Latest published reports in strict reverse chronological order.
The Timberwolves returned to the court against the Warriors after a postponement tied to a fatal shooting that triggered protests and intensified scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement. Coaches and players described a heavy, distracted atmosphere inside the arena.
With winter weather creating major travel complications, the NBA moved the Indiana Pacers–Atlanta Hawks game to an earlier afternoon start, prompting last-minute changes for fans and broadcasters.
New England advanced to its 12th Super Bowl after a 10-7 win over Denver in snowy conditions. Drake Maye scored the Patriots’ lone touchdown and the defense forced key turnovers, including a late interception, to seal the AFC Championship.
Sam Darnold threw three touchdowns and Seattle’s defense made a late fourth-down stop to secure a 31-27 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship, sending the Seahawks to the Super Bowl for the first time in 11 years.
Ben Shelton recovered from a slow start to beat Casper Ruud and book a quarterfinal meeting with Jannik Sinner, while Iga Swiatek dispatched Australian qualifier Maddison Inglis. With the tournament moving into the business end, top seeds continued to advance and the quarterfinal picture sharpened.
New England and Seattle will meet in Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8 in Santa Clara, reigniting a championship matchup last seen a decade earlier as both franchises chase another title under new-era quarterbacks and coaching staffs.
Day 9 of the Australian Open on January 26, 2026, delivered decisive results as seeds tightened their grip on the tournament. Ben Shelton rallied after dropping the first set to defeat Casper Ruud and move into the quarterfinals, while Iga Swiatek eased past Maddison Inglis to set up a marquee matchup in the next round.
Sam Darnold led the Seahawks past the Rams 31-27 in the NFC championship, throwing for 346 yards and three touchdowns. Seattle advances to face New England in Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on February 8.
New England advanced to Super Bowl 60 by leaning on defense, turnover swings, and quarterback Drake Maye’s rushing in difficult weather. The Patriots will face the Seattle Seahawks on February 8 in Santa Clara, the franchise’s first Super Bowl trip since 2019.
The U.S. women’s national team began its 2026 slate with a 6-0 win in Carson, California, featuring goals from newcomers and a standout return from Trinity Rodman, as the team builds toward major tournaments.
The U.S. women began the year with a lopsided win over Paraguay, featuring goals from newcomers and a strong return from Trinity Rodman. The match also included tributes to Christen Press ahead of the team’s next fixtures.
Manchester City’s women maintained their commanding lead at the top of the Women’s Super League with a late 2–1 win at London City, while Manchester United struck four at Aston Villa in a statement result. Elsewhere, Liverpool finally earned their first league win of the season with stoppage-time goals, and West Ham boosted survival hopes with a crucial away victory.