Starting Saturday, 1.66 miles of D.C. streets will be walled off as 25 IndyCars speed past the U.S. Capitol, Smithsonian museums and other buildings around the National Mall. The Freedom 250 Grand Pr… [+53 chars]

This weekend’s Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be the final major event to use the District’s historic landmarks as a backdrop for the nation’s birthday celebrations.

The Washington Post

See a map of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix circuit in D.C. - The Washington Post

DENVER (AP) A federal appeals court on Friday temporarily halted a court order that would have granted thousands of athletes who left college after last season an extra year of eligibility a key ruli… [+3716 chars]

A federal appeals court has temporarily halted a court order that would have granted thousands of athletes an extra year of eligibility. This decision comes just eight days before the college football season begins. The lawsuit was filed by players who gradua…

Associated Press

Federal appeals court halts ruling allowing thousands of college players extra year of eligibility - AP News

Salman played down the worries around the future, instead suggesting this is a team undergoing a "rebuild".
Their top seven have each played at least 24 Tests - Imam-ul-Haq, Shan Masood, Abdullah Sh… [+956 chars]

Former England captain Michael Vaughan says he "really fears" for Pakistan after their heavy defeat in the first Test at Headingley.

BBC News

'I fear for them' - pundits lament 'desperate times' for Pakistan - BBC

The Ravens are nearing the end of their first offseason under head coach Jesse Minter and a pair of the teams veterans have identified areas they believe have improved since John Harbaughs departure … [+1105 chars]

The Ravens are nearing the end of their first offseason under head coach Jesse Minter and a pair of the team's veterans have identified areas they believe have improved since John Harbaugh's departure at the end of last season.

NBCSports.com

Rashod Bateman, Ronnie Stanley say new Ravens coaching staff values details more than previous one - NBC Sports

Formula 1's first competitive session in almost a month delivered a closely fought battle for sprint pole and some interesting intra-team victories. 
Below are our picks for the biggest winners and … [+9054 chars]

Our picks for the main winners and losers from sprint qualy at F1's Dutch GP

The-race.com

Winners and losers from sprint qualifying at F1's Dutch GP - The Race

The San Francisco 49ers looked like all of the tweets we saw about the Los Angeles Chargers during Tuesdays joint practice. They dominated in all facets of the game and controlled the line of scrimma… [+5913 chars]

Game-changing plays were the theme for the 49ers on Thursday night

Niners Nation

8 Winners and 2 losers from the 49ers’ preseason win over the Chargers - Niners Nation

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Two colleges cyclists were killed, seven were injured, and a driver was charged after he struck a student cycling team in Tennessee on Wednesday.
Milligan University… [+2837 chars]

Driver facing multiple charges of homicide and assault after striking riders from Milligan University cycling team on Wednesday.

Outside

Two College Cyclists Killed and Seven Injured After Driver Strikes Team in Tennessee - Outside Magazine

As one door closes, another opens. Missouri star Mark Mitchell has been granted a temporary injunction in Louisville, paving the path for his immediate eligibility and a new transfer portal window th… [+2605 chars]

Missouri star Mark Mitchell has been granted a temporary injunction in Louisville, paving the path for his immediate eligibility and a new transfer portal window that could lead him to Lexington.

On3.com

Mark Mitchell's temporary restraining order in Kentucky has been GRANTED - On3

WESTFIELD, Ind. -- Two-time major champion Bryson DeChambeau urged the golf world to be "open-minded" about LIV Golf on Thursday and said his wish is that the league is given "one more shot" as it fi… [+3852 chars]

Two-time major champion Bryson DeChambeau urged the golf world to be "open-minded" about LIV Golf and said his wish is that the league is given "one more shot" as it fights to secure the necessary funding and crucial player support to continue.

ESPN

Bryson DeChambeau hopes LIV Golf is given 'one more shot' - ESPN

Social media erupted over David Gabriel Georges on Thursday night. The five-star Tennessee commit dominated for Baylor School. He finished with 250 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns. All thre… [+2084 chars]

Total Pro Sports

Social Media Thinks They've Discovered "The Greatest High School Running Back Of All Time" - The Highlights Don't Lie [VIDEO] - Yahoo Sports

Before Tadej Pogacar became a hypertuned killer on a bike, before he won any of his record-tying five Tours de France, before he was able to push the boundaries of the volume and variety of races tha… [+5583 chars]

Before Tadej Pogacar became a hypertuned killer on a bike, before he won any of his record-tying five Tours de France, before he was able to push the boundaries of the volume and variety of races that any single rider could win, he first had to break through.…

Defector.com

Tadej Pogacar Returns To The Scene Of His Arrival - Defector

Sinner claimed the second Grand Slam title of his career when he won the US Open in 2024 and reached the New York final again last year when he was beaten by Alcaraz.
Sinner and Alcaraz produced a c… [+1228 chars]

World number one Jannik Sinner pulls out of the upcoming US Open with a knee injury.

US Open 2026: Jannik Sinner withdraws from Flushing Meadows event with a knee injury - BBC

SR’s FAB 5 column on the Bucs is presented by Gameday Men’s Health
Men do you feel tired? Are you gaining weight despite working out struggling with sleep, focus, or sexual performance? Did you know… [+22754 chars]

Vita Vea's return makes the Bucs' revamped defensive line elite, plus injury news on Emeka Egbuka and more in Scott Reynolds' new SR's FAB 5.

Pewterreport.com

SR’s FAB 5: Vita Vea’s Return Makes Bucs D-Line Elite - Pewter Report

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Olympic 1,500-meter bronze medalist and world champion Jenny Simpson says her running chapter "has ended" after she was diagnosed with a rare heart condition following her … [+1766 chars]

Olympic bronze medalist Jenny Simpson says her running chapter "has ended" after she collapsed while pacing a mile group this summer.

Olympic medalist Simpson: Running chapter over after collapse - ESPN

A year ago, we entered September with four notable restricted free agents – Josh Giddey, Jonathan Kuminga, Quentin Grimes, and Cam Thomas – still on the board.
The situation isn’t quite that bad for… [+6649 chars]

Pistons center Jalen Duren and Clippers swingman Bennedict Mathurin are the only restricted free agents still on the board.

hoopsrumors.com

Watson’s Deal With Cavs Leaves Just Two RFAs Unsigned - Hoops Rumors

I've got good news and bad news for the WNBA ...
The good news? The trans drama has subsided, at least for now. All has been quiet on that front for a few days. A nice little summer break, I guess.… [+2312 chars]

Angel Reese was quick to point out the alleged culprit after a green sex toy landed on the court during the Dream-Sparks game in Los Angeles.

Fox News

Another sex toy was thrown during a WNBA game, and Dream's Angel Reese absolutely lost it - Fox News

NASCAR Hall of Famer Kurt Busch recalled how his younger brothers condition escalated so fast in his first network interview since the stunning death of fellow NASCAR icon Kyle Busch in May. 
Kurt B… [+4439 chars]

NASCAR Hall of Famer Kurt Busch recalled how his younger brother’s condition “escalated so fast” in his first network interview since the stunning death of fellow NASCAR icon Kyle Busch in May.

TODAY

Kurt Busch Recalls Some of His Last Words to His Brother, NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch, Just Before His Sudden Death - TODAY.com

Fernando Mendoza finished the 2025 season on top of the college football world as the Heisman-winning quarterback of Indianas national championship team, but it hasnt taken him long to figure out tha… [+924 chars]

Mendoza threw a pick-six in his start against the Texans.

Fernando Mendoza: Thursday night taught me there’s a lot more learning to do - NBC Sports

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Defining question: Can Spurs turn an expensive rebuild into a coherent team?
After earning a European trophy at the end of the 2024-25 season, Tottenham spent last season learning abou… [+2086 chars]

The summer brought dramatic change to England’s top soccer league. Who will finish atop the table, and who will be fighting to avoid relegation?

The Ringer

The 2026-27 Premier League Power Rankings - The Ringer

One of the biggest days in Cleveland Browns training camp, one that has been circled since it was announced, has come and gone. The Browns hosted the Buffalo Bills in Berea, Ohio, for a one-day joint… [+1852 chars]

The Cleveland Browns, Buffalo Bills joint practice is over. What the Bills side said about Watson Vs Sanders, and more