Iga Swiatek heads into the 2026 US Open as one of the leading contenders for the women's singles title, but the former world No. 1 arrives in New York with something to prove after an inconsistent season by her exceptionally high standards.
Roma and Fiorentina will meet for the most eagerly-anticipated clash in Matchday 1 of the new Serie A season, set for the Olympic Stadium in Rome on the evening of Monday 24 August.
Hull City will look to claim a major scalp on their return to the Premier League, as they host Manchester United at MKM Stadium for a Matchday 1 clash on the afternoon of Saturday 22 August.
McLaren head to Circuit Zandvoort for the Dutch Grand Prix on Sunday 23 August with contrasting ambitions for their two drivers.