The new year of 2026 is set to bring exciting sports storylines, including a potential gold-medal clash in women’s hockey between Canada and the U.S., new regulations in Formula 1, and the long-awaited fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. Sidney Crosby’s future with the Penguins is in question as he becomes eligible for a contract extension, while college basketball freshmen like AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer are poised to shine. Chloe Kim and Lindsey Vonn aim for Olympic history, and Cristiano Ronaldo targets 1,000 career goals as he approaches 41. Additionally, the Los Angeles Dodgers seek a third consecutive World Series title, and the Oklahoma City Thunder chase the single-season win record.
