Germany and the Netherlands Eliminated from the World Cup

The German national team sensationally crashed out of the 2026 World Cup, losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout. The match in Boston ended 1-1 in regulation time.

International Skating Union allows Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under a neutral status

The International Skating Union (ISU) has partially lifted restrictions on the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in international competitions. The decision will take effect from the 2026/2027 season. Representatives of these countries will be able to compete in ISU-sanctioned tournaments and other international competitions under a neutral status, without state symbols. The rules also apply to coaches and support staff.

International Weightlifting Federation admitted Russian and Belarusian athletes to all competitions

The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) has allowed athletes from Russia and Belarus to participate in all competitions under the organization's auspices, according to the federation's website.

IOC enshrined mandatory neutrality in the Olympic Charter

The International Olympic Committee at its session in Lausanne on Wednesday approved amendments to the Olympic Charter proposed by the organization's executive board, Reuters reports.

IOC strips former Russian Ekaterina Gulieva of London Olympics silver nearly 14 years later due to doping

The International Olympic Committee has approved the reallocation of medals in the women's 800m race at the 2012 London Olympics. Former Russian track and field athlete Ekaterina Gulieva lost her silver medal due to disqualification for violating anti-doping rules.

Lionel Messi Sets New World Cup Goalscoring Record

Argentine national football team captain Lionel Messi has become the top scorer in the history of men's and women's World Cups. In the 2026 World Cup group stage match against Austria, he scored two goals, leading Argentina to a 2-0 victory and an early advancement to the tournament playoffs. Messi now has 18 World Cup goals.

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup match

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo started in the first-round match of the World Cup against DR Congo, becoming the oldest outfield player in the tournament's history to begin a game from the first minute. At the time of the match, Ronaldo was 41 years and 132 days old, according to Opta Analyst.

International Chess Federation Suspends Russia's Membership. Individual Chess Players Will Be Able to Participate in Competitions

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has suspended the membership of the Chess Federation of Russia (CFR). This is stated in the resolution of the FIDE Council, published on the organization's website.

Alexander Zverev wins his first Grand Slam title, defeating Flavio Cobolli in the French Open final

German tennis player Alexander Zverev has won his first Grand Slam tournament title. In the final of the French Open ('Roland Garros'), he defeated Italy's Flavio Cobolli with a score of 6:1, 4:6, 6:4, 6:7 (5:7), 6:1. Zverev became the first German tennis player since 1937 to win the men's singles title at Roland Garros.

Iraq Forward Questioned for Seven Hours at Chicago Airport Ahead of World Cup. Team Photographer Denied Entry

Iraqi national team forward Aymen Hussein was detained at O'Hare Airport in Chicago and questioned for nearly seven hours after the team arrived in the US for the World Cup. This was reported by Reuters, citing a representative of Iraqi sports authorities.

Roland Garros Won by Russian Mirra Andreeva Under a Neutral Flag, Defeating Polish Athlete Maja Chwalińska in the Final

The final match of the women's singles at the French Open ('Roland Garros') has concluded, featuring Russian tennis player Mirra Andreeva and Poland's Maja Chwalińska. Andreeva emerged victorious in the tournament's deciding match.

International Cycling Union lifts restrictions on Belarusian athletes and eases sanctions against Russians

The International Cycling Union (UCI) has completely lifted restrictions on Belarusian athletes and eased sanctions against Russian cyclists. This decision was made at a meeting of the organization's management committee, which took place from June 2nd to 4th in Desenzano del Garda, Italy. This is stated in a press release published by the UCI.