Canadian rapper Drake continues to face the infamous 'Drake curse' as he loses a $300,000 bet on Canada in the Copa America, leading Argentina to playfully mock him on social media. Despite previous notable betting successes, Drake's high-profile loss has once again caught public attention, strengthening the superstition that teams he supports tend to lose.
A Kenyan court has ruled that the killing of Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif by a police officer in 2022 was arbitrary and unlawful. The court has mandated the Kenyan government to compensate his widow, Javeria Siddique, with Ksh10 million ($78,000), while investigations continue.
Mikel Arteta has selected a dynamic starting XI that blends youth and experience for Arsenal's first match of their US Tour against Bournemouth in Los Angeles. Key players include Eddie Nketiah as captain and a mix of seasoned and emerging talents. The game promises to offer a compelling glimpse into the future of the team.
James Rodriguez delivered an emotional speech after breaking Lionel Messi's assist record in the Copa America, leading Colombia to a 1-0 victory over Uruguay in the semifinals. Now playing for Sao Paulo, Rodriguez's performance has secured Colombia a spot in the final against Argentina, highlighting his enduring influence in football.
Lando Norris continued his impressive form by posting the fastest time in the final practice session at the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix, edging out team-mate Oscar Piastri. Max Verstappen finished third with a solid performance, while George Russell and Carlos Sainz completed the top five in Mercedes and Ferrari respectively. The session had varied conditions affecting driver performance.