After experiencing major disappointment at his home tournament, Felix Auger-Aliassime is back on the winning track south of the border.
The Canadian, seeded second, advanced to the round of 16 at the Cincinnati Open with a 7-5, 6-1 win over Argentina’s Juan Manuel Cerundolo on Tuesday.
Auger-Aliassime withdrew from the National Bank Open presented by Rogers earlier this month in Montreal just hours before his scheduled first match because of a back injury suffered in practice.
The Montreal native has rebounded with a pair of wins at this ATP Masters 1000 event, the second in a row on the tour schedule.
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Auger-Aliassime broke Cerundolo, the world No. 51, in the final game of the first set and then rolled to a convincing second-set triumph.
The Canadian won a commanding 90 per cent of points when he got his first serve in.
Auger-Aliassime will next face the winner of an all-American match between No. 16 seed Learner Tien and No. 17 Frances Tiafoe.
Patrick Vieira has been appointed as the new head coach of the Senegal national team, with an agreement now confirmed.
The former France international will take charge with immediate effect, beginning a new chapter in his coaching career with the Teranga Lions.
Vieira, who was born in Dakar, brings experience from previous managerial spells with Nice, Crystal Palace, Strasbourg and Genoa. He will now be tasked with guiding and preparing Senegal for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
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The appointment gives Vieira his first opportunity to manage a senior national team as Senegal begin a new era under his leadership.
Aug 16, 2026; Georgia, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (4) runs to the dugout during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fourth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images
One day after Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte didn’t report for a game in Boston, he traveled to Phoenix to get an MRI exam on his balky left knee.
Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo still hasn’t had any communication with the three-time All-Star, but shortstop Geraldo Perdomo had some text conversation with Marte on Tuesday.
“I texted him and asked him what happened, and he didn’t respond to me yesterday,” Perdomo said of Marte, his close friend. “But today I just texted him about how his knee feels, because I know it’s been bothering him since the (All-Star) break. And he told me he felt a little uncomfortable and was going to get an MRI. So, that’s the conversation that we had.”
Marte, 32, exited Friday’s game against the Atlanta Braves with knee soreness and sat out Saturday night. He returned to play second base on Sunday and traveled with the team for the series against the Red Sox.
When Marte didn’t show at Fenway Park on Monday, Arizona placed him on the restricted list.
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Lovullo had limited information on Tuesday and said it was time for him to worry about the entire team, not one player.
“I think he’s headed back to Phoenix to get some get some exams done on his left knee,” Lovullo told reporters. “That’s what I’ve been told.
“But overall, my focus has shifted. My focus yesterday was squarely on this topic, but right now it’s on the 26 players that are inside of the clubhouse right now. That’s my responsibility and that’s what we have to do in this game. We’ve got to shift our focuses and be present for what’s most important. And the most important thing to me right now is going out (to) win a baseball game.”
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One matter of curiosity was why Marte couldn’t undergo the MRI exam in Boston. Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado underwent one in Boston on his intercostal muscle on Monday.
“It’s not my department, I don’t know the reason for that,” Lovullo said. “So, I think it might have been his request to go back and see our doctors in Phoenix.”
Ildemaro Vargas started at second base for the Diamondbacks on Tuesday for the second straight night. Arizona was whipped 11-1 on Monday amidst the Marte chaos.
Marte has been the subject of odd absences before. His home in Arizona was robbed the night of the 2025 All-Star Game, and he chose to travel to his native Dominican Republic in the aftermath, missing the Diamondbacks’ first three games after the All-Star break. He apologized for his decision to leave the team following a report that some teammates were unhappy with him.
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Marte is batting just .249 this season to go with 21 homers and 67 RBIs. He is in his 10th season with Arizona and finished third in National League MVP voting in 2024 and fourth in 2019.
Marte also was MVP of the 2023 NL Championship Series when Arizona advanced to the World Series, falling to the Texas Rangers.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase shared an intimate selfie via Instagram Story on Tuesday.
In the photo, Chase stood in a master bathroom with an ornate chandelier and a large vanity mirror. He wore a black T-shirt and a gold watch, with his tattoos visible on his arm.
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An unidentified woman stood closely behind Ja’Marr Chase and wrapped her arms around his waist and chest. She placed her hands on his midsection while keeping her face hidden behind him.
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Chase shared the photo while listening to “Hashtag 1 Fan” by Babyface Ray.
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Chase was previously linked to Deja Nicole Hiott. On June 6, 2025, he shared a romantic photo with Hiott on his Instagram Story.
“I like it when Joe’s like that,” Chase said. “I like it when he is pissed. I like the fire that he has. He don’t always bring it out.”
Chase also talked about Burrow’s more aggressive demeanor.
“I want to say his demeanor is just more aggressive,” Chase said. “His face is more aggressive; the way he talks is more aggressive. He got like a little mean mug on his face. I kinda like when he’s like that.”
On Aug. 1, Ja’Marr Chase showed excitement for the upcominng NFL season.
He posted a series of pictures from the Bengals’ practice field via Instagram and wrote, “Oh, what a time it is.”
The post garnered over 80,000 likes.
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Ja’Marr Chase had a great 2025 NFL season. Because of his strong performance, he was selected for the AFC team for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games in February.
This was his fifth Pro Bowl in a row in his first five NFL seasons.
He also made Bengals history. Chase became only the second player in team history to make the Pro Bowl in each of his first five seasons.
The only other Bengals player to do this was former star wide receiver A.J. Green, who made the Pro Bowl every year from 2011 – 2015.
Nike tennis is sharing its basketball-inspired designed 2026 US Open kits for Alexandra Eala and hopefully Carlos Alcaraz (if he is healthy enough to play).
Netting and cut-outs are central themes in Eala’s kit which were also visible in Aryna Sabalenka‘s black and red kit which garnered mixed reviews.
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Eala and Alcaraz are photographed in differing shades of blue.
Fans miss Alcaraz and hope that they can see him wearing this New York Knicks-inspired look.
The sleeveless shirt is reversible with different shades of blue.
Mar 20, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) hits a forehand against João Fonseca (BRA) (not pictured) on day four of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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The outline of the shirt and shorts gives a distinctive basketball feel.
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Too bad Frances Tiafoe is no longer with Nike because this is a look that would suit him well also.
In case you are wondering, there is no definitive word on Naomi Osaka’s US Open kit yet. The rumor is that metallics will be featured, but we know the walk out look will be above and beyond.
Nike swept last year’s US Open with Sabalenka and Alcaraz crowned as singles champions. Will that happen again in 2026?
Williams’ Thai driver Alexander Albon poses on the red carpet upon arrival for the Formula One – 2025 season launch ìF1 75 LIVEî event at the O2, in London, on February 18, 2025. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS / AFP)
F1 constructor Williams announced Tuesday it was extending the contract of driver Alex Albon for next season.
The 30-year-old Thai finished eighth in the drivers’ standings last year, securing Williams’ best result since 2016.
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Albon joined the British team four years ago and will now stay with them to the end of 2027.
“Alex is one of the best drivers on the grid and knows better than anyone the enormous improvements we have made in recent years,” Williams’ team principal James Vowles said in a statement.
“Re-signing him shows the belief we both have in the direction we are heading.”
The deal comes in the wake of Albon bringing up a century of race starts for Williams.
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In interviews with AFP in February, Vowles stated it was “not realistic” for Williams to win the world championship this season or next, before Albon said Williams had started the 2026 campaign “on the back foot compared to our rivals”.
However, in a statement released by Williams on Tuesday, Albon said: “One tough year doesn’t tell the full picture, and it only gives me more motivation to keep building and pushing together with the factory and our fans to achieve great things.
“Our story is not over yet, so my full focus now is on doing whatever it takes to get us back up the grid.”
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Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala has revealed that he is receiving treatment for a “neurological dysfunction” after collapsing during a match for the second time in four days.
The 23-year-old collapsed just six minutes after coming on as a substitute during Bayern’s 4-2 friendly win at Heidenheim on Tuesday.
Musiala appeared dazed and received medical attention before being helped from the pitch.
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The incident came just four days after he had also collapsed during Bayern’s 3-1 friendly victory over RB Leipzig in Munich.
Musiala later took to Instagram to reassure fans and explain the condition.
> “I’ve been diagnosed with temporary, brief, but easily treatable absence seizures, which are due to a neurological dysfunction,” he said.
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> “These can lead to the recent episodes, like the one against Leipzig or now in Heidenheim. I know they seem scary at first glance – but for me, they’re currently just part of my everyday life.”
The Germany international added that he is receiving good medical care and remains positive about his recovery.
> “I’m receiving excellent medical treatment and am very optimistic. FC Bayern and my family and friends are always by my side and supporting me on this journey.”
Bayern sporting director Max Eberl had earlier confirmed that the club was aware of the situation and said Musiala would speak about it himself.
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“We knew about it and we are aware of the situation. Jamal will speak out,” Eberl said after Tuesday’s match.
Musiala missed the first six months of last season after suffering an ankle injury at the 2025 Club World Cup. He returned in the second half of the campaign and started three of Germany’s four matches at the 2026 World Cup.
Despite the latest incidents, Musiala remains optimistic and says he is receiving the necessary medical support from Bayern, his family and friends.
Man City could sanction another midfield departure as they look to revamp Enzo Maresca’s squad
Manchester City have reportedly held talks with Newcastle United over a possible transfer of midfielder Nico Gonzalez. The Magpies are looking to fill the voids left in their midfield engine rooms following the departures of Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes from St James’ Park.
The Athletic reports that Newcastle have opened exploratory talks for the Spanish midfielder, along with other potential targets. Nico featured 41 times for City last season, but only started two matches after January, including the final fixture of the campaign, where Pep Guardiola fielded several fringe players.
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Nico arrived from Porto to help cover the absence of Rodri after his ACL injury that season, with Guardiola’s squad lacking midfield depth. The former Spain under-21 international couldn’t quite replicate the impact of Ballon d’Or winner Rodri, with Nico being more of a box-to-box midfielder rather than a game controller like his compatriot.
Despite struggling for regular game time last season, the 24-year-old stated he had no issues with his playing time at the Etihad Stadium following his £52m transfer in January 2025. Newcastle’s interest in Nico comes after Rodri’s departure to Barcelona was confirmed.
“I’m happy here,” Nico previously stated when questioned about his future at City. “I don’t want to leave and I think the club wants me to stay. I haven’t seen anything, but I’m happy here.
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“I don’t think any player has the position guaranteed for all the matches. Everyone has to work hard. We are one of the best teams in the world, and obviously, there is competition in every position.
“That is what makes us be in the position that we are, winning so many Premier Leagues and competing for everything.”
Nico helped City reach the FA Cup final, scoring a late winner against Southampton in the semis, but was left out of the side for the FA Cup final.
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Despite missing out, Nico said: “I don’t think it was difficult for me. When I play, I think I do a really good job. A good example was the semi-final of the FA Cup when I did a good match. Every chance I got I tried my best.
“The final of the FA Cup, I was out but we won so it was an amazing day for me. If we win, I’m happy. My dream is to win trophies. If I don’t play any matches and we win the Champions League next year, I will be so happy.
The midfielder emerged from Barcelona’s renowned La Masia academy, featuring 37 times for Barca’s senior side throughout the 2021-22 season.
The report suggests Newcastle are confident they can maximise Nico’s abilities with regular playing opportunities following the high-profile exits of Tonali and Guimaraes.
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Aug 15, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; St. Louis CITY SC offense Simon Becher (11) and San Jose Earthquakes defense Daniel Munie (5) attempt to head the ball during the first half at PayPal Park. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images
St. Louis City carry the second-longest unbeaten streak in MLS this season into Wednesday’s game at Sporting Kansas City.
A 7-0-2 run over the past nine games has vaulted St. Louis City (8-6-5, 29 points) into sixth place in the Western Conference. MLS-leading Nashville SC had a 10-game unbeaten streak earlier this season.
Counting a draw in the U.S. Open Cup in May, St. Louis is on a club-record 10-match unbeaten run.
Simon Becher sparked the latest St. Louis effort on Saturday at San Jose. He scored twice in a 3-1 victory to double his season goals total.
“I think in the beginning of the year, I think we lacked a little bit of that confidence,” Becher said. “But now coming out and not shying away from who we are and not changing how we play on the road, coming out from the first minute and pressing and keeping possession and breaking teams down. I think that plays a big part in us starting on the front foot.”
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To be sure, St. Louis demonstrated that urgency as Daniel Edelman scored in the eighth minute.
Meanwhile, Sporting Kansas City (4-13-2, 14 points) would do well to rein in their discipline in the early going.
Kansas City has been assessed a red card in the first half of consecutive matches. The latest came in the 38th minute of Saturday’s 2-0 defeat at Colorado, which extended the club’s losing streak to three games.
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Sporting KC also had a red card in the closing minutes of the second half, finishing the match with nine men.
“We’ve got to stop shooting ourselves in the foot and make the plays that we need to make,” Kansas City goalkeeper Stefan Cleveland said.
The team pivoted to a 4-4-2 formation as midfielder Lasse Berg Johnsen (suspension) was replaced in the lineup by Shapi Suleymanov. Kansas City coach Raphael Wicky said his group must improve at playing in possession.
St. Louis can sweep the season series from Kansas City with a victory. Host St. Louis prevailed 3-2 on July 16 behind Eduard Lowen’s penalty-kick goal in the 85th minute.
NEW YORK — Jose Iglesias found a way to ignite the Mets clubhouse and its fan base as soon as he entered the fray during the 2024 season.
The veteran infielder infused a badly-needed energy and leadership with the Mets fading in the standings. By the end of the campaign, with his Latin pop hit “OMG” serving as the team’s soundtrack, the Mets fired their way into the National League Championship Series.
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Now, two years later, Iglesias is bringing that fire and energy into a far different setting than the baseball diamond, just down the road on Broadway.
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The 36-year-old will become the first Major League Baseball player to perform on Broadway when he takes the role of Narrator in “Buena Visa Social Club” for a six-week stint starting on Aug. 27 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre
“It’s very smooth. The energy, it’s an excellent musical. I’m surrounded by great teammates over there,” Iglesias said before throwing out the first pitch before the Mets’ game on Tuesday at Citi Field. “They support me on a daily basis. They know this is totally new for me.
“I believe it’s the first time in MLB history that a Latin player is acting on Broadway. It’s a fun responsibility that I have in my hands. I’m grabbing it with two hands, just like a ground ball, and then I won’t let it go.”
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Jose Iglesias’ tough departure from Mets
Jul 12, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets second baseman Jose Iglesias (11) celebrates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
When Iglesias was called up to the Mets on May 31, 2024, the Mets found themselves at 10 games under .500.
Iglesias turned out to be one of the catalysts for an improbable rise. They closed the season with a 67-40 record and grabbing a playoff berth on the season’s final day.
The infielder turned out to be as clutch as any player in the league, delivering a .375/.419/.482 slash line with runners in scoring position and a .337 batting average in 85 games before the run to the NLCS.
“The way how things started that year and how we flipped it as a team, it was unique,” Iglesias said. “It’s what baseball’s about, that culture, that family energy and competing. We never gave up. Regardless of the results, we never gave up as a group and we really love each other as human beings.”
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The way that team galvanized to make a deep run made Iglesias’ realization that he would not be back all the tougher. Iglesias had been looking for apartments in New York City, but the call never came, and he eventually signed a minor league deal with the Padres in March 2025.
“I personally don’t have to agree with it, but I respect their decisions completely,” Iglesias said. “But just detaching me with this organization hurt me. That’s true. I really enjoy being around these guys. And that goes way beyond the ninth inning. That goes way beyond a baseball season. It’s a personal feeling and a special relationship that I have, not just with the players but with the staff, with the security, with everybody around the stadium. It was a family energy that I definitely miss.”
Jose Iglesias on finding his footing on Broadway Stage
Jun 28, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets third baseman Jose Iglesias (11) performs after the Mets defeated the Houston Astros 7-2 at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
The call did not come from another major league team, but a Broadway producer this year.
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The Cuban-born Iglesias felt like the perfect fit for a musical based on an impromptu group of Cuban musicians who came together for an album that was produced in seven days in 1996. The album would go on to win a Grammy, and the musical, which opened in March 2025, was nominated for 10 Tony Awards.
For Iglesias, the fusion of his musical talents and an opportunity to return to New York made the opening a “no brainer.”
“I’m not an actor. I’m putting a lot of time and effort in those rehearsals,” Iglesias said. “I have a big responsibility on my shoulders. I’m representing Cuban music on the biggest stage in the world, and I want to do it right. I take it with discipline. It’s definitely the baseball discipline, the routines and everything. I’m kind of translating it to a theater.”
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Iglesias called it a privilege to step on the Broadway stage and he finds himself leaning on his acting teammates to eventually come through when he debuts. For now, that thrill is as good as a game-winning hit.
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And after the acting debut is over, Iglesias would not rule out a return to his roots.
“I’m in a lot better shape than a lot of people out there, I’m telling you,” Iglesias said with a laugh. “If it happens, I’m ready. If it don’t, I’m ready. It’s just however life comes.
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“I always look at the positive out of it. For me, it’s make an impact. This time I get to do it through music, through acting. God knows what happens next year. Nobody knows what happens tomorrow, so why worry?”
Day six of the European Championships in Paris saw four-time Olympic champion Léon Marchand claim his first continental title by winning the 200m butterfly final. There was another gold medal for France later in the evening, with Mary-Ambre Moluh setting a new European record to win the 100m backstroke final.
Paris Saint-Germain kick off their domestic campaign on Sunday evening with a trip to Lens for the Trophée des Champions. A few days on from their UEFA Super Cup triumph, Luis Enrique’s men will look to clinch their fourth trophy of the calendar year by beating last season’s Coupe de France winners.
The football season on the other side of the Channel also has its curtain-raiser on Sunday, with Manchester City taking Arsenal in Cardiff for the Community Shield. Enzo Maresca is keen to kick off his reign as City manager with silverware, while Mikel Arteta has sought to reassure fans as his contract with the Gunners enters its final year.
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