Sean Strickland upsets Khamzat Chimaev to win by split decision and claim the middleweight title at UFC 328 in Newark, New Jersey.
Harry Brook has stated he would accept the England Test captaincy if offered and believes it's possible to lead the country in all three formats of cricket. Ben Stokes, the outgoing Test captain, has endorsed Brook as his successor. Brook, who is already the white-ball captain, acknowledged the demanding schedule but suggested his lack of franchise cricket involvement would allow focus on fitness and captaincy duties.
Arsenal are reportedly set to intensify their pursuit of PSG forward Bradley Barcola this week, viewing him as a strong alternative to Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers. Barcola's contract situation and a potential move for RB Leipzig's Diomande to PSG could make him available this summer. Arsenal are also interested in Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier.
Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha gained millions of Instagram followers after a World Cup match, surpassing Tom Brady. While viral fame offers lucrative opportunities, experts warn it can be fleeting, with long-term career success depending on sustained engagement.
The new Nations Championship, a rugby Test competition, begins this weekend, pitting Northern Hemisphere teams (Six Nations, Fiji, Japan) against Southern Hemisphere giants (South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, Argentina). A play-off event in November at Twickenham will crown the inaugural winner and a parallel hemisphere champion.
Didier Deschamps is praised for his mid-tournament tactical adjustments with France's elite squad, maximizing talent like Kylian Mbappe. He has successfully adapted formations, notably switching roles for Olise and Dembele, to create a more stable and threatening team.
Serena Williams makes her return to Wimbledon after a four-year absence, facing a much younger opponent. Despite personal and professional evolution, including a second daughter and co-founding an NWSL team, Williams views her presence on court as a success, embracing the familiar yet new environment.
