Werk It
Jennifer Garner takes her role of soccer mom seriously, rules were made to be broken at Wimbledon and why the WNBA All-Star Game was a slam dunk.
We love a dose of fashion faux pas and sports on a Monday morning (or any morning for that matter), and today is no different.
Own it,
The Last Night's Game Team
Wimbledon
The Wimbledon men's final went as you might expect, with Novak Djokovic winning his seventh Wimbledon and 21st Grand Slam. Also, as expected, there were outbursts from his opponent Nick Kyrgios. In front of Prince George, who attended for the first time, Kyrgios yelled at the umpire about numerous things, including a woman in the stands who had "700 drinks." He then broke protocol by putting on a red Jordan hat for the awards ceremony, something that's a no-no. The strict Wimbledon dress code states, "Competitors must be dressed in suitable tennis attire that is almost entirely white…White does not include off-white or cream." Hopefully, the Jordan brand will pay his fine, which will surely follow. FASHION FAUX PAS
Short and Sweet
We love Jennifer Garner and Glennon Doyle wearing "official soccer mom" shirts and handing out postgame oranges at the Angel City FC game. Garner, Doyle and a whole host of A-list celebrities like Natalie Portman and Eva Longoria are owners of the NWSL (National Women's Soccer League) team.
Elena Rybakina changed her citizenship from Russian to Kazakhstan, and that change paid off as she won the Wimbledon women's singles tournament. She and Djokovic took home the same paycheck - $2.01 million.
Tony Romo outlasts all the celebrities and athletes to win the AC Champions celebrity golf tournament for the third time and in front of his biggest fans, his family.
The MLB (Major League Baseball) All-Stars list is out, and the Anaheim Angels' Shohei Ohtani will play as both a pitcher and hitter, a rare feat. The MLB All-Star Game is on Jul 19 in Los Angeles.
Before We Go
The WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) All-Star Game in Chicago did not disappoint. A'ja Wilson's all-star team emerged victorious in a game that saw a slam dunk by Sylvia Fowles in her last all-star game. (Dunks are not commonplace in the WNBA like in the NBA). The women didn't forget about their girl Brittney Griner. After halftime, all players emerged from the locker room wearing No. 42, Griner's number. #WEAREBG
Photo: Skinny Taste
Game Changer
We're partnering with the "I Hate Green Beans" podcast for this season's Bachelorette Bracket. Fill out your bracket and join us as we watch two Bachelorettes, Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia, battle it out. (Or is it more like BFFs helping each other find Mr. Right)? SMELLS LIKE ROSES
Tailgate Treat
What's for dinner tonight? How about this Tailgate Treat? The ahi poke stack is a restaurant favorite that is deceivingly easy to make. DELISH
Late Night Talking
Wash those whites; it's time for the Wimbledon finals, Miles Teller and Aaron Rodgers hit the links and this week's Tailgate Treat.
Good morning to you and your inbox. Here's your perfect start to the weekend.
Nice to see you,
The Last Night's Game Team
Wimbledon
Wash those whites; it's time for the Wimbledon finals this weekend. Ons Jabeur and Elena Rybakina will make history when they play in the women's final on Saturday. Jabeur is the first woman from Africa to play in a Grand Slam singles final, and Rybakina is the first player from Kazakhstan to play in a Grand Slam final.
On the men's side, tournament favorite Rafael Nadal dropped out yesterday ahead of the semifinals with an abdominal tear. It could be a spicy final between the winner of the Cameron Norrie/Novak Djokovic match and the unseeded Australian Nick Kyrgios. Kyrgios, who reached the final with Nadal's withdrawal, is known for his outbursts and temper. Proof - Kyrgios spit at a fan who was "disrespecting" him earlier in the tournament. IT MAKES FOR GOOD TV RATINGS
Want more on Wimbledon? Check out the five things you need to know about tennis' most famous Grand Slam tournament.
Short and Sweet
The Las Vegas Raiders (NFL – National Football League) make sports history by hiring the first Black woman team president. Congratulations to Sandra Douglass Morgan.
Nick Jonas, Colin Jost, Miles Teller, and "Today Show's" Dylan Dreyer are just a few celebrities to join a host of athletes, including Steph Curry, Aaron Rodgers and Charles Barkley, in the American Century Championship (golf) at Lake Tahoe.
A group representing minor league baseball players (MLB – Major League Baseball) sent a letter to Congress asking for the same protections already extended to major leaguers. They cite low salaries and the law that allows MLB teams to avoid paying minor league players minimum wage or overtime.
Before We Go
Sue Bird is playing in her final WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) All-Star Game on Sunday in Chicago. The WNBA legend, who will grace the cover of the video game NBA 2K23, is retiring after this season. She's handing the league off to the talented captains of the two teams - A'ja Wilson (Las Vegas Aces) and Breanna Stewart (Seattle Storm). Notably absent from the game is seven-time all-star Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner, who was selected as an honorary member of the all-star game roster. BEST OF THE BEST
Photo: Skinny Taste
Game Changer
We're partnering with the "I Hate Green Beans" podcast for this season's Bachelorette Bracket. Fill out your bracket and join us as we watch two Bachelorettes, Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia, battle it out. (Or is it more like BFFs helping each other find Mr. Right)? SMELLS LIKE ROSES
Tailgate Treat
Ahi poke stack - a restaurant favorite that is deceivingly easy to make. DELISH
And The Home Of The Brave
The skinny on the hot dog eating contest, Tom Cruise's fast 60th bday celebration and we love this USWNT player making history.
May your day be filled with fireworks, time with friends and watching adults try to eat 77 hot dogs in 10 mins.
Do not try this at home,
The Last Night's Game Team
Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest
An American tradition unlike any other- the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest is today. Be prepared to spice up any conversation with useless hot dog knowledge like vomiting. In the hot dog eating contest, an eater who has "a Roman incident" or “reversal of fortune,” as it is so delightfully called, will be disqualified if the result of that incident touches the plate or table. After the contest, eaters can dispose of the food however they’d like, although some contests have a post-binge wait period.
The 14-time men’s champ, Joey Chestnut, will be defending his title today on crutches and in a cast as he recovers from a ruptured tendon.
There's more where that came from in this week's podcast, "The Independence Day Tradition That Makes Us Want To Puke." LISTEN OR READ MORE
Short and Sweet
Carson Pickett makes history as the first player with a limb difference to play for the USWNT (US Women's National Soccer Team). Catch her and her teammates as they take on Haiti today.
The US Open's (tennis) social media person needs a raise after they roasted a Twitter user who said tennis isn't a sport.
Major League Baseball's (MLB) Fourth of July hats are an acquired taste.
On Thursday, Simone Biles and Megan Rapinoe will receive the nation's highest civilian honor - the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Before We Go
After attending an Adele concert Friday night in London, Tom Cruise celebrated his 60th birthday at the British Grand Prix (F1 - Formula One) yesterday. Cruise was supporting his 'good friend' Lewis Hamilton. Chef Gordon Ramsay, actor Damien Lewis and other celebs watched as Hamilton finished third, with driver Carlos Sainz bringing home the win. PARTY LIKE IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY
Photo: Foodie Crush
YUM YUM
Need ideas for your poolside party today? Find your new favorite recipes in our Tailgate Treats. YES, PLEASE
GAME CHANGER
Who did it well and who did it dirty? These are the most memorable National Anthem performances, for better or for worse. READ