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If you haven't heard about the Vancouver Whitecaps yet this season, you probably will this weekend. The soccer club is at the top of the Major League Soccer standings and has a shot at becoming the best in all of North and Central America and the Caribbean. As CBC News' Chad Pawson reports, the team is preparing for its big match in Mexico City this weekend.
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For Summer McIntosh, being Canadian comes before Olympic gold: ‘National pride isn't just about wearing the flag, it's about living the values behind it'

Yahoo News Canada presents 'My Canada', a series spotlighting the stories of Canadians - born-and-raised to brand new - sharing their views on the Canadian dream, our ever-changing national identity and the triumphs and tribulations that come with life inside and outside our borders. At 18-years-old, Summer McIntosh is a household name in Canadian sport who isn't just breaking world records, but also redefining what it means to don the maple leaf. The teenage sensation is a known force in the pool and a flag-bearer for the next wave of athletes. However, behind every record-breaking swim and every gold medal clinched along the way is something deeper — a quiet, unwavering pride in being Canadian. Having wrapped up a dominant performance at the Canadian trials in June, Summer now has her eyes set on the next big task — World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, kicking off mid-July. Meanwhile, she found time for our My Canada series, in which she opens up on what competing for Canada truly means to her and how hearing O Canada still gives her goosebumps. Summer grew up in Toronto, Ont., surrounded by friends and family. She started her swimming career at Lakeshore Aquatic Club while enjoying four other sports, but she moved on to the Etobicoke Swim Club after she found her calling. In her interview with Yahoo News Canada, Summer was quick to credit her roots. "Growing up surrounded by people who support me and value hard work and perseverance, all while making sure the process is fun, is the reason I am here today," she said, recalling childhood days juggling five sports and family barbecues at the cottage. Those origins shine through when she speaks about what Canadian athletes represent on the global stage. She admires the "quiet confidence" often associated with Canada and its athletes — "a unique combination that should never be underestimated" — and she hopes to convey the balance: succeeding fiercely while staying true to your roots. Summer McIntosh doesn't just view her maple leaf suit as racing gear — it's part of what being Canadian means to her. "Every time I put on my maple leaf racing suit I am motivated more than ever to get my hand on the wall first." That quiet, heart-first determination has seen her go from strength to strength, carrying her from Toronto pools to Olympic glory — and three blistering world records at the Canadian Trials in British Columbia. The 18-year-old put on an all-around swimming clinic in Victoria earlier this month, setting three world records in five days at the Canadian trials and even matching a Michael Phelps milestone. First came the show of sheer class from McIntosh on June 8, as she clocked an astonishing 3:54.18 in the 400m freestyle, breaking Ariarne Titmus's mark by over a second—the fastest swim the world has seen since Fukuoka 2023. What followed two days later was a masterclass in the 200m individual medley by McIntosh, who delivered 2:05.70 and the second world record in 48 hours. She completed the world-record trifecta in one of her favourite events — the 400m individual medley — where she beat her previous world record, clocking in at 4:23.65. But, as Summer looks back, it's never just about the medals — it's about why those moments are meaningful. When the strains of O Canada flooded the stadium at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she completed a gold medal hat-trick in the pool, Summer said she felt "indescribable — it's the rush of pride, gratitude and emotion." With the Canadian flag rising and anthem playing, everything in that moment, simply fades away for her. "I always make sure to soak in that moment," she added, "as it reminds me of how hard work pays off and the incredible journey and support it has taken to launch Canada to the top of the world." It's that exact moment—for her—which encapsulates Canada's spirit: hard work, humility and a profound gratitude. Wherever in the world she trains: France, Florida, Singapore — anywhere with a lane line in sight, Summer makes it a point to carry those values with her. I proudly carry my Canadian identity with me … in how I train, how I carry myself, and how I treat McIntosh, Olympic champion swimmer Undoubtedly, the world records are impressive: The third-fastest 800m freestyle ever and consecutive landmark swims. But, for Summer, these are markers, not destinations. "It gives me a lot of confidence heading into Singapore," she said, eyeing the July World Championships. Yet she's quick to highlight that her performance remains in the service of something bigger: "It's not just about the medals I win, but about representing every young Canadian child who dares to chase their dreams and more!" The evidence of which was on display following her massive feat at the trials where she gave all five of her record-setting gold medals away to young kids. Her mix of ambition and empathy showcases an emotional maturity that displays her Canadian values. While she trains—and reflects—legacy is already top of mind for Summer. Canada Day celebrations may find her abroad, since her summer routine includes training stints in France, but her Canadian pride remains constant. Summer appreciates her platform and leans into it: "Elite sport has taught me that we are stronger together and that it truly matters who you are surrounded by." National pride isn't just about wearing the flag — it's about living the values behind it every day and being united and stronger McIntosh, Olympic champion swimmer So, this Canada Day, reflect on this: Summer McIntosh is more than world records and headlines. She is a Canadian story — a narrative of humility, heart, community and pride. For the youth getting inspired by her gliding across the lanes, she's more than a swimmer. For Canada, she's a symbol of what it means to carry a country — not just on your suit, but in your soul.

Washington Post

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• Washington Post

MVP. Finals MVP. Scoring champ. NBA champ. OKC's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander now holds all those titles

OKLAHOMA CITY — He's the most valuable player. The scoring champion. And now, an NBA champion along with NBA Finals MVP. All in one season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has entered one of the game's most elite clubs. The 26-year-old Canadian is atop the basketball world now in almost every way imaginable. Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder captured the NBA title on Sunday night, beating the Indiana Pacers 103-91 to win the finals in a seven-game thriller. He becomes the fourth player in NBA history to win MVP, Finals MVP, a scoring title and play for a champion in the same season. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar did it once, Michael Jordan then did it four times, and Shaquille O'Neal was the last entrant into that fraternity — until now. 'A lot of hard work, a lot of hours in the gym,' Gilgeous-Alexander said. 'This isn't just a win for me. This is a win for my family. This is a win for my friends. This is a win for everybody that was in my corner growing up. This is a win for the fans, the best fans in the world.' The title caps a season where the Thunder won 84 games, tied for the third most by any team in any season in NBA history. Gilgeous-Alexander finished the season with 64 games of at least 30 points. The only other players to score 30 points that many times in a season: Wilt Chamberlain, Rick Barry, Elgin Baylor, Bob McAdoo, James Harden, Jordan and Abdul-Jabbar. It is amazing company. With due respect to those legends, Gilgeous-Alexander doesn't care. The Thunder are NBA champions. That's more than enough for him. 'Focusing on just being the best version of myself for this basketball team, for whatever it takes, for however many games it is, however many possessions is needed, however many moments,' Gilgeous-Alexander said. 'Ultimately, I'm just trying to stay in the moment. I think that's what's gotten me here. That's what has helped me achieve the MVP award, achieve all the things I've achieved. It's helped this team win basketball games.' This was not a sneak attack up the ladder of superstardom. Gilgeous-Alexander has been climbing those rungs for years. He's one of only two players — Giannis Antetokounmpo is the other — to average at least 30 points per game in each of the last three seasons. He led Canada to a bronze medal (over the United States, no less) at the World Cup in 2023, been an All-Star and first-team All-NBA pick for three years running, played in his first Olympics last year, and just finished a season where he posted career bests in points and assists per game. He scored 3,172 points this season, including playoffs, the ninth-most by any player in NBA history. Oh, and he's a champion now. 'He's getting better every year in just about everything,' Thunder coach Mark Daigneault said. 'I think he's really improved as a playmaker. … And then he's an unbelievable scorer, and incredibly efficient. We lean into that. He leans into that. He's learned when teams load up on him and they overcommit, to get off it early, and I think that's reflected in the way we've played offense throughout the course of the season.' Opponents have no choice but to marvel at how Gilgeous-Alexander does what he does. He's not a high-flying artist like Jordan, not an unstoppable force of power like LeBron James, not a 3-point dazzler like Stephen Curry. He looks like he's playing at his own pace much of time, largely because defenses have few ways to slow him down or speed him up. 'Shai, he's so good,' Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton — who suffered a serious lower leg injury that knocked him out of Game 7 in the first quarter — said during the series. 'He's so slippery in between those gaps. He splits screens, like, I don't know how he's doing that. … He's a really tough cover.' Gilgeous-Alexander is the face of basketball in Oklahoma City, is rapidly becoming one of the faces of the NBA — his jersey is now one of the highest-selling — and it's no secret that he is the icon for fans in Canada now. It used to be Steve Nash, the first Canadian to win NBA MVP. Now, Nash has help. 'You can only imagine and get excited about all the kids around the world, but in particular Canadians that will be affected so positively, whether they're basketball players or not, by the way he carries himself, by the way he executes and commits to his profession,' Nash said. 'It's remarkable and he's an amazing example for everybody out there, not just kids.' There's no question Nash had some impact on Gilgeous-Alexander's rise in the game. Another great who did: Kobe Bryant. There are parallels: similar body types, even similar ways they answer questions. Bryant famously said 'job's not finished' when asked about his Lakers getting within two wins of a title one year; Gilgeous-Alexander had a similar moment after the Thunder got to three wins in this series, saying 'we haven't done anything.' They have now. 'He is probably my favorite player of all time,' Gilgeous-Alexander said of Bryant. 'Never got the chance to meet him. With me, with kids all across the world, his influence has gone through the roof. He'll be remembered forever because of the competitor and the basketball player he was. Yeah, I'm hopefully somewhere close to that as a basketball player one day.' He's not there yet. But Gilgeous-Alexander got one day closer Sunday, when he reached basketball's mountaintop for the first time. 'It means everything,' Gilgeous-Alexander said. 'We rose to the moment. And here we are.' ___ AP NBA:

Associated Press

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• Associated Press

Women's PGA Championship winners

1955 Beverly Hanson, United States 1956 Marlene Hagge, United States 1957 Louise Suggs, United States 1958 Mickey Wright, United States 1959 Betsy Rawls, United States 1960 Mickey Wright, United States 1961 Mickey Wright, United States 1962 Judy Kimball, United States 1963 Mickey Wright, United States 1964 Mary Mills, United States 1965 Sandra Haynie, United States 1966 Gloria Ehret, United States 1967 Kathy Whitworth, United States 1968 Sandra Post, Canada 1969 Betsy Rawls, United States 1970 Shirley Englehorn, United States 1971 Kathy Whitworth, United States 1972 Kathy Ahern, United States 1973 Mary Mills, United States 1974 Sandra Haynie, United States 1975 Kathy Whitworth, United States 1976 Betty Burfeindt, United States 1977 Chako Higuchi, Japan 1978 Nancy Lopez, United States 1979 Donna Caponi, United States 1980 Sally Little, South Africa 1981 Donna Caponi, United States 1982 Jan Stephenson, Australia 1983 Patty Sheehan, United States 1984 Patty Sheehan, United States 1985 Nancy Lopez, United States 1986 Pat Bradley, United States 1987 Jane Geddes, United States 1988 Sherri Turner, United States 1989 Nancy Lopez, United States 1990 Beth Daniel, United States 1991 Meg Mallon, United States 1992 Betsy King, United States 1993 Patty Sheehan, United States 1994 Laura Davies, England 1995 Kelly Robbins, United States 1996 Laura Davies, England 1997 Christa Johnson, United States 1998 Se Ri Pak, South Korea 1999 Juli Inkster, United States 2000 Juli Inkster, United States 2001 Karrie Webb, Australia 2002 Se Ri Pak, South Korea 2003 Annika Sorenstam, Sweden 2004 Annika Sorenstam, Sweden 2005 Annika Sorenstam, Sweden 2006 Se Ri Pak, South Korea 2007 Suzann Pettersen, Norway 2008 Yani Tseng, Taiwan 2009 Anna Nordqvist, Sweden 2010 Cristie Kerr, United States 2011 Yani Tseng, Taiwan 2012 Shanshan Feng, China 2013 Inbee Park, South Korea 2014 Inbee Park, South Korea 2015 Inbee Park, South Korea 2016 Brooke Henderson, Canada 2017 Danielle Kang, United States 2018 Park Sung-hyun, South Korea 2019 Hannah Green, Australia 2020 Kim Sei-young, South Korea 2021 Nelly Korda, United States 2022 Chun In-gee, South Korea 2023 Ruoning Yin, China 2024 Amy Yang, South Korea 2025 Minjee Lee, Australia Note: Known as LPGA Championship from 1955-2014.