The world of wrestling has lost one of its most iconic and beloved figures. Hulk Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, passed away at the age of 71 after suffering cardiac arrest at his home in Clearwater, Florida, on the morning of July 24, 2025. For millions of fans across generations, Hogan was more than just a wrestler—he was a larger-than-life hero who brought unmatched energy, charisma, and heart to everything he did.

From the moment “Hulkamania” burst onto the scene in the 1980s, Hogan captivated audiences like few ever have. Whether tearing his shirt in the ring, posing for the crowd, or delivering one of his trademark motivational speeches, he became the face of professional wrestling around the globe. He headlined eight of the first nine WrestleMania events and claimed the WWE Championship six times. Hogan wasn’t just a performer—he was the show.

As his career evolved, so did his impact. He reinvented himself in the 1990s as a founding member of the New World Order (nWo), playing a key role in wrestling’s dramatic transformation during the Monday Night Wars. Outside the ring, he found success in film, television, and pop culture at large. Just weeks before his passing, he was preparing to launch a new wrestling league, Real American Freestyle, a project that reflected his lifelong commitment to the sport and its future.

In the hours after his passing, tributes poured in from fellow wrestlers, celebrities, and heartbroken fans. WWE described him as “one of pop culture’s most recognizable figures,” while longtime friend Ric Flair called him “an incredible athlete, talent, friend, and father.” Hogan is survived by his wife, Sky Daily, and his children, Brooke and Nick Bollea. His influence on wrestling is impossible to overstate, but perhaps his greatest legacy is the joy, excitement, and inspiration he gave to millions who grew up watching him live out the spirit of “Hulkamania.”

Spain Women made history on Tuesday night by defeating Germany 1-0 in extra time to reach their first-ever UEFA Women’s Euro final. The semi-final clash, held in Basel, was a tense encounter between two of Europe’s strongest sides.

Germany, with eight European titles to their name, looked the more dominant in regulation time, creating several chances but failing to find a way past Spain’s outstanding goalkeeper, Cata Coll.

The breakthrough came in the 113th minute when Aitana Bonmatí capitalized on a pass from Athenea del Castillo and slotted the ball into the near post. It was a moment of brilliance that defined the match, as Spain’s patience and tactical discipline paid off in the closing stages.

Bonmatí, one of the most influential midfielders in the game, once again delivered under pressure, confirming her status as a match-winner.

Spain’s defensive resilience was equally crucial. Goalkeeper Cata Coll made a series of key saves to keep the scores level during regular time, including a critical stop from Klara Bühl.

Her composure and shot-stopping ability helped Spain weather Germany’s attacking threat and laid the foundation for their extra-time success.

Spain’s victory is also their first over Germany in a major tournament, marking a symbolic breakthrough against one of women’s football’s traditional giants.

With this win, Spain advance to face England in the final on Sunday, July 27. The match will be a highly anticipated rematch of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup final, which Spain also won.

A victory in Basel would make Spain the reigning world and European champions, further underlining their dominance in the modern era of women’s football.

Germany, meanwhile, exit the tournament with pride but will reflect on missed opportunities in a match that could have gone either way.

On a night filled with tension and high drama in Rabat, hosts Morocco sealed their place in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final after edging Ghana 4-2 on penalties. The semi-final clash had ended 1-1 after extra time, but the Atlas Lionesses showed grit and composure in the shootout, much to the delight of their home crowd. Goalkeeper Khadija Er-Rmichi stepped up when it mattered most, making a vital save to send Morocco through to their second consecutive WAFCON final.

Ghana started the game with intent and energy, taking the lead in the 26th minute through Stella Nyamekye, who pounced on a loose ball inside the box after a corner. The Black Queens looked sharper in the opening half, with dangerous runs and clever link-up play from the likes of Doris Boaduwaa and Princess Marfo keeping Morocco on the back foot. But the home side came out of the break with renewed determination, and their persistence paid off when Sakina Ouzraoui Diki bundled home the equaliser in the 55th minute.

What followed was a gripping back-and-forth contest, with both sides throwing everything forward in search of a winner. Ghana’s Evelyn Badu narrowly missed a golden chance in extra time, while Morocco pushed hard with efforts from Ibtissam Jraïdi and Kenza Chapelle. As the minutes wore on, tired legs and injuries added to the drama, but neither team could find a breakthrough, forcing a shootout to decide the finalist.

When the moment came, Morocco showed nerves of steel. Hanane Aït El Haj, Jraïdi, Chapelle, and Anissa Lahmari all scored from the spot, while Ghana faltered under pressure, missing twice. As the final whistle confirmed Morocco’s place in the final against Nigeria, the stadium erupted in celebration. For Ghana, there was heartbreak, but also one more opportunity to leave the tournament with a medal when they face South Africa in the third-place playoff on Friday.