Sports News from Thursday, July 17th, 2025

Three-time Grand Slam finalist Ons Jabeur is taking a break from competitive tennis, the 30-year-old said in a social media post on Thursday.

Dubai Basketball has confirmed the signing of American small forward Justin Anderson, in what marks the club’s seventh major acquisition ahead of its much-anticipated EuroLeague debut.

The United Arab Emirates are set to face reigning Asian champions Qatar in a pivotal clash as part of the fourth phase of Asia’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers, following Thursday’s group stage draw.

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has successfully undergone surgery to address a long-standing shoulder dislocation issue, the Spanish club said on Wednesday.