President Donald Trump's comments about Lionel Messi before Argentina's loss to Spain in the World Cup Final has reignited questions about whether or not his presence curses the teams he supports.
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Donald Trump's comments about Lionel Messi before Argentina's loss revived speculation about the president cursing teams. Here are some examples.

USA Today

Is there a Trump sports curse? Argentina loss after Messi comments reignite possibility - USA Today

Las Vegas summer league offered the NBA world its first extended look at how this year's premier lottery class would fare against professional competition.
The top four picks -- AJ Dybantsa, Darryn … [+12765 chars]

With summer league now over, we select 10 players who stood out in Las Vegas.

ESPN

NBA summer league superlatives: Which players impressed? - ESPN

Views varied among players as to whether he had breached Rule 8.1 by being heavy-footed around the area of his ball in the long grass to the right of the fifth hole during Friday's second round.
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Ryan Fox's pacy play set him apart from his peers as he triumphed at a fiery Birkdale that threatened to be overshadowed by Bryson DeChambeau's penalty, writes Iain Carter.

BBC News

The Open 2026: How fast Fox trumped divisive DeChambeau to win at Royal Birkdale - BBC

EXCLUSIVE Seventy-eight Super Bowls in 38 days. This was the scale of the task facing the Federal Bureau of Investigation going into the first World Cup final the United States has hosted in more tha… [+7426 chars]

In a Fox News Digital exclusive, FBI Director Kash Patel details the massive World Cup security operation, including 700 drone takedowns and no significant attacks.

Fox News

FBI boss Kash Patel details how agency and partners secured record-shattering FIFA World Cup - Fox News

Liam Gallagher did not enjoy the halftime show during the final match of the FIFA World Cup on Sunday night. The Oasis singer, who has been very vocal about the games throughout the sporting event, l… [+2096 chars]

Liam Gallagher criticized FIFA's World Cup Final halftime show as "like a bad trip."

Rolling Stone

Liam Gallagher Says World Cup Halftime Show Was ‘Like a Bad Trip’ - Rolling Stone

Joey Logano is back in victory lane.
Logano led 323 of 450 laps to win the Window World 450NASCAR Cup Series race on July 19 at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
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The NASCAR Cup Series continues the 2026 season with the Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro. Follow our NASCAR race updates here.

Tennessean

Joey Logano wins NASCAR North Wilkesboro race, jumps into top 16 of the points - The Tennessean

Infantino with Trump presenting the FIFA World Cup trophy to Rodri.
The biggest, brashest World Cup on record drew to a close Sunday, as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to claim internati… [+4793 chars]

The football governing body presided over the most lucrative sporting event in history and is poised to net over $9 billion in revenue for 2026.

CNBC

FIFA emerges as the $9 billion winner as the biggest, brashest World Cup ever draws to a close - CNBC

After trading Luguentz Dort to the Hawks in a three-team deal that sent back three second-round picks to the Thunder, general manager Sam Presti gave an interview to Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman … [+2547 chars]

Sam Presti discussed the Thunder's trade with the Hawks that sent out Lu Dort and brought back three second-round picks.

hoopsrumors.com

Sam Presti Calls Lu Dort Trade ‘A Financial Decision’ - Hoops Rumors

Conor McGregor has finally revealed what exactly happened to his right knee during a very short return to the UFC octagon on July 11 in Las Vegas.
McGregor, who lost by technical knockout to Max Hol… [+2794 chars]

Conor McGregor revealed he suffered ACL and meniscus injuries in his right knee during the UFC 329 loss to Max Holloway, mirroring their first fight.

Why Conor McGregor calls his exact knee injury 'quite shocking' after finding out results - Fox News

Spain closed the 2026 World Cup by beating Argentina on Sunday and collecting the tournament's largest payout.
The champion earned $50 million in prize money, while runner-up Argentina received $33 … [+1976 chars]

The 2026 World Cup concludes Sunday with Spain and defending champion Argentina playing for the trophy — and the tournament's largest payout.

Yahoo Entertainment

World Cup prize money: England’s third-place payout and the full list of team earnings - Yahoo Sports

Jul 19, 2026, 07:25 PM ET
Spain claimed a hat trick of individual awards after beating Argentina 1-0 to claim their second men's World Cup title Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Rodri won t… [+2680 chars]

Spain claimed a hat trick of individual awards after beating Argentina to claim their second men's World Cup title Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

Rodri wins World Cup Golden Ball as Spain dominate awards - ESPN

Shohei Ohtani‘s troublesome left knee continues to limit his mound work, as Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters (including MLB.com’s Sonja Chen) today that Ohtani won’t make his scheduled sta… [+2934 chars]

The two-way star's lingering knee issue will keep him off the mound for an indeterminate period of time. Visit MLB Trade Rumors for more details.

MLB Trade Rumors

Shohei Ohtani Scratched From Wednesday Start, Won’t Pitch For “Some Time” - MLB Trade Rumors

Tensions flared at the end of Spains 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with things getting particularly tense between Leandro Paredes and multiple Spanish players.
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Tensions flared at the end of Spain’s 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with things getting particularly tense between Leandro Paredes and multiple Spanish players.

Fox Sports

Spain, Argentina Break Out Into Brawl After 2026 FIFA World Cup Final - FOX Sports

Kylian Mbappé wins Golden Boot at 2026 World Cup after Lionel Messi's goalless final - ESPN

H is for Half-time show
Sunday featured the first ever half-time show at a World Cup final. Music superstars Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira and K-Pop band BTS took the stage, pausing the game for 2… [+1729 chars]

From A to Z, all the times politics intersected with soccer this summer.

Politico

The Falklands, Johnny Infantino and an invisible man: A whirlwind review of the World Cup - Politico

Athlon Sports

Lionel Messi's 2007 Photo with Baby Lamine Yamal Confirmed Real by UNICEF - Yahoo Sports

Jonas Vingegaard has issued a measured reaction to his Tour de France exit, saying that it’s “no use hanging your head” and even that “it’s going surprisingly well”.
Vingegaard, the two-time winner … [+3453 chars]

Two-time Tour winner explains how the fateful stage 15 crash unfolded

Cyclingnews.com

'It's no use hanging your head' – Jonas Vingegaard gives his first reaction since exiting the Tour de France - Cyclingnews

Fans, media workers and employees faced lengthy queues to get in to the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, which is expected to be attended by United States President Donald Trump.
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Al Jazeera reporters faced lengthy queues to enter the stadium due to tighter security checks.

Al Jazeera English

Trump visit causes logistical delays at World Cup final - Al Jazeera

BRYAN, Texas (AP) A rising professional boxer who was riding her bicycle along a rural Texas road died after officials say a motorist drove by her, stopped and then reversed into her.
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Authorities say a rising professional boxer who was riding her bicycle along a rural Texas road is dead after a motorist drove by her, stopped and then reversed into her. The Brazos County Sheriff’s Office says 26-year-old Hannah Rapp was riding with another …

Associated Press

Rising professional boxer killed by vehicle while riding her bicycle in rural Texas - AP News

Angel Reese thanked the WNBA and Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello on Sunday after Brondello apologized for making what the league called "an inappropriate comment" in reference to the Atlanta Drea… [+4208 chars]

Angel Reese said she appreciated Sandy Brondello's apology for referring to her as a "protected species" but also was grateful to the WNBA for suspending Brondello for one game.