Sports news — September 23, 2026 - Page 2

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1. SportsTennis

   Sep 23, 2026, 02:19 UTC

   

   Pirates' Ace Paul Skenes Blames World Baseball Classic for Velocity Drop and Struggles

   Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has admitted that participating in the World Baseball Classic (WBC) earlier this year may have contributed to his struggles in the 2026 season. Skenes, who won the National League Cy Young Award in 2025, has seen his average fastball velocity drop from 98 mph to 96.8 mph this season. He believes that the intense ramp-up required for the WBC affected his mechanics and caused him to lose some velocity. Despite his struggles, Skenes still has an fWAR of 4.3 and remains a quality pitcher. The Pirates hope that a full offseason of rest will help Skenes return to his pre-WBC form in 2027.

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2. SportsSoutheast AsiaLogisticsCommodities

   Sep 23, 2026, 01:56 UTC

   

   Palm Oil Prices Expected to Remain High in 2026 Due to Weather Uncertainties and Energy Market Conditions

   Crude palm oil prices are forecast to stay above $1,154 per ton and RM4,700 per ton for the rest of 2026, driven by El Niño-related dry weather in Malaysia and Indonesia, which could lead to decreased production. This is compounded by bullish energy market conditions, with diesel prices surging 147% since the beginning of the year. However, a potential decline in energy prices and a build-up of stock could pose downside risks.

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3. SportsEuropeIsraelHockey

   Sep 23, 2026, 00:53 UTC

   

   Britain to Face Zverev's Germany in Davis Cup Quarterfinals

   Great Britain will play Alexander Zverev's Germany in the Davis Cup quarter-finals in November. Britain qualified by defeating Ecuador, while Germany secured their spot with Zverev's help. The match is set to take place in Bologna, with the winners facing either Spain or Austria in the semi-finals.

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4. SportsSoccerRegional

   Sep 23, 2026, 00:11 UTC

   

   Justin Verlander's Final Start Announced

   The Detroit Tigers have officially announced that Justin Verlander will make his final start in his illustrious MLB career on Saturday, September 24. The game will take place at Comerica Park (now known as Fifth Third Park) against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Verlander, who has been working through injuries, last started on March 30. He has a record of 183-115 over his 14 seasons with the Tigers.

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5. SportsLegislationEuropeHockeyTennis

   Sep 23, 2026, 00:09 UTC

   

   Matthew Stafford Sets NFL Record, Leads Rams Past Giants

   Matthew Stafford threw four touchdown passes, including two to Davante Adams, as the Los Angeles Rams defeated the New York Giants 28-6 on Monday Night Football. Stafford's performance moved him past Philip Rivers for sixth place in NFL history with 427 career touchdown passes. The victory was the Rams' first of the season after losing to the San Francisco 49ers in their opener.

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