Welcome to Today’s Sports Update! We’ve got exciting updates from the worlds of
gymnastics, WNBA, and tennis. Let’s dive right in! Simone Biles remains a
household name in gymnastics. With a storied career that began with her stunning
performance at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where she won four gold medals and one
bronze, Biles has become a symbol of excellence in the sport.

Currently, she’s taking a break from competition as she plans her wedding to NFL player Jonathan Owens
next year. In a 2016 interview, Biles expressed her desire to have twins and live in
Hawaii someday, showing that her dreams extend beyond gymnastics.

The WNBA’s Connecticut Sun made headlines with the second-largest comeback of
the 2020 season. Trailing by 17 points against the Mystics, the Sun’s defense turned
the game around, allowing only 17 points in the second half and clinching the win
with a 97-89 victory. Their resilience demonstrated that they remain one of the
league’s top teams despite the absence of Jasmine Thomas due to an ACL injury.

In tennis, Iga Swiątek’s 37-match winning streak ended at Wimbledon with a
third-round loss to Alizé Cornet. This remarkable run was the longest WTA streak of
the 21st century, surpassing greats like Venus Williams and Serena Williams.

Finally, Serena Williams faced a first-round loss at Wimbledon, falling to Harmony Tan. This
match marked her third first-round defeat at a major tournament, raising questions
about her future in professional tennis as she remains one Grand Slam title behind
Margaret Court’s record.