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PSG players parade Champions League trophy after night of unrest in Paris
The French capital laid on a hero’s welcome Sunday for Paris Saint-Germain players to mark their second Champions League title victory, which was marred by violent clashes overnight across France and led police to detain hundreds of people.
Tens of thousands of flag-waving fans took to the streets again to see the team parade from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport to the Champ de Mars plaza in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower.
The team flew back from Budapest where they beat English Premier League champions Arsenal on Saturday night 4-3 in a penalty shoot-out.
Read morePSG beat Arsenal on penalties to win back-to-back Champions League titles
They were also received by President Emmanuel Macron before returning to their Parc des Princes stadium for a final encounter with fans.
A night of celebrations was blighted however by clashes between youths and police in Paris and other cities, cars set on fire and shops looted.
One man died riding his motorbike around the Paris ring road in celebration while authorities reported stabbings and other attacks. They said 57 police and 219 “participants” were injured. Eight of the injured were in critical condition.
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said there were 780 arrests across France, nearly a third more than when PSG’s triumph last year over Inter Milan also set off a night of disturbances. He said looting had taken place in around 15 cities across the country.
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Municipal workers hurried Sunday morning to clear the Paris streets of broken glass, damaged bus shelters, trash cans and burned out cars and bikes before PSG’s return.
French President Emmanuel Macron called the violence “unspeakable”.
But amid political recriminations over the troubles, Paris mayor Emmanuel Grégoire played down the severity, saying such incidents were nothing new.
‘Brainless thugs’
“In the vast majority of cases, people celebrated with family and friends. And it was an extraordinary celebration,” the mayor told BFM TV. “And incidents on the fringes of major events have been going on for centuries.”
Gregoire blamed the “media coverage” of the unrest “and perhaps also the obsession of these troublemakers who come to cause trouble and show themselves on social media”.
“There’s a kind of escalation, a chain reaction, and an incitement, in a way, to do just about anything,” he added.
Read moreOne dead, 780 arrested across France as unrest mars PSG’s victory nightThe town hall for the Paris district that includes the Champs-Elysee, where tens of thousands went after the football victory, called for a ban on such gatherings.
On Saturday night, the “Champs-Élysées avenue and its surroundings ceased to be a place of celebration and became an arena of urban guerrilla warfare”, the town hall said in a statement.
Politicians from all sides lambasted the troubles and questioned the way it was handled.
Far-right figurehead Marine Le Pen wrote on X that “only in France does a football club’s victory spark riots”.
Valérie Pécresse, the head of the greater Paris council from the Republicans party, slammed “the brainless thugs who allow themselves to destroy everything, tarnishing the image of Paris and France!”.
She demanded “exemplary sanctions” in a post on X.
A spokesperson for the hard-left France Unbowed said: “We cannot be satisfied with the way last night’s event was managed and organised by the government.”
Riding high
Nunez promised “strongarm” security for Sunday’s celebrations as thousands of PSG supporters waited, waving flags and sporting PSG shirts. Some 6,000 police were on duty across the centre of the capital.
“We’re still riding yesterday’s high, so we want to keep the party going,” said 25-year-old Abou, a PSG fan “since he was little”.
“Paris, Paris” chanted supporters, as they filtered through security checkpoints to get spots near a stage where the players appeared. The “We Are the Champions” pop song blared out on speakers.
PSG captain Marquinhos and striker Ousmane Dembele were among the most applauded as they lifted the trophy before the adoring crowds. “We will be back next year for the third,” said Dembele.
But PSG’s Qatari president Nasser Al-Khelaifi appealed to the crowd: “Please celebrate calmly today. We must protect our city.”
The streets were so packed that the team arrived more than an hour late at the Champs-de-Mars where they paraded on a red, white and blue tricolour carpet to the stage.
Giant screens showed replays of the penalty shootout that brought the trophy back to Paris.
“It was great, there was the stress of the penalty shootout but it was good stress in the end,” said Mirna Makima, a 39-year-old physiotherapist who travelled from Belgium for the celebrations.
(FRANCE 24 with AFP)
The last thing the Minnesota Vikings will do this summer is trade Justin Jefferson, but that didn’t stop Bleacher Report from dreaming big this week, pounding home a Jefferson trade theory from a Buffalo Bills perspective.
Fresh off the steam of two colossal NFL trades — Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams and A.J. Browns to the New England Patriots — BR Alex Kay decided it was reasonable to ship Jefferson east.
Vikings Have No Practical Path to Move Jefferson
BR: Jefferson to Bills Would Be Like Garrett to LAR
Kay sized up five bombastic NFL trades, and Jefferson to Josh Allen’s team made the cut.
He explained, “Buffalo Bills receive: WR Justin Jefferson. Minnesota Vikings receive: 2027 first-, second- and fourth-round picks, 2028 third- and fifth-round picks. Dealing Jefferson in exchange for a massive amount of capital would position the Vikings to land one of the coveted quarterback prospects set to be available in the 2027 draft.”
“With a slew of high-end signal-callers set to enter the league next offseason, Minnesota can’t afford to miss out if it wants to return to prominence in the brutally tough NFC North. A team all-in on winning a Super Bowl this coming season would be the ideal suitor for Jefferson. The Buffalo Bills would be an intriguing choice after they came up painfully short last season.”
Ironically, Jefferson ended up with the Vikings because of a WR trade to the Bills in 2020: Stefon Diggs.
“While they did trade for DJ Moore to bolster an undermanned receiving corps, they failed to land a true needle-mover to pair with star QB Josh Allen. An Allen-Jefferson battery could put up historic numbers akin to what Randy Moss and Tom Brady accomplished with the 2007 New England Patriots,” Kay continued.
“It would cost the Bills a haul of future picks to bring the tandem together, but doing so would give the club perhaps its best shot yet at a championship.”
Fun — but Not Realistic
The spirit of Kay’s article was dream trades … hypothetically — and that’s fine. Vikings fans can stand around and imagine a Bijan Robinson trade all day if they’d like. That’s what daydreaming is for. But Jefferson to Buffalo this summer or Robinson to Minnesota anytime soon simply are not realistic. Minnesota has no incentive to subtract its best player; neither does Atlanta.
In fact, new Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley said Wednesday that his team is competing for a Super Bowl as early as now. The Vikings are not in a rebuild mode or anywhere close to it. Therefore, if Minnesota is “in it to win it” in 2026, trading Jefferson just doesn’t move the needle.
It would’ve been like the New York Knicks trading Jalen Brunson last October.
The Money Doesn’t Work
Trading Jefferson this summer would be a financial disaster for Minnesota, costing them approximately $70.5 million in dead cap. Such a move is typically reserved for players who are underperforming, who are forcing a trade, or who are creating significant locker-room issues. Jefferson, however, is none of these; he remains a top-tier talent, the cornerstone of their franchise, and a reliable asset for the team’s future.
That financial reality alone makes any trade speculation premature, even before considering the on-field implications. A trade only becomes financially viable after June 1, 2027, when the financial impact would decrease to roughly $19 million (but with more hitting the books in 2028). Even then, the Vikings would require an exceptionally compelling reason to ponder such a move.
Until then, any discussion of trading Jefferson is baseless. While Minnesota can explore options for linebackers and centers in free agency, for example, trading Jefferson this summer is an entirely different proposition.
A Jefferson trade is virtually impossible for now.
Beware of 2027 Jefferson Trade Takes, Though
The real worry emerges a year from now.
Consider the Damian Lillard drama in Portland. For years, NBA analysts urged him to leave, but he remained loyal, carrying imperfect teams until he finally reached his breaking point. That should serve as a warning for Minnesota. Elite players typically preach patience, but only until the team gives them too many reasons to quit.
It places the spotlight squarely on the Vikings’ quarterback plan. Jefferson cannot be chasing 1,000 yards in December while the rest of the season drifts into discussions about draft order. Minnesota needs Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy, or both to make the offense dangerous enough to genuinely contend.
McCarthy received a full season tryout and ended up at the bottom of the league in efficiency while battling three injuries. That performance opened the door for Murray. It’s likely Murray’s turn in September.
Trading Jefferson now would be an unholy decision. A Vikings 2026 finish sans the playoffs would open a can of worms on the topic.
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Dave Allen makes new Moses Itauma vs ‘world-class’ Filip Hrgovic prediction: “I think he wins”
After blitzing out Dave Allen last month, Filip Hrgovic looks set for a second consecutive outing on British soil, expected to collide with Moses Itauma next.
Now, after recently facing the imposing Croatian, Allen has provided a prediction for that proposed fight.
Hrgovic suffered a first career defeat when he lost to Daniel Dubois by stoppage in a bid for the IBF Interim heavyweight title; a loss which ultimately cost him world honours, with ‘Triple D’ elevated to full world champion soon after.
However, ‘El Animal’ has since bounced back, with last month’s three-round beatdown of Allen marking three wins over British opponents within a 13-month spell and teeing up a fifth straight clash against an opponent from the UK.
The victor of Itauma-Hrgovic is expected to move on to a shot at the heavyweight throne, but despite his recent one-sided defeat, Allen picked 21-year-old Itauma to come out on top, on his TikTok account.
“It’s a great fight, it is a big step up, I think. I think that Franklin was a good fight but Hrgovic is another step up again, a lot more danger.
“Hrgovic, I think, is a world-class fighter. I think that he is very, very, very good, but I think that with Itauma’s speed and variation, I think that Itauma wins. I think that he is that special.”
It is believed that Itauma vs Hrgovic will take place on Saturday, August 8, at the O2 Arena. However, an alternative date has also been suggested for what would be Itauma’s toughest test to date.
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Phillies vs. Padres odds, prediction, line, time: 2026 MLB picks for June 4 from proven model
The Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres wrap up a three-game set when they meet on Thursday’s MLB schedule. The Phillies (32-29) won the first two contests of the series, both by 3-2 scores. The Padres (32-28) have now dropped four in a row for the third time this season, which ties for their longest losing streak of the year. Zack Wheeler (4-1, 2.27 ERA) will take the ball for Philly, countered by San Diego RHP Lucas Giolito (2-0, 4.97 ERA).
First pitch is set for 1:05 p.m. ET from Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. The Phillies have won six straight versus San Diego dating back to last season. Philadelphia is the -191 favorite on the money line (risk $191 to win $100) in the latest Padres vs. Phillies odds, while the over/under for total runs is 8. Before making any Phillies vs. Padres picks, or MLB predictions, be sure to see the Padres vs. Phillies predictions and betting advice from SportsLine’s proven computer model.
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After 10,000 simulations of Padres vs. Phillies, the model is going Over 8 combined runs. For over/under betting, the pitchers on the mound indicate there could be plenty of runs on the scoreboard. Wheeler is coming off his worst outing, allowing 4 ER and 4 HR last Friday. As for Giolito, he also gave up 4 ER in his last start, and that came in just 2.2 innings. He’s also been roughed up by Philadelphia’s best hitters as Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Trea Turner have combined for five homers across just 27 ABs versus Giolito.
The model projects each of those three Phillies to have at least 1.5 total bases, while several Padres batters will have impressive games as well. Fernando Tatis Jr., Jackson Merrill and Xander Bogaerts are all forecasted to score at least 0.5 runs. With both teams projected to score more than 4 runs, on average, the value is backing the Over in this contest. Get the Phillies vs. Padres money-line pick at SportsLine.
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It’s a getaway day around Major League Baseball on Thursday, and that means a handful of matinees. I think the best value play is in a 1:35 ET first pitch from Fenway Park as the Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox conclude their three-game AL East set. They won’t see one another again until after the All-Star break.
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- Boston +1.5
- Alt Under 12.5
DraftKings SGP price: +104
The Red Sox’s firing of highly respected manager Alex Cora and pretty much his entire coaching staff in late April has given the team a minor boost, if perhaps not quite what the front office/ownership hoped for, as Boston was 10-17 under Cora and is 16-17 under interim manager Chad Tracy. The Sox sit last in the AL East and are +370 to reach the playoffs with No at -500.
If the team turns things around at Fenway, maybe a wild card spot is doable, as the Red Sox are 10-20 in their park compared to a very solid 16-14 away. They had been the only team in the majors without double-digit home victories but got there with Wednesday’s 8-0 blowout victory over Baltimore. Still, it’s Boston worst start at Fenway through 30 games since the 1932 club was 7-23. That team finished 43-111 overall.
“Sick of it,” infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa said this week of the home struggles before Wednesday’s breakout. “Gotta figure out a way to gain some momentum here, score early. Get the fans on our side early. Get the environment early. It’s hard to get the place jumping when you’re not out in front early.”
Indeed, the Red Sox scored in the bottom of the first Wednesday. All nine starting position players had at least one hit overall. And the bullpen is in fabulous shape today because Boston used only two total pitchers in that victory and no high-leverage guys.
The team is far from whole right now, with shortstop Trevor Story, outfielder and former top prospect Roman Anthony, ace Garrett Crochet and top setup man Garrett Whitlock all on the injured list. It doesn’t appear that any but Whitlock might be close to a return – Story could be out until August — with Crochet suffering a setback this week.
Boston isn’t going anywhere without the lefty atop the rotation, especially with a punchless lineup that has managed only 45 homers, fewest in the American League. Willson Contreras and Jarren Duran each have double-digit homers, but no one else has more than seven.
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One piece of recent good news, though, has been the turnaround of right-hander Brayan Bello, who takes the mound today. The 27-year-old is 2-5 with a 5.63 ERA, which obviously isn’t great, but at one point he was 1-4 with a 9.12 ERA. In five May outings, he had a 2.67 ERA and three quality outings – seven shutout innings last time out in Cleveland, his second straight outing with no runs allowed — but the Red Sox went 1-4 overall because of a lack of run support.
Bello is only getting 3.29 runs of support per start and has been worth minus-$513 to bettors who wagered $100 on each of his seven starts for Boston to win. He has followed an opener four times and has a 0.71 ERA in those appearances (9.68 ERA in 30.2 innings as a starter), but Boston is still 1-3 because the opener has struggled. Bello has said he would like to no longer follow one, but it’s not up to him. And he has an 11.57 ERA in the first inning this year (nine earned runs in seven innings).
Pitching coach Andrew Bailey explained to NESN why following an opener has helped Bello: “You’re wanting to set [pitchers] up for success … if we can minimize the amount of lefties that he faces, the Red Sox and Brayan are in a better position to succeed.”
Yet it appears that he will not follow one today as of publication, but that might change. Bello started in Baltimore on April 24 and was absolutely shredded to the tune of eight runs on 13 hits (five homers) over 3.1 innings of a blowout loss. Adley Rutschman went yard twice off him. Bello had never allowed more than three homers or 10 hits in his 104 previous MLB outings. He was good vs. Baltimore in 2025 with a 2.53 ERA in 10.2 innings.
The SportsLine Projection Model forecasts Bello at 5.1 innings pitched, 4.2 strikeouts, 5.3 hits allowed and 2.3 earned runs. At DraftKings, he’s set at Over/Under 15.5 outs recorded and +213 for a win.
The Orioles hit rock bottom May 20 when they were swept at Tampa Bay to fall to 21-29, but the Birds have been playing a lot better since – Wednesday excluded — to get out of the AL East cellar. Baltimore doesn’t have the starting pitching, though, to really be much of a playoff threat.
Lefty Trevor Rogers (2-6, 6.84 ERA) is on the mound Thursday, and the 28-year-old might have been the worst pitcher in the majors in May at 0-3 with a 10.31 ERA and 24 hits allowed in 18.1 innings over four starts.
The Orioles won his first three starts of 2026 (Rogers had a 1.89 ERA) and have dropped the past seven, so Rodgers has been worth minus-$479 to those who wagered $100 on each of his starts for the O’s to win. He has been a bit unlucky, as opponents’ batting average on balls in play (BABIP) this year is nearly 100 points higher at .323 than his .226 number last year.
Rogers lost at home to Boston on April 25, lasting just 1.2 innings and allowing three runs and four hits. The Red Sox won that game 17-1 … and fired Cora and his staff right after. On the road this year, Rogers is 0-2 with an 8.59 ERA and opponents’ BA of .308.
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The winds are blowing out some, but 12.5 is a pretty big number outside of Coors Field and in a getaway day game after a night one and where a regular or two might sit on either side. The model has 9.1 runs scored, 4.8 of those by Boston. Looking for a second straight MLB parlay win after cashing on Padres-Phillies +106 last night. Check out other expert picks in the SportsLine daily newsletter.
Congo was still hoping to play its World Cup warmup against Chile after the mayor of the Spanish city of La Linea de la Concepcion denied authorization for the match because of health concerns related to the Ebola crisis.
Congo’s soccer federation said it was in discussions with the Spanish soccer federation and relevant international bodies to find solutions.
Government authorities in the southern city of La Linea de la Concepcion announced the decision to not authorize next Tuesday’s friendly citing possible health risks linked to the Ebola crisis.
Congo was playing a warmup against Denmark in Liege, Belgium, on Wednesday.
An outbreak of a rare type of Ebola virus has plagued Congo and Uganda. The World Health Organization has declared it a public health emergency of international concern.
Congo had already canceled a three-day World Cup preparation training camp and a planned farewell to fans in the capital Kinshasa because of the outbreak the eastern part of the country.
All of the Congo players and the team’s French coach, Sebastien Desabre, are based outside of the central African country with most of them playing in France.
Soccer’s governing body FIFA previously issued a statement saying it was aware of and monitoring the situation regarding an Ebola outbreak and was in close communication with Congo soccer officials to ensure the team was made aware of all medical and security guidance.
Congo will play in Group K at the World Cup. It faces Portugal for its opening game in Houston on June 17.
The Leopards then face Colombia in Guadalajara on June 23 before playing Uzbekistan in Atlanta for their final group game on June 27.
Congo’s first World Cup qualification since 1974, when it was called Zaire, sparked scenes of jubilation across the nation, which has been battered by decades of conflict.
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First Published: Jun 04 2026 | 12:42 PM IST
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Switzerland’s Embolo goes to US embassy after travel denied ahead of WC | FIFA World Cup 2022
Switzerland forward Breel Embolo applied for an urgent visa at the United States embassy in Bern on Wednesday, one day after he was denied boarding the team’s flight to the World Cup because of a criminal conviction.
The Swiss soccer federation at the team’s training camp in San Diego confirmed why Embolo’s travel approval to the U.S. had been put under review Tuesday. He has a conviction that became binding this year.
Embolo was charged after an altercation in Basel city center in 2018 and his guilty verdict was upheld at appeal last September. The verdict was finalized in April, just weeks before Embolo was due to travel to the U.S. for the third World Cup of his career.
“The embassy’s inquiries focused specifically on whether any physical violence had been involved. This was not the case,” the Swiss soccer body said. “Breel and the team are now awaiting approval so that he can travel to San Diego and join the squad as soon as possible.”
Switzerland starts its World Cup campaign on June 13 against Qatar at the San Francisco 49ers’ stadium in Santa Clara.
The Swiss then play Bosnia-Herzegovina in Inglewood, California and finish Group B against tournament co-host Canada in Vancouver on June 24.
The 29-year-old Embolo is set to be Switzerland’s first-choice striker and has scored 24 goals in 86 internationals.
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First Published: Jun 04 2026 | 1:14 PM IST
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Cronulla Sharks vs St. George Illawarra Dragons Tips, Odds, Teams & Predictions – NRL Round 14 2026
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Round 14 NRL game between Cronulla Sharks and
St. George Illawarra Dragons. The game kicks off at 4:05 pm with Cronulla Sharks heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Cronulla Sharks vs.
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When: Sunday June 7, 2026 at 4:05 pm
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One of rugby league’s fiercest rivalries takes centre stage on Sunday as Cronulla looks to continue its climb up the ladder against a St George Illawarra side buoyed by a long-awaited breakthrough victory. The Sharks have won back-to-back matches to re-establish themselves as a finals contender, overcoming injuries to key personnel and finding ways to grind out results. The Dragons finally celebrated their first win of the season last week, upsetting Brisbane in a performance that showcased the potential of their emerging young forwards. Valentine Holmes played a major role in that success and now faces a significant challenge against Cronulla’s experienced backline. While the Dragons snapped a lengthy losing streak in this fixture last season, the Sharks have dominated the rivalry for much of the past decade and remain particularly difficult to beat at home.
Cronulla Sharks vs St. George Illawarra Dragons Teams
Sharks team: 1. William Kennedy 2. Samuel Stonestreet 3. Jesse Ramien 4. Mawene Hiroti 5. Ronaldo Mulitalo 6. Braydon Trindall 7. Niwhai Puru 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Jayden Berrell 10. Toby Rudolf 11. Briton Nikora 12. Teig Wilton 13. Cameron McInnes 14. Siosifa Talakai 15. Billy Burns 16. Jesse Colquhoun 17. Thomas Hazelton 18. Hohepa Puru 19. Oregon Kaufusi 20. Riley Jones 21. KL Iro 22. Sione Katoa
Dragons team: 1. Clinton Gutherson 2. Setu Tu 3. Moses Suli 4. Valentine Holmes 5. Mathew Feagai 6. Daniel Atkinson 7. Kyle Flanagan 8. Loko Jnr Pasifiki Tonga 9. Damien Cook 10. Toby Couchman 11. Dylan Egan 12. Hamish Stewart 13. Ryan Couchman 14. Jacob Liddle 15. Josh Kerr 16. Luciano Leilua 17. Blake Lawrie 18. Lyhkan King-Togia 19. Emre Guler 20. Tyrell Sloan 21. Jaydn Su’A 22. Nathan Lawson
Kyle Busch died after pneumonia led to sepsis complications
NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, 41, tragically died from severe pneumonia that escalated into sepsis, his family confirmed. Dr. Cedric Rutland, a pulmonary critical care physician and American Lung Association spokesperson, explains how pneumonia’s inflammation and infection can overwhelm the body.
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Brexton Busch, the 11-year-old son of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, returned to the racetrack Tuesday for the first time since his dad’s death nearly two weeks ago.
Busch ran practice laps at Charlotte Motor Speedway ahead of the CookOut Summer Shootout, a Legend Car Series race. Kyle Busch, 41, died unexpectedly late last month after a battle with pneumonia turned into sepsis.
A private memorial was held for Busch on Tuesday afternoon. The family announced that a public memorial would take place later this year.
Kyle Busch, driver of the No. 7 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet, and his son Brexton Busch walk onstage during driver introductions before the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Fr8 Racing 208 at Echo Park Speedway in Hampton, Ga., on Feb. 21, 2026. (Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
“On behalf of the Busch family, everyone at Richard Childress Racing and all of NASCAR, we are devastated to announce the sudden and tragic passing of Kyle Busch,” the family said in a statement following Busch’s death on May 21.
TWO-TIME NASCAR CUP SERIES CHAMPION KYLE BUSCH TRAGICALLY DIES AT 41 AFTER HOSPITALIZATION
“Our entire NASCAR family is heartbroken by the loss of Kyle Busch. A future Hall of Famer, Kyle was a rare talent, one who comes along once in a generation. He was fierce, he was passionate, he was immensely skilled and he cared deeply about the sport and fans.”
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Busch was a two-time Cup champion and undoubtedly a future Hall of Famer. He’d been in the Cup Series since 2004, making 762 career starts with 63 wins. The 41-year-old won the championship in 2015 and 2019, and had 234 victories across all three NASCAR national series.
Busch is the all-time record-holder for wins in both the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series (102) and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (69). Busch’s 234th and final NASCAR win came at Dover one week before his death, when he led 147 laps in a dominating Truck Series victory.
Kyle Busch, driver of the No. 7 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet, is congratulated by his son Brexton Busch after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Fr8 Racing 208 at Echo Park Speedway in Hampton, Ga., on Feb. 21, 2026. (Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
One day after his death, car owner Richard Childress told reporters that RCR would suspend the use of Busch’s No. 8 until Brexton is eligible to use it.
“Richard Childress Racing has elected to suspend use of the No. 8 and will run the No. 33 at Charlotte Motor Speedway and beyond,” the team said in a statement. “Kyle Busch was instrumental in the design of RCR’s stylized No. 8, and it has become synonymous with Kyle and an important symbol for his fans and the NASCAR industry. No one can carry it forward to the level that he did.
“The No. 8 is reserved and ready for Brexton Busch when he is ready to go NASCAR racing.”
Brexton, 11, has been an up-and-coming racer for some time now. In recent years, Kyle had spent much of his own racing season following Brexton around during the week.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch and his wife Samantha stand before the start of the 1000Bulbs.com 500 at Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Ala., on Oct. 14, 2018. (Jasen Vinlove/USA TODAY Sports)
Samantha Busch is among the most active of the drivers’ wives on social media, and has spent several years now documenting life with both Kyle and Brexton racing.
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Earlier this year, Brexton raced against his dad for the first time at the Tulsa Shootout.
The age limit to race in the NASCAR Cup Series is 18. Brexton would, however, be eligible to race in the Truck Series when he turns 16.
San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) moves the ball up court against the New York Knicks during the first half of Game 1 of the NBA Finals basketball series, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
SAN ANTONIO — A fan ran onto the court midway through the fourth quarter of Game 1 of the NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center, appearing to try to take a selfie next to San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama.
The fan came from the sideline opposite the team benches, starting from behind the play and running into San Antonio’s offensive end. The person was quickly pulled from the court by two security guards and it did not appear the person made any contact with Wembanyama or any New York players.
A fan just ran on the court 😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/hHJRDRrBA7
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Play was stopped for about a minute before the game resumed with a jump ball. The fan was taken out of the court area through a baseline tunnel.
The Knicks went on to beat the Spurs, 105-95, to take the opener.
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