June 2026 – Page 471

2026 Commonwealth Games and Asian Games to Feature Indian Athletes in July and September

India’s top athletes were confirmed to participate in both the Commonwealth Games in July and the Asian Games in September 2026.

Gilberto Mora a 17-year-old attacking midfielder was confirmed as the youngest player in the 2026 World Cup when Mexico’s squad was finalised.

Mexico became the first host nation to win an opening match on the first day of a World Cup it co-hosted with the US and Canada.

The World Cup officially began with Shakira and Burna Boy performing Dai Dai the official tournament anthem in Mexico City.

The expanded 2026 World Cup was discussed in India with interest as several South Asian nations participated in qualifiers for the first time.

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs maintained public confidence despite blowing a 29-point lead in the largest Finals collapse in history.

New York’s stunning Game 4 victory over San Antonio left the Knicks needing only one more win to claim their first NBA title in over 50 years.

The Knicks overcame a 29-point halftime deficit the largest comeback in NBA Finals history to beat the Spurs 107-106 in Game 4.

South Korea defeated Czechia 2-1 in the second Group A match played on the opening day of the 2026 World Cup.

South Africa had two players sent off in the World Cup opener being reduced to nine men in the second half against Mexico.