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Belgian Grand Prix: Kimi Antonelli tops FP2 as Pierre Gasly crashes heavily
Norris is one of a number of drivers who face a grid penalty this weekend, after exceeding his permitted number of batteries.
He is joined by Red Bull’s Isack Hadjar, fifth fastest overall behind Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari, and Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll.
The championship gap has closed largely because of problems for Antonelli, who retired from second place in the Barcelona Grand Prix, and lost a probable victory at Silverstone last time out by a wheel fairing failure and then a penalty, which dropped him out of the points.
Russell also took an impressive win in Austria, just fending off Verstappen and Antonelli, for his first victory since the first grand prix of the season in Australia.
Behind the top six of Antonelli, Norris, Verstappen, Hamilton and Hadjar, McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, Alpine’s Franco Colapinto, Russell and the Racing Bulls of Arvid Lindblad and Liam Lawson completed the top 10 ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.
Verstappen was complaining about gearshifts, as he so often does, but his pace was encouraging considering the team have had to shelve their ‘flip-flop’ rear wing after consecutive crashes for the Dutchman in high-speed corners in Austria and at Silverstone.
The failure was that the wing was closing too much, removing the so-called ‘slot gap’ between the main plane and flap, meaning the car had less downforce than the driver expected on corner entry.
Reverting to the standard wing, which opens like the old DRS overtaking aid, is said by insiders to cost around 0.2secs a lap.
Technical director Pierre Wache said: “It is a mechanical problem that we spot after the accident in Silverstone. We fixed it. It [the car] should be ready and bulletproof.
“I don’t want to be too precise on what we are doing because it is a performance benefit to use it. But we take it seriously, we discuss with the FIA because it is our duty to make the car safe and you will see the wing back soon.”
Red Bull hope to have a revised version of the new wing ready for the Hungarian Grand Prix next weekend.
Racing Bulls have an upgrade on Lindblad’s car this weekend. The team decided to give it to the Briton rather than Lawson after an agreement that the driver who qualified ahead at the British Grand Prix would have the new parts for Spa.
Lawson will get the next upgrade later in the year, which is also expected only to be ready for one driver initially, team principal Alan Permane said.
Swiss rider Mauro Schmid beat Colombian Harold Tejada in a two-man sprint finish to win the 13th and longest stage of the Tour de France on Friday.
Briton Tom Pidcock, who finished third two seconds back, was the big winner of the day as he climbed up the standings from 10th at the start of the day to fourth overall.
The Olympic mountain bike champion is now just 4min 15sec behind race leader Tadej Pogacar, and nine seconds off Remco Evenepoel in the final podium spot.
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Jayco AlUla’s Schmid and Astana’s Tejada had broken clear of a 10-man group at the head of the race with 16km to ride and they held off their charging former breakaway companions to contest the sprint finish.
Tejada launched first but Schmid dragged him back and pipped him to the line after 205km from Dole in the Jura to Belfort in the Vosges.
Behind them, Pidcock edged out Maxim van Gils and Brandon McNulty to claim four bonus seconds for finishing third.
The peloton finished 7min 32sec after the stage winner, meaning Pidcock was able to jump six places in the overall standings, having begun the day almost 12 minutes behind Pogacar.
The first two-thirds of the race was all about the green jersey contenders battling for points at the intermediate sprint.
It meant that 57 riders got away from the peloton, building up a lead of over eight minutes at one stage.
Belgian Jasper Philipsen pipped category leader Mads Pedersen in the sprint but still trails the Dane by 41 points.
At that point, it was clear that Pidcock had a lot to gain from being in the breakaway beyond simply contesting the stage victory.
The group started to break up on the 5.1km-long Col des Croix climb and then exploded on the 8.9km-long Ballon d’Alsace.
Pidcock was amongst 10 riders to go over the top in the lead, with 30km still to ride, although a dozen or so other riders were within around half a minute.
Schmid made his move at the end of the descent, with Tejada the only man to react initially, and the two worked together until the final kilometre to ensure that one of them would take the victory.
(FRANCE 24 with AFP)
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Full circle moment: How internet is reacting before Messi vs Yamal WC clash | FIFA World Cup 2026
Talk about a full-circle moment. Nearly two decades ago, a 20-year-old Lionel Messi was pictured giving a bath to a five-month-old baby at a charity event. Today, that long-forgotten image has gone viral, framing Sunday’s World Cup final.
Messi, now 39, will take the field in pursuit of his second consecutive FIFA World Cup title as his Argentina side take on Spain at the MetLife Stadium in New York. Across the pitch from him will stand that child who is now a 19-year-old sensation named Lamine Yamal.
Ever since the two teams booked their places in the final, the internet has been buzzing with posts and articles about the much-anticipated clash, with many calling it a script written by fate, while others have described it as the “battle of the “GOAT versus the “future GOAT”.
How did the picture come to be?
Before discussing anything, we should first take a look at how the picture came into existence.
The story began a year before the official photoshoot when Barcelona, in a surprising move in 2006, decided to add UNICEF’s logo to the front of their jersey. Instead of taking money from shirt sponsors, the club paid UNICEF €1.5 million as part of a charitable partnership.
As part of that partnership, a year later, in December 2007, Diario Sport and UNICEF organised an annual charity calendar to raise funds for children’s welfare programmes.
Yamal’s family secured their place in the campaign after winning a raffle in Mataró, near Barcelona, which gave local families the opportunity to be photographed with Barcelona first-team players.
At the time, Messi was beginning to establish himself as one of Barcelona’s brightest talents. By chance, he was paired with five-month-old Yamal for the December page of the 2008 charity calendar.
According to photographer Joan Monfort, Messi was initially shy and reserved, unsure of how to hold or interact with the infant during the shoot. However, he soon relaxed, gently cradling and bathing the baby in a small plastic tub while Yamal’s mother remained close by, creating one of football’s most remarkable and symbolic photographs.
Internet in awe of the now-iconic photo
The image has taken on a life of its own ahead of the final, spawning thousands of memes, fan edits and artworks across X and Instagram. What was once an ordinary charity photograph is now being described as football’s greatest “full-circle moment”, with many fans joking that Messi was unknowingly “anointing” or “passing his powers” to the child who would one day challenge him for the sport’s biggest prize.
The internet has drawn comparisons with some of popular culture’s most iconic mentor-protégé relationships. One widely shared meme likened Messi and Yamal to Master Shifu and Tai Lung from Kung Fu Panda, while another compared them to Albus Dumbledore and Harry Potter, casting Messi as the legendary mentor and Yamal as the gifted successor destined to write his own story. Fans have also recreated the photograph using scenes from Marvel films, Star Wars and The Lion King, portraying the image as the symbolic beginning of football’s next era.
UNICEF recounts the moment
Yes, those photos you’ve seen are real. More than 18 years ago, a baby named Lamine Yamal and his mom Sheila met Lionel Messi at a UNICEF fundraising photoshoot. Today, their achievements on the pitch inspire millions. Off the pitch, both Messi and Lamine Yamal use their voices… pic.twitter.com/TSoUPDxia2
— UNICEF (@UNICEF) July 16, 2026
The UN (United Nations) agency recalled how a baby named Lamine Yamal and his mother met Messi during a UNICEF fundraising photoshoot more than 18 years ago, adding that both now serve as UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors who use “their voices and platforms… to support and advocate for children around the world.”
When did the image first resurface?
The photograph first resurfaced in 2024 after Yamal’s father shared it on social media as the teenager rose to prominence during Spain’s successful UEFA Euro 2024 campaign.
With Argentina set to face Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, the photograph has once again become a talking point, showcasing the extraordinary coincidence that brought together one legend at the start of his career and another before he could even walk.
The same blueprint: The legend and the prodigy
The parallels between their careers are striking. Both emerged from Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy, both are left-footed forwards who thrive on the right wing, and both burst into the first team as teenagers, rewriting age-related records along the way. Messi wore Barcelona’s No. 19 shirt before inheriting the iconic No. 10, a path Yamal has also followed.
Both became the faces of their national teams before turning 20, carrying the weight of expectation while drawing comparisons for their fearless dribbling, close control and ability to decide matches on the biggest stages. Their similar starts at Barcelona have also triggered many posts describing the clash as Barcelona versus Barcelona itself.
Yet Sunday’s final is about more than shared milestones. For Messi, it could mark the final chapter of a glittering World Cup career and an opportunity to defend Argentina’s crown. For Yamal, it is a chance to announce the beginning of a new era by lifting football’s biggest prize at an age when most players are only starting out.
It will be a rare sporting moment where the legend and the prodigy, connected by a photograph neither could have imagined would become iconic, now meet with the World Cup trophy at stake.
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Lamine Yamal separated from Spain squad ahead of World Cup final as federation issues update on fitness | Football News
Spain have moved to ease concerns surrounding Lamine Yamal’s fitness ahead of Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina after the teenage star trained separately from the main squad during the team’s first session in New Jersey.Images of Yamal working individually while wearing what appeared to be a bandage on his left thigh quickly circulated online, prompting speculation over his availability for the biggest match of Spain’s tournament. However, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) and head coach Luis de la Fuente have both played down fears of any significant injury.
Spain insist there is no major concern
According to the RFEF, both Yamal and right-back Pedro Porro followed individual training programmes as part of a planned workload management schedule rather than because of any serious physical issue.“Both players are expected to be available for Sunday’s match,” the federation said, adding that the separate session was purely a precautionary measure as preparations continue for the World Cup final.MARCA also reported that Spain remain confident both players will be fit to face the defending champions.Porro has been managing muscle overload after picking up a knock during Spain’s 2-0 semi-final victory over France, with De la Fuente confirming after that match that the defender had been dealing with muscular discomfort.Yamal’s situation appears less concerning.“He has nothing,” De la Fuente said after the victory over France, dismissing suggestions that the Barcelona winger had suffered a significant injury despite receiving several heavy challenges during the semi-final.
Managing a busy tournament
Spain’s cautious approach reflects Yamal’s workload throughout the tournament.The 19-year-old arrived at the World Cup still building his fitness after recovering from the hamstring problem that disrupted the closing stages of Barcelona’s season. That was one of the reasons he began Spain’s opening group-stage match against Cape Verde on the bench before gradually returning to a regular starting role.Although Yamal has scored once during the tournament, finding the net against Saudi Arabia, much of his influence has extended beyond statistics.
Spain’s Lamine Yamal (19) reacts after a foul during the World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Opponents have consistently committed additional defenders to limiting his impact, with the winger regularly facing double teams and heavy physical attention. France adopted a similar approach in the semi-final, where full-backs Lucas Digne and Theo Hernandez repeatedly challenged him throughout the contest.
Final opportunity awaits
Spain head into Sunday’s showdown chasing a fourth World Cup title after defeating France 2-0, a result that extended their unbeaten run to 37 matches across all competitions and made them the first European nation to win eight consecutive knockout matches at major international tournaments. Against Argentina, they will now be aiming to push those records even further to 38 matches unbeaten and nine straight knockout victories.Yamal is expected to remain a central figure in Luis de la Fuente’s plans if declared fully fit.Should he feature against Argentina, the Barcelona forward will have the opportunity to cap another remarkable year by helping Spain lift the World Cup while facing Lionel Messi and the reigning champions in what promises to be the biggest match of his career to date.For now, Spain’s message remains consistent: Yamal’s individual training session was precautionary, and the expectation inside the camp is that both he and Porro will be ready when the World Cup final kicks off on Sunday.
July 14, 2026; Arlington, Texas, U.S.; France’s Kylian Mbappe looks dejected after the match as France are eliminated from the World Cup. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images It’s not where either team wanted to be, but France and England will play in the World Cup third-place game on Saturday in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Over the course of World Cup history, the third-place match has unique dynamics that bettors can leverage to their advantage.
Let’s take a look at our three best bets for the encounter.
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One unique aspect of this fixture is that enthusiasm and urgency often peak earlier in the encounter.
And that opens up arguably the best wagering opportunity here on a high first-half total.
Since the tournament expanded for the first time in 1982, the first-half total has gone over 2.5 goals on six of 11 occasions, and it has landed exactly on two goals twice.
The wager here is then on an Asian first-half total over 2.0 goals at +270 odds and an implied 27% probability. The bet is void if the total lands exactly on two.
Asian Total: Over 2.0 goals (+270, Parx)
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Goals generally come a lot more freely in the third-place encounter, and the betting line on the total has adjusted as such, with wagers on the teams combining for four or more at almost even money.
As can happen in international football, that creates a wagering opportunity not on one side of the distribution curve, but in the middle. Since the first World Cup expansion in 1982, goals have flowed freely in this encounter, but not that freely. The total has never gone above five in 90 minutes. (France required extra time to defeat Belgium 4-2 in 1986).
Given that trend, the best 90-minute totals wager is a 3-5 goal band bet. With -130 odds and an implied 56.5% probability, it has cashed on nine of those 11 occasions since 182.
Goal bands: 3-5 total goals (-130, BetMGM)
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The money line draw rarely carries value in the third-place match, which has finished level after 90 minutes only once.
And when you’re trying to decide who to back in a situation like this, motivation matters as much as talent.
The French have the edge in both. Les Bleus will arguably be the side with more to prove after a 2-0 semifinal loss to Spain. Kylian Mbappe called his team’s performance unworthy of a World Cup semifinal. And while French manager Didier Deschamps is imperfect, he is also deeply beloved by most of his players. It’s his last match at the helm, and Les Bleus should be motivated to try and give him a proper sendoff. Meanwhile, the English will likely feel more rattled by the nature of their defeat to Argentina, letting a late lead slip from their grasp. There are signs of friction between German manager Thomas Tuchel and some of their stars. And if this becomes a battle of reserves versus reserves — as third-place games often are — then France’s talent advantage becomes even greater.
So while it might seem high at first, the -107 odds on the French money line may actually represent a bargain.
Money Line: France (-107, BetRivers)
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India’s Under-19 World Cup 2018 Winner Arrested Over Match-Fixing Allegations In Lanka Premier League
Former India Under-19 cricketer Manjot Kalra, one of the co-owners of Lanka Premier League franchise Jaffna Kings, was arrested in Sri Lanka on Friday for allegedly trying to induce a player into corrupt practice, according to local media reports in Colombo. Kalra, 27, was taken into custody by the Police Special Investigation Unit (SIU) for the Prevention of Offences Relating to Sports and produced before a magistrate, who remanded him in judicial custody till July 31, the reports said. Another Indian national, identified as Yuvraj Pushpa, was also arrested in connection with the case and remanded after being produced before a court.
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said the arrests would not affect the conduct of the Lanka Premier League, which began on Friday, and reiterated its commitment to maintaining the integrity of the tournament.
The SLC said it would extend its “fullest cooperation” to the SIU in the investigation and reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, adding that all necessary measures had been put in place to ensure the league is conducted in a fair and transparent manner.
“As the governing body of the Lanka Premier League 2026, Sri Lanka Cricket reiterates its unwavering commitment to protecting the integrity of the tournament and will not tolerate any form of corruption, misconduct, or foul play by any stakeholder associated with the league,” the board said in a statement.
The SLC also said it had taken all necessary measures to ensure the tournament is conducted in accordance with the highest ethical and integrity standards.
“Sri Lanka Cricket’s Anti-Corruption Unit has been working closely with the Government’s law enforcement agency, the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) for the Prevention of Offences Relating to Sports, to strengthen the league’s anti-corruption framework.
“In addition, Sri Lanka Cricket has engaged Integrity Mentors, an independent anti-corruption and sports integrity organization to provide specialist integrity support and education throughout the tournament, ensuring that the Lanka Premier League 2026 is conducted in a fair, transparent, and corruption-free environment.” Reiterating its zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and unethical practices, the SLC said it would take all necessary steps to safeguard the integrity of the tournament.
Kalra shot to prominence after scoring a match-winning century in the final of the 2018 ICC Under-19 World Cup. He later moved into sports entrepreneurship and became an investor in the Jaffna Kings franchise earlier this year.
(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
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The NBA’s all-time leading scorer is a free agent and has said he will play in an unprecedented 24th NBA season, but it remains to be seen where he will go.
Common teams in the speculated fray have been the Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Philadelphia 76ers. But during a live taping of his “Mind the Game” podcast with Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton at the event, James uttered a three-word phrase that has often been linked to the latter squad.
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“I want to join a franchise that kind of shares the same model myself of practicing championship habits every day, but trusting the process more than anything,” James said. “You trust the process of actually-“
James was then cut off by the fans oohing and aahing, as “trust the process” has been the Sixers’ de facto motto for over a decade.
“Hold on, hold on, hold on,” Tyrese Haliburton butted in.
James, though, was adamant that it was not an Easter egg.
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“I’ve been saying to ‘trust the process’ since I was drafted in 2003, even before [Joel] Embiid was born,” James clapped back.
James told the fans that he “won’t hold you guys up much longer.”
“It’s a big decision for not only myself, but for my family as well. It’s not just about the team,” James insisted, adding a joke that his own son, Bronny, is now a former teammate.
“There’s so many other factors that I’m factoring in right now on what best fits me as a player, what best fits me as a person, and what best fits my happiness, and also my family as well.”
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Who is Slavko Vincic? The man tasked to officiate the ARG vs ESP WC final | FIFA World Cup 2026
In every FIFA World Cup final, there are 22 players chasing glory, two managers hoping to outwit each other, and one referee carrying the burden of avoiding controversy.
This year, that responsibility belongs to Slovenia’s Slavko Vinčić. When Argentina take on Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday, millions of eyes will follow Lionel Messi’s bid to defend the title and Lamine Yamal’s attempt to usher in a new era.
Yet, quietly standing in the middle of the pitch will be a man whose decisions could shape the biggest match in world football. Vinčić, 46, has reached the pinnacle of refereeing, becoming the first Slovenian official to take charge of a FIFA World Cup final.
Who is Slavko Vinčić?
Vinčić is no stranger to club football’s grandest stages. He was the referee for the 2024 UEFA Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund at Wembley, as well as the 2022 UEFA Europa League final between Eintracht Frankfurt and Rangers.
His résumé also includes more than 50 UEFA Champions League matches, alongside high-stakes knockout fixtures across UEFA competitions and European Championship qualifiers. Those high-profile appointments established him as one of UEFA’s most dependable assets, ultimately paving the way for FIFA’s ultimate assignment.
How he has managed the 2026 World Cup
During the current tournament, Vinčić has taken charge of three fixtures: Brazil’s 1-1 group-stage draw against Morocco, Algeria’s 2-1 victory over Jordan, and Mexico’s 2-0 Round of 32 win against Ecuador.
His performances have reflected the measured style that has defined his career. Across those three matches, he has brandished seven yellow cards and just one red card, preferring to let games flow while maintaining firm control whenever discipline is required.
His broader career record tells a similar story. Across 18 major international outings — spanning the UEFA Champions League, FIFA World Cup, qualifiers, and the FIFA Club World Cup — Vinčić has averaged 25.1 fouls per game, showing 50 yellow cards, six red cards, and awarding five penalties.
A career built on football’s biggest matches
Vinčić is no stranger to club football’s grandest stages. He was the referee for the 2024 UEFA Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund at Wembley, as well as the 2022 UEFA Europa League final between Eintracht Frankfurt and Rangers.
His résumé also includes more than 50 UEFA Champions League matches, alongside high-stakes knockout fixtures across UEFA competitions and European Championship qualifiers. Those high-profile appointments established him as one of UEFA’s most dependable assets, ultimately paving the way for FIFA’s ultimate assignment.
What can Argentina and Spain expect?
Vinčić’s numbers suggest he is a referee who prefers to let games flow rather than stopping play at every opportunity.
Across 18 matches in the UEFA Champions League, FIFA World Cup, World Cup qualifiers and FIFA Club World Cup, he has averaged 25.1 fouls per game. During that period, he has shown 50 yellow cards and six red cards while awarding five penalties.
At the ongoing World Cup, Vinčić has officiated Brazil’s 1-1 draw against Morocco, Algeria’s 2-1 victory over Jordan and Mexico’s 2-0 Round of 32 win over Ecuador.
Across those three matches, he has shown seven yellow cards and one red card, suggesting a measured approach before resorting to disciplinary action.
For Argentina and Spain, that could translate into an official willing to allow physical battles in midfield but one who will not hesitate to punish reckless tackles or persistent fouling. Players known for testing referees with tactical fouls or dissent are also unlikely to receive much leeway.
Vinčić’s history with Argentina
The official has already played a part in one of the most memorable moments of Argentina’s recent football history.
He was the man in the middle when Lionel Scaloni’s side suffered a shock 1-2 defeat to Saudi Arabia in their opening match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The result ended Argentina’s 36-match unbeaten run and remains their last defeat in a World Cup match to date.
Despite the historic upset, Vinčić’s officiating attracted little controversy. He awarded Argentina an early penalty after Leandro Paredes was fouled inside the area, which Lionel Messi duly converted. Argentina recovered from that setback to lift the trophy in Qatar, and now return to another World Cup final with Vinčić once again in charge.
Why FIFA chose him
Appointments for a World Cup final are rarely based on a single tournament. FIFA considers years of performances at domestic, continental and international levels before selecting the referee for its showpiece event. Vinčić’s vast experience in Champions League knockout matches, European finals and successive World Cups made him the standout candidate.
He will be assisted on Sunday by fellow Slovenians Tomaž Klančnik and Andraž Kovačič, while Jordan’s Adham Makhadmeh has been appointed as the fourth official. Saudi Arabia’s Mohammad Alkalaf will serve as the reserve assistant referee.
When the final whistle blows on Sunday, one team will celebrate becoming world champions. If Vinčić’s name barely features in the post-match headlines, it will mean he has delivered exactly the kind of invisible, elite performance FIFA expects.
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Gold Coast has quietly built some encouraging form, highlighted by a win over Penrith and a competitive showing against Melbourne. Improved effort through the middle has allowed Jayden Campbell and Keano Kini to inject themselves into matches far more consistently.
Manly arrives undermanned in the forwards, presenting an opportunity for the Titans to control the ruck and dictate the tempo. Gold Coast’s attack around the middle third has been a major strength throughout the season, with Oliver Pascoe playing an increasingly important role in creating opportunities. If the Titans win that battle, they have every chance of claiming another valuable scalp.
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Terence Crawford has named a Hall of Famer he was supposed to face in 2021, only for their showdown to fall by the way side.
Ultimately, ‘Bud’ has no regrets about how his career unfolded, especially with him becoming a three-division undisputed champion against Canelo Alvarez last September.
At the same time, though, there is seemingly a shred of disappointment that his blockbuster clash with Manny Pacquiao never quite materialised.
The pair were closing in on an agreement to collide in June 2025, back when Crawford had just successfully defended his WBO welterweight title against Kell Brook.
Pacquiao, meanwhile, was coming off a WBA title defence against Keith Thurman, who he defeated by split decision after scoring a first-round knockdown.
A unification match with Crawford was then becoming increasingly likely, only for financial backers in Abu Dhabi to pull the plug on their investment.
Speaking with ESPN, Crawford named the eight-division world champion as the only fighter, past or present, that he was eager to test himself against.
“The only fight I felt got away from me is the Pacquiao fight. But all the fighters before me – I don’t ever look at them and think, ‘I want to fight him’. I was just happy to watch them and learn from them.”
Following the collapse of his fight with Crawford, Pacquiao was supposed to face Errol Spence Jr, the then-WBC and IBF welterweight champion, in August 2021.
With Spence pulling out due to a torn retina, however, ‘Pac Man’ ended up facing Yordenis Ugas and lost his title via a unanimous decision.
Former West Indies cricket captain, Sir Garfield Sobers, has died at the age of 89, West Indies Cricket announced on Friday.
“A great innings has come to an end. In our hearts, now and forever, Sir Garfield Sobers,” West Indies Cricket said in a post on X.
One of cricket’s all-time greats
Sobers is considered one of the all-time greats to play the game and was known for his potent top-order batting, the ability to bowl medium fast and spin, while also being an excellent fielder.
Sobers represented the West Indies in an international career spanning two decades, from 1954 to 1974.
Garfield St Aubrun Sobers was born in St Michael, Barbados, on July 28, 1936 and was the fifth of six children.
He made his first class cricket debut for Barbados at the age of 16 in 1953 and would go on to play his first test for West Indies in 1954.
At the age of 21, Sobers scored his maiden century against Pakistan and would finish with 365 not out, which was then the highest individual test innings.
Sobers scored 8,032 runs at the crease in his 93 Tests at an average of 57.78. His versatile bowling ability saw him take 235 wickets at 34.03 runs a piece while in fielding he took 109 test match catches.
Sobers was knighted for his services to cricket by Queen Elizabeth II in Bridgetown, Barbados, that reportedly drew 50,000 spectators.
Tributes for icon of the game
“One of the greatest cricketers to have ever graced the game, Sir Garfield Sobers, has sadly passed away,” the International Cricket Council said in a post on X.
England Cricket also paid tribute with a social media post calling Sobers “one of the greatest to ever play the game.”
“Forever in our hearts, Sir Garfield Sobers,” England Cricket said in a post on X.
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