ZANDVOORT, Netherlands (AP) Max Verstappen says he seriously considered leaving Formula 1 before the four-time champion instead committed to four more years with Red Bull on Thursday.
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Max Verstappen has extended his Formula 1 contract with Red Bull to 2030, the team has announced. Verstappen has won four world driving championships since making his debut with the team in 2016 and has 71 Grand Prix victories. The announcement Thursday ahead…

Associated Press

Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull to 2030 after he weighed up leaving F1 - AP News

The Wall Street Journal

His Name is Tugboat. He Throws an ‘Invisiball.’ And Now He’s a Major-Leaguer - WSJ

The WNBA's dealings with the "Save Women's Sports" movement expanded beyond Indiana Fever games.
A rally to support the protection of women's sports was held outside the Chase Center in San Francisc… [+5019 chars]

Pro-transgender counterprotesters swarmed a Save Women's Sports rally outside Chase Center before the Golden State Valkyries vs. Lynx WNBA game.

Fox News

Lynx, Valkyries coaches rip 'Save Women's Sports' movement as pro-trans mob rocks 1st rally at non-Fever game - Fox News

MLB Pipeline gave a full refresh to its Top 100 Prospects list last week -- and each teams Top 30 -- now that the 2026 draftees have joined their respective organizations. That makes it as good a tim… [+6744 chars]

MLB Pipeline gave a full refresh to its Top 100 Prospects list last week -- and each team’s Top 30 -- now that the 2026 draftees have joined their respective organizations. That makes it as good a time as any to look at the biggest breakout players in Minor L…

MLB.com

The 10 biggest breakouts on the new Top 100 Prospects list - MLB.com

Peyton Watson broke out this past season, averaging 14.6 ppg and 4.9 rpg in 54 games played.
The Cleveland Cavaliers landed Peyton Watson in a four-team deal. 
The Cleveland Cavaliers, Denver Nugge… [+2407 chars]

Veteran Max Strus goes to the Clippers while the Nuggets reportedly acquire a pair of future draft picks.

Heat.com

Cavaliers land Peyton Watson on reported 4-team trade - NBA.com

Aug 19, 2026, 11:22 PM ET
BALTIMORE -- Major League Baseball now uses technology to confirm or overturn balls and strikes.
Is it time for something similar around the foul poles?
The Baltimore Ori… [+2215 chars]

The Orioles criticized MLB for being behind on technology after Pete Alonso's deep fly to left was ruled foul and the call was upheld on a review Wednesday night against the Yankees.

ESPN

Orioles bash MLB technology after Alonso's blast ruled foul - ESPN

While the Seattle Seahawks are in limbo as far as when theyll sign Terrion Arnold, they have turned their attention to signing another former Alabama cornerback.
Having tried out former All-Pro Trev… [+2020 chars]

The former All-Pro corner visited the Seahawks earlier in the week.

Field Gulls

Seattle Seahawks signing former All-Pro corner Trevon Diggs - fieldgulls.com

MILWAUKEE The beauty of baseball is the repetition. One day after another. One day rarely same as the other. It makes forgetting what happened the day before especially if it was a very bad and not a… [+5741 chars]

The day after a historic loss, the Mariners displayed some resolve, jumping on the Brewers for four runs in the first inning en route to a 7-5 win.

The Seattle Times

Early eruption powers Mariners to bounceback win after historic loss - The Seattle Times

WESTFIELD, Ind. I cant believe I got sunburned in Indiana.
Ive been at dozens of Falcons training camp practices in Flowery Branch over the years, and Ive come home with exactly zero sunburns in the… [+5639 chars]

A rundown of a fast-paced and high-energy first day of joint practices between the Falcons and Colts.

The Falcoholic

Everything you need to know from Day 1 of Falcons-Colts joint practices - The Falcoholic

In a month or so, I don’t think anyone will still care what A.J. Brown said or did during these joint training camp practices between the Eagles and the Patriots. I doubt anyone will still be referencing anything Jalen Hurts or Devonta Smith had to say about …

Allphly.com

Bowen: A.J. Brown stuff is great fun, but Vic Fangio said something at Eagles-Pats joint practice that might actually matter - PHLY Sports

After holding in during mandatory minicamp earlier this summer and throughout training camp, Bucs defensive tackle Vita Vea is getting the raise he has been after, and a contract extension. ESPN’s Ad… [+2478 chars]

After holding in during mandatory minicamp earlier this summer and throughout training camp, Bucs defensive tackle Vita Vea is getting the raise he has been

Pewterreport.com

BREAKING: Vita Vea Agrees To Contract Extension With Bucs - Pewter Report

Today marked the thirteenth Philadelphia Eagles training camp practice ahead of the 2026 NFL season. It was an action-packed joint training camp session against the New England Patriots. Heres what I… [+11901 chars]

Observations from Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Bleeding Green Nation

Eagles-Patriots Joint Training Camp Practice Notes: Day 1 - bleedinggreennation.com

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Wednesday saw the Jacksonville Jaguars hold the most active and physical practice of training camp yet, and there is no shortage of takeaways. 
So, who were the winners and the… [+9621 chars]

We break down the stock movement on the Jacksonville Jaguars' roster after an eventful practice vs. the Carolina Panthers.

Sports Illustrated

6 Winners, 4 Losers From Jaguars' Joint Practice vs. Panthers: Brian Thomas Jr. Shines - Sports Illustrated

Once again, we have a whole host of news, rumors and updates around the Buss familys feud, Mark Walter and even a cameo from Shams Charania to defend himself against a claim from Jeanie Buss.
All th… [+4867 chars]

The latest updates on the Lakers’ sale include Jeanie Buss’ attempts to remain in power and Shams Charania firing back

Silver Screen and Roll 

Lakers Rumor Roundup: Jeanie Buss open to buying out family shares, Shams Charania fires back - Silver Screen and Roll

Chiefs
St. JosephThe Kansas City Chiefs were back in St. Joseph on Wednesday for their penultimate training camp practice of the summer.
The Chiefs will have a lighter workout at Missouri Western S… [+5473 chars]

Day 17 of Kansas City Chiefs camp in St. Joseph saw Cyrus Allen’s one-handed catch, OL shakeups, limited starters and heavy red-zone work before preseason game.

Kansas City Star

5 observations from Day 17 of Chiefs camp: Cyrus Allen’s latest highlight catch - Kansas City Star

The fantasy football-relevant injuries keep piling up as we get deeper into August, and Wednesday brought a pair of major headlines from both the AFC and NFC South. There are also a few handcuff situ… [+4234 chars]

The training camp news keeps coming; read on for the latest on Jayden Higgins' injury, rookie projection updates, and more.

Fantasylife.com

Training Camp News and Updates for Fantasy Football: Jayden Higgins Injury and More - FantasyLife

The Detroit Lions have had some bad injury luck with their 2026 NFL Draft class. They already lost fifth-round pick Kendrick Law for the season, Jimmy Rolder has been out since the first week of trai… [+7630 chars]

Detroit Lions second-round rookie Derrick Moore made a huge impression on Day 15 of training camp.

Prideofdetroit.com

4 takeaways from Lions training camp Day 15: Derrick Moore breaks out - Pride Of Detroit

PITTSBURGH Kenley Jansen sat in front of his locker in utter disbelief.
"Just one of those games," he said. "I throw the ball really well and give up two homers. It sucks."
Jansen, the game's activ… [+7015 chars]

The Tigers were two outs away from winning their eighth straight road series. Didn't happen.

The Detroit News

Tigers suffer walk-off loss to Pirates as playoff odds get longer - The Detroit News

The Dallas Wings announced Wednesday that rookie guard Azzi Fudd will have season-ending surgery on her right knee.
The team said the procedure is intended to alleviate "right knee soreness" and wil… [+1271 chars]

The Dallas Wings announced Wednesday that rookie guard Azzi Fudd will have season-ending surgery on her right knee.

Bleacher Report

Azzi Fudd Undergoes Surgery, Latest News on Wings Star's Injury Status Amid Knee Issue - Bleacher Report

The United States will try to win its first under-20 Women's World Cup since 2012 next month without several of its biggest age-eligible stars, and while manager Vicky Jepson called their absence "up… [+7449 chars]

The United States will try to win its first under-20 Women's World Cup since 2012 next month without several of its biggest age-eligible stars.