sporting

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After appearing to end her glittering career four years ago, the 23-time Grand Slam champion stunned the sporting world on Monday with her shock announcement that she would compete in the Queen's Club doubles.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“We couldn’t be more excited for Fox Sports to present the single biggest sporting event in history taking place in our own backyard,” Fox Sports CEO Eric Shanks said last year.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Renderings show the arch would be twice the height of the Lincoln Memorial, crowned by a golden statue of Lady Liberty sporting outstretched wings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

"With increasing numbers of women taking part in sport across the UK, there is an urgent need for research focused specifically on women to help inform future policies, safety guidance and sporting protocols," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

So, if this was part of the price to pay to participate in the greatest sporting event in the world, I was happy to pay my dues.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad