Sports Recap for August 3: Lionel Messi Sustains Injury During Inter Miami Victory; Surprise Title Victory by Seth Rollins in WWE
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In the world of sports, August 3, 2025, was an action-packed day. Here are some of the key events that took place:
WWE Summerslam
The final day of the WWE Summerslam event concluded with several thrilling matches. Seth Rollins clinched the World Heavyweight Championship, cashing in his Money In The Bank contract after CM Punk pinned Gunther. The original World Heavyweight Championship holder, Gunther, was unable to retain his title. Elsewhere, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss won the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship, while Sami Zayn, Drew McIntyre, and Logan Paul also emerged victorious in their respective matches.
Cricket
In the ongoing 5th Test between India and England, India set a daunting 374-run target for England. The match, being played in London, was marked by a gutsy hundred from Yashasvi Jaiswal for India. Meanwhile, West Indies and Pakistan were locked in a tight contest, with West Indies' score standing at 135/8 after 20 overs, one run more than Pakistan's score.
Tennis
The Canadian Open saw some exciting action, with Karen Khachanov advancing to the quarterfinals after winning his round of 16 match in straight sets. Casper Ruud, on the other hand, lost to Khachanov, ending his run in the tournament. In a surprising turn of events, Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko upset top-seeded Coco Gauff to reach the quarterfinals of the Canadian Bank Open.
Athletics
Star long jumper Murali Sreeshankar continued his impressive form, winning the long jump event at the World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze label (category C) meet in Almaty, Kazakhstan. He clinched his third straight title in the event.
Baseball and Soccer
In MLB baseball, the Chicago Cubs clinched a series victory against the Baltimore Orioles, while the Detroit Tigers visited the Philadelphia Phillies for a night game. The Kansas City Royals also secured a win against the Toronto Blue Jays in extra innings. In soccer, the Premier League season kicked off with a fixture between Manchester United and Everton.
Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the world of sports!
[1]: Marquee Sports Network - Chicago Cubs vs Baltimore Orioles [2]: ESPN - Philadelphia Phillies vs Detroit Tigers [3]: NBC Sports - Manchester United vs Everton [4]: Kansas City Royals vs Toronto Blue Jays
- Amidst these sporting actions, the NFL preseason started with the grand-prix style American-football game between the Green Bay Packers and the Jacksonville Jaguars, showcasing an exciting blend of football and racing.
- Meanwhile, in the soccer world, the UEFA Champions League match between Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain was broadcasted on Sky Sports, attracting football enthusiasts worldwide.
- In a surprising twist, Tiger Woods returned to the PGA Tour, competing in the Waste Management Phoenix Open, stoking great interest in the golfing community.
- The NBA off-season also took an interesting turn as the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers engaged in a blockbuster trade deal, causing ripples in the basketball world.
- On the other hand, the F1 racing community eagerly awaited the upcoming Grand-Prix of Hungary, marking Max Verstappen's bid to close the gap on Lewis Hamilton in the drivers' championship.
- The PGA Tour continued with the AT&T Byron Nelson, boasting a strong field of golfers, including Jordan Spieth, defending champion Daniel Berger, and Justin Thomas, vying for the coveted trophy.
