Zinedine Zidane appointed France coach, replacing Didier Deschamps
Zinedine Zidane has been appointed coach of France’s men’s team on a four-year deal through the 2030 World Cup, succeeding Didier Deschamps.
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LeBron James Signs Two-Year, $8 Million Deal with Philadelphia 76ers
LeBron James agreed to join the Philadelphia 76ers on a reported two-year, $8 million deal, pairing with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.
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Tadej Pogacar wins 2026 Tour de France, ties five-title record
Tadej Pogacar won the 2026 Tour de France for a fifth time, joining cycling greats; UAE Team Emirates XRG also took two podium spots and the young-rider white jersey.
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Joe Buck, Paul Hoynes and Bill White Honored at Baseball Hall of Fame Awards Presentation in Cooperstown
Joe Buck, Paul Hoynes and Bill White received top broadcasting, writing and lifetime-award honors at the Hall of Fame’s 2026 Awards Presentation in Cooperstown.
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ESPN reports LeBron James agreeing to two-year deal with Philadelphia 76ers; no official confirmation
ESPN cites Rich Paul saying LeBron signed a two-year, $8M deal with the 76ers, but neither the team nor James had publicly confirmed the report.
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Ronald Acuña Jr. Could Return to Braves' Lineup This Weekend in Baltimore
Braves expect Ronald Acuña Jr. to return from a left hamstring strain during the July 24–26 series in Baltimore; activation could come as early as Friday.
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Karim Adeyemi Signs Five-Year Contract With Barcelona, Leaving Borussia Dortmund
Barcelona sign Germany forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on a five-year deal, reuniting him with coach Hansi Flick.
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Bradish Shuts Down Red Sox as Orioles Split Doubleheader, Ending Boston’s 15-Game Win Streak
Kyle Bradish allowed one run over six innings as the Orioles beat the Red Sox 5-1 at Fenway, snapping Boston’s 15-game streak in a doubleheader split.
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Red Sox Tie Franchise Record with 15th Straight Win, Beat Orioles 6-3
Boston beat Baltimore 6-3 at Fenway to extend a 15-game winning streak — matching the 1946 franchise mark — as the Sox surge back into AL wild-card contention.
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Kyle Teel to miss 6–12 weeks with left high-ankle sprain; White Sox recall Edgar Quero
Kyle Teel will miss six to 12 weeks with a left high-ankle sprain after being injured July 20; Edgar Quero has been recalled to take his place.
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Kevin Keegan, England star and iconic manager, dies aged 75
Kevin Keegan, the former England player and manager and two-time Ballon d’Or winner, has died at 75 after a battle with cancer.
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Spain Beats Argentina 1-0 After Extra Time to Win 2026 World Cup
Spain beat defending champion Argentina 1-0 after extra time in East Rutherford, winning its second men’s World Cup with Torres’ 106th‑minute goal.
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Red Sox Sweep Rays, Extend Winning Streak to 13 Games
Boston completed a four-game sweep of Tampa Bay at Fenway, extending its winning streak to 13 — the club's longest run since 1948.
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Jonas Vingegaard Withdraws From Tour de France After Late Crash in Stage 15
Two-time champion Jonas Vingegaard withdrew from the Tour de France after a late crash on Stage 15; he was immobilized and taken to hospital.
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Josh Kerr runs 3:42.66 in London mile in run reported to break 27‑year world record
Josh Kerr ran 3:42.66 in the mile at the London Diamond League — widely reported to break Hicham El Guerrouj’s 27‑year world record, pending ratification.