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Latest reporting, briefings and public-interest updates from the sports desk.
American ultrarunner Megan Eckert began a 144-hour world-championship race in Hungary on September 3, 2026, aiming to improve her pending women’s world record and exceed the US men’s mark.
Monaco chief executive Thiago Scuro says Folarin Balogun withdrew from a proposed £40 million transfer to Everton after becoming unhappy with the handling of his medical assessment.
Liam Lawson will replace Isack Hadjar at Red Bull for the Italian Grand Prix as Hadjar continues to recover from a wrist injury.
Tiger Woods pleaded no contest to reckless driving in Florida and received a five-year driving suspension under an agreement that reduced an original DUI charge.
Manchester City completed the signing of Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández from Chelsea on a five-year contract in a £125 million deal that matches the British transfer record.
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment agreed to acquire a controlling interest in MLB’s Los Angeles Angels, in a transaction reported at $4 billion and still subject to league approval.
Maia Bouchier made 104 as England chased 282 to beat Ireland by six wickets in the first women’s ODI at Leicester on September 1.
Divine Mukasa scored twice as West Ham defeated Wolves 4-2 in the Championship on September 1, earning their first league win of the season.
