Philadelphia went all out to welcome the world as the birthplace of the USA put on a memorable show for July 4th 250 and a World Cup knockout clash.
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Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Shacarri Richardson put on a show in Eugene, while Jamal Britt became the fifth-fastest man in history in the 110m hurdles.
Didier Deschamps’ France edged past Paraguay to reach the last eight of the 2026 World Cup, where they will face Morocco.
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Joe Prince-Wright checks in with a couple of Philadelphia fans to talk about watching the World Cup on July 4 for the U.S’s 250th anniversary and the showcase the event has been for their home city.
Joe Prince-Wright speaks with a few fans in patriotic garb about watching the World Cup on July 4 for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Everything you need to know about the USA’s next game at the 2026 World Cup.
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New Bills wide receiver DJ Moore hasn’t wasted any time in endearing himself to fans in Buffalo.
Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter became eligible for a contract extension this offseason and the lack of one may have contributed to his limited participation in the team’s practices this spring.
Aiyuk, Daniels apparently have some sort of beef now.
In two days in Seattle, they’ll try to earn a spot in the quarterfinals.
NBA
This is a salary dump move for the Rockets.
Paul also said had the Knicks not won a title LeBron likely was headed there.
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Brown thanks the Boston fans and talks about earning the respect of 76ers fans.
MLB
The strikeout was the 1,364th in Chapman’s 17-year career. It broke the record long held by Hoyt Wilhelm, the Hall of Famer whose 21-year career ended back in 1972.
An adjustment made by Los Angeles Dodgers to his schedule will likely hold superstar two-way player Shohei Ohtani off of the All-Star Game mound.
The Cincinnati Reds plan to reinstate pitcher Hunter Greene from the 60-day injured list to make his season debut Saturday night against the Baltimore Orioles.
The Atlanta Braves have signed former NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract in their ongoing search for a veteran who can provide offensive help.
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Tottenham Hotspur’s summer spending spree is set to continue as the club will break its one- or two-day-old transfer record by signing midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle for up to $133 million.
Tuanzebe opens up about representing the Democratic Republic of Congo and his vision for the future of African football.
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The Portuguese midfielder is reportedly swapping London rivals for a massive fee.
Motor Sports
Jo Shimoda finished third in the first moto and was scored second overall.
Hunter Lawrence had a six-second lead before stalling his bike on the last lap.
Cole Davies moved to within one point of the championship lead with his third straight moto win.
Jett Lawrence and Haiden Deegan were the only two riders in the two-minute, 16-second range.
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Tarik Skubal, Cam Schlittler, Cristopher Sanchez and Paul Skenes are among the projected two-start pitchers for the upcoming week.
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Zachary Krueger previews the fantasy outlook for the 2026 Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Golf
After Round 3 of the John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson explains how the downpour of rain during Round 2 is leaving a lasting effect on the greens at TPC Deere Run.
George McNeill’s goal was to make the cut in his first U.S. Senior Open. McNeill not only safely guaranteed he would play the weekend at Scioto Country Club, he shot a 4-under 68 on Friday to open a two-stroke lead.
Watch the top highlights from Round 1 of the John Deere Classic at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Ill., which Lucas Glover and Zac Blair finished tied for first place.
Stewart Cink has won the first two majors this year on the PGA Tour Champions, though isn’t thinking about the Grand Slam this week at Scioto Country Club in Columbus, Ohio. He just wants the U.S. Senior Open title that he fell just short of last year.
For only the second time in the 11 years since he last won the John Deere Classic, Jordan Spieth is returning to the Deere and will skip the Scottish Open the following week.
Sergio Garcia will miss the British Open for the third time in four years after he failed to get among the 20 spots on four courses during 36-hole qualifying.
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Prefontaine Classic track and field meet results from July 3-4, 2026, at Hayward Field.
Don’t miss the 2025 Tour de France, which takes place from July 4-26 on Peacock.
Olise only made his debut for France in late 2024 but he’s the creative hub of their all-conquering attack.
The Fourth of July is one of the slowest NFL news days of the year.
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