Jamaican sprinter, eight-time Olympic gold medalist and world record holder
18-year-old Australian sprinter Gout Gout has set a new legal world under-20 record in the 200 meters with a time of 19.67 seconds at the Australian national titles. He has also improved his own national record and is focusing on the upcoming under-20 world championships, skipping the Commonwealth Games. Gout's performances have attracted international attention, and he has drawn comparisons with Usain Bolt.
A humanoid robot developed by Chinese smartphone maker Honor has completed a 13-mile half-marathon in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, surpassing the human world record of 57 minutes and 20 seconds. The event in Beijing has seen rapid progress from last year, with over 100 robots competing and many running faster than professional athletes.
The inaugural Enhanced Games in Las Vegas has featured track, swimming and weightlifting with athletes allowed to use performance-enhancing drugs under medical supervision. Organisers say the event is safe and innovative, while anti-doping bodies warn it could normalize PED use and harm public health.
Novak Djokovic has reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals for a record-extending ninth consecutive time, defeating Roman Safiullin in four sets on Centre Court. The 39-year-old seals his 106th Wimbledon singles win, tightening his bid for a 25th Grand Slam title amid tense moments and on-court frustration.
Athletes push toward Olympic readiness at Hayward Field. Taylor, a high-school standout, has run 19.75 seconds in the 200m, while other winners and near-records highlight a night of close finishes in Eugene.