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Last updated: July 7, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Tennis - Wimbledon & Beyond

Coco Gauff reached her first Wimbledon semifinal at age, battling past Jessica Pegula to set up a match against Karolina Muchova. Gauff's breakthrough moment on grass might finally solve her Grand Slam quarterfinal struggles. Meanwhile, Britain's Arthur Fery made history by reaching the Wimbledon quarterfinals, offering a bright spot for domestic hopes amidst a draw replete with unexpected contenders in the women's draw. Jannik Sinner also advanced to the semifinals, defeating Jan-Lennard Struff in his quest to defend his title. Elsewhere, Flavio Cobolli joked about needing a place to live after his quarterfinal heroics, and Alfie Hewett advanced in the wheelchair singles.

International Football & Sanctions

The International Olympic Committee advised sports bodies to end the vetting process for Russian neutral status ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, potentially paving the way for Russian athletes to compete. This provisional lifting of suspension could allow Russia to participate in the LA Games. In a separate football development, Uefa vice-president Laura McAllister warned that Fifa's decision regarding USA striker Folarin Balogun could lead to "an absolute cesspit" of political interference in the sport after he avoided a ban. On the pitch, Belgium mocked the USMNT with a 4-1 victory in a World Cup qualifier, while Virimi Vakatawa, a former French star, is relishing a potential comeback for Fiji against England.

Olympics & Sports Governance

Nordic Combined has been officially dropped from the 2030 Winter Olympics schedule due to declining competition numbers and public interest, marking the first time the sport will be absent from the Winter Games. The IOC's move to potentially allow Russian athletes to compete in 2028 is a significant shift in its policy towards Russia following the ongoing conflict. Separately, Geno Auriemma stated that the physical play involving Caitlin Clark should not be interpreted as a "referendum on America," addressing on-court confrontations.

Basketball & WNBA

Amir Khan, the viral student manager from the 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament, has entered the transfer portal to reunite with coach Will Wade at LSU. In the WNBA, the Golden State Valkyries continued their hot streak with a five-game winning run, propelling them to the top of the power rankings. Predicted reserves for the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game were also released, with 10 additional players expected to join the initial starters in Chicago alongside Angel Reese. In a major NBA transaction, two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo was signed by the Miami Heat from the Milwaukee Bucks.

Golf & Cycling

Jon Rahm is set to return to PGA Tour action at a revised Renaissance Club for the 2026 Scottish Open. Meanwhile, the Tour de France saw Mads Pedersen sprint to victory on the fourth stage, taking the yellow jersey from Jonas Vingegaard amidst challenging heat conditions.

Other Sports News

Doubles legends Bob and Mike Bryan expressed their disapproval of the ATP Tour's proposed reduction in doubles opportunities, arguing it would negatively impact jobs for emerging players. Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran died at the age of. UFC 329 is set to feature Conor McGregor against Max Holloway in Las Vegas as the main event. The upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games will see Olivia Breen captaining Team Wales. In rugby, England has called up Chandler Cunningham-South to replace the injured Cadan Murley for their Nations Championship match against Fiji.