Swiatek Wins First Wimbledon Title in Dominant FinalIga Swiatek of Poland won her first Wimbledon title on July 12, defeating Amanda Anisimova of the United States 6-0, 6-0 in the women’s singles final. Swiatek, currently ranked No. 3, now holds six Grand Slam titles, including four French Opens and one U.S. Open.
Watermelon Prices Soar Amid Early Heat Wave in KoreaWatermelon prices have surged amid an early heat wave, rising more than 20% in a week. The Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation said the average retail price reached 29,115 won per unit on July 11, up 22.5% from a week earlier and 36.5% from last year.
Black Eagles Fly Over KBO All-Star Game in DaejeonThe Air Force Black Eagles performed a celebratory flight on July 12 ahead of the 2025 KBO League All-Star Game. The event, held at Daejeon Hanwha Life Ballpark, featured the Dream All-Star and Nanum All-Star teams, drawing fans from across the country.
Kim Tae-hee Advances in Fencing at FISU World University GamesSouth Korea’s Kim Tae-hee defeated Marlena Jawaid of Sweden 15-8 in the first round of the women’s epee individual event at the 2025 FISU Summer World University Games on July 17. The match took place in Essen, Germany, advancing Kim to the second round of the international competition.