Jannik Sinner took the first set against Andrey Rublev in their match at the Foro Italico. Rublev struggled with errors, while Sinner played a strong game, securing the first set 6-2 in 38 minutes. The match is taking place under cloudy skies with expected rain.
Paraguay is back at the World Cup for the first time since 2010. A mix of experienced veterans and young talents have La Albirroja confident of making an impact. Impressive wins over Brazil and Argentina helped Paraguay finish a comfortable sixth in the CONMEBOL standings.
Dave Allen is set to face Filip Hrgovic in a boxing match in Doncaster. The event will take place at Eco-Power Stadium, the home of Doncaster Rovers FC. Keyshawn Davis will also have a rematch against Nahir Albright.
The NFL will release the 2026 schedule for all 32 teams. The New York Jets have also added veteran wide receiver Tim Patrick. Geno Smith’s return in 2026 comes with one massive question.
The World Cup final will feature a halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS. FIFA announced the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 will include a Super Bowl-style concert. The show will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which is raising $100 million to help children access education and soccer.
Jordan Spieth is attempting to complete the career Grand Slam at the PGA Championship. He arrives outside the world’s top 50 and without a worldwide top-10 since last June. Former Ryder Cup player Chris Wood said he would love to see Spieth win the Grand Slam.
Golf analyst Jason Sobel has suggested Tommy Fleetwood as a potential contender at the PGA Championship. Sobel explained to host Brandon Baylor why Fleetwood could be a player to watch.
Scottie Scheffler is the favourite to win the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club. The course last hosted the PGA Championship in 1962. Scheffler won the Wanamaker Trophy last year.
Rory McIlroy says he was “pleasantly surprised” at how good his troublesome right foot felt as he completed nine holes of practice on the eve of the US PGA Championship at Aronimink near Philadelphia. McIlroy needed to halt his practice round on Tuesday after only three holes. He was suffering pain from the little toe on his right foot.
Teenage forward Julian Hall has become the youngest player to score a hat-trick in Major League Soccer. The Red Bull New York player, aged 18 years and 50 days, achieved the feat in a 3-2 win over Columbus Crew. Hall has nine league goals in 13 appearances this season.