It's Monday, June 10th, and we have all the conversation starters to kick off your week. Here’s what’s been happening in the world of sports:
Team USA Women’s Basketball Roster Drama
Although it’s not official yet, the leaked roster for Team USA's women's basketball team for the Olympics has caused quite a stir. Notably absent is rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, who has been making waves in women’s sports. Fans are outraged, but sources say her exclusion is due to potential backlash over limited playing time. The roster is stacked with seasoned talent, and Clark, despite her prowess, might not get much court time.
Stanley Cup Finals: Panthers Strike First
In the Stanley Cup Finals, the Florida Panthers shut out the Edmonton Oilers 3-0 in the first game. What made this game unique was its first-of-its-kind alternative broadcast in sign language. Game two is tonight, and it’s shaping up to be another exciting showdown.
Belmont Stakes: Dornach’s Big Win
The Triple Crown races had different winners for the sixth year in a row. Dornach dominated the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, owned by retired MLB player and World Series champion Jayson Werth. Werth compared this big win to his World Series victory with the Philadelphia Phillies, claiming horse racing is the most underrated sport in the world.
Historic Event at Wrigley Field
Saturday evening saw the first professional women’s sporting event at Wrigley Field in 80 years. The Chicago Red Stars hosted their first game at an MLB venue as part of their Red Stars Takeover Wrigley Field campaign, breaking the NWSL (National Women’s Soccer League) attendance record with 35,038 fans. This event was made possible by the ownership connection between the Red Stars and the Chicago Cubs, controlled by the Ricketts family.
French Open: Historic Wins on Clay
The French Open, the only major tennis tournament on clay, concluded with impressive victories. Carlos Alcaraz won his first French Open, defeating Alex Zverev, and became the youngest man to win a major final on all three surfaces (clay, grass, hard). This win moved him to the number two spot, surpassing Novak Djokovic. Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner climbed to the number one ranking, dethroning Djokovic, who held the top spot for a record 428 weeks.
On the women's side, Iga Świątek continues to dominate, winning her third straight French Open title and fourth overall at Roland Garros. She is now the youngest woman to win four French Opens, boasting an incredible record of 35-2 at the tournament. Additionally, Coco Gauff celebrated victory in the doubles championship.
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