Rory McIlroy started Tuesday laughing about ripping off a troublesome toenail but the soreness forces him to halt a practice round early, writes Iain Carter.
SportsAI18-year-old Lamine Yamal is drawing comparisons to Lionel Messi, but the Barcelona prodigy is determined to forge his own identity. Praised for his composure and talent, Yamal has already achieved significant milestones and is seen as a future star for both Barcelona and Spain.
SportsAIUkrainian Marta Kostyuk faces Russian Mirra Andreeva in the French Open semi-finals, with the ongoing war in Ukraine casting a shadow over the match. Both players have differing approaches to discussing the conflict, while another Russian player, Diana Shnaider, also faces scrutiny.
BREAKINGAIThe New York Knicks secured a 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, extending their playoff winning streak to 12 games. Despite trailing by 14 points, the Knicks rallied, led by Jalen Brunson's 30 points, to win on the Spurs' home court.
SportsAIFlavio Cobolli defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime to reach his first Grand Slam semi-final at the French Open. The win guarantees an Italian finalist, with Cobolli set to face another Italian opponent.
SportsAIFormer Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate revealed he battled depression during his final season at the club due to the deaths of teammate Diogo Jota and his father, impacting his form.
SportsAILord's hosts its 150th Test match between England and New Zealand amid storylines of redemption and the growing influence of franchise cricket. England's squad sees new faces and returns, while concerns linger over player availability due to IPL commitments, prompting ICC action.
