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Jannik Sinner defeated Novak Djokovic 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in two hours and 20 minutes to reach the Wimbledon final against Alexander Zverev, denying Djokovic a chance to claim a record-extending 25th Grand Slam. It was Sinner’s 99th Grand Slam win and keeps him as the favourite to defend his title, while Djokovic’s bid for sole ownership of the all-time record continues.
Karolina Muchova defeated Coco Gauff in a drama-filled, 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 (10) tiebreak to reach the Wimbledon final, denying Gauff's match point; she will face Linda Noskova in an all-Czech showdown for the title.
Jessica Pegula defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the Berlin Open semifinals, recovering from a second-set tiebreak and a rain delay to win 6-4, 6-7(4), 6-0 and advance to the final against Linda Noskova, who beat Alexandra Eala 6-2, 6-4.
In an improbable Roland Garros final, 19-year-old Mirra Andreeva faces world No. 114 Maja Chwalinska, the first qualifier to reach Paris’ final. Andreeva is the favorite with dominant clay form and very few sets lost in the tournament, while Chwalinska has produced a historic run with defense and variety to challenge the established favorite. The piece weighs each finalist’s edge and what the title could mean for their careers.
UEFA reveals the starting lineups for the Champions League final in Budapest: PSG's Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Joao Neves, Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz; Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia vs Arsenal's Raya; Mosquera, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapié; Rice, Lewis-Skelly; Saka, Ødegaard, Trossard; Havertz.
PSG and Arsenal meet in the UEFA Champions League final in Budapest’s Puskas Arena on May 30 at 17:00 GMT. PSG, the defending champions and Ligue 1 title-winners, navigate a knockout path to try for back-to-back titles, while Arsenal became the season’s only side to go unbeaten in the group stage and fought through the knockouts to reach their first final. The build-up centers on injuries and lineups, including Arsenal’s Timber and White injuries, PSG’s Dembele fitness doubts, and Saka likely to start on the wing, with published predicted starting XIs for both teams.
Arsenal and PSG meet in the UEFA Champions League final at Budapest’s Puskás Arena on Saturday (kickoff 17:00 GMT), with PSG defending their title after last season’s 5-0 final win and Arsenal chasing their first European crown after winning the Premier League; coverage includes pre‑match build‑up and live text by Al Jazeera Sport.
World champion Luke Littler, 19, edged Luke Humphries 11-10 in a dramatic Premier League final at The O2, averaging 111 with 12 maximums and sealing victory on double 20 after Humphries missed a match dart; Littler regains the title and adds to a standout 2026 that already includes the World Championship, World Masters and UK Open, taking £350,000 plus a £60,000 six-night bonus.
Ahead of the Budapest Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal, a panel recaps this season’s highlights—moments like Trubin’s stoppage-time goal, standout performances from Kvaratskhelia and Vitinha, and a clutch list of memorable games—and offers predictions, a best XI discussion, and thoughts on what could change next season.
The Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna features a mix of daring performances and dramatic staging—from Finland’s violin-driven Liekinheitin to Australia’s Delta Goodrem and Moldova’s Viva—along with eye-catching moments like Norway’s Ya Ya Ya. Protests over Israel’s participation shadow the event as acts from across Europe compete for the trophy on Saturday night.
Bulgaria's Dara wins Eurovision 2026 with Bangaranga, finishing on 516 points to clinch the title in a dramatic final that fluctuated across 25 competing countries; Israel takes second, the UK finishes last in the public vote, and the BBC live blog tracks the final scoreboard, moments and reactions as the winner is crowned.
Arsenal reached their first Champions League final in 20 years after a defensive masterclass against Atletico Madrid, with Gabriel's last-ditch intervention denying a leveler and Bukayo Saka sealing the tie. The run is powered by a stingy defense (nine clean sheets in 14 European matches) as they prepare to face a high-scoring PSG in Budapest. PSG arrive after a dramatic 6-5 aggregate win over Bayern and bring both firepower and improved defensive work, making the final a 50/50 affair according to experts who say Arsenal can win if they stay compact, press well and leverage their physicality.
Arsenal head to Wembley as favorites to win the EFL Cup final against Manchester City, aiming to end a six-year trophy drought while City chase silverware and hope to derail Arsenal’s title bid; the clash carries implications for momentum toward a potential quadruple, with viewing details and odds (Arsenal +130, City +200, Draw +210) noted.
Arsenal and Manchester City meet in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley in a high-stakes, tactical showdown as both sides chase silverware; the live blog outlines lineups, early pressing, and key moments ahead of kick-off.
