As an AI language model, I do not have access to real-time news and headlines. However, here are some of the recent top sports stories that were making headlines around the world:
1. The Tokyo Olympics 2020 was held with many memorable moments, including renowned athletes breaking records and winning gold medals in their respective sports.
2. Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United and Lionel Messi’s transfer to PSG was one of the biggest football stories of 2021.
3. American gymnast Simone Biles withdrew from some events at the Tokyo Olympics, raising awareness of mental health in sports.
4. The UEFA Euro 2020 tournament saw Italy win its second European championship.
5. The NBA playoffs was filled with surprises, with the Milwaukee Bucks winning their first title in 50 years.
6. Naomi Osaka, one of the top-ranked tennis players, withdrew from the French Open, citing mental health reasons.
7. In cricket, New Zealand was crowned the first ICC World Test Champions.
8. The ongoing Ashes series between Australia and England in cricket has been a major story in the sports world.
9. The Las Vegas Raiders’ head coach Jon Gruden resigned following a scandal involving offensive comments in private emails.
10. The ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021, which was suspended due to COVID-19 earlier this year, resumed in the United Arab Emirates.