This weekend saw a flurry of activity across various sports, with records broken, teams tested, and new rules making their debut. Here's a rundown of the key events.

• Wyndham Clark broke the 36-hole scoring record at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock, finishing with a 1-under 69 on Friday.
• England's rugby team suffered a defeat at the hands of France in a summer warm-up match, with the hosts winning 35-14.
• The World Cup saw a change in how league tables are determined, with head-to-head records now taking precedence over goal difference.
• England's cricket team struggled against New Zealand in the third Test, with the Kiwis taking a lead of 352 runs.
• Anthony Barry, England's assistant coach, will continue conducting half-time interviews despite delivering a critical assessment of the team's performance.

• The change in World Cup league table rules could have a significant impact on the final group matches, with teams now more likely to prioritize head-to-head performances.
• England's rugby team will be looking to regroup and improve after their defeat, with the World Cup just around the corner.
• Wyndham Clark's record-breaking performance at the U.S. Open sets him up for a strong finish in the tournament.

• Number of World Cup league table rules changes: 1

• Who: Wyndham Clark, England rugby team, New Zealand cricket team
• What: U.S. Open, rugby summer warm-up match, World Cup, third Test
• Where: Shinnecock, Vannes, various World Cup venues, The Oval
• Impact: Records broken, teams tested, new rules making their debut

• The U.S. Open will continue this week, with Wyndham Clark looking to maintain his strong form.
• England's rugby team will face another test in their summer warm-up schedule, while the cricket team will look to regroup and improve against New Zealand.
• The World Cup will see more group matches take place, with teams adjusting to the new league table rules.