Solo Sikoa is emerging as the biggest babyface in WWE ahead of SummerSlam 2026. WWESolo Sikoa continued to ascend as the most popular star in WWE as Sikoa, LA Knight and Royce Keys scored a win over the Bloodline at WWE SummerSlam 2026. A Samoan Spike from Solo on his own brother Jimmy led to a BFT from LA Knight on Jey Uso for the win. Everybody was given their moment to shine in an excellent trios match match. Though both trios have been cheered as babyfaces, the story of this feud is the relatively surprising breakout of Solo Sikoa, who has emerged as a popular babyface and the most likable WWE Superstar in this entire feud. After being abandoned by his fellow MFTs on SmackDown, Solo Sikoa switched up on his entire bloodline by aligning himself with LA Knight and newcomer Royce Keys. Many were skeptical of Solos babyface status given his ties to the Bloodline. Even outside of the ring, clueless wrestling tabloid columnists like Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter insisted Solo was not likable and not fit to be a babyface.Between Solos viral promo on Raw and his reception tonight, boy is he proving critics wrong. SoloMania roared into WrestleMania as Solos antics endeared him to a big crowd in US Bank Stadium of over 35,000. Solo Sikoa, LA Knight And Royce Keys Def. The Usos And Jacob FatuThe Bloodline received an impressive entrance inspired by Gears of War. LA Knight received the biggest reaction of anybody in the match. LA Knight fired up the troops before they entered the ring and immediately started throwing hands. Jey Uso and Solo Sikoa went back-and-forth with strikes as Solo mocked his brother with a pop-and-lock punch. Solo Sikoa mocked Jey yet again by running it back with the Yeet theme music. Fans went wild for Solo. Jacob Fatu crashed the party as he entered the fray and mauled Sikoa. Fans chanted Solo and lets go Solo! Jacob Fatu took over on offense. Solo made a comeback and a hot tag to Royce Keys, who cleaned house of the Bloodline. Royce powered his way through an avalanche powerslam as fans cheered and beckoned for LA Knight. LA Knight made the hot tag and exploded on Jey Uso. Knight hit a reversal and slammed Jey Uso with a scoop powerslam and an LA Knight Elbow. Knight went for the BFT, but Jey Uso countered with a spear for a nearfall. A chain of big moves ended with an Impaler DDT on Solo from Jacob Fatu and a spinebuster on Fatu from Royce Keys. The fight spilled outside of the ring where a Fatu hip attack against the barricade was converted into a powerslam from Royce Keys. Jey Uso hit a second spear on LA Knight and made the tag to Jimmy Uso. Jimmy Uso hit an Uso Splash on Knight. Nearfall. The Usos called for the 1D, but Solo broke it up with a Samoan Spike. LA Knight hit a BFT for the win. After the match, Solo Sikoa asked for a hug from LA Knight, and he got it. US Bank popped huge for this. LA Knight remains arguably the biggest babyface in WWE, but Solo Sikoa is quickly becoming the biggest breakout star of 2026. Match Grade: B+This article was originally published on Forbes.com

Santos and Remo set for first Copa do Brasil last-16 clashIts Copa do Brasil night at Vila Belmiro this Saturday (1st).The ball starts rolling at 9pm (Braslia time) for Santos and Remo.First leg of the round of 16.The return leg will be next Tuesday (4th) in Belm, Par.Bruno Arleu de Arajo (RJ) will referee the match.SporTV and Premiere will broadcast it.SantosPeixe got a welcome boost by confirming qualification in the Copa Sudamericana.And now has the mission of keeping the peace before returning to the Brasileiro.They reached this stage after knocking out Coritiba without conceding a goal.Igor Vincius, Lucas Verssimo, Gabriel Bontempo, and Neymar started on the bench against UCV and are now back in the starting lineup.RemoLeo do Norte reached the round of 16 after eliminating Bahia with two wins.They are looking for another qualification to gain momentum in the fight against relegation.Lo Cond will be without Z Ivaldo and Patrick, who are on loan from Santos.Tchamba remains injured.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in here.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JULY 25: Ryan Feltner #18 of the Colorado Rockies throws a pitch in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on July 25, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images) | Getty ImagesHappy August and Happy 150th Birthday to Colorado! The Colorado Rockies (43-67) ended July with a win to finish the month with a 10-14 record. They look to start the new month off with a series win as they face off against the Kansas City Royals (46-65) for game two of the three-game set.The Rockies turn to Ryan Feltner for game two. Feltner is 3-5 with a 5.73 ERA across 15 starts. In his last outing, he surrendered five earned runs in five innings of work as the Rockies fell to the Milwaukee Brewers. Feltner worked through some jams early but ultimately struggled to find the zone and allowed a fair amount of traffic. Kansas City starts Luinder Avila, entering at 5-3 with a 4.95 ERA in 11 starts and 20 total games. He has allowed three or fewer runs in his last four appearances, logging wins in two of those starts. For something to watch out for across the lineup, yesterday marked Brenton Doyles return to the club after recovering from a series of injuries. Much was made of Doyle rejoining a crowded outfield and pushing Cole Carrigg to the bench for the night. Manager Warren Schaeffer commented on the possibility of a lineup with Doyle taking center field and Carrigg shifting to a corner outfield spot, shortstop, or second base. Well get our first look at that reality tonight. Doyle remains in the lineup in center field, while Carrigg makes his first major league start at shortstop, with Ezequiel Tovar taking the night off. With about 48 hours remaining until the trade deadline, more questions will arise as we await movement from the Rockies front office. Until then, the Rockies will try to add to the Colorado Day festivities with a big win on Saturday night. First Pitch: 6:10 p.m. MDTTV: Rockies.TVRadio: KOA 850 AM/94.1 FM and KNRV 1150 (Spanish)Royals SB Nation Site: Royals ReviewLineups:Luinder takes the ball in Denver. pic.twitter.com/8WqVPOWRbU Kansas City Royals (@Royals) August 1, 2026Celebrating Colorado's 150th pic.twitter.com/fn4u9vqtNU Colorado Rockies (@Rockies) August 1, 2026Join the conversation!Sign up for a user accountand get:Fewer adsCreatecommunity postsComment on articles, community postsRec comments, community postsNew, improved notifications system!Please keep in mind our Purple Row Community Guidelines when youre commenting. Thanks!

Jose Soriano #59 of the Los Angeles Angels smiles during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on July 19, 2025, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.ANAHEIM, Calif. -- The Los Angeles Angels may not be finished reshaping their roster before Mondays MLB Trade Deadline.Following the trade that sent Logan OHoppe and Chase Silseth to the Texas Rangers in exchange for prospect Angel Arredondo, the Angels appear to be evaluating additional moves involving their major league roster. One player drawing significant attention is right-hander Jos Soriano.The Angels announced Saturday afternoon that Soriano would not make his scheduled start because of the uncertainty surrounding the trade deadline.In a statement shared by Angels PR on X, Baseball Operations Consultant John Mozeliak explained the clubs decision.Today, Jos Soriano will not make his scheduled start. With the trade deadline on Monday and the uncertainty of the next 48 hours, we decided to take a prudent approach and see where these next few days lead us.Soriano said he learned of the decision after Friday nights game and admitted he wasnt surprised by the possibility.They told me last night after the game, Soriano said. At this point of the season, this happens. You just stay positive.Despite the speculation, Soriano said he has tried to keep his attention on the present rather than what could happen over the next two days.I just focus on what I got now, Soriano said. Whatever happens, happens.The right-hander also acknowledged the uncertainty that comes with the trade deadline, adding that everyone in the clubhouse understands how quickly things can change.Everybodys thinking about it, Soriano said. Trades happen, but at the same time we try to stay positive and focus on winning. This part of the season is always crazy, but we have to be prepared for anything.Angels manager Kurt Suzuki echoed that message before Saturdays game, saying the clubs approach has been to concentrate on what players can control.Theres only so much you can say, Suzuki said. You can tell somebody not to think about it, but its human nature. The biggest thing is coming here every day, preparing yourself to play. Thats really all we can control.Suzuki, who experienced multiple trade deadlines during his 16-year playing career, said the uncertainty is never easy but is simply part of the business.Were professionals, Suzuki said. If were still here with the team, were ready to go.The Angels appear to be taking a different approach at this years deadline than they have in previous seasons. Rather than holding onto established major league talent, the organization has already shown a willingness to make significant moves. The deal with Texas could be an indication that more changes are on the horizon.Soriano, who remains under club control through the 2028 season, has been one of the Angels most valuable players in 2026 and one of the American Leagues more consistent starting pitchers.Through the season, he owns a 9-6 record with a 3.29 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP, tied for 38th in the majors with Atlanta Braves starter Bryce Elder.Since making his major league debut with the Angels in 2023, Soriano has compiled a 26-27 record with a 3.72 ERA, establishing himself as a key piece of the clubs rotation.His most recent outing came on July 26 against the San Francisco Giants, when he tossed five scoreless innings while allowing three hits, walking three and striking out five.

Fair or not, all eyes are on Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud as he enters Year 4 and a potential make-or-break season.Stroud, who has one year remaining on his contract after the 2026 season, remains the last player of the current Texans' core up for a new contract that remains unsigned. Entering camp, talks have begun to increase of a potential deal getting done by both sides, but there's still hesistation among the fan base of Stroud's long-term prowess after an abysmal postseason. Perhaps some of those concerns were put to rest during Saturday's open practice.No, Stroud wasn't perfect during team drills, but his footwork, touch and accuracy were improved from the first three practices. It felt like a clean back-and-forth battle between the two sides as Stroud kept moving the ball downfield against the league's best defense. Series 4.Play 1: David Montgomery busts a nice run. Makes guys miss. Ill go 15 yards but could have been a 65-yard TD.Play 2: C.J. Stroud to Xavier Hutchinson 7 yards. Play 3: Woody Marks 3 yard runPlay 4: Stroud pass to Dalton Schultz was dropped. Jonathan M Alexander (@jonmalexander) August 1, 2026"He's poised and he's a leader.He's a leader on his team and we all know that.," Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins said after practice. "We have his back 100% of the way.I can't wait to see him rock out this year." If the Texans can avoid looking like they did on the first series and more like the second, they could be rolling under second-year coordinator Nick Caley. After a rocky start, Stroud responded, connecting with Dalton Schultz for a first-down pickup. He also found Xavier Hutchinson for a gain of 12 and later connected with second-year standout Jayden Higgins for a gain of 10. The highlight play of the morning came on a third-and-long, where Stroud eased a pass into Collins' hands over the defender's head for a gain of 18. "He has all the tools in the world; we all know that," Collins said. "I can't wait to see my dog rock out. I can't wait to see it.Houston also showed confidence in running the ball behind new lead back David Montgomery and second-year player Woody Marks. Acquired from the Lions this offseason, Montgomery broke free twice for first-down gains, including one that could have counted for a touchdown in a live game. Marks, who led the Texans last season with over 700 rushing yards, had a pair of first-down runs. "We're progressing for sure. We're getting better every single day," Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said. "We're going against the number one defense in the league.This is what you want to compete against every single day in the heat when you're hot and tired."I feel like, as an offense right now, we're humming."Stroud finished 6 of 12 in team drills, though it should have been 8 of 12 if not for a bad drop by Schultz and a slightly overthrown ball to Foster Moreau. It's a promising step forward, but far from a finished product. Calen Bullock, known for his ability to take away the football and create turnovers, noticed a more focused Stroud going into the season, thus giving the defense fits for the first time in early situations at practice. "He's more comfortable out there, making better reads, making better decisions with the ball," Bullock said. "He's our leader. So we talk to him, what we see on the defense, if we see something, we talk about it in the locker room and he tell us, too." The Texans return to practice on Monday morning. This article originally appeared on Texans Wire: Texans' C.J. Stroud looks improved in front of packed house during training camp

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts addressed the persistent struggles of releiver Will Klein, who has seen a drop-off in his pitching. Klein pitched four scoreless innings in the 18-inning Game 3 marathon against the Toronto Blue Jays last year, keeping the team in the game and throwing a career-high 72 pitches. His performance, especially considering how relatively unknown he was, earned respect and adoration from fans and the team, putting his name on the map. The righty had a sensational start to the season, with a 2.77 ERA in March and April and a 0.82 ERA in May. Jul 26, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Will Klein (61) reacts after giving up a three run home run to New York Mets second baseman Marcus Semien (not pictured) during the seventh inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn ImagesHe looked to be emerging as a trusted high-leverage arm, reigning in the command issues that plagued him early in his career, letting his stuff and velocity shine However, since then, things have not been great. In June, he had a 4.32 ERA in 8.1 innings and followed it up with a 7.71 ERA in 9.1 innings in July. Kleins latest rough outing came on Friday, when he came in during the second inning with a man on second and allowed the runner to score. Additionally, in the third inning, he gave up two hits and hit a batter, leading Roberts to pull him.All three runs for the Red Sox have come via Will Klein.Kleins ERA sits at 8.59 over the last 7 games and 5.06 over the last 15.Klein was great from March to May, June and July not so muchHe will be fighting for his spot once Blake Treinen is healthy. Nelson Espinal (@nelson__espinal) August 1, 2026Dave Roberts thoughts on Kleins strugglesWhile Roberts did not have a specific cause for Kleins woes, he pointed to the command that has really fallen apart. The team is seemingly digging into it, given how stark a contrast there is between both halves of his season thus far. Were still trying to dig into it, Roberts said. I thought there were some good fastball throws in there tonight, but the secondary stuff, thats kind of whats getting him. The sweeper is not a strike; is not getting chase from it. The curveball has a different shape to it than it did last year. So I dont know if its an arm thing, a mechanics thing, but thats something were trying to dig in on.Jul 31, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Will Klein (61) throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn ImagesKlein will be given a long leash due to his hot start and World Series moment, but with a three-peat on the line and a fully healthy staff, he will need to earn his spot on the 2026 postseason roster.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope speaks about his reunion with LeBron James in Philadelphia originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.After LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, it was inevitable that some of his former teammates would get the call. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is the first player to get that call because he is set to sign with the 76ers after all the paperwork is finished with him and the Johni Broome trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers.KCP has been playing for the Memphis Grizzlies for the past year, and while he probably had fun, playing for a championship is much better. Considering Caldwell-Pope has won a title with James on the 2020 Los Angeles Lakers team, that familiarity could be a factor.Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is ecstatic to be with LeBron James againFor the longest time, the model around LeBron has always been to surround him with good shooters. That has been a system that has worked out for LeBron four different times as a four-time Finals MVP. Getting teammates who are familiar with him matters that way.KCP is an interesting player to talk about because he has not been the same player who won the championship with the Denver Nuggets in 2023. Of course, he is still a rock-solid player, which is why he is a massive signing for the 76ers when he clears waivers.MORE:LeBron James only. considered the 76ers after they made the Jaylen Brown tradeCaldwell-Pope himself seems ready for the move, as he is acting like he has signed the deal already. That is not the case just yet, but there is a high likelihood that it will push through, especially since KCP is already operating with him as a 76ers player."I just want to get back to playing meaningful basketball. Like playing for something like you saying for another championship. I say that area again, that spotlight, you know, the playoffs, man. Aint nothing like it, man. And in the competition, like the competitiveness, just I want it. I still got a lot of years in me that I can still go," Caldwell-Pope said on his The Dawg Talk podcast with Jordan McGruder.It will be a challenge for KCP to step into a new role, but that is the name of the game for role players. Of course, he has a lot of good teammates, so he will most likely come off the bench to replace quite possibly the best starting lineup of today's NBA.More NBA news:LeBron James' move has made Kevin Durant make a bold championship predictionIman Shumpert speaks about how the challenge of leading the 76ers to a title intrigued LeBron JamesRich Paul believes both Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe will learn from LeBron JamesAnfernee Simons has no qualms about being the sixth man for the 76ersLeBron James shuts down rumors of him retiring anytime soon

Potential Phillies trade target receives hip injections ahead of deadline originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.With the MLB Trade Deadline closing shut in only a few days, teams around the league are busy trying to get deals done for the remainder of the season. It'd have to be imagined that the Philadelphia Phillies will be one of these teams, as previously reported, the National League East side has plenty of holes to fill.One of those holes was an additional bat in the outfield, which could be a way of filling the void that was left by Adolis Garcia, who suffered from a season-ending right lat tear in early June. This injury left the Phillies down a bat that was slashing a lackluster .195/.270/.329, with seven home runs and 21 RBIs.While they've been tied to many players to fill Garcia's shoes, one of them was the Minnesota Twins' Byron Buxton, who is in the midst of an incredible season with the American League Central side, slashing .263/.320/.544 with 25 home runs and 45 RBIs. All of this was enough to see Buxton already play in Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park, as a member of the American League All-Star roster during the mid-summer classic.Buxton receives treatment for recurring hip injuryJust as he's been great for Minnesota this season, and most of his time in the Twin Cities, he's also been known to miss time on the field due to a multitude of injuries, but most predominantly, a right hip impingement.This is what has caused the American League All-Star to be on the Twins' injury report at the moment, but it's become apparent that Buxton is looking to solve his nagging injury. According to MLB.com's Matthew Leach, Buxton has received hip injections as a way of dealing with the ailment for the time being."Buxton received an injection and hopes that this time, hell knock out the condition for the remainder of the year," writes Leach.The injections come just a few days ahead of the aforementioned trade deadline, and could factor into whether or not the Phillies opt to make a second-straight deadline-day deal with the Twins, having acquired Harrison Bader just before the window shut last season.More MLB news:Cardinals sign JJ Wetherholt to eight-year, $112.5 million contract extensionWhy Astros are trading Lance McCullers to the BrewersMason Miller shares honest thoughts on Yankees trade rumorsRed Sox trade rumor involving All-Star shortstop includes Yankees, BravesBlue Jays could do something crazy and trade for Bo Bichette

The Detroit Lions received another bit of welcome injury news Friday night.According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, rookie linebacker Jimmy Rolder did not suffer a severe injury after leaving Fridays training camp practice with a leg issue. Rolder is expected to miss some time, but the injury is not considered major.For a young player trying to earn a role in Detroits defense, any absence matters. The early indication still qualifies as a relief.Jimmy Rolder Avoids Major InjurySchultz reported that sources described Rolders injury this way:didnt suffer a severe injuryHe added that Rolder will:miss some time,Those two details tell the story.Rolder may lose valuable training camp repetitions, but the initial report suggests the former Michigan linebacker avoided the type of injury that could threaten his rookie season.Missed Time Still MattersRolder entered camp with an opportunity to make an impression in a competitive linebacker room.Every practice gives a rookie another chance to show he can handle defensive assignments, contribute on special teams and earn the trust of Dan Campbells coaching staff. Missing time could slow that process, especially with preseason games approaching.The good news is that Rolder should have another opportunity once he is cleared to return.Detroit would much rather manage a short-term absence than begin preparing for life without him.Bottom LineJimmy Rolder is expected to miss some practice time after suffering a leg injury Friday, but the injury is not believed to be severe.That is encouraging news for the Lions and for a promising rookie still fighting to establish his place on Detroits roster.

LYTHAM ST. ANNES, England (AP) Yealimi Noh took advantage of a surprising collapse by Haeran Ryu and found her rhythm at just the right time Saturday, with four birdies over the last 10 holes for a 2-under 69 that gave her a three-shot lead going into the final round of the Womens British Open.Noh, the 25-year-old Californian with only one LPGA title, played bogey-free on the back nine at Royal Lytham & St. Annes and finished at 7-under 206 to lead over five players.One of them is Ryu, who is trying to become the first player since fellow South Korean Inbee Park to win three straight majors in the same year. Ryu was headed in that direction with a pair of birdies on the front nine to build a four-shot lead.Her slide began with a bogey on the par-5 seventh, the start of five bogeys in an eight-hole stretch that cost her the lead and put her in a chasing mode the rest of the sunny day along the Lancashire coast of England.Ryu finished with four straight pars for a 74 and saw the bright side. She kept double bogeys off her card, including the 10th hole when she was against a back lip of a pot bunker. She chipped it forward in the sand and got up-and-down from there for bogey.Plus, shes still in range of adding a third major this year to victories in the Womens PGA Championship and Evian Championship.Tomorrow supposed to be wind the same as today, Ryu said. Today my shot was a little higher than the other two days. So Im just trying to keep lower and no bunker.Nelly Korda, the No. 1 player who captured the first two majors of the year, had her round ruined by a pair of double bogeys, one on the 18th hole that gave her a 73 and left her eight behind.As surprise as Ryus collapse was the emergence of Noh, who decided to return home last week instead of playing the Womens Scottish Open. She had missed her last three cuts coming into the final LPGA major of the year, and had not registered a top 10 since last October.But she overcame a rocky start with three straight birdies starting on the par-3 ninth, including a birdie putt from 12 feet on the 10th, and avoided mistakes on the firm links coming in.Noh, at No. 69 in the womens world ranking and No. 95 in the Race to CME Globe on the LPGA Tour, has only contended one other time in a major when she missed a playoff by one shot in the 2021 Evian Championship.It was good for me to go home and reset, refresh and come here with a different mindset, Noh said of her decision to skip the Scottish.The chasing pack also includes Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand, one of only two players to have been No. 1 in the world without winning a major. Thitikul closed with nine straight pars for a 72 to join the pack at 4-under 209.Esther Henseleit of Germany (67), Lucy Li (69) and Shiho Kuwaki of Japan (72) also were three back. Kuwaki had a chance to get into the final group, but she missed a 10-foot birdie putt on the 18th. None has won a major. Henseleit won Olympic silver in France two years ago. Li is best known for qualifying for the U.S. Womens Open in 2014 at age 11.Noh said her fianc, who plays amateur golf, has been a big support in reminding her to put some enjoyment into the game. They played last week at Sahalee, a tree-lined course near Seattle.Good practice for this week avoiding all those trees, helping me avoid these bunkers, she said.Now comes the big test, with a strong pack of contenders behind her and a chance at winning her first major championship.Just focus on playing the round, Noh said. I dont want to think too much about the lead. Just settle into a good tempo and have fun out there.