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González joins Al Qadsiah after Gotham FC exit

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Gauff and Pegula Set Up All-American Cincinnati Open Final

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Who has the most triple-doubles in WNBA history? Key stats

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Gauff, Pegula set up rare all-American Cincy final

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Yamashita stays hot with 65; CPKC lead up to 6

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SPORTS
GLOBAL

González joins Al Qadsiah after Gotham FC exit

Spanish forward Esther González has signed with Al Qadsiah of the Saudi Women's Premier League less than a month after she abruptly left defending NWSL champions Gotham FC "to attend to personal matters in Spain."

espn.com·Aug 23, 2026
LATIN AMERICA

Gauff and Pegula Set Up All-American Cincinnati Open Final

Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula will meet for the Cincinnati Open title after both Americans won their semifinal matches on Saturday. Their showdown will be the tournament’s first all-American women’s singles final since Rosie Casals faced Nancy Richey in 1970.

ticotimes.net·Aug 23, 2026
COMMUNITY
GLOBAL

Gauff, Pegula set up rare all-American Cincy final

Jessica Pegula beat defending champion Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff defeated Sara Bejlek to set up the first all-American women's final at the Cincinnati Open in 56 years.

espn.com·Aug 23, 2026
COMMUNITY
GLOBAL

Yamashita stays hot with 65; CPKC lead up to 6

Miyu Yamashita will bid for a wire-to-wire victory after stretching her lead in the CPKC Women's Open to six shots following a 5-under 65 on Saturday.

espn.com·Aug 23, 2026
EUROPE

Meghan’s casting in The Gentlemen reportedly withdrawn

<p>Duchess of Sussex was believed to have been under consideration for season three of Guy Ritchie’s crime caper</p><p></p><p>The Duchess of Sussex’s casting in Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen has been withdrawn, it was reported.</p><p>Tina Brown, the former editor-in-chief of…

theguardian.com·Aug 22, 2026
COMMUNITY
GLOBAL

Serena not in US singles, will pair with Alcaraz

Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed doubles pair in her return to the US Open. Williams, meanwhile, is not planning to play singles after the final wild card was given to Sofia Kenin.

espn.com·Aug 22, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Road to Brazil: Which Teams Have Qualified for the FIFA Women’s World Cup?

The 2027 Women's World Cup qualifiers are heating up, with 18 teams bound for Brazil and FIFA's playoff tournament kicking off November 24th. The post Road to Brazil: Which Teams Have Qualified for the FIFA Women’s World Cup? appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 21, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Holly Rowe Couldn’t Stop Crying Before Toronto’s Fever vs Tempo Sellout

ESPN reporter Holly Rowe was overcome with emotion ahead of the Fever vs Tempo game, as a sellout crowd packed Toronto's Scotiabank Arena. The post Holly Rowe Couldn’t Stop Crying Before Toronto’s Fever vs Tempo Sellout appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 21, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Mai Yamamoto Named to Japan’s FIBA World Cup Roster

Japan named its 12-player roster for the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, led by Las Vegas Aces breakout star Mai Yamamoto. The post Mai Yamamoto Named to Japan’s FIBA World Cup Roster appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 21, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Elena Rybakina Exits 2026 Cincinnati Open with Ankle Injury

Elena Rybakina withdrew from her Cincinnati Open quarterfinal against Iga Świątek with an injury, ending her bid for the world No. 1 ranking. The post Elena Rybakina Exits 2026 Cincinnati Open with Ankle Injury appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 21, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

2026 NCAA Volleyball Season Tips Off with Top-Ranked Non-Conference Showcase

The 2026 NCAA volleyball season tips off with top-ranked Nebraska leading the field, as AVCA First Serve spotlights the college game. The post 2026 NCAA Volleyball Season Tips Off with Top-Ranked Non-Conference Showcase appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 21, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Yamashita leads CPKC Women's Open with 62

Miyu Yamashita shot an 8-under 62 on Thursday for a one-stroke lead over fellow Japanese player Nasa Hataoka in the CPKC Women's Open, with two Canadian teenagers on the leaderboard in the national championship.

espn.com·Aug 21, 2026
POLITICS
GLOBAL

Aisha Wahab makes history as the first Afghan American elected to Congress

Aisha Wahab has won the special election for the U.S. House seat formerly held by Rep. Eric Swalwell, Decision Desk HQ projects, making her the first person of Afghan descent to be elected to Congress. Swalwell resigned in April amid accusations of sexual misconduct.

19thnews.org·Aug 20, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Renee Montgomery, Tina Charles Reunite as 2026 FIBA World Cup Analysts

Renee Montgomery and Tina Charles have joined TNT Sports as lead studio analysts ahead of the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup. The post Renee Montgomery, Tina Charles Reunite as 2026 FIBA World Cup Analysts appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 20, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Jessica Pegula Says 2026 US Open Protest Hinges on Prize Money

Jessica Pegula said players are pausing 2026 US Open protest plans until organizers release official tournament prize money figures. The post Jessica Pegula Says 2026 US Open Protest Hinges on Prize Money appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 20, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Emma Sears Scores Brace as Louisville Tops Seattle

Racing Louisville secured a 2-1 victory over Seattle Reign FC, as Emma Sears scored twice in the club's historic NWSL match. The post Emma Sears Scores Brace as Louisville Tops Seattle appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 20, 2026
LATIN AMERICA

Costa Rica President Sends Eight Major Proposals to Congress

President Laura Fernández has presented eight new bills that could change how Costa Rica handles pensions, loans, government contracts, internet funding and several other public programs. The proposals were announced as Fernández marked her first 100 days in office.

ticotimes.net·Aug 20, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Wings star Fudd out for season with knee injury

Wings star guard Azzi Fudd, the No. 1 pick in this year's WNBA draft, will undergo a procedure on her injured right knee and miss the remainder of the season.

espn.com·Aug 19, 2026
COMMUNITY
GLOBAL

Sabally out of FIBA WC amid concussion recovery

New York Liberty forward Satou Sabally, who is still recovering from a concussion, will not play for Germany when the country hosts the FIBA Women's World Cup next month.

espn.com·Aug 19, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Coco Gauff Cruises Past Ann Li at 2026 Cincinnati Open

US favorite Coco Gauff downed Ann Li 6-1, 7-6 (3) at the 2026 Cincinnati Open, reaching the WTA 1000 tournament's Round of 16. The post Coco Gauff Cruises Past Ann Li at 2026 Cincinnati Open appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 19, 2026
AFRICA

Malawi: First Lady to Greet Scorchers As Team Returns From Wafcon Final

[Nyasa Times] Malawi's Scorchers are set for a heroes' welcome fit for royalty today, as First Lady Gertrude Mutharika prepares to personally lead the celebrations when the team touches down at Kamuzu International Airport following their extraordinary run to the WAFCON final.

allafrica.com·Aug 19, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Elina Svitolina Withdraws From Cincinnati Open with Ankle Injury

Elina Svitolina pulled out of the 2026 Cincinnati Open with an ankle injury, as Wang Xiyu advances to meet Madison Keys in the Round of 16. The post Elina Svitolina Withdraws From Cincinnati Open with Ankle Injury appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 18, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

UConn Sets Early-Season Final Four Rematch with South Carolina

UConn and South Carolina will meet at Mohegan Sun this November, as a Final Four rematch headlines the 2026/27 Hall of Fame Women's Showcase. The post UConn Sets Early-Season Final Four Rematch with South Carolina appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 18, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Valkyries to host WNBA All-Star Game in 2027

The Valkyries will host the 2027 WNBA All-Star Game, along with the shooting skills challenge and 3-point shootout, the league announced Tuesday.

espn.com·Aug 18, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Lauren Coughlin Clinches Spot on 2026 Solheim Cup Team

Lauren Coughlin clinched a spot on Team USA for the 2026 Solheim Cup, joining top-ranked LPGA star Nelly Korda at the September event. The post Lauren Coughlin Clinches Spot on 2026 Solheim Cup Team appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 18, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

OKC Spark Shortstop Sydney Romero Wins 1st-Ever AUSL Gold Glove Award

Oklahoma City Spark shortstop Sydney Romero won the AUSL's first-ever Rawlings Gold Glove Award, honoring pro softball's top defender. The post OKC Spark Shortstop Sydney Romero Wins 1st-Ever AUSL Gold Glove Award appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 18, 2026
ACTIVISM
GLOBAL

Tabitha Chawinga backs Temwa to win Ballon d'Or

Tabitha Chawinga has backed her younger sister Temwa Chawinga to win the Women's Ballon d'Or after the Kansas City Current forward won the Golden Boot during an outstanding WAFCON campaign.

espn.com·Aug 18, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Temwa urges Malawi to 'fix their minds' for WC

Temwa Chawinga has urged her Malawi teammates to 'fix their minds' and put their Women's Africa Cup of Nations final heartbreak behind them in order to do themselves justice at the FIFA Women's World Cup next year.

espn.com·Aug 18, 2026
COMMUNITY
AFRICA

Cameroon women celebrate WAFCON title during victory parade

The Indomitable Lionesses are home and Yaoundé is celebrating. A day after making history with a 3–0 victory over Malawi to win Cameroon’s first Women’s AFCON title, the champions received a hero’s welcome.

africanews.com·Aug 18, 2026
SPORTS
GLOBAL

Maryland Charm Win Inaugural WLL Championship

The Maryland Charm won the inaugural WLL championship title with a 16-13 victory over the California Palms in Philadelphia. The post Maryland Charm Win Inaugural WLL Championship appeared first on Just Women's Sports.

justwomenssports.com·Aug 17, 2026
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