Belgian cyclist Remco Evenepoel won his first ever stage on the Tour de France, claiming victory in the seventh stage, a 25.3km individual time trial. Tadej Pogacar retained the overall leader’s yellow jersey despite finishing second to Evenepoel.
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Samuel Eto’o, president of the Cameroonian Football Federation, has been fined $200,000 by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for accepting a paid brand deal with an online gambling company, deemed an ethics violation. While CAF found insufficient evidence for accusations of match manipulation, they determined Eto’o’s actions violated ethical principles. Eto’o’s lawyers contest the decision, arguing that CAF lacks jurisdiction and a formal ethics code, and plan to appeal.
South African batter Tazmin Brits was forced to leave the field during the first T20I against India due to cramps, while India’s Richa Ghosh suffered a head knock. Brits, who top-scored for South Africa with 81 runs, was carried off on a stretcher after experiencing discomfort. This injury comes after Ghosh was replaced by S. Sajana as a concussion substitute earlier in the match.
Germany and Spain clash in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals with both sides aiming for a spot in the semifinals. This article highlights key talking points for the match, including team lineups, player form, and potential tactical decisions.
Richa Ghosh, the Indian wicket-keeper, suffered an injury during the first T20I match against South Africa Women. She was replaced by concussion substitute S Sajana after falling face-first while attempting a catch.
Shubman Gill, set to lead a young Indian team in Zimbabwe, acknowledges the pressure of replacing Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as T20I openers. He aims to build his own legacy without focusing on replicating their achievements, while focusing on giving younger players valuable international experience during the series.
German goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, despite being the starting keeper for Barcelona, finds himself on the bench for the Euro 2024 quarterfinal against Spain. This decision comes as Manuel Neuer has reclaimed the starting role after returning from injury, with Ter Stegen serving as his backup.
South Africa Women achieved their highest ever T20I total, surpassing their previous record set in 2019, during their first match against India Women in Chennai. Half-centuries from Tazmin Brits and Marizanne Kapp propelled the team to a formidable score of 189/4.
Germany’s midfield sees a change for their Euro 2024 quarterfinal against Spain, with Emre Can replacing Robert Andrich in the starting lineup. The decision is likely influenced by Andrich’s yellow card accumulation, putting him at risk of suspension for the semi-final.
Florian Wirtz, the talented Bayer Leverkusen midfielder, will start on the bench for Germany’s crucial Euro 2024 quarterfinal match against Spain. Coach Julian Nagelsmann has opted for a tactical change, replacing Wirtz with Leroy Sane to counter Spain’s speedy wingers. Despite a strong tournament so far, including an opening goal against Scotland, Wirtz will be a substitute for this pivotal game.