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Antonelli Wins Belgian Grand Prix for Mercedes After Passing Leclerc
Kimi Antonelli won the Belgian Grand Prix for Mercedes at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. He finished 1.952 seconds ahead of Charles Leclerc after passing the Ferrari driver on lap 34.
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West Indies Cricketer Sobers Dies At Age 89 In Barbados
Cricket West Indies announced Garfield Sobers died at age 89 in Barbados on July 17. Knighted cricketer scored 8,032 runs, took 235 wickets in 93 Test matches representing West Indies.
Daigneault Joins USA Basketball Men's National Team Coaching Staff
USA Basketball named Mark Daigneault an assistant coach alongside two others for the national team. The staff starts work during World Cup qualifiers in August 2026 ahead of Los Angeles Olympics.
McIlroy Voices Preference For Extended Major Championship Season At Royal Birkdale
Rory McIlroy voiced preference for an extended major championship season before the Open Championship starts at Royal Birkdale. He noted dry weather reduced rough penalty and predicted aggressive tee strategies.
Spain Defeats France 2-0 to Reach 2026 World Cup Final in Texas
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup semi-final at Dallas Stadium in Texas to advance to the final. The win extended Spain's unbeaten streak to 37 matches and set a record with six clean sheets in the tournament.
Egypt Head Coach Hassan Displays Palestinian Flag At 2026 World Cup Tournament
Hossam Hassan displayed a Palestinian flag after a World Cup win, speaking about Palestine. FIFA permits the flags during the tournament, and Egypt's federation has not received sanctions.
Neymar Retires From International Soccer After Brazil World Cup Loss
Brazil forward Neymar announced his retirement from international soccer on July 5, 2026. The forward ends his career as Brazil's all-time top goalscorer with 80 goals in 129 appearances.
Bahrain Grand Prix Targets October 2026 Weekend After Calendar Removal
Sources indicate the goal is to reschedule the Bahrain Grand Prix for October 2 to 4, 2026. The race would fit between Azerbaijan and Singapore events following regional missile attacks.
South African Footballer Adams Dies At Age 25 In Cape Town
South African footballer Jayden Adams died at 25 in Cape Town on July 11. Police registered an inquest as the football players union confirmed national team midfielder's death.
Campbell Signs with SV Elversberg From Borussia Dortmund
SV Elversberg signs Cole Campbell from Borussia Dortmund for 6 million euros. The deal includes a buy-back option for Borussia Dortmund.
Coroner Orders Inquest Into Stiles Death
Coroner Morris required an inquest into the death of Nobby Stiles. The coroner's office set the date for July 15, 2026, after receiving information from the family.
Iwai Takes the Early Lead at the Evian Championship
Aki Iwai shot an 8-under 63 in the first round of the 2026 Amundi Evian Championship. The $9.1 million purse includes 132 players competing for points toward an LPGA card.
Merlier Wins Stage Seven of 2026 Tour De France
Tim Merlier won stage seven of the 2026 Tour de France. The Belgian cyclist finished the 175.1km route in 3 hours, 44 minutes, 20 seconds.
Valkyries Defeat Toronto Tempo to Set New Streak Record
Golden State Valkyries defeated Toronto Tempo 83-75 to mark sixth win. The franchise established a new record in consecutive victories.
Benn Posts Picture and Message for Ryan Garcia
Conor Benn posted a picture of Ryan Garcia on Monday. Ryan Garcia responded on the social media platform.
Nascimento Says Football System Broken in Brazil
Kely Nascimento said Brazil's football system is broken. She spoke following Brazil's World Cup exit.
Haaland Likely Consumes 6,000 Calories For Muscle
Physical therapist Giancarlo Carvalho states Erling Haaland likely consumes 6,000 calories daily. Purdue nutritionist Lauren Link notes 6,000 intakes exist for offensive linemen and swimmers.
Oxford United Receives Temporary Transfer Embargo From EFL
Oxford United received a temporary transfer embargo from the English Football League for regulatory non-compliance on July 9. The club states it will meet salary cost management rules before the January transfer window.
Sonmez Uses Watermelon Dampener After Brooch Ban
Zeynep Sonmez wore a watermelon dampener at Wimbledon after organizers banned her pro-Palestinian brooch. Turkish Youth and Sports Minister Osman Askin Bak publicly expressed support for her demonstration.
Fury Joshua Match Plans Stall at Wembley
Saudi powerbroker Turki Alalshikh says Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua match plans stall. The venue curfew blocks late starts for prime time viewers in the United States.
Inquest Hears Testimony Regarding Cusack Death
An inquest is examining the death of Maddy Cusack at Chesterfield Coroner's Court. Staff members and coaches provided varying statements regarding her workload.
Gauff Defeats Pegula To Reach First Wimbledon Semi-Finals
Coco Gauff defeated Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 in the Wimbledon quarter-finals on July 7. The win marks Gauff's first time reaching the semi-finals in her career.
Bedard Stays Out At Least Four Months Following Surgery
On July 8, Connor Bedard underwent left shoulder surgery. He remains out for at least four months.
Evans Returns to Cardiff Following Three Seasons
Jarrod Evans returns to Cardiff after three seasons with Harlequins. Corniel van Zyl says Evans strengthens fly-half position for Champions Cup.