According to ESPN, Kim Le Court-Pienaar won stage 6 of the Women's Tour de France in a sprint finish, while Switzerland's Marlen Reusser held onto the overall race leader's yellow jersey. The race is shaping into a tight contest as it heads toward the mountain stages.
According to the BBC, Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr has agreed to stay at Real Madrid on improved terms despite interest from Arsenal. The new deal cements his commitment to the club during what many consider the most productive stretch of his career.
The Phoenix Suns have signed defensive-minded forward Dillon Brooks to a three-year, $73 million contract extension running through the 2029-30 season. The deal is being viewed as part of the franchise's broader strategy to stabilize its core roster heading into a competitive stretch.
Real Madrid have presented Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior with a new, improved contract offer amid growing interest from Arsenal. Sources close to the club say talks are progressing positively and that the player is increasingly likely to stay at the Bernabéu.
Tadej Pogačar, the Tour de France champion, will return to the Vuelta a España for the first time since 2019, when he finished third overall as a 20-year-old neo-professional. The Slovenian is chasing a rare same-season Tour-Vuelta double that has eluded most modern general-classification riders. UAE Team Emirates has not detailed his specific role at the race.
Mohamed Salah, who has left Liverpool after a decade at Anfield, is in talks to sign for Turkish club Trabzonspor, the Super Lig side confirmed on Tuesday. The Egyptian forward would arrive as a free agent, with the club describing the contact as an early stage. Trabzonspor's domestic and European ambitions partly hinge on the outcome.
Ireland's Leona Maguire has been named among Team Europe's captain's picks for this year's Solheim Cup, with captain Anna Nordqvist also adding three uncapped rookies to the squad. The selections underline a broader challenge every Solheim Cup captain faces: balancing proven matchplay pedigree against fresh talent.
England midfielder Jordan Henderson has signed a two-year deal with Chelsea after his contract with Brentford was mutually terminated. The move adds a veteran leader with Champions League and Premier League title experience to a Chelsea squad built largely around younger players.
Victor Wembanyama, the San Antonio Spurs center, is reportedly set to receive his own signature shoe line from Nike, according to sources cited by ESPN. The move would place the 21-year-old Frenchman among a small group of active players with a dedicated sneaker, underscoring how quickly his marketability has grown since entering the league.
Liverpool built a two-goal lead at home but could not hold on, as Leeds United fought back to complete the turnaround and win the match. The result raises fresh questions about Liverpool's ability to close out games and hands Leeds a significant statement result.
Speculation over a potential Max Verstappen move to Mercedes has resurfaced as Red Bull's competitiveness fluctuates. BBC Formula 1 experts weighed in on how realistic the rumours are and what would need to happen for the reigning multiple champion to switch teams.
Chelsea have confirmed the signing of striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton & Hove Albion, adding an experienced forward to Enzo Maresca's squad as the club continues reshaping its attack ahead of the new season.
Alexandra Eala cruised past second seed Elina Svitolina 6-3, 6-4 in the Mubadala DC Open quarterfinals, setting up a semifinal against four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka in the latest step of the Filipino teenager's rapid rise up the WTA rankings.
Newcastle United are set to confirm Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach on Saturday, days after Eddie Howe's exit was confirmed following a run of results that fell short of the club's ambitions since its takeover.
After seriously considering retirement, LeBron James signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers in what he called his career's 'last decision.' The 41-year-old star cited 'basketball happiness' as his priority in leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, and 76ers leadership responded directly to that call on a podcast.
Arsenal are growing increasingly confident of signing Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, with expectations rising that a deal for the Brazilian midfielder will be finalised in the coming days. The move comes during a turbulent period for Newcastle, who are grappling with financial constraints and have just seen head coach Eddie Howe leave the club.
Filipina rising star Alex Eala came back from 1-5 down in the second set to eliminate defending champion Leylah Fernandez and reach the Mubadala DC Open quarterfinals. It's the latest highlight in a breakout season that has taken her to a career-high ranking following her Wimbledon run.
Roberto Mancini has returned to coach Italy's national team, three years after leaving the job for a lucrative contract with Saudi Arabia, taking over a squad now described as being in crisis. In his first public comments on Wednesday, he apologised for the way he left.
Lando Norris claimed the first victory of the season for both himself and McLaren in a compelling Hungarian Grand Prix. The long-awaited win is being read as a significant signal both for the state of the championship battle and for the team's form. Here are the key moments from the race, and what the victory means.
Zinedine Zidane waited five years without taking another coaching job after leaving Real Madrid, holding out for the position he always wanted: head coach of the French national team. Taking over from Didier Deschamps, Zidane inherits one of the most talented squads in the world — but managing it may prove less straightforward than it looks. Here is the task ahead of him, and what to expect.
Tadej Pogačar has won a record-equaling fifth Tour de France title, becoming only the fifth cyclist ever to do so. The Slovenian rider kept the race under control through his dominance in the mountain stages and his consistency in the time trials. The victory marks the latest milestone in a career that has placed him among cycling's greatest names.
Real Madrid are expected to complete a $154 million deal for RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande in the coming hours, sources say, after Paris Saint-Germain withdrew their interest. The transfer reshapes Real Madrid's wing options at a moment when uncertainty still surrounds Vinicius Junior's long-term future at the club. The 21-year-old Ivorian is expected to become central to the club's attacking plans next season.
Arsenal have held early, exploratory interest in Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior, according to sources cited by ESPN, though no formal approach has been made. The Brazilian remains a key figure at the Bernabéu, and any move would rank among the most expensive in Premier League history. For now, sources stress the talks are speculative and far from concrete.
LeBron James has decided to join the Philadelphia 76ers alongside Jaylen Brown, describing it as his 'last decision' in a deliberate echo of his 2010 announcement joining the Miami Heat. The move marks a defining chapter in the career of one of basketball's greatest players. Reaction across the league has been immediate.
Harry Kane is set to begin talks over a new Bayern Munich contract, with Barcelona and Saudi Arabian clubs reportedly interested in signing the England captain. The 32-year-old has been Bayern's talisman since leaving Tottenham Hotspur in 2023. Any decision is expected to shape the next stage of his career.
Sha'Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles cruised through their first-round 100m races on Thursday at the US track championships, both sprinters signalling they are in strong form heading into the rest of the season.
A key part of England's World Cup squad, Elliot Anderson now carries the title of Manchester City's record signing. The midfielder's rise from Newcastle's academy through Nottingham Forest to the Etihad is a story of patience and steady development.
Kimi Antonelli won the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps to extend his championship lead, while Mercedes team-mate George Russell retired from the opening lap after contact with Lewis Hamilton, a result that leaves Russell 50 points behind in the title race.
Aston Villa have agreed a loan deal for Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho that runs until the end of the 2026-27 season and carries an obligation to buy. The structure says as much about both clubs' financial constraints as it does about the player himself.
Stephen Curry will become the first active player to be honored at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame with his own exhibit when it opens to the public on Friday. The move is seen as recognition of Curry's impact on basketball history extending beyond his on-court career.