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South Africa exited the 2026 World Cup after a round-of-32 loss to Canada, ending a campaign that included their first-ever advancement past the group stage.

Novak Djokovic opened his Wimbledon campaign with a hard-fought victory, aiming for a record 25th Grand Slam title, while Nigeria's Davnotch increases prize money for its national tournament to elevate domestic participation.

Paraguay knocked out four-time champions Germany in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, marking one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 World Cup. Brazil also advanced, with Gabriel Martinelli scoring a 95th-minute winner against Japan.

Paraguay pulled off a historic 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Germany after a 1-1 draw in extra time, marking Germany's first-ever World Cup shootout loss.

Novak Djokovic advanced to the second round at Wimbledon 2026 with a 6-4 5-7 6-4 6-4 win over Wu Yibing, while injury issues among top players, including Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu, cast a shadow over the tournament's opening days.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage concludes with 16 teams eliminated and 32 advancing, as veteran stars shine and surprise exits rock the tournament.

Uncapped lock Riley Norton will miss up to 10 weeks due to injury, while coach Rassie Erasmus emphasizes experience ahead of South Africa's clash with England.

Former Marumo Gallants goalkeeper Washington Arubi has returned to Zimbabwe after his stint in South Africa, while British tennis player Jack Draper has pulled out of Wimbledon due to a persistent arm injury.

Manchester City have named Enzo Maresca as their new manager, replacing Pep Guardiola who stepped down in May. The former Chelsea boss has signed a three-year deal.

South Africa's World Cup campaign ended in disappointment after a 1-0 defeat to Canada, marked by a late goal from Stephen Eustaquio and a viral on-air expletive by Teboho Mokoena.

Canada advanced to the round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Stephen Eustaquio scored in the 92nd minute to defeat South Africa 1-0. South Africa's coach Hugo Broos hinted the tournament may be his last.

George Russell held off Max Verstappen to win the Austrian Grand Prix, while Ai Ogura secured his first MotoGP win at Assen after a crash took out Marco Bezzecchi.

South Africa's U20 team thrashed Uruguay 104-7 in their World Championship opener, scoring 16 tries. Meanwhile, the Springboks prepare for their Nations Championship match against England, with key absences and low ticket sales.

South Africa exited the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the knockout stage after a stoppage-time goal by Stephen Eustáquio gave Canada a 1-0 victory, ending Bafana Bafana's best-ever campaign.