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Last updated: June 5, 2026, 2:59 PM ET

Tennis

Alexander Zverev reached the French Open final and will contest his first Grand Slam title after defeating Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets, while Flavio Cobolli secured his maiden final appearance when Matteo Arnaldi withdrew with a viral illness. Zverev's path to the championship match marks a breakthrough for the German, who has reached multiple major semifinals but never captured the sport's biggest prizes.

Motorsports

NASCAR lost a legend as Hall of Famer Ned Jarrett died at age 93 from natural causes at his North Carolina home, remembered for his two Cup championships and decades as a broadcaster. Lewis Hamilton topped opening practice at the Monaco Grand Prix as Ferrari showed strong pace ahead of qualifying, while Michael Dunlop extended his Isle of Man TT record to 36 career victories with wins in both the Supersport and Sportbike races. In horse racing, Thundering On stormed from last to first under Dylan Browne McMonagle to claim the Epsom Oaks in dramatic fashion.

Rugby

Andy Farrell signed a four-year extension to remain Ireland head coach through 2031, calling the decision straightforward after leading the team's recent success. Ospreys became the third Welsh region to agree to the Professional Rugby Agreement with the Welsh Rugby Union, joining Cardiff and Scarlets in the new deal.

Cycling

Young French rider Celia Gery claimed stage seven victory in the women's Giro d'Italia, surging ahead in a sprint finish to add her name to the race's growing list of winners. The 23-year-old's triumph came during the mountainous stage that tested the peloton's climbing abilities.

NFL

ESPN's worst-to-first rankings stack last season's cellar-dwellers by their potential to rebound, with Detroit Lions fans hoping to see their team reclaim the NFC North crown after years of rebuilding. The analysis examines roster changes, draft picks, and coaching moves that could propel these franchises upward.

Baseball

Fantasy managers received concerning news about Aaron Judge as the Yankees slugger's latest injury update threatens his availability for the remainder of the season. Meanwhile, North Carolina first baseman Erik Paulsen Jr. shared stories about his late father while maintaining his smile and focus during the College World Series run.