Vitória has progressed to the round of 16 in the Copa do Brasil, earning a substantial financial reward after their victory over Flamengo. Vitória had already received R$2 million for participating in the competition’s fifth phase. Now, the club will pocket an additional R$3 million for securing their spot in the next round.
Jin Young Ko secured her ninth LPGA title at the Mizuho Americas Open. Her victory earned her $487,500, making her the fastest player to surpass $18 million in career earnings. The tournament featured a purse of $3.25 million, with players also receiving complimentary rooms and transportation.
The 2026 NFL season will kick off with a Super Bowl rematch between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. The season will kick off on 9 September. The league has arranged a record nine international games.
The Vegas Golden Knights have the opportunity to secure a Western Conference Final spot against the Anaheim Ducks. Anaheim seeks an offensive spark to extend the series. Brayden McNabb will miss the game due to suspension.
Mitch Marner is off to a blistering start in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with the Vegas Golden Knights, leading the NHL in points. His performance has already surpassed his previous best playoff point total. Key metrics are fueling his NHL-best point total.
The WNBA and NBA Board of Governors have unanimously approved the sale and relocation of the Connecticut Sun. The team will relocate to Houston beginning with the 2027 season. Mohegan Sun Arena will remain the home of the Sun for the 2026 WNBA season.
The Atlanta Braves have already clinched the series win against the Cubs in their second-consecutive high-profile series. Now they’re going for the really loud statement of pulling off a sweep against the Cubs. This should be another closely-fought contest between the two.
The Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens are level at two wins apiece in their second-round playoff series. The Sabres secured a 3-2 road win in Game 4, overcoming penalties and blocking a high number of shots. Game 5 sees the Sabres return home to KeyBank Center.
Jin Young Ko secured her ninth LPGA title at the Mizuho Americas Open. Her $487,500 first-place prize makes her the fastest player to cross $18 million in career earnings. Ko birdied the last hole at Mountain Ridge Country Club to win the Mizuho by four strokes over Ruoning Yin.
Minnesota Lynx’s Olivia Miles is making an impact early in her WNBA career, leading to questions about whether the Dallas Wings made the right choice in drafting Azzi Fudd ahead of her. Miles’ performance, including a standout game with 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists, has sparked debate. It’s early days, but the comparison between the two rookies will continue.