QtrendsDay one of the US Open at Shinnecock sees Wyndham Clark build a commanding four-shot lead. Canada secured their first-ever World Cup victory by thrashing nine-man Qatar 6-0 with a Jonathan David hat-trick. Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout stage, beating South Korea 1-0. Lionel Messi's family has confirmed his father Jorge is undergoing medical treatment and asked for privacy. A Chinese businessman helped Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha reunite with his mother in time for the World Cup.
Wyndham Clark surged to a four-shot lead over Matt Fitzpatrick and Jon Rahm during the first round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills, before darkness halted play. Rory McIlroy also impressed in windy conditions. The challenging course and strong winds made scoring difficult for much of the field.
Canada secured the first World Cup victory in their history, crushing nine-man Qatar 6-0. Jonathan David scored a hat-trick in the dominant performance. Qatar, playing with nine men after two red cards, struggled to contain the Canadian attack throughout the match.
Mexico became the first nation to book a spot in the World Cup knockout stage, defeating South Korea 1-0. Luis Romo scored the decisive goal. The result ensures Mexico's progression to the last 32, making them the first team through in this expanded tournament format.
The family of Lionel Messi has confirmed that his father, Jorge Messi, is undergoing medical treatment for a health issue. Messi's family issued a public plea for 'humanity' and privacy during this difficult time. No further details about the condition have been disclosed.
The mother of Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha will watch her son play in the World Cup after a Chinese businessman living in Cape Verde helped arrange her flight to the United States. The heartwarming story highlights the community support around the tournament's smallest nation.