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Tim Merlier won stage seven of the Tour de France in a bunch sprint, with Tadej Pogacar maintaining his overall lead. Soren Waerenskjold and Biniam Girmay finished second and third respectively.
England forward Ebony Salmon has signed a two-year contract with West Ham United after leaving Aston Villa. The 25-year-old, who has four caps for England, is the seventh summer signing for West Ham.
World number one Scottie Scheffler's streak of 1428 days and 78 consecutive cuts made in PGA Tour events has ended at the Genesis Scottish Open. Scheffler, who finished two-over-par after the second round, will miss the cut.
Conor McGregor returns to the octagon after a five-year absence, facing Max Holloway at UFC 329. His comeback is overshadowed by legal battles, including a civil case for sexual assault and missed drug tests, raising questions about his legacy despite his past achievements in MMA.
Michael Edwards has resigned as chief executive of football for Fenway Sports Group (FSG), Liverpool's owner. His departure is linked to FSG abandoning plans to acquire a second club, a key part of Edwards' broader remit. FSG confirmed his exit on Friday, with Edwards having informed them of his intention to step down in autumn 2025.
Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu is keeping expectations quiet ahead of their match against world champions South Africa. He emphasizes focusing on the team's performance rather than public pronouncements of victory, drawing on experience from past collapses. Tuipulotu believes Scotland has evolved and is excited for the challenge.
