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bleedingcool.combusiness2 hrs ago
FIFA Projects 2023-2026 Revenue Above $15 Billion After 2026 World Cup with Higher Ticket Prices
The 2026 World Cup ended Sunday with FIFA projecting more than $15 billion in cycle revenue, nearly double its prior estimate. Expanded format and ticket demand drove results despite record prices.
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france24.comsports3 hrs ago
American Rider Brandon McNulty Collides with Motorist En Route to Tour de France Time Trial
American cyclist Brandon McNulty was confronted by an angry motorist on his way to Tuesday's time trial at the Tour de France but escaped injury. The driver, a member of the public, overtook McNulty before stopping and causing a collision. McNulty was scheduled to compete later i…
skysports.comsports4 hrs ago
Referee Steps Down From Elite Matches Citing Pressure
A referee announced his departure from top-level officiating, describing the role as a privilege while noting intense pressure and constant scrutiny. He said the timing is right to move to the next stage of his career.
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themandarin.com.ausports5 hrs ago
PGA Tour, DP World Tour and Asian Tour form alliance through 2029 as LIV Golf funding ends
The three tours announced a strategic partnership on July 21, 2026, to expand commercial opportunities and player pathways. The move affects the Asian Tour's prior ties to LIV Golf.
Japan Timessports6 hrs ago
Argentina fans gather in Buenos Aires for national team parade
Thousands of supporters lined streets in the capital as the national team returned from a World Cup final loss to Spain. Local authorities organized a bus parade to mark the occasion.
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world7 hrs ago
ESPN Begins Layoffs, Expected to Cut Baseball Anchor Karl Ravech
ESPN started notifying staff of cuts on Tuesday, with longtime announcer Karl Ravech among those expected to depart after more than three decades. The moves follow the network's January acquisition of NFL Network.
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Al Jazeeraworld11 hrs ago
Australia Names 13-Man Squad for Bangladesh Test Series
Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon return from injury for the two-Test home series against Bangladesh. The matches are scheduled for Darwin and Mackay in August.
worldsoccertalk.comsports16 hrs ago
Brazil soccer player undergoes chin procedure after World Cup
A Brazilian soccer player had a chin harmonization procedure performed by a dermatologist in Goiânia. Photos posted on social media show a visible change in appearance. The player appears in images with an ex-girlfriend at a gym and while signing a jersey.
Japan Timessports17 hrs ago
Argentina returns home after 1-0 World Cup final loss to Spain
Argentina's national football team returned to Ezeiza on July 20 after a 1-0 defeat to Spain. Captain Lionel Messi was absent from the arrival, and fans gathered outside the training complex despite the result.
slate.comsports20 hrs ago
ESPN releases trailer for documentary on Ohtani translator case
ESPN’s “30 for 30” account posted a trailer on Monday for a series titled “The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani” that includes an interview with the former translator for Los Angeles Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani. The translator was sentenced in February 2025 to 57 months in prison and o…
Fox Newssports20 hrs ago
Spain Forward Wears 'Make Spain Great Again' Hat at World Cup Victory Parade
Ferran Torres wore a hat reading 'Make Spain Great Again' during Spain's World Cup victory parade on Monday. The hat referenced the slogan used by President Trump, who presented the trophy after the final.
New York Postpolitics21 hrs ago
Man Arrested for Setting Bus Ablaze During Knicks Title Celebrations
Jonathan Strahs, 30, was taken into custody Monday at his Brooklyn home on federal arson charges. Authorities say he set fire to a charter bus in Times Square on June 14 amid the Knicks' first championship win in 53 years.
sports22 hrs ago
Menzies Beats Humphries 10-7 to Advance at World Matchplay
World number two Luke Humphries fell to Scotland's Cameron Menzies 10-7. Menzies sealed the win with a 170 checkout and advances to face Ross Smith.
winnipegfreepress.comworld22 hrs ago
LPGA player Brooke Henderson engaged to minor league baseball player
LPGA star Brooke Henderson and minor league baseball player Ricky Castro announced their engagement on Instagram. The announcement followed Henderson's second-place finish at the Amundi Evian Championship in France.
worldsoccertalk.comsports22 hrs ago
Spain defeats opponent 3-1 to win 2026 FIFA World Cup final in East Rutherford
Spain defeated its opponent on July 19 to claim the title and add a second star to its national team shirts. The victory followed a series of prematch events in the New York area.
business23 hrs ago
Former Rugby League Player Scott Dureau Dies at 39 After Cancer Battle
Scott Dureau, who played for the Newcastle Knights and Catalans Dragons, died after more than a decade battling brain cancer. The Catalans Dragons confirmed the death on July 20. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports21 hrs agoUpdated
Packers, Devonte Wyatt agree to three-year, $57 million extension
The deal includes a $20 million signing bonus and keeps the defensive tackle under contract through 2029.
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Wiredtechnology1 day ago
Cambridge Study Finds 2026 World Cup Emissions at 4.23 Million Tons but Economic Benefits Still Exceed Climate Costs
A University of Cambridge team published a climate-viability framework and applied it to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Coldplay’s 2024 tour. Fan travel drove 82 percent of the World Cup’s projected 4.23 million metric tons of emissions. Economic benefits still exceeded climate cost…
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld1 day ago
Glasgow to Host Scaled-Back Commonwealth Games Starting July 24
The 2026 Commonwealth Games will feature 10 sports after Victoria withdrew in 2023. Glasgow will host more than 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories.
ESPNsports1 day ago
Mobii Systems Sues LIV Golf for Over $1 Million After League Ends Use of Its Technology
A Canadian technology company filed suit Friday in Miami federal court alleging LIV Golf failed to pay licensing and usage fees this season. The complaint seeks damages exceeding $1 million including lost revenue from remaining 2026 events.
theconversation.comsports1 day ago
Spain defeats Argentina to win 2026 World Cup final hosted by the United States
Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup title against Argentina. The 48-team tournament featured a U.S. co-host role and political tensions involving Iran.
New York Postsports1 day ago
Former NFL player arrested in Ohio over unpaid child support
A former running back was taken into custody Sunday in Canton, Ohio, after failing to pay $50,000 in child support. Authorities executed a Michigan warrant at an autograph event.
reviewjournal.compolitics1 day ago
U.S. to Apply Immediately to Host Next Available World Cup
President Trump stated the United States will submit an application right away to host the next available World Cup. The announcement follows the 2026 tournament, which is scheduled for the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
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Forbespolitics1 day ago
White House Shares Photos of Trump at World Cup Trophy Presentation
The White House posted six images from Sunday's World Cup final that show President Trump at the trophy presentation. FIFA's social media posts appeared to exclude him from the same event.
sbs.com.ausports1 day ago
Remco Evenepoel Wins Tour de France Mountainous Stage 15
Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel took victory in the 15th stage. The result clarified leadership within the Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe squad for the remainder of the race.
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screenrant.comsports1 day ago
Shakira and Burna Boy Perform World Cup 2026 Anthem at Spain-Argentina Final Halftime Show
Shakira performed the official anthem at MetLife Stadium on Sunday in a custom Roberto Cavalli outfit covered in more than 200,000 Swarovski crystals. The design drew on a sunset palette requested by the singer.
sports1 day ago
CBC Sports Begins Commonwealth Games Coverage Thursday from Glasgow
CBC Sports will open its broadcast of the Commonwealth Games on Thursday with the live opening ceremony from Glasgow. The network plans more than 1,200 hours of coverage across television and digital platforms during the 10-day event.
ESPNsports1 day ago
Cameron Young finishes second at Open Championship after final-hole bogey
Cameron Young started the final round seven shots behind the leader and reached a share of the lead before a closing bogey left him one stroke short of the title.
The Independentsports21 hrs agoUpdated
Spain’s men’s team returns to Madrid after 2026 World Cup win; 13-year-old dies in local celebrations
Spain's men's national football team arrived in Madrid on Monday after defeating Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. An estimated 1.8 million people lined the streets as the squad met King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez before boarding an open-top bus for…
Fox Newsworld1 day agoUpdated
F-16 Jets Intercept Three Aircraft That Entered Restricted Airspace Over New Jersey During World Cup Final
North American Aerospace Defense Command F-16s intercepted three general aviation aircraft after more than 10 planes entered temporary flight restrictions over Bedminster and East Rutherford on Sunday. The action occurred during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.
Al Jazeerasports21 hrs agoUpdated
2026 World Cup ends July 20 after six weeks in North America
The tournament ended Sunday with several personal moments drawing attention during the event. These included family reunions player family appearances and fan interactions at matches.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
SB19 to Throw Ceremonial First Pitch at MLB Game July 29
The Filipino group will become the first P-pop act to perform the MLB tradition when the Chicago White Sox host the New York Yankees. The appearance forms part of a wider tour that includes U.S. and Japan dates.
bleedingcool.comsports1 day ago
Victor Wembanyama laughs at heckle referencing Knicks’ 2026 NBA title
A fan at Fanatics Fest in New York shouted that Jalen Brunson was Wembanyama's father on July 19. The Spurs forward responded with laughter more than a month after the Knicks won the 2026 NBA Finals.
soompi.comworld1 day ago
South Korean Wrestler Jang Chang-sun Dies at Age 83
Jang Chang-sun, the first South Korean athlete to win a world championship in any sport, died Monday at age 83. The Korean Sport & Olympic Committee announced the death and will organize an official funeral this week.
business1 day ago
AFL Tribunal to Hear Adelaide Crows’ Challenge of Darcy Fogarty’s Three-Match Ban
Abc reported that the Adelaide Crows are challenging a three-match striking ban on forward Darcy Fogarty at the AFL Tribunal. The hearing is scheduled to begin remotely at 5:30pm AEST on 20 July 2026.
globalnews.casports1 day ago
Scaloni Says He Will Fulfill Contract Until December Before Deciding Future
@FabrizioRomano reported Lionel Scaloni's comments on his contract and plans. Scaloni said he deserves time to decide after completing his term. He also reflected on the current group.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Japanese Slugger Rintaro Sasaki Signs With Marlins
The 21-year-old first baseman from Hanamaki, Iwate Prefecture, announced on Sunday he will sign with the Miami Marlins after being selected in the eighth round of the MLB draft. He turned down a first-round selection by the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks in the NPB draft.
koreaherald.comsports1 day ago
KT Wiz Win Seven Straight, Move to Second in KBO Standings Behind Samsung Lions
The KT Wiz swept the LG Twins after the All-Star break and now trail the Samsung Lions by two games. The team opens a three-game series against the Doosan Bears on July 20.
yna.co.krworld1 day ago
Daejeon Chosen to Host 2029 Invictus Games over Danish and U.S. Bidders
Daejeon, South Korea, won the right to stage the 2029 Invictus Games on July 20. The city defeated bids from Aalborg, Denmark, and San Diego, United States, in a unanimous vote by the Invictus Games Foundation board.
Yonhapworld1 day ago
South Korea spent 235 million won from unification fund on cheering at North Korean women's football matches in Suwon
The unification ministry disclosed the spending from the Inter-Korean Cooperation Fund on July 20, 2026. Funds covered civic group activities at matches in Suwon and ministry preparations for the events.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Logano wins first NASCAR Cup race of season at North Wilkesboro
Joey Logano held off Denny Hamlin to claim his first NASCAR Cup Series victory of the season Sunday night in the first points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 30 years. The 36-year-old extended his streak of winning at least one race to 15 consecutive seasons.
forbes.comsports1 day ago
Mbappé Wins Golden Boot With 10 Goals as Spain Claims 2026 World Cup Title
The France forward claimed the award for the second time after scoring twice in the third-place match. Spain defeated Argentina in extra time to win the tournament.
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Forbesfinance1 day ago
Thoroughbred Wins San Diego Handicap at Del Mar After Poor Start
The horse overcame a five-length deficit at the start to win the Grade 2 San Diego Handicap. The victory adds to a record of seven wins in 14 career starts and more than $4.7 million in earnings.
bleedingcool.comsports1 day agoUpdated
NBA Declines to Discipline Bam Adebayo After Striking Tyler Herro at Las Vegas Gym
The NBA has decided against any discipline for Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo after he struck former teammate Tyler Herro at a Las Vegas gym last Friday. The league reached the decision after discussions with both players and the players' union.
eonline.comsports1 day ago
Athletes and Stars Appear at Fanatics Fest Events in New York
LeBron James, Anthony Edwards and others spoke at Fanatics Fest on July 16-17. The Baltimore Ravens received a humanitarian award earlier in the week. ESPN reported the appearances and statements.
sports1 day ago
Angels Defeat Tigers 3-2 to End Four-Game Skid
Ryan Johnson allowed one run over five innings as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2 on Sunday. RBI hits from Jorge Soler and Zach Neto provided the decisive offense.
The Independentsports1 day ago
2026 World Cup Generated $20 Billion in U.S. Economic Activity
Bank of America estimates the tournament produced $40 billion in total fresh economic activity, half of it in the United States. Consumer spending rose 5% to 6% year-over-year among the bank's customers, with sharp gains in host cities. The event ran from June 11 to July 19.
nypost.comsports1 day ago
Giants lose 6-3 to host team after early lead
The visiting team fell behind after a fifth-inning pitching change and two errors. A pinch-hit home run in the sixth proved decisive. The series ended in a loss for the visitors.
Washington Examinerpolitics1 day agoUpdated
Trump Presents Trophy at 2026 World Cup Final
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. President Trump joined FIFA President Gianni Infantino on the field for the trophy presentation.
abcnews.go.comsports1 day ago
2030 World Cup to Span Six Countries Across Three Continents
The 2030 FIFA World Cup will be held across Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. Centenary matches open the event in South America on June 8 and 9 before the main tournament shifts to Europe and Africa. The final is scheduled for July 21.
bleedingcool.comsports1 day ago
Gary Anderson Defeats Ryan Joyce 10-2 at World Matchplay in Blackpool
The 12th seed averaged 109.96 and hit finishes of 144 and 141 to advance. He will face fifth seed Jonny Clayton in the second round.
espn.comsports1 day ago
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Says Back Feels Better After All-Star Break but Will Continue Treatment
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. said his back feels better following the All-Star break. The 27-year-old All-Star, under a $500 million contract, will continue treatment to prepare for the second half.
Nbc Newssports1 day ago
Spain Beats Argentina in 2026 World Cup Final Hosted by North American Nations
Spain beat Argentina in the men’s World Cup final on Sunday. The tournament hosted by North American nations drew fans despite concerns over ticket prices and U.S. immigration enforcement. Semafor reported the result and noted limited operational issues.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Philadelphia Phillies Sign Wuilfredo Antunez to Two-Year Minor League Contract
The Philadelphia Phillies signed 24-year-old outfielder Wuilfredo Antunez to a two-year minor league contract days after the Cleveland Guardians released him. Antunez batted .196 this season after a strong 2025 performance interrupted by injury.
thesouthafrican.comsports1 day ago
Referee Stops Riley vs. Kamaka Fight in First Round at UFC 329
Luke Riley defeated Kai Kamaka by first-round knockout at UFC 329. Referee Kerry Hatley stopped the bout while Kamaka remained on his feet. Riley later defended the stoppage against criticism from Joe Rogan and other fighters.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Dallas Wings Defeat Sparks 90-82 to Extend Streak to Six Games
Paige Bueckers scored 25 points before exiting after a collision. Arike Ogunbowale added 20 points as Dallas improved to 17-8.
sports1 day ago
Dodgers Tell Ohtani to Stop Pitching Indefinitely Due to Knee Inflammation but Keep Him in Lineup
The Los Angeles Dodgers have directed Shohei Ohtani to halt pitching due to left knee inflammation. He will continue hitting and remains on track for a postseason return.
washingtonpost.comsports1 day ago
McIlroy Finishes Ninth at Open Championship After Even-Par Weekend
Rory McIlroy ended the Open Championship at 1-under par, nine strokes behind winner Ryan Fox. He led the field in driving distance and strokes gained off the tee but posted a 1-over 71 in the final round at Royal Birkdale.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
FIFA to Award 30 Championship Rings to 2026 World Cup Winners and Sell Nearly 2,000 to the Public
FIFA will give championship rings to the 2026 World Cup winners in a first for the tournament. A total of 2,026 rings will be produced, with 30 allocated to the winning team and the rest sold to the public.
washingtonpost.comsports2 days ago
Scheffler Putts from Fringe on 72nd Hole, Leaves 10-Foot Par Putt
Scottie Scheffler chose to putt from off the green on the final hole of The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026. Sir Nick Faldo expressed surprise at the decision during Sky Sports coverage.