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Last updated: June 25, 2026, 8:31 PM ET

Tennis World Gripped by Evert's Cancer Return and Wimbledon Preparations

Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert disclosed Thursday that her ovarian cancer has returned, a development that will prevent her from attending Wimbledon this year as she undergoes treatment Evert says cancer returned. The news comes as the tennis world gears up for the prestigious tournament, with BBC Sport announcing a new broadcast deal ensuring coverage until 2033 BBC signs Wimbledon deal. Several Britons have already secured spots in the main draw through qualifying, including Ollie Tarvet, Billy Harris, and Max Basing Britons reach Wimbledon, while Jack Draper is building momentum in the Eastbourne Open semi-finals following an injury return Draper reaches semi-finals. However, Emma Raducanu is managing an injury that caused her to miss Wimbledon practice Raducanu misses practice, and leading players are reportedly continuing their prize money protests at Wimbledon, seeking increased payouts Players protest prize money.

WNBA Faces Suspensions and Injury Concerns

The WNBA has suspended Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas for one game after she made contact with Caitlin Clark's throat during a recent matchup against Indiana Thomas suspended for shot. This incident follows Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White's strong criticism of the officiating around Clark, calling it "egregious" and "utterly disrespectful" Coach fumes with officiating. Clark herself left Wednesday's game against the Mercury in the third quarter due to an apparent back issue and did not return Clark exits with back issue. The league is also dealing with a separate off-court issue, with an Indiana man charged for allegedly stalking Fever player Sophie Cunningham and sending her threatening messages Man charged for stalking.

UFC and Boxing Sees Titleholder Training and Fight Cancellations

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall confirmed he has been medically cleared and has returned to "full training," indicating he is in talks for a potential fight with interim champion Ciryl Gane Aspinall back in training. In boxing, Floyd Mayweather's exhibition fight against Mike Zambidis in Greece, scheduled for Saturday, has been called off according to federal court records Mayweather fight off. Separately, former boxing world champion Joe Cordina and another man have been charged in connection with an incident in Cardiff last February Cordina charged with assault.

Cricket World Cup and International Prospects

The Women's T20 World Cup group stage concludes Sunday with a critical fixture for India against Australia at Lord's India and South Africa take semi-final fight. India's 15-year-old batting prospect Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has impressed batting coach Sitanshu Kotak, who believes the young player possesses the "natural abilities" to succeed internationally if selected for Friday's T20I against Ireland Sooryavanshi has natural abilities. However, legendary off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin does not anticipate Indian players participating in The Hundred or other international franchise leagues in the near future No India players in The Hundred. Meanwhile, in international test cricket, England aims to leverage memories of a dramatic 2022 match at Trent Bridge to turn around their series decider against New Zealand, who posted a strong opening stand on a brutal first day of the third Test England can play on NZ memories.

European Cycling Sees Title Defenses and Tour de France Setbacks

Zoe Backstedt successfully retained her British national elite women's time trial title at the 2026 championships in Lampeter, leading an all-Welsh podium Backstedt retains title. to the Tour de France, Oscar Onley has been ruled out with a shoulder injury, a significant blow for his team Netcompany-Ineos Onley ruled out of Tour de France.

Rugby Union and League Prepare for Summer Fixtures Amidst Heatwave

In Rugby League, the RFL will implement two 90-second hydration breaks per game this weekend to assist players during an ongoing heatwave RFL implements hydration breaks. Cardiff hooker Liam Belcher will miss Wales' summer matches due to a neck injury Cardiff captain out. Meanwhile, Dragons hooker Elliot Dee is set to start for the Barbarians against Wales in a summer match Welsh hooker preparing to play.

Formula 1 Navigates Heat and Governance Changes

The Austrian Grand Prix has been declared a heat-hazard race by the FIA due to extreme temperatures Austrian GP declared heat-hazard. In governance news, Formula 1's governing body, the FIA, approved a proposal to end term limits for its president with over 90% of the vote FIA proposal approved.

Other Sports News

The WNBA's Courtney Vandersloot, sidelined since tearing her ACL last June, is expected to make her 2026 debut Friday against the Chicago Sky Vandersloot set for debut. Super League's Warrington overcame injury concerns to secure a victory against Catalans, moving level on points with Leeds at the top of the table Warrington dig deep to beat Catalans. Britain's Tobi Lawal expressed his commitment to intense training as he aims to establish himself in the NBA after being drafted Lawal aims for NBA greatness. Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari are considered a "huge threat" for this year's world championship, according to Mercedes driver George Russell Hamilton and Ferrari threat. In MMA, PFL women's featherweight champion Cris Cyborg is set to defend her title against Ketlen Viera on August 22nd in what is anticipated to be the final fight of her career Cyborg to defend title. The Detroit Lions' cornerback Terrion Arnold was arrested in Tampa, Florida, in connection with an alleged kidnapping and armed robbery NFL's Arnold arrested. The World Cup Daily continues its coverage of the final round of group stage matches, with the USMNT and Germany among the teams in action World Cup Daily LIVE. Fanatics Sportsbook is partnering with Prohi Bet Bad Actors to identify and ban bettors who harass athletes using AI and investigative tools Fanatics to ban bettors. Rugby league forward Totoa Auvaa will not face sanctions following an incident at a nightclub involving England cricket captain Ben Stokes Saracens' Auvaa not punished. Ieuan Mackenzie, a Welsh bantamweight, is targeting a UFC career after signing a five-fight deal with Cage Warriors Mackenzie eyes UFC dream. The FIFA World Cup group stage is nearing its conclusion with South Korea facing scrutiny after a surprising 1-0 loss to South Africa, a result attributed partly to the unexpected omission of star player Son Heung-Min from the starting lineup South Korea's gamble backfires. A special resolution has been passed by Cliftonville members, authorizing the club's management committee to enter formal negotiations with the Toronto Investment Group (TIG) Cliftonville members vote to reopen talks. Olympic gold medalist skier Bode Miller will have a pair of misdemeanor drug charges dropped, according to his attorney Drug charges vs Miller dropped. England's Commonwealth Games netball squad has been announced, featuring Nat Metcalf and Jayda Pechova among the 12 players aiming for a second gold medal Metcalf & Pechova in squad. The college baseball transfer portal rankings are out, detailing the top players who have entered and their new commitments College baseball transfer portal.