The Randox Grand National festival opens at Aintree racecourse on Thursday. More than 150,000 racegoers are expected at the three-day event on Merseyside. Aintree racecourse has hosted the festival since 1839.
Delicious Orie says his fear of depression was a key factor in his decision to retire from boxing. Orie felt unfulfilled by the money he earned after turning professional. He stated that he feared becoming a ‘miserable world champion’.
Jurgen Klopp’s recent return to Anfield as an honorary ambassador has coincided with growing pressure on Liverpool manager Arne Slot. Klopp acknowledged the timing of his return was awkward. The sight of Klopp back on the touchline as Slot faces a defining period certainly didn’t make Slot’s life any easier.
Mohammad Nawaz led the Multan Sultans’ bowling charge with figures of three for 30 from four overs. Multan chased down the 167-run target with four wickets in hand and 15 balls to spare. The six-wicket victory marked the Sultans’ third win in four matches.
Aston Villa are reportedly considering selling Ollie Watkins during the summer transfer window. The club may see this as an opportunity to sign an upgrade and ease financial constraints. Watkins has scored 10 goals and provided two assists in 40 appearances this season.
Gabriel Martinelli was shown a yellow card for shoving the referee during Arsenal’s Emirates FA Cup loss at Southampton. The incident was described as bizarre. Every quarter-final from the women’s and men’s FA Cup will be live on TNT Sports and HBO Max.
Rory McIlroy secured his first Masters victory, completing a career Grand Slam after defeating Justin Rose in a playoff. McIlroy says he is looking forward to enjoying the perks of being a Masters champion. A look ahead to the 2026 Masters considers the chances of McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm.
Chivas and Pumas played to a 2-2 draw in a Clausura 2026 Liga MX match. Armando González scored for Pumas. The match included a penalty for Chivas after a foul determined by VAR.
Fantasy managers and bettors face a complex landscape in the NBA as teams adjust their lineups. Injury reports are extensive, and availability is key. Value can be found in players inheriting minutes on tanking rosters.
Kristaps Porziņģis is keeping an open mind about his future as he enters the final weeks of his stint with the Golden State Warriors. The 30-year-old big man is playing well and appears to be healthy. He is looking forward to sharing the floor with Stephen Curry.
