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Last updated: July 3, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

World Cup Action and Ratings Records

Portugal secured a dramatic victory over Croatia to advance to the last 16 of the World Cup, setting up a significant clash with Spain snatch victory without Ronaldo. In a sign of soccer's growing popularity domestically, the U.S. victory against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night was the most-watched soccer telecast in English-language history, drawing more than 24.4 million viewers sets domestic ratings record. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been extensively traveling across World Cup host nations, logging approximately 39,000 miles on his private jet during the tournament FIFA prez Infantino clocks. The U.S. Men's National Team coach Mauricio Pochettino described the round-of-32 match against Bosnia-Herzegovina as akin to "the final of the World Cup" Bosnia clash like WC. Brazil narrowly avoided a World Cup upset with a late 2-1 win against Japan, advancing to the round of 16 and raising questions about the team's aging stars avoid World Cup shock. Ronald Koeman has stepped down as the Netherlands head coach following their World Cup exit to Morocco Koeman quits Netherlands boss.

Wimbledon Draws Crowds and Sparks Debates

Wimbledon is underway with considerable attention on returning stars and emerging talents. Serena Williams made her singles return after nearly four years, facing Maya Joint and ultimately losing in a three-set thriller, though her doubles status remains uncertain due to a knee injury Williams' knee injury leaves. Defending champion Iga Swiatek began her title defense with a challenging three-set victory, later receiving praise from Martina Navratilova but marking herself down for her performance overcomes first-round scare. Coco Gauff rallied to reach the third round, winning a tight tiebreaker against Solana Sierra Gauff rallies to reach. Grigor Dimitrov also advanced, continuing an emotional return to the tournament after a difficult exit last year Dimitrov extends emotional return. Taylor Fritz impressed with a dominant performance in an all-white ensemble Dressed success, Fritz advances, while Arthur Fery became the sole British singles player to reach the third round, fueled by a dispute with his opponent Fery reaches third round. Nick Kyrgios made a controversial return to Wimbledon, swearing at an umpire during a doubles match where he was ultimately defeated Kyrgios swears umpire. Ben Shelton, a fourth seed, was surprisingly eliminated in the first round by Otto Virtanen Shelton stunned in 1st-round loss. Novak Djokovic delivered a strong performance to defeat Stefanos Tsitsipas and reach the third round Vintage Djokovic 'in full. Marcus Willis, known for his past match against Roger Federer, is back at Wimbledon cult hero back Wimbledon.

WNBA Season Heats Up with All-Star Snubs and Rankings

The WNBA season is reaching its midpoint, with discussions around All-Star selections and power rankings intensifying. Angel Reese expressed her disappointment, calling the lack of starters from the Eastern Conference-leading Dream "disrespectful" Dream's All-Star snubs. Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Aliyah Boston were named as starters for the All-Star Game, with Clark set to start her third consecutive game Clark, Boston, Mitchell named. The New York Liberty, led by Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart, secured their second WNBA Commissioner's Cup title by defeating the Las Vegas Aces 93-85, with A'ja Wilson ruled out of the final due to injury Liberty top Aces; 1st. The Lynx have ascended to the No. 1 spot in the WNBA Power Rankings, while the Dream have fallen from the top position WNBA Power Rankings. ESPN's rankings of the 50 best players in the WNBA have been released, featuring a mix of established stars and promising rookies Ranking 50 best players.

Rugby Union and Soccer Player Movements

In rugby union, Wales' squad has resolved a pay dispute with the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) just days before their Nations Championship opener against Fiji Wales squad in dispute settled. Former Wales and Lions center Ray Gravell is set to be inducted into the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame Welsh Sports Hall. George Furbank will make his first England appearance in nearly two years against South Africa in Johannesburg Furbank face Boks. Outgoing Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has stated he has no plans to return to Leinster after his tenure with the Wallabies Schmidt rules out Leinster. Scarlets have confirmed a loss of £2.1 million for the 2024-2025 season and have appointed Nigel Davies as their new head coach for two seasons Scarlets announce £2.1m loss. Ethan Galbraith is reportedly set to leave Swansea City for Stoke City after an eight-figure bid was accepted Swans accept eight-figure Stoke.

Golf and Boxing Updates

Phil Mickelson is denying new allegations of misconduct, rejecting claims that he was forced to leave several California golf clubs Mickelson disputes new misconduct. U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his hope to visit the Irish Open golf tournament at his Doonbeg resort in county Clare in September Trump planning to visit. Sergio Garcia will miss the Open Championship for the third time in four years, having again failed to qualify Garcia misses out. In boxing, Jaron "Boots" Ennis has climbed to the top of the junior middleweight rankings after his win over Xander Zayas Ennis claims top spot. Briton Moses Itauma has been ordered to enter talks regarding a fight for the IBF heavyweight title vacated by Oleksandr Usyk Itauma ordered hold talks.

Other Sports News

LeBron James is entering free agency with the Los Angeles Lakers, with reports suggesting the Golden State Warriors are targeting him for what could be the final move of his 23-year career LeBron's Last Dance -. The Supreme Court has upheld state laws that ban transgender girls and women from participating in school athletic teams SCOTUS upholds bans. In cricket, England have reached the T20 World Cup final after defeating South Africa Sciver-Brunt leads superb England. England's T20 match against India was abandoned due to rain England-India T20 abandoned. Former England spinner Alex Hartley believes the current England team is playing its best cricket in years and is confident about their World Cup semi-final chances England playing their best. In cycling, Josh Tarling is set to make his Tour de France debut just three weeks after breaking his collarbone Tarling - from hospital. Lando Norris suggested he is "paying the price" for the effort that secured him the 2025 title Norris 'happy I pain'. In motorsport, Lewis Hamilton stated that Silverstone will be a "completely different circuit" with this year's new cars Silverstone completely different. Aston Martin plans to introduce its first significant performance upgrade of the season at the Hungarian Grand Prix Aston Martin big upgrade. Jockey Frankie Dettori is recovering in hospital after breaking his ribs in a car crash Dettori breaks ribs. The World Series of Poker main event is set to begin in Las Vegas Stage set for 2026 WSOP main event. Former Olympic canoe racer David Hearn has been indicted on a felony charge related to vandalism of the Reflecting Pool Ex-Olympian indicted. Northern Ireland swimmer Bethany Firth broke her own S14 100m backstroke world record at the Dutch National Championships Firth breaks own record.