Alcaraz’s Queen’s exit jeopardizes Wimbledon title run
Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz, the defending Queen’s champion and top seed, falls in the second round to Jack Draper 7 6 3 6 3. Draper, buoyed by a home crowd, secures the biggest win of his career as Wimbledon looms with Alcaraz level at two grass-court matches since his French Open win.
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Djokovic confirmed for Paris Games by Serbian Olympic Committee
The Serbian Olympic Committee announced that Novak Djokovic will compete in Paris, marking his fifth Olympics. Djokovic had knee surgery after withdrawing from the French Open and said the procedure went well, with events starting July 27 at Roland Garros.
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Willoughby Leads U S BMX Team to Paris Olympics
World champion Alise Willoughby will head the five rider U S BMX squad for Paris joining Felicia Stancil in her second Games and debutant Daleny Vaughn. The men feature Kamren Larson and Cameron Wood as part of the five rider roster.
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Ronaldo makes history with sixth European Championship appearance
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first player to play in six European Championship tournaments as he leads Portugal to a 2-1 win over the Czech Republic in the opener. He extended his Euro appearances to 26 while helping Portugal chase the title after a 3-0 warmup win over Ireland. Meanwhile, the Lakers hire JJ Redick as head coach, making his first coaching role after a long playing career and broadcasting work.
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Kim shoots 62 to lead Travelers with Scheffler three back
Tom Kim fired an 8 under 62 to grab a two stroke lead at the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler was tied for sixth, three behind, as the field began the first round in Cromwell Connecticut.
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Korda leads early at Women's PGA with 69 at Sahalee
Nelly Korda carded a 3 under 69 to grab the first round lead at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship in Sammamish Washington. She started strong with four birdies in five holes before a double bogey on the fourth. Leadoff and mixed scoring kept a cluster of players within one shot behind including Allison Corpuz Celine Boutier Charley Hull and Leona Maguire.
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Vols' HR run nears Gorilla Ball legend Bertman
In Omaha Tennessee’s 2024 Vols chase LSU great Skip Bertman’s 1997 record of 188 home runs in 70 games as they sit at 178 in 70 games heading into the College World Series finals against Texas A&M. Bertman notes the feat would require near four homers per game, with Tennessee already boasting five players with 20-plus homers and a .321 team batting average through the series.
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