BBC Sport

Rockets march on after easy win against Phoenix

Trent Rockets' continued their excellent form as they comfortably beat Birmingham Phoenix by seven wickets to move four points clear at the top of the men's Hundred table, with two matches to go in the league phase.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

Vitale: Tests 'very good' after 5th cancer diagnosis

Longtime college basketball announcer Dick Vitale said he is making positive strides after announcing in April that he had been diagnosed with cancer for the fifth time.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

BBC Sport

Real Madrid agree £120m Diomande deal - Thursday gossip

Real Madrid reach £120m agreement for Yan Diomande, Liverpool explore move for Ibrahim Mbaye and Aston Villa reach agreement to sign Matteo Ruggeri.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

Bianca Belair, Montez Ford welcome first child together

The WWE superstar couple have been together since 2016 and were married in 2018.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

Will Stefon Diggs be a fit in Washington? Answering 5 key questions about the signing

The Commanders have signed Stefon Diggs to a one-year contract worth up to $12 million. Here's what it means for him and the team.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

BBC Sport

How Buttler became T20 cricket's run-scoring GOAT

BBC Sport explores how Jos Buttler became the highest run-getter in men's T20 cricket.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

Sources: WR Diggs set to sign with Commanders

Free agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs is set to sign with the Commanders, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

Jeudy clarifies viral video, says he talked to QBs

Jerry Jeudy said the gesture he made in a viral video was in reference to his daughter, not the Browns' QB competition.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

Who could challenge Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency?

Rivals are reportedly circling in a bid to unseat Gianni Infantino as FIFA president following his disastrous plan to bring private equity into the World Cup. Who are they and what makes them viable candidates to run against him?

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

Cunningham wants to 'get back to basketball'

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham said on Wednesday that she wants the focus to return to basketball after her comments on transgender athletes sparked heated national debate, three rallies and social media reaction all the way to the White House.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

Cunningham wants to 'get back to basketball'

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham said Wednesday that she wants the focus to return to basketball after her comments on transgender athletes sparked heated national debate, three rallies and social media reaction all the way to the White House.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

'Boy ... naw': LeBron James shoots down Jaylen Brown's title idea if 76ers win

The Philadelphia 76ers swingman had an extreme idea if the newly renovated team won a championship.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

BBC Sport

Newcastle appoint Jaissle - what should fans expect?

Newcastle United appoint Matthias Jaissle, 38, as head coach to succeed Eddie Howe - but what will the German bring to the club?

sports  Aug 5, 2026

BBC Sport

Wrexham sign Preston captain Whiteman

Wrexham complete the signing of Preston North End captain Ben Whiteman on a three-year deal.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

BBC Sport

Vollering wins stage five as Reusser retains yellow

Demi Vollering wins stage five of the Tour de France Femmes following a sprint victory over yellow jersey holder Marlen Reusser.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

BBC Sport

Surrey beat Kent to go level with Foxes at the top

Surrey maintain their push for a home semi-final in the One-Day Cup with a 95-run win over Kent.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

BBC Sport

Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr improved contract offer

Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr an improved contract offer as they look to keep the Brazil winger at the Bernabeu.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

BBC Sport

LIV Golf secures unnamed lead investor for 2027

After the withdrawal of Saudi Arabian financial backing earlier this year, LIV Golf says it has secured a deal with an unnamed lead investor to continue next season.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

ESPN

Preakness moves back, set for first Sunday run

The Preakness Stakes is moving to three weeks and a day after the Kentucky Derby and is set to be run on a Sunday for the first time.

sports  Aug 5, 2026

BBC Sport

Ryder Cup stars join Irish Open field

Robert MacIntyre, Patrick Reed, Francesco Molinari and Sepp Straka will play the Irish Open at the Trump International Golf Links & Hotel in Doonbeg, County Clare from 9-13 September.

sports  Aug 5, 2026