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This Sunday, there won’t be any NFL games. The main slate of Preseason Week 1 action wrapped up on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. But that shouldn’t leave sports fans without options, as plenty of high-intensity action is scheduled for Sunday.

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One of the highlights is the WNBA matchup between the Seattle Storm and Chicago Sky. It’s not just about the stars on both teams, but also about how this matchup began.

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Almost a week ago, the Chicago Sky opened their three-game West Coast trip against the Storm. Seattle entered that game riding an 11-game losing streak, so few expected Chicago to come away with a loss. However, Dominique Malonga and Natisha Hiedeman had other plans. Their combined effort was enough to keep the Sky at bay.

Malonga finished with 26 points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks, while Hiedeman added 18 points and nine assists. Things haven’t gone well for Chicago since then, as the Sky have committed 32 turnovers over their last two games. Naturally, DiJonai Carrington and her teammates won’t want a repeat of the previous result.

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Meanwhile, golf fans have reached the final round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship. So, with plenty on the schedule, let’s check out the broadcasting details.

WNBA

The first game will feature the Chicago Sky and Seattle Storm at 5 p.m. ET, with coverage available on WNBA League Pass and local regional networks.

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At the same time, the Indiana Fever will take on the Atlanta Dream, with the game airing on ESPN and Disney+. So, is a Caitlin Clark vs. Allisha Gray showdown on the cards?

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A few more hours will reveal the answer. And don’t overlook Aliyah Boston’s presence in the matchup either.

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Then, at 7:00 pm ET, the Portland Fire will face the Phoenix Mercury. An update says Kelsey Plum will miss the game because of calf tightness. Could that give the Fire an advantage? We’ll find out on the court.

Now, let’s turn our attention to the golf schedule.

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Golf

Scottie Scheffler enters the final round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship with a clear advantage after holding the 54-hole lead. On Sunday, he will have a chance to secure his second win of the season.

As for the broadcast, PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ will provide coverage from 7:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. Golf Channel will air the early television window from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET, before final-round coverage shifts to CBS and Paramount+ from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET.

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Meanwhile, the USGA U.S. Amateur Championship final match will have opening coverage from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET on Peacock and NBCSN. The main championship window will run from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.

The final-round coverage of the PGA Tour Champions Boeing Classic will also be available on Golf Channel from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET.

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Basketball & Auto Racing

There are no Sunday Big3 Basketball playoff games scheduled for Week 9.

For racing fans, the NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 will begin at 7:30 PM ET on USA Network.

Soccer

For soccer fans, Sunday could be a great day to watch some familiar rivalries. Arsenal and Manchester City will face off in the Community Shield, with ESPN carrying the game at 9:55 AM ET.

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After that, attention will turn to West Ham United vs. Burnley in the EFL Championship. The game will air on CBS Sports Network at 11:00 AM PT / 2:00 PM ET.

If you prefer American soccer, don’t miss Washington Spirit vs. Angel City FC at 9:00 PM ET on ESPN.

And that’s not all. PBR will also be in action Sunday, with the Team Series Day 3 airing on The CW Network at 2:00 PM ET. So, even without an NFL game, Sunday has more than enough action to keep sports fans busy.

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Prasun Chakrabarty is a Senior Writer in the Olympic Sports division at EssentiallySports, where he covers track and field, gymnastics, swimming, and other Olympic disciplines. A seasoned journalist with three years at the company, Prasun's extensive knowledge and passion for track and field were evident from day one. With years of connections and research already established, he brought a unique edge to the ES Insights and Trends Desk. He has since become a key voice in the company's Olympic sports coverage. His star coverage includes World Athletics Indoor Championships, USATF Outdoor Championships, and reporting live from the U.S. Marathon Trials. His expertise earned him a special invitation from the Paris City Council to cover lead-up events ahead of the 2024 Olympics. Over time, his stories have sparked real-world impact. His piece on athlete mental toughness drew praise from Texas Volleyball head coach Jerritt Elliott, while a feature on winter sports caught the attention of Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn, who engaged with it publicly. His reporting has made its way into Wikipedia, where editors have cited his work as a trusted source on Olympic sports. Being an alum of the Journalistic Excellence Program (JEP) and an active member of the ES Think Tank, he’s part of the team driving the site’s long-term coverage strategy.

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