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Messi is still the GOAT, plus the hardest Open course
Welcome to The Pulse, The Athletic’s daily newsletter.
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How Austria dug in to overcome World Cup debutants Jordan and seal win in Group J
Ali Olwan’s historic equaliser was rendered a consolation, as Ralf Rangnick’s team came out victorious in Santa Clara.
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How sensational Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick to lead Argentina past Algeria
Messi, 38, became the joint-leading goalscorer in men’s World Cup history as Argentina won 3-0 in Kansas City.
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How to watch Tigers vs. Astros: TV channel and streaming options for June 17
Find out how to watch the Detroit Tigers play the Houston Astros, with time, TV channel and streaming information.
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Bangladesh bat against Australia; Litchfield and Gardner out with injuries
Phoebe Litchfield has a quad injury, while Gardner has a sprained ankle; Grace Harris and Megan Schutt have replaced them, while Bangladesh have brought in Nahida Akter and Sultana Khatun
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Lionel Messi reveals ‘difficult days’ led to emotional reaction after World Cup goal
A hat-trick against Algeria saw Messi tie former Germany striker Miroslav Klose for the most goals scored at the World Cup (16).
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2026 U.S. Open DFS picks, odds: Scottie Scheffler seeks career grand slam
Scottie Scheffler is the favorite to win this week’s tournament, but the course and conditions are going to test him and the field.
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The Knicks did the unthinkable during their title run: They became America’s team
It’s rare that a team from New York becomes beloved outside of the five boroughs, but the Knicks became bigger than NYC.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Today: Live news updates ahead of final opening games
Follow all the news, chatter and analysis as the first week of the tournament continues.
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How to watch Marlins vs. Phillies: TV channel and streaming options for June 17
Find out how to watch the Miami Marlins play the Philadelphia Phillies, with time, TV channel and streaming information.
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