Pope Leone XIV's installation Mass dominated morning headlines, with over 150,000 faithful gathering in St. Peter's Square. The pontiff received the Fisherman's Ring, appearing visibly moved while expressing humility as someone "chosen without merit." His calls for a "united Church" working toward "a reconciled world" were followed by appeals regarding Gaza children "reduced to hunger."

The Vatican's diplomatic maneuvers drew attention when Pope Leone prioritized meeting Ukrainian President Zelensky over US Vice President Vance, while Prime Minister Meloni held a trilateral meeting with Vance and von der Leyen, expressing hope for "a new beginning" in US-EU relations.

In sports, Jasmine Paolini completed a remarkable weekend by adding the doubles title with Sara Errani after yesterday's singles triumph. However, Jannik Sinner's bid for the men's title ended with Carlos Alcaraz winning in straight sets 7-6, 6-1.