Spanish Players Maintain Boycott Despite National Team Call-Up.
Despite being summoned to the latest squad, Spanish players have reaffirmed their boycott of the women’s national team. This decision comes after a controversial incident involving Luis Rubiales, the former Spanish FA boss, who kissed forward Jenni Hermoso following last month’s final, leading to a widespread boycott by a group of 81 players.
Former Newcastle and Stoke striker Joselu emerged as an unexpected hero, soaring at the far post to head home Fran Garcia’s cross in the 60th minute.
Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci has initiated legal proceedings against his former club Juventus, alleging that he experienced profound feelings of “humiliation.”
In an alternate universe, Ben Stokes would have been on the golf course this week. Originally slated to participate in the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth as a former member of England’s one-day team, Stokes had other plans after coming out of retirement for one-day cricket. Instead of golfing, he was facing off against New Zealand’s bowling attack, smashing a remarkable 182 runs, setting a new record for the highest score by an England batter in a One Day International (ODI).
n a thrilling US Open final held in New York, 36-year-old Novak Djokovic secured his 24th Grand Slam singles title, equalling a historic record, after a demanding contest against Daniil Medvedev. The final scoreline of 6-3, 7-6 (7-5), 6-3, however, does not fully convey the intensity of the match.
Nineteen-year-old sensation Coco Gauff achieved a historic milestone by advancing to her maiden US Open singles final, a match that unfolded amidst disruption from protesters. Gauff emerged victorious with a scoreline of 6-4, 7-5 over Czech 10th seed Karolina Muchova after a 49-minute delay.
Three English players, Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka, and Harry Kane, along with seven Manchester City players, have earned spots on the 30-player shortlist for the 2023 Ballon d’Or.
In the fourth T20 clash at Trent Bridge, England faced a convincing defeat at the hands of New Zealand, losing by six wickets. This outcome marked a comeback for the Black Caps, resulting in a series draw of 2-2.
