EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) President Donald Trump presented the World Cup trophy to Spain, the winner of Sundays final against Argentina. But to him, the real victor of soccers premier tournament jus… [+7365 chars]

President Donald Trump has presented the World Cup trophy to Spain, the winner of Sunday’s final against Argentina. But in his eyes, the real victor of the world's premier soccer tournament is the United States. From the start, this year's World Cup faced cha…

Associated Press

Trump celebrates the World Cup as a US victory as he prepares to present trophy to the winning team - AP News

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Shadows had crept across MetLife Stadium as a tedious World Cup final dominated by Spain at an absurd clip lurched into extra time without a breakthrough Sunday.
Lionel Messi a… [+10466 chars]

For the second time in its history, Spain stands at the top of the sport.

Yahoo Entertainment

Spain suffocates Lionel Messi and Argentina, wins World Cup on Ferran Torres' extra-time winner - Yahoo Sports

The FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show provided an answer to the burning question of how you fit Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, Chris Martin and the Muppets into a … [+3285 chars]

Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira all got two minutes or less of screen time each in the FIFA World Cup Final's very crowded halftime show.

Variety

FIFA Halftime: Blink and You Missed Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira - Variety

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has smashed ratings records in the U.S. and around the world, owing to its unique mix of star power — Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar performing in perhaps their fi… [+2979 chars]

The movie star, who is promoting the heck out of his new film “Digger,” put his stamp on Sunday’s World Cup final, and was joined by half of Hollywood.

Tom Cruise and Half of Hollywood Light Up 2026 World Cup Final While Trump Is Booed - Variety

SOUTHPORT, England -- Scottie Scheffler said professional golf needs to do a better job of policing rule breakers, but the world No. 1 also defended Bryson DeChambeau after the final round of the Ope… [+3084 chars]

Scottie Scheffler defended Bryson DeChambeau, saying the LIV Golf star is "definitely not a cheater."

ESPN

Scottie Scheffler: Bryson DeChambeau 'definitely not a cheater' - ESPN

What does the Fox say?
"I'm the Champion Golfer of the Year," of course.
Ryan Fox, who prior to this week had never finished higher than T16 in a major, stormed into Royal Birkdale, eluded all the … [+6567 chars]

Fox claims the first major of his career in dramatic fashion.

The Open Championship: Ryan Fox drains the putt of his life to claim the Claret Jug - Yahoo Sports

The Hawks are reportedly adding former All-Defensive First Team member Lu Dort to a talented backcourt.
The Atlanta Hawks are adding another top defensive wing to their rotation. ESPN’s Sham Charani… [+2427 chars]

Atlanta adds Lu Dort and Ryan Nembhard, Dallas lands Zaccharie Risacher and OKC gets draft picks.

Heat.com

Thunder trade Lu Dort to Hawks in 3-team deal - NBA.com

Conor McGregor confirmed he suffered an ACL injury during his loss to Max Holloway at UFC 329.
"His knee's f--ked up," UFC president Dana White told reporters following Saturday's UFC Fight Night ev… [+1920 chars]

Conor McGregor confirmed he suffered an ACL injury during his loss to Max Holloway at UFC 329.