Alexander Zverev reaches US Open semifinals, breaks Boris Becker's German win record
Alexander Zverev defeated Botic van de Zandschulp in straight sets to reach the US Open semifinals in New York, recording his 23rd Grand Slam victory of 2026 and setting up a meeting with Karen Khachanov.
Seattle Seahawks defeat New England Patriots 13-10 after Drake Maye throws three fourth-quarter interceptions
Drew Lock stepped in for the injured Sam Darnold to direct two scoring drives, while Seattle's defense forced three late turnovers to close out Wednesday's NFL season opener at Lumen Field.
Liverpool beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 as Bradley Barcola suffers cramp on full debut
Liverpool recovered from a goal down to defeat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in their Champions League opener at Anfield, with head coach Andoni Iraola confirming Bradley Barcola suffered only cramps after limping off.
Demirovic scores twelve-minute hat-trick as Stuttgart beat Viking Stavanger 3-1
Ermedin Demirovic scored three first-half goals in twelve minutes as VfB Stuttgart defeated Viking Stavanger 3-1 on the club's 133rd anniversary.
Polish Olympic Committee faces leadership crisis and debt after president's arrest
Polish Olympic Committee officials prepare to vote on removing detained president Radosław Piesiewicz as audits reveal mounting debts and car lease liabilities.
Matthew Brennan wins stage 17 in Seville for fifth Vuelta victory
Matthew Brennan took his fifth stage win of the 2026 Vuelta a Espana in Seville, while Enric Mas retained a 2:06 general classification lead ahead of stage 18.
Poland opens European Volleyball Championship title defence against Portugal in Sofia
Defending champions Poland will launch their 2026 European Volleyball Championship campaign against Portugal on 10 September in Sofia, pursuing back-to-back continental titles and early qualification for the 2028 Olympic Games.
Paris Saint-Germain defeats Slovan Bratislava 6-1 in Champions League opener
Ferran Torres scored a hat-trick and Ousmane Dembélé added two goals as defending champions Paris Saint-Germain ended a four-match winless start to the season with a 6-1 victory at the Parc des Princes.
Liverpool defeat Atlético Madrid 2-1 at Anfield in Champions League opener
Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister scored to overturn Marcos Llorente's early opener at Anfield, giving Andoni Iraola's side three points in their European opener.
Robert Lewandowski scores early as over 60,000 fans watch Chicago Fire face Lionel Messi's Inter Miami
Robert Lewandowski scored in the tenth minute at a sold-out Soldier Field as Chicago Fire hosted Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in their first Major League Soccer clash.
Alexander Blockx retires against Karen Khachanov in US Open quarter-finals
Belgian number one Alexander Blockx retired from his US Open quarter-final against Karen Khachanov on Wednesday due to back and rib injuries, ending his run after trailing 6-2, 7-5, 3-2.
Italy opens Men's Eurovolley 2026 against Sweden in outdoor Naples arena
The Italian men's national volleyball team begins its European Championship campaign on Thursday evening at Piazza del Plebiscito in Naples against Sweden, with President Sergio Mattarella attending.
Madrid prepares for Formula 1 return at Madring circuit amid hotel price spikes and budget scrutiny
The 5.4-kilometre Madring circuit will host the Spanish Grand Prix from 11 to 13 September, marking Formula 1's return to Madrid after 45 years with 345,000 attendees expected.
Mary McAleese resigns as Gaelic games integration chair after GAA rejects 2027 deadline
Former Irish president Mary McAleese resigned as chair of the Steering Group on Integration after the GAA stated that the planned 2027 amalgamation deadline cannot be met.
Ferran Torres scores hat-trick as PSG defeat Slovan Bratislava 6-1 in Champions League
Ferran Torres scored a hat-trick and Ousmane Dembélé netted twice as Paris Saint-Germain began their European title defense with a 6-1 home victory over Slovan Bratislava.
Elena Rybakina beats Zheng Qinwen to reach US Open semifinals and secure WTA world number one
Elena Rybakina defeated Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 on Wednesday to reach her first US Open semifinal and guarantee her ascent to the top of the WTA rankings.
UEFA confirms two guaranteed European league phase spots for Polish clubs in 2027/28
Poland secured 12th place in UEFA's five-year coefficient ranking with 46.750 points, guaranteeing two domestic clubs a place in European league phases starting in 2027/28.
Elena Rybakina secures world number one ranking as top four seeds reach US Open semi-finals
Elena Rybakina defeated Zheng Qinwen to guarantee the top ranking for Kazakhstan, joining Aryna Sabalenka, Jessica Pegula, and Coco Gauff in the US Open semi-finals.
Liverpool beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 as Alexis Mac Allister scores winner at Anfield
Alexis Mac Allister struck from distance to complete a 2-1 comeback win for Liverpool against Atletico Madrid in Andoni Iraola's European debut at Anfield.
LIV Golf files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after losing $5 billion in Saudi backing
LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in New Jersey on 8 September 2026, listing up to $1 billion in liabilities and $45 million in player debts after Saudi Arabia withdrew funding.
FC Basel dismisses head coach Stephan Lichtsteiner after 226 days in charge
The Swiss Super League club sacked the 42-year-old former national team captain on Wednesday following consecutive home defeats and an unauthorized address to players.
Winsley Boteli commits to Switzerland after scoring 12 goals in 12 games for Sion
FC Sion striker Winsley Boteli turned down an approach from DR Congo to represent Switzerland ahead of Murat Yakin's Nations League squad announcement on 17 September.
Rodri apologises to Valencia after bench remarks air on Spanish television
Barcelona midfielder Rodri Hernández issued a public apology to Valencia players and supporters after television cameras captured him calling the team weak during a 5-0 victory at Mestalla.
Barcelona defeat Feyenoord 5-1 with Raphinha brace in Champions League opener
Raphinha scored twice while Karim Adeyemi, Gabriel Jesús, and Lamine Yamal added goals at Spotify Camp Nou as Hansi Flick's side opened their European campaign with a victory.
Robin Räikkönen, 11-year-old son of Kimi, joins Red Bull junior driver programme
Red Bull has signed 11-year-old karting driver Robin Räikkönen to its development programme starting in 2027, placing the son of 2007 world champion Kimi Räikkönen on a pathway toward Formula One.
Lionel Messi reaches preliminary deal to acquire Spanish club CD Eldense
Argentine forward Lionel Messi has agreed in principle to acquire 100% of Spanish second-tier club CD Eldense from Colombian investment group TH Soluciones, pending regulatory approval.
Benfica beats Moreirense 4-0 to claim sixth straight win across competitions
Benfica secured a 4-0 victory over Moreirense in a rescheduled match at the Estádio Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas, moving to 13 points in second place in the Primeira Liga.
Barry Melrose, former NHL coach and longtime ESPN hockey analyst, dies at 70
Longtime ESPN hockey analyst and former Los Angeles Kings head coach Barry Melrose has died at age 70 following a 2023 Parkinson's disease diagnosis.
Ben Shelton defeats Carlos Alcaraz in five sets in latest US Open finish
Ben Shelton eliminated defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 6-7, 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 in a five-set quarter-final that ended at 3:33 AM in New York.
Marc Overmars steps down as Royal Antwerp sporting director over heart condition
The 53-year-old former Dutch international has resigned as Royal Antwerp sporting director after doctors warned of severe health risks from ongoing cardiovascular strain and fatigue.