Richard Carapaz won Stage 18 of the Tour de France after a solo attack. Tadej Pogacar retained the yellow jersey in the overall classification. The mountain stage brought another shift in momentum before the final weekend.
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World Cup Audience Keeps Soccer in Spotlight
New audience figures continued to show the scale of the World Cup final in the United States. Spain's victory over Argentina reached viewers across English and Spanish broadcasts. The numbers extended the tournament's impact beyond the final whistle.
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FIFA Reviews World Cup's Record Prize Pool
FIFA's expanded World Cup prize pool remained a focus after the tournament. The governing body set a record total payout for participating teams. National federations are now assessing how the money will be distributed.
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Tour Finale Plans Adjust for European Wildfire Risks
Tour de France organizers continued planning around extreme heat and wildfire risk. Earlier restrictions had limited fan access in affected areas. The race's final stages remain subject to local safety decisions.
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World Cup Players Turn Toward Club Season
Players left the World Cup and began preparing for their next club commitments. The transition follows an unusually demanding international schedule. Clubs are monitoring recovery after a long summer tournament.