Cricket/Women’s T20 World Cup: The Women’s T20 World Cup will expand to 12 teams in 2026 and 16 in 2030, the ICC announced. The 2024 tournament in Bangladesh will feature 10 teams, with Australia seeking a fourth consecutive title. The ICC also placed USA Cricket and Cricket Chile on notice for governance issues.
Tennis/Paris Olympics: Andy Murray will retire after the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 37-year-old plans to compete in both singles and doubles, marking his fifth Games. Murray, a three-time Grand Slam winner, had career-saving hip surgery in 2019 and aims to end his career on a high note.
Soccer/Arsenal Transfer: Arsenal is close to signing Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna for about £34m. Manager Mikel Arteta is focusing on strengthening the squad, particularly in central midfield, to improve on past performances and challenge for the Premier League title.
Soccer/De Gea Return: Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is nearing a return to football after a year out. He has multiple offers from clubs in Saudi Arabia, America, and Italy but has ruled out a move within the Premier League.
Basketball/Team USA: LeBron James led Team USA to a 92-88 victory over Germany in an exhibition game, scoring 20 points, including crucial late-game plays. The win concluded their exhibition series with a perfect record as they prepare for the Paris Olympics.
Soccer/Man Utd Transfers: Manchester United is negotiating to sign Bayern Munich’s Noussair Mazraoui, potentially reuniting him with former coach Erik ten Hag. The club is also in talks to sign Matthijs de Ligt as they aim to strengthen their defense for the upcoming season.
Soccer/Chelsea Signing: Chelsea signed USMNT left-back Caleb Wiley from Atlanta United for £8.5m on a six-year contract. Wiley is expected to join Strasbourg on loan. The 19-year-old has been a standout in MLS and part of the US squad for the Paris Olympics.