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In Inter Miami's 3-2 win over New York City, 38-year-old Lionel Messi scored his 71st career free-kick, surpassing Pelé's total and moving within striking distance of Juninho Pernambucano's all-time record of 77.
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Alcaraz fell to Sebastian Korda in Miami but the early exit could be useful. With big clay points to defend and a recent Monte-Carlo title under his belt, extra rest might help him in the upcoming clay swing.
Marco Bezzecchi has gone from weekend struggler to the man everyone wants to catch. Four consecutive Grand Prix victories now place him in a tiny club with the sport’s all-time names, and a text from Valentino Rossi helped turn a rough Friday into Sunday perfection.
Luka Doncic missed a last-second three that would have tied the game as the Detroit Pistons stunned the Lakers 113-110. Despite the miss, Doncic hit season milestones, including 2,000 points and 5,000 career field goals.
After 11 years and four championship crowns in Formula E, DS Automobiles is leaving the electric series to join SailGP. The decision aims to transfer racing tech and premium image from racetracks to high-speed foiling catamarans.
Formula E chief Jeff Dodds says the series remains in regular contact with Chinese EV giant BYD, even as reports suggest the company is weighing an entry into Formula 1.
Kylian Mbappé says he is 100 percent recovered from a knee problem, wants to play all remaining Real Madrid games, and is preparing for the 2026 World Cup after returning from a brief absence.
Zinedine Zidane has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to become France head coach after this summer's World Cup, stepping in for Didier Deschamps.
Juan Pablo Montoya thinks Lewis Hamilton's improved start to year with Ferrari could start to trouble teammate Charles Leclerc, as Hamilton ends his podium drought and closes in on the championship lead.
Jannik Sinner beat Corentin Moutet 6-1 6-4 to reach the Miami Open round of 16. He will play 21-year-old American Alex Michelsen, while Andrea Vavassori and Simone Bolelli moved into the doubles quarterfinals.
The new rookie rotation program rolls out at Suzuka: Jak Crawford will drive in FP1 for the Japanese Grand Prix, getting his first real-track taste after simulator work.
Fenerbahce have made initial contact to explore a summer move for Juventus forward Lois Openda, with Saudi clubs and past suitors also circling.