18 July 2005
- Major League Baseball
- The New York Yankees reclaimed the top position in the American League's Eastern Division by defeating the Texas Rangers 11–10 in a slugfest at Ameriquest Field in Arlington, while the Boston Red Sox were beaten by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, 3–1 at Fenway Park.
- Cycling
- Elite cyclist and former Olympic rower Amy Gillett was killed and five team mates seriously injured when an out of control car runs into the members of the Australian women's national team on a training ride. The riders were due to compete in the Tour of Thuringen. The start of the tour has been delayed until the 21 July as a mark of respect. (BBC)
- The final rest day for the Tour de France. Action will resume on Tuesday (19 July).
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