Andrew Gamble

Michael Thorbjornsen won his first PGA Tour title at the Rocket Mortgage Classic at Detroit Golf Club, shooting a final-round 63 to finish 18 under par and defeat Xander Schauffele and other contenders by two shots. His $1.8 million prize is estimated to incur about $666,000 in federal taxes and $76,500 in Michigan state taxes, producing an immediate liability of roughly £552,000 before deductions. The victory makes Thorbjornsen the latest young American to win on the PGA Tour and the fourth player to claim the Rocket Classic as a maiden tour title.

Crowds at the 2026 World Cup final booed US President Donald Trump when he appeared on stadium screens, reflecting backlash over his intervention in Folarin Balogun’s suspension and his broader unpopularity. His attendance triggered extensive security preparations, including fighter jets, snipers and a no‑fly zone, causing entry delays at MetLife Stadium. Trump arrived by helicopter and was scheduled to present the trophy alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, with whom he has built a close relationship. The White House framed his appearance as a highlight of a highly successful tournament.

FIFA moved VAR officials from a remote base in Dallas to on‑site locations for the World Cup’s final stages amid mounting scrutiny of refereeing decisions. The change took effect ahead of England’s semi‑final against Argentina and followed controversial incidents in earlier matches, including England’s overturned penalty and disputed rulings in Spain’s win over France. The new setup is intended to improve communication and reduce errors as the tournament approaches its decisive matches.

Tunisia’s head coach Herve Renard resigned just 18 days after his appointment following the team’s group-stage exit from the 2026 World Cup, where they suffered three consecutive defeats and conceded 12 goals. His departure followed earlier upheaval, including the dismissal of Sabri Lamouchi after a heavy opening loss. Renard thanked the Tunisian Football Federation in a statement, while midfielder Anis Ben Slimane highlighted the disruption caused by the mid‑tournament coaching change. Tunisia’s campaign concluded with significant internal strain and poor results.