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×Formula 1
Last updated: November 6, 2026, 11:10 PM ET
Practice Sessions
Newly crowned world champion Kimi Antonelli topped Friday's second practice autosport.com at Interlagos in tricky conditions. Earlier, Lando Norris was fastest autosport.com in the opening session, ahead of Antonelli.
Ferrari
Ferrari arrived at Interlagos autosport.com facing growing tension between Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, with a crunch meeting set for the team.
Driver Market
Colton Herta has earned his F1 superlicence autosport.com, while Valtteri Bottas remains bullish about his chances for a 2027 seat. Meanwhile, Red Bull has handed Alan Permane a new contract autosport.com with the Racing Bulls team, running until 2031.
Coming Up
Qualifying for the Brazilian Grand Prix is still to come, as the teams push for position at Interlagos.
Football/Soccer
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 5:20 AM ET
Premier League
Everton came from behind skysports.com to beat Coventry 3-1, with Thierno Barry scoring twice and setting up another, lifting the Toffees into fifth. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall responded to his England omission bbc.co.uk with a stunning goal in the same game. Frank Lampard criticised VAR skysports.com after three contentious decisions went against his side, while David Moyes skysports.com spoke of chasing trophies as he approached a landmark game.
Manchester United's struggles drew scrutiny, as ESPN examined how preseason fitness espn.com has hindered their Premier League form, and asked whether a top coach espn.com could rescue them. Michael Carrick said it is "not impossible" skysports.com that the club can recapture its Ferguson-era success, while Sky reported a boost in the pursuit skysports.com of Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde.
Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola questioned whether his side espn.com are "too honest" after the Arsenal defeat, and demanded more risk skysports.com to solve their scoring problems. Unai Emery confirmed contract talks espn.com at Aston Villa, and Enzo Maresca backed Gianluigi Donnarumma espn.com despite recent goalkeeping errors at Manchester City. Trafford called his lack of game time bbc.co.uk at City "horrendous," and Elliot Anderson's £116m move bbc.co.uk to Manchester City was analysed as he returned to Nottingham Forest.
Derby eased pressure skysports.com on John Eustace with a comeback win over Bolton, and Brewster sealed the 3-1 result skysports.com. Derby are not alone in a difficult spell, as Sky's Scottish Premiership preview skysports.com noted pressure on O'Neill's Celtic ahead of the international break.
Internationals & Cup Football
Thomas Tuchel left Cole Palmer out skysports.com of the England squad, saying he misses too many chances bbc.co.uk to impress, while Jobe Bellingham was called up skysports.com alongside brother Jude. Arsenal's Max Dowman earned his first espn.com Under-21 call-up. Mark McKenzie replaced the injured George Campbell espn.com in the USMNT squad for the Haiti match, and Gio Reyna exited with an apparent injury espn.com ahead of camp. Hugo Keenan scored a hat-trick skysports.com as Ireland beat Argentina 42-12 in Dublin. Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said he learned bbc.co.uk of Cristiano Ronaldo's retirement at the same time as everyone else. Vincent Kompany is on track for a full recovery espn.com after a collapse, according to Bayern Munich.
Non-league Altrincham hope to add Notts County bbc.co.uk to their FA Cup giant-killing list, while Oxford City's Scott Pollock believes his side can shock Leicester bbc.co.uk. Harborough Town signed 6ft 9in striker Kyle Hudlin bbc.co.uk ahead of their tie.
MLS & NWSL
ESPN asked its analysts espn.com who should win the 2026 MLS awards, including whether Messi deserves MVP, as the regular season closes. The NWSL ranked its top 25 players espn.com of 2026, and previewed every playoff team's espn.com chances at the title. Shield winners Gotham could be forced to move espn.com a potential semifinal because of stadium conflicts. Angel City signed U17 World Cup record-holder espn.com Maddie DiMaria, who is eligible for the playoffs.
Governance & Business
Schools voted down espn.com a proposed two-semester men's college soccer schedule, and Concacaf unveiled a more competitive espn.com Gold Cup format from 2027. FIFA's chief legal officer Emilio García Silvero stepped down espn.com in a second high-profile exit. The Caribbean Football Union endorsed Gianni Infantino espn.com for re-election, while his first challenger pitched himself bbc.co.uk to the BBC. Former Wolves and England defender Conor Coady retired at 33 bbc.co.uk after a 503-game career.
Coming Up
The NWSL playoffs are underway espn.com, with Gotham's semifinal venue still in doubt. Derby and Everton return to league action skysports.com as the Premier League resumes after the international break.
NBA Basketball
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 5:20 AM ET
Luka Doncic and the Lakers
Luka Doncic poured in a season-high 53 points in the Lakers' 124-118 win over the Bucks on Friday, pushing his scoring average past 40 as Los Angeles keeps rolling. The Lakers have started the season 7-2, and Doncic's explosion espn.com has been the centerpiece of their hot start. Redick also praised Doncic after he added another 40-point effort against Sacramento, a stretch that drew comparisons to Kobe Bryant and Elgin Baylor, as detailed in Redick's comments espn.com.
Wembanyama and the Spurs
Victor Wembanyama recorded a career-high 52 points and 24 rebounds in a Spurs win, drawing MVP chants from the crowd and predicting more big nights ahead. The performance espn.com marked one of the most dominant individual games of the young season.
76ers and LeBron James
LeBron James returned to Cleveland as an opponent and managed just eight points in Philadelphia's loss, a quiet night in a return to Cleveland espn.com that carried plenty of nostalgia. Philadelphia nonetheless owns an 8-1 start, with Tyrese Maxey's heroics helping drive the surge, according to a league-wide look espn.com at the early superteam picture. LeBron cautioned against Finals talk, saying it is too early to project the team that far, in his comments espn.com. He also looked back on his first Philly game espn.com more than two decades ago, and his legal team pushed back against a sports betting app, Bron AI, that used his likeness without authorization, as reported in this story espn.com.
Warriors and Kristaps Porzingis
Kristaps Porzingis announced he will step away from the NBA to prioritize his health, a decision that comes amid a contract dispute. Sources say the Warriors have withheld semimonthly payments on his $20M salary, as outlined in this report espn.com, while the team's announcement espn.com framed the move around his wellbeing.
Heat, Clippers and Thompson
Klay Thompson's corner three with the clock running out completed a dramatic Heat comeback over the Clippers, and his game-winner espn.com sent Miami's bench into a jubilant celebration.
Nuggets Struggle
Denver has stumbled early, and even Nikola Jokic may not be enough to save a roster that was never built to absorb slippage from its three-time MVP, as analyzed in this piece espn.com.
Lakers Roster and Bronny James
The Lakers have sent little-used Bronny James to their G League affiliate, a move that reflects his limited role during the team's strong start, per this report espn.com.
Trae Young and Jamal Crawford
Trae Young returned to Atlanta to face his former team, describing the experience as cool despite a loss to the Hawks in which he still posted a double-double, as covered in this story espn.com. Jamal Crawford said the NBA's potential return to Seattle "feels different" this time, in his remarks espn.com.
Around the League
Doc Rivers recalled Giannis Antetokounmpo's exit from Milwaukee, saying the star "didn't want to be" with the Bucks, in Rivers' account espn.com. Former NBA player Ed Davis is set to plead guilty in a federal sports betting case, per this report espn.com. Knicks players Kolek and McBride called Taylor Swift "performative" as a fan, prompting the team to defend her, in this story espn.com.
Draft and Fantasy
Jeremy Woo debuted his top 100 prospects for the 2027 draft, with the early rankings espn.com highlighting the names leading the class. On the fantasy side, Andre Snellings weighed whether Ty Jerome's breakout is sustainable in this analysis espn.com.
Coming Up
Philadelphia's 8-1 start and LeBron's cautious stance on the Finals set up a closely watched stretch for the 76ers, as covered in this report espn.com.
NFL Football
Last updated: November 6, 2026, 11:10 PM ET
Week 9 Matchups and Injury Report
The Browns name Shedeur Sanders espn.com as their starting quarterback against the Saints while Deshaun Watson sits in protocol, and the second-year passer has three clear areas espn.com where he can show growth in his first start. Elsewhere, Saquon Barkley and Breece Hall are expected to play espn.com, while the Giants' Cam Skattebo is doubtful espn.com against the Eagles. Nick Bosa returns for the 49ers after missing time since Week, and Christian McCaffrey is good to go espn.com for San Francisco. Myles Garrett is on track espn.com to be activated for the Rams against Washington, and the Jets have ruled out espn.com Garrett Wilson with a concussion for Sunday's game against Kansas City.
Game Results
The Jaguars cruised to a 33-10 win espn.com over the short-handed Ravens, never trailing as Trevor Lawrence led the way. Jacksonville has now recorded its fourth win by 23 or more points this season, and the team believes it can be better still espn.com. Baltimore struggled badly without Lamar Jackson, and the Ravens insisted there are no excuses espn.com for a stretch that ranks among the worst in franchise history. Baltimore has since turned to veteran Jacoby Brissett, whose arrival brings hope but realistic expectations espn.com for a spiraling offense.
Coaching and Front Office
Midseason grades are arriving for the 10 new head coaches in the league, a total that ties the most ever espn.com for a single offseason. Jerry Jones defended his stance espn.com that it would be ridiculous to think the Cowboys won't pay up for a top coach, while Dallas continues to struggle on offense despite star power espn.com. The Cowboys also marked one year espn.com since the death of Marshawn Kneeland with a tribute to their mental health program.
Trade Deadline
Analysts are weighing which teams should make moves espn.com before the deadline, asking whether the Giants keep adding and whether the Bills go all-in. A year after the last deadline, the moves that sent Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams elsewhere are being reassessed espn.com, with New York having stockpiled first-round picks in the process.
Player Health and Legal
Patriots running back Tre Veyon Henderson said his tests came back reassuring espn.com after an episode of unexplained neurological symptoms. Green Bay hopes Micah Parsons returns before Thanksgiving espn.com from his ACL injury. Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock is in line to start espn.com against Arizona after recovering from an elbow issue, while Seattle has ruled out Darnold and will have Quenton Nelson undergo a minor knee procedure espn.com. Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice filed for bankruptcy espn.com, claiming he owes more than $3.45M in debts, and former NFL receiver Antonio Brown avoided jail time espn.com in a 2025 shooting case after receiving three years' probation.
Week 9 Preview
The full slate of 14 games is previewed in detail espn.com, including Bills against Vikings and Drake Maye against Jordan Love, while Joe Burrow spent his day off espn.com visiting the Prado in Madrid. Breece Hall says he is ready to play espn.com after a five-game absence, and Dolphins guard Kadyn Proctor has cleared concussion protocol espn.com ahead of Miami's game against Detroit.
Coming Up
The Vikings start Carson Wentz espn.com against the Bills on Monday night with Sam Darnold's replacement Murray ruled out. Super Bowl LXI airs on ESPN espn.com on Feb. 14, 2027.
MLB Baseball
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 5:20 AM ET
Free Agency & Roster Moves
The New York Mets re-signed espn.com veteran right-hander Robert Stock, to a one-year contract. The Seattle Mariners are adding espn.com Yankees catching coach Tanner Swanson as their bench coach, according to sources.
Injuries
Arizona's Corbin Carroll underwent espn.com right elbow surgery this week and is expected to be ready for spring training.
Clase Gambling Trial
A witness testified that the inside pitch information he used for betting dried up espn.com amid fallout from the Mizuhara case. Former Guardians catcher Bo Naylor told espn.com jurors Thursday he saw nothing unusual about the Clase and Ortiz pitches. The Blue Jays, meanwhile, distanced themselves espn.com from a series of anti-Muslim videos posted by outfielder Anthony Santander.
Managerial & Coaching Changes
Albert Pujols is expected to interview espn.com for the Astros' managerial opening. Jason Kanzler, whose background leans toward analytics and data, was named espn.com Mariners manager after an unconventional path to the job. In Cincinnati, Joe Torres was hired espn.com as Reds pitching coach, rejoining Terry Francona's staff.
Umpires & Labor
Five former umpires filed suit espn.com over their retirement plan, claiming they are owed money in excess of $ amounts their attorney did not specify on Thursday.
Arbitration Watch
Blue Jays closer Louis Varland, Dodgers outfielder Andy Pages and Rangers lefty were among the Super 2 players named espn.com eligible for salary arbitration.
Offseason Outlook
Both New York clubs face questions heading into 2027, and ESPN examined espn.com how the Yankees and Mets might address their needs, including the bullpen, catcher and infield, with a possible splash for left-hander Tarik Skubal.
Coming Up
Pujols is expected espn.com to interview for the Astros' managerial job. Carroll is expected espn.com to be ready for spring training.
NHL Hockey
Last updated: November 6, 2026, 3:40 PM ET
Player Injuries & Returns
Panthers forward Brad Marchand said Thursday he is glad his knee injury espn.com was not more serious, with a return possible in about six weeks. Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber returned espn.com to practice for the first time since his September skull fracture.
Trade Requests & Roster Moves
Lightning star Nikita Kucherov's trade request espn.com has shaken the league, prompting speculation about seven possible landing spots. Star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck espn.com cited "very challenging circumstances" involving family as part of his own trade request. The Rangers placed goalie James Reimer on waivers espn.com after just one start.
Goaltending & Lineup Innovation
The Oilers became the first NHL team to dress a full-time espn.com emergency backup goalie, a move that could influence how teams manage their netminding depth.
Rules & League Policy
The PWHL mandated neck guards espn.com for all players this season. Major sponsors have also increased pressure espn.com on the International Ice Hockey Federation over the potential inclusion of Russia at the world championships.
Power Rankings & Fantasy Notes
Carolina remains at No. 1 espn.com in the latest power rankings, though a shakeup in the top five highlights shifting momentum across the league. Fantasy analysts flagged unusually hot and cold espn.com shooting starts that may or may not be sustainable.
Game Recap
Tampa Bay beat Detroit 4-2 on Tuesday, and fans welcomed Kucherov espn.com back to home ice with a show of support.
Coming Up
Thursday's slate includes Predators at Avalanche espn.com and Hurricanes at Islanders, along with nine other games. Blue Jackets and Sabres, plus Sharks and Wild, face off tonight espn.com, with Ducks and Flames also on the card.
General Sports
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 5:20 AM ET
College Basketball
Michigan upset No. 2 UConn espn.com in what is the program's highest-ranked win ever. UConn's Silas DeMary Jr. and Braylon Mullins redeemed themselves espn.com in the title game rematch, while the reigning champion Michigan Wolverines face a chaotic offseason espn.com as they attempt to repeat. Jay Bilas has released his Bilas Index espn.com ranking the best 65 men's teams for 2026-27.
Saint Louis forward Robbie Avila received an injunction espn.com to play a fifth season, a ruling that follows an appeals court decision espn.com favoring the NCAA in its fight over five-year eligibility.
Women's College Basketball
No. 9 LSU cruised to a 131-22 win espn.com over Texas Southern, the largest win in Division I history. Players from New Mexico State and Northwestern State made layups for the wrong team espn.com in a bizarre moment. ESPN ranked the 50 best players espn.com in the women's college game.
College Football
The SEC is weighing a luxury tax espn.com on programs that spend beyond the $21.3M player cap. Missouri quarterback Austin Simmons re-signed espn.com through 2027 as his NFL draft stock rises. Texas running back Hollywood Smothers is out for the season espn.com with a torn MCL, adding to the Longhorns' injury woes. Alabama will get three injured starters back espn.com for its pivotal clash with LSU. Tennessee's dark mode uniforms espn.com led the Week 10 rankings, and ESPN's panel previewed the marquee slate espn.com including Canes-Irish and the Holy War. Nos. 1 and 2 face shakeups espn.com with four regular-season weeks left, and the top 40 freshmen espn.com were updated.
Rugby
Ireland ran in six tries bbc.co.uk to beat Argentina 42-12, with Hugo Keenan scoring a hat-trick, though Andy Farrell lamented a lack of ruthlessness bbc.co.uk. Fly-half Fin Smith is fit bbc.co.uk to start for England against Australia. Scotland host New Zealand bbc.co.uk in a historic test, and Wales open a pivotal month bbc.co.uk against Japan. England hooker Jamie George said the squad are "really upset" bbc.co.uk by a newspaper report on a rift with the coaching staff. In the Premiership Rugby Cup, Northampton beat Leicester bbc.co.uk and keep their semi-final hopes alive. Wheelchair World Cup champions England topped their group bbc.co.uk on the way to the semi-finals. The RFU's Bill Sweeney confirmed bbc.co.uk the WRU has formally asked to join the Anglo-Welsh league.
Golf
Rory McIlroy fired a 63 bbc.co.uk to move into contention at the Abu Dhabi Championship after recovering from a two-shot penalty. The collapse of LIV Golf raises questions espn.com about where its top players go next, and Lee Westwood warned bbc.co.uk the DP World Tour could face hardball from the PGA Tour.
Tennis
Carlos Alcaraz saved two match points bbc.co.uk to beat Taylor Fritz at the Paris Masters, sending Jodar through to the ATP Finals. Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers discussed their relationship espn.com on a podcast.
Pro Wrestling
WWE's Roman Reigns and Sami Zayn renew their rivalry espn.com at Crown Jewel, and ESPN's panel predicted the top moments espn.com on Saturday's card.
Boxing & Other Sport
Joshua Buatsi was booed at the weigh-in bbc.co.uk by Willy Hutchinson's supporters ahead of their world title bout. Afghan women cricketers condemned bbc.co.uk being overlooked by the APL, and an amateur cricketer was banned for two years bbc.co.uk over the Clicky Ponting scandal. Wrexham chief executive Williamson departed bbc.co.uk after two years.
NBA & WNBA
Rookies are standing out early in the NBA season, according to ESPN's rookie watch espn.com. The inaugural WTGL season begins Sunday espn.com, and Paige Bueckers is part of the Wings' story.
Coming Up
The WTA Finals preview espn.com asks whether Coco Gauff or Jessica Pegula can win the title. The Wales-Japan match kicks off bbc.co.uk the pivotal Welsh month, and Scotland host New Zealand bbc.co.uk in a historic test.