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Williams Sisters Collapse From 5-0 Up in Super Tiebreak, Lose US Open Doubles Debut

Serena and Venus Williams squander a 5-0 lead in the decisive super tiebreak to lose 6-3, 6-7(6), 7-6(7) to Chan and Joint in the first round of women's doubles at the 2026 US Open.

Caitlin Clark Breaks Assist Record in World Cup Debut as USA Rout China 94-61

Caitlin Clark set a new USA World Cup debut record with 11 assists and 14 points as the defending champions opened with a dominant win over China in Berlin.

Gasly Loses Monaco GP Podium After FIA Court of Appeal Reinstates Penalties

The FIA International Court of Appeal has upheld McLaren and Red Bull's appeals: Gasly drops from third to seventh, Hadjar reclaims his Monaco GP podium.

Navone Continues Stunning US Open Run, Eliminates Berrettini in Four Sets

Unseeded Argentine Mariano Navone defeated Italy's Matteo Berrettini 3-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(4) in a gruelling US Open second-round match on Court 12 at Flushing Meadows.

Monfils Bids Emotional Farewell to Grand Slams as Tien Prevails at US Open

Monfils plays his final Grand Slam, falling to Tien 6-3, 6-4, 6-3 at the US Open. A packed Louis Armstrong Stadium bids farewell.

Jakob Omrzel Claims Breakaway Victory on Calar Alto as Enric Mas Tightens Grip on Red Jersey

Jakob Omrzel solos to victory on stage 12 of the Vuelta a España at Calar Alto, beating Pogačar's record as youngest Slovenian Grand Tour stage winner, while Enric Mas extends his red jersey lead.

Lightning McQueen arrives at Monza as Formula 1 celebrates 20 years of Cars

The seven-time Piston Cup champion has arrived at Monza as an official track vehicle: an honorary lap, a Cars-liveried safety car and a dedicated collection to celebrate 20 years of the Pixar franchise, alongside the extension of the F1-Disney partnership through 2028.

Torino

Khephren Thuram undergoes knee surgery, ruled out until January 2027

Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram has undergone successful knee surgery in Lyon for patellofemoral syndrome and will be sidelined until January 2027, missing at least 14 matches across Serie A and the Europa League.

Amen Thompson Signs Five-Year, $208 Million Extension with Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets have secured another cornerstone of their young core, agreeing to a five-year, $208 million rookie-scale contract extension with guard-forward Amen Thompson.

Caqueret Left Out of Como's Champions League Squad as Fabregas Calls It "One of the Hardest Days"

Como have left Maxence Caqueret out of their Champions League squad due to UEFA homegrown player rules, with Besiktas monitoring the French midfielder's situation.

Zverev Survives Sonego Marathon to Avoid Historic US Open Upset

Top seed Zverev edges Sonego 6-4, 3-6, 6-7(7), 7-5, 6-4 in a four-hour-52-minute US Open first-round marathon, avoiding becoming the first men's No. 1 seed to lose in R1 of a Grand Slam since 2003.

For the Birds: Medvedev Protests Umpire's Call to Replay Point After Sparrows Land on Net at US Open

Medvedev protested after two sparrows landed on the net during a rally and the umpire ordered a point replayed despite 45 seconds of continuous play, sparking fury from the Russian.

NBA Suspends Steve Ballmer, Fines Clippers $30M in Kawhi Leonard Salary Cap Scandal

NBA suspends Clippers owner Steve Ballmer for one year and fines the team $30M after finding salary cap rules were circumvented to sign Kawhi Leonard.

Milano

Piero Ausilio Leaves Inter After 28 Years as Club Promotes Dario Baccin

Piero Ausilio has left Inter after 28 years by mutual consent. The club promotes Dario Baccin to chief sports officer. Among his career highlights: the signings of Lautaro, Barella, Bastoni, and free-agent captures Calhanoglu, Thuram and Mkhitaryan.

Hadjar to Miss Italian GP as Lawson Gets Second Shot With Red Bull at Monza

Red Bull have confirmed Isack Hadjar will miss the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. Liam Lawson returns alongside Max Verstappen while Yuki Tsunoda continues at Racing Bulls.

Manchester City sign Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for £125m in joint-British record deal

Manchester City have signed Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for £125m, matching the British transfer record in a stunning deadline-day deal that took summer spending to £458m.

Juventus Pull Off Deadline Day Double Swoop: Woltemade and Sarr Arrive on Loan

Juventus seal deadline day double loan deal for Newcastle striker Woltemade and Tottenham midfielder Sarr, bolstering Spalletti's squad for the Serie A campaign.

Jonathan David Joins Atletico Madrid on Loan from Juventus with €25m Option

Jonathan David leaves Juventus for Atletico Madrid on loan with a €25m option to buy. The 26-year-old Canadian signs a season-long deal with Simeone's side.

Berrettini Exposes Betting Threats Against Family After US Open Win Over Wawrinka

Matteo Berrettini revealed after his first-round US Open win over Stan Wawrinka that gamblers threatened his brother Jacopo during Roland Garros.

Ferrari Unveils Schumacher Tribute Livery for Italian Grand Prix at Monza

Ferrari reveals a special livery honouring Michael Schumacher for the 2026 Italian Grand Prix at Monza.