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18-year-old Luke Littler won his second consecutive PDC Darts World Championship, defeating Gian van Veen 7-1 at Alexandra Palace, cementing his status as a top darts player and the youngest ever world champion.
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays in a dramatic Game 7, 5-4, with key moments including Will Smith's 11th-inning homer and Miguel Rojas's tying home run in the ninth. The series featured historic plays and marked the Dodgers' first back-to-back championships in 25 years, solidifying their status as a potential dynasty.
Dana White initially doubted UFC champion Merab Dvalishvili due to his perceived foolishness, but after his impressive four-title defenses in a year and a 14-fight winning streak, White has become very supportive and proud of his accomplishments.
A’ja Wilson, a dominant WNBA player and Olympic gold medalist, fulfills her parents' dreams, exemplifying the league's growth since its 1996 inception, and balancing her athletic success with her advocacy and personal development.
Khamzat Chimaev returned to Dubai as a UFC champion after a dominant win at UFC 319 in Chicago, where he defeated Dricus du Plessis with a record of 15-0, showcasing his impressive skills with multiple takedowns and strikes, earning a hero's welcome in his community.
Michael Mizrachi won the 2025 World Series of Poker main event, earning $10 million and tying for the fifth most WSOP bracelets, while also making history with the largest cash prize for a woman and being inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame.
Iga Swiatek won the Wimbledon final with a dominant 6-0, 6-0 victory, and after the match, she engaged in extensive media and celebratory activities, reflecting on her surprising win and the adjustments she made to succeed on grass. Her victory marks a significant milestone in her tennis career, demonstrating her adaptability and confidence in her abilities.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have established themselves as the dominant team in the NBA's Western Conference, with a strong roster, youth, and strategic moves, making the conference less 'wide-open' and more competitive at the top, challenging other teams to catch up in a landscape where the Thunder appear built to last for years.
Yunara, the latest champion in League of Legends, is introduced with a set of abilities that reflect her background as the Fist of Shadow and her connection to the Darkin Glaive, including passive damage, a stacking attack ability, a versatile line or beam attack, a quick dash or speed burst, and a powerful ultimate that enhances all her skills. She is set to be released in patch 25.14 on July 16, 2025.
Kayla Harrison received a hero’s welcome at her gym after winning the UFC women’s bantamweight title, marking a significant milestone in her MMA career, with a future superfight against Amanda Nunes already scheduled.
Faizan Zaki, a 13-year-old from Texas, won the Scripps National Spelling Bee after nearly making a costly mistake but ultimately spelling the winning word 'eclaircissement' correctly, showcasing his passion for language and resilience.
Faizan Zaki, a 13-year-old from Texas, won the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee after nearly making a mistake due to overconfidence, showcasing his passion for words and language, and becoming the fifth runner-up in history to come back and win the title.
Faizan Zaki, after nearly losing his chance due to overconfidence, successfully won the Scripps National Spelling Bee, becoming the fifth runner-up to win the title in a remarkable comeback, and celebrated his victory with a total earnings of $77,500. The event marked the end of its long-standing venue near Washington, set to move to Constitution Hall in 2026.
Faizan Zaki, a 13-year-old from Texas, won the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee, the 110th edition, by correctly spelling éclaircissement in a dramatic final round, earning over $50,000 in prizes.
Faizan Zaki won the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee in a dramatic finish, besting Sarvadnya Kadam in the 20th round after a tense competition with multiple perfect rounds and eliminations, earning him the title and a $50,000 prize.