Hong Kong delivery riders and unions are demanding stronger government protections and fair compensation under a proposed statutory work injury scheme following months-long claim delays and meager payouts.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri, awarded the Golden Ball after captaining Spain to a World Cup win, faces potential back surgery that could sideline him for the season's start. His contract expires next June, adding uncertainty to his future amid Real Madrid interest.
Arsenal defender William Saliba will be out for an extended period due to a back injury sustained while playing for France in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The injury, which limited his training and led to substitutions, does not require surgery but necessitates a managed recovery program.
Arsenal defender William Saliba will miss an "extended period" due to a back injury sustained during the World Cup with France, which he had been managing for weeks. Surgery is not required, and he will undergo a managed recovery program after returning to London.
England's World Cup campaign is hit by right-back injuries as Jarell Quansah and Reece James miss training. Quansah suffered a twisted ankle, while James has a hamstring issue. Both are doubtful for the DR Congo match, raising questions about squad selection.
Katie Swan secured her place in the second round of Wimbledon, marking a significant comeback after battling injuries that dropped her ranking outside the top 1000. The British player's victory over Irina-Camelia Begu was a full-circle moment, as she had previously achieved her first Grand Slam main-draw win against the same opponent in 2018.
Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White confirmed Caitlin Clark will miss Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Sparks due to a lingering back injury. The setback follows Clark's exit from Wednesday's game against the Phoenix Mercury. The team will use the upcoming week-long break for treatment and recovery, with no confirmed return date.
The WNBA has suspended Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas for hitting Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark in the throat during a game. The league retroactively issued a Flagrant Foul 2 penalty for the incident, which occurred in the second quarter of Phoenix's road win.
Australia secured a dominant 98-run victory over the Netherlands in the T20 Women's World Cup. Beth Mooney, who scored an unbeaten 74, retired hurt with back stiffness but downplayed the injury, calling it precautionary.
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra will miss the Doha Diamond League on June 19 due to a back injury. He is undergoing rehabilitation in Switzerland and focusing on upcoming Commonwealth and Asian Games.
England netball star Helen Housby will miss the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow due to a back injury. The 31-year-old, who plays for New South Wales Swifts in Australia, was already sidelined for part of the Suncorp Super Netball season but further scans confirmed she cannot compete.
India's javelin sensation Neeraj Chopra will miss the Rome Diamond League due to ongoing rehabilitation for a back injury. His absence opens the door for fellow Indian Sachin Yadav, who impressed at the World Championships, to make his Diamond League debut. Chopra aims for full fitness for the Asian Games, having recently parted ways with coach Jan Zelezny.
India captain Harmanpreet Kaur faces squad balance challenges following Amanjot Kaur's long-term back injury. The team has called up Bharti Fulmali and Radha Yadav to fill the void ahead of the upcoming England series and the T20 World Cup.
Pat Cummins is set to return from a back injury for Sunrisers Hyderabad's eighth IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals after passing a fitness test. He is expected to retake captaincy from stand-in skipper Ishan Kishan.
Former England rugby wing Anthony Watson, capped 56 times and a 2019 World Cup finalist, retired at 30 last year due to a chronic back injury. Rather than regret, the ex-player describes his forced retirement as a "blessing" that gave him clarity and control over his life for the first time since age 13. Attending the Hong Kong Sevens as a Laureus ambassador, Watson said he would have risked his health to continue playing had the decision been left to him.
Praful Hinge delivered a dream debut for Sunrisers Hyderabad, taking 4 wickets in his first two overs against Rajasthan Royals. His career was once threatened by a back injury, but support from Varun Aaron and Glenn McGrath helped him recover and achieve this milestone.
