Gloucester survive a second-half comeback from play-off chasing Exeter Chiefs to win just their third league game of the season.
Folarin Balogun's one-game ban for a red card has been suspended by FIFA, making him available for the USA's World Cup tie against Belgium. The decision has drawn astonishment from the Royal Belgian Football Association and praise from US President Donald Trump.
Wigan Warriors defeated St Helens 16-14 in a dramatic Super League Magic Weekend clash. Despite numerous handling errors and melees, Wigan secured the win with tries from Keighran, Field, and Eckersley, while St Helens' late surge fell short.
The third stage of the Tour de France will proceed without spectators due to raging wildfires in the eastern Pyrenees. While the race route is limited to riders and essential vehicles, the publicity caravan is cancelled. In the race, Tadej Pogacar helped his teammate Isaac del Toro win the stage and gained time on rival Jonas Vingegaard.
Australia decisively defeated England in the Women's Cricket World Cup final at Lord's. Despite a strong turnout and buildup, England struggled against Australia's dominant performance, highlighting the growing popularity and professionalism of women's cricket.
The White House successfully lobbied Fifa to overturn a one-game ban for US striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play against Belgium in the World Cup last-16. The decision, which surprised the Royal Belgian Football Association, was made under Fifa's disciplinary code allowing suspension of red cards not related to match-fixing.
Naomi Osaka defeated top seed Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 7-6(2) in the fourth round of Wimbledon. Osaka's dominant performance advances her to the quarter-finals for the first time and opens up the women's draw.
