Reuters Sports News Summary

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

Report: Little chance of Clowney-Texans agreement

While the deadline for franchise-tagged players to come to terms with NFL teams is still several days away, the chances of Jadeveon Clowney reaching an agreement with the Houston Texas are all but gone, according to the Houston Chronicle. On Twitter, the Chronicle's Aaron Wilson cited sources as saying "no deal happening prior to July 15 NFL deadline," and while the Pro Bowl linebacker, is "not expected to miss any games," he is "likely to miss at least a major portion of camp."

Federer wary of fresher, stronger Nishikori

Roger Federer believes his Wimbledon quarter-final opponent Kei Nishikori is ready to challenge for Grand Slams after the Japanese number one seems to have found a way to reach the latter stages without getting tangled up in marathon matches. For the fourth time in his career, the eighth-seeded Japanese has dropped one set or less en route to the quarter-finals of a major championship.

NFL notebook: On audio, Chiefs' Hill heard denying assault

In a full version of an audio recording aired by a Kansas City radio station on Tuesday, Chiefs star wide receiver Tyreek Hill is heard denying assaulting his fiancee, although Hill pleaded guilty to an assault and battery charge in 2015. Dan Graziano of ESPN reported that NFL investigators have already heard the full recording and are including that in deciding any potential discipline to be levied on Hill.

Serena thrills as 'Dream Team' turn mean machine at Wimbledon

Wimbledon's Centre Court is the property of the All England Club, but on Tuesday it belonged to Serena Williams. After reaching her 37th Grand Slam singles semi-final, she returned with Britain's Andy Murray in a fist-pumping, high-fiving, forehand-slapping frenzy as the mixed doubles 'Dream Team' put on a show for the thousands of fans who had hung around into the evening to watch.

Indians' Bieber shines at home to help American League past National League again

Shane Bieber went from a late addition in the 90th All-Star Game to an MVP performance as the American League held on to defeat the National League 4-3 at Progressive Field in Cleveland on Tuesday for its seventh consecutive victory in the showcase game. The Cleveland Indians right-hander was added to the roster on Friday and told Monday by AL manager Alex Cora that he would pitch the fifth inning. He struck out the side to preserve a 1-0 lead.

Brain beats brawn as Strycova ends Konta's hopes

Johanna Konta played almost perfect tennis for the opening five games of her Wimbledon quarter-final against unseeded Czech Barbora Strycova on an expectant Centre Court on Tuesday. Her power game was locked and loaded and there appeared little Strycova could do to prevent the Briton steaming into a semi-final showdown with seven-time champion Serena Williams.

NBA notebook: Westbrook open to Heat trade

Russell Westbrook is warming to the idea of leaving Oklahoma City, and the Miami Heat are high on the All-Star point guard's list. According to multiple reports, Westbrook signed off on general manager Sam Presti taking trade offers. The decision comes on the heels of the Thunder shipping 2019 MVP finalist Paul George to the Los Angeles Clippers for five future first-round picks, forward Danilo Gallinari and guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

No ride, Daly pulls out of Open Championship

John Daly withdrew from The Open Championship after his request for a medical exemption to use a golf cart was denied. Daly's decision was announced Tuesday by the R&A, which confirmed Kevin Streelman as Daly's replacement at Royal Portrush.

Senator Manchin introduces bill to enforce equal pay for U.S. national teams

Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) introduced a bill Tuesday preventing the federal government from providing funding for the 2026 FIFA World Cup until the United States Soccer Federation agrees to equal pay for its men's and women's national teams. "No federal funds may be appropriated or otherwise made available to provide support for the 2026 World Cup, including support for a host city, a participating State or local agency, the United States Soccer Federation, the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF), or the Federation de Football Association (FIFA), until the date on which the United States Soccer Federation agrees to provide equitable pay," the bill reads.

Jamaica's 'spoilt' male sprinters need to work harder - Bolt

Olympic sprint great Usain Bolt sees struggle ahead for Jamaica's men at the world championships, claiming the Caribbean nation's "spoiled" young sprinters lack the discipline to train and the hunger for success. Bolt, who won eight Olympic gold medals and led Jamaica through a golden era in sprinting, said he felt motivation levels had fallen since his retirement after the London world championships in 2017.