Sports News from Friday, July 24th, 2026

Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury forced Polish opponent Mariusz Wach to retire in a tune-up bout on Friday for his showdown this year with fellow Briton Anthony Joshua.

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has reached an agreement with former Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo to become the national team's coach on a four-year deal, Italian daily La Repubblica reported on Friday.

Slovenian four-time champion Tadej Pogacar sped away from his rivals during the punishing climb to Alpe d'Huez to claim victory on stage 19 of the Tour de France on Friday, further consolidating his overall lead.

LeBron James announced on Friday his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers for his record-extending 24th NBA season with hopes of helping the franchise snap a 43-year championship drought.

Germany have appointed Jurgen Klopp as head coach on a four-year contract, the country’s football association (DFB) said on Friday, handing the former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund manager the task of leading the national team into a new era after another disappointing World Cup campaign.

Harare continues to be a happy hunting ground for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, but India's batting sensation is not taking success for granted after producing another match-winning knock at the venue in the first Twenty20 International against Zimbabwe.

Two-time major champion Martin Kaymer said it is "highly unlikely" next month's team championship will take place amid LIV Golf's pursuit of investors to keep the league going in 2027.

Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi announced his retirement from international football on Thursday, bringing the curtain down on a 17-year career during which he won the 2022 World Cup and two Copa America titles.