Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Team USA's Alex Sedrick scored a last-second try against Australia to clinch the women's rugby sevens bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, marking their first Olympic medal in rugby sevens history.
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams won't debut against Houston Texans in the Hall of Fame Game. Matt Eberflus announced that starters, including Williams, would not play. Tyson Bagent will start instead. Eberflus cited extra time for preparation as the reason for keeping starters out.
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
MLB Trade Deadline 2024: Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr. of the Chicago White Sox in high demand for starting pitching; Jack Flaherty expected to fetch a higher price than Yusei Kikuchi as rental; Rays, Tigers, and Marlins are among the teams yet to make deals.
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Team USA dominates Paris Olympics with standout performances from Simone Biles in gymnastics, Katie Ledecky in swimming, and Coco Gauff in tennis. Biles leads the way for the gymnastics team with a commanding all-around total. Ledecky qualifies for finals with a dominant performance in the 1500m heat. Gauff drops only nine games across six sets in three matches.
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024
Nicole Kidman and her family, including husband Keith Urban and daughters Faith Margaret and Sybella Hawley, made incognito appearances at the Paris Olympics' Women's Street Final Skateboarding event (July 28) and Omega's Her Time event (July 29). Sunday Rose, Kidman's eldest daughter with Urban, was also present. The family has largely raised their children outside of the public spotlight in Nashville.
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024
In the New England Patriots' fifth training camp practice on July 29, 2024, Tyquan Thornton shone with two deep catches from Jacoby Brissett. Rookies Caedan Wallace and Layden Robinson held their own against veterans. Oshane Ximines disrupted play with two pressures and a run stop. Matthew Judon demanded contract talks, missing the first full-pads session due to dissatisfaction with his $7.5 million deal.
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024
Team USA, spearheaded by A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, and Brittney Griner's impressive performances, kicked off their quest for an eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal with a dominant 102-76 win over Japan. The Americans outrebounded Japan 56-27 and dominated the offensive glass with 19 rebounds. Wilson led scoring with 24 points, while Stewart added 22 and Griner returned from imprisonment to contribute 11 points and nine rebounds.
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet's trade demands for a contract extension and refusal to pitch in relief have complicated potential deals, despite his Cy Young-caliber season and dominance in strikeouts. His injury history and uncertainty surrounding availability could limit trade value.
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
MLB Trade Deadline: The Mets pursue Tanner Scott from the Marlins for bullpen help, while Dylan Carlson of the Cardinals could be on the move. The Yankees consider deals for Nestor Cortes and Taylor Ward is a target for the Pirates. With several top players already traded, such as Randy Arozarena and Pete Alonso potentially on the market before July 30's 6 p.m. ET deadline.
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024
In a three-team trade, the St. Louis Cardinals acquire starting pitcher Erick Fedde and outfielder Tommy Pham from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for utility player Tommy Edman and reliever Michael Kopech. The Los Angeles Dodgers obtain Edman and Kopech while the White Sox receive infielder Miguel Vargas, Jeral Perez, and Alexander Albertus from the Dodgers. The Cardinals seek to bolster their rotation as they push for a playoff spot, while the Dodgers gain versatility with Edman and explore Kopech's potential as a high-leverage arm.