THE STORIES
BEHIND THE REELS
Natalia Silva and Wang Cong Weigh In for Vacant UFC Flyweight Title at UFC 332
An undefeated UFC run meets a four-fight win streak as the promotion crowns only its fourth-ever women's flyweight champion this weekend in Salt Lake City.
India to Open 2027 World Cup Campaign Against Australia in Cape Town
The ICC has revealed the fixture list for next year's 51-day ODI World Cup across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, with India facing Pakistan in Johannesburg just three days after their opener.
Palestinian Flag Protests Halt Ireland's 2-2 Draw With Austria Twice
Troy Parrott scored twice for Ireland in a match repeatedly interrupted by demonstrations tied to calls for the team to boycott its upcoming fixture against Israel.
Khachanov Beats Auger-Aliassime Again to Open China Open, as Djokovic Chases Sixth Beijing Title
Fresh off a US Open semifinal run, Karen Khachanov continued his recent mastery of Felix Auger-Aliassime, while Novak Djokovic's perfect record at the tournament faced its next test on the same day.
Fernando Alonso Commits Long-Term to Aston Martin, Ending Speculation Over His F1 Future
After recently floating a possible move to endurance racing, the two-time world champion has signed on with teammate Lance Stroll to continue with Aston Martin as the team builds toward 2027.
MotoGP Locks In Long-Term Futures for Mugello and Portimao
Italy's spiritual home of MotoGP is secured through 2031, while Portugal's Algarve circuit stays on the calendar through 2029, both venues coming off record-breaking crowds in 2026.
Jose Aldo Backs Former Rival Conor McGregor to Reclaim UFC Gold
The man McGregor knocked out in 13 seconds a decade ago says he hopes his old rival can recover from a serious knee injury and return to a lightweight division he calls "a bit of a mess."
Rain Washes Out Asian Games Cricket Quarterfinals, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh Advance
Wet weather forced organizers to award both quarterfinal matches to the higher-ranked teams without a ball bowled, setting up semifinals against India and Pakistan on a hastily dried field in Nagoya.
US Captain Tim Ream Retires From International Football After 86 Caps
The Charlotte FC defender, who captained the United States at the 2026 World Cup on home soil, stepped away from the national team after 16 years and two Nations League titles.
US Forces Complete Withdrawal From Iraq After Two Decades
American troops left their last remaining bases in Iraq on Wednesday, ending a military presence that began with the 2003 invasion, as analysts warn the pullout could open room for Iranian-backed militias and Islamic State remnants.
Zverev Clinches Record Sixth Laver Cup for Team Europe With Win Over Learner Tien
A 7-6(3), 6-3 win at London's O2 Arena secured a 13-5 victory over Team World and made it four times Zverev has personally sealed the Cup for Europe.
Norris Calls for Colapinto Ban After Baku Crash, but Russell and Verstappen Disagree
Lando Norris says Franco Colapinto should face a race ban after a restart crash ended his Azerbaijan Grand Prix, but the race's top two finishers think that goes too far.