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Last updated: July 2, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Rugby Union

Wales head coach Steve Tandy has made six changes to the squad that defeated the Barbarians for the upcoming Nations Championship opener against Fiji, with Louis Rees-Zammit reverting to the wing position Rees-Zammit reverts Wales wing. In preparation for their Nations Championship opener against Australia in Sydney, Ireland will start Sam Prendergast at fly-half following his strong finish to the season with Leinster Osborne makes wing switch. Meanwhile, the Welsh Rugby Union and the Wales squad have reached an agreement regarding match fees just three days before their Nations Championship opener against Fiji, resolving a dispute Wales squad dispute. Josh Tarling is set to make his debut in the Tour de France, completing a remarkable recovery after breaking his collarbone three weeks prior to the event Tarling - hospital bed.

Tennis

Novak Djokovic delivered a commanding performance to defeat Stefanos Tsitsipas and advance to the third round of Wimbledon Vintage Djokovic 'in full. Coco Gauff rallied from a set down to defeat Solana Sierra 6-3, 3-6, 7-6(7) and secure her spot in the third round at Wimbledon Gauff rallies to reach. Barbora Krejcikova dedicated her significant second-round victory over fifth seed Mirra Andreeva at Wimbledon to her niece, who is recovering from chickenpox at home Krejcikova stuns Andreeva. Nick Kyrgios marked his return to Wimbledon by swearing at an umpire during a men's doubles match, stating he was unconcerned about potential fines as his campaign ended in defeat Kyrgios swears umpire. Dan Evans bid an emotional farewell to Wimbledon as he and Henry Searle were eliminated in the final match of Evans' career 'bad boy good heart'. Serena Williams' participation in the women's doubles at Wimbledon is uncertain following a knee injury sustained during her singles match, her first in nearly four years Serena hurt knee vs.. Bad Bunny, Jameela Jamil, David Beckham, and Niall Horan were among the notable celebrities in attendance at Wimbledon David Beckham, Niall Horan. The Women's Tennis Association will conclude its partnership with Saudi Arabia to host the season-ending Finals a year earlier than planned, with the tournament relocating to Indian Wells WTA Finals moves.

Formula 1 and Motorsport

Lando Norris expressed that he is "paying the price" for the efforts that led to his 2025 championship, suggesting McLaren would offer a different environment for Max Verstappen Norris 'happy I.

Boxing and MMA

Welsh lightweight fighter Mason Jones is scheduled to face Mar Quel Mederos in Sacramento, California, at UFC Fight Night Jones take Mederos. Jaron "Boots" Ennis has climbed to one spot on the pound-for-pound rankings after becoming a two-division champion Men's boxing pound-for-pound rankings.

Cricket

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has been declared fit to play in the T20 World Cup semi-final against South Africa, returning from injury England's World Cup semi-final. Northamptonshire Steelbacks maintained their undefeated record in the T20 Blast by defeating Gloucestershire in Bristol T20 Blast round-up. The initial T20 match between England and India was canceled due to rain, impacting England's efforts to recover from a difficult start to the summer First England-India T20 abandoned.

Basketball

Dean Wade, a free agent forward, has agreed to a four-year, $39 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, according to sources Sixers land Wade. LeBron James is entering free agency this summer, potentially making the final move of his 23-year NBA career LeBron's Last Dance. The WNBA Power Rankings saw the Lynx ascend to the No. 1 spot, while the Aces maintained their position at No. 2, with additional shifts occurring over the past week WNBA Power Rankings.

American Football

Five-star wide receiver Jett Harrison, the younger brother of former Ohio State All-American Marvin Harrison Jr., has committed to the Buckeyes' 2028 class Ohio St. adds. Quarterbacks saw significant movement in the rankings, and a new five-star player has bolstered Texas A&M's incoming class SC Next ESPN 300.

General Sports & Other

Team Scotland has completed their kitting-out day for the Commonwealth Games, receiving their official attire and various items Speedboats, handbags & free. Northern Ireland sprinter Lauren Roy expressed feeling "punished" after not being selected for the Commonwealth Games Roy feels 'punished'. The 2026 WNBA All-Star Game is scheduled to take place in Chicago on July 25, and discussions are underway regarding which players should be selected as starters Which WNBA players should. Michigan has fallen out of the top three in the Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings, with minimal changes elsewhere among the top teams Way-Too-Too-Early Top 25. The World Series of Poker (WSOP) main event is the tournament's highlight, and an update is provided on developments since the last ESPN coverage and what to anticipate this year Shuffle up deal.