Former NFL All-Pro linebacker Aldon Smith has passed away at the age of 36. The San Francisco 49ers announced his death on Saturday night, June 13, 2026, though a cause of death was not disclosed.

Arturo Cardenas decisively defended his WBC title on June 14, 2026, securing a clear decision victory over Jordan Martinez in their highly anticipated rematch. This win marks Martinez's first professional loss and definitively settles their controversial previous draw.

Wimbledon has announced a record 20% increase in prize money, bringing the total fund to £64.2 million, a move welcomed by player representatives even as they noted it doesn't fully address underlying structural issues regarding revenue share.

Serena Williams' much-anticipated return to professional tennis at the Queen's Club has been prematurely halted after her doubles partner, Victoria Mboko, suffered a medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury to her left knee. Mboko's injury forces her to miss the remainder of the grass-court season, including Wimbledon, leading to their immediate withdrawal.

Vegas Golden Knights key forward William Karlsson will miss the pivotal Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final due to injury. Coach John Tortorella confirmed his absence for the crucial elimination game, though his status beyond Game 6 remains undiscussed.

The Carolina Hurricanes stand on the precipice of their second Stanley Cup championship, holding a 3-2 series lead over the Vegas Golden Knights as they head into Game 6. A victory would mark their first title in two decades.