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Lawson sticks with veterans as Clark sits on the bench for USA’s World Cup knockout
sports1 month ago

Lawson sticks with veterans as Clark sits on the bench for USA’s World Cup knockout

Coach Kara Lawson indicated Caitlin Clark will likely remain off the starting five for the World Cup knockout stage, opting to ride the veteran lineup into the quarterfinal against Hungary, while Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers also stay coming off the bench. Clark’s group-play role has been mixed, but USA aims to maintain its unbeaten quarterfinal record by relying on seasoned contributors as the Young Guns continue to come off the bench.

AGT Season 21 Semifinals: Who Made the Cut?
entertainment1 month ago

AGT Season 21 Semifinals: Who Made the Cut?

America's Got Talent Season 21's quarterfinals concluded with four acts advancing to the semifinals—Young & Strange, Cesar Dias, Unitree, and Travis Garland—while Lara D, Ruben Roldan, Cameron Logsdon, Bird and Byron, Tyrone & Margo, Akira, and Jesse Joe were eliminated. Nine acts had already secured semifinal spots, and three Golden Buzzers (Hundred Fingers, Nene Royal, Lai Noelle) were sent to the finals.

Alcaraz and Shelton set for US Open quarterfinal clash in New York
sports1 month ago

Alcaraz and Shelton set for US Open quarterfinal clash in New York

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz (No. 2) will meet No. 8 seed Ben Shelton in Tuesday’s US Open men’s singles quarterfinal at Arthur Ashe Stadium, with Shelton aiming to become the first American to beat the Spaniard at a Grand Slam. Shelton fended off Tsitsipas in Round 4 and then practiced to sharpen his game, while Alcaraz skipped Monday practice to rest after beating Tommy Paul. Shelton trails 0-3 in prior meetings but did take a set against Alcaraz at Roland Garros 2025; the winner advances to a semifinal against Frances Tiafoe or Alex Michelsen.

USA Set for Early Morning Quarterfinal Clash with Hungary in Berlin
sports1 month ago

USA Set for Early Morning Quarterfinal Clash with Hungary in Berlin

USA will face Hungary in the Berlin quarterfinals of the 2026 FIBA World Cup with a 5:30 am ET tip. Hungary advanced by beating Japan and sits at 3-1, led by Dorka Juhasz, while Team USA relies on a balanced attack from Jackie Young, Breanna Stewart, Caitlin Clark and a productive bench. The Americans are favorites but must sharpen after a narrow win over Italy as they push toward the medal rounds amid strong challengers like France.

Sabalenka Stages Second-Set Rally to Reach US Open QF, Echoing Serena’s Six-Quarterfinal Streak
sports1 month ago

Sabalenka Stages Second-Set Rally to Reach US Open QF, Echoing Serena’s Six-Quarterfinal Streak

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka defeated Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-4 at the US Open after trailing 1-3 in the second set to reach the quarterfinals. The win extends Sabalenka’s US Open QF streak to six, matching Serena Williams’ run from 2011–2016, and sets up a mentoring for Marta Kostyuk or Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova next.

Argentina vs. Switzerland: World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal Preview
sports3 months ago

Argentina vs. Switzerland: World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal Preview

SI FC previews the Argentina–Switzerland World Cup 2026 quarterfinal, noting Argentina's path through a tame group and knockout wins featuring Lionel Messi, while Switzerland’s run to the quarters came via a 2–0 win over Algeria and a goalless draw against Colombia followed by penalties; the clash is described as one of the more lopsided quarterfinals.

Haaland's Norway Meet England in World Cup Quarterfinal Duel in Miami
world3 months ago

Haaland's Norway Meet England in World Cup Quarterfinal Duel in Miami

England and a Haaland-led Norway meet in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal in Miami (Hard Rock Stadium) with kickoff at 5 p.m. ET. Fox will televise (Fox app/Fubo; Spanish feeds on Telemundo/Peacock). Lineups arrive about an hour before kickoff. Pundits vary on the result, but Norway’s Haaland aims to continue his scoring run as England chase a semifinal spot and a path to face Argentina or Switzerland in Atlanta on July 14.

Quarterfinal fireworks ignite the Geopolitics World Cup knockout stage
sports3 months ago

Quarterfinal fireworks ignite the Geopolitics World Cup knockout stage

The Geopolitics World Cup advances to the quarterfinals with four blockbuster ties: France vs Morocco, Spain vs Belgium, Norway vs England, and Argentina vs Switzerland. Mbappé stars for France; Spain aim to maintain precision; Haaland–Kane loom large in Norway vs England; Messi chases glory as Argentina pursue the title, while Switzerland hope for an shock upset. Expect drama, punditry, and live coverage as the knockout phase begins.