James O'Brien 
Denise O’Sullivan, Liverpool’s record signing, is expected to leave this summer after six months with a likely return to the NWSL. The Republic of Ireland international joined for £300,000 and has been a key player for the Reds.
Ian Nolan, a former Manchester United executive, has been appointed as the new chief executive of the Rugby Football League (RFL). He will assume the role on 1 October, succeeding interim leaders Abi Ekoku and Rhodri Jones. RFL Chair Nigel Wood praised Nolan as the ideal candidate to lead the sport during a pivotal period, highlighting the success of the recent Magic Weekend event.
1979 Wimbledon semi-finalist Tracy Austin shares insights into the historical significance of competing on Centre Court at SW19. The article highlights her perspective as part of Wimbledon’s last four in 1979.
Dame Sarah Storey, Great Britain’s most-decorated Paralympian with 30 medals across nine Games, has retired from international competition. The 48-year-old cyclist cited the need to focus on improving Para-sport and criticized the lack of progress since London 2012. She will not compete at Los Angeles 2028, aiming to leverage new roles to advocate for Para-sport.
Coco Gauff made a remarkable comeback against Jessica Pegula in the Wimbledon quarterfinals, winning 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 to reach her first semi-final. The victory marks a significant milestone in her career, showcasing her resilience on the grass courts of Wimbledon.
Two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded from the Milwaukee Bucks to the Miami Heat. The deal included Bobby Portis moving to Miami, while Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Kasparas Jakucionis went to Milwaukee. Heat president Pat Riley called it ‘one of the great trades’ in franchise history.
Jelena Ostapenko and Marcelo Arevalo secured a straight-sets victory in the Wimbledon mixed doubles quarter-finals but faced post-match tensions. Laura Siegemund left the court upset after a time violation penalty, sparking a dispute between her partner Edouard Roger-Vasselin and Ostapenko over alleged slow play.
Wakefield Trinity secured a dominant 48-6 victory over Castleford Tigers, with multiple tries from Cameron Scott, Tom Johnstone, and Caleb Hamlin-Uele, significantly boosting their chances of securing a top-four finish in the Betfred Super League.
Madison Keys secured a victory over Amanda Anisimova in an all-American tie at Wimbledon 2026, advancing to the fourth round. The match featured standout moments, including Keys’ powerful forehand described as a ‘bazooka.’
Six-time Paralympic champion Bethany Firth set a new S14 100m backstroke world record at the Dutch National Championships in Eindhoven, improving her own record by 0.03 seconds. The achievement secured her funding for the upcoming season and positions her for the 2028 LA Paralympics. Firth will next compete at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.