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Sports news — August 1, 2026 - Page 25

Sports publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 25 of 29.

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  2. SportsBasketball

    Greece U18 Basketball Team Qualifies for Eurobasket Quarterfinals

    The Greek U18 men's basketball team secured a historic qualification to the Eurobasket U18 quarter-finals after defeating Serbia 78-77 in a thrilling round of 16 match. The team, led by Christos Hatzilambrou who scored 21 points, showed great resilience and mental strength, overcoming a 10-point deficit in the second half. In the quarter-finals, Greece will face Spain on August 21st at 16:30, aiming to reach the medal zone.
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  4. SportsMiddle EastBasketball

    Montenegro's Cadet Handball Team Defeated by Iceland at European Championship

    The cadet national team of Montenegro was defeated by Iceland 39:25 in the first match of Group D at the European Championship for players under 18 in Belgrade. The Icelanders led from the start, but our cadets managed to equalize three times. The last time the score was tied in the 15th minute (7:7), after which there was a series of seven consecutive goals against us. Iceland had a 19-10 lead at halftime and won by a two-digit margin. The most effective players in the ranks of Montenegro were Danilo Gutić with seven and Luka Todorović with four goals. Our national team faces a new challenge tomorrow - a duel against Switzerland, while in the last group match, on Saturday, they will measure strength against Hungary.
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  6. SportsSoccer

    Eagles Sign Jalen Carter to Four-Year, $152M Extension

    The Philadelphia Eagles have signed defensive tackle Jalen Carter to a four-year, $152 million extension, making him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history. The deal includes $106 million guaranteed. Carter, who was drafted by the Eagles in 2023, has become a fan favorite and a key player on the team's defense. The Eagles felt comfortable giving Carter a historic extension because they believe his best football is still ahead of him.
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  8. SportsMiddle EastNorth America

    Chiefs' Chris Jones Ranks 43rd on NFL Top 100

    Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones has been ranked 43rd on the 2026 NFL Top 100 Players list. Despite facing consistent double-teams, Jones' defensive dominance and individual performance last season warranted his selection. He tallied 29 tackles, 7 sacks, and 32 quarterback pressures in 2025, earning his seventh consecutive Pro Bowl nomination. The NFL Top 100 list is voted on exclusively by current NFL players and produced by NFL Films and the X Original Series.
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  9. SportsEuropeHockey

    Italy Wins Gold in Women's Foil Team at World Fencing Championships

    The Italian women's foil team, consisting of Martina Batini, Martina Favaretto, Arianna Errigo, and Anna Cristino, won the gold medal at the World Fencing Championships in Hong Kong. They defeated Israel, Hungary, Japan, and the United States en route to the final, where they secured a 45-29 victory. This is Italy's fourth gold and eighth overall medal at the championships.
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  10. SportsUnited KingdomSoccer

    Yankees Announce Lineup Changes for White Sox Series

    The New York Yankees have made several lineup changes during their series against the Chicago White Sox. Jose Caballero and Anthony Volpe have been in and out of the starting lineup, with Caballero playing shortstop in two games and Volpe playing in three. Caballero has been a versatile and productive player for the Yankees this season, while Volpe has struggled with consistency. The Yankees are currently in second place in the AL East, trailing the Tampa Bay Rays by 2.5 games.
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  14. SportsMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Chelsea Signs France Defender Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m

    Chelsea has signed France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52 million. The 26-year-old has signed a six-year contract with the Blues and will join his new club for pre-season preparations. Lacroix, who played in the recent World Cup for France, expressed his happiness and pride in joining Chelsea, a club with a winning tradition. He is the latest signing for new Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso, following the acquisitions of Morgan Rogers and Marco Palestra.
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  16. SportsMiddle East

    IDF Destroys Hamas Tunnels in Gaza

    The 188th Combat Brigade Force of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has completed an eight-month mission in southern Gaza. Collaborating with the elite Yahalom unit, they destroyed over ten Hamas tunnels, including one used to hold hostages. The forces also discovered numerous weapons such as rockets, grenades, and Kalashnikov rifles, and established new observation points and positions to improve security in the area. IDF forces remain deployed in accordance with the ceasefire and will continue to act against any immediate threat.
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  19. SportsBasketball

    Gonzalo Garcia to Fulham for €40M, Real Madrid Retains 30% Sell-On Fee

    Real Madrid has sold striker Gonzalo Garcia to Fulham for €40 million, with the English club acquiring 70% of his rights. Real Madrid retains a 30% sell-on fee and the right to match any future offer, indicating their belief in the player's potential. Garcia, 22, scored 13 goals in two seasons at Real Madrid and will join Fulham at the request of coach Alvaro Arbeloa.
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  21. SportsAmerican FootballTennis

    Detroit Tigers Call Up Top Prospect Max Clark

    The Detroit Tigers are calling up top prospect Max Clark for this weekend's series against the Athletics. Clark, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, has been batting .276 with a .368 on-base percentage and a .434 slugging percentage through 90 games in Triple-A. His promotion gives fans their first look at one of the most important players in the organization's future. It was not immediately clear whether Clark's promotion would be permanent or limited to the weekend series.
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  22. SportsAmerican Football

    Aaron Boone Defends Ali Sanchez's Error, Faces Fan Backlash

    New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone defended catcher Ali Sanchez's costly error during a game against the Chicago White Sox, leading to a 6-5 loss in 12 innings. Boone supported Sanchez's decision to throw to third base, stating 'we're big leaguers, and we're not gonna not do things.' Fans criticized Boone for not holding players accountable, with many expressing frustration on social media.
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  23. SportsMiddle EastHockey

    Saudi Arabia Confirmed as Host for Asian Champions League Elite Finals

    Saudi Arabia has been officially confirmed as the host for the knockout stages of the Asian Champions League for the next three seasons, from 2026 to 2028. The country has already hosted the first two editions of the event since its restructuring and has seen success with Jeddah-based Al-Ahli winning the title both times. The upcoming edition will feature an expanded league phase with 32 teams.
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