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Jul 07, 2026

The not-quite-dying art of the slice
Slices are less common on the court. But they can still be a huge weapon.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

The rise of the most unexpected Wimbledon quarterf...
Upsets have left one side of the women's draw wide open. One of these four surprise players will reach the final -- and maybe win the Wimbledon title.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

WNBA Power Rankings: Valkyries ride five-game winn...
Golden State's defense and depth are paying dividends as the top spot once again changes hands.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Viral student manager reunites with Wade at LSU
Amir Khan, the viral student manager from the 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament, has entered the transfer portal to reunite with Will Wade at LSU.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Bryan brothers call out ATP over plan for doubles
Doubles icons Bob and Mike Bryan say the ATP Tour should be expanding opportunities in the discipline instead of pushing for a reduction that they argue will cost jobs for young players.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Cavs' Mitchell agrees to $273M max extension
Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a four-year, $273 million maximum extension with the Cavs, including a player option for the 2030-31 season, per his agent.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Lowry retires as Raptor after 20 NBA seasons
Six-time All-Star Kyle Lowry has retired after signing a one-day contract with the Toronto Raptors, where he spent nine of his 20 NBA seasons and won an NBA championship

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

ESPYS 2026: Stats behind Best Athlete - Men's Spor...
Jalen Brunson, Lionel Messi and more. The numbers behind this year's ESPYS Best Athlete - Men's Sports nominees.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

$18 million too much for Carlsson? Is Larkin stayi...
The hockey world is dishing out hot takes aplenty this month. We sort out which ones have merit.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

'The world melted down': Inside Brendan Sorsby's e...
The fighting behind the scenes between the Big 12 and Texas Tech, and the NFL's ultimate decision of denial.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

How many A's? And WHO got the highest mark?! Midse...
From contenders acing 2026 to surprise performances to first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance so far.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Neymar was Ancelotti's gamble at the World Cup, an...
Carlo Ancelotti calling up Neymar to Brazil's World Cup squad was always a risk, and it backfired badly when they got eliminated to Norway in the round of 16.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Texas Tech's QB questions and what happens in the ...
Even with the change at QB, the Red Raiders are the team to beat, but contenders are out there.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

How the Capitals won the offseason -- and Ovechkin...
A three-word social media video signaled the Great 8's return. But the Caps had been quite busy well before that.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Live NHL free agency tracker: Contract details for...
Get up to speed on all the latest veteran additions teams are making beginning on June 30.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Mike Evans and 11 others who will bounce back this...
Eric Karabell highlights players who disappointed in 2025, but are poised for a better 2026.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Superflex mock draft: QBs go early, often when sta...
Six quarterbacks were drafted in the first round as superflex format creates scarcity at the position.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Goodwill: In the East, standing still may no longe...
As summer blockbusters transform the East, Vincent Goodwill examines the revamped and reshuffled conference hierarchy.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Belgium handed U.S. a World Cup reality check
The World Cup dream for the U.S. went up in smoke Monday, comprehensively dismantled 4-1 by Belgium.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

USMNT will look back at 2026 World Cup as a missed...
It all broke right for the U.S. this tournament: the draw, the injuries, the decisions. And yet America is once again coming to terms with a round-of-16 exit.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Let's stack the NFL's best cornerbacks: This year'...
Decision-makers around the NFL ranked the top 10 cornerbacks. Who is the NFL's best -- Pat Surtain II or Derek Stingley Jr.?

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

One big question and latest intel for all 30 teams...
Who will the White Sox take No. 1? Who is atop your team's board? Kiley McDaniel lays it all out as draft week arrives.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Playing Xbox, refreshing Twitter and ... eating ta...
From first-rounders to a player taken in a round that no longer exists, major leaguers recall the moment they got picked.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Inside the Broncos' playoff run: Fifteen days with Sean Payton
Senior writer Seth Wickersham spent two weeks with NFL football coach Sean Payton ahead of the Denver Broncos-New England Patriots AFC Championship Game.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool ahead of Man Unit...
Liverpool have made contact over a move for Mexico wonderkid Gilberto Mora. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

?? 'Overturn this': Belgium troll U.S. after win
Belgium defeated the USMNT 4-1 in the 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match Monday night -- and poked fun at the U.S. afterward.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

'It was personal': Irked Schlittler bounces back
Bouncing back from a disappointing loss to the Detroit Tigers, Cam Schlittler pitched eight innings for the second time this year as the New York Yankees defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 Monday in the opener of a series pitting the AL East's top two teams.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Poch mum on U.S. future; tells fans to keep faith
Mauricio Pochettino would not offer an indication about whether he wants to remain as coach of the United States men's national team following the Americans' exit from the World Cup here on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

USMNT shrugs off Balogun noise in WCup exit
The U.S. men's national team crashed out of the World Cup on Tuesday in a 4-1 loss to Belgium, but players denied that the whirlwind surrounding Folarin Balogun's reversed suspension was not a distraction.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Who's to blame for USMNT's World Cup exit? Rating ...
This USMNT was supposed to be special, but terrible performances throughout the U.S. roster led to a bitter World Cup exit in the round of 16.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Belgium handed U.S. a World Cup reality check -- a...
The U.S.'s World Cup dream went up in smoke on Monday, comprehensively dismantled 4-1 by Belgium.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

USMNT bounced from World Cup after mistake-laden l...
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Jul 06, 2026

USMNT player ratings: Awful performances from Puli...
This USMNT was supposed to be special, but terrible performances throughout the U.S. roster led to a bitter World Cup exit in the round of 16.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

USMNT's World Cup dream crushed by Belgium
Even with Folarin Balogun back up front, the United States men's national team crashed out of the World Cup in the round of 16 once again.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Follow live: Belgium answer Tillman's free kick go...
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Jul 06, 2026

Centre Court embraces Arthur Fery as Britain's unl...
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Jul 06, 2026

'Sad' Ronaldo exits last WC with 'clear conscience...
An emotional Cristiano Ronaldo said he had a "clear conscience" as he exited his final World Cup as Portugal were eliminated 1-0 by Spain in the round of 16 in Arlington, Texas, on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Stevens cites 'challenging' path for Brown trade
Brad Stevens said Monday that the Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to keep the team competitive and add more optionality with draft assets.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Ronaldo's World Cup career ends with a whimper as ...
Spain's late winner knocked out Portugal and closed the book on Cristiano Ronaldo's time on the world's biggest stage.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Copy of World Cup updates: Merino delivers late winner as ...
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Jul 06, 2026

Ex-sportsbook trader charged in hoops fixing plot
A former DraftKings sportsbook employee faces felony charges related to a betting scheme involving a Fresno State basketball player who allegedly manipulated his performance in a 2025 game, according to law enforcement records.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Balogun named in starting XI for U.S. vs. Belgium
Mauricio Pochettino handed Folarin Balogun a spot in the starting lineup for the United States in its round-of-16 match with Belgium in the FIFA World Cup on Monday in Seattle.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Amid case, Arnold clears waivers, now a free agent...
Former Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, 23, facing legal issues in Florida after he was arrested on felony charges of armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa, cleared waivers Monday afternoon and has become a free agent after two seasons with Detroit.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Jokic opts to wait on Nuggets extension until '27
Nikola Jokic reaffirmed his desire to say with the Nuggets long term but said he's opting to wait until next summer to sign an extension.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Spain beat Portugal, reach 1st quarters since 2010...
Mikel Merino scored a late goal to send Spain past Portugal in the round of 16 on Monday and into a FIFA World Cup quarterfinal for the first time since they won it all in 2010.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Live updates: Merino finally breaks deadlock, puts...
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ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Superflex mock draft: Quarterbacks go early, often...
Six quarterbacks were drafted in the first round as superflex format creates scarcity at the position.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Wimbledon quarters: Has Coco Gauff finally solved ...
Coco Gauff will face Jessica Pegula in her first Wimbledon quarterfinal -- and it will be Gauff's biggest moment yet to break through on a grass court.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Bellingham, Yamal, Messi unveil updated Trionda fo...
In a move that is in no way tempting fate, Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham and Lamine Yamal have all posed with the new-look World Cup final match ball.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Ex-Bucknell coach charged in player hazing death
Former Bucknell strength and conditioning coach Mark Kulbis has been charged with felony aggravated hazing in the 2024 death of freshman football player Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr., who collapsed at a team workout.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Sources: DeRozan cut by Kings, hits free agency
Multiple contenders are expected to have interest in DeMar DeRozan after the Kings waived the six-time All-Star, making him a free agent.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Gone-is: Antetokounmpo posts goodbye to Bucks
The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade became official on Monday, ending his 13-year career with the Milwaukee Bucks as he heads to the Miami Heat.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Ex-UK player Kriisa indicted on $2.2M fraud scam
Former Kentucky basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been arrested and indicted on a $2.2 million fraud scheme, the Department of Justice announced on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

FIFA rejects Belgium request; Balogun can play
FIFA has ruled a request from the Belgium federation for an explanation of Folarin Balogun's suspended red card as "inadmissible," meaning they have no grounds to appeal the decision and the U.S. forward remains cleared to play against them Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Sleepers, busts and breakouts for 2026
Which players will surprise, disappoint or make a big jump this fantasy season? Our analysts give their picks.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Staying alive: How to be the last one standing in ...
Knockout leagues eliminate the manager in last place every week, their players up for grabs. Here's how to win.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tie the knot at Madi...
The pop superstar and Chiefs tight end said "I do" in front of a celebrity-filled guest list at Madison Square Garden on Friday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Baker Mayfield, Ed Sheeran and more celebrities br...
A-list celebrities arrived in style to the couple's Madison Square Garden wedding festivities.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Copy of England end Mexico's World Cup with best win on fo...
Outside of England, the Three Lions' World Cup history is mixed at best, but they defied the odds to grind out an emotional last-16 win over Mexico.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Windhorst: NBA execs on the Brown trade, big-money...
After the Jaylen Brown trade, hundreds of millions spent on centers and a shocking cap development, here's the latest NBA buzz as we enter Week 2 of free agency.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Trump: I asked Infantino to 'review' Balogun red
President Donald Trump said Monday he called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review the red card given to USMNT striker Folarin Balogun in the team's match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, calling it a "horrible" call.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

?? Why LeBron broke up with the Lakers first
It was a marriage of convenience -- the NBA's most famous team mired in dysfunction, matched with the world's best and most famous player. Their divorce is just as convenient.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Sources: Dubs' Post signing offer sheet with Grizz...
Restricted free agent Quinten Post is signing a three-year, $30 million contract offer sheet with the Grizzlies, league sources told ESPN's Shams Charania. The Warriors have until 11:59 p.m. ET on Tuesday to match or they will lose the third-year center.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Sources: Hachimura staying in LA with Clippers
Free agent forward Rui Hachimura has agreed to a two-year, $28 million deal with the LA Clippers, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Sources: CB Douglas to sign with Commanders
Free agent CB Rasul Douglas is planning to sign a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders worth up to $3.8 million, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Poirier: Personal struggles led to drinking, arres...
Former UFC star Dustin Poirier says his father's issues with alcoholism and his own ongoing struggles with retired life contributed to his arrest last month.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Why FIFA's Balogun reversal is an uncomfortable de...
For USMNT fans, seeing Folarin Balogun play against Belgium after FIFA rescinded his suspension will feel a bit odd -- a jumble of joy tinged with a heavy slice of unease.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Rodman puts Spirit on top, ahead of league-leading...
After a month off to observe the men's World Cup, the NWSL is back, and Trinity Rodman has the Washington Spirit on top of ESPN's Power Rankings.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

What's next for Brazil after another painful World...
Brazil had to wait 28 years to win their first World Cup. Sunday's elimination means they'll be waiting 28 years, at least, for their next one.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Sources: Kawhi hires new agent for next deal
Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors are expected to start contract extension talks this week in Toronto after his trade becomes official -- and the two-time Finals MVP will do so with new representation.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Belgium ask FIFA to explain Balogun reversal
The Belgian soccer federation wants an explanation from FIFA about a decision to let United States forward Folarin Balogun play at the World Cup despite getting a red card in his previous game.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Before Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, football met Hollywood in RussField
Decades before Taylor Swift met Travis Kelce, RussField was the first power couple.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

WSOP main event: Sunday entries nearly doubles fie...
Former UFC champ Sean O'Malley and 9 former main event winners were among the field of nearly 4,700 on Sunday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

MMA world power index: Yan, Machachev lead Russia ...
For the UFC's International Fight Week, ESPN ranks the 10 most dominant countries in MMA today.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Justice with an asterisk: Two things can be true a...
For USMNT fans, seeing Folarin Balogun play against Belgium after FIFA rescinded his suspension will feel a bit odd -- a jumble of joy tinged with a heavy slice of unease.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Angel Reese, Alyssa Thomas and 10 more predicted A...
Which reserves will join the 10 starters at the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago? Who might be injury replacements?

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Vote for the 2026 ESPYS Winners
Nominees include A'ja Wilson, Jalen Brunson, Shohei Ohtani and more. Vote and help choose which athletes win an ESPY.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

'They couldn't bring him back': NBA execs react to...
How execs view the 76ers' deal for Jaylen Brown, and why the star's value was lower than most thought.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

The NFL's best running backs? Execs, coaches and s...
Execs, coaches and scouts from around the league rank their top 10 running backs. Who is No. 1 on the list?

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Which NFL teams have the best -- and worst -- rost...
Here's how every roster stacks up ahead of the season, plus strengths, weaknesses, X factors and underrated players to know for all 32.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Inside the passive-aggressive, sterile dissolution of the LeBron-Lakers marriage
It was a marriage of convenience -- the NBA's most famous team mired in dysfunction, matched with the world's best and most famous player. Their divorce is just as convenient.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

2026 MLB draft guide: One big question and latest ...
Who will the White Sox take No. 1? Who is atop your team's board? Kiley McDaniel lays it all out as draft week arrives.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Updated ranking of MLB's top 100 trade deadline ca...
Skubal to the ...? A new star closer available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting, with a few new additions near the top.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Champions League 2026-27 kicks off with Imps, Sain...
The new Champions League campaign begins 38 days after last season's final. Plenty of unheralded clubs are involved, all with their own fascinating stories.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Jazz Chisholm Jr. may miss time for Yankees and ot...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

2026 MLB All-Star Game rosters: Snubs, other takea...
Many of baseball's biggest names are headed to Philly, but some deserving stars will be watching from home.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Wan-Bissaka as ...
Arsenal are considering 11 different potential players to sign at right back. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

Henderson suffers freak injury after England win
Jordan Henderson suffered a serious wrist injury after falling in the celebrations following England's win over Mexico on Sunday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

England end Mexico's World Cup with best win on fo...
Outside of England, the Three Lions' World Cup history is mixed at best, but they defied the odds to grind out an emotional last-16 win over Mexico.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

World Cup VAR review: Quansah's red, Kane's penalt...
Andy Davies breaks down all three major incidents from England's topsy-turvy 3-2 win over Mexico.

ESPN Sports
Jul 06, 2026

England survive to beat Mexico in Azteca thriller
England survived a raucous Azteca Stadium atmosphere and a red card early in the second half to prevail past co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in a thrilling World Cup round-of-16 clash in Mexico City on Sunday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 05, 2026

Follow live: Mexico convert on penalty kick to tri...
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Jul 05, 2026

Marlins pull Pérez after 7 perfect innings vs. A's...
Eury Pérez was pulled after pitching seven perfect innings Sunday, and the Marlins nearly blew an eight-run lead before holding on vs. the A's.

ESPN Sports
Jul 05, 2026

McIntosh breaks longstanding 200 fly world record
Summer McIntosh broke the longest-standing individual women's swimming world record Sunday night, finishing the 200-meter butterfly in 2 minutes 1.65 seconds at the Canadian trials.

ESPN Sports
Jul 05, 2026

Haaland: Brazil win 'greatest game' in our history...
Erling Haaland said his two-goal match-winning performance in Norway's 2-1 World Cup round-of-16 victory against Brazil capped an "insane" day in his country's history -- and its greatest game.

ESPN Sports
Jul 05, 2026

Tearful Neymar retires from Brazil after WC exit
An emotional Neymar said his career with Brazil had "finished" after his team's World Cup exit at the hands of Norway in the round of 16 on Sunday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 05, 2026

Dodgers C to debut despite tragedy in Venezuela
The stepmom and sister of Dodgers catcher Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. were found dead as a result of the earthquakes in Venezuela last week, according to reports.

ESPN Sports
Jul 05, 2026

World Cup recap: Norway beat Brazil; Mexico fans t...
Enjoy all the features, news, video analysis and color from around the World Cup as Brazil face Norway and England take on Mexico.

ESPN Sports
Jul 05, 2026

Haaland brings the thunder, strikes down Brazil as...
Brazil's World Cup hopes were dashed by Erling Haaland, whose stunning brace propelled Norway to the quarterfinals.

ESPN Sports
Jul 05, 2026

'A close fight now with Ferrari': Mercedes' reliab...
Nine races in, Mercedes' comfortable gap in the title race has dwindled. Can the team find a fix soon?

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