General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: July 3, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Tennis

Wimbledon is underway, with several top contenders navigating early rounds. Defending champion Iga Swiatek began her title defense with a tough three-set victory, though she later assessed herself a B+ despite overpowering her opponent. Coco Gauff rallied from a set down to advance, while Taylor Fritz’s sharp play and attire propelled him to the third round. Novak Djokovic, looking imperious, crushed Stefanos Tsitsipas to reach the third round. However, the tournament saw early exits for some, including fourth-seed Ben Shelton stunned in the first round, and British hopes dimmed with multiple players falling, though Arthur Fery kept British hopes alive by reaching the third round. Nick Kyrgios's return to doubles ended in a foul-mouthed defeat, and Dan Evans bid an emotional farewell to the sport after his final match. Serena Williams's singles comeback ended in a three-set thriller, with a knee injury casting doubt on her doubles participation.

Soccer

The World Cup continues to deliver dramatic moments and record viewership. Portugal secured a dramatic win over Croatia to advance to the knockout stages, setting up a tie with Spain. The U.S. team's victory against Bosnia-Herzegovina set an English-language telecast record, drawing over 24.4 million viewers. Brazil narrowly avoided a shock exit, with a late win against Japan, raising questions about the age of their squad. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reportedly logged nearly 39,000 miles on his private jet during the tournament, visiting various host nations.

Basketball

In the WNBA, the New York Liberty secured the Commissioner's Cup title for the second consecutive year, defeating the Las Vegas Aces 93-85. Sabrina Ionescu led the charge with 26 points, supported by Breanna Stewart's 25. A'ja Wilson was notably ruled out of the final with an ankle injury, impacting the Aces. Angel Reese expressed her disappointment, calling the lack of Atlanta Dream starters in the All-Star Game a "slap in the face" and "disrespectful" after the selections were announced. The league's power rankings saw the Minnesota Lynx ascend to the top spot, while the Dream dropped from first.

Boxing

The heavyweight division in Britain continues to produce talent, with Tyson Fury preparing for a potential bout with Anthony Joshua. Fury is set to fight Mariusz Wach in Thailand as a warm-up before facing Joshua. The rankings also saw Jaron "Boots" Ennis climb after becoming a two-division champion. Moses Itauma has been ordered to enter talks for the IBF heavyweight title.

Rugby Union

The Nations Championship is set to begin, with several teams confirming their squads and facing pre-match challenges. Wales's squad settled a pay dispute with the Welsh Rugby Union just days before their opener, ensuring focus remains on the match against Fiji. George Furbank will make his first England appearance in nearly two years against South Africa, while Jonny Gray returns for Scotland. Ireland faces a challenging start to the inaugural Nations Championship, with Australia and New Zealand on their schedule amidst injury concerns. Scarlets RFC reported a £2.1m loss for the season amidst challenging financial times, though they have confirmed Nigel Davies as their new head coach.

Cycling

Four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome has announced his retirement from professional cycling, concluding an illustrious career. Meanwhile, Josh Tarling, who broke his collarbone three weeks ago, is set to make his Tour de France debut after a rapid recovery.

Other Sports News

In cricket, England has improved its fielding significantly and is preparing for the T20 World Cup final against Australia, with captain Nat Sciver-Brunt declared fit for the semi-final. The team is also confident about their chances despite potential altitude challenges in South Africa. In golf, Phil Mickelson is disputing new misconduct allegations. President Donald Trump plans to visit the Irish Open golf tournament at his Doonbeg resort this September. In swimming, Northern Ireland's Bethany Firth broke her own S14. The Supreme Court has upheld state laws banning transgender girls and women from participating in female sports.