Sporting Highlights: Legal Battles, Injuries, and Historic Achievements

Recent sports news includes an 18-year-old fan suing to claim Ohtani's historic home-run ball, Drew Doughty fracturing his ankle, Wander Franco facing trial, and impressive beginnings for the USA in the Presidents Cup. Other highlights feature Christian McCaffrey's injury, Tony Jefferson's signing, and Caitlin Clark boosting WNBA ratings.

Recent developments in the sports world feature a unique legal battle involving an 18-year-old fan who claims ownership of Shohei Ohtani's historic home-run ball. The fan seeks to halt an auction of the memorabilia.

In injury news, Los Angeles Kings' defenseman Drew Doughty fractured his ankle in a preseason game. Meanwhile, Wander Franco faces a trial on charges of sexual abuse, and Christian McCaffrey's injury could sideline him for months.

The U.S. team made a strong start in the Presidents Cup, holding a 5-0 lead over the International Team. Additionally, veteran safety Tony Jefferson joined the Los Angeles Chargers, and Caitlin Clark's performance drove the WNBA to its highest viewership in 24 years.

(With inputs from agencies.)