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Prince William Intervenes After Prince George Says No to Tandem Bike Joke at Commonwealth Games
During a Commonwealth Games visit in Glasgow, the Prince and Princess of Wales watched netball and cycling before William stepped in when TV presenter Gethin Jones asked Prince George a question about riding a tandem in the velodrome; George bluntly replied 'No', prompting William to joke that they embarrass him, as the family also met athletes at Wales House and interacted with Dame Laura Kenny and Sir Chris Hoy, with Charlotte and Louis joining in on the day’s activities.
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UEFA warns of World Cup boycott as FIFA pushes private investment plan
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Infantino’s covert bid to privatise the World Cup sparks governance storm
FIFA president Gianni Infantino reportedly drafted a secret plan to privatise or sell stakes in the World Cup, a unilateral proposal developed behind closed doors that has drawn anger from UEFA and other football authorities and raises questions about governance, funding, and the calendar if it ever goes to a vote.
World Cup under threat as 55 nations weigh boycott over FIFA privatization plan
European football bodies are weighing a World Cup boycott after Gianni Infantino unveiled plans to spin off part of FIFA into a private enterprise and raise billions; UEFA publicly opposes the move, warning football’s governance should not be traded, and an emergency meeting is planned as nations threaten to act if the plan isn’t reversed. Infantino argues the funding would boost support for member associations, but European participation could be at risk, risking chaos at the next World Cup, with Brazil hosting the Women’s World Cup next year referenced in the coverage.
McGregor hints at a dramatic UFC return with two bold asks
McGregor says he will have leg scan results soon and has called for UFC 329 to be ruled a no-contest with bets refunded, while also signalling a possible extension of his UFC contract and interest in future ventures.
Centre Court Showdown: Sinner Seeks Back-to-Back Wimbledon Title Against Zverev
Jannik Sinner defends his Wimbledon title against Alexander Zverev in a Centre Court final, with Sinner aiming for back-to-back crowns while Zverev looks to back up his French Open triumph; Sinner has won nine straight against Zverev, and the match features high-stakes serves and long rallies as both try to claim major glory.
England edge Mexico thriller to reach World Cup quarter-finals
England survived a late scare to beat Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca and reach the World Cup quarter-finals, with Jude Bellingham scoring a quick-fire double and Harry Kane converting a late penalty after Jarell Quansah was sent off; Mexico pressed in stoppage time but England held on to set up a last-8 clash with Norway as Tuchel publicly criticised the referee and VAR.
Lightning Triggers FIFA Weather Protocol in Mexico–England World Cup Delay
Lightning near the Mexico City stadium activated FIFA’s weather protocol for World Cup 2026, delaying the Mexico v England last‑16 match; NOAA rules require stopping play if a lightning strike is detected within eight miles, triggering a 30‑minute countdown that resets with each strike and can lead to a restart on a shortened timeline or, if conditions don’t improve, a postponement with the clock resumed from the pause.
Osaka stuns Sabalenka as Wimbledon crowd boos on Centre Court
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka was booed on Centre Court after angrily launching a ball as Naomi Osaka defeated her in the Wimbledon fourth round, ending Sabalenka’s run. Sabalenka said her level was low and she needed to adjust, while Osaka advanced to the quarter-finals, the first Grand Slam quarter-final she has reached on a surface other than hard court.
Osaka Stuns Sabalenka to Reach Wimbledon Quarter-Finals
Naomi Osaka defeated world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-2 7-6 (7-2) to reach Wimbledon’s quarter-finals for the first time, ending Sabalenka’s streak of 21 Grand Slam tiebreaks; Novak Djokovic also advanced to the men’s quarter-finals with a four-set win, keeping his chase for a 25th major alive as the draw tightens.
Late-night England-Mexico World Cup clash prompts pubs open, schools flex hours, police on alert
Pubs in England and Wales can stay open until 05:00 BST to broadcast England’s 1am World Cup last-16 match with Mexico, while schools are urged to be flexible for late-night viewing. Police will deploy extra officers and conduct more breath-testing to deter disorder and drink-driving, with a no-spoiler BBC rerun planned and officials advising parents to balance celebrations with Monday morning schooling as FIFA weighs scheduling changes for the game.
Tillman seals USA’s World Cup last-16 after Balogun red card
USA beat Bosnia 2-0 in San Francisco to reach the World Cup last-16, despite Folarin Balogun receiving a straight red in the second half. Malik Tillman's late free-kick sealed the win as the hosts advance to face Belgium.