Sports, Entertainment & Culture — August 30, 2026

Federer tearful at Hall of Fame induction. Roger Federer was brought to tears multiple times during his induction speech Saturday at the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The US Open's main draw gets underway today.

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Rodrigo festival raises $20 million. Olivia Rodrigo's inaugural all-women Daisy Chain Fields festival raised $20 million for women-focused nonprofits. Melinda French Gates matched a $10 million donation, and Stevie Nicks and Alanis Morissette played surprise sets.

The event marked the first edition of the benefit festival, which featured an all-women lineup, according to AP News. Beyond the previously noted surprise performers, Sarah McLachlan also appeared in an unannounced set. French Gates' $10 million matching contribution accounted for half of the total raised, with proceeds designated for nonprofits focused on women.

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Hathaway joins 'Days of Thunder' sequel. Paramount confirmed Anne Hathaway will co-star with Tom Cruise in a sequel to the 1990 NASCAR film, announcing a June 2028 release at Daytona International Speedway.

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Pogacar out of Spanish Vuelta. Five-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar withdrew from the Spanish Vuelta after crashing during the race's eighth stage while holding the overall lead.

Elsewhere in sports over the weekend, college football's 2026 season opened Saturday with North Carolina defeating TCU in Ireland under coach Bill Belichick. In the NFL, teams face today's deadline to trim rosters to 53 players. And in MLS, Lionel Messi scored four goals as Inter Miami posted a record 7-1 victory.

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