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Erste Bank Open Final: Carlos Alcaraz sweeps Lorenzo Musetti 6-3, 6-4 to lift Vienna crown
Carlos Alcaraz produced a masterclass of indoor hardcourt tennis on Sunday, defeating Lorenzo Musetti 6-3, 6-4 to claim the Vienna ATP 500 title.
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Mexico City GP: Kimi Antonelli finishes P2 behind Leclerc to become youngest F1 World Champion
Kimi Antonelli etched his name into sporting immortality on Sunday, finishing second in Mexico City to seal the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship.
NBA Sunday: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander pours in 36 points as champion Thunder edge Clippers
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 14 of his 36 points in the final frame on Sunday night to guide the unbeaten Thunder to a 116-109 win over the Clippers.
NFL Week 8: Undefeated Vikings stifle Colts 24-17 to advance to 7-0 behind Darnold and Jefferson
The Minnesota Vikings remained the NFL's lone unbeaten team on Sunday, outlasting the Indianapolis Colts 24-17 at U.S. Bank Stadium.
VidantaWorld Mexico Open: Raul Pereda shoots 66 to become first Mexican PGA Tour winner on home soil
Raul Pereda delivered an emotional masterclass on Sunday at VidantaVallarta, shooting a closing 66 to make Mexican golf history.
Premier League MW9: Cole Palmer strikes winner as Chelsea edge Newcastle 2-1 at Stamford Bridge
Cole Palmer scored a scintillating second-half winner on Sunday as Chelsea overcame Newcastle United 2-1 in a fiery clash in West London.
Erste Bank Open SF: Carlos Alcaraz outduels Alexander Zverev to reach Vienna final
Carlos Alcaraz produced an indoor hardcourt masterclass on Saturday, subduing Alexander Zverev 6-4, 7-6 to book his place in the Erste Bank Open final.
College Football Week 10: Georgia pulls away from Florida 34-20 in Jacksonville Cocktail Party
Number two Georgia used a 21-point second-half explosion to defeat Florida 34-20 in Jacksonville, remaining perfect at 8-0 on Saturday.
Mexico City GP Qualifying: Kimi Antonelli captures pole position on title threshold
Kimi Antonelli put one hand on the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship on Saturday, snatching a dramatic pole position in Mexico City.
NBA Saturday: Victor Wembanyama dominates with 31 points and 6 blocks as Spurs tame Suns
Victor Wembanyama put together a terrifying 31-point, 14-rebound, 6-block masterclass on Saturday night as the Spurs defeated the Suns in Phoenix.
VidantaWorld Mexico Open R3: Smotherman clings to lead as Pereda charges into Sunday duel
Austin Smotherman maintained his 54-hole lead at 13-under on Saturday, but Mexican favorite Raul Pereda sits just one stroke behind for a thrilling Sunday finale.
Premier League MW9: Arsenal and Liverpool share spoils in 2-2 North London epic
Arsenal and Liverpool played out a ferocious 2-2 draw at Emirates Stadium on Saturday, leaving Manchester City alone at the top of the Premier League.
ATP Vienna quarter-finals: Carlos Alcaraz sweeps Jack Draper to surge into Austrian semi-finals
Carlos Alcaraz produced another masterclass in indoor tennis on Friday, defeating Jack Draper in straight sets to set up a semi-final clash with Alexander Zverev.
Carabao Cup quarter-final draw: Fourth-tier Fleetwood Town handed dream Newcastle home tie
Fleetwood Town's fairy-tale League Cup journey continues with a glamour quarter-final home tie against Newcastle United following Thursday's draw.
Mexico City GP Friday practice: Kimi Antonelli sets blistering FP2 pace on title threshold
Kimi Antonelli underlined his championship credentials on Friday at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, topping second practice ahead of Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen.
Packers overpower Panthers 27-17 on TNF: Jordan Love throws two TDs as Green Bay reaches 6-2
Green Bay handled business under the Lambeau Field lights on Thursday night, using a stifling defensive performance to defeat Carolina 27-17.
VidantaWorld Mexico Open round 2: Austin Smotherman fires 65 to grab 36-hole lead in Mexico
Austin Smotherman continued his blistering autumn form on Friday, firing a bogey-free 65 to take the 36-hole lead at VidantaVallarta.
WNBA Finals Game 6: Valkyries defeat Dream 76-71 to capture historic inaugural championship
The Golden State Valkyries made sports history on Thursday night, becoming the first expansion team since 1950 to capture a major American championship in year one.
ATP Vienna round of 16: Carlos Alcaraz sweeps Matteo Berrettini into Austrian quarter-finals
Carlos Alcaraz produced a masterclass in indoor hard-court precision on Thursday, sweeping past Matteo Berrettini to reach the Vienna quarter-finals.
Carabao Cup round 4 wrap: Man City and Liverpool advance as quarter-final draw looms
Manchester City and Liverpool booked their Carabao Cup quarter-final spots on Wednesday night, joining fourth-tier Cinderella Fleetwood Town in the hat.
Mexico City GP media day: Kimi Antonelli confirms car 12 for 2027 on brink of world title
Kimi Antonelli addressed the world on Thursday at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, revealing he will retain car number 12 if he seals the world title.
NFL Week 8 TNF preview: Packers host Panthers under Lambeau Field lights in prime-time clash
Thursday Night Football opens Week 8 at Lambeau Field as the Green Bay Packers aim to stay within striking distance of the unbeaten Minnesota Vikings.
VidantaWorld Mexico Open round 1: Raul Pereda leads at VidantaVallarta as Smotherman opens with 66
Raul Pereda ignited the home galleries with a 6-under 65 on Thursday at VidantaVallarta, with red-hot Austin Smotherman just one stroke behind.
WNBA Finals Game 6 preview: Valkyries stand 40 minutes from history as Dream fight for survival
The expansion Valkyries can complete the most miraculous inaugural sports season in modern history on Thursday night in Game 6 against Atlanta.
Vienna indoor drama: Alcaraz downs Khachanov in straight sets as Zverev survives 13-11 tiebreak
Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev advanced through thrilling first-round tests at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna on Tuesday.
Carabao Cup miracle: League Two Fleetwood Town knock out Arsenal in epic shootout
Fleetwood Town delivered one of the greatest shocks in modern League Cup history on Tuesday, eliminating Arsenal on penalties after a dramatic 1-1 draw.
Mexico City GP preview: Kimi Antonelli on threshold of historic Formula 1 World Championship
Holding a 123-point advantage after his Austin triumph, Kimi Antonelli arrives at the high-altitude Mexico City Grand Prix needing just two points to become F1's youngest champion.
Cowboys rout Eagles 38-21 on MNF: Prescott throws three TDs as Packers host Panthers next
Dak Prescott dismantled the Eagles with 288 passing yards and three touchdowns on Monday night, while Green Bay prepares for Carolina on Thursday Night Football.
VidantaWorld Mexico Open preview: Smotherman brings Bermuda momentum to $6M FedExCup Fall test
Following his thrilling third-hole playoff triumph in Bermuda, Austin Smotherman headlines the field at the VidantaWorld Mexico Open in Vallarta.
Valkyries seize 3-2 WNBA Finals lead as NBA season explodes with Wembanyama show
The expansion Valkyries moved within one victory of a historic WNBA championship with a gritty 64-55 Game 5 win, while Victor Wembanyama ignited the NBA season.
ATP 500 indoor swing opens in Vienna and Basel: Alcaraz faces tricky Khachanov test
The European indoor swing shifts into top gear on Monday as the ATP 500 events in Vienna and Basel begin, highlighted by Carlos Alcaraz opening against Karen Khachanov.
Antonelli crowned Formula 1 World Champion at COTA: Maiden title secured in Austin
Kimi Antonelli converted pole into a dominant victory at the United States Grand Prix on Sunday, mathematically sealing the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship.
Upset Sunday rocks the NFL: Seahawks topple Chiefs, Falcons stun 49ers as Vikings stand alone
A wild NFL Week 7 Sunday saw Kansas City and San Francisco suffer their first defeats of the season, leaving the 6-0 Minnesota Vikings as the NFL's only unbeaten squad.
Smotherman outlasts Power in Bermuda playoff: Second PGA Tour title in a month
Austin Smotherman defeated Seamus Power on the third playoff hole at Port Royal to claim the Butterfield Bermuda Championship title on Monday.
Bournemouth storm Old Trafford with 3-0 rout: Liverpool down Brighton as MW8 concludes
AFC Bournemouth stunned Manchester United 3-0 at Old Trafford on Sunday while Liverpool dispatched Brighton 2-0 to cap a dramatic Matchweek 8 in the Premier League.
WNBA Finals Game 5 arrives in the Bay: Valkyries and Dream clash for the crown
The 2026 WNBA Finals reach their decisive climax on Monday night in San Francisco as the Golden State Valkyries host the Atlanta Dream in Game 5.
Medvedev rallies past Basilashvili in Almaty: First career title defense
Daniil Medvedev overcame a stubborn test from qualifier Nikoloz Basilashvili 6-7(6), 6-1, 6-3 to defend his Almaty Open crown on Sunday.
Austin race day at COTA: Antonelli starts on pole as Verstappen lines up second
Kimi Antonelli starts from pole position at the United States Grand Prix today with Max Verstappen alongside on the front row and championship stakes on the line.
NFL Week 7 Sunday arrives: Perfect records on the line for 49ers, Chiefs and Vikings
Three undefeated teams put their flawless records to the test on NFL Week 7 Sunday, highlighted by Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs visiting Seattle on SNF.
Bermuda final round showdown: Power and Smotherman share 54-hole lead
Seamus Power and Austin Smotherman share the lead heading into Sunday's final round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship with a crowded leaderboard in chase.
Saturday shockwaves in the Premier League: Spurs stun Chelsea, Villa topple City
Tottenham defeated 10-man Chelsea 2-0 while Aston Villa stunned Manchester City 2-1 on a dramatic Saturday that left City and Arsenal tied on 21 points.
Valkyries fight off elimination in Atlanta: WNBA Finals head to Game 5
The Golden State Valkyries survived on the road with a 67-62 victory in Game 4, sending the WNBA Finals back to Chase Center for a decisive Game 5.
Basilashvili stuns Tsitsipas in Almaty: Medvedev advances to final
Qualifier Basilashvili shocked Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 to reach the Almaty final. Top seed Medvedev advanced when Bublik retired.
Austin qualifying showdown: Leclerc paces practice as Antonelli chases pole
Saturday qualifying at Circuit of the Americas arrives with Antonelli holding a 102-point lead. Leclerc paced practice for Ferrari.
NFL Week 7 Sunday eve: Unbeaten trio ready as Bears celebrate TNF win
NFL Week 7 continues Sunday with marquee matchups across the league. Kansas City visit Seattle on Sunday Night Football.
Bermuda Round 3: Blanchet and Hirata share 36-hole lead at Port Royal
Blanchet and Hirata share the lead at 129 (-13) heading into Saturday's third round. Corey Conners stays in contention at Port Royal.
Derby day at the Bridge: Chelsea host Spurs in London showdown
Premier League Matchweek 8 heats up Saturday as Chelsea take on Tottenham at Stamford Bridge. Friday saw Ipswich and Forest draw 1-1.
WNBA Finals Game 4: Dream look to seal historic title in Atlanta
The Atlanta Dream can capture their first WNBA championship today in Game 4. Angel Reese enters on a historic double-double streak.
Tsitsipas powers into Almaty semifinals: Bublik edges Khachanov
Tsitsipas reached the Almaty semifinals with a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Duckworth. Bublik rallied past Khachanov in three sets to set up a clash with the Greek.
Austin practice underway: Antonelli leads field onto COTA track
Formula 1 cars took to the track at Circuit of the Americas on Friday for practice. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli has his first shot at the world title.
Bears hold off Patriots 30-24: Santos 58-yarder seals TNF win
Chicago secured a 30-24 victory over New England on Thursday Night Football. Caleb Williams threw two touchdown passes and Cairo Santos hit a 58-yard field goal.
Bermuda Round 2: Blanchet leads after opening 62 with two eagles
Chandler Blanchet opened the Butterfield Bermuda Championship with an extraordinary 62 (-9). Round 2 is underway along the Atlantic coast.
Matchweek 8 kicks off tonight: Ipswich host Forest at Portman Road
Premier League Matchweek 8 begins under the Friday floodlights as Ipswich face Nottingham Forest. Manchester City hold a three-point cushion over Arsenal.
WNBA Finals Game 4: Dream chase first crown as Valkyries face elimination
Atlanta stands one win away from their first WNBA championship. Golden State must win Game 4 on the road to keep their title hopes alive.
Tsitsipas ends Kukushkin's career: Mannarino stuns Rublev
Tsitsipas advanced to the Almaty quarterfinals with a 6-1, 6-2 win over retiring veteran Kukushkin. Mannarino shocked Rublev 6-4, 3-6, 6-3.
Austin media day: one day remains until Friday practice
Formula 1 teams staged media briefings in Austin on Thursday. Practice begins Friday ahead of Sunday's United States Grand Prix.
Patriots visit Bears tonight: Week 7 kicks off in Chicago
NFL Week 7 begins tonight as the Patriots visit the Bears. Chicago is favored by 3 points. The 49ers remain the lone 6-0 team.
Bermuda opens: Round 1 tees off at Port Royal
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship began Thursday morning along the Atlantic coastline. Defending champion Adam Schenk leads the 120-player field.
Derby weekend looms: Matchweek 8 opens Friday at Portman Road
Premier League action resumes Friday with Ipswich Town against Nottingham Forest. Manchester City hold a three-point lead over Arsenal.
Dream crush Valkyries 97-71 and take 2-1 Finals lead
Atlanta routed Golden State by 26 points in Game 3 on Wednesday night. The Dream lead 2-1 and can clinch the WNBA title on Friday.
Tsitsipas edges Kovacevic in Almaty, Khachanov cruises
Tsitsipas beat Kovacevic 7-6(9), 3-6, 6-3 in two hours on Wednesday. Khachanov dismissed Sakamoto 6-2, 6-4. Duckworth upset second seed Darderi.
Austin paddock opens: Antonelli holds 102-point lead
Formula 1 teams complete track walks in Austin. Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell 340 to 238. Mercedes lead Ferrari by 134.
Patriots visit Bears on Thursday night: Week 7 opens
Both New England and Chicago enter Thursday Night Football at 4-2. Chicago is favored by 3 points. San Francisco remains the lone 6-0 team.
Bermuda Pro-Am wraps: Port Royal tees off Thursday
The official Pro-Am completed Wednesday in Bermuda. Round 1 opens Thursday for a field of 120 chasing 500 FedExCup points.
Spurs digest first win: City hold three-point cushion
Spurs moved to 16th following Monday's 3-1 win over Coventry. Matchweek 8 opens Friday, with Chelsea hosting Tottenham on Saturday.
WNBA Finals Game 3 tonight: series tied 1-1 in Atlanta
The WNBA Finals move to State Farm Arena on Wednesday night. Golden State and Atlanta are tied 1-1. The winner claims a 2-1 series lead.
Moutet beats Humbert in Lyon, 6-2, 6-7(5), 7-6(4)
Corentin Moutet, ranked 94, beat No. 7 seed Ugo Humbert in Lyon. Shanghai still stands: Davidovich Fokina beat Jodar for the title.
No session on Tuesday: Antonelli's lead is still 102
Formula 1 does not run on 20 October. ESPN still has Kimi Antonelli on 340 points and George Russell on 238. Mercedes have 578.
49ers beat the Commanders 23-17 and are 6-0
San Francisco held off a late Washington rally. Brock Purdy threw for 264 yards, Christian McCaffrey ran for two scores, and the 49ers are the only 6-0 team.
No round on Tuesday: Bermuda opens Thursday at Port Royal
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship has not started. First round Thursday, Golf Channel 1-4 p.m. ET. Purse $6 million.
Spurs beat Coventry 3-1 and leave the bottom
Tottenham won 3-1 at home on Monday. They are 16th on 6 points. Coventry are 17th on 6. There is no Premier League match on Tuesday.
Dream beat the Valkyries 79-65 and tie the Finals
Atlanta won Game 2 at Chase Center. The series is 1-1. Golden State scored 9 points in the third quarter. Wednesday's tip is 8:00 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena.
F1 Monday: no session in Austin, Antonelli still leads by 102
Nothing runs on 19 October. Kimi Antonelli can become champion in Texas only if he wins the grand prix. Mercedes lead Ferrari by 134 points.
NFL Week 6 Monday: Commanders visit the unbeaten 49ers
Washington (1-3-1) goes to Santa Clara to face the 5-0 49ers. Kansas City stayed perfect by beating the Chargers 22-6, and Buffalo held off the Raiders 33-30.
Butterfield Bermuda field is set: 120 players, no round on Monday
The PGA Tour has no round on 19 October. The Butterfield Bermuda Championship field is locked at 120, with five past champions and a Thursday start at Port Royal.
Premier League Monday: Tottenham host Coventry off the bottom
Tottenham, 20th on 3 points, meet Frank Lampard's Coventry, 16th on 6. Sunday's verified finals include Arsenal 1-0 at Forest and Brighton 5-0 against Palace.
Shanghai Masters final: Davidovich Fokina beats Jodar for the title
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina won the Rolex Shanghai Masters, beating Rafael Jodar 1-6, 7-6(5), 6-4. Alexander Zverev remains the year-end No. 1.
WNBA Finals Game 2: Dream return to Chase Center, series 1-0
Golden State lead the WNBA Finals 1-0 after a 68-64 win on Saturday. Game 2 is Monday at Chase Center. The game has not been played.
F1 United States GP: Race week begins in Austin with Mercedes eyeing title
Formula 1 enters race week for the 2026 United States Grand Prix at Austin. Mercedes stand on the brink of securing the constructors' championship with five rounds remaining.
NFL Week 6 Sunday: Chiefs beat Chargers 22-6 and stay 5-0
Kansas City stayed unbeaten with a 22-6 win over the Chargers, who fall to 0-6. Buffalo held off Las Vegas 33-30.
PGA Tour Bermuda countdown: Port Royal prepares as fall series resumes
The PGA Tour fall schedule resumes this week at Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton, Bermuda with 500 FedExCup points and cards on the line.
Premier League MW7 Sunday: Madueke gives Arsenal a 1-0 win at Forest
Arsenal stayed three points behind Manchester City with a 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest. Noni Madueke scored the only goal.
Shanghai Masters final: Davidovich Fokina beats Jodar, not a Zverev-Medvedev meeting
The Rolex Shanghai Masters title went to Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. The final was an all-Spanish match after Zverev and Medvedev both lost on Saturday.
WNBA Finals Game 1: Valkyries beat Dream 68-64 and lead 1-0
Golden State took Game 1 of the WNBA Finals 68-64. Gabby Williams scored 26. The series lead is 1-0, and Game 2 has not been played.
One week to Austin: Mercedes eye Constructors crown at Circuit of the Americas
Formula 1 teams finalize preparations for the United States Grand Prix at COTA. Mercedes lead Ferrari by 134 points with the constructors title in sight.
Broncos edge Seahawks 17-14 in overtime on Wil Lutz 53-yard field goal
Wil Lutz drilled a 53-yard field goal in overtime after a Denver takeaway to lift the Broncos past the Seahawks 17-14 at Empower Field at Mile High.
PGA Tour fall slate: Brennan title stands as Butterfield Bermuda nears
The PGA Tour enjoys its off weekend before heading to the Atlantic for the 6 million dollar Butterfield Bermuda Championship.
Premier League Matchweek 7: Manchester City host Ipswich as Everton meet Chelsea
The Premier League returns today with five matches. Manchester City lead Arsenal by three points at the summit, while Everton and Chelsea kick off the action at 12:30 BST.
Shanghai Masters Semifinals Saturday: Jodar rallies past Ruud to face Medvedev
Rafael Jodar overturned a set deficit to defeat Casper Ruud 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 on Friday, while Daniil Medvedev beat Tommy Paul 6-3, 1-6, 6-3. Saturday brings both semifinals.
WNBA Finals Game 1 Gameday: Valkyries host Dream at Chase Center
Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Finals tips off today in San Francisco. Golden State and Atlanta seek their first title in franchise history.
No Formula 1 session on Friday. Austin is one week away
RacingNews365 still prints Antonelli 102 points clear of Russell. The COTA weekend is 23-25 October. Friday 16 October has no Grand Prix session.
ESPN has no final for Seahawks at Broncos
ESPN lists Seattle at Denver for Thursday Night Football and prints no score. Seahawks and Broncos are 3-2. Vikings and 49ers are 5-0. Chiefs are 4-0.
The PGA Tour does not play on Friday. Bermuda is next week
No PGA Tour round is posted for 16 October. Next is the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal, 6 million dollars. Adam Schenk is the previous winner.
Premier League table holds on Friday. Matchweek 7 starts Saturday
NBC and Match XI still print City 18, Arsenal 15, Brighton 13. Saturday opens with Everton against Chelsea at 12:30 BST. City host Ipswich at 15:00 BST.
Zverev beats de Minaur 6-4, 6-4. Friday quarterfinals have no score
Alexander Zverev beat Alex de Minaur 6-4, 6-4. Davidovich Fokina already advanced when Gea retired at 4-1. Friday's two quarterfinals are not on the results page.
WNBA Finals, one day out. The series is 0-0
The WNBA schedule lists Finals Game 1 for Saturday 17 October. Atlanta at Golden State. Series tied 0-0. Friday is empty.
F1: One week to Austin as Mercedes eye Constructors title at COTA
Formula 1 enters the one-week countdown to the United States Grand Prix at COTA. Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell by 102 points with Mercedes within reach of the team title.
NFL Week 6 TNF: Seahawks host Broncos under the Lumen Field lights
Thursday Night Football opens NFL Week 6 at Lumen Field. Sam Darnold leads the 4-1 Seahawks against Bo Nix and the 2-3 Broncos on Prime Video.
PGA Tour: Fall hiatus holds as field builds for Bermuda Championship
The PGA Tour takes its scheduled mid-October break. Michael Brennan's Baycurrent victory stands while the tour prepares for next week's Butterfield Bermuda Championship.
Premier League: City hold three-point cushion as Matchweek 7 nears
Premier League clubs hold Thursday media briefings ahead of Matchweek 7. Manchester City lead at 6-0-0, while Coventry celebrate their 4-1 triumph over Newcastle.
Shanghai Masters: Davidovich Fokina into semifinals as Gea retires; Zverev meets de Minaur
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina becomes the first semifinalist at the Rolex Shanghai Masters after Arthur Gea retires trailing 4-1. Alexander Zverev and Alex de Minaur battle Thursday night.
WNBA Finals: Valkyries and Dream gather for Media Day at Chase Center
Media Day at Chase Center sets the stage for the 2026 WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream. Game 1 tips off Saturday on NBC.
F1 Austin countdown: Mercedes target Constructors crown at Circuit of the Americas
Formula 1 visits Austin on 23-25 October for the United States Grand Prix. Kimi Antonelli leads on 340 points. Mercedes can clinch the team title.
NFL Week 6 kickoff: Broncos visit Seahawks at Lumen Field on Thursday Night Football
Amazon Prime Video broadcasts Thursday Night Football at 8:15 p.m. ET. Bills beat Rams 37-34 in OT. Vikings and 49ers stand 5-0.
PGA Tour fall swing: Bermuda qualifying takes shape as Brennan savors Baycurrent win
The PGA Tour is idle this week before the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal. Adam Schenk is defending champion. Michael Brennan claimed $1.44 million in Japan.
Premier League: Manchester City lead by three points into Matchweek 7 chase
Premier League table confirmed with City on 18 points, Arsenal on 15, and Brighton on 13. Matchweek 7 begins Saturday 17 October.
Shanghai Masters: Medvedev beats Tsitsipas 6-4, 7-5 as quarter-final lineup locks
ATP lists straight-sets victory for Medvedev over Tsitsipas. Paul halts Bergs, Jodar rallies past van de Zandschulp, and Ruud advances after Auger-Aliassime retirement.
WNBA Finals 2026: Three days until Dream and Valkyries meet in Game 1 at Chase Center
WNBA Finals Game 1 is Saturday at Chase Center in San Francisco. The expansion Valkyries face the Atlanta Dream after sweeping their semifinal series.
PGA Tour week off: Brennan's Baycurrent win stands, and Bermuda is next
ESPN's schedule leaves this week empty. The next purse is $6 million at Port Royal, and Adam Schenk is the previous winner. There is no Tuesday score.
Coventry 4-1 Newcastle: a first home Premier League win in 25 years
Sky Sports and the FIFA match centre list a 4-1 final. Coventry climb to 14th on 6 points. Manchester City still lead with 18.
United States GP: Austin is next, and Antonelli's lead is still 102 points
There is no Grand Prix on 13 October. Antonelli has 340 points, 102 ahead of Russell. The official timetable lists Austin's race at 15:00 local time.
Monday Night Football: Bills beat Rams 37-34 in overtime at SoFi
ESPN lists a 37-34 overtime final at SoFi Stadium. Josh Allen finished with 331 total yards. Matthew Stafford passed for 383 yards and three touchdowns.
Shanghai Masters: Zverev beats Bublik to reach the quarter-finals
The ATP and the Rolex Shanghai board list four finished round-of-16 singles matches. Four more, including Paul against Bergs, are still to be played.
WNBA Finals schedule: the Valkyries host the Dream on Saturday, with no score yet
Tuesday has no WNBA game. Golden State host Atlanta at Chase Center to open a best-of-seven. The semifinal clinchers were 85-83 and 87-77 in overtime.
Baycurrent Classic: Michael Brennan wins at 16 under with a final-round 68
Golfweek and the published final board have Michael Brennan at 16 under, a total of 268. Mitchell and Bridgeman are tied for second at 15 under.
Monday Night Football: Bills (3-1) visit Rams (2-2) at SoFi after the Ravens' overtime win
ESPN lists Buffalo at the Los Angeles Rams for Monday Night Football at SoFi Stadium. The Vikings and the 49ers are both 5-0. This desk does not mark the game live.
City 3-0 Liverpool: Haaland, Doku and Cherki punish 10-man Liverpool at Anfield
Manchester City and ESPN confirm a 3-0 win at Anfield. Haaland (65), Doku (68) and Cherki (78) scored after Ryan Gravenberch was sent off. City have 18 points from six wins.
Shanghai Masters: Bergs beats Alcaraz, and Zverev is year-end No. 1
The ATP results list for 12 October 2026 has Bergs defeating second seed Carlos Alcaraz. Reuters reports that the loss confirms Alexander Zverev as year-end world No. 1.
Singapore GP: Verstappen wins from pole as Antonelli's lead grows to 102 points
Formula1.com lists Max Verstappen first in the 62-lap Singapore Grand Prix. Kimi Antonelli has 340 points, 102 ahead of George Russell.
WNBA Finals: Dream and Valkyries complete semifinal sweeps
ESPN's playoff schedule has the Dream and the Valkyries in the Finals after two sweeps. Game 1 is Saturday 17 October at 3:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock, with Golden State hosting.
Baycurrent Classic Championship Sunday: Max Homa takes 54-hole lead into Yokohama finale
PGA Tour leaderboard confirms final round pairings at Yokohama Country Club. Homa (-14) leads Bridgeman (-13) and Mitchell (-12) on Sunday.
NFL Week 5 Sunday: Ravens visit Falcons on SNF as unbeaten Vikings and 49ers defend 4-0 starts
NFL.com and NBC confirm Sunday Night Football at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Undefeated 4-0 squads face pivotal tests across the Sunday afternoon window.
Premier League Sunday: Anfield blockbuster puts Manchester City perfection on the line
PremierLeague.com confirms Sunday's 16:30 BST kickoff at Anfield. City put their flawless 15-point record on the line against Slot's Reds.
Shanghai Masters Round of 16: Zverev battles Shelton as Hurkacz faces Sakamoto
Rolex Shanghai Masters Order of Play confirms Sunday's fourth-round action. Second seed Alexander Zverev meets Ben Shelton on Center Court.
Singapore Grand Prix Sunday: Verstappen and Russell hunt Marina Bay glory
Formula1.com starting grid confirms Sunday's 20:00 local start under Marina Bay lights. Max Verstappen and George Russell share the front row.
WNBA Semifinals Game 4: Liberty and Aces fight to force winner-take-all Game 5 deciders
WNBA.com confirms Sunday's Game 4 schedule. Dream visit Liberty at 3:00 p.m. ET on ABC, followed by Valkyries at Aces at 5:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Baycurrent Classic Moving Day: Mitchell and Bridgeman lead pursuit in Yokohama
PGA Tour leaderboard places Mitchell and Bridgeman tied atop the board at -11 with four players two shots back entering Round 3.
Premier League Saturday: Arsenal chase top spot as Manchester United face Spurs
PremierLeague.com fixtures confirm Saturday kickoffs. Arsenal can draw level with Man City while Tottenham fight for their first win.
Red River Rivalry: Texas and Oklahoma battle for the Golden Hat in Dallas
NCAA and ABC confirm Saturday's 2:30 p.m. CT kickoff at Fair Park in Dallas. One of American sport's great traditions resumes.
Shanghai Masters Round of 32: An open draw after Novak Djokovic's seismic exit
Rolex Shanghai Masters official draw moves into the third round following Hurkacz's historic 6-4, 6-3 victory over Djokovic.
Singapore Grand Prix: Max Verstappen and George Russell headline Saturday Sprint
Formula1.com confirms Saturday's schedule in Singapore. Verstappen holds Sprint pole while championship leader Antonelli starts seventh.
WNBA semifinals: Dream and Valkyries push Liberty and Aces to the brink
WNBA playoff picture reaches maximum drama. Atlanta and Golden State stand one victory away from the 2026 WNBA Finals.
Baycurrent Classic: Keith Mitchell and Jacob Bridgeman share 36-hole lead at 11 under
PGA Tour leaderboard places Mitchell and Bridgeman tied atop the board at 11 under through two rounds in Japan.
Buccaneers 24, Cowboys 16: Jalon Daniels sparks first win on Thursday Night Football
ESPN and NFL.com confirm Tampa Bay's 24-16 victory at AT&T Stadium. Jalon Daniels steps up for injured Mayfield while Dallas falls to 2-3.
Premier League returns: Manchester City put perfect record on the line at Anfield
Premier League fixtures resume Saturday 10 October. Arsenal host Leeds while Sunday brings Liverpool against Manchester City.
Shanghai Masters Round 2: Hubert Hurkacz shocks Novak Djokovic in straight sets
Rolex Shanghai Masters official draw confirms Hurkacz's first career win over Djokovic. Zverev beats Wu 6-4, 7-6 while Shelton advances.
Singapore Grand Prix: Max Verstappen takes Sprint pole ahead of George Russell
Formula1.com confirms Verstappen's 1:31.156 pole time for Saturday's Sprint. Russell second, Leclerc third, Antonelli seventh.
WNBA semifinals: Dream and Valkyries lead 2-0 as Liberty and Aces face elimination
Atlanta won 101-98 in overtime while Golden State claimed an 83-81 finish. Game 3 double-header brings elimination Friday.
Baycurrent Classic first tee is set in Yokohama. No round score is posted.
CBS Sports and GOLF.com list Thursday groups and no leader. This desk does not name a winner.
Singapore is next, not Austin. Antonelli leads Russell by 84 points.
Formula1.com and AFP agree on the top six before the Singapore sprint weekend. The race is Sunday 11 October. No result is printed.
Thursday Night Football is Buccaneers at Cowboys, not Falcons at Buccaneers
ESPN and the NFL list Buccaneers at Cowboys for Thursday 8 October. The Falcons are 2-2 and host the Ravens on Sunday night.
Shanghai's first round is not finished. Ten Wednesday scores are.
TennisDB lists Wednesday's Rolex Shanghai Masters first-round scores. Zverev, Alcaraz and Djokovic have not played a match there.
Nations League window is closed: Spain and Portugal are through on 12
Xinhua and Goal.com print the League A tables after Tuesday. There is no Italy against Belgium game, and no England against Greece game, on this desk.
WNBA semis are still 1-0. Game 2 has no verified final.
Basketball-Reference, ESPN and StatMuse still show Game 2 without a score. The 86-80 and 83-74 lines are not on those boards.
PGA Tour Heads to Japan for Baycurrent Classic as Smotherman Savors Maiden Win
Following Austin Smotherman's Utah triumph, the PGA Tour arrives in Yokohama for the inaugural Baycurrent Classic.
Djokovic and Alcaraz Claim Beijing and Tokyo Crowns as Shanghai Main Draw Begins
Novak Djokovic captured his seventh China Open title in Beijing and Carlos Alcaraz defended his Japan Open crown in Tokyo as the Rolex Shanghai Masters gets underway.
COTA Floor Upgrades and Lawson Penalty Set Stage for Austin US Grand Prix
Formula 1 heads to Austin with Kimi Antonelli commanding an 84-point lead as Red Bull prepares major aerodynamic updates.
NFL Week 5 Kickoff: Unbeaten Chiefs and Vikings Loom Over Prime-Time Slate
Kansas City and Minnesota remain the NFL's lone 4-0 unbeatens as Week 5 kicks off Thursday night with Falcons visiting Buccaneers.
WNBA Semifinals Game 2: Dream and Valkyries Seek 2-0 Stranglehold Over Giants
Following opening-game shocks, Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries look to take commanding 2-0 leads in Wednesday night's Semifinals double-header.
Chiefs and Vikings stand 4-0 as NFL Week 4 closes
The NFL Week 4 board is complete. Kansas City and Minnesota remain the only undefeated teams at 4-0. Panthers edge Lions 32-26 on SNF.
Djokovic reaches Beijing final after Medvedev default. Alcaraz into Tokyo decider.
Novak Djokovic was up 7-5, 5-3 when Daniil Medvedev was disqualified for hitting a spectator. Carlos Alcaraz beat Jaume Munar 5-7, 6-3, 6-1 in Tokyo.
Verstappen win tightens paddock focus on Austin floor upgrades
Following Max Verstappen's breakthrough win at Sepang, F1 heads towards Circuit of the Americas. Kimi Antonelli leads the championship with 320 points after George Russell's late engine failure.
Nations League: Portugal seal quarterfinal berth as Germany held 0-0
Portugal became the first side into the Nations League quarterfinals with a 2-1 win over Norway. Germany were held to a 0-0 draw by Greece. Premier League resumes 10 October.
Smotherman shoots 26 under to win Bank of Utah Championship
Austin Smotherman carded a final-round 68 to finish at 26-under 258 at Black Desert Resort, earning his first PGA Tour victory and leaping to 51st in FedExCup Fall standings.
WNBA Semifinals Game 2 eve: Dream and Valkyries protect home court
With Atlanta Dream leading New York 1-0 and Golden State Valkyries up 1-0 on Las Vegas, defending finalists face must-win Game 2 adjustments on Wednesday.
Djokovic beats top seed Zverev in Beijing. Alcaraz reaches the Tokyo semis.
Novak Djokovic beat Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 at the China Open. Carlos Alcaraz beat Denis Shapovalov 7-6 (3), 2-1 retired at the Japan Open.
Patriots 29, Bills 26: the unbeaten start is gone
New England beat Buffalo 29-26. Drake Maye threw for 269 yards and 3 touchdowns. Colts 30, Commanders 13 in London is also final. Late-window scores are not printed.
Portugal 2-1 Norway: Ramos and Cancelo send a Ronaldo-less side through
Portugal beat Norway 2-1 at Estádio do Dragão. Ajer 36, Cancelo 38, Ramos 79. Conceição was sent off. Ronaldo was not in the squad.
Smotherman led by one at 23 under after 54 holes. No winner.
Austin Smotherman shot 63-62-65 for 190, 23 under, a 54-hole scoring record. Doug Ghim is one back at 191. This desk does not crown a winner.
Verstappen wins at Sepang. Antonelli leads by 84.
Max Verstappen won from pole in 1:47:14.808, his first win of 2026. Kimi Antonelli was second, 2.307 seconds back, and leads the championship 320 to George Russell's 236.
Dream 92, Liberty 82. Valkyries 71, Aces 60. Both series 1-0.
Atlanta beat New York 92-82 and lead 1-0. Golden State beat Las Vegas 71-60 and lead 1-0. Jordin Canada scored 25. Gabby Williams scored 25.
Alcaraz through in Tokyo, Zverev through in Beijing, Sinner out of Shanghai
Alcaraz beat Arnaldi 7-6 (6), 6-1 in Tokyo after saving four set points. Zverev beat Shang 6-0, 6-3 in Beijing. Sinner withdrew from Shanghai with a knee injury.
Browns 27, Steelers 24: the only Week 4 final on this desk
Cleveland beat Pittsburgh 27-24. The Browns are 3-1 and the Steelers are 2-2. No Sunday score is a final on this page.
China Open 2026: Carlos Alcaraz outlasts Jannik Sinner in 3h21m Beijing epic
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner 6-7(6), 6-4, 7-6(3) in three hours and 21 minutes on Diamond Court, ending Sinner's 15-match winning streak to claim the Beijing crown.
England 7-0 Croatia: Kane and Saka each score twice in Rijeka
England beat Croatia 7-0 at Stadion HNK Rijeka. Kane scored in the 8th and 53rd minutes, Saka in the 45th and 68th. Spain lead the group with 9 points.
Singapore GP: Lando Norris delivers crushing 20-second victory over Verstappen at Marina Bay
Lando Norris converted pole position into a commanding Singapore Grand Prix victory, beating Max Verstappen by 20.945 seconds as McLaren strengthened their Constructors lead.
NFL SNF: Derrick Henry runs wild as Ravens dismantle previously unbeaten Bills 35-10
Derrick Henry rushed for 199 yards and two touchdowns while Lamar Jackson accounted for three scores as the Baltimore Ravens handed the Buffalo Bills their first defeat with a 35-10 blowout.
Sanderson Farms: Kevin Yu birdies 18th in playoff to defeat Beau Hossler for maiden PGA Tour title
Kevin Yu shot a 5-under 67 to tie Beau Hossler at 23-under 265, then sank a five-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole to win the Sanderson Farms Championship.
Premier League MW7: Brighton stun Tottenham 3-2 with sensational three-goal second-half blitz
Brighton & Hove Albion completed an extraordinary comeback at the Amex Stadium, scoring three unanswered second-half goals through Minteh, Rutter, and Welbeck to defeat Tottenham 3-2.
Smotherman led the Bank of Utah by one after 36 holes
Austin Smotherman was 17 under after 36 holes at Ivins. Kevin Roy was one back. Doug Ghim and Kevin Streelman were two back.
Verstappen takes pole for the Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang
Max Verstappen first pole of 2026 puts him on the front row with Lewis Hamilton. Kimi Antonelli still leads the championship on 302 points. No race winner is printed.
WNBA Semifinals Game 1: Breanna Stewart sparks Liberty, Napheesa Collier and Lynx hold off Fever
Breanna Stewart erupted for 34 points as the Liberty defeated the Aces 87-77, while Napheesa Collier's 28 points carried the Lynx past Caitlin Clark and the Fever 88-82 in Sunday's Game 1 doubleheader.
WNBA semifinals open 0-0: Liberty at Dream, Aces at Valkyries
Liberty visit the Dream at 2:00 p.m. ET on ABC. The Aces visit the Valkyries at 4:00 p.m. ET on NBC. Both series are 0-0.
China Open 2026: Alcaraz downs Medvedev and Sinner beats Bu to set up dream Beijing final
Carlos Alcaraz produced a clinical 7-5, 6-3 victory over Daniil Medvedev before defending champion Jannik Sinner defeated Bu Yunchaokete to lock in their tenth career clash.
F1 Americas Countdown: Liam Lawson begins intense RB audition as Red Bull readies Austin upgrade package
With McLaren commanding a 41-point Constructors lead, Red Bull readies critical technical upgrades for Austin while Liam Lawson steps into Daniel Ricciardo's RB seat for a high-stakes audition.
F1 Americas Triple-Header: Red Bull finalizes Austin floor upgrade as Lawson faces grid penalty
As Formula 1 readies for the United States Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas, Red Bull readies a defining aerodynamic update while Liam Lawson navigates a steep grid penalty in Texas.
F1 Americas Countdown: Norris Singapore masterclass trims Verstappen gap as Lawson joins RB grid
Lando Norris's dominant 20-second victory at Marina Bay has blown the 2026 Formula 1 championship wide open as teams prepare for the Americas triple-header and Liam Lawson steps into the RB seat.
Singapore GP: Lando Norris storms to sensational pole position ahead of Verstappen and Hamilton
Lando Norris produced an extraordinary qualifying lap in Singapore to edge Max Verstappen by two tenths, setting up a heavyweight front-row start for Sunday's night race.
International Break: UEFA Nations League MD3 brings Italy vs Belgium blockbuster as club football pauses
With club football paused and Manchester City sitting clear with 21 points, the spotlight shifts to national teams as Italy host Belgium in Rome and England prepare for Wembley duty.
International Window: Italy host Belgium in Rome as South American qualifiers reach fever pitch
With European leagues on break, the international window delivers high-stakes drama: Italy battles Belgium in Nations League Group A2, while Lionel Messi returns and Brazil fights for qualifying survival.
NFL MNF: Jared Goff achieves historic 18-for-18 perfect passing game as Lions outduel Seahawks 42-29
Jared Goff delivered the most accurate passing display in NFL history, going 18-for-18 for 292 yards and two scores as the Detroit Lions defeated the Seattle Seahawks 42-29 at Ford Field.
NFL Week 4 Sunday Night Football preview: Unbeaten Bills collide with Lamar Jackson and the Ravens
The premier matchup of NFL Week 4 arrives on Sunday night in Baltimore, pitting Josh Allen's high-scoring Bills against Lamar Jackson's physical ground machine.
NFL Week 5: Vikings and Chiefs stand as lone unbeatens as Lions surge into top three after Goff perfection
With Minnesota and Kansas City standing as the NFL's only 4-0 squads and Detroit riding historic offensive momentum, Week 5 gets underway with a redefined championship landscape.
Thursday Night Football: Buccaneers and Falcons clash for NFC South supremacy
The NFC South takes center stage on Thursday night as Baker Mayfield's 3-1 Buccaneers visit Kirk Cousins and the 2-2 Falcons with first place in the division on the line.
PGA Tour in Utah: Black Desert Championship Round 1 tee times locked amid red rocks and black lava
The PGA Tour makes its historic return to Utah at the stunning Black Desert Resort, where volcanic basalt rock and FedExCup Fall desperation create an unforgettable backdrop.
PGA Tour: Kevin Yu vaults into top 65 after maiden playoff win as tour heads to Utah
Kevin Yu captured his first career PGA Tour victory in a thrilling playoff at Sanderson Farms, vaulting into the top 65 of the world rankings as the tour travels to Utah's Black Desert Resort.
PGA Tour: Black Desert Championship prepares for historic Utah debut among red rock canyons and black lava beds
The PGA Tour makes its historic return to Utah after a 61-year absence, with players testing the dramatic volcanic layout of Black Desert Resort as the FedExCup Fall race intensifies.
Sanderson Farms Championship: Keith Mitchell fires 64 on Moving Day to take 54-hole lead at 20-under
Keith Mitchell delivered an eight-birdie clinic on Saturday at Country Club of Jackson to seize a one-stroke lead heading into Sunday's final round.
Premier League Matchweek 7: Haaland and Foden rally Manchester City past Brentford to make it seven straight wins
Manchester City overcame a first-half deficit at Gtech Community Stadium as Erling Haaland and Phil Foden secured a 2-1 victory to preserve their flawless start.
Premier League MW7 Washup: Tottenham reel from Brighton collapse as Man City sit clear on 21 points
Brighton's stunning 3-2 comeback over Tottenham highlighted an extraordinary Matchweek 7 that left Spurs in crisis and Manchester City alone at the Premier League summit entering the international break.
Rolex Shanghai Masters: ATP 1000 main draw kicks off with Alcaraz, Sinner, and Djokovic eyeing glory
The Rolex Shanghai Masters begins main draw action at Qizhong Arena, bringing Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic together for 12 days of world-class Asian hardcourt tennis.
Rolex Shanghai Masters: 39-year-old Wawrinka makes history as Nishikori advances and top seeds prepare debuts
Stan Wawrinka became the third-oldest match winner in Masters 1000 history while Kei Nishikori battled through in three sets on a thrilling second day of action at the Rolex Shanghai Masters.
Shanghai Masters R2: Alcaraz storms to 10th straight win as Sinner hits 60-win milestone
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner showed zero signs of a Beijing hangover on Wednesday, storming through their opening matches at the Rolex Shanghai Masters in dominant fashion.
Correction: Italy did not host Belgium, and England did not play Greece
An earlier preview named the wrong fixtures. The verified Monday and Tuesday results are on the 8 October desk.
WNBA Semifinals Eve: Final Four tactical breakdown as Lynx-Fever and Aces-Liberty prepare for Game 1
With final walkthroughs complete on Saturday, the 2026 WNBA postseason enters its decisive phase with two blockbuster semifinal series tipping off Sunday.
WNBA Semifinals Game 2: Aces and Fever face must-win road tests as Liberty and Lynx eye 2-0 leads
With the Liberty and Lynx holding 1-0 series leads, the Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever enter Tuesday night facing critical Game 2 road tests to preserve their championship hopes.
Liberty 88-84 Aces, Lynx 84-78 Fever: New York and Minnesota take commanding 2-0 leads
With thrilling Game 2 victories on Tuesday night, the New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx seized 2-0 advantages in the WNBA Semifinals, pushing the Aces and Fever into must-win territory.
WNBA Semifinals Game 2 Eve: Aces and Fever plot tactical counterpunches after Game 1 defeats
With the Liberty and Lynx holding 1-0 series advantages, the Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever spent Monday in intense film sessions searching for answers before Game 2.
Aston Villa 1-0 Bayern Munich: Duran wonder strike repeats 1982 glory on electric night
Forty-two years after their Rotterdam triumph, Aston Villa stunned Bayern Munich 1-0 as Jhon Duran lofted a sensational 30-yard winner over Manuel Neuer.
China Open 2026: Alcaraz powers past Khachanov and Sinner survives Lehecka test in Beijing
Carlos Alcaraz struck 26 winners to sweep Karen Khachanov 7-5, 6-2 while Jannik Sinner fought past Jiri Lehecka 6-2, 7-6(6) to storm into the China Open semifinals.
Singapore GP: Lando Norris edges Charles Leclerc by 0.058s under Marina Bay floodlights
Under the glare of 1,600 floodlights, Lando Norris clocked 1:30.727 in FP2 to edge Charles Leclerc by 0.058 seconds, setting the stage for an explosive qualifying battle in Singapore.
49ers 24-20 Rams: Goal-line stand seals Thursday Night Football thriller in Santa Clara
San Francisco claimed sole possession of first place in the NFC West as Christian McCaffrey scored the winning touchdown and the defense preserved a 24-20 win over the Rams.
Sanderson Farms: Beau Hossler fires 64 to seize 36-hole lead at 15-under in Jackson
Beau Hossler surged to a 36-hole total of 15-under 129 at the Country Club of Jackson, holding a one-stroke lead over Daniel Berger as the cut fell at 4-under par.
WNBA Semifinals locked: Lynx-Fever and Aces-Liberty set for blockbuster Sunday Game 1s
With four sweeps in the books, the WNBA Semifinals pit the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx against Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever, while the Aces and Liberty renew their finals feud.
Arsenal 2-0 PSG: Havertz and Saka secure statement Champions League victory
Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka score first-half goals as Arsenal defeat Paris Saint-Germain 2-0 at Emirates Stadium on Champions League Matchday 2.
China Open: Carlos Alcaraz defuses big-serving Mpetshi Perricard as Medvedev and Gauff roll
Carlos Alcaraz wins 6-4, 6-4 against Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard while Daniil Medvedev and Coco Gauff secure convincing victories at the China Open.
Singapore GP: Marina Bay floodlights shine as Antonelli and rivals complete track walks
Kimi Antonelli leads Mercedes into Thursday media sessions and track walks at Marina Bay as teams prepare for Friday free practice in Singapore.
NFL Week 4 Kickoff: 49ers host Rams at Levi's Stadium in Thursday Night Football clash
San Francisco and the Los Angeles Rams open NFL Week 4 tonight at Levi's Stadium in a high-stakes divisional battle on Thursday Night Football.
Sanderson Farms Championship: Chesson Hadley and Beau Hossler set pace in Round 1
Chesson Hadley and Beau Hossler card opening-round 66s to share the early lead at the Sanderson Farms Championship in Jackson, Mississippi.
WNBA Semifinals locked: Aces and Liberty complete sweeps to set up blockbuster final four
A'ja Wilson powers Las Vegas and Breanna Stewart leads New York as both squads finish 2-0 sweeps to finalize the 2026 WNBA semifinal matchups.
Champions League Matchday 2: Arsenal host PSG in blockbuster Emirates showdown
Arsenal face Paris Saint-Germain at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night in the standout fixture of Champions League Matchday 2.
China Open Round 1: Sinner launches title defense as Sabalenka and Zheng dazzle in Beijing
Jannik Sinner opens his Beijing campaign with a 6-3, 6-4 victory, while Aryna Sabalenka and Zheng Qinwen cruise into Round 2 at the China Open.
Singapore Grand Prix: Marina Bay paddock comes alive as Antonelli embraces title spotlight
Formula 1 sets up at Marina Bay for the Singapore Grand Prix night race, with 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli commanding an 88-point title lead.
NFL Week 4 preview: 49ers and Rams reignite rivalry on Thursday Night Football
Brock Purdy and the 49ers host Matthew Stafford and the Rams to open NFL Week 4 in a high-stakes divisional duel under the prime-time lights.
Sanderson Farms Championship: Pro-Am day wraps as Round 1 tee times set in Jackson
Official Pro-Am wraps at Country Club of Jackson as the PGA Tour FedExCup Fall swing readies for Thursday's Round 1 in Mississippi.
WNBA Playoffs: Caitlin Clark powers Fever to sweep Dream; Lynx eliminate Mystics
Caitlin Clark records 24 points and 11 assists as Indiana sweeps Atlanta 2-0, while Napheesa Collier's 26 points lead Minnesota past Washington into the WNBA semifinals.
China Open Beijing 2026: Sinner and Alcaraz touch down in Asia as main draw begins
The tennis world moves to Beijing as the 2026 China Open main draw gets underway at the National Tennis Center.
Eagles 24-20 Cowboys: Hurts and Barkley seal Monday Night thriller as Week 3 wraps up
Monday Night Football closes Week 3 with Philadelphia outlasting Dallas 24-20 behind Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, and a late defensive stand.
PGA Tour Fall swing begins: Sanderson Farms Championship brings high-stakes drama to Jackson
The PGA Tour shifts to Jackson, Mississippi for the Sanderson Farms Championship as players battle for FedExCup Fall survival and 2027 exemptions.
Premier League Matchweek 7 preview: Haaland eyes record pace as City defend perfect record
Manchester City sit alone atop the Premier League on 18 points as Erling Haaland's historic scoring surge leads into Matchweek 7.
Singapore GP preview: Marina Bay night crucible awaits Antonelli and Russell
Formula 1 heads to Marina Bay for the Singapore Grand Prix night race as Kimi Antonelli looks to protect his 88-point championship lead.
WNBA Playoffs Game 2: Caitlin Clark and Fever aim to sweep Dream into semifinals
Tuesday brings Game 2 elimination drama to the WNBA playoffs as Caitlin Clark and Indiana attempt to complete a sweep over Atlanta.
Cowboys at Eagles on Monday Night Football: NFC East supremacy on the line in Week 3 finale
Monday Night Football closes Week 3 with a classic NFC East clash between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field.
Team Europe wins Laver Cup 2026: Alcaraz seals dramatic 13-11 victory at The O2
Carlos Alcaraz clinches the 2026 Laver Cup for Team Europe, overcoming Taylor Fritz in the final singles match at London's O2 Arena for an exhilarating 13-11 victory.
Premier League MW6 review: Manchester City stand alone at summit with perfect 18 points
Manchester City conclude Premier League Matchweek 6 with an unblemished 6-0-0 record, commanding the summit with 18 points as the European calendar turns to Champions League Matchday 2.
Singapore GP preview: Antonelli takes 45-point cushion to Marina Bay street circuit under the lights
Fresh off his Baku triumph, Kimi Antonelli carries a commanding championship lead into the heat and humidity of the Singapore Grand Prix night race at Marina Bay.
United States wins 16th Presidents Cup: Scheffler and Cantlay lead 18.5-11.5 triumph at Medinah
The United States defeats the International Team 18.5-11.5 at Medinah Country Club, capturing its 10th consecutive Presidents Cup behind clinical Sunday singles play from Scottie Scheffler and Patrick Cantlay.
WNBA Playoffs Game 1: Caitlin Clark powers Fever past Dream as Lynx and Aces assert command
Caitlin Clark records 24 points and 11 assists as the Indiana Fever capture Game 1 on the road against the Atlanta Dream, while the Lynx, Liberty, and Aces hold home court.
Antonelli wins Baku GP from pole: Mercedes takes dominant 1-2 street triumph
Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli captures the Azerbaijan Grand Prix from pole position, leading teammate George Russell for a commanding Mercedes 1-2 finish in Baku.
City 2-1 Newcastle: Haaland scores again as champions maintain 100% record
Manchester City defeat Newcastle United 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium in Matchweek 6. Erling Haaland and Bernardo Silva score as Pep Guardiola's side reaches six wins from six.
Laver Cup Day 3 Finale: Triple-point Sunday at The O2 with trophy on the line
The 9th Laver Cup concludes Sunday at The O2 Arena in London. With three points awarded for each victory on Day 3, Team Europe and Team World clash for the championship trophy.
NFL Week 3 Sunday Slate: Bills host Dolphins, Chiefs battle Chargers in marquee showdowns
NFL Week 3 Sunday game day arrives with marquee clashes across America. Josh Allen leads the 2-0 Bills against Miami, while Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs face the Chargers.
Presidents Cup Sunday Singles: 12 matches decide the cup at Medinah Course No. 3
The 16th Presidents Cup culminates Sunday at Medinah Country Club in Illinois. Twelve singles matches will determine whether Team USA retains the cup or the Internationals mount a historic comeback.
WNBA Playoffs Tip-Off: Round 1 Game 1 quadruple-header begins postseason chase
The 2026 WNBA postseason officially tips off Sunday 27 September with four Game 1 matchups. Minnesota, Atlanta, Golden State, and Las Vegas host opening-round battles.
Baku Race Day: Antonelli leads Mercedes front-row lockout for 51-lap street fight
Formula 1 takes to the streets on Saturday at the Baku City Circuit. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli starts from pole position with Mercedes teammate George Russell in second.
Laver Cup Day 2: Alcaraz, Zverev, and Fritz headline double-point Saturday at The O2
The 9th Laver Cup accelerates into Day 2 at The O2 Arena in London. With wins worth two points, Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, and Taylor Fritz take center stage on the black court.
Packers hold off Falcons 24-20: Love delivers on Alumni Weekend as Sunday countdown begins
Week 3 Thursday Night Football ends with Green Bay holding off Atlanta 24-20 at Lambeau Field. Jordan Love accounts for three touchdowns as the NFL turns toward Sunday.
Premier League Matchweek 6: City hosts Newcastle as title race tightens
Premier League Matchweek 6 kicks off Saturday with Manchester City defending a 100% record against Newcastle United. Arsenal and Liverpool look to apply pressure across England.
Presidents Cup Day 3: Medinah Course No. 3 tests endurance across 8-point moving day
The 16th Presidents Cup enters Moving Day at Medinah Country Club in Illinois. A grueling Saturday double session puts eight critical points on the line before Sunday singles.
WNBA Playoffs 2026: 24-hour countdown to Sunday tip-off as Lynx and Valkyries lead eight-team charge
Only 24 hours remain before the 2026 WNBA postseason tips off on Sunday 27 September. The eight-team bracket features Minnesota, Golden State, Las Vegas, Atlanta, Indiana, New York, Washington, and Dallas.
Baku Qualifying Day: Antonelli and Russell chase pole at Baku City Circuit
Formula 1 stages qualifying on Friday at the Baku City Circuit. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli and Mercedes teammate George Russell battle Ferrari and McLaren for pole position.
Laver Cup Day 1: Ruud vs Cerundolo and Mensik vs Nakashima ignite The O2
The 9th Laver Cup gets underway Friday at The O2 Arena in London. Casper Ruud faces Francisco Cerundolo and Jakub Mensik takes on Brandon Nakashima in opening singles.
Presidents Cup Day 2: Medinah Course No. 3 turns up heat for Friday clashes
The 16th Presidents Cup rolls into Day 2 at Medinah Country Club in Illinois. Team USA and the International Team contest vital Friday match play points on the redesigned Course No. 3.
Baku Thursday practice: Antonelli and Russell take Mercedes to street circuit
Formula 1 takes to the Baku City Circuit for Thursday practice sessions. Mercedes teammates Kimi Antonelli and George Russell pace the field ahead of Friday qualifying and Saturday's Grand Prix.
Laver Cup eve in London: Noah and Agassi reveal Friday opening clashes at The O2
On the eve of the 2026 Laver Cup at The O2 in London, captains Yannick Noah and Andre Agassi unveiled Friday's opening matches as Team Europe battles Team World.
Presidents Cup Day 1: Medinah Course No. 3 opens with high-stakes foursomes
The 16th Presidents Cup begins Thursday at Medinah Country Club in Illinois. Brandt Snedeker and Geoff Ogilvy lead their squads into morning foursomes on the redesigned Course No. 3.
Bayern 2-2 Man City: Wamser 86th-minute equalizer crowns UWCL thriller
Manchester City rallied from two goals down to secure a dramatic 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich on Matchday 1 of the UEFA Women's Champions League. Carlotta Wamser leveled in the 86th minute.
Falcons at Packers: Penix returns under Lambeau lights for Week 3 kickoff
Week 3 kicks off Thursday night at Lambeau Field as the Green Bay Packers host the Atlanta Falcons. Michael Penix Jr. returns to the starting lineup following his ACL recovery.
Fever 96-77 Lynx: Caitlin Clark leads Indiana masterclass past top seed
Indiana cruised to a 96-77 victory over the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx on 22 September. Caitlin Clark recorded 27 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds in a statement road performance.
Chiefs 33-30 Colts: Butker nails 40-yard winner in overtime thriller
Kansas City edged Indianapolis 33-30 in overtime on Sunday Night Football. Harrison Butker kicked a 40-yard winner after a 30-30 tie in regulation. Sky Sports and CBS confirm the final.
Presidents Cup at Medinah: USA, Internationals, and Course No. 3
The 16th Presidents Cup arrives at Medinah Country Club in Illinois from 22-27 September. Official practice rounds are underway on Course No. 3 before competition begins on Thursday.
Rams 28-6 Giants: Los Angeles rolls on Monday night as Dart exits
Los Angeles defeated the New York Giants 28-6 on Monday Night Football at SoFi Stadium. Matthew Stafford threw two touchdowns while New York quarterback Jaxson Dart left early with a knee injury.
Baku is 24-26 September. Saturday race. Antonelli 292. No result.
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix is a Thursday-Saturday weekend at the Baku City Circuit. Drivers after Madrid: Antonelli 292, Russell 211, Hamilton 191. Do not invent a winner.
Celli and Elvira 13 under after 54 holes. Sunday has no champion.
Filippo Celli and Manuel Elvira share the BMW PGA lead at 13 under after three rounds. AP prints 203. Gerard, the 36-hole leader, is 207. Round 4 is 20 September.
City 5-3 Sunderland: five from five, Brobbey hat-trick in a loss
Manchester City beat Sunderland 5-3 at the Etihad on 20 September. ESPN, AFP and IOL print the same score. City 5-0-0, 15 points. Arsenal 12. Brighton 10.
Germany 3-1 Croatia. Britain 4-0 Ecuador. Davis Cup Final 8 is set.
Alexander Zverev sent Germany into the Davis Cup Final 8 on 20 September. AP: 6-2, 6-4 over Dino Prizmic. TNT Sports: Britain 4-0 Ecuador. Wikipedia names the eight.
Laver Cup is 25-27 September at The O2. The US Open already has names.
Team Europe vs Team World, The O2, 25-27 September. Wikipedia: Nakashima replaced Shelton. First team to 13 points. Do not invent a winner.
Liberty 93-81 Lynx: Stewart 24 and 10, Minnesota still the one-seed
The New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 93-81 on 18 September. AP: Breanna Stewart 24 points and 10 rebounds. Lynx 31-10. Playoffs 27 September.
JJ Spaun wins the BMW PGA. 17 under. Elvira double-bogeys 18.
JJ Spaun won the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth on 20 September. AP and the DP World Tour print 271, 17 under. Heart: Elvira made a double bogey on 18.
Week 2 Sunday is LIVE in the first quarter. Bills 41-31 is still the only final.
Buffalo beat Detroit 41-31 on Thursday. ESPN: the 1 p.m. ET window is in the first quarter. CBS: Colts at Chiefs is Sunday Night, 8:20 p.m. ET. No Sunday final is printed here.
Brighton 3-0 Arsenal: the champions lose, and Sunday is still open
Brighton beat Arsenal 3-0 at the Amex on 19 September. Sky, The Athletic and Brighton.com print the same score. Xinhua: City 12 from four, Arsenal 12 from five, Brighton 10.
Bills 41-31 Lions: Allen five TDs, first night in the new Highmark Stadium
Buffalo beat Detroit 41-31 on Thursday Night Football, the first regular-season game at the new Highmark Stadium. ESPN: Josh Allen 20 of 31, 248 yards, five total touchdowns.
Gerard 12 under after 36 holes at Wentworth. Saturday has not been played.
Ryan Gerard leads the BMW PGA Championship at 12 under after two rounds. DP World Tour: 67-65. Rounds 3 and 4 are 19-20 September.
Chiefs 31-10 Broncos: Walker 173 yards, Mahomes back, Week 1 closed
Kansas City beat Denver 31-10 on Monday Night Football. Kenneth Walker III ran for 173 yards on his Chiefs debut. Patrick Mahomes returned from the knee.
Leeds 4-1 Newcastle: third in the table, and matchweek 4 is finished
Leeds demolished Newcastle 4-1 at Elland Road on 14 September and climbed to third. Arsenal and City stay on 12. Hull stay unbeaten on 8.
Antonelli wins Madrid: Norris pole, a VSC, Hamilton with no brakes
Kimi Antonelli won the first Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring. Lando Norris started first and finished third. Lewis Hamilton retired on lap 6.
Matchweek 4: Arsenal and City on 12, Hull still unbeaten, Leeds-Newcastle still to play
Sunderland 0-2 Arsenal. United 0-1 City. Chelsea 2-2 Hull. Coventry 0-5 Brighton. Leeds vs Newcastle, Monday 8 p.m.
Zverev and Rybakina: the US Open has names now
Alexander Zverev beat Ben Shelton for a second Slam of 2026. Elena Rybakina beat Aryna Sabalenka and took No. 1 with the trophy.
49ers 27, Rams 7: 100,021 at the MCG, Purdy three touchdowns
Thursday night in the United States, Friday morning in Melbourne. The score is 27-7. The crowd was 100,021.
Seahawks 13, Patriots 10: the rematch stayed ugly and Seattle still won
Super Bowl LX was 29-13. Week 1 was 13-10. New England led 10-0. Seattle scored the last 13.
49ers vs Rams in Melbourne: the league leaves home on night two
Thursday 8:35 p.m. ET, Friday 10:35 a.m. AEST. NFC West, a cricket ground, a streaming app.
Why Madrid week matters: 66 points, a new circuit, ten races left
Preview only. The 2026 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid has not been run. Do not invent a winner.
Why Patriots at Seahawks is the only NFL game that exists yet
Week 1 has not been played. The opener is Super Bowl LX again. That is the stake.
Why matchweek 4 matters: Hull vs Chelsea, Sunderland vs Arsenal
Chelsea host Hull, the only side without a goal conceded. Sunderland host Arsenal. Spurs host Everton. Nothing has been played.
The next thing on the golf calendar is the Presidents Cup
Preview only. The 2026 Presidents Cup has not been played. Do not invent a winner.
September basketball is the women's game
NBA Finals ended 13 June. WNBA playoffs begin 27 September. If you came here for basketball this month, you came for the Lynx, the Valkyries, the Aces.
Why Tuesday in New York matters
Quarter-finals as of 7-8 September 2026. No 2026 singles champion. The American men have not had a Slam title since Roddick in 2003.
The WNBA field is set: Lynx 31-9, playoffs 27 September
Minnesota, Golden State, Las Vegas, Atlanta, Indiana, New York, Washington, Dallas. First round best of three. Finals best of seven.
Three weeks in: City and Arsenal on 9, Hull on 7, Spurs on 1
Manchester City 9, Arsenal 9, Hull City 7 with a clean sheet. Tottenham 1 point. Fulham and Coventry 0. Matchweek 4 starts 12 September.
Antonelli wins Monza from 19th. Italy had not done that since 1966.
Kimi Antonelli 1:51:15.281. Russell +3.857. Verstappen +14.718. First Italian Monza winner since Ludovico Scarfiotti.
Alonso's Chelsea: 3-2, 4-3, then 2-1 at the Emirates
Chelsea beat Fulham 3-2 and Brighton 4-3, then lost 2-1 at Arsenal. Rogers scored after 77 seconds in all three? No: inside five minutes in each of the first three.
Alcaraz's wrist, Djokovic's Monday, the draw cracking open
US Open 2026, 30 August to 13 September. Alcaraz returned. Djokovic went out Monday. No singles champion yet.
Scheffler at East Lake: second FedEx Cup, and the Tiger earnings line
Scottie Scheffler won the 2026 Tour Championship on 30 August, his second FedEx Cup in three years, and passed Tiger Woods in PGA Tour career earnings.
Muchova and Mensik take the mixed doubles million
The all-Czech pair won the 2026 US Open mixed doubles, saving match points in the semis, then rolling the final tiebreak.
Opening weekend: Hull, Brighton, Brentford, and a league that did not ease in
Brighton 4-0 Villa. Hull 2-0 United. Brentford 3-0 Spurs. Arsenal 3-0 Coventry. The 2026/27 Premier League arrived loud.
Norris wins Hungary, then Zandvoort. McLaren's counter has a double.
Lando Norris 1:39:56.180 at the Hungaroring, then 2:04:44.859 from pole at Zandvoort. Verstappen DNF at home.
Hull City 2-0 Manchester United, and the season already has a scar
Semi Ajayi 17', Nobel Mendy 38'. Hull, everyone's favourites to go down, beat Manchester United 2-0 on 22 August.
Spain Are World Champions: How the 2026 Final Week Ended
Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. Spain 1-0 Argentina after extra time at MetLife. England 6-4 France for bronze, Bukayo Saka with a hat-trick.
Antonelli wins Spa: sixth of the season, the lead grows again
Kimi Antonelli's sixth win of 2026, a week after finishing 15th from pole in Britain.
Ryan Fox birdies the 18th and the Claret Jug changes hands
The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale, 16-19 July. Fox, 39, birdied the hardest hole of the week to win by one.
Final Week Countdown: Spain, Argentina and Two Nights Left
A rest-day guide to the podium race: France vs England for bronze, then Spain vs Argentina for the world title.
Sinner's fifth major: two tiebreaks, then the champion's weight
Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev in four sets on 12 July for a second straight Wimbledon and a fifth Slam.
Noskova wastes five championship points. Then she wins Wimbledon.
Linda Noskova beat Karolina Muchova in an extraordinary Wimbledon final on 11 July. First Slam. Sixth championship point.
Leclerc wins Silverstone. The championship leader finishes 15th from pole.
Charles Leclerc 1:27:11.335. Russell +0.427. Hamilton +0.772. Kimi Antonelli pole, classified 15th.
African Heavyweights: The Battle for Continental Supremacy
Morocco's historic QF run in 2026 and Senegal's Round of 32 appearance prove Africa's depth is real.
The Greatest World Cup Upsets of All Time
From Ecuador toppling Germany in 2026 to Saudi Arabia's 2022 miracle - when football's giants fall, everything changes.
Three Nations, One Party: The Hosts' Story
For the first time, three countries host the World Cup together. The USA reached the R16, Mexico the R32, and Canada the R32.
The Rise of Lamine Yamal and Spain's New Age
How a teenage sensation and a direct style are reinventing La Roja's historical identity on the world stage.
Norway's Golden Duo: Haaland and Odegaard's World Cup Dream
After 28 years in the wilderness, Norway returned powered by two of the world's finest talents.
The Last Dance: A Generation Says Goodbye
Modrić, Ronaldo and the legends playing their final World Cup. Savour them while you can.
Why the 48-Team World Cup Changes Everything
More teams, more groups, more drama, and a brand-new path to the trophy. Here is what you need to know.
Knicks 4-1: 53 years, Brunson 45, a 29-point Game 4
Knicks beat the Spurs in five. Game 4: 107-106 from 29 down, OG Anunoby 1.2 seconds. Game 5: 94-90, Brunson 45 on the road.
Super Bowl LX was 29-13. That is why Wednesday night is a rematch.
Seattle 29, New England 13. Walker 135 rush yards. Myers five field goals. Maye sacked six times. Second Seahawks title.
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Spain vs Argentina 1-0 aet: Torres, 106th minute
Spain 1-0 Argentina after extra time on 19 July at MetLife Stadium. Torres 106'. Attendance 80,663. Second Spanish title, first since 2010.
France vs England 4-6: Saka's hat-trick, bronze for England
England 6-4 France in Miami. Rice, Konsa, Saka (3), Bellingham. Mbappe (2), Barcola, Dembele. Bronze, and England's best finish since 1966.
England vs Argentina 1-2 Match Report
History, heat and a final place on the line: England vs Argentina in a World Cup semi-final.
France vs Spain 0-2 Match Report
European heavyweights collide in Dallas: a semi-final that decided the first finalist of 2026.
Argentina vs Switzerland 3-1 Match Report
Champions against Swiss organisation: a quarter-final defined by patience, quality, and extra-time ruthlessness.
Norway vs England 1-2 Match Report
Haaland and Odegaard vs the Three Lions: a quarter-final packed with Premier League storylines that needed extra time.
Spain vs Belgium 2-1 Match Report
Possession kings against a Belgian side built to disrupt: a quarter-final that decided a semi-final berth.
France vs Morocco 2-0 Match Report
A heavyweight quarter-final in Boston: Mbappe vs the Atlas Lions, with a World Cup semi-final on the line.
Argentina vs Egypt 3-2 Match Report
A decisive Round of 16 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.
Switzerland vs Colombia 0-0 Match Report
A decisive Round of 16 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.
Belgium vs United States 4-1 Match Report
A decisive Round of 16 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.
Spain vs Portugal 1-0 Match Report
A decisive Round of 16 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.
England vs Mexico 3-2 Match Report
A decisive Round of 16 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.
Norway vs Brazil 2-1 Match Report
A decisive Round of 16 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.
France vs Paraguay 1-0 Match Report
A decisive Round of 16 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.
Morocco vs Canada 3-0 Match Report
A decisive Round of 16 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.
Argentina vs Cape Verde 3-2 Match Report
A decisive Round of 32 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.
Australia vs Egypt 1-1 (2-4 pens) Match Report
A decisive Round of 32 knockout match with one team advancing and one sent home from the 2026 World Cup.