The 2025 US Open is poised to make tennis history, becoming the most lucrative tournament ever with a total prize fund exceeding $90 million. Organizers announced Wednesday that both the men’s and women’s singles champions will receive $5 million each — a 39% increase from last year’s $3.6 million. Overall, this year’s prize purse represents…
Raheem Sterling is reportedly among nine Chelsea players excluded from the club’s official website ahead of the 2025–26 season. According to The Mirror, profiles and photos for Sterling and eight other players have been removed from the senior squad section, signaling their likely departure from Stamford Bridge. Sterling, who joined Chelsea from Manchester City in…
Six-time World Player of the Year Marta spearheaded Brazil’s thrilling victory over Colombia in the Women’s Copa America final held Sunday morning in Ecuador, securing their ninth title after a dramatic penalty shootout. At 39 years old, Marta came off the bench to score twice, including a crucial stoppage-time equalizer, as Brazil rallied from behind…
Newcastle United have turned down a formal £110 million offer from Liverpool for striker Alexander Isak, who is reportedly eager to leave the club this summer. The bid falls well short of Newcastle’s £150 million valuation—an amount they consider the minimum to even begin talks. Despite Isak’s desire for a move, the club has maintained…
Turkish football giants Galatasaray SK have officially announced the signing of Nigerian international Victor Osimhen from Italian side Napoli in a blockbuster deal worth €75 million. The club made the announcement on Thursday, July 31, via its official social media channels, confirming that a full agreement had been reached with Napoli. The deal includes a…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has cautioned fans and the media against rushing to compare Barcelona’s rising star Lamine Yamal to football legend Lionel Messi. In a recent interview with GQ Magazine, the former Barcelona coach acknowledged Yamal’s talent but stressed that he has not yet reached Messi’s level. “I think Lamine Yamal should be…
The Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has lodged a formal complaint with the Confederation of African Football (CAF), citing “refereeing injustices” during the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final, where Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a dramatic 3-2 victory. According to Morocco World News, the FRMF specifically pointed to a controversial incident in the 82nd…
João Félix has joined Cristiano Ronaldo at Al Nassr after completing a move to the Saudi Pro League club in a deal that could be worth up to £43.7 million (€50m). The agreement includes an initial fee of £26.2 million (€30m), with a further £17.5 million (€20m) in performance-based add-ons. Félix, 25, had been in…
Dwight Muhammad Qawi, a Hall of Fame boxer who rose from prison inmate to two-division world champion, has died at the age of 72. His sister, Wanda King, confirmed that Qawi passed away on Friday, July 25, after a five-year battle with dementia. “He had a heart of gold,” King said. “He fought his illness…
Marcus Morris Sr., a 13-year NBA veteran, was arrested on a fraud charge in Florida, according to online booking records. The 34-year-old power forward was taken into custody Sunday in Broward County. Authorities released a booking photo showing Morris with a neutral expression. Morris played college basketball at the University of Kansas and was selected…
