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Sports news — August 1, 2026 - Page 2

Sports publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 29.

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  1. SportsTennis

    Browns Owner Jimmy Haslam 'Takes the Over' on Team's Win Total

    Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam expressed confidence in his team's prospects for the upcoming season, stating that he would 'take the over' on the 5.5-game win projection. Haslam's comments, made during a press conference following a training camp practice, sparked a lively discussion on social media. Despite the team's uncertainty at the quarterback position, Haslam believes the Browns' roster, bolstered by young talent and veteran leadership, has the potential to exceed expectations.
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  4. SportsHockey

    Bucs' Todd Bowles Unreactive to Baker Mayfield's Contract Comments

    Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles remained composed when asked about quarterback Baker Mayfield's recent comments regarding his contract. Bowles stated, 'I didn't have a reaction. He said it, we're all about ball today, and we moved on.' Despite Mayfield's desire for a suitable contract, Bowles focuses on the upcoming season, with both players' futures tied to their 2026 performance.
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  12. SportsCricketBoxing

    Arsenal vs Girona: Pre-season Friendly

    Arsenal face Girona in a pre-season friendly on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at Estadi Montilivi. The Gunners, fresh off their Premier League title win, will use this match to prepare for the upcoming season under manager Mikel Arteta. Girona, recently relegated from La Liga, will also use this opportunity to assess their squad ahead of their Segunda División campaign. The match kicks off at 7pm BST and can be watched on Arsenal.com with a pre-season pass purchase.
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  13. SportsTennis

    Chicago Bears Training Camp Updates

    Chicago Bears held their second and third training camp practices. On Day 2, quarterback Caleb Williams and wide receiver Kalif Raymond shone, with Williams completing over 70% of his passes and connecting with Raymond for a 54-yard touchdown. Day 3 saw Williams leading the offense, while position battles continued at nickel cornerback, left tackle, and long snapper. Day 4 was dominated by the defense, with safety Coby Bryant intercepting Williams and the offense struggling in rainy conditions. Left tackle rotation continued, with Jedrick Wills Jr. working with the first team. Jaylon Jones took reps at nickel with the starters. Rookies Zavion Thomas and Jordan van den Berg had standout days. Running back Kyle Monangai missed his third straight practice.
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  16. SportsBasketballCricket

    Manchester United Beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in Pre-Season Friendly

    Manchester United came from behind to defeat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in a pre-season friendly in Stockholm. Bryan Mbeumo scored twice in the second half, including a penalty, to secure the win for United. The game was part of United's Scandinavian tour, with the team previously losing to REXAM and beating Rosenborg. Mbeumo's performance was praised, with some suggesting it could hint at his involvement in the upcoming Premier League season.
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  17. SportsBaseball

    Women's Pro Baseball League Begins Inaugural Season

    The Women's Professional Baseball League (WPBL) debuts with a 30-game season across Boston, New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, all played at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois. The league aims for longevity and hopes to become the 'MLB of women’s baseball'. It marks another significant moment in the history of women's professional baseball in the U.S., following the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL) which ran from 1943-54. The WPBL was co-founded by Justine Siegal, who became the first woman to coach for an MLB team in 2015. The inaugural game is scheduled for Saturday, August 1, featuring Denae Benites and the New York Heights against Mo’ne Davis and the Los Angeles Queens.
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  19. SportsTennisCollege

    NCAA Hit by Major Eligibility Ruling: Class of 2022 Athletes Get Fifth Season

    A federal court ruling has granted a fifth season of eligibility to all college athletes who graduated high school in 2022 and exhausted their four years of eligibility this spring. The ruling, issued by Judge Charlotte Sweeney in Colorado, undercuts the NCAA's new 'five-for-five' rule and has potential to reshape college sports rosters across the country. The NCAA is expected to appeal the decision.
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    WSG Tirol Holds SK Sturm Graz to a Draw in Bundesliga Season Opener

    In the Austria Bundesliga season kickoff, WSG Tirol hosted SK Sturm Graz. Despite being unbeaten in 17 games, Sturm Graz could only manage a 1-1 draw against WSG Tirol. Szymon Wlodarczyk put Sturm Graz ahead in the 29th minute, but Michael Olakigbe equalized for WSG Tirol in the 42nd minute. The match was a tight affair with few chances, and despite Sturm Graz's pressure in the second half, they couldn't find a winner. This draw means Sturm Graz has gone 17 games without defeat but has yet to win any of their first four competitive games this season.
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