‘Humdinger’ – Joe Root hopes England and New Zealand can be at respective best

Hannah Hampton steps into the role of England's starting goalkeeper at Euro 2025 following Mary Earps' retirement, showcasing her talent with a crucial performance in a penalty shoot-out against Sweden. Having overcome personal and professional challenges, Hampton's journey reflects her determination to honor Earps' legacy and redefine women's goalkeeping. Want More Context? 🔎

Xander Zayas, at 22, became Puerto Rico’s youngest active boxing world champion by defeating Mexico's Jorge Garcia Perez for the vacant WBO junior middleweight title, with judges scoring it 119-109, 118-110, and 116-112. Zayas showcased superior skill and composure, fulfilling a lifelong dream while continuing the legacy of Puerto Rican boxing. Want More Context? 🔎

Emmanuel Sabbi scored first for the Vancouver Whitecaps in the 35th minute, followed by J.C. Ngando and Mathias Laborda, leading to a 3-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City. Vancouver, now second in the Western Conference with 45 points, had 54% possession and outshot Kansas City 22-12, while goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka recorded his 11th shutout of the season. Want More Context? 🔎

Jeremiah Smith, a standout wide receiver for Ohio State, has rapidly gained acclaim after leading his team to a national championship as a true freshman, amassing 76 catches, 1,315 yards, and 15 touchdowns. Recently named the top player in Pro Football Focus's College 50 list, he is being touted as a generational talent with immense potential, drawing comparisons to college football legends. Want More Context? 🔎

In a tense game, the San Diego Padres defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 3-1, with Manny Machado contributing two hits and being hit twice by pitches, leading to a benches-clearing incident in the ninth inning. The game featured five hit batters, and Jeremiah Estrada earned the win while Robert Suarez secured his 30th save, helping the Padres snap a four-game losing streak. Want More Context? 🔎

Austin FC defeated D.C. United 4-2, marking United's fourth consecutive loss and extending their eight-game winless streak to seven losses. Myrto Uzuni and Owen Wolff scored first-half goals, while João Peglow and Osman Bukari added to Austin's tally, with Christian Benteke scoring a late penalty for United. Want More Context? 🔎