Formula 1
2026 Power Unit Rules
Mc Laren boss Andrea Stella has revealed a fourth concern about the 2026 Formula 1 power unit rules after previously outlining three major issues. The latest worry involves "straight mode" usage that emerged during recent F1 Commission meetings. This year's rule changes are introducing a new combustion engine formula alongside hybrid power units.
Red Bull's Energy Advantage
Mercedes driver George Russell insists that Red Bull still possesses the best energy deployment on the Formula 1 grid despite upcoming regulation changes. Pre-season testing for the 2026 campaign has concluded with teams evaluating the new power unit specifications. The energy management systems will play a crucial role in determining competitive performance.
Football/Soccer
Premier League Title Race Heats Up
Arsenal passed the north London derby test with flying colours as the Premier League title race looks likely to go to the wire, says chief football writer Phil Mc Nulty. The Gunners' 4-1 victory over Tottenham restored their five-point lead at the top of the table, with Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres both scoring twice to torment their rivals.
Gary Neville says Arsenal have answered questions in their win at Tottenham and withstood the pressure put on them by Manchester City in the Premier League title race. The Sky Sports pundit believes the Gunners' performance sends a strong message to their critics as they bid to end their 22-year wait for a league title.
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal "showed what we're made of" in Sunday's 4-1 win at Tottenham after feeling "ashamed" by their previous draw at Wolves. The Arsenal manager praised his team's character in responding to the mounting pressure in the title race.
Arsenal responded with character to claim victory over their local rivals and deliver a message to their critics, despite the growing pressure in the title race. The win puts them firmly in control of the title race with just over two months remaining.
Scottish Premiership Drama
After a defeat for Celtic and surprise draw for Rangers, the latest weekend of drama leaves the Scottish Premiership title race finely poised. Martin O'Neill and Dany Röhl remained defiant in their pursuit of the title, despite both Glasgow giants dropping points on Sunday.
Rangers mounted an incredible comeback to draw 2-2 at Livingston, but dropped points in the latest twist in the Scottish Premiership title race. The result means Celtic's defeat to Hibernian has opened up the title race once again.
Other Premier League Results
Liverpool snatched victory at Nottingham Forest as Alexis Mac Allister scored a 97th-minute winner amid late drama at the City Ground. The win keeps the Reds firmly in the Champions League hunt after a "robbery" of a victory.
Fulham ended a run of three consecutive defeats with a 3-1 win over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light in the Premier League. Raul Jimenez scored twice to help his side leapfrog Sunderland into the top half of the table.
Crystal Palace beat 10-man Wolves to claim their first home win since early November, with Evann Guessand scoring a late winner. The victory eases the uncertainty surrounding manager Oliver Glasner's future after some fans questioned his position.
European Football
FC Barcelona climbed back to the top of La Liga as they brushed aside strugglers Levante 3-0. Frenkie De Jong's first goal in over a year and a thunderbolt from Fermin Lopez helped secure the win for the Catalan giants.
Paris Saint-Germain climbed back to the top of Ligue 1 with a regulation 3-0 victory over bottom-of-the-table Metz. Désiré Doué set PSG on their way as they continue their push for the French title.
International Football
South Africa hammered hosts India in their opening Super 8s game of the T20 World Cup, inflicting a 76-run defeat on the home side. It was India's first loss in 13 T20 World Cup games.
England fought back to beat Sri Lanka by 51 runs in their T20 World Cup Super 8s clash in Pallekele. The victory keeps England's hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive.
Transfer News and Gossip
Julian Alvarez is on the radar for Liverpool and Arsenal this summer, but the Atletico Madrid forward is apparently eyeing a move elsewhere in La Liga. Transfer Talk has the latest on the potential summer transfer.
Celtic are watching Mexican striker as Kilmarnock midfielder attracts interest from Italy, according to the latest transfer gossip. The Scottish champions are looking to strengthen their squad for the remainder of the season.
Managerial Changes and Speculation
Igor Tudor says his side need "to work harder than before" but is confident of avoiding relegation, despite a 4-1 defeat by Arsenal in his first game in charge of Tottenham. The interim manager labelled Arsenal as the "best team in the world" after the Premier League leaders gave his team a reality check.
Oliver Glasner has denied disrespecting Crystal Palace fans after they held up a banner reading 'fans disrespected – Glasner finished' during the 1-0 win over Wolves at Selhurst Park. The manager says he is relieved with his side's victory and confirms his commitment to the club until the end of the season.
Player News and Performances
Ruben Loftus-Cheek was hospitalised after a collision with the Parma goalkeeper during AC Milan's 1-0 loss at home. The midfielder's injury is a blow for the Italian giants as they look to close the gap on city rivals Inter Milan.
Kalvin Phillips saw red in the Steel City derby after a terrible challenge that caught Svante Ingelsson high on his shin. Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder does not believe his side are "reckless" despite the latest red card setback.
Racism in Football
Wolves have reported "abhorrent and unlawful" racist abuse against striker Tolu Arokodare, who has become the latest Premier League player to be subjected to discriminatory social media attacks. The club say they are "disgusted" after Arokodare was sent racist abuse by "multiple perpetrators" following their 1-0 loss to Crystal Palace.
Burnley and Chelsea have condemned online racist abuse directed at their respective players, Hannibal Mejbri and Wesley Fofana, following Saturday's 1-1 draw between the teams. The clubs are working with authorities to identify those responsible for the abuse.
NBA Basketball
Injury Updates
The Warriors will be without Kristaps Porzingis and Draymond Green for their game against the Nuggets due to illness and back soreness. The Bulls placed guard Jaden Ivey on the shelf for at least two weeks because of soreness in his left knee.
Game Highlights
The Knicks erased an 18-point deficit to stun the Rockets 108-106, erupting for a massive fourth-quarter rally. In a double-overtime thriller, Jalen Green drained a buzzer-beating three-pointer from the right corner to give the Suns a 113-110 win over Orlando.
Suns Setback
Phoenix's victory came at a cost, as Dillon Brooks suffered a broken left hand and is expected to miss an extended period.
Team News
The Lakers confirmed plans for significant ticket price increases for the 2026-27 season.
NFL Football
2026 NFL Draft Analysis
League executives are weighing in on the Raiders' No. 1 pick and the best prospects for 2026. The consensus suggests several quarterbacks could challenge for top selection. Some teams believe trading down might benefit Vegas depending on how the board develops.
Texans Coaching Success
De Meco Ryans continues exceeding expectations entering his fourth season with Houston. The former linebacker has transformed the franchise after its worst three-year stretch in team history. His defensive expertise and leadership have established the Texans as legitimate contenders in the AFC South.
MLB Baseball
MLB Transactions
The Guardians have agreed to a minor league deal with first baseman Rhys Hoskins. The team is adding depth to its roster as it prepares for the upcoming season.
Sports Memorabilia
A recently discovered 1909 Sweet Caporal T206 Honus Wagner card has sold at auction for $5.124 million. The card, considered the Mona Lisa of sports cards, represents one of the highest prices ever paid for a baseball card.
Player Health Updates
Twins All-Star right-hander Joe Ryan is expected to be available for the start of the season after an MRI revealed only inflammation in his lower back. The team remains optimistic about his status for Opening Day.
NHL Hockey
Olympic Gold Glory
Team USA skated with the No. 13 jersey of the late Johnny Gaudreau before bringing his kids to the ice for a golden moment after winning Olympic gold. Jack Hughes scored the golden goal in 3-on-3 overtime to seal the victory against Canada, with Connor Hellebuyck stopping 41 shots in the win. The victory marks Team USA's first Olympic gold medal in men's hockey since the Miracle on Ice in 1980, drawing reactions from sports icons like Tom Brady and Devin Booker.
Game Highlights
Sidney Crosby was notably absent from Canada's lineup for the gold medal game, a decision that may have impacted their performance. The Americans' victory came through a combination of Hughes' clutch overtime goal and Hellebuyck's stellar goaltending, showcasing the team's resilience and skill throughout the tournament. The game featured intense back-and-forth action that ultimately swung in Team USA's favor in the extra period.
Bronze Medal Match
Finland secured the bronze medal in men's hockey at the Olympics for a third consecutive time with NHL players participating, beating Slovakia 6-1 on Saturday. The Finnish team's consistent performance throughout the tournament earned them another podium finish, demonstrating their strength in international competition.
General Sports
Winter Olympics Highlights
Team USA captured gold in men's ice hockey with a dramatic overtime victory over Canada. Jack Hughes scored the game-winning goal as American teams swept both men's and women's hockey titles at Milan-Cortina 2026.
Eileen Gu defended her Olympic halfpipe title, claiming her sixth medal in six events across her Winter Games career. The Chinese-American skier shared that her grandmother had passed away just before her gold medal run.
Great Britain achieved their best Winter Olympics performance with three gold medals, equaling their record medal haul. Zoe Atkin secured bronze in women's freeski halfpipe, while Sweden won women's curling gold with a final-stone victory over Switzerland.
Rugby Six Nations
Ireland reignited their title bid with a record 42-21 away victory over England at Allianz Stadium. The emphatic win marked Ireland's largest margin of victory against England in Six Nations history.
France maintained their Grand Slam pursuit with a bonus-point win over Italy in Lille. Meanwhile, Scotland secured a controversial winning try against Wales, sparking debate among rugby pundits about whether it should have stood.
England struggled to match Ireland's intensity in their record home defeat, raising questions about Steve Borthwick's side as they prepare for the final two rounds of the tournament.
Cricket T20 World Cup
South Africa recovered from a slow start to defeat co-hosts India by 76 runs in their Super 8s opener. Keshav Maharaj delivered a remarkable spell, taking three wickets in an over with all catches claimed by Tristan Stubbs.
England began their Super 8 campaign with a dominant 51-run victory over Sri Lanka. Phil Salt starred with a 62-run knock, setting up the win as England's bowlers restricted Sri Lanka to just.
Combat Sports
Ryan Garcia secured his first major title with a dominant unanimous decision victory over Mario Barrios, claiming the WBC welterweight championship in Las Vegas. The performance was described as perhaps Garcia's most complete showing of his career.
Leigh Wood comfortably outpointed Josh Warrington in their Nottingham rematch, delivering a more convincing performance than their first encounter.
Football Action
Donovan Dent hit a buzzer-beating layup in overtime to lift UCLA over No. 10 Illinois 95-94, completing the program's largest comeback since rallying from 23 points down. The Bruins' victory came after weathering significant "negativity" throughout the game.
Anthony Dell'Orso tied a season high with 22 points as No. 4 Arizona toppled second-ranked Houston 73-66, moving into sole possession of first place in the Big 12 standings.
Golf Updates
Jacob Bridgeman carded a 7-under 64 to take a six-shot lead over Rory Mc Ilroy at the Genesis Invitational. The second-round performance cemented his position atop the leaderboard at Riviera.
Other Sports News
Conor Mc Gregor teased a potential return to competition, suggesting he might face a "no name" opponent. The former UFC champion has been out of action since July 2021.
St. John's extended their winning streak to 13 games, marking the program's longest run in 41 years with a victory over Creighton.
Wakefield Trinity got their Super League season underway with a victory over Huddersfield Giants, powered by two tries from Lachlan Walmsley.
Olympic Preview
to the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps, speculation is mounting about which athletes could represent Team USA. While the 2026 roster returns home with medals, early predictions are emerging for the next Games.