The UCLA Bruins are set to face the Duke Blue Devils in the Elite Eight. UCLA beat Louisiana State to reach the Final Four a year ago. UCLA’s Cori Close has spoken about the growing challenges of coaching in modern college athletics.
Jannik Sinner has reached the Miami Open final after defeating Alexander Zverev. Sinner won 6-3 7-6 (7-4) and will meet Jiri Lehecka on Sunday. Sinner is aiming to win a second Miami title in three years.
Colombia and France are set to meet in a friendly match in Maryland. France are looking for a CONMEBOL sweep after a win over Brazil. Colombia, led by James Rodriguez, are coming off a loss to Croatia.
Michigan will face Tennessee in the Elite Eight, with the winner set to play Arizona in the Final Four. Tennessee will need a strong performance from Ja’Kobi Gillespie. Michigan will look to slow down All-American Yaxel Lendeborg.
Colchester and Walsall played out a 1-1 draw that did little to enhance either team’s Sky Bet League Two play-off hopes. Walsall took a 64th-minute lead when Burke prodded home the loose ball. However, the visitors’ lead lasted only four minutes as Harry Anderson headed in Arthur Read’s corner to equalise.
Barcelona are one step closer to their eleventh Spanish Liga F title after their El Clásico victory over Real Madrid. The win extends Barcelona’s lead to 13 points with only six matches remaining. Real Madrid, however, will look to the spirit of Linda Caicedo to delay Barcelona’s title hopes.
Birmingham City Women defeated Bristol City Women 1-0 in their recent match. The game included multiple substitutions and attempts on goal. The match concluded after five minutes of added time.
The Royals’ season got underway with a game against the Braves. The Royals dropped Game 1 of the season, 6-0, to the Braves. The Royals haven’t won an Opening Day matchup since 2022 against Cleveland.
England play Japan in a friendly at Wembley as World Cup preparations continue. Several key players are set to return for England after being rested against Uruguay. The match will be broadcast on ITV1 in the UK.
Dollywood Parks & Resorts hosted its inaugural race weekend, featuring a unique blend of running and amusement park attractions. Run Dollywood included a kids fun run, 5K, 10K and half marathon, with the half marathon selling out quickly. Runners enjoyed cinnamon bread stops and roller coaster rides along the course.