Jack Norris 
Belmont Park is scheduled to reopen on Sept. 18, 2026, after undergoing a $575 million renovation project. The reopening will mark the return of live thoroughbred racing to the reconstructed Belmont Park. The fall meet at Belmont Park is scheduled to run through Dec. 6.
Cody Brundage secured a second-round stoppage win over Andre Petroski at UFC Fight Night. Alice Ardelean extended her winning streak to three with a submission victory over Polyana Viana. Luis Gurule earned his first UFC win, defeating Daniel Barez.
Cody Brundage will have his back against the wall as he hopes to avoid another decision at the hands of the judges. He has lost three-straight fights. Brundage is 5-8-1-1 inside the UFC since 2021.
Mallory Swanson, of the Chicago Stars and U.S. women’s national team, has been activated from maternity leave. She was available off the bench for Saturday’s road game against the North Carolina Courage. Swanson hasn’t played in 18 months.
Luxembourg is preparing to host the ING Night Marathon, an event expected to draw 18,000 participants through Luxembourg-ville. The race will impact traffic, public transport, and parking in the city. Spectators are reminded to be vigilant.
Alex Smalley is contending at the PGA Championship after shooting a 69. Smalley is tied for the lead at 4 under par. His mother tracks his statistics and videos his shots.
Vince McMahon reportedly pitched an idea to insert himself into the WrestleMania 37 main event between Sasha Banks and Bianca Belair. The plan involved an intergender triple threat match. According to reports, Banks and Belair were not happy with the suggestion.
Shauna Bannon will face Nicolle Caliari in a strawweight division match at UFC Vegas 117. Bannon is aiming to get back on track after a loss to Sam Hughes in September 2025. Caliari is looking to end her two-fight losing streak.
Internacional will be without Paulo Henrique for their match against Vasco due to a right ankle sprain. He wanted to play but will not travel with the team. Marino is gaining confidence in Renato Gaúcho’s Vasco in the Copa do Brasil.
Shakira, Madonna and BTS are set to headline the first-ever World Cup final half-time show. The show, curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, will take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The half-time extravaganza will support Fifa’s Global Citizen Education Fund.