Sports Update: Major Suspensions, Game Preps, and International Tennis Wins

Recent sports news highlights include MLB suspending Edwin Uceta, upsets in the Jasmin Open Tunisia, LSU's preparation for Hurricane Francine, the U.S. team's ambitions in the Solheim Cup, and Rory McIlroy's exhibition match with LIV players. Additional updates feature Sahith Theegala's Procore title defense, Joe Burrow's injury status, Deshaun Watson's denial of latest accusations, Tyreek Hill's traffic stop incident, and the U.S. winning their Davis Cup opener.

Major League Baseball has suspended Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Edwin Uceta for three games after intentionally hitting Nick Castellanos with a 96 mph sinker. Uceta may appeal the ruling.

In tennis, second-seeded Clara Burel and third-seeded Diane Parry faced unexpected defeats at the Jasmin Open Tunisia, further shaking the tournament landscape.

Meanwhile, LSU has altered its schedule as a precaution against the impending Hurricane Francine, with similar preparations underway at South Carolina for their game against LSU.

On the golf front, the U.S. team aims to end its Solheim Cup drought, fueled by 'unfinished business' from last year's 14-14 draw with Europe.

Rory McIlroy clarified that his upcoming exhibition match against LIV players is meant to excite fans rather than send any message about the future of golf.

Sahith Theegala is set to defend his title at this year's Procore Championship in Napa, California.

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow assured fans that his surgically repaired wrist does not affect his throwing ability despite recent speculations.

Deshaun Watson, Cleveland Browns QB, strongly denies recent accusations of sexual assault from an incident in 2020.

Tyreek Hill of the Miami Dolphins admitted he could have acted better during a recent traffic stop but criticized police conduct during the incident.

The United States started their Davis Cup Finals group stage strong, besting Chile despite the absence of several top players.

(With inputs from agencies.)