Bahrain pulled off a major upset in the third round of Asian qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, defeating Australia 1-0 away thanks to a late own goal. The victory, Bahrain’s first ever against Australia, was a stunning result considering Australia’s higher ranking and previous dominance over their opponents.
Indian archer Harvinder Singh, a bronze medalist from the Tokyo Paralympics, has secured his place in the men’s individual recurve open quarterfinals at the ongoing Paralympics. Singh defeated Indonesian archer Setiawan 6-2, setting up a thrilling matchup against Colombian Hector Julio Ramirez. Ramirez himself caused a major upset earlier, defeating top-seeded Frenchman Guillaume Toucoullet.
Novak Djokovic, the world No. 2 and defending champion, suffered a stunning third-round defeat at the US Open, falling to Australian Alexei Popyrin in four sets. This marks the end of Djokovic’s bid to add to his 24 Grand Slam titles this year.
Botic van de Zandschulp, a Dutch player ranked 74th, stunned the tennis world by defeating top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz in the second round of the US Open, ending Alcaraz’s 15-match Grand Slam winning streak.
Romanian qualifier Elena-Gabriela Ruse pulled off a stunning upset at the US Open, defeating Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova in the second round. The 122nd-ranked Ruse showcased impressive play to secure her first-ever Grand Slam third-round appearance.
Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara, a British-Finnish duo formed just this April, pulled off a stunning upset at Wimbledon, winning the men’s doubles title. The pair, who had limited professional experience, defeated three top-10 seeds and overcame three championship points in a thrilling final against Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson. Their victory is a testament to their dedication, perseverance, and a love for the game.
American Taylor Fritz pulled off a stunning upset, defeating fourth-seeded Alexander Zverev in a five-set thriller to advance to the Wimbledon quarterfinals. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both players showcasing incredible skill and resilience.
Unseeded qualifier Lulu Sun delivered a stunning upset at Wimbledon, defeating British star Emma Raducanu in three sets to reach the quarterfinals. Sun’s impressive performance showcased her composure and unwavering intensity, leaving Raducanu struggling to find her rhythm. Sun’s victory marked a significant moment for the New Zealander, while Raducanu reflected on the disappointment of the loss.
Sixth-seeded Andrey Rublev suffered a shocking first-round defeat at Wimbledon, falling to world No. 122 Francisco Comesana in a thrilling four-set match. Comesana, making his Grand Slam debut, showcased impressive poise and control, outlasting Rublev in a dramatic fourth set tiebreak.
Defending Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova suffered a shock first-round defeat to Spain’s Jessica Bouzas Maneiro, marking the first time a female champion has exited in the opening round since Steffi Graf in 1993.
