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Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 500 career assists, shattering Sue Bird's previous record by 23 games. The milestone cements her place as one of basketball's most creative playmakers just months into her professional career.
In a single game at Jamsil Stadium, two veteran players made Korean baseball history with career achievements separated by just two innings. Yang Eui-ji became the oldest catcher ever to reach 2,000 hits while Jung Soo-bin joined an elite club with his 600th RBI.
Angel Reese became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 50 career double-doubles, breaking a record held by legend Tina Charles. The Atlanta Dream star sealed her record-breaking debut with a game-saving block as time expired.
All Blacks prop George Bower waited 100 games to score his first try for the Crusaders, and his reaction was pure joy. The 33-year-old's celebration shows it's never too late for a first.
Rugby league legend Jason Taumalolo will set North Queensland Cowboys' all-time appearance record with his 295th game this Friday, capping a 17-year career that began when he was just a teenager. The 32-year-old forward, once considered the best in the world, has outlasted an entire generation of rivals.
Baseball legend Mike Trout just cemented his place in Angels history with a towering home run that broke a franchise record held for decades. The 34-year-old superstar notched his 797th extra-base hit, surpassing Angels icon Garret Anderson.
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin celebrated turning 20 with his first major league home run and the best game of his young career. He joined just two other players in MLB history to homer on their 20th birthday or younger.
Michaela Leonard will make history Saturday as Australia's most-capped female rugby player with 46 Tests, despite only discovering the sport in her early 20s. The former basketball prospect is now leading the charge to inspire the next generation of Australian rugby stars.
All Blacks star Damian McKenzie just became the Chiefs' all-time leading try scorer, notching his 43rd and 44th tries in a dominant victory over Moana Pasifika. The milestone caps a remarkable return for the playmaker who missed early season games following the birth of his first child.
The Atlanta Hawks secured their first divisional title in four years with a commanding victory, while LeBron James reached a historic milestone that puts him among basketball's all-time greats. Friday night brought playoff dreams to life and cemented legacies across the NBA.
Vanderbilt sophomore Mikayla Blakes just became the only player in women's college basketball to score 30+ points in five straight games against ranked opponents, breaking Caitlin Clark's record. Her 35-point performance led the No. 5 Commodores to an 85-60 victory over Alabama on Thursday night.
At 40 years old, LeBron James just rewrote the record books again, becoming the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double. His latest milestone proves that dedication and hard work can defy what we think is possible with age.
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama just made NBA history by becoming the fastest player in 35 years to score 40 points in a game. The 21-year-old phenom needed only 26 minutes to reach the milestone, matching a record set back in 1991.
Elle Mone became the first female hockey player in 10 years to score 100 career points at Martha's Vineyard Regional High School. The senior captain reached the milestone during an 11-3 victory over Barnstable High School last Friday.
After 17 years, Wellington Phoenix will play their 500th A-League match Friday night. Captain Alex Rufer has been part of the journey for 180 of those games, evolving from student to teacher.
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler started his 2026 season with a milestone victory, capturing his 20th PGA Tour win at the American Express tournament in California. The 28-year-old dominated the final round with nine birdies to join an elite group of players who've reached 20 wins before age 30.
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic just became the first player ever to win 400 Grand Slam matches, proving age is just a number in sports. The 38-year-old Serbian champion powered through to the Australian Open's round of 16, where he's already won 10 titles.
Novak Djokovic just became the second player ever to win 100 matches at the Australian Open, and he's made history no one else can claim. The Serbian champion is now the first player to achieve 100 victories at three different Grand Slam tournaments.
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic just became a centurion at the Australian Open, notching his 100th career win at Melbourne Park with a commanding first-round victory. At 38, the 24-time Grand Slam champion is proving age is just a number as he chases history.