Why Racing Bulls stuck with Lawson and Lindblad
Racing Bulls have retained Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad for 2027, but with Red Bull junior Nikola Tsolov pushing for promotion, Lawrence Barretto looks at why they decided against a change?.
Racing Bulls have retained Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad for 2027, but with Red Bull junior Nikola Tsolov pushing for promotion, Lawrence Barretto looks at why they decided against a change?.
Racing Bulls will retain their current pairing of Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad for the upcoming 2027 season.
Plus: Auston Matthews is a puck hound, massive schedule differences for the best and worst teams and much more.
India eased past Afghanistan in the semi-final in Al Amerat.
Stellar defense is keeping several of the league's top teams afloat despite sputtering offenses.
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If the recommendations of the review group are passed by the ICC, leagues like the ILT20 and MLC could be severely impacted.
For those who cover Marsh regularly, it was jarring to see him ruffled and looking a little shaken.
Arvid Lindblad and Liam Lawson will continue as the drivers for Red Bull's second team Racing Bulls in 2027.
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente denies claims Lamine Yamal received "special privileges" after being allowed to join the national team later than the rest of the squad.
England's bid to retain the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup will be shown live on the BBC on Friday.
England's Rob Hawkins wins the International Rugby League's wheelchair Golden Boot award for the third year running.
Wales have clinched fifth place at the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup in Australia in Jodie Boyd-Ward's final game.
New Zealand's Kalyn Ponga has been awarded the 2026 Golden Boot, beating out favourite Reece Walsh for the RLWC's top honours.
New Zealand fullback Kalyn Ponga beat a host of stars, including Kangaroos rival Reece Walsh, to the prestigious Golden Boot award on Thursday evening.
New Zealand takes home both the men's and women's Golden Boot awards after two stunning individual seasons.
A starting fullback in the NRL finals series is determined to find a deal for 2027 – and why his game is suited by rule changes.
Parramatta decides not to extend Josh Addo-Carr's contract beyond next season, leaving him free to join a new team immediately if he chooses to do so.
Reuben Cotter is dispelling the myth that middle forwards have little interest than just running straight and hard on a football field. .
If Josh Addo-Carr can find a new club straight away, the Parramatta Eels won’t stand in his way.
Let’s take a closer look at the layers behind the Lightning’s franchise-altering decision. .
Already a star for his hometown Regina Pats at 16, Maddox Schultz has a talent that starts with his figure-skating roots.
Canada is entering a new era of women's hockey. Its first real test comes at the 2026 IIHF Women's World Championship.
Russian players, staff and officials will not be granted visas by Canada's federal government.
Amid a six-game losing streak, Davidson says he's made it clear to other teams “that we're intent in our attempts to improve" the roster.
Speculation that Michkov wants to play for another team may linger.
In 20 games this season, Michkov leads the Flyers with 10 goals.
Among the bottom 10 teams in points percentage right now, four stand out with head coaches who may be in trouble.
Here's the first of a series of notebooks over the course of the NHL season with updates on the scouting process.
The Rangers recently joined a short list of major-league teams on the stock market, offering a rare look at their finances.
Jordan Staal, Rod Brind’Amour, Tom Dundon show The Athletic the parking-lot rock, the grind and the blue-collar ethos behind Carolina’s Cup.
Dawson Mercer, a part of the Hellebuyck trade return, scored twice and had the game winner, and fans got creative with chants.
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress pushed for the Canadian government to deny Ovechkin access into the country ahead of Tuesday's game.
Hellebuyck did not start, but fans made sure he heard them during warmups and continued chanting throughout the game.
From Tuesday's GMs meeting: Why a Russia return looks less likely, Horcoff talks Larkin and Edvinsson and Bettman doubles down on no-trades.
Without disclosing the exact nature of the threats, Hellebuyck told reporters that they "crossed the line as a husband and a father.".
Tuesday night was *supposed* to be one of the biggest nights of the regular season.
Will the Vancouver Goldeneyes retain the No. 1 spot? Let's see how the four new expansion teams stack up.
The Detroit Clutch, Hamilton Havoc, San Jose Sea Lions and Vegas Vanguards will join the PWHL as expansion clubs for the 2026-27 season.
Starting a rebuild is relatively simple. Successfully navigating through the process is much more complicated, and not all teams manage it.
Rizwanullah's five-for restricted Bangladesh to 138 following which Usman Khan and Hayam Khan mowed down the target with ease.
Wicketkeeper batter has been cleared by the BCCI medical staff after recovering from a side strain.
James Anderson has signed a one-year contract at Surrey and has set a target of winning the County Championship next summer.
Three 500-plus totals were scored in the opening Test at the same venue.
Seamer opts for move to Kia Oval, following Lancashire axe at the end of 2026 season.
The captain turned on the Heat to help her side beat Stars by eight wickets in Melbourne.
England have set their sights firmly on claiming four valuable points from the Headingley Test as they look to end 12-year Ashes drought.
Legendary England bowler James Anderson extends his record-breaking career beyond his 45th birthday by signing for Surrey.
Beardman will make his ODI debut while England likely need to decide which frontline spinner to play, but no one is really talking about that.
The 24-year-old's unbeaten 202 is the highest score in his team's List A history but they still lost to Otago.
Before much of the baseball world knew Skubal existed, Boras recruited a left-hander who would become his prized client.
After unlocking one of the rarest achievements in collecting, Robbie Olivier gifted Dylan Crews his most meaningful card.
At MLB's general managers' meetings, a routine signing offered reassurance in an uncertain winter.
What MLB scouts and executives see in this year's group of Japan's top free agents — and what gives them pause.
Plus: Tampa Bay's offseason options, Boston's obstacles with Jarren Duran and more news and notes from the general managers' meetings.
Crow-Armstrong, the electric Cubs star who joined MLB's 40-40 club this summer, is expected to be named the National League MVP on Thursday.
It's officially awards season in MLB, with Gold Gloves already handed out and the BBWAA announcing itswinnersoverthecourseofthisweek. Nearly every other award was revealed on Wednesday in the 2026 MLB Awards Show.
A week into the job, Flores says he's comfortable with a unique hierarchy that includes himself, owner Jim Crane and adviser Jeff Bagwell.
At the general managers' meetings in Las Vegas, the league's most famous agent decried MLB's stated reasons for the looming lockout.
Misiorowski fired a record 1,115 pitches at 100 mph or faster during his dominant season, then helped Milwaukee win its first World Series.
Jacob Misiorowski is the 2026 National League Cy Young Award winner.Duh.Milwaukee's twiggy flame-thrower earned the hardware by unanimous decision on Wednesday, securing all 30 first-place votes from selected members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America.
Jacob Misiorowski broke fastball velocity records in 2026. He won a World Series title in 2026. And now he's the 2026 NL Cy Young Award winner.
Miller and Varland turned in dominant seasons as the closers for the Padres and Blue Jays, respectively.
San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller has unanimously won the 2026 NL Reliever of the Year Award. This is the first time the BBWAA has voted on this award, and it differs from the Trevor Hoffman Reliever of the Year Award.Miller made 66 appearances for San Diego this season.
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Louis Varland won the AL Reliever of the Year Award over fellow finalists Bryan Baker of the Tampa Bay Rays and Cade Smith of the Cleveland Guardians. MLB announced Varland as the winner on Wednesday.
Toronto Blue Jays closer Louis Varland won the American League Reliever of the Year Award over fellow finalists Cade Smith of the Cleveland Guardians and Bryan Baker of the Tampa Bay Rays.MLB announced Varland as the winner of the inaugural award on Wednesday.
No team has spent more aggressively on starting pitching in free agency than the New York Yankees. In MLB history, only 17 starters have signed free-agent deals worth more than $150 million, and five of those were with the Yankees (no other franchise has signed more than two).
At 25, Schlittler is the youngest of the Yankees' seven Cy Young Award winners. He did it with one of the best seasons in franchise history.
New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler unanimously won the 2026 AL Cy Young Award. He received all 30 first-place votes from the BBWAA, the league announced Wednesday.
LAS VEGAS — As the MLB general managers meetings got underway Tuesday, speculation started to ramp up regarding the offseason's top free agent, Tarik Skubal. This year, the 29-year-old superstar left-hander is in a tier of his own.Skubal is not only this offseason's No.
The problem isn’t athletes who tough it out. It’s the culture of sport that makes being honest about your injuries so costly.
Brian Thomas Jr. to the Rams would've been fun, but not as fun as another WR. Also, we really wish Jonathan Taylor were on a contender.
The Packers aren't exactly planning a picnic for Cousins while looking to avenge their Week 1 loss in Minnesota.
Writers from our NFL staff make straight-up picks for every Week 10 game.
There's been a lot of movement on the board since August, especially at QB. But how many of these prospects will return to school?.
The Denver Broncos appeared to fill an immediate need with a trade for Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley. That deal is no longer happening.
Denver did not give a reason the deal fell through, but the Broncos and Chargers on Tuesday said the transaction was pending a physical.
AFC East:Patriots | Bills | Dolphins | JetsAFC North:Steelers | Ravens | Bengals | BrownsAFC South:Colts | Jaguars | Texans | TitansAFC West:Broncos | Chargers | Chiefs | RaidersNFC East:Eagles | Cowboys | Commanders | GiantsNFC North:Packers | Lions | Bears | VikingsNFC South:Buccaneers | Panthers | Falcons | SaintsNFC West:Seahawks | Rams | 49ers | CardinalsAfter 136 games this NFL season, the New York Giants and Washington Commanders will kick off the second half of this season Thursday night.
Bright lights will shine down on MetLife Stadium on Thursday, when the New York Giants host the Washington Commanders in a crucial showdown between NFC East rivals.
After multiple days of negotiations, Philip Rivers is set to become NC State's new head football coach.Per On3, the school will hire the former Wolfpack QB to take over at the end of the season.
Fernando Mendoza's NFL career is set to begin in earnest on Sunday, with his first game as the starting quarterback of the Las Vegas Raiders. He credited one man in particular for helping him get there.
Cousins has overcome plenty of obstacles to find success as an NFL quarterback. Back with the Vikings, he's hoping to save their season.
Zac Taylor almost certainly had little to nothing to do with the trade-deadline snafu on Tuesday in which the Cincinnati Bengals backed out of an agreed-upon deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. But he was left to explain it.
Beck, whom the Cardinals drafted in the third round, will be Arizona's third starting quarterback in as many weeks.
The Rams didn't trade for a wide receiver ahead of the deadline, but they're hoping to have Adams back for Week 13 vs. the Chiefs.
Sean McVay delivered a mixed bag of news Wednesday regarding injuries to the team's top two receivers. Davante Adams could be back sooner than expected from a hamstring injury. Puka Nacua, meanwhile, will remain sidelined for a "significant period of time" with knee and toe injuries.
“At the end of the day, I aspire to be the best at what I’m pursuing," Brees told Front Office Sports.
It has been a tough half season for injuries in the NFL.It's sometimes difficult to rate just how injurious it has been, relative to other seasons, but there are some clear indications of it. Through Week 9 of the 2025 season, there were 171 players on injured reserve.
At 3-6, and with a rash of injuries — including one to their most recent starting quarterback — the Arizona Cardinals are turning to rookie Carson Beck.Arizona benched and then traded Jacoby Brissett.
"He broke his finger" during the incident, Ridley said of the valet. “I don’t know what I did ... I don't know what happened.".
Midfielder’s old-school attributes came to the fore during Nottingham Forest’s win against Manchester City. Modern football is more systematised and data-driven than ever but some things never change.
Michael Carrick becomes the third Manchester United manager to be sacked in three seasons - where did it go wrong?.
Carrick was appointed on a two-year deal in May but leaves after just 15 games of this season.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel says he has "no intention" of leaving the job before Euro 2028 regardless of any offers from major clubs.
With Northern Ireland yet to concede a goal in the 2026-27 Nations League, young defenders Ruairi McConville and Tom Atcheson have been impressing for Michael O'Neill's side.
Striker to play historic 126th match and that’s far from the only statistic that sets him apart for his country. Harry Kane will become the most capped player for England’s men when he features against Croatia at Wembley.
Japan FA honorary president is hoping a calmer approach that makes fewer unwelcome headlines for Fifa will be welcomed by football. Not many remember Japan’s bid for the 2022 World Cup, when the country finished the race with only two of the final 22 votes.
Aberdeen speak to managerial candidates and in-form Rangers forward attracts attention from English Championship.
The USA pull out of the Under-17 World Cup, which starts in Qatar next week, because of the risk of armed conflict.
Socceroos players remain hesitant to travel to Jordan due to security concerns and Football Australia is searching for answers.
England scrum-half Alex Mitchell is facing a prolonged spell on the sidelines after an operation to fix recurring hamstring issues.
Wales number eight Taine Basham will start his first international for four years as he replaces the injured Aaron Wainwright against New Zealand.
Isaac Kailea, Sione Tuipulotu and their cousins grew up together dreaming of playing for the Wallabies. Three of them may end up in Scotland colours.
Australian under-18 captain Justice Taumoepeau has signed a three-year deal with French club Pau, while the Waratahs are in talks to bring another France-based young star, Lehopa Leota, back to Australia in 2027.
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii rattles Sione Tuipulotu with a big hit in 2024.
Morgan Turinui and Matt Burke examine the Wallabies' defensive issues after another heavy loss to England.
Len Ikitau is set to saddle up again with his old midfield partner Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii against Scotland, and it could get spicy.
Japan head coach was criticised for discarding players harshly during his Red Rose tenure but that tough love has paid off for some. To listen to Eddie Jones chewing the fat on assorted podcasts this week is to admire the enduring thickness of his coaching skin.
Max Llewellyn is relishing taking on New Zealand with Wales after growing up watching the All Blacks win two World Cups.
Scrum-half Will Porter signs a new contract with Harlequins, saying he is excited to commit for "a few more years".
Manchester United first considered Pochettino for their head coach position in 2016. Over the next decade, they did so again and again.
(Spoiler: Manchester United do not feature).
Arteta relied on newcomer so heavily last season that his campaign petered out - now he still finding his role in a revised midfield setup.
Kane will become England's record appearance-maker this week. The Athletic explores how he chased down Shilton's long-standing record.
A weakness with counter-attacks, slow starts, defensive errors and a failing high line are behind City's declining form.
U.S. Soccer would require the Argentine's buyout, worth in the region of $10million (£7.4m), be paid to release him from his contract.
U.S. Soccer could take another big swing for its men's national team if Mauricio Pochettino leaves for Manchester United.
The stars have aligned to make this union possible, but the challenge awaiting an incoming manager at the club has rarely looked so daunting.
Mauricio Pochettino looks set to turn a decade-long courtship with Man Utd into a full-blown relationship, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
This is Manchester United, the club that somehow always manages to get things wrong, including their treatment of a club legend.
Perth has made no secret of its desire to chase Matt Burton, but a move west could potentially happen quicker than initially thought.
Cameron Munster dead bats questions about his future as speculation goes into overdrive.
Jillaroos legend Kezie Apps will be entering rarified air when she plays her 26th Test for Australia on Sunday but don’t mention the ‘R’ word. .
Superstar fullbacks Reece Walsh and Kalyn Ponga headline the short list of nominations for the 2026 IRL Golden Boot as they prepare to go head-to-head in Sunday’s World Cup final.
After conquering rugby union and sevens on the world stage, Stacey Waaka has the unique opportunity to complete a cross-code grand slam when the Kiwi Ferns face the Jillaroos in Sunday's World Cup Final.
Official squads, team lists and schedule for the Finals of the 2026 Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup.
NSWRL has paid tribute to John Strange after he announced today that he would be stepping down as coach of the Westpac NSW Blues Women.
When Angus Crichton copped a one-game ban in the 2022 World Cup, he served it in the pre-season. The Eels feel Spencer Leniu should be able to do likewise.
Call it disrespectful, motivating or just outside noise but the commentary around the Kangaroos forwards has clearly been discussed inside the camp and the response was fearsome.
England and France will face off in Friday night’s Wheelchair final in a rematch of the 2022 World Cup decider. .
Under their current CBA, AFLW players are entitled to 12 months of paid parental leave, starting six weeks before their due date. Great. So they should be. But there is a loophole.
Don't miss AFL.com.au's draft coverage, bringing you all the latest news, interviews and more, starting on November 17.
Zeke Uwland gets the better of big brother Bodhi in the recent Noosa Triathlon.
As Darcy Vescio prepares to become Carlton's first AFLW 100-game player, they have forged a legacy that is secure both on and off the field.
With Port Adelaide's pick 12 up for grabs, the Lions are considering a move.
Bodie Ryan's trade came out of nowhere as the new Demon recalls just what happened.
Mason McGroder has chosen to chase his footy dream after weighing up Olympic ambitions, US college offers and a life in athletics.
AFL Players Association CEO James Gallagher says the gap between AFLW clubs getting workplace culture right is widening and the results can be seen on the field.
Reuben Ginbey has responded to comments made by Tom Mitchell after West Coast's first training session.
The Eagles are weighing up a big move in this year's draft.
A reunion is imminent on the Gold Coast, with a Crow keen to rejoin two former teammates.
Bailee Martin is well on her way to becoming the top pick in this year's Telstra AFLW Draft.
Jackie Parry is hitting new heights in 2026. She tells Sarah Black why.
Check out all the latest trade and contract news from around the AFLW.
The final draft order for the 2026 Telstra AFL Draft has been locked in.
Gold Coast’s decision to delist Georgie Clayden weeks before her due date cast a spotlight on the league’s maternity leave policy and support for pregnant athletes. .
After AFL hopeful Gus White ruptured his ACL this year, he sought advice from another player who experienced the same injury — and both are now hoping to be selected in this month's draft.
Cambridge McCormick is attempting to get to Carlton for a second time.
With a return date remaining unclear, Giant Josh Kelly is heading to Ireland as he continues his recovery from a hip injury.
The overall title was decided by a margin tiebreaker, while Gauntlet and Streak also delivered dramatic finishes.
Austin Reaves left the Los Angeles Lakers' 123-112 win over the Milwaukee Bucks with a heel injury and did not return to the game. Reaves landed awkwardly after missing a dunk attempt in the third quarter.
Caleb Wilson suffered a right hand injury during the Chicago Bulls' 124-119 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. Wilson, who was injured in the third quarter, left the game and did not return.
Rob Dillingham is expected to sign with the Westchester Knicks, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Dillingham was most recently waived by the Hornets. Dillingham averaged 6.3 points and 2.2 assists for the Wolves and Bulls last year.
The Sacramento Kings signed Mason Plumlee, reported Shams Charania of ESPN on Wednesday. Entering his 14th season in the league, Plumlee averaged 1.6 points and 2.7 rebounds in 20 games for the Spurs and Hornets last year.
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry was ruled out of Wednesday night's 115-108 loss to the Rockets after injuring his right abdomen in the first quarter, with coach Steve Kerr saying after the game that the "concern is high" as they await test results.
Harden has not played like himself through the first 11 games, but his showing against the Knicks might prove he's turning the corner.
Marcus Smart missed the fourth quarter of the Houston Rockets' game against the Golden State Warriors. The NBA might decide he needs to miss even more time.
The Rockets guard threw a punch at Warriors center Charles Bassey.
The Brooklyn Nets were leading the New Orleans Pelicans by 38 with less than five minutes left on Wednesday. That didn't stop tensions from boiling over.
The Warroirs star guard left Wednesday’s 115-108 loss to the Houston Rockets early in the first quarter.
Reaves injured his heel attempting to score on a contested fast-break dunk in the third quarter. He had 18 points Wednesday.
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry left their 118-115 loss to the Houston Rockets early on Wednesday night with an apparent abdominal injury.
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry left their matchup with the Houston Rockets early on Wednesday night with an apparent abdominal injury.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves left Wednesday's win over the Milwaukee Bucks with a left heel injury in the third quarter and didn't return. Luka Dončić, meanwhile, told reporters postgame that he's "good" after rolling his ankle in the fourth quarter.
Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson left Wednesday's 124-119 loss to the San Antonio Spurs with a right hand injury and didn't return. The nature of his injury wasn't initially clear, but the Bulls didn't take long to rule him out.
Curry took to Instagram to address the hot topic of conversation about his wife's role in a recent movie, which centers on a kissing scene.
Darius Acuff Jr. is not happy, and it's easy to understand why.
Johni Broome and the Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a Two-Way deal. Broome appeared in 11 games last season for the Philadelphia 76ers. Broome appeared in 26 games in the G League last season, averaging 21.8 points, 8.3 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 32.9 minutes.
Lauri Markkanen will be out at least one month after suffering a non-displaced fracture in his right hand. Markkanen is averaging 18.0 points, 6.8 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 30.9 minutes across eight games this season for the Utah Jazz.
Karl-Anthony Towns says he remains willing to sacrifice for the New York Knicks as he chases a second straight championship. Towns has taken the fewest shots of his career this season, even though the club has put contract extension talks on hold until later in the season.
Tasked with filling the sizeable void left by former skipper Meg McDonald, young Cats Evie Cowcher and Lexi Gregor have forged a special partnership in Geelong's backline.
Two huge semi-finals lay ahead as teams fight to stay in the premiership race. Our finals guide is here.
Alyce Parker has claimed a fifth Giants AFLW club champion award.
Gold Coast has made its first list changes after bowing out of the 2026 finals series.
Check out how the AFLW finalists are tracking ahead of the semi-finals.
Sydney is embracing the underdog tag as it comes up against Geelong in this weekend's semi-final.
The mark and goal of the year finalists have been announced, with the winners to be crowned at the W Awards.
Sydney's bold decision to move Chloe Molloy into defence to stifle the Dogs' attack has been praised by Kate McCarthy.
The match review for week one of the AFLW finals is in.
Geelong or Sydney are the teams in the box seat to take out the McClelland Trophy, while another two sides are still a mathematical chance.
Top seeds Gabriela Dabrowski and Luisa Stefani maintained their unbeaten record at the FAGE WTA Finals, while Hsieh Su-wei and Jelena Ostapenko kept their semifinal hopes alive with their first Group 1 win on Wednesday.
After trailing 4-1, Mirra Andreeva won 45 of the final 55 points in a 6-4, 6-0 victory over Aryna Sabalenka on Wednesday. The win secured her first FAGE WTA Finals semifinal berth and made her the youngest semifinalist at the event since 2009.
Elina Svitolina won 12 of the last 16 games Wednesday at the FAGE WTA Finals, handing Karolina Muchova her first loss in 33 matches this season after winning the opening set.
At the WTA Finals, three stringers spend the week getting to know what each player wants from a racquet, down to the pound. Getting it right can involve a little guesswork, a few special requests and the occasional rush job.
Coco Gauff, Linda Noskova, Maja Chwalinska, Belinda Bencic and Victoria Mboko will headline the 10-day United Cup, a WTA-ATP combined team competition that will kick off the 2027 season.
Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula are still alive at the FAGE WTA Finals. They'll play Marta Kostyuk and Linda Noskova, respectively, with eyes on semifinals spots at Indian Wells.
Following a UNICEF program visit to Tanzania with former World No. 4 Anke Huber, the WTA Foundation invites fans to help close the women’s health gap.
Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini became the first doubles team to reach the FAGE WTA Finals semifinals after rallying past Cristina Bucsa and Nicole Melichar-Martinez for their second straight Group 2 win.
Known for her serving prowess, Linda Noskova turned the tables on Coco Gauff with a dominant return performance Tuesday at Indian Wells. Her 6-3, 6-3 victory improved the Czech to 2-0 in Group 1 play and made her the first player to clinch a semifinal berth.
World No. 5 Jessica Pegula scored a decisive victory over Marta Kostyuk to remain in contention at the 2026 FAGE WTA Finals. Kostyuk is eliminated from advancing to the knockout round.
Magda Linette won her fourth career title and Claire Liu won her first in the final week before the FAGE WTA Finals. Here's everything that went down on the WTA Tour last week.
Aryna Sabalenka will play Mirra Andreeva at the FAGE WTA Finals on Wednesday, with a chance to advance to the semifinals. In the second match, Elina Svitolina and Karolina Muchova will look to stave off elimination.
From a one-of-a-kind Mercedes-Benz champion's car and new digital experiences to creative collaborations and unforgettable fan moments, the 2026 FAGE WTA Finals promise a spectacular celebration of women's tennis.
Gabriela Dabrowski and Luisa Stefani defeated Elise Mertens and Zhang Shuai in straight sets to take the early lead in Group 1 at the FAGE WTA Finals. Guo Hanyu and Kristina Mladenovic saved four match points to defeat Hsieh Su-wei and Jelena Ostapenko in a dramatic match tiebreak.
The “Everyone Loves Women’s Tennis” T-shirt debuted alongside Hello Kitty merchandise at the 2026 FAGE WTA Finals in Indian Wells, and Monarch Commerce will help launch the shop in spring 2027.
Mirra Andreeva's FAGE WTA Finals debut ended in a 6-4, 6-0 victory over Elina Svitolina on Monday at Indian Wells. The 19-year-old won the final seven games of the match to improve to 1-0 in Group 2 play and take a 2-1 lead in the head-to-head.
Aryna Sabalenka handed Karolina Muchova her first tiebreak loss of 2026 and evened their career series at 3-3 with a win in Monday’s Group 2 opener.
Coco Gauff was cheered on by rapper Gunna at the FAGE WTA Finals on Sunday. Gauff recently starred in the music video for Gunna's "Pop It" single.
Hong Kong champion and Cali WTA 125 finalist Bianca Andreescu both return to the Top 100 this week, while Chennai champion Magda Linette is back in the Top 50 and Hong Kong finalist Alexandra Eala hits a new career high.
Have a look at what Jorge Martin needs to achieve at the Portuguese GP to take the title fight to Sunday and beyond!.
Marc Marquez. Jorge Martin. Marco Bezzecchi. Find out how 2026 reached match point as three title contenders and two rounds remain.
The two-time MotoGP World Champion has undergone successful surgery following his Qatar GP Sprint crash.
The Italian star made further history in Qatar, becoming the first rider to claim his first 12 MotoGP GP wins at 12 different circuits!.
Catch up on the biggest topics and title talk from an unforgettable weekend of racing under the lights in Qatar!.
The Italian keeps his faint title hopes alive with a dominant win under the Lusail lights as the #93 strides to P2 ahead of Fernandez, with Martin digging deep for P7.
The Honda HRC Castrol rider will miss the Sunday Grand Prix at Lusail due to fatigue.
The double World Champion will be absent from the grid on Sunday following his fall in the Sprint.
You couldn't squeeze much more drama into a Tissot Sprint evening as the red corner takes another step towards the crown.
The #72 takes pole as he makes a final stand – with Marquez second and Diggia locking out the front row at Lusail.
Former Red Bull and McLaren racer Daniel Ricciardo sat down with F1 to take a look back at his career highlights, from his sublime Monaco victory to unforgettable 'shoey' celebration.
The Sao Paulo Grand Prix last weekend proved to be a day of celebration for Mercedes, as the German manufacturer secured the 2026 Constructors' Championship.
In the latest episode of official podcast F1 Beyond The Grid, Bruno Senna opened up on Kimi Antonelli's emotional visit to the family estate of three-time champion Ayrton Senna.
Rene Rosin ran Antonelli from F4 up to F2 with the legendary PREMA Racing team, and says the potential was clear from the young Italian's earliest days in the sport.
Ollie Bearman finished 17th in Sao Paulo on Sunday and afterwards cut a despondent figure as he revealed how pleased he was to be heading home after a tough triple header.
Lando Norris returned to the top step of the podium in Brazil, but what did the Sao Paulo Grand Prix signal in the markets ahead of the trip to Las Vegas?.
F1 ACADEMY has revealed its calendar for the 2027 campaign, with the all-female series’ fifth season featuring seven rounds.
Find out who featured at the top of the Power Rankings table after the Sao Paulo Grand Prix weekend.
Races like the Sao Paulo Grand Prix show everybody why Lando Norris is a World Champion, writes former Renault F1 driver Jolyon Palmer.
Imola has been stood down as a back-up plan for the Formula One season finale as the sport pushes ahead with its scheduled Middle East races. The Italian venue, 20 miles from Bologna, was lined up to replace Abu Dhabi as the final race amid concern over the ongoing conflict in the region.
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The Adelaide 36ers have received a massive boost just hours before Thursday’s blockbuster against Melbourne United.
South East Melbourne have officially parted ways with US point guard Skylar Mays, effective immediately. The 29-year-old played 11 games for the Phoenix in NBL27, averaging 11.7 points and 4 assists.
Josh Giddey has endured another tough day at the office after it began so brightly in Chicago for the beleaguered Bulls.
Parker Jackson-Cartwright won’t play again in NBL27, but the Breakers guard has every intention of returning, with New Zealand citizenship and a Tall Blacks debut still firmly in his sights.
Perth Wildcats v Tasmania JackJumpersThursday, November 12, 9.30pm AEDTRAC Arena>> Play Mega Rewards NBL Tipping for your chance to win cashHow to watchWatch every NBL27 game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scoresLive scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the free NBL App.
Mark Worthington says Josh King’s latest spray at his players is becoming “a bit of a pattern,” and that the real problem at South East Melbourne is the system. The Phoenix are now only clear of the bottom of the ladder on percentage after a 120-110 loss to Illawarra on Wednesday night.
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Illawarra Hawks coach Justin Tatum has apologised for singling out an NBL referee after his side’s loss to Adelaide last Saturday night. Tatum named the official in his post-game press conference, suggesting their presence had cost the Hawks momentum.
Less than two weeks after celebrating his 16th birthday, RJ Brown lived out a debut most players can only dream of. The 36ers Development Player capped his first NBL game with a buzzer-beating three in front of a packed Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
SAN FRANCISCO — Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton began the 2026 WNBA season as the league’s reigning Most Improved Player. She ended it as a WNBA champion.
SAN FRANCISCO — As confetti fell from the rafters of Chase Center on Saturday night, tears of gratitude streamed down Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton’s face as she celebrated winning her first WNBA championship.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Here’s the scene, if you choose to direct it: Angel Reese walks off the court at San Francisco’s Chase Center. The WNBA Finals’ winner-take-all Game 7 has just ended.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… SAN FRANCISCO — Throughout the 2026 season, there were silly arguments and bitter debates about which player is the face of the WNBA, and what each of the options means for the future of the ascendant league.
Veronica Burton has helped the Golden State Valkyries navigate a postseason of franchise firsts — from their first playoff victory to their first series win. Now, they turn their attention to the WNBA Finals.
On the afternoon of Game 3 of the WNBA semifinals last week, Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard warmed up on a stationary bike just outside the visitors’ tunnel of the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
NEW YORK — During a stoppage in Game 2 of the New York Liberty’s first-round WNBA playoff series against the Minnesota Lynx last week, the jumbotron showed Liberty legend Tina Charles, prompting a roar from the sellout crowd at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… In the second quarter of a July game against the Golden State Valkyries, Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray defended forward Cecilia Zandalasini as she tried to cut across the court.
Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton’s friendships with teammates — particularly fellow guard Kaitlyn Chen – have become an important part of her second season with the franchise.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… For former Norfolk State standout Diamond Johnson, every game she played over the summer in Upshot, a new domestic professional women’s basketball league, offered a chance to show she belongs in the WNBA. The Upshot League, which finished its inaugural season late last month, includes a mix of international players, WNBA alums and former college stars such as Johnson.
On Today's episode of The Cooligans, Christian and Alexis welcome VP and GM of MLS Next Luis Robles.We break down Luis' legendary career with NY Red Bulls, playing in the MLS Is Back tournament, and the future of youth development in US Soccer.
Golden City FC’s backers are a group of private investors headed by two Bay Area finance execs, with no date confirmed for their first game.
Austin FC captain Ilie Sánchez made his opinion clear after his final game for the club, saying that he favors abolishing ICE amid recent tensions between the club and its supporters. Sánchez served as Austin FC's captain for the two seasons he was with the club.
MONTREAL (AP) — The Saputo family has begun the process to sell CF Montreal, the Major League Soccer club announced on Monday. The family has owned the team since 1992, when the then-Montreal Impact was part of the American Professional Soccer League.
“At this level, in this kind of game, as a league, and we should have a better surface,” Amorós said. “Unfortunately, our club and football club did absolutely everything in their power to make sure that was the case. Unfortunately, it wasn’t.
In a rare press conference, CF Montreal owner Joey Saputo announced that his family was beginning the process of “initiating a structured sale process” of the MLS club.
CF Montreal is on the market, with long-time owner Joey Saputo announcing Monday, Nov. 9 that his family plans to sell the Major League Soccer club, ideally to a buyer that will keep the team in Montreal.
The Saputo family wants to sell CF Montréal after more than three decades of ownership, the MLS team announced. The family has retained BMO Capital Markets to lead the process and National Bank of Canada Capital Markets as co-advisor.
Joey Saputo, the longtime owner of MLS' CF Montréal, is putting the club up for sale.In a news conference on Monday held in both French and English, Saputo said the team has started to explore a sale of the club, and added that "it's time to move on.
Subscribe to The CooligansApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeOn today's episode, we talk about the MLS awards voting ending on Monday, who our picks are to take home the hardware, and preview the MLS playoff Wild Card games.
The 2026 Formula 1 season will conclude with the Qatar and Abu Dhabi grands prix as planned, with Italy's Imola circuit stood down as back-up for the races.
Mark Hughes and Giorgio Piola investigate the front wing switch that helped McLaren's Lando Norris win the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
While Rafael Camara saw the chequered flag in a “tricky” debut race for Haas, the Brazilian faced the tough task of navigating his first Grand Prix and in changeable conditions.
Nico Hulkenberg believes that P10 and the final point on offer was "the maximum possible" in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, the Audi driver having recovered from a 10-second penalty.
After a difficult time of it in Mexico City, Aston Martin bounced back strongly in Brazil as Fernando Alonso finished 12th at Interlagos, just missing out on a rare chance to score points.
The battle for race wins remains wide open heading into the season-closing triple header.
BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Mercedes sealed the Teams' Championship in Sao Paulo on Sunday after a double points finish from George Russell and Kimi Antonelli.
Mercedes' wait for another Constructors' Championship ended last weekend, as the German manufacturer achieved the feat at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Lawrence Barretto selects his winners and losers at the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace.
The uniforms reflect the 4th Infantry Division's nickname by using various shades of green and brown to create a foliage pattern on the helmets, jerseys and pants.
Teams will be known as the Detroit Clutch, Hamilton Havoc, San Jose Sea Lions and Vegas Vanguards; logos won't appear on jerseys until 2027-28 season. The post PWHL Expansion Teams in Detroit, Hamilton, San Jose and Las Vegas Unveil Names and Logos appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The Belleville Senators are celebrating a decade in the American Hockey League by putting their own spin on a jersey design borrowed from their National Hockey League parent club.
The Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders launched a new era with the unveiling of an identity that pays tribute to the early days of their parent club, as well as the landscape of northeastern Pennsylvania.
The on-court uniforms are rather simple compared to the fan version that features a "Vice City" wordmark and "Wanted Stars," which increase as your character commits more crimes.
The Newfoundland Regiment are doing their best to make sure the memories of one of their city’s bygone pro hockey teams don’t melt away.
Huge news out of the state of Texas! Two of the state’s Minor League Baseball teams have unveiled food-based alternate identities in the last week.
The newest team in the Northern Super League is keeping the fire alive with their name and logo.
As Son Heung-min’s last-minute strike kissed the post and bounced agonizingly away in LAFC’s 1–1 draw with New York City FC on October 17, the assembled crowd at Citi Field let out a collective groan.
Our sources have confirmed the league will end the City Edition program after 10 seasons, with the last two featuring recycled or recolored designs. The post Report: NBA, Nike To Replace City Edition Uniforms With New “Crafted” Alternate Designs appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
As the main Aussie Tour had a week off last week, the stakes were brutally high elsewhere with the employment line in America and Europe full of hopefuls — and heated controversy.
Teenage sensation Blades Brown became the PGA Tour’s youngest winner since 1931 as he stormed to a playoff victory at the World Wide Technology Championship in Mexico after a stunning nine-under par 63 on Sunday.
Jon Rahm completed a winning return to the European tour as he held off Tyrrell Hatton by two strokes on Sunday to win the Abu Dhabi Championship.
Bryson DeChambeau is remaining coy about his future despite taking to social media to address the collapse of LIV Golf.
Jon Rahm will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Abu Dhabi Championship, with Ryder Cup teammate Rory McIlroy and Australia’s Adam Scott among the players breathing down his neck.
Rory McIlroy charged into contention at the Abu Dhabi Championship with a second round featuring 11 birdies as Jon Rahm moved into a three-way share of the lead Friday.
Five years, more than $US5 billion (A$7bn) spent and plenty of controversy along the way.
As the LIV Golf door finally slams shut in New Jersey bankruptcy court on Friday, another will open the same day in Spain.
Rory McIlroy admits the vision “doesn’t look very good” but says there was no ill intent after he was handed a costly two-stroke penalty for a rules violation during the first round of the Abu Dhabi Championship.
The rebel LIV Golf tour will shut down after five years that rocked the global game, saying Thursday that an effort to relaunch after losing its original Saudi backers has been scrapped.
The impact of the last Netball World Cup on Australian soil is still being felt today. Now, 2027 organisers are aiming to break that tournament's world-record crowd again in Sydney.
Reports that netball's once in a generation Brisbane 2032 bid is backed by high sources within the Olympic ranks is a very positive sign, but the sport is holding off from celebrating until the official vote takes place in April.
The Australian Diamonds defeat the Silver Ferns 68-58 in front of a sold-out Melbourne crowd, but ultimately lose the prestigious trans-Tasman series 3-1.
Australia loses game three of the Constellation Cup series against New Zealand to hand the trophy back to the Silver Ferns in Sydney, with Diamonds coach Stacey Marinkovich under pressure ahead of next year's Netball World Cup.
Australia's losing streak across the ditch continues in the Constellation Cup, where penalty counts, multiple injuries and world rankings have been major talking points. .
Australia trails the four-game Constellation Cup series 2-0 after a 62-50 loss to New Zealand in Christchurch, but will hope to turn things around on home soil.
Diamonds vice-captain Kate Moloney is on track to return from injury and give Australia a much-needed boost for the Constellation Cup.
Competitor Charlotte Bailey says the Games, which are underway in Melbourne, offer an important opportunity for people to see what the disabled community can do.
The Diamonds launch a late challenge but it is not enough to prevent the Silver Ferns from recording a 56-50 win in the first Constellation Cup Test in Auckland. Follow live.
It was defender Courtney Bruce's 100th milestone game to start the Constellation Cup but the brand new centurion and her captain Liz Watson were both sent to the bench in Australia's 56-50 loss to New Zealand in Auckland.
Western Sydney chairman Paul Lederer has condemned the treatment of Wanderers fans by authorities, saying “excessive policing” is making the club’s supporters feel like “second-class citizens”.
The Premier League scandal may have gripped English football but the A-League club is ‘critical’ to football’s presence and new strategy in Australia.
A-League star Sam Cosgrove has bizarrely threatened to cut off a reporter’s access in a press conference meltdown over questions about him circumventing a red card suspension.
South Melbourne defeat Melbourne Victory 4-3 on penalties (1-1 aet) to cap night of celebration and become first non-A-League club to win the cup. It was remarkable. It was incredible.
South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory clash on what promises to be a ‘special and historic night’ and in a triumph of the competition’s concept. One club represents new football, a keystone entity in the contentious reboot of Australia’s round ball game 21 years ago.
Australia’s football season to begin under a pall as Melbourne City shares owners with the Premier League giant found guilty of unprecedented breaches . The Premier League’s finding that Manchester City is guilty of breaching financial rules is already rippling across the football world, overshadowing Wednesday’s launch of the Australian domestic season in Sydney.
There are serious concerns about how the stand-off between FA, APL and the referees’ union will impact the start of the new season. There is a common saying that the best refereeing performance is the one nobody notices.
Macarthur FC has been rocked by a major coaching change on the eve of the new A-League season, with long-time head coach Mile Sterjovski departing the club by mutual agreement.