Hong Myung-bo resigned as South Korea coach after the national team failed to reach the World Cup knockout stage. President Lee Jae-myung called for an investigation, while former players and fans demanded broader changes in South Korean football.
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Turkey beat the United States 3-2 on Kaan Ayhan’s stoppage-time goal, handing the Americans their first loss of the 2026 World Cup. The U.S. had already advanced and will face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32.
The WNBA suspended Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas for one game after reviewing a no-call and assigning a Flagrant Foul 2 for hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat. Fever coach Stephanie White criticized officials for failing to call the play during Wednesday’s game.
A permit to close streets near Madison Square Garden from July 2 to July 4 has fueled speculation that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may marry at the arena. City officials confirmed the permit filing, but the couple has not announced a venue.
Tennis great Chris Evert said her ovarian cancer has returned and that she has undergone surgery, with chemotherapy to follow. She will step back from Wimbledon coverage and other work commitments to focus on treatment.
The Washington Wizards selected BYU forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Utah took Darryn Peterson second, while Memphis chose Cameron Boozer third.
Wyndham Clark held off a furious final-round charge from Sam Burns at Shinnecock Hills to win his second U.S. Open title. Clark began Sunday six shots ahead but needed a late birdie and a closing par to finish one stroke clear.
Serena Williams will play singles at Wimbledon after accepting the All England Club’s final wild card. The 44-year-old will also compete in doubles with sister Venus Williams.