FairSquare files an IOC ethics complaint against FIFA President Gianni Infantino for alleged political neutrality breaches after he overturned Folarin Balogun’s suspension following Trump’s intervention. The controversy intensifies scrutiny of Infantino’s ties to the US president, amid Belgium’s 4-1 World Cup victory.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign ended in tears after Portugal’s 2-1 Round of 16 loss to Spain. The 41-year-old captain, who announced it was his final World Cup, posted “Portugal Sempre” on Instagram. He scored three goals this tournament but couldn’t secure the trophy.
Indian teen Arnav Paparkar makes history at Wimbledon, becoming the first Indian in 36 years to reach the boys' singles quarter-finals since Leander Paes in 1990. The 18-year-old defeated Japan's Ryo Tabata 6-2, 6-1 and now faces American Jordan Lee.
Cory Sandhagen seeks to reignite his UFC bantamweight title hopes in a high-stakes rematch against Mario Bautista at International Fight Week. Seven years after their first meeting, Sandhagen dismisses Bautista's wrestling claims, targets a statement win, and eyes a future showdown with Sean O'Malley.
India spinner R Sai Kishore signs with Gloucestershire for 2026 County Championship final six matches, starting August 20 vs Worcestershire. The 29-year-old, who took 11 wickets in two Surrey games in 2025, brings 223 first-class wickets and Asian Games gold medal experience.
England legend Tammy Beaumont announces retirement after the Lord's Test against India. The 35-year-old, who debuted in 2009, leaves a legacy as England's leading ODI century-maker and 2017 World Cup hero. Her final match starts Friday.
Argentina's Lionel Scaloni broke down in tears after a stunning 3-2 comeback win over Egypt, with Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernández scoring late to secure a dramatic World Cup quarter-final berth.
Argentina pulls off stunning 3-2 comeback against Egypt, scoring three goals in final 13 minutes. Lionel Messi's tears and joyous locker room celebrations erupt as reigning champions survive World Cup elimination. Quarterfinal clash with Switzerland awaits.
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo exits his sixth and final World Cup after a 1-0 loss to Spain. France legend Thierry Henry hails Ronaldo's untouchable legacy, stating he has nothing left to prove as an inspiration for generations.
Novak Djokovic outlasts Felix Auger-Aliassime in the longest Wimbledon men's singles quarter-final in history, winning 7-6, 3-6, 6-3, 6-7, 7-6 in 5 hours and 15 minutes to set up a blockbuster semi-final against defending champion Jannik Sinner.