Sinner crushes Djokovic to reach Wimbledon final
Defending champion Jannik Sinner put on a clinical display to defeat Novak Djokovic in straight sets and book his place in the Wimbledon final. The Italian never gave the 39-year-old Serb a look-in, dominating from the baseline with relentless power and precision. Sinner acknowledged afterward that he knew he had to raise his level against a legend like Djokovic. He will face Alexander Zverev in the final, with both men seeking their second Wimbledon title.
Alexander Zverev proved too strong for British wild-card Arthur Fery, ending the teenager's fairytale Wimbledon run in the semi-finals. Fery had captivated the home crowd with his unexpected charge through the draw, but Zverev's experience and firepower ultimately prevailed. The German will now face Jannik Sinner in what promises to be a high-quality championship match. For Fery, simply reaching the semi-finals marks a breakthrough that will announce him on the global stage.
India's women's cricket team reached 285 all out on the opening day of the historic Test against England at Lord's, led by a superb innings from Smriti Mandhana. England face a tough slog in reply after India's batters showed solid application on a pitch offering assistance to the bowlers. Earlier in the week, the Indian cricket board announced it would review the T20 team's recent poor run after defeats to England, raising questions about the direction of the white-ball setup.
Spain's quest for a first World Cup title faces its toughest test yet as the unbeaten side meets Belgium in the quarterfinals. La Roja have been flawless so far in the tournament, but Belgium's star-powered lineup presents a suddenly dangerous challenge. Both teams are eager to advance to a potential semifinal clash with France. With momentum and talent on both sides, this quarterfinal promises to be one of the most compelling matchups of the tournament.
England face a massive World Cup quarterfinal against Norway, with all eyes on how they will stop Erling Haaland — one of the most lethal strikers in the world. Defender Marc Guehi is a serious doubt for the match, raising the possibility that Dan Burn could start in central defense. David Beckham is set to visit the England squad ahead of the game to offer support and motivation. The match pits England's tournament pedigree against Norway's undeniable attacking firepower.