Celtic host Hibs in last eight of Scottish Cup, Hearts meet Dundee

Right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer, in his 18th MLB season with the Toronto Blue Jays, took responsibility for his first loss of the year after allowing a critical three-run homer in a 10–4 defeat to the Detroit Tigers. Despite the loss, he showcased strong performance with seven innings pitched and eleven strikeouts, as he aims for consistency while battling to keep Toronto in first place in the AL East. Want More Context? 🔎

Nastja Claessens, a 20-year-old Belgian forward with Olympic experience, has joined Kansas State after being drafted by the Washington Mystics in 2024. Despite maintaining her NCAA eligibility, the Mystics retain her WNBA rights for up to a year after she exhausts her college eligibility, under the current collective bargaining agreement, which may change as it expires this year. Want More Context? 🔎

The Las Vegas Aces, Chicago Sky, and Indiana Fever face significant playoff implications as the WNBA season progresses. The Aces, struggling with team dynamics and lacking future draft picks, the Sky, who traded away their valuable draft assets amidst injuries, and the Fever, dealing with Caitlin Clark's injury, all risk disappointing seasons despite earlier hopes for success. Want More Context? 🔎

Ice Cube, co-founder of the BIG3 league, revealed that Caitlin Clark received a $5 million contract offer due to her star power, which he claims would unlock significant financial opportunities for the league, unlike rival Angel Reese. Both players have thrived in the WNBA, but injuries prevent them from competing in an upcoming game between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky. Want More Context? 🔎

The UNC Tar Heels are reportedly aiming to join the SEC, driven by financial incentives as the SEC's revenue per school significantly outpaces the ACC's. With efforts led by influential figures like former Board of Trustees member Dave Boliek and a $10 million investment in coach Bill Belichick, UNC is actively exploring options for conference realignment amidst a shifting collegiate landscape. Want More Context? 🔎

Alpine approaches the Hungarian Grand Prix with renewed confidence after earning points in the last two races, courtesy of Pierre Gasly's sixth-place and tenth-place finishes. Despite sitting tenth in the Constructors' Championship, both Gasly and teammate Franco Colapinto are optimistic about improving results, with Colapinto drawing on his successful F3 history at the circuit. Want More Context? 🔎