Sports news — August 14, 2026

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1. SportsNorth AmericaHockey

   Aug 14, 2026, 23:43 UTC

   Alabama Running Back AK Dear to Miss Six Weeks with Ankle Injury

   Alabama running back AK Dear suffered an ankle injury during the first fall scrimmage, expected to miss about six weeks. Dear had been pushing for a larger role in the running back rotation. The Crimson Tide will now rely on freshmen Trae’shawn Brown and EJ Crowell, along with junior Daniel Hill.

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2. SportsTennis

   Aug 14, 2026, 22:44 UTC

   Dak Prescott's Confidence in Cowboys Offense

   Dak Prescott attributes his confidence in the Cowboys offense to his 10+ years of experience. He feels more comfortable running the offense now than ever before, despite the team's Super Bowl expectations.

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3. SportsCricket

   Aug 14, 2026, 22:43 UTC

   Rangers Crash Out of Europa League Under Derek McInnes

   Rangers have crashed out of the Europa League after a 1-1 draw with Jagiellonia Bialystok, losing 3-2 on aggregate. The defeat piles pressure on manager Derek McInnes, who has now gone four games without a win since taking over. The Scottish giants will now have to navigate the Europa Conference League playoffs to secure any European football for next season.

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4. SportsDefenseMaritime

   Aug 14, 2026, 22:24 UTC

   Vessel Attacked in Strait of Hormuz

   A vessel was attacked while passing through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, suffering minor damage but with no injuries reported to the crew. The British Maritime Trade Operations Authority confirmed the incident and stated that there was no environmental impact.

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5. SportsHockey

   Aug 14, 2026, 22:02 UTC

   Football Transfer Rumors and Deals

   The football season has started, but clubs can still buy or rent players until early September. Here are the latest rumors and deals: NEC strengthens with a defender from FC Porto, PSV is hunting for a Norwegian top talent, and there are inquiries about Flamingo from Benfica.

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6. SportsSoccerAmerican FootballBaseball

   Aug 14, 2026, 20:57 UTC

   Man Utd £42.7m Boost as Liverpool Pull Out of Race for Ibrahim Mbaye

   Manchester United have been handed a transfer boost with Liverpool reportedly pulling out of the race for Paris Saint-Germain winger Ibrahim Mbaye. The Red Devils have made enquiries about the teenager, who scored on his World Cup debut. United face competition for the £42.7m-rated winger.

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7. SportsHockey

   Aug 14, 2026, 20:56 UTC

   Columbus Crew Signs Josef Martinez

   Columbus Crew has signed striker Josef Martinez on a free transfer after losing key players in the transfer window. Martinez has signed a deal through to the end of the 2026 campaign, with a club option to extend for the 2027 MLS Sprint Season. The 33-year-old brings a wealth of experience, having scored 130 MLS goals in 214 appearances across spells with Atlanta United, Inter Miami, CF Montreal and the San Jose Earthquakes. He has scored the sixth-most goals in MLS history, while his seven hat-tricks in the competition are the most by any player.

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8. SportsPublic HealthHealthcareClimate

   Aug 14, 2026, 20:34 UTC

   Stair Climbing Reduces Cardiovascular Death Risk by 39%

   A large-scale analysis shows that regularly using stairs can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease-related death by 39% and all-cause mortality by 24%. Frequent stair users also have a lower risk of developing major cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack, stroke, and heart failure. The study, published in the American Journal of Cardiovascular Drugs, reviewed over 1900 existing studies and included data from over 480,000 people. The median follow-up period was 14 years.

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9. SportsIsraelHockey

   Aug 14, 2026, 19:07 UTC

   Jeff Bezos Buys Minority Stake in Liverpool FC

   Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has become a co-owner of Liverpool FC after a consortium led by him bought a minority stake in the Premier League club. The deal values Liverpool at over £5 billion, with Bezos' group acquiring around a third of the club. The investment is Bezos' first foray into European football. Liverpool's owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), will retain majority control and operational management of the club.

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10. SportsEuropeHockeyMotorsports

    Aug 14, 2026, 19:05 UTC

    Russian Swimmers Win Gold and Silver in Relay at European Championships

    Russian swimmers won gold in the mixed 4x100m freestyle relay at the European Championships in Paris, with Egor Kornev, Ivan Girev, Daria Klepikova, and Kira Manokhina setting a new competition record. They also won silver in the men's 4x100m freestyle relay, with Ivan Girev, Vasily Kukushkin, Alexander Shchegolev, and Egor Kornev narrowly losing to the Hungarians.

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11. SportsCricket

    Aug 14, 2026, 17:58 UTC

    Sarah Sjöström Advances to Semifinals in 50m Freestyle

    Sarah Sjöström has qualified for the semifinals in the 50m freestyle event. After her heat, Sjöström expressed that she felt good about her performance and was more comfortable in the trial. She is now ready for the final.

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12. SportsTennis

    Aug 14, 2026, 17:57 UTC

    Trinity Rodman Supports Ben Shelton at Canadian Open

    Trinity Rodman, girlfriend of tennis player Ben Shelton, has been actively supporting him during the 2026 Canadian Open. She reacted to his quarterfinal win with a one-word response and celebrated his title defense enthusiastically. Rodman also shared her thoughts on the challenges of being in a public relationship, similar to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

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13. SportsHockey

    Aug 14, 2026, 17:37 UTC

    Cycling World Mourns: Finlay Tarling Dies During Tour of Portugal

    Finlay Tarling, a 19-year-old British cyclist from the NSN Development Team, died during the eighth stage of the Tour of Portugal. The tragedy occurred on Friday when Tarling was hit by a car driving the wrong way in Ponte de Lima. The cycling world and Portuguese officials, including President António José Seguro, have expressed their condolences.

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14. SportsBasketballWinter SportsMotorsports

    Aug 14, 2026, 17:09 UTC

    Roos Vanotterdijk Wins European 100m Butterfly Title

    Roos Vanotterdijk successfully defended her European Championship title in the 100m butterfly, setting a new championship record in the semi-finals with a time of 55.89 seconds. The Belgian swimmer went on to win gold in the final with a time of 56.08 seconds, following her silver medal in the 50m butterfly earlier in the week.

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15. SportsMiddle EastUnited KingdomSemiconductors

    Aug 14, 2026, 17:09 UTC

    Milan Ready to Sell Rafael Leao for Under €50m

    AC Milan is prepared to lower its asking price for Portuguese winger Rafael Leao, with Galatasaray emerging as the most likely suitor. Leao's departure seems inevitable as Milan looks to reshape its attack under new coach Ruben Amorim. The player's contract expires in 2028, and no renewal is planned, making a summer sale likely.

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16. SportsTennis

    Aug 14, 2026, 15:57 UTC

    Fenerbahçe's Mert Günok Injured, Misses Gençlerbirliği Match

    Fenerbahçe has suffered a setback ahead of their Trendyol Super League opener against Gençlerbirliği. Experienced goalkeeper Mert Günok has been ruled out due to an injury in his upper abdomen, which has been diagnosed as a strain and edema. The club has confirmed that Günok will not be in the squad for precautionary reasons.

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17. SportsBoxing

    Aug 14, 2026, 15:09 UTC

    Zeynep Sönmez Advances to Second Round in Cincinnati Open

    Turkish tennis player Zeynep Sönmez defeated Australian Daria Kasatkina 2-1 in the first round of the WTA 1000 Cincinnati Open, advancing to the second round. After losing the first set, Sönmez fought back to win the second set in a tiebreak and ultimately won the deciding set. In the second round, she will face world No. 10 Amanda Anisimova.

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18. SportsIsraelHardwareHockey

    Aug 14, 2026, 15:09 UTC

    Leicester City Put Up for Sale After Relegation

    English football club Leicester City, the 2016 Premier League champions, has been put up for sale by its Thai owners, King Power. The club, which has been relegated to the third tier of English football, is expected to fetch over £200 million. The sale comes after two consecutive relegations for the 'Foxes'.

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19. SportsTennisDisasters

    Aug 14, 2026, 13:58 UTC

    Robertson vs. Dern: UFC 330 Title Fight

    Gillian Robertson and Mackenzie Dern clash at UFC 330 for the women's strawweight championship. Robertson, riding a five-fight win streak, believes her destiny is to become champion, while Dern, making her first title defense, dismisses Robertson's claims of disrespect. Both fighters, known for their elite grappling skills, promise a violent fight.

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20. SportsIsraelAmerican FootballMotorsports

    Aug 14, 2026, 13:58 UTC

    Ian Machado Garry vs Islam Makhachev: UFC 330 Welterweight Title Fight

    Ian Machado Garry (17-1) faces Islam Makhachev (28-1) in the main event of UFC 330 for the welterweight championship. Garry has expressed respect for Makhachev, putting him on a 'pedestal' as the best fighter currently walking the planet. He believes Makhachev is confident in winning within three rounds. Garry, however, has plans of his own and promises a competitive fight. Both fighters have shown dominance in their respective careers, with Makhachev riding a 16-fight win streak and Garry amassing a 10-1 record in the UFC.

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21. SportsBaseball

    Aug 14, 2026, 13:35 UTC

    Mets, Yankees Among Teams Interested in Japanese Slugger Teruaki Sato

    The New York Mets and Yankees are reportedly interested in Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato, who could be posted to MLB this offseason. Sato, a 27-year-old left-handed hitter for the Hanshin Tigers, has expressed interest in playing in the U.S. and could fill a need at first base for the Mets. He has won the Central League MVP and represented Japan in the World Baseball Classic.

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22. SportsReal Estate

    Aug 14, 2026, 13:08 UTC

    New Homeowners in Sweden

    Four individuals have recently purchased houses in different Swedish towns. A 71-year-old bought a 1990s house in Kristinehamn for 2.7 million kronor, while a 53-year-old acquired a house in Arvika for 1,700,000 Swedish Krona. In Kristinehamn, a 1960s house was sold for 600,000 kronor, and another 1960s house in Karlskoga fetched 1,200,000 kronor.

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23. SportsHockey

    Aug 14, 2026, 11:11 UTC

    Arsenal in Talks to Sign Jarell Quansah from Bayer Leverkusen

    Arsenal are reportedly in talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a possible deal for England defender Jarell Quansah. The Gunners are interested in the 23-year-old as a potential alternative to Ezri Konsa, with William Saliba set to miss the start of the new season due to injury. Quansah, who can play both center-back and right-back, joined Leverkusen from Liverpool last summer for £30m and has since made 43 appearances for the German club. However, Leverkusen are reportedly reluctant to sell and may demand a considerable fee.

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24. SportsEuropeTennis

    Aug 14, 2026, 11:09 UTC

    Swiss Beach Volleyball Teams Advance at European Championships

    At the Beach Volleyball European Championships in Poland, Swiss duos Brunner/Hüberli and Mäder/Kernen have advanced to the round of 16. Brunner/Hüberli have further progressed to the quarterfinals. A total of four Swiss teams have made it through the group phase, with two pairs being eliminated in the round of 16.

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