The UK government says it is in "discussions about supporting potential bids" to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s.
England secured a record 125-run victory over India in the third T20 international at Trent Bridge, taking a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. Phil Salt's 70 and Sam Curran's unbeaten 41 powered England to 201-7, before Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue's exceptional bowling dismissed India for 76.
Fifa has launched an investigation into alleged racist abuse involving American social media influencer IShowSpeed and a supporter during Argentina's 3-2 victory over Cape Verde. The incident reportedly occurred on July 3rd at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana has ruptured the ACL in his right knee during Belgium's World Cup match against the United States. The 24-year-old was substituted after 21 minutes and will likely be out for 6-9 months.
Coco Gauff overcame recent grass-court struggles to reach her first Wimbledon semi-final, defeating Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-3, 6-3. The American, who had a first-round exit last year and hadn't won a singles match on grass since 2024, showed fighting spirit to advance.
Arsenal are reportedly close to signing goalkeeper Illan Meslier from Leeds on a free transfer. The 26-year-old, out of contract this summer, is expected to join as third-choice keeper but could move up if Kepa Arrizabalaga departs.
The US World Cup campaign ended in a disappointing 4-1 loss to Belgium in the last-16. Despite a patriotic atmosphere, the team's performance faltered, overshadowed by controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's red card suspension. Poor defending was cited as a major factor in the heavy defeat.
