May 6, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Andy Pages (44) crosses home plate after hitting a three run home run against the Houston Astros during the third inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
Andy Pages’ career-best three home runs and six RBIs carried the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers to a 12-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday.
Los Angeles starter Tyler Glasnow left after an inning with back spasms, but manager Dave Roberts said he didn’t think the injury was serious or a long-term issue. Jack Dreyer (2-1) earned the win by throwing two scoreless frames. Six Dodgers relievers combined to hurl eight innings of one-run, four-hit ball.
Shohei Ohtani posted two hits, two runs and an RBI for the Dodgers, who won their third game in four tries and took the three-game set.
Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. (2-3) lasted just 2 2/3 innings, allowing six runs on four hits. Reliever Jason Alexander yielded five runs on nine hits across 4 1/3 frames. Brice Matthews homered for Houston.
Pirates 1, Diamondbacks 0
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Paul Skenes allowed two hits over eight stellar innings and Brandon Lowe hit a towering homer as Pittsburgh edged Arizona in Phoenix.
Lowe’s first-inning blast off Michael Soroka was all the offense Skenes (5-2) needed as he silenced Arizona hitters. The right-hander struck out seven and walked none while pitching at least eight innings for the fourth time in his career.
It was the longest scoreless outing ever produced by Skenes, who has yet to last nine innings in a game. Gregory Soto worked around a one-out walk in the ninth for his second save. Soroka (4-2) allowed one run and seven hits in 6 1/3 innings.
Cubs 7, Reds 6 (10 innings)
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Michael Busch drew a bases-loaded walk with two outs in the 10th inning and Chicago beat visiting Cincinnati for its eighth straight win.
Ian Happ went 3-for-5 with a two-run homer for the Cubs, who have opened the four-game series with three straight walk-off victories. Trent Thornton (1-0) pitched a scoreless 10th inning in his Cubs debut. Chicago has won 14 straight games at Wrigley Field, matching the team’s longest home-winning streak since winning 14 in a row in 2008.
Matt McLain homered among his two hits for the Reds, who have lost a season-high six consecutive games and eight of their past 10.
Angels 8, White Sox 2
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Travis d’Arnaud hit a three-run homer to highlight a five-run second inning and Walbert Urena (1-3) allowed one run on two hits over six innings to pick up his first major league win as Los Angeles defeated Chicago in Anaheim, Calif.
It marked the first time since April 16-17 that the Angels won back-to-back games. It also was just their third series win of the season and the first at home since April 3-5 against the Seattle Mariners.
Colson Montgomery doubled and scored a run and Chase Meidroth had two hits and a walk and scored a run for the White Sox, who have lost three of the past four.
Rays 3, Blue Jays 0
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Shane McClanahan fired 5 2/3 scoreless innings and Tampa Bay recorded its 10th straight home victory by shutting out Toronto in St. Petersburg, Fla.
McClanahan (4-2) allowed just two hits to stretch his scoreless streak to 16 2/3 innings over the past three starts and drop his ERA to 2.60. The Rays swept their six-game homestand over the San Francisco Giants and the Blue Jays and moved to 12-1 over the past 13 games with a sixth straight win.
Myles Straw went 2-for-3 with a double, but the Blue Jays, on a four-game losing streak, managed only four hits. Patrick Corbin (1-1) tossed 5 1/3 innings and allowed two runs on five hits.
Brewers 6, Cardinals 2
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Andrew Vaughn hit a three-run homer and Milwaukee used five pitchers to limit host St. Louis to four hits.
Vaughn, reinstated from the injured list Monday after breaking the hamate bone in his left hand on Opening Day, capped a four-run first with his first homer of the season, which he hit off Andre Pallante 403 feet to left-center field.
Aaron Ashby (6-0) fired two scoreless innings for the Brewers, who pounded out 11 hits to split the abbreviated two-game series. Pallante (3-3) permitted five runs on eight hits in six innings.
Padres 5, Giants 1
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Ty France broke a seventh-inning tie with a two-run, pinch-hit triple, Xander Bogaerts added a two-run homer in the eighth, and San Diego captured a series win at San Francisco.
After taking over from opener Bradgley Rodriguez, Matt Waldron (1-1) threw five innings of one-run ball. Adrian Morejon and Mason Miller combined for six strikeouts over the final three innings, allowing just one hit.
Jesus Rodriguez went 2-for-3 with a pair of singles for the Giants, who have lost eight of their past nine.
Rangers 6, Yankees 1
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Nathan Eovaldi pitched eight stellar innings and was backed by two early homers as visiting Texas quieted New York.
Eovaldi (4-4) struck out a season-high eight and walked none for the second time this season. The Rangers’ Corey Seager homered three batters into the contest, and Evan Carter hit a two-run shot in the third.
Aaron Judge hit his 12th homer in his past 23 games, but the Yankees saw a five-game winning streak end and lost for the third time in their past 18 games. Will Warren (4-1) was tagged for six runs on seven hits in four innings.
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Mariners 3, Braves 1
Bryan Woo allowed just one hit over six scoreless innings and Julio Rodriguez homered as Seattle defeated visiting Atlanta.
The only hit Woo (2-2) gave up was a two-out single to right by Mauricio Dubon in the fourth inning. The right-hander walked two and matched his season high with nine strikeouts.
Dominic Smith drove in the lone run for the Braves, who took their first series loss of the season by dropping two of the three games.
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Red Sox 4, Tigers 0
Sonny Gray pitched five scoreless innings in his return to action and visiting Boston completed a three-game sweep of Detroit.
Gray (3-1) came off the injured list and gave up four hits while recording two strikeouts. Gray strained his right hamstring in a start last month against the Tigers. Tyler Samaniego struck out three in two innings. Zack Kelly and Greg Weissert each pitched an inning to complete the shutout.
Masataka Yoshida had two hits and scored a run for Boston while Caleb Durbin supplied an RBI double. Riley Greene had two hits for the Tigers. Detroit starter Jack Flaherty (0-3) fanned 10 while yielding four runs, two earned, in five innings.
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Orioles 7, Marlins 4
Pete Alonso hammered a three-run homer and Adley Rutschman smacked two run-scoring doubles as Baltimore beat host Miami.
Orioles starter Brandon Young (3-1) worked six innings, allowing three runs on four hits. Rico Garcia pitched the ninth for his second save as four pitchers combined on a six-hitter.
Jakob Marsee drove in two runs, but the Marlins lost their fourth game in a row and fell for the fifth time in six games.
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Nationals 15, Twins 2
CJ Abrams had three hits including a grand slam, Miles Mikolas pitched into the sixth inning and host Washington routed Minnesota.
Brady House, Drew Millas and Jose Tena each had two hits including a home run for the Nationals, who collected 14 hits. Abrams also had two doubles and five RBIs, and James Wood and Jacob Young each had two hits.
Three Washington pitchers held the Twins to three hits. Matt Wallner had two hits including a home run for Minnesota, which had won two straight.
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Guardians 3, Royals 1
Rookie Chase DeLauter’s two-run, go-ahead single in the fifth inning highlighted a two-hit night, and Joey Cantillo yielded one run over five innings as visiting Cleveland defeated Kansas City.
DeLauter extended his hitting streak to 10 games. Cantillo (2-1) allowed three hits as the Guardians snapped a three-game skid.
Maikel Garcia had two of the four hits collected by the Royals, who had a five-game winning streak end.
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Phillies 6, Athletics 3
Edmundo Sosa delivered a go-ahead two-run single in the eighth inning as host Philadelphia rallied past the visiting Athletics.
Brandon Marsh had three hits and an RBI for the Phillies, who improved to 8-1 under interim manager Don Mattingly. Adolis Garcia homered for the Phillies while J.T. Realmuto, Garcia and Sosa each had two hits.
A’s left-hander Jeffrey Springs gave up two runs and eight hits in 5 1/3 innings. Nick Kurtz finished with two hits and an RBI as he reached base for the 30th straight game.
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Mets 10, Rockies 5
Marcus Semien had four hits, including a home run, Juan Soto led off the game with a homer, and New York beat Colorado in Denver for its third win in a row.
MJ Melendez, Bo Bichette, Carson Benge, Brett Baty and Francisco Alvarez had two hits apiece for the Mets. Freddy Peralta (2-3) scattered four hits in five shutout innings, and Devin Williams got two outs to earn his fifth save.
TJ Rumfield homered among his three hits and Jake McCarthy also went deep as the Rockies took their sixth consecutive loss. Michael Lorenzen (2-4) allowed seven runs on 11 hits in five-plus innings.
Mumbai: May 7, 2026, marked exactly 35 years since one of the greatest Ranji Trophy finals ever played. On this day in the 1990-91 Ranji Trophy season, Haryana, led by India’s 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev, stunned heavyweight Mumbai by just two runs at the Wankhede Stadium to lift their maiden Ranji Trophy title. For those raised on IPL thrillers, this was a domestic classic that went right down to the final ball on Day 5. The match, telecast live on Doordarshan Sports, is still remembered for its dramatic twists and high-quality cricket, though the broadcaster later deleted the footage. Played from May 3-7, 1991, the final saw Haryana post 507 in the first innings, powered by Deepak Sharma’s 199 and Chetan Sharma’s remarkable 98 from No. 9. Mumbai replied with 410, despite Sanjay Patil top-scoring with 85 and Lalchand Rajput making 74. Kapil Dev took three for 54, while Yogendra Bhandari claimed five wickets. Mumbai then bowled Haryana out for 242, leaving themselves 355 to win in 67 overs. However, they slipped to 35 for three at lunch on the final day, with Rajput, Shishir Hattangadi and Sanjay Manjrekar dismissed by the Kapil-Chetan combination. What followed remains one of the most memorable partnerships in Indian domestic cricket. Dilip Vengsarkar and a teenage Sachin Tendulkar added 134 runs for the fourth wicket to drag Mumbai back into the contest. Vengsarkar remained unbeaten on 139, while Tendulkar smashed a brilliant 96 off just 75 balls. “If we hadn’t grassed as many as seven catches, Haryana wouldn’t have scored 522 in the first innings. If Tendulkar had stayed for even five more overs, we would have been through. I don’t recall having seen a better knock from him in domestic cricket,” Vengsarkar told TOI on Thursday. Despite the heartbreak, Vengsarkar still considers it a landmark day in Indian domestic cricket. “It is the greatest day ever in India’s domestic cricket history. I don’t recall any instance of a packed crowd on the final day of a Ranji Trophy final ever at the Wankhede after that. In fact, nowadays you hardly see any crowds for the Ranji Trophy,” he said. At Vengsarkar’s stand-naming ceremony at the Wankhede in 2021, Tendulkar had emotionally recalled the impact the defeat had on him. “We lost the final by just two runs on the last day. Abey Kuruvilla got run out. Vengsarkar scored an unbeaten century [139]. I will never forget Vengsarkar’s reaction after the match while walking towards the dressing room. I saw tears in his eyes. In the dressing room, he sat and covered his head with a towel for some time. I realised then what commitment and passion, what the khadoosness of Mumbai cricket, meant. He had already played more than 100 Tests, he was such a big cricketer, still he was playing for Mumbai and had tears in his eyes after Mumbai’s loss. I just felt that the stand [Dilip Vengsarkar Stand] which we are seeing now named after him, is a tribute to those tears,” Tendulkar remarked. Kapil Dev later described it as “the greatest match of my life.” Former Mumbai all-rounder Sanjay Patil, now Mumbai’s senior team chief selector, also recalled the extraordinary commitment shown by players in that era while speaking to TOI. “It feels great that it’s been exactly 35 years since the greatest match of my life. I was on the field for all five days. I shouldn’t have been playing that game in the first place, as I had fractured a finger in my left (bowling) hand in the quarterfinal against Delhi after being struck by a Manoj Prabhakar beamer, and was told by our MCA doctor Arun Samshir to take a seven-week rest from the game. However, my captain Sanjay Manjrekar asked me to play in the semifinal against Hyderabad, so I forgot about my injury.” “A couple of days after the semis was the final. Forgetting that my finger was fractured, I bowled 50.3 overs in the first innings. Then, at 4.15 pm, Hattangadi was out, and suddenly, just as I was looking to take some rest, I was asked to go in as the nightwatchman. Somehow, I got ready, with our 12th man Sameer Dighe helping me put on my pads. In the hurry, I even forgot to wear my guard and was to face Kapil! However, I’m proud to say that even as a No. 10 batsman, in a star-studded batting line-up which had Tendulkar at No. 5 and Vinod Kambli at No. 6, I ended up top-scoring with 85! In the second innings, I bowled 34 overs, taking three for 65.” It should have been Vengsarkar’s final season for Mumbai. The former India captain revealed that he had initially planned to retire after the 1991-92 Australia tour, but was persuaded by former India opener Sudhir Naik to continue playing in the Ranji Trophy knockouts for Mumbai. Vengsarkar responded with a memorable 284 in the quarterfinal against Madhya Pradesh at the Wankhede Stadium before eventually playing his final match for Mumbai in the semifinal defeat to Delhi — another example of the commitment and loyalty shown towards Mumbai cricket by players of that era.
We’ve heard a lot from Bryson DeChambeau at this week’s LIV Golf event at Trump National Golf Club in Virginia. It’s the first LIV tournament since the league confirmed reports that the Saudi Arabian PIF would pull funding after this season.
As a result, reporters and fans alike were eager to hear what DeChambeau, LIV’s biggest star, thought of the monumental news. He told GOLF’s Alan Bastable that he was caught off guard when the PIF funding news first broke.
“There’s no way. That’s frickin’ impossible, considering what I’d heard a couple months earlier. I thought there was a plan through 2032. It was a flip of the switch,” DeChambeau said on Tuesday in Virginia.
On Wednesday, DeChambeau revealed his current thinking about a potential PGA Tour comeback. In an interview with Skratch Golf, he laid out two specific requirements he would need met to make a PGA Tour return a reality.
Bryson DeChambeau on PGA Tour comeback: ‘It’s really about if the membership wants me back’
In his latest interview with Garrett Johnston of Skratch, DeChambeau detailed two specific hurdles preventing him from rejoining the PGA Tour.
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The first obstacle he identified was the current PGA Tour players. DeChambeau declared that ultimately they would need to “want him back” before he’d consider a return.
“I think there’s a way to solve any problem. It’s really about if the membership wants me back and if they just want me back. That’s what it’s about,” DeChambeau admitted. “I don’t even think it’s Brian Rolapp or anybody like one of the top executives, it’s really if the players want me back and if not, then I understand that.”
Bryson’s comments speak to how acrimonious the PGA Tour-LIV Golf rift has been over the past five years. The rise of LIV divided the top players, and relationships have been strained. That’s especially true when it comes to vocal star players like DeChambeau, who is divisive among golf fans in the best of times.
DeChambeau’s other issue has to do with his YouTube account and other social media platforms. Bryson has repeatedly said those pursuits will be a big part of his future. He told Skratch that the PGA Tour policy governing players’ creation of social media content at tournaments was one of the biggest pain points preventing his Tour comeback.
DeChambeau argued, “If you look at it, it’s affiliate marketing, so me being able to create content on that golf course that week at that event should only bring value to the tournament, and that’s what I care about most, entertaining like I’ve always said from day one.”
But he also incorrectly claimed that the PGA Tour restricts players from creating content at tournaments during practice rounds and pro-ams.
“So if I was to film a video during the week of one of their events with a content creator or a celebrity, that would be in violation to my knowledge. It’s their policy, they didn’t let me do it when I was on there. I asked various times,” DeChambeau claimed.
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The PGA Tour clarified to Skratch that under current PGA Tour Social Media Policy Tour pros are allowed to create content at events prior to the tournament rounds.
There is one reality that makes a PGA Tour return more feasible for DeChambeau than some of his LIV compatriots.
DeChambeau’s current LIV deal expires at the end of the season. Therefore, he’s not required to play LIV events beyond 2026. Furthermore, the massive new contract he was originally seeking is likely off the table with LIV’s funding issues.
That stands in stark contrast to Jon Rahm, for example. Rahm is under contract with LIV for years to come, giving him less flexibility than DeChambeau moving forward.
NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) explained on Thursday why Bengaluru was not chosen to host the IPL 2026 final, with board secretary Devajit Saikia saying the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) had sought a large number of complimentary tickets beyond the allowed quota.While Dharamshala and New Chandigarh will host the other playoff matches, the final will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
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Speaking to news agency ANI, Saikia said IPL rules allow only 15 per cent of the total stadium capacity as complimentary tickets for the host association.“As per IPL protocol, we are required to provide only 15 per cent of the total seating capacity as complimentary tickets to the host association. This constitutes the standard protocol; all host state associations receive a 15 per cent allocation of their total capacity in the form of complimentary tickets,” Saikia said.He added that the BCCI received reports that KSCA had been asking for far more tickets during IPL league matches.“However, we received information from various sources indicating that during the hosting of IPL league matches, the Karnataka State Association was claiming a significantly higher number of complimentary tickets far exceeding the stipulated 15 per cent,” Saikia said.According to Saikia, the BCCI then wrote to KSCA seeking details. He said the board was surprised by the reply received on May 2.“Consequently, we sent them an email requesting precise details regarding this matter. We were shocked when we received a response via email from the Karnataka State Cricket Association on May 2nd; in that email, they stated that, over and above the 15 per cent complimentary ticket quota, they would require an additional, substantial allocation of tickets for their members, affiliated clubs, and various others,” Saikia said.“Most surprisingly, they also requested tickets for their local Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and Members of the Legislative Council. And also to the government of Karnataka, 700 complimentary tickets. Thus, over and above the 15 per cent allocation, they were demanding approximately 10,000 additional tickets,” he added.In March, Karnataka deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar had announced that each MLA would get three free tickets for IPL matches, while two complimentary tickets would be given for international matches, with an option to buy two more. The announcement came after discussions with KSCA representatives.The issue had also been raised by legislators in the Karnataka Assembly, who complained about ticket and seating arrangements at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Following that, Assembly speaker U T Khader had asked the government to ensure that every MLA receives four VIP tickets during matches at the venue.
Mikel Arteta’s side are looking to complete a famous double, with the title race against Manchester City heading towards the final day, too.
Uefa has switched the kick-off time for this year’s final, however, with the game kicking off at 5pm BST on 30 May.
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That is three hours earlier than previous years, when the match kicked off at 8pm BST, with Uefa detailing their reasons for the move.
“The decision is designed to enhance the overall matchday experience for fans, teams and host cities by optimising matchday logistics and operations, while delivering several tangible benefits,” read a Uefa statement. “Our goal is to make match day a truly enjoyable experience for everyone who wants to be part of the excitement, while creating a welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy for families and children to attend the biggest and most important club football match of the season.
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“For travelling supporters, it will mean improved access to public transport – especially after the match – and a safer, more convenient journey back from the stadium. For the host cities, it will boost the positive economic impact of the event by giving fans the possibility to continue their celebrations.
“The new kick-off time also aligns with a more accessible broadcasting window, helping the final reach an even broader television and digital audience worldwide, with a particular focus on engaging younger viewers.”
While Uefa President Aleksander Ceferin added that the change would allow fans to enjoy the rest of their evening and debrief on the match and season overall for their teams.
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He added: “With this change, we are placing the fans’ experience at the heart of our planning. The UEFA Champions League final is the highlight of the football season, and the new kick-off time will make it even more accessible, inclusive, and impactful for everyone involved.
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“While a 21:00 CET kick-off is well suited for midweek matches, an earlier kick-off on a Saturday for the final means an earlier finish – regardless of extra time or penalties – and offers fans the opportunity to enjoy the rest of the evening with friends and family, reflecting on the game of the season.”
How can I watch?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage on the channel from 7pm BST. A live stream will also be available via HBO Max and the HBO app.
In the United States, the match will be broadcast in English on CBS and streamed live on Paramount+. Spanish-language coverage is available on Univision and TUDN, which can also be streamed via Fubo.
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Who is performing in the pre-match show?
The Killers are headlining the pre-match entertainment on the night. In recent years, artists such as Linkin Park and Lenny Kravitz have performed at the final
The school hired Matt Campbell as its new head coach after he spent 10 years with the Iowa State Cyclones, turning them from a 3-9 team to a school that made seven bowl appearances after going four years without making one.
Penn State Nittany Lions head coach Matt Campbell looks on from the field during the Penn State Blue-White Spring game at Beaver Stadium in University Park, Pa., on April 25, 2026.(Matthew O’Haren/Imagn Images)
Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht, who transferred to Penn State from Iowa State, talked Wednesday about how Campbell will be able to change the culture within the program.
“He wants to build a player-led program,” he told ESPN. “When you’re not all aligned with the same goals and expectations, you’re not going to win those big games. … Last year, it wasn’t really player-led and the culture just wasn’t always there.
Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht reacts during the Blue-White Spring game at Beaver Stadium in University Park, Pa., on April 25, 2026.(Matthew O’Haren/Imagn Images)
“Right now, where we are, everyone is completely bought in.”
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Campbell is taking over for James Franklin, who was with Penn State for 12 years before he was fired in the middle of the 2025 season as the team lost three games in a row, including an upset loss to unranked UCLA when the team was ranked seventh in the nation.
Terry Smith took over for Franklin and helped salvage the season with a Pinstripe Bowl win over Clemson.
Now, with a new head coach, new quarterback and a 12-team College Football Playoff, the excuses for the Nittany Lions to not make it to the postseason are running out.
Penn State made the College Football Playoff in 2024, but lost to Notre Dame in the semifinals. It was the team’s only CFP appearance.
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Penn State Nittany Lions head coach Matt Campbell answers questions from the media following the Blue-White Spring game at Beaver Stadium in University Park, Pa., on April 25, 2026.(Matthew O’Haren/Imagn Images)
Fans of Paris Saint-Germain football team celebrated late into the night on May 6 after their victory over Bayern Munich, which secured their place in the Champions League final on May 30.
TKO’s Mark Shapiro provided certain details about WWE during the first-quarter 2026 earnings call.
Some of the topics Shapiro focused on were WWE’s rising ticket prices, creative criticism by the fans, and the fate of events planned for Saudi Arabia, among others.
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He spoke about premium live events and those being the revenue-driving factor for the quarter. Mark Shapiro revealed that WWE Elimination Chamber’s had a “meaningful” YOY increase after it’s debut on ESPN. The premium live event has emerged as the second-highest arena gate in the company’s history.
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Apart from Elimination Chamber, Shapiro revealed that Royal Rumble 2026 was the event that kick-started the increase in YOY for live events and hospitality.
Mark Shapiro revealed where the company stands with fan criticism about prices and creative decisions
WWE has been criticized by fans for the way storylines are unfolding and the rate at which ticket prices are increasing. TKO’s focus on revenue over affordability has caused several fans to opt out of purchasing tickets to premium live events.
Shapiro has claimed that the company makes it its top priority to listen to criticism and act as much as possible to improve the situation. However, he also revealed that what WWE is hearing as creative criticism isn’t new, and dissatisfaction will always persist within the WWE Universe.
Coming to commercial elements and ticket prices, TKO’s COO revealed that while the company has heard the criticism with utmost priority and is working around it, when it comes to commercial elements, there is no magic formula to make things work. Trial-and-error is the way to figure out how to make the change work for both fans and the company.
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Apart from that, Mark Shapiro clarified that the planned events for Saudi Arabia are not cancelled and will move ahead as previously stated.
Lately, news has surfaced that TKO was directly behind the recent wave of superstar releases and how the situation was handled. Even Kevin Nash pointed out the irony in offering lower wages to superstars while the top executives bagged in billions.
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SEATTLE, WA – MAY 06: Members of the Atlanta Braves stand during a tribute to Braves owner Ted Turner prior to the game between the Atlanta Braves and the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Connor Jalbert/MLB Photos via Getty Images)
Adam Silver has paid tribute to former Atlanta Hawks governor and Turner Broadcasting System founder Ted Turner following news of his passing.
In a statement released by the NBA, Silver called Turner “a true pioneer whose vision transformed modern media.”
He praised Turner’s impact on sports broadcasting, saying: “Through the creation and development of Turner Broadcasting, Ted changed the way fans experience live sports and brought leagues like the NBA to a broader national and global audience.”
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Silver also described Turner as “a passionate steward of our game for decades,” both as a longtime Hawks owner and as someone who helped grow the league’s reach around the world.
“On behalf of the NBA, I send my deepest condolences to Ted’s family and friends,” Silver said.
Turner was one of the most influential figures in sports media and played a major role in expanding the NBA’s audience through television broadcasting.
Bayern Munich board member for sport Max Eberl has signaled that he is open to extending his contract beyond the summer of 2027.
“Right now, I think we’ve set a lot of very, very good things in motion. I feel very, very comfortable here,” Eberl, who took over the role in 2024, said in an interview with DAZN.
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“People should judge my work. And if they think I’m doing a good job, then I’m also willing to stay at Bayern longer,” he added.
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The former Borussia Mönchengladbach and RB Leipzig executive also admitted that his beginning at the Bavarian club were not always straightforward.
“I think everything I’ve invested here – the passion, the work I’ve done together with the people here – wasn’t entirely easy at first, because naturally a few strong personalities came together,” he explained.
“But I think that’s also what helps a big club like Bayern Munich – that people challenge each other and have discussions together.”
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Meanwhile, FC Bayern supervisory board member and honorary president Uli Hoeneß recently stressed that formal talks over Eberl’s future can’t begin just yet – even if the club wanted them to.
“First of all, you need to know that board contracts cannot be extended more than one year before they expire,” Hoeneß told DAZN, while confirming that Eberl’s future has already been discussed internally.
“We spoke about a possible contract extension for the board member for sport for the first time at the last board meeting almost two weeks ago,” the honorary president revealed, but declined to go into further detail.
“I don’t want to preempt the discussions that can begin in July,” he stressed.
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