Sports

After two punishing defeats to Mikaela Mayer, former WBO welterweight champion Sandy Ryan found herself questioning not only her performance—but her future in boxing. Emotionally drained and physically exhausted, the 31-year-old came close to walking away from the sport she once ruled. But as the dust settled, Ryan’s resolve reignited. Now, she’s ready to rebuild, refocus, and reclaim her place at the top.

With one year to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, England’s 3-1 loss to Senegal has prompted concern—and criticism. Under new manager Thomas Tuchel, the team showed troubling signs of disorganization and a lack of direction. While some see this as a necessary learning curve, others fear the warning lights are already flashing red.

Dave Ryding, Britain’s greatest alpine ski racer, has announced he will retire following the 2025-26 season, bringing an extraordinary career to a close at his fifth Winter Olympics. From a plastic slope in Lancashire to World Cup gold in Kitzbühel, Ryding’s story is one of defying the odds—and rewriting the playbook for British skiing.

At this week’s 125th U.S. Open, Oakmont Country Club will unveil the longest par-three in major championship history—an eye-watering 301 yards from the back tees. Dismissed by some players as “ridiculous” and “silly,” this controversial hole is raising eyebrows and blood pressure in equal measure. But is it merely a design stunt, or a stroke of strategic brilliance aimed at testing not just technique, but temperament?

Croissants may have been born in France, but a Korean bakery empire is proving they can thrive far beyond Paris. With ambitious global expansion, innovative flavors, and a cultural strategy as precise as its pastries, Paris Baguette is baking up a new bread narrative—one that’s as Korean as it is international.

In a dramatic showdown at Roland Garros, British duo Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski defied expectations to clinch a place in the French Open men’s doubles final. From a set down to match point magic, the eighth seeds showcased grit, resilience, and synergy—despite having only recently joined forces this season.

Once famed for his free kicks and precision on the football field, David Beckham is now turning heads in an entirely different arena—the British royal court. While speculation swirls that he will receive a knighthood in the upcoming King’s Birthday Honours, Beckham’s journey from footballer to royal confidant has already been well underway. Whether exchanging bee-keeping tips with King Charles or supporting Prince William’s charity initiatives, Beckham is becoming one of the most enduring and visible figures orbiting the royal family. As his presence at state events and formal occasions grows more frequent, it’s clear that Beckham’s post-football legacy is being written with as much finesse as his sporting career.

In a moving moment on Court Philippe Chatrier, Novak Djokovic touched the red clay and held his hand to his heart after his semi-final defeat at the 2025 French Open. The gesture sparked speculation: has one of the game’s greatest champions played his final match at Roland Garros? With questions swirling about his future and a punishing loss to world number one Jannik Sinner still fresh, Djokovic’s farewell—whether temporary or permanent—has left the tennis world emotional, reflective, and uncertain.

After missing the cut at the Canadian Open and enduring one of his most difficult rounds in recent memory, Rory McIlroy finds himself at a crossroads just days before the 2025 U.S. Open. The Northern Irishman, fresh off a Masters win earlier this year, is battling serious inconsistency off the tee as he adjusts to a new driver introduced after his previous one was ruled non-conforming. A disappointing second-round score of 78 in Toronto highlighted deeper concerns in his long game, leaving him scrambling to regain control ahead of one of golf’s most punishing tests at Oakmont. With little time and mounting pressure, McIlroy is candid about his doubts, his strategy, and what must improve if he’s to contend for his sixth major title.

In a move that shocked fans and players alike, Tottenham Hotspur parted ways with manager Ange Postecoglou just weeks after he delivered the club’s first trophy in 17 years. But for those inside the dressing room and across the stands, Postecoglou leaves not just as a former coach—but as a legend who transformed the club’s spirit, identity, and belief in itself.