Real Madrid promise their player bigger reward than Champions League if they win Club World Cup

Soccer superstar Lionel Messi is set to play in Montreal this weekend as Inter Miami prepares to face CF Montréal. Coach Javier Mascherano confirmed Messi will travel and likely take the field, giving Canadian fans a rare chance to see the legend in person.

Editor’s Note: Messi’s presence is a huge deal for MLS and Canadian soccer fans—it boosts ticket sales, excitement, and the league’s global profile. Even if you’re not a die-hard fan, seeing one of the greatest players ever in a smaller-market game is a special moment.

During ESPN’s coverage of the famously chaotic Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, the broadcast took an unexpected detour when commentators briefly—and bizarrely—brought up Elon Musk. No clear connection was made between Musk and competitive eating, leaving viewers scratching their heads. The moment, likely an offhand remark or inside joke, stood out in an event usually focused on Joey Chestnut’s dominance or the spectacle of scarfing down dozens of hot dogs.

Editor’s Note: Sports broadcasts love throwing in random asides, but this one was especially odd—even for a contest where grown adults inhale 70 hot dogs in 10 minutes. It’s a reminder of how live TV can veer into surreal territory, especially when producers or commentators get playful (or just lose the plot). For Musk, it’s another blip in his ever-present cultural orbit, popping up where you’d least expect him. For fans? Just another weird footnote in a competition that thrives on absurdity.

Day five at Wimbledon is heating up with some thrilling matches, including a standout showdown between Aryna Sabalenka and Emma Raducanu. Meanwhile, Carlos Alcaraz, Cameron Norrie, and Sonny Kartal have all secured wins, with Kartal making her first-ever last 16 appearance. Tennis insiders are buzzing about Amanda Anisimova’s potential to go all the way, especially with the unpredictable twists in the women’s draw.

Editor’s Note: Wimbledon’s middle rounds are where things get really interesting—big names clash, underdogs rise, and the tournament’s narrative takes shape. Kartal’s breakthrough and Anisimova’s dark-horse status add fresh drama, while Sabalenka vs. Raducanu is the kind of marquee matchup fans crave. If you love tennis, this is when the magic happens.

The Toronto Argonauts, a Canadian Football League (CFL) team, hold the exclusive rights to negotiate with Shedeur Sanders—star quarterback and son of NFL legend Deion Sanders—should he ever consider playing in the CFL. While Sanders is currently focused on his NFL prospects with the Cleveland Browns, this move gives the Argonauts a potential edge if his plans change. It’s a savvy play by the CFL to stay connected to high-profile talent, even if it’s a long shot.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t about Sanders joining the CFL tomorrow—it’s about the league positioning itself as a viable option for rising stars, especially those with big names. For the Argonauts, it’s a low-risk, high-reward move that keeps them in the conversation. For fans, it’s a fun "what if" scenario, but don’t hold your breath for a cross-border quarterback switch anytime soon.

The Vegas Golden Knights made a splash in NHL free agency by snagging star forward Mitch Marner from the Maple Leafs on an eight-year deal. But now they're shifting focus to their defense, with rumors swirling that they're looking to trade a depth defenseman—likely to adjust after Alex Pietrangelo's unexpected departure.

Editor’s Note: Vegas is clearly in win-now mode after landing Marner, but losing Pietrangelo leaves a hole on the blue line. Trading a depth defenseman could free up space or assets for another move—so this isn’t just roster shuffling, it’s strategic tinkering for a team eyeing another Cup run.