The Manchester Super Giants won against the London Spirit by seven wickets in The Hundred women's cricket competition at Lord's. The Spirit scored 80 runs before being all out, and the Super Giants successfully chased the target with three wickets lost.
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London Spirit batted first and scored 80 runs in 91 balls before all players were out.
Ryana MacDonald-Gay took 4 wickets and gave away only 17 runs.
Manchester Super Giants chased the target in 59 balls for the loss of 3 wickets.
Marizanne Kapp was the top scorer for Spirit with 17 runs and took 2 wickets for the Super Giants.
Grace Harris and Amy Jones, the Spirit’s opening batters, were out early with low scores.
Super Giants’ captain Meg Lanning scored 21 runs before getting out.
Paige Scholfield scored 22 runs and helped finish the game quickly.
The Manchester team played their first match under the new name "Manchester Super Giants," previously called Manchester Originals.
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The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are both interested in trading for Hunter Goodman, a catcher for the Colorado Rockies. Goodman has strong statistics this season and could improve either team’s chances before the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline.
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The Yankees have a 57-45 record and are second in the AL East.
The Red Sox recently won 15 games in a row and are back in playoff contention.
Hunter Goodman is a catcher for the Colorado Rockies with 31 home runs and a .258 batting average in 95 games this season.
Goodman is considered the top trade candidate catcher in baseball right now.
Both the Yankees and Red Sox need to improve their catcher positions.
A sports writer named Kerry Miller called Goodman a “perfect” trade target for these two teams.
The Yankees and Red Sox are rivals, which could lead to competition for Goodman.
The Red Sox have a stronger group of young prospects, but the Yankees also have some players that could interest the Rockies in a trade.
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The Jacksonville Jaguars had a strong season in 2024, finishing 13-4 and making the playoffs under coach Liam Coen. After losing star running back Travis Etienne to another team, the Jaguars are now focusing on second-year running back Bhayshul Tuten to take a bigger role.
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The Jaguars finished the 2024 season with a 13-4 record and won the AFC South division.
They made the playoffs for the first time in three years.
Travis Etienne, the team’s main running back, left in free agency to sign a four-year, $52 million deal with the New Orleans Saints.
Etienne had 1,107 rushing yards and 7 rushing touchdowns in 2024, plus 292 receiving yards and 6 receiving touchdowns.
Bhayshul Tuten is a second-year running back expected to fill Etienne’s spot.
Tuten played in 15 games last year, rushing for 307 yards and 5 touchdowns on 83 carries.
Coach Liam Coen praised Tuten’s speed and ability to score, saying he is ready to have a big year.
The Jaguars also signed other running backs, but Tuten is seen as having the most potential to lead the team’s rushing game.
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Manchester City signed midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest on a five-year contract until 2031. Anderson, 23, became a key player for Forest and England, and City paid a club-record fee for him, beating competition from Manchester United.
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Elliot Anderson joined Manchester City from Nottingham Forest.
His contract with City lasts until June 2031.
The transfer fee set a new club record, higher than the £100 million paid for Jack Grealish.
Anderson was a key player for Nottingham Forest, helping them reach the Europa League semi-finals.
He played in every game for England at the World Cup under coach Thomas Tuchel.
Anderson was Nottingham Forest’s leader in touches and duels won in the Premier League last season.
He said he was determined to join City because they are one of the biggest clubs and winners.
City’s director of football praised Anderson’s energy, work rate, and passing skills.
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Ecuador’s Richard Carapaz won the 18th stage of the Tour de France by breaking away in the final climb. Race leader Tadej Pogacar kept his overall lead despite losing key teammates Brandon McNulty and Adam Yates, who dropped out or fell behind.
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Richard Carapaz won the 18th stage of the Tour de France on the Alpine climb to Orcieres-Merlette.
This is Carapaz’s second Tour de France stage win; he also won a stage in 2024.
Carapaz is closing in on the King of the Mountains competition, now seven points behind leader Pogacar.
Tadej Pogacar retained his overall lead with a 4.5-minute advantage over Remco Evenepoel.
Brandon McNulty, an important teammate for Pogacar, abandoned the race during stage 18.
Adam Yates, another Pogacar teammate, struggled and fell behind the main group.
Pogacar started the final climb with only two teammates remaining, fewer than usual for such a stage.
Swiss Mauro Schmid finished second and American Matteo Jorgenson third in the stage.
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France will announce its new national football coach on July 28, with Zinedine Zidane expected to take over from Didier Deschamps. Zidane, a former French football star, last coached Real Madrid and has led them to three Champions League titles.
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The French Football Federation will reveal the new coach at a press conference on July 28.
Zinedine Zidane is widely expected to replace Didier Deschamps as coach of the French national team, known as Les Bleus.
Zidane is 54 years old and has not coached since leaving Real Madrid in 2021.
Zidane led Real Madrid to three consecutive Champions League wins from 2016 to 2018.
Didier Deschamps coached France for 14 years and recently stepped down after France lost in the 2026 World Cup semifinals.
Zidane was a key player for France when they won the 1998 World Cup and the 2000 European Championship.
France’s upcoming matches include games against Turkey, Belgium, and Italy in the Nations League and other competitions.
Zidane won the Ballon d’Or, an award for the best football player, in 1998.
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President Donald Trump influenced FIFA to suspend a one-game ban for U.S. soccer player Folarin Balogun after he received a red card at the World Cup. This decision allowed Balogun to play in an important match, but it has led the Norway soccer federation to consider filing an ethics complaint against FIFA.
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President Trump called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review Balogun’s red card decision.
Balogun’s one-game ban was lifted so he could play against Belgium in the World Cup round of 16.
Belgium defeated the U.S. 4-1 after the controversial decision.
The Norway soccer federation plans to consider filing an ethics complaint over the incident.
Norway’s federation president, Lise Klaveness, said this decision broke long-standing World Cup rules.
Klaveness is also a member of UEFA’s executive committee and has spoken against political influence in soccer.
Norway previously joined a complaint that Infantino violated political neutrality rules by awarding Trump a peace prize.
Another complaint about the incident was filed with the International Olympic Committee for similar reasons.
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Boston Red Sox minor league player Justin Gonzales hit a big home run and then slapped the opposing team's catcher. This led to players from both teams leaving their benches and a brief confrontation. Gonzales is a promising young player showing toughness along with his skills.
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Justin Gonzales plays in Single-A baseball for the Boston Red Sox minor league system.
Gonzales hit a home run during a game against the Hub City team.
After scoring, Gonzales slapped the catcher’s facemask, apparently reacting to a comment.
Players from both teams came onto the field after the incident, leading to a brawl or scuffle situation.
Gonzales is 19 years old, stands 6 feet 5 inches tall, and weighs 210 pounds.
The Boston Red Sox major league team is doing well, with a recent 15-game winning streak.
The minor league team’s energy and fights reflect a more competitive attitude across all levels of the organization.
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Patrick Kane has signed a $16 million, two-year contract to return to the Chicago Blackhawks, the team he started his NHL career with. Kane, 37, is a top scorer and has helped the Blackhawks win three Stanley Cup titles.
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Patrick Kane agreed to a two-year contract worth $16 million with the Chicago Blackhawks.
The contract includes a full no-movement clause, meaning Kane cannot be traded or sent to another team without his approval.
Kane played over 15 seasons with the Blackhawks before joining the Detroit Red Wings and New York Rangers.
He helped Chicago win the Stanley Cup in 2010, 2013, and 2015.
Kane ranks high in Blackhawks history with 446 goals, 779 assists, and 1,225 points.
Last season with Detroit, Kane scored 16 goals and 41 assists in 67 games.
The Blackhawks are rebuilding and missed the playoffs the past few years.
Young player Connor Bedard, the No. 1 overall draft pick, is expected to play alongside Kane when he returns from shoulder surgery.
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Lane Kiffin, the LSU football coach, supports a new rule named after him that would stop college coaches from switching teams during the season. He spoke about this at the SEC Media Days and shared that he hopes it will help future coaches avoid difficult situations like his own move from Ole Miss to LSU.
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Lane Kiffin is the head coach of LSU football.
He moved from Ole Miss to LSU at the end of the previous season.
This move was widely talked about and led to the naming of a proposed Senate rule after him.
The "Lane Kiffin Rule" would ban in-season coaching moves in college football.
Kiffin supports the rule and believes it would prevent future coaches from facing similar challenges.
He compared the rule to the NFL, where coaches cannot move teams during the season because of existing rules.
Kiffin mentioned at SEC Media Days that he has given up social media.
The rule is part of a bill being considered by the U.S. Senate.
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The WNBA commissioner, Cathy Engelbert, met virtually with the players’ union leaders to talk about ways to protect players from online harassment. They discussed improving communication, increasing security, working with tech companies, and cooperating with law enforcement to stop abuse targeted at players.
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WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert and the players’ union had a meeting about player safety online.
The meeting happened after players shared threats and racist messages they received on social media.
A man who sent a racial slur to player Chelsea Gray was identified and fired from his job.
The WNBA uses a program called “No Space for Hate” to block hateful comments with AI technology.
The league’s security team investigates severe harassment cases.
They plan to work more closely with tech companies and law enforcement.
Players want better and more consistent communication from the league about these issues.
Some players have received threats after games, highlighting the ongoing problem of online abuse.
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Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper is adding $500 million to ongoing renovations of Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, bringing the total investment to $1.3 billion. The upgrades aim to improve the fan experience and help Charlotte attract major events like the Super Bowl, the NFL draft, and the 2031 Women’s World Cup.
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David Tepper is investing $500 million on top of previous upgrades for Bank of America Stadium.
Total renovation costs have reached $1.3 billion, with completion expected by 2030.
The stadium’s naming rights deal with Bank of America was extended long-term.
Renovations include new fan amenities and a 4,400-seat music venue to make the area a year-round destination.
The stadium hosts the NFL’s Carolina Panthers, MLS’s Charlotte FC, and various sports and entertainment events.
The project is privately funded; no new taxpayer money is required.
The city of Charlotte contributed $650 million originally, and Tepper’s company added $150 million before this latest investment.
The upgrades aim to strengthen Charlotte’s bid to host a future Super Bowl and other big sporting events.
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Fernando Alonso of Aston Martin is hopeful about a major car upgrade introduced at the Hungarian Grand Prix but warns against expecting too much improvement right away. Aston Martin delayed upgrades earlier in the season to focus on a big update, aiming to catch up with stronger teams, while Alonso is also considering his future in Formula 1 as his contract ends this year.
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Aston Martin introduced a major car upgrade at the Hungarian Grand Prix, including a lighter chassis and aerodynamic changes.
The team chose to introduce all new parts at once, rather than smaller upgrades over several races, due to budget limits.
Aston Martin started the season with a car and engine that were not very competitive compared to other teams.
Honda, the engine supplier, will introduce a development engine after the summer break at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Alonso has scored one point so far in the 2026 driver standings.
Alonso’s contract ends at the end of the 2026 season, and he is deciding whether to continue racing in Formula 1.
He is also evaluating if the current style of driving, which requires managing a lot of energy in the car, is enjoyable for him.
Aston Martin’s technical chief Adrian Newey said the team took a pause in early development to better understand their problems and prepare for a stronger upgrade in the second half of the season.
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A young mountain biker from Austria became the first person to ride off a hot air balloon while riding a bike. The stunt happened in Bulgaria and took two years to plan. Both the biker and the balloon had parachutes for safety.
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The mountain biker is from Austria.
He rode off a hot air balloon for the first time ever.
The event took place in Bulgaria.
The stunt required two years of preparation.
Both the biker and the balloon were equipped with parachutes.
The feat is considered an extreme sports achievement.
The story was reported on 23 July 2026.
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Minnesota basketball coach Niko Medved received a one-year contract extension and a raise after his first season leading the team. He will now be paid $3.2 million for the 2026-27 season and is signed through the 2031-32 season.
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Niko Medved is the head coach of the Minnesota men’s basketball team.
He got a one-year contract extension and a $100,000 raise this week.
His total salary for the 2026-27 season will be $3.2 million.
This salary ranks 17th out of 18 coaches in the Big Ten conference.
In his first season, the team had a 15-18 record and went 8-12 in Big Ten games.
The team struggled with injuries during that season.
Medved is an alumnus of Minnesota, previously worked there as a student manager and assistant coach.
He has been a head coach for 14 years, including time at Colorado State, Drake, and Furman.
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Aston Villa has signed winger Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea on loan until the end of the 2026-27 season, with an option to make the transfer permanent next summer if certain conditions are met. Garnacho, 22, has agreed to a four-year contract with Villa, who hope he will contribute more than he did at Chelsea.
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Alejandro Garnacho joined Aston Villa on loan from Chelsea for the 2026-27 season.
The transfer will become permanent next summer if specific criteria, likely related to appearances, are fulfilled.
Garnacho has agreed to a four-year contract with Aston Villa.
Chelsea bought Garnacho from Manchester United last September for about £40 million.
Chelsea recently signed Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a record £117 million.
Garnacho scored 8 goals and made 4 assists in 43 games for Chelsea last season.
Villa’s head coach Unai Emery expressed happiness about Garnacho joining and highlighted his talent and potential.
Aston Villa's total player sales this summer are nearly £200 million, including several departures.
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Florida’s new football coach, Jon Sumrall, joked at a media event after a reporter’s phone went off, saying the reporter could be kicked out of a team meeting. Sumrall is starting his first season as Florida’s head coach after the team had a difficult previous year.
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Jon Sumrall called out a reporter at the SEC Media Days for a phone ringing during the event.
Sumrall made a joke about throwing the podium but said he wasn’t serious and was only joking.
Former coach Billy Napier was fired last season after a 3-4 start, and Sumrall replaced him.
Sumrall has previously won conference championships with Troy and Tulane football teams.
Florida’s team struggled last year, finishing 4-8 and missing a Bowl game.
Sumrall must choose the starting quarterback between Georgia Tech transfer Aaron Philo and Tramell Jones Jr.
Sumrall said the quarterback doesn’t need to be like former player Tim Tebow but must manage the game well.
Florida will begin its next football season on September 5 against Florida Atlantic University.
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The Boston Red Sox were close to trading their star relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman to the Chicago White Sox before their recent 15-game winning streak. However, the trade did not happen, and the Red Sox remain strong contenders for the postseason.
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The Red Sox entered the MLB trade deadline as potential sellers but now may buy players or keep their current team.
Aroldis Chapman is an important relief pitcher (closer) for the Red Sox.
There were reports that Boston nearly traded Chapman to the White Sox just before July 3.
Other sources denied the trade was close to happening.
The Red Sox had a 15-game winning streak that ended with a loss to the Orioles.
The White Sox lead the AL Central division but may compete with Boston for a wild card spot.
Chapman would have helped Chicago’s bullpen, which has some inconsistent players.
The Red Sox are glad to keep Chapman as they remain in postseason contention.
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LeBron James has not yet announced which team he will play for next season, and his son, Bronny James, said he does not know either. LeBron left the Los Angeles Lakers after eight years, and there is much speculation about his next team, including the Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Miami Heat.
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LeBron James has left the Los Angeles Lakers after eight years with the team.
Bronny James, LeBron’s son, does not know where his father will play next season.
The Golden State Warriors were once seen as the top choice for LeBron’s next team.
Recently, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat have become leading candidates.
A leaked video suggested LeBron might have a press conference with the Miami Heat on July 27.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said LeBron’s decision is delaying the NBA schedule.
Bronny played 42 games last season with the Lakers, averaging 2.9 points per game.
If LeBron and Bronny play on different teams next season, they could face each other in games.
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Jose Caballero, a New York Yankees player, caused another delay during a game due to disagreements about the pitch clock rule. He has a history of pushing the limits of this rule, which aims to speed up baseball games by limiting the time between pitches.
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Jose Caballero frequently tests the pitch clock rule in Major League Baseball (MLB).
The pitch clock is designed to make games faster while giving pitchers and batters a fair chance.
During a recent Yankees vs. Pittsburgh Pirates game, Caballero caused a delay related to the pitch clock.
Caballero was heard complaining, saying "You're picking on me!" during the incident.
After the game, Caballero mentioned the league had changed a rule about him before.
Fans and players have mixed opinions about whether Caballero is following the spirit of the pitch clock rule.
Caballero has a .295 on-base percentage and an OPS+ of 89, which are modest baseball statistics.
His behavior divides opinion: some find him annoying, while Yankees fans support him because of his defense.
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