Manchester United are reportedly looking to consolidate power by securing contract extensions for Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo. The move comes after improvements witnessed under Michael Carrick. Both players are reportedly close to penning new deals at Old Trafford.
Carlos Alcaraz is facing a dilemma as he begins his European clay court season. He must decide whether to compete in four consecutive tournaments or conserve himself for Roland Garros. His coach admitted that the ideal plan would have been to skip Monte Carlo had things gone better in Miami.
Bryson DeChambeau arrives as the form player trying to deny Rory McIlroy a successful title defence at The Masters. DeChambeau has won his last two LIV Golf League starts and is among the favourites to challenge for a third major title this week, 12 months on from losing a final-round duel with McIlroy at Augusta National. Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley believes their rivalry was a positive factor in closing out Grand Slam success.
Justin Rose is determined to put last year’s dramatic playoff defeat behind him and prove he still has the quality to win at Augusta. Rose has finished second at the Masters on three occasions. He says he has always tried to keep his thoughts on all this squared away.
The Michigan Wolverines celebrated their 2026 men’s college basketball national championship, as the opening notes of ‘One Shining Moment’ played. The team watched highlights of their title run set to the song. David Barrett, a Michigan native, wrote the song.
Kentucky guard Denzel Aberdeen has entered the NCAA transfer portal. Aberdeen spent one season in Lexington after winning a national championship with the Florida Gators. He has also played four seasons of college basketball, meaning eligibility questions will arise.
The Toronto Blue Jays are set to host the Los Angeles Dodgers in a rematch of last year’s World Series. The series marks the first time the two teams have met since that game. Players anticipate an intense atmosphere at Rogers Centre.
The Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Angels are set to begin a three-game series. Chris Sale and Jose Soriano are scheduled to start the opening game. The Braves’ power hitting is a key factor, while both teams have demonstrated strong pitching performances recently.
Nikola Jokic scored 40 points, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 136-134 overtime victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Victor Wembanyama led San Antonio with 34 points and 18 rebounds. Nuggets coach David Adelman said he would pay to watch these two teams play.
The Denver Nuggets are set to face the Portland Trail Blazers, with the Nuggets holding a strong position in the Western Conference. The Trail Blazers are dealing with significant injuries to key players. Denver has won four of the last five head-to-head matchups.
