The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 in overtime, evening their series at one game apiece. During the game, fans directed chants at the Vegas goaltender, while player Howden made headlines for mimicking a move associated with former NHL star Marian Gaborik. The overtime victory gives Carolina momentum as the series continues.
The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights in the second game of their Stanley Cup Final series in Raleigh, evening the series at one game apiece. Despite the visiting Golden Knights taking an early 2-0 lead after two periods with goals from Brett Howden, Carolina mounted a comeback to secure the victory on home ice.
France suffered a defeat against Ivory Coast in international football action, while Spain played to a draw with Iraq. The loss means striker Kylian Mbappe will have to wait longer to match Olivier Giroud's record for most goals scored for the French national team. Mbappe, who currently trails Giroud's tally, was unable to find the net in the match that would have brought him closer to equaling the milestone.
Slovak athletes competing in the lead climbing discipline did not qualify for the semifinals at a competition held in Prague. The tournament format advanced the top 24 performers in each category to the semifinal round, but none of the Slovak competitors achieved the necessary ranking to continue in the competition.
Azerbaijan secured a 2-0 victory over Ukraine to claim the championship title in Slovakia. The Azerbaijani team had previously won last year's world championship on home soil and demonstrated their continued dominance by eliminating defending European champions Serbia in the semifinal of this year's continental tournament before defeating Ukraine in the final.
Slovakia will compete against the Czech Republic in Group B at the 2027 Ice Hockey World Championship after Germany, ranked seventh in the IIHF standings, replaced Slovakia in the top-tier Group A. The Germans swapped places with Slovakia, which sits eighth in the international rankings, meaning Slovakia drops from the elite group for the tournament. This ensures another Slovakia-Czech Republic matchup in Group B, continuing the rivalry between the two neighboring nations at the world championship level.
Real Madrid will be required to pay 15 million euros to secure the return of manager José Mourinho. The Portuguese coach's potential comeback comes as Real Madrid president Florentino Perez seeks re-election during the weekend. Mourinho previously managed the Spanish giants from 2010 to 2013, leading the club to La Liga title in 2012 and establishing himself as one of the most successful coaches in the club's recent history.
Sweden conceded a late goal to draw 2-2 with Greece in Stockholm, while Iran secured a victory over Mali in Antalya. The Swedish team, who have already qualified for the championship, saw their lead slip away in the final moments of the match against the Greek side.
Slovak athlete Zapletalová achieved victory in Rome with a time of 52.58 seconds, marking the fastest performance globally this year in her event. The competition in Rome featured stronger opposition than the field she faced four days earlier in the Moroccan capital of Rabat. The performance represents a significant achievement for Slovak athletics on the international stage.
Germany is increasing its efforts to secure hosting rights for the FIFA World Cup in either 2038 or 2042. The German Football Association has developed a comprehensive bid proposal that includes 14 stadiums, each with a minimum capacity of 40,000 spectators, to meet FIFA's hosting requirements. Germany previously hosted the World Cup in 2006 and the European Championship in 2024, giving the country extensive experience in organizing major international football tournaments. The 2038 and 2042 World Cups represent the next available hosting opportunities following already allocated tournaments, making Germany's early preparation a strategic move to position itself as a leading candidate for one of these future editions.
Russian tennis player Andrejevova has advanced to become the first finalist in women's singles competition. The achievement represents a significant improvement from her semifinal defeat two years ago, when as a 17-year-old she lost in straight sets to Italian player Jasmine Paolini. Andrejevova appears to have learned from that earlier setback to reach her first major final.
The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) has lifted its blanket ban on Russian and Belarusian participation in international tournaments for the 2026/27 season, making their return to world championships more realistic. Russian and Belarusian hockey players have been excluded from international tournaments since 2022 following Russia's military invasion of Ukraine, with the IIHF annually extending the ban for "security reasons." However, at the end of the recent world championships, the federation changed its approach, announcing it will evaluate potential Russian and Belarusian participation on a case-by-case basis rather than maintaining an automatic exclusion. The Slovak Hockey Federation has indicated it respects this decision, while Finnish and Czech federations have rejected the possibility of Russian participation. The policy shift represents a significant development in international hockey's response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, potentially opening the door for Russian and Belarusian players to return to major tournaments after a four-year absence.
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in their first playoff final game, extending their winning streak to 12 games. The victory makes the Knicks the seventh team in NBA history to achieve such a winning streak during the playoff elimination rounds.
South Korea secured a narrow 1-0 victory over El Salvador in an international football friendly match. In another preparation game, Panama defeated the Dominican Republic 4-2.
Mitu has ended his tenure as coach of Slovakia's national futsal team after taking over the position in 2025. He replaced Petr Barnišin as head coach and led the national team during preparations for the upcoming European Championships set to be held in Bratislava in 2026. The coaching change comes as Slovakia prepares to host the continental tournament on home soil.
The 58-year-old Canadian was selected from a trio of finalists that also included Dan Muse from the Pittsburgh Penguins and Lindy Ruff from the Buffalo Sabres. The Jack Adams Award is given annually to the National Hockey League coach judged to have contributed most to his team's success during the regular season.
Argentine football star Lionel Messi has been awarded the prestigious Princess of Asturias Prize for Sports. The 38-year-old Inter Miami forward was honored by the jury, which declared him the most successful footballer of all time. Throughout his career, Messi has accumulated 47 titles, cementing his status as one of the greatest athletes in football history. The Princess of Asturias Awards are among Spain's most important honors, recognizing outstanding achievements in various fields including arts, sciences, and sports.
Slovakia's women's handball team suffered a narrow 23-25 defeat against Turkey in their first friendly match. The team, coached by Jan Beňadik, will have a chance for revenge when they face the same opponent in a rematch scheduled for Thursday at 6:00 PM. The close scoreline suggests a competitive match between the two sides as both teams use these friendlies to prepare for upcoming competitions.
MŠK Žilina announced their first summer signing, bringing in 27-year-old goalkeeper Šípoš from Košice. The keeper signed a two-year contract with the club, nicknamed "šošoni" (jackdaws), as they prepare for the upcoming season. The transfer represents Žilina's initial move in the summer transfer window as Slovak football clubs build their squads for the new campaign.
Italian tennis player Flavio Cobolli defeated Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime to advance to the semifinal of a tennis tournament. Cobolli will face either compatriot Matteo Berrettini or Matteo Arnaldi in the semifinal, with both Italian players competing for the remaining semifinal spot.