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Stokes set for 3rd Test return as Polymarket puts 5+ World Cup misses at 61%
After an ECB disciplinary hearing, Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were named in England’s squad for the third Test vs New Zealand at Trent Bridge, following suspensions for a curfew breach.
UK heat alert ripples into sports ops as Polymarket toss odds hit 99.95%
The Met Office issued an Amber heat warning for southern and eastern England lasting into next week, with Wimbledon 2026 forecasts suggesting temperatures could top June’s UK record.
World Cup prediction betting surges as Polymarket keeps Spain "Other" at 50%
About 11 days into the tournament, data showed $5.4 billion wagered on World Cup prediction markets, with Kalshi at $2.9 billion and Polymarket at $2.5 billion since last July.
Binance Prediction Markets Gain Traction Amid FIFA World Cup
Binance's on-chain prediction markets see rapid adoption during FIFA World Cup, as sports event contracts dominate the $20B sector.
Bitcoin hits 20-month low as Polymarket keeps UEFA favorite at 69.5%
Bitcoin slid to a 20-month low as risk appetite weakened, underscoring a souring near-term tone across crypto markets.
Scotland routed by Brazil as Polymarket pegs Iraq group exit at 98%
After Scotland’s 3-0 loss to Brazil left them seventh among third-placed teams, Steve Clarke said he thinks they’re heading home as qualification hinges on other results.
Azteca showdown vs Ecuador nudges Mexico to 43.5% on Polymarket
Tuesday at Azteca Stadium, co-host Mexico and Ecuador meet with a last-16 spot on the line after Ecuador’s 2-1 comeback over Germany and Mexico’s perfect, unbeaten group run.
Germany out on pens, Polymarket keeps 5+ missed kicks favored at 45.45%
Germany exited the 2026 World Cup after a 1-1 draw with Paraguay ended in a 4-3 penalty loss, with three German attempts missed or saved.
Knockout bracket firms up as Polymarket cuts first-time 2026 champ odds to 21.5%
With the 2026 World Cup group stage complete, knockout play has begun and the final is set for July 19, as the bracket locks in Round of 16 matchups like Canada–Morocco and Brazil–Norway.
Leclerc wins chaotic British GP as Polymarket Golden Ball line holds at 50%
On Sunday, Charles Leclerc won the British Grand Prix for Ferrari after a late Safety Car, while Kimi Antonelli slipped from a likely win to 16th after damage and a penalty.
Trump seeks Balogun ban review as Polymarket puts Ronaldo tears at 16.5%
On Wednesday, Donald Trump said he called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to seek a review of Folarin Balogun’s red-card ban before the U.S. plays Belgium.
England beats Mexico, Polymarket keeps Golden Ball leader at 50%
England advanced to the World Cup quarter-finals with a 3-2 round-of-16 win over Mexico at the Azteca, surviving a long spell with 10 men after Jarell Quansah’s red card.