Steelers' Darnell Washington defeats T.J. Watt, three other defenders in backs-on-backers

The 2025 Tour de France Femmes is in full swing, with stage eight currently underway. This 111.9km route is set to challenge riders with a summit finish at the iconic Col de la Madeleine. Fans can follow live updates, catch up on stage seven’s results, and stay connected via Bluesky or email.

Day three of the fifth Test between England and India is underway at the Oval, with India at 82-2. Yashasvi Jaiswal is holding strong at 52 runs, while Deep is at 10. England's Josh Tongue is looking to build on his strong bowling performance from the previous evening.

The San Francisco 49ers have locked down star linebacker Fred Warner with a massive contract extension, making him the highest-paid player at his position. Meanwhile, the NFL free agency frenzy is in full swing, with big names signing deals and others still up for grabs.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has openly described the ongoing uncertainty around striker Alexander Isak as "far from ideal" after the club rejected a £110m bid from Liverpool. Howe admitted he’s unsure what happens next but hopes Isak stays, even as the player’s future remains unclear.

The popular basketball podcast "No Dunks" is splitting from The Athletic, with the hosts hinting at exciting future projects. While details are scarce, the move suggests the show is pursuing independence or a new partnership.

Editor’s Note: For fans of "No Dunks," this could mean fresh content or a new platform—but it also raises questions about why they left The Athletic. Podcast shake-ups like this often lead to bigger creative freedom (or bigger paychecks), so it’s worth watching where they land next.