In a series of captivating sports moments captured by Associated Press photographers, Real Madrid players celebrated their Champions League victory by tossing coach Carlo Ancelotti in the air. The team defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in the final match at Wembley Stadium in London. Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark showcased her skills and resilience in a WNBA basketball game, facing physical play and more losses as the Fever struggled with a 2-9 record. At the French Open, enthusiastic fans held umbrellas during matches as Denmark’s Holger Rune and Slovakia’s Jozef Kovalik battled on the court, with Rune emerging victorious.
Meanwhile, golfer Minjee Lee responded to the crowd after sinking a putt at the U.S. Women’s Open, where Yuka Saso claimed victory for the second time since 2021, prompting a special edition by a Japanese newspaper. Olympiacos F.C. fans in Greece celebrated their team’s win at the Conference League Final, defeating Fiorentina 1-0. In other sports news, Los Angeles Dodgers’ Freddie Freeman and Real Madrid’s Nacho were seen celebrating victories, while Portuguese soccer coach Jose Mourinho was officially presented as Fenerbahce’s new coach in Turkey.
The array of sports moments captured by AP photographers, curated by Chris Carlson in Charlotte, North Carolina, showcased the excitement, passion, and triumphs in the world of sports across various disciplines and competitions. From soccer to basketball, tennis, golf, and baseball, these snapshots captured the essence of competition and celebration on the global sports stage.
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