QtrendsBritish wildcard Arthur Fery eyes Wimbledon semi-final spot. Egypt exits 2026 World Cup with pride after controversial VAR call against Argentina sparks debate. Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator's racist remarks after France's World Cup win. Djokovic outlasts Auger-Aliassime in five-hour epic to set up Wimbledon semi-final against Sinner.
British wildcard Arthur Fery has emerged as a surprise contender at Wimbledon, with analysts studying how he can beat Cobolli to reach the semi-finals. Fery's 'proper' grass-court tennis style has drawn praise, and he carries Britain's hopes as the tournament's remaining home hope. The Guardian notes his wildcard status makes his run all the more remarkable.
Egypt's World Cup campaign ended in heartbreak but with heads held high, as fans and media celebrate the team's heroics despite a controversial exit. Arab News highlights Egyptian pride, while Al Jazeera covers the narrative of triumph turning to disaster. The team's spirited performances have earned widespread praise across the Arab world.
A controversial VAR decision in the Argentina vs Egypt World Cup match has sparked widespread debate, with Al Jazeera questioning the legitimacy of Argentina's win. The SCMP reports that VAR 'robbed' Egypt while Messi's magic saved Argentina. The incident has fueled ongoing criticism of VAR implementation at major tournaments.
Kylian Mbappé has forcefully condemned a Paraguayan senator for racist remarks made after France's World Cup match. The senator reportedly called the France captain a 'colonised Cameroonian' and a 'brute'. AP News and SCMP both report that the French federation plans to take legal action, while Mbappé called the senator 'despicable' and 'unworthy of her office'.
Novak Djokovic, at age 39, won a marathon match lasting over five hours to defeat Felix Auger-Aliassime and reach the Wimbledon semi-finals. He will face Jannik Sinner, who advanced after his own quarter-final win. The AP calls it a testament to Djokovic's enduring stamina, while Sky Sports and Al Jazeera both highlight the epic nature of the five-hour battle.