French goalkeeper Amine Boukemouche has signed with Fleury, a club in Ligue 3, after playing for RC Lens’ youth teams and participating in the 2023-2024 Youth League campaign. Boukemouche, 20, who never broke into Lens’ first team, will now join the professional squad of the Paris-based club. This move offers the young keeper the chance to continue his development at a club that finished fourth in the 2024-2025 season, narrowly missing promotion to Ligue 2.

A Step Forward for Boukemouche

Boukemouche’s journey to Fleury reflects his early career path, which included stints at clubs like Villejuif and Paris 13 Atletico; his move to Fleury is seen as a strategic step in his growth, as the club has a history of developing young players. According to reports. Fleury’s strong performance last season. Finishing fourth—demonstrates the club’s ambition and potential as a stepping stone for emerging talent.

K-Pop Fans Choose Top Artists in 2026 H1 BIGC LEAGUE

On July 3, the 2026 H1 BIGC LEAGUE, a fan-voted tournament, kicked off. The competition features 32 K-pop artists who delivered standout performances in the first half of 2026 across music, broadcasting, and live performances. Voting will take place in three rounds: the round of 32 on July 3, the round of 16 on July 10, and the final from July 16 to 23. The winner will be selected entirely by fan votes.

Winning artists will receive exclusive advertising opportunities. The champion will be featured on a digital billboard at Gangnam Station’s G Vision City Building. The runner-up will be on a CM board at Hapjeong Station, and the third-place artist will have their brand displayed on a splash screen in the BLIP app. Notably, the ad designs for top teams will be created by fans, adding a unique and interactive element to the competition.

According to BIGC, the tournament is designed to give fans a hands-on role in recognizing the best performers of the year. The company emphasized that the event goes beyond a simple vote, aiming to create a unique fan experience by involving fans in the entire process, from selection to creative design. BIGC is described as a one-stop digital platform connecting global fans and artists, offering services from ticket sales to AI-based live streaming and fan interaction tools.

Other Notable Events

Meanwhile, the XIOM 2026 Gangneung World Masters Table Tennis Championships began with its opening ceremony. The event has attracted attention from fans and athletes worldwide, with notable participants including 70-year-old player Lee Jae-cheol, who expressed a desire to continue his table tennis career. ITTF president Petra Sörling praised the sport as one that can be enjoyed throughout life, adding to the event’s significance. The competition has been highlighted as a milestone in Korean table tennis, with organizers hoping it will inspire future generations.