Whatever its legitimacy, the organizers of the Enhanced Games know how to grab attention. A launch on Wednesday was accompanied by a glossy one-hour film, a sales platform for prescription performance enhancers and the claim of a new 50-meters freestyle world record by Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev.
“He should be retired, but in fact, he’s swimming faster than any human being has ever done so. Why? Because he used technology and science to enhance his performance,” boasted founder Aron D’Souza.
“Once the world realizes that, I think everyone is going to want it. Every middle-aged guy who once played competitive sport and is now suffering from back pain is going to say, ‘What is he on and how do I get it?’”
Gkolomeev, who has failed to reach the podium in his four Olympic performances, will not be credited by any official body for a number of reasons; there is no independent adjudication, he was wearing an inline full-body open water suit that falls outside World Aquatics standards and, most pertinently, there was no doping control. In fact, performance-enhancing drugs are demanded by organizers who also claim Gkolomeev broke another world record in jammers, shorts which are allowed in the Olympics.
Has a world record really been broken?
Not in any meaningful sense. World Aquatics, who govern swimming, have been as dismissive of the Enhanced Games as most of their fellow sporting bodies.
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“The Enhanced Games are not a sporting competition built on universal values like honesty, fairness and equity: they are a circus, built on shortcuts,” read a statement from swimming’s global governing body.
While it’s apparent that Gkolomeev was doped, it is not clear what with. The Enhanced Games have not revealed what substances the 31-year-old took, citing personal confidentiality, despite consistently promising transparency.
What is the point of the Enhanced Games?
Much of the promotion has been around two things – money and drugs. At Wednesday’s launch, D’Souza revealed that the first event would feature four swimming races, four athletics sprints and a weightlifting competition. Each event winner is to receive $500,000 (€440,000) with a $1 million bonus for world records in the 50-meters freestyle and 100-meter sprint and $250,000 for other world records.
The Trump family, in the shape of Donald Trump Jr. have invested in the Enhanced GamesImage: Alex Brandon/AP/picture alliance
Investors including Donald Trump Jr., Paypal co-founder Peter Thiel, German tech investor Christian Angermayer and former Coinbase Chief Technology Officer Balaji Srinivasan will hope to profit from the organization’s “Telehealth Platform” it says will launch in August in a number of US states. The website currently offers “priority access” to a “fully tailored enhancement plan” for a fee of $99. The Enhanced Games say this is all legal with most banned substances in high-level sport available on prescription in the United States. They also insist they will go by the book.
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When will the Enhanced Games take place?
While the drug-selling aspect of the Enhanced Games will be operational soon, the actual event will not take place until next May 21-24 in Las Vegas. This will be less than a month before the United States co-hosts the football World Cup and two years before Los Angeles hosts the 2028 Olympics.
Only four athletes, all swimmers, have so far confirmed their participation. They are: Andriy Govorov, the Ukrainian 50-meters butterfly world record holder and bronze medallst at the 2017 World Championships, 21-year-old Bulgarian swimmer Josif Miladinov, a silver medalist at the 2019 European Championships and retired Australian world champion James Magnussen.
What do the critics say about the Enhanced Games?
The worlds of sports and medicine have been near-universal in their condemnation of the concept.
“Thinking that because you do medical checks on the spot is going to give you a good idea of the health risks of abuse of doping substances, again, is medical and scientific nonsense,” said World Anti-Doping Agency science director Olivier Rabin.
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“It’s like the Roman circus, you know, you sacrifice the lives of people purely for entertainment. What’s the value of this? I don’t think any responsible society should move in that direction.”
WADA have consistently announced their opposition to the Enhanced GamesImage: picture-alliance/dpa/EPA/J. C. Bott
Speaking to DW earlier this year, Chris Raynor, a sports medicine doctor at Cornwall Community Hospital in Canada, told DW the dangers are dramatic.
“There are always effects associated with these medications. It can lead to cardiac arrhythmias, a heart attack, sudden cardiac death,” he explained .
Former US swimmer and Olympic medalist Allison Wagner, who was beaten at major events by many swimmers who were either proven or suspected dopers, said that sport itself is at stake.
“For me and for so many athletes, sport has been about learning and incorporating values such as integrity and fair play, and these Enhanced Games make a mockery of that.”
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What do the Enhanced Games athletes and organizers say?
D’Souza argues that doping in professional and amateur sport is inherent and his proposal is a safer method that “makes sport a fair, level, transparent field so that innovation can be illustrated in a very public way to support technological progress.”
The organizers and athletes invloved in the Enhanced Games insist they are safe, but others disagreeImage: Arafat Barbakh/REUTERS
Speaking to DW earlier this year, he added that “individuals should be able to take risks for themselves with free and informed consent.”
Magnussen said the Enhanced Games have reinvigorated his passion for the sport but sees them as separate from clean competition.
“I was waking up each day with an enthusiasm to train, to compete. I felt so healthy, so motivated. It’s honestly the happiest I’ve been in seven years,” he said.
“As athletes we have a greater risk appetite than the general population and see an event like the Enhanced Games as an opportunity.”
The ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 has counter-drone technology deployed at all matches held in the United States, according to Andrew Giuliani, who heads the White House World Cup Task Force, ABC News reported.
Notably, the move comes in the wake of an alleged drone attack plot targeting the UFC 250 event at the White House, with FIFA World Cup matches across the United States also identified as potential targets by law enforcement sources.
Giuliani said all 78 World Cup matches in the United States, along with fan festivals in every host city, will be protected by counter-drone systems throughout the tournament.
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“All 78 of the matches in the United States of America have counter-drone mitigation protection, and every fan fest, one fan fest in every single city throughout the duration of the World Cup will have counter-drone mitigation coverage,” said Giuliani, according to ABC News.
The USA, along with Mexico and Canada, is hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup from June 11 to July 19.
USA played their campaign opener on June 12 and registered an emphatic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, powered by a standout performance from Folarin Balogun and Christian Pulisic.
Balogun scored twice, while Pulisic delivered a commanding display, constantly troubling the Paraguayan defence and playing a key role in multiple attacking moves as the hosts controlled proceedings from the start.
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The USA took an early lead in the 7th minute when Pulisic split the defence with a brilliant pass to Weston McKennie, resulting in Damian Bobadilla turning the ball into his own net. Balogun then doubled the advantage in the 31st minute, finishing a precise cross from Pulisic.
The forward added his second goal deep into stoppage time (90+8′), dribbling past two defenders before sealing a comfortable win for the hosts, who were in full control throughout the match.
Paraguay briefly reduced the deficit in the 73rd minute through Mauricio Magalhães, but failed to mount a sustained comeback against a dominant US side.
Head coach Mauricio Pochettino opted to rest Pulisic at half-time, replacing him with Sebastian Berhalter, as the USA managed their squad with an eye on a long tournament ahead.
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Late in the match, Gio Reyna added further gloss to the scoreline with a stunning strike from distance, finding the top corner to cap off an emphatic opening win for the hosts.
Elevate Arena is underway at London’s Excel and the hot topic of AI was the first point of discussion on the Debate stage.
Chaired by Melinda Nicci, founder of Bella AI and digital lead at UK Active, the panel was made up of Tiffany Gould, consultant director at Leisure Labs; Jessie Shanahan, CTO at Vor Technologies as well as Suzanne Gabb, COO Good Boost – a social enterprise which provides a good example of AI being used in the industry to support with people with MSK issues via personalised digital programmes.
A poll of the audience uncovered the fact that there’s still some overwhelm and fear with AI, especially around trust and authenticity.
The conversation revolved around the potential of AI – for example to automate daily tasks, do the grunt work and the research – as well as its limitations, including it being constrained by historical data which may not accurately predict future scenarios – there is also a gap in data about women and older demographics.
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Gould says the industry is currently collecting vast amounts of data without effectively using it for business insights. The panel stressed the importance of identifying the problem and working backwards to establish how AI could be leveraged.
Shanahan also raised the crucial point of keeping the human in the loop to avoid skill decay – if we outsource decision making or critical analysis then we will get worse at it. “No AI model even comes close to humans in making decisions,” she says. “It’s important not to blindly accept what the computer says. It’s tool that has been designed to sound convincing, but not always be accurate.”
The key takeaway was that it should augment human work, not replace it. The fitness sector is driven by relationships and trust is created by having a person involved.
“AI is part of the conversation but not the whole,” says Gould. “Take a step into the world and give it a go, don’t be perfectionist. You have to experiment and try, iterate and change it and it gets better as a consequence.”
Jun 7, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Noah Cameron (65) throws a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
Noah Cameron has pitched well against the St. Louis Cardinals during his young career but has nothing to show for it.
The left-hander will look for better fortune when he takes the mound on Thursday as the Royals open a three-game series against the visiting Cardinals.
Cameron (3-4, 4.11 ERA) enjoyed a strong rookie 2025 season, posting a 9-7 record and 2.99 ERA in 24 starts and finishing fourth in the American League Rookie of the Year voting. Though 2026 has been inconsistent, he notched a string of four quality starts in five outings before allowing a pair of two-run homers over 4 1/3 innings in Kansas City’s 8-7 loss to Houston on Saturday.
“Two bad pitches,” Cameron said. “Didn’t execute.”
Cameron hasn’t had much trouble with execution while posting a 1.96 ERA versus St. Louis, which is batting .148 against him.
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However, the Royals lost all three of those contests, with Cameron being saddled with two defeats. He yielded the only run of the game on May 17, 2025 — a Jordan Walker homer over 6 1/3 innings in a 1-0 loss. He scattered two hits over six scoreless innings the following month, however Kansas City’s bullpen blew a 3-0 lead in the 6-5 loss at St. Louis.
Then last month, Cameron gave up three runs in six innings of the Royals’ 4-2 setback against the Cardinals.
“Obviously, you can’t be mad about quality starts,” Cameron said.
Kansas City has dropped three straight series at home, where it is mired in a 4-12 rut. However, the Royals have some momentum entering the I-70 series after they avoided being swept at Washington with a 6-2 win on Wednesday afternoon.
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Carter Jensen homered among his four hits and Lane Thomas, Michael Massey and John Rave also went deep for the Royals.
“We’ve got to score runs and (the pitching staff has) to prevent them when we are ahead,” Thomas told The Kansas City Star. “You know, as long as we do that, two out of three days a series, I think we will be OK.”
Kansas City dropped two of three last month at St. Louis.
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The Cardinals had won nine of 12 before dropping a 6-1 decision to the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.
Scheduled Cardinals starter Matthew Liberatore (3-3, 4.71) did not face the Royals in the previous series and is 1-1 with a 6.75 ERA in four career appearances (two starts) versus Kansas City.
The left-hander hopes to get back on track after he allowed nine runs — seven earned — and four homers over 8 2/3 innings in his last two starts.
Alec Burleson drove in the Cardinals’ run Wednesday and is batting .310 with 18 RBIs during a 17-game hitting streak. He’s a career .302 hitter with 10 RBIs in 14 games versus Kansas City.
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“He’s one of those guys who has a really good plan, and commits to it,” Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said of Burleson, who is 0-for-4 against Cameron.
“That’s what allows him to have success.”
Jensen, meanwhile, is batting .361 with two home runs and nine RBIs in his last nine games. Teammate Salvador Perez is hitting just .200 on the season, but he is 4-for-7 with a homer versus Liberatore.
Kansas City has been ravaged with injuries this season, and All-Star third baseman Maikel Garcia could miss a second straight game with a nagging hand injury.
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO – JUNE 11: Referee Wilton Sampaio issues a red card to Themba Zwane #11 of South Africa during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium on June 11, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
South Africa’s World Cup campaign is hanging by a thread.
After a 2-0 defeat to Mexico in their opener, Bafana Bafana head into their clash with Czechia knowing they need a response. Another setback would leave qualification hopes depending on other results and make the road to the knockout stages much tougher.
The challenge becomes even bigger with Themba Zwane suspended for the remainder of the group stage after his red card against Mexico.
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And that raises an uncomfortable question.
Can Bafana cope without him?
For years, Zwane has been one of South Africa’s most reliable players. When the team needs creativity or experience, he is often at the centre of it.
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Now someone else must step up.
South Africa struggled to create clear chances against Mexico, and those problems cannot continue against Czechia. If Bafana are going to keep their World Cup dream alive, they need more from the players.
A loss leaves South Africa staring at an early exit.
With Zwane watching from the sidelines, Bafana need a new hero.
Need to refresh your golf shirts, upgrade your accessories, or better, find a last-minute Father’s Day gift without draining your wallet? You’re in luck. PGA Tour Superstore is currently loaded with deep discounts on everything from golf shoes and polos to GPS devices and golf balls.
The best part? These aren’t leftover products that nobody wanted. Many of the biggest markdowns are on premium brands and some of our favorite gear.
We dug through the sale section and found six deals that really stood out not just because of the savings, but because we’d actually buy them ourselves. Whether you’re looking to add a little style to your summer golf lineup or save big on tech that can help your game, now is a great time to grab something on sale.
Here are some of our favorite items that are on sale right now:
Puma’s Phantomcat Nitro (best shoe name ever?) isn’t just another golf shoe, it’s a glimpse into the future. Featuring the brand’s innovative Nitro Foam cushioning and new Flexspike technology, the Phantomcat delivers lightweight comfort, responsive performance and exceptional traction in a sleek, modern package. A waterproof upper and supportive insole round out a design built to perform in all conditions. They look great with shorts, too.
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1 Thing We Really Like: The Nitro Foam cushioning provides sneaker-like comfort without sacrificing stability during the swing. And who doesn’t like a 67% discount?
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Puma Phantomcat Nitro Golf Shoe
A next-generation golf shoe that combines comfort with cutting-edge traction.
Combining a modern geometric-stripe design with TravisMathew’s incredibly soft Featherweight fabric, this polo delivers premium comfort and as all TM shirts do, fits incredibly well. Lightweight, stretchy and easy to wear, it’s finished with the brand’s signature collar for a polished look.
1 thing we really like: It’s a lightweight performance polo that still feels premium. And, TM shirts last a long time.
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TravisMathew Featherweight Deco Men’s Golf Polo Shirt
A lightweight performance polo that delivers exceptional comfort with elevated everyday style.
The Blue Tees PlayMaker+ GPS Golf Watch packs premium features into a lightweight and minimal design. With more than 42,000 preloaded courses, a vibrant AMOLED touchscreen and advanced tools like shot tracking, hazard mapping, scorekeeping and Green View, it delivers everything golfers need to play well, without the fuss of advanced features that many golfers don’t use anyway.
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1 thing we really like: The bright AMOLED touchscreen is incredibly easy to read, even in direct sunlight.
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Blue Tees PlayMaker+ Golf GPS Watch
A feature-packed GPS golf watch that combines premium technology with ease-of-use.
The Bushnell Wingman Mini packs premium sound and on-course GPS functionality into a compact, portable speaker that’s perfect for walkers and riders alike. Featuring audible front, center, and back green distances from more than 38,000 courses worldwide, the Wingman Mini keeps you informed while also streaming your favorite music. It also comes with Bushnell’s popular BITE magnetic cart mount, a waterproof design, and up to 10 hours of battery life.
1 thing we really like: A compact Bluetooth speaker that combines quality audio with convenient audible GPS yardages? Talk about a win-win. And, the BITE magnet is super strong.
Summer golf means long days in the sun, and these slip-on sleeves offer a simple way to stay protected without sacrificing comfort or excessive layering. Made from a lightweight, breathable stretch fabric with UPF 50 sun protection, they help shield your arms from harmful UV rays and actually do a decent job at keeping you cool during your round. Plus, they add a Tour-inspired look that many golfers have embraced.
1 thing we really like: Skin protection is a must these days and these are a great way to keep your arms protected. At this low price, why not grab two sets?
Anytime you can snag three dozen golf balls for less than the price of one premium dozen, you should definitely consider it. Designed for golfers who prioritize feel without sacrificing distance, the Srixon Soft Feel delivers exactly what its name promises with a FastLayer Core to help generate impressive ball speeds while maintaining a soft, responsive feel. The 338 Speed Dimple Pattern promotes a higher, longer flight with excellent stability in windy conditions. Comes in five colors to choose from. Put it this way: Srixon has no business making this ball this affordable, but we’re here for it. The buy-two-dozen-get-one-free promo is a tremendous value.
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1 thing we really like: Outstanding value in a ball many amateurs (especially dads) will love.
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Srixon Soft Feel Golf Balls
A soft-feeling golf ball that delivers impressive distance and dependable all-around performance.
The Cleveland Browns entered last season with one of the NFL’s more crowded quarterback rooms.
Shedeur Sanders took over as starting quarterback in Week 12 last season, and after two more starts, he was named the starter for the remainder of the season. Sanders’ stunning slide to the fifth round of the 2025 draft set the stage for him becoming one of the most scrutinized rookies in recent memory.
Few know Shedeur’s game better than Deion Sanders, his father and former college coach. On Wednesday, the two-time Super Bowl champion reflected on his son’s rookie season.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders throws a pass to tight end Harold Fannin Jr. during the first half of an NFL game against the Buffalo Bills in Cleveland, Ohio, on Dec. 21, 2025.(Sue Ogrocki/AP Photo)
After Shedeur endured an uneven rookie season for the 5-12 Browns, the Colorado football coach said he hoped for more from his son but also pointed to the support young quarterbacks need early in their development.
“I would have wanted him to perform a little better, but that’s not just an individual thing, that’s a team thing,” Sanders told Covers while speaking on behalf of his partnership with Depend.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders greets his dad Deion Sanders before an NFL game against the Buffalo Bills in Cleveland on Dec. 21, 2025.(Sue Ogrocki/AP Photo)
“A quarterback needs help tremendously from the offensive line, from the receivers, from the running game, from the coordinators as well. “It’s not just a singular thing, like a defensive back. I don’t care what the pass rush is, (the DB) has got to do his job. It’s a little different with a quarterback. He needs several things to go right for him to be successful.”
Sanders also weighed in on Cleveland’s decision to trade the reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams, a move that underscored the Browns’ rebuild.
“I’m happy with Mr. Berry, the GM, and what he’s doing, I’m not going to question his direction of what he’s bringing to the table,” Sanders said of Browns general manager Andrew Berry.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders warms up before an NFL game against the San Francisco 49ers in Cleveland on Nov. 30, 2025.(Sue Ogrocki/AP Photo)
“I’m not there, so I don’t know all the intangibles that provoked that trade. I’m happy with what they got, and I can’t wait to see how it plays out.”
Apprentice jockey Caitlin Hollowood achieved a significant career milestone with Prestige Forever’s victory at Caulfield Heath.
After accumulating 33 wins across country and provincial tracks in Victoria and New South Wales, Hollowood celebrated her first metropolitan success aboard the Julius Sandhu-trained Prestige Forever in the Sportsbet Feed Handicap (1500m) on Wednesday.
“It’s unreal,” Hollowood commented. “For a second, I thought we were beaten, but he really fought back and really dug in deep. I’m so happy to get the win, especially for Julius too. It was my first ride for him, so we’re starting off in a good way.”
Prestige Forever ($12), despite starting from the widest barrier, was challenged in the home straight but managed to fight back and defeat the Tom Dabernig-trained stablemates Dantooine ($4.40) and Corro ($17) by a short-head.
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The colt, Prestige Forever, began his career with the David Brideoake and Matt Jenkins stable, where he notably won the Listed St Albans Stakes at Moonee Valley as a two-year-old.
He was subsequently transferred to Matt Laurie when Brideoake retired from training, before heading to Sandhu’s Cranbourne base.
Sandhu noted that considerable effort was required from Hollowood during her first ride for the stable on a horse that had previously shown a tendency to not always give its best.
“We asked a lot of her as this guy had been taking the ‘mickey’ back home,” Sandhu revealed. “We know he’s talented, but he has a bit of a good old think, so we just had to go and do something different. We drew the outside barrier, and I said to give him a good squeeze and get him to the front. I said to be aggressive, and she was, and she rated him well in front. Credit to the horse. He was headed at that furlong mark, but he fought deep and it’s good for the connections, and hopefully that’s the making of him. As a two-year-old he showed plenty but did not always have his mind on the job.”
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Jun 17, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) throws during the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Freddie Freeman hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the sixth inning and Shohei Ohtani pitched through a bloody blister to earn his seventh win as the Los Angeles Dodgers finished off a series sweep with a 5-4 victory over the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday.
Alex Call, Alex Freeland and Kyle Tucker drove in runs as the Dodgers improved to 12-2 at home since May 13.
Freeman’s home run in the sixth off Kevin Kelly (4-3) followed an Andy Pages double. The long ball was No. 12 of the season for Freeman. Ohtani (7-2) gave up four runs on seven hits over six innings with one walk and five strikeouts.
Yandy Diaz had two hits and an RBI for the Rays, who struggled to a 1-5 record in a six-game road trip to the Los Angeles area that included a three-game weekend series against the Angels.
Rays left-hander Shane McClanahan gave up two runs on three hits over 3 2/3 innings as he struggled with his command and walked five. He also fanned three.
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The Dodgers took a 2-0 lead in the fourth inning on RBI singles from Call and Freeland. When Tommy Edman walked following Freeland’s single, McClanahan was replaced by Casey Legumina after throwing 83 pitches.
The Rays answered by sending nine batters to the plate in the fifth against Ohtani. Victor Mesa Jr. led off with a walk, Hunter Feduccia doubled and Taylor Walls followed with a sacrifice fly for a run.
Diaz added an RBI single that was followed by singles from Jonathan Aranda and Cedric Mullins, loading the bases. Junior Caminero’s ground ball drove in Diaz to give Tampa Bay a 3-2 lead. The Rays scored one more time in the inning on a single from Richie Palacios.
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The Dodgers got within 4-3 when Tucker walked with the bases loaded in the fifth, setting the stage for Freeman’s go-ahead homer an inning later.
Dodgers left-hander Alex Vesia pitched out of a bases-loaded jam in the ninth inning for his third save.
Ohtani was not used as the designated hitter in the game but had an at-bat as a pinch hitter in the sixth inning and grounded out. Ohtani took his regular turn on the mound despite dealing with left knee inflammation following his most recent start last week at Pittsburgh.
Meanwhile, Spencer Strider and Cole Ragans were recently shifted to the 60-day IL
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There can be no silver lining for those who lost Jose Ramirez to a fractured hamate bone over the weekend. Their first-round pick is now out for more than a month, and no matter how shallow the league, there’s no accounting for that loss.
Worse yet, the injury comes only two weeks after consensus best player in Fantasy Aaron Judge was lost to a stress fracture in his rib and a week after Ronald Acuna’s hamstring put him out of commission again. Between those three and Oneil Cruz (fractured hand), the IL is as abounding in star power as it’s been all year.
Those of us who’ve managed to dodge those bullets can indeed see a silver lining, though, and it’s that Hunter Brown at long last returned from a shoulder strain Tuesday. The undisputed Fantasy ace made only two starts before landing on the IL in early April.
Some others who have returned this week include Cal Raleigh (strained oblique), Yainer Diaz (strained oblique), J.P. Crawford (bruised hand), Kodai Senga (lumbar spine inflammation) and Casey Mize (strained adductor). The list is actually shrinking faster than it’s growing, but it doesn’t feel that way with so many high draft picks having succumbed to injury.
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I’ll remind you once again that the order here is more about how impactful the player will be when healthy than how close he is to returning, though both factors carry some weight.
The details surrounding Moses Itauma‘s highly-anticipated return to the ring have finally been revealed.
While Oleksandr Usyk may be the current king of the heavyweights, Itauma is viewed as the future of the division, having won all 14 of his professional fights to date, 12 of them coming by knockout.
After gaining prominence with stoppage wins over the likes of Dillian Whyte, Demsey McKean and Mariusz Wach, he picked up the biggest win of his career so far back in March when he knocked out Jermaine Franklin inside five rounds at the Co-Op Live in Manchester.
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Following that victory, attention quickly then turned to who the 21-year-old would face next as he continues his journey towards a world title shot in the near future.
The long-rumoured opponent was Filip Hrgovic, and it has now been reported by Sky Sports that he will indeed take on the Croatian, with the fight understood to take place on August 29 at London’s O2 Arena.
Hrgovic has won 20 of his 21 professional fights, with his only blemish coming when he was beaten by Daniel Dubois back in June 2024.
He has defeated a trio of Brits since that loss, claiming points wins over both Joe Joyce and David Adeleye, before a third round stoppage victory over Dave Allen at the Eco-Power Stadium in Doncaster in May.
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