With big names absent, USMNT hopes big personalities will fill the gap

Giulia Dragoni, the youngest Italian to play in the World Cup, joins AS Roma on loan after limited playing time at Barcelona. After a successful season with six goals in 43 appearances, she aims to strengthen Roma's midfield under new manager Luca Rossettini as they compete for the Serie A title and prepare for a Champions League match against FC Aktobe. Want More Context? 🔎

South Carolina football kicks off the 2025 season on August 31 against Virginia Tech in Atlanta. Legendary defensive lineman Melvin Ingram, a consensus All-American in 2011 and a first-round NFL draft pick, excelled at USC with 30.5 tackles for loss and 21.5 sacks before a successful 12-year NFL career, earning three Pro Bowl selections. Want More Context? 🔎

Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore announced freshman Bryce Underwood as the starting quarterback for the season opener against New Mexico, with sophomore Jadyn Davis as backup. Key updates include injuries to players like Andrew Babalola and the emergence of junior Jyaire Hill as the top cornerback, while offensive play calling will be managed from the press box by coordinator Chip Lindsey. Want More Context? 🔎

Safety Lewis Cine was released by the Philadelphia Eagles, marking the end of a disappointing three-year NFL career that began with high expectations after being drafted by the Vikings. The Vikings' decision to trade down in the 2022 draft, missing out on top safety Kyle Hamilton, has been criticized as a significant blunder, with their subsequent picks yielding little success. Want More Context? 🔎

The MotoGP Hungarian Grand Prix showcased another dominant performance by championship leader Marc Marquez, who secured victories in both the sprint and grand prix races, extending his winning streak to seven consecutive weekends. Despite the new circuit, Marquez's success aboard the factory Ducati resulted in an impressive total of 37 points, reinforcing his position at the top of the standings. Want More Context? 🔎

Last October, Haas F1 Team announced a partnership with Toyota aimed at sharing knowledge and resources, with a key focus on developing a driver-in-loop simulator, which Haas currently lacks. This collaboration highlights Haas's efforts to enhance its technological capabilities and improve performance on the track. Want More Context? 🔎