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Norway's World Cup success has ignited demand for Haaland's kits and fashion, with jerseys selling out and luxury brands tapping into his style. Fans flock to retailers, while resale markets show price surges and limited-edition collaborations expand beyond football.
AP News reports that Charlotte has traded LaMelo Ball to Minnesota for Naz Reid and draft picks in a four-team deal, with a record $40.7 million trade exception. Hornets’ GM Jeff Peterson says the move is aimed at long-term franchise health, despite fan backlash.
Nike has reorganized its operations and tech teams as part of a broader turnaround, moving resources to Beaverton and Bengaluru and cutting about 1,400 roles. The company is focusing on core sports, faster product development, and a tighter supply chain, while facing ongoing pressure on sales, especially in Asia. The changes come after prior rounds of layoffs and a shift back toward performance-led footwear and apparel.
Investors from Moloco, Google, Meta and Unity have taken minority stakes in AppsFlyer, as AI reshapes attribution and measurement in advertising. AppsFlyer plans to use the funds to accelerate omnichannel measurement and prepare for a potential public listing.
The House Oversight Committee has subpoenaed former Apollo CEO Leon Black to produce nondisclosure agreements and to return for a sworn deposition on July 16 after he declined to answer questions about NDAs during a closed-door interview. Committee chair James Comer says the NDAs may connect Black to Jeffrey Epstein; Black denies wrongdoing.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has opened with record attendance and viral moments, including fans in North America celebrating Viking Row and England’s fans singing Wonderwall. The Mirror reports concern that chants referencing Trump and Epstein could complicate White House handling as the United States hosts matches.
Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from Wimbledon on the eve of the tournament after a stress fracture was confirmed, ending her bid to compete this year. Several British players are in action, including Katie Boulter, Fran Jones, Harriet Dart, Alicia Dudeney, Hannah Klugman and Mika Stojsavljevic, with wildcards and rising stars featured in the draw.
World Cup activities are intersecting with Wimbledon’s schedule as fans and players navigate overlapping knockout rounds; Wimbledon has reaffirmed it will not broadcast World Cup matches on site, while players face scheduling pressures and personal choices about balancing sport and football viewing.
The Tata Electronics leak has exposed hundreds of parts and supplier mappings for Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro, with files posted on the dark web by the World Leaks group. Apple and Tata are investigating, while the breach risks disrupting supply chains and revealing confidential partnerships.
A wave of bold walk-on outfits and brand-driven looks marks a turning point at Wimbledon, with Naomi Osaka and others turning sartorial moments into strategic statements. The trend is drawing attention from players, sponsors, and analysts as fashion and sport collide on Centre Court.
Naomi Osaka has advanced to the Wimbledon fourth round, defeating Daria Kasatkina in straight sets. Her grass-season form has improved dramatically, she has not dropped a set in her first four matches, and she faces a high-stakes last-16 clash against Aryna Sabalenka or Jelena Ostapenko. Fashion and confidence combined to propel her on Centre Court.