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Tennis

Marta Kostyuk slams IOC Russia decision after reaching Wimbledon semi-final

Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostyuk has strongly condemned the International Olympic Committee's decision to provisionally lift its ban on Russian athletes. The world number 12 spoke out after reaching her first Wimbledon semi-final amid ongoing attacks on her home country.

Soccer

Justin Bieber joins star-studded World Cup final halftime show

Justin Bieber has been confirmed for the historic 2026 World Cup final halftime show, joining a star-studded cast curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin.

Tennis

Arthur Fery to face Alexander Zverev in historic Wimbledon semi-final

British wild card Arthur Fery is two wins away from a stunning Wimbledon title as he prepares to face Alexander Zverev in Friday's semi-final.

Soccer

FBI launch investigation into Argentina FA over $300m money laundering

The FBI has launched an investigation into the Argentine Football Association over allegations of money laundering involving hundreds of millions of dollars.

Soccer

Brighton forward Kaoru Mitoma faces police probe after Tokyo car crash

Brighton forward Kaoru Mitoma is being investigated by Japanese police following a traffic collision in Tokyo that left a cyclist in hospital.

Soccer

Liverpool target Paris St-Germain forward Bradley Barcola to replace Salah

Liverpool have identified Paris St-Germain forward Bradley Barcola as a primary transfer target to replace Mohamed Salah. The Anfield club face competition from Arsenal for the France international.

Baseball

Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander to retire after 2026 season

Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander has announced he will retire from baseball at the end of the 2026 MLB season. The 43-year-old is the oldest active player in the major leagues.

Other

Olav Kooij claims chaotic Tour de France stage five sprint victory

Dutch rider Olav Kooij claimed a spectacular bunch sprint victory on stage five of the Tour de France following a chaotic, crash-disrupted finale. Overall leader Torstein Traeen safely retained the yellow jersey.