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×Formula 1
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 3:40 PM ET
Hamilton's Penalty Setback
Lewis Hamilton autosport.com will start the Brazilian Grand Prix from the back of the grid after taking a new penalty. The setback continues a difficult weekend that also saw him suffer mechanical trouble autosport.com in Free Practice.
Practice and Penalties
Max Verstappen autosport.com edged out Kimi Antonelli to set the fastest time in FP3. Hamilton is not alone in facing sanctions, as Charles Leclerc and Verstappen autosport.com will also serve grid penalties at the Interlagos round.
Haas Driver Change
Haas has reportedly dropped Esteban Ocon autosport.com following a disagreement after the Mexico Grand Prix. Team principal Ayao Komatsu said the decision surprised the squad.
Calendar News
Formula 1 has extended its commitment autosport.com to the Brazilian Grand Prix, keeping the Sao Paulo race on the calendar until at least 2035.
Coming Up
The Brazilian Grand Prix takes place at Interlagos autosport.com, with Hamilton starting from the back of the grid.
Football/Soccer
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 3:50 PM ET
Premier League Results
Arsenal edged past Hull bbc.co.uk 1-0 thanks to a Martin Ødegaard strike, moving six points clear at the top of the table. Mikel Arteta urged his side espn.com to stop chasing the perfect goal, even as the win kept them relentless. Elsewhere, Nottingham Forest ended a goal drought skysports.com in style, with Liam Delap scoring twice in a 3-1 win that handed Manchester City a third straight Premier League defeat. Everton came from behind espn.com to beat Coventry 3-1, with Thierno Barry scoring a brace to push them into fifth. Leeds edged out bbc.co.uk Tottenham 1-0, and Roberto de Zerbi criticised his side's performance bbc.co.uk after the defeat. Derby ended a winless run bbc.co.uk with a comeback win over Bolton, easing pressure on John Eustace.
Women's Super League
Manchester City thrashed West Ham 5-0 skysports.com, with Khadija Shaw completing a hat-trick as the champions tightened their grip on the title race. Chelsea and City meet next week bbc.co.uk in a showdown that could define the championship.
Manchester United and Management Questions
Manchester United's season has reached a crossroads espn.com, with Michael Carrick's position under scrutiny. Fitness concerns have also been raised espn.com, as United rank poorly in running metrics across the league. Aston Villa boss Unai Emery described United espn.com as being at the same level as Barcelona ahead of their upcoming clash.
International and Transfer News
Gio Reyna withdrew from espn.com the USMNT camp with injury, with Jack McGlynn called up as his replacement. Scotland called up Ryan Porteous bbc.co.uk after Stephen Welsh dropped out. Argentina will take bbc.co.uk their FIFA bans appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after FIFA rejected earlier appeals. Gianni Infantino received backing espn.com from the Caribbean Football Union for his re-election bid, while FIFA's chief legal officer stepped down espn.com in the second high-profile departure. Diego Simeone confirmed espn.com that Julián Álvarez is ready for the Barcelona clash. Bayern Munich remain interested espn.com in Liverpool's Rio Ngumoha, while Manchester United received a boost skysports.com in their pursuit of Barcelona left-back Balde.
Europe and Tennis Cross-Over
Harry Kane registered two assists espn.com as Bayern beat Mainz 2-1. Taylor Fritz missed out skysports.com on the ATP Finals after squandering match points against Carlos Alcaraz, who reached the Paris Masters final skysports.com.
Coming Up
Chelsea host Manchester City bbc.co.uk in the WSL next week. Liverpool and Man United face Aston Villa and Barcelona in upcoming fixtures, with the Barcelona clash espn.com featuring Julián Álvarez.
NBA Basketball
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 3:50 PM ET
Lakers and LeBron's Return
LeBron James' return to Cleveland was a quiet one, as the 76ers fell to the Cavaliers espn.com with James managing just eight points in his third return to his former city in a different uniform. Looking back, James holds a 9-4 record espn.com against Cleveland with averages of 29.6 points. 5 rebounds and 6.9 assists. Philadelphia's fast start has drawn attention, and LeBron's fit alongside Maxey espn.com has helped the 76ers reach an 8-1 record. Reflecting on his earlier days, LeBron's first Philly game espn.com at the Palestra more than two decades ago won over the city's fans.
The Lakers continued their strong run, with Luka Doncic scoring 53 points espn.com in a 124-118 win over the Bucks and pushing his scoring average past. Los Angeles also sent Bronny James espn.com to its G League affiliate despite the team's 7-2 start.
Standout Performances
Victor Wembanyama posted career highs espn.com of 52 points and 24 rebounds in a Spurs win, drawing MVP chants from the crowd. In Atlanta, Trae Young recorded a double-double espn.com on his return to face the Hawks, though Washington still lost. Fantasy managers are also weighing whether Ty Jerome's breakout espn.com is sustainable.
League News and Off-Court Developments
Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis will step away espn.com from the NBA to prioritize his health. Former NBA player Ed Davis is expected to plead guilty espn.com in a federal sports betting case. A man was arrested on stalking charges espn.com at LeBron James' Brentwood home on Friday night. James' representatives have also moved to stop a sports betting app from using his likeness espn.com without authorization. Doc Rivers said Giannis Antetokounmpo espn.com was playing games when he tried to leave the Bucks. Retired star Jamal Crawford said the NBA's potential return espn.com to Seattle feels different this time. The Knicks defended Taylor Swift espn.com after Kolek and McBride called her performative.
Coming Up
Philadelphia continues its road trip espn.com with LeBron's fit under the microscope as the team looks to extend its 8-1 start.
NFL Football
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 3:50 PM ET
Browns Quarterback Situation
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is out of the concussion protocol but remains questionable espn.com for Sunday's matchup against the Saints. Cleveland has named Shedeur Sanders espn.com the starter, marking his first career start, and a closer look espn.com at the opportunity lays out three areas where the second-year quarterback can show growth.
Saints and Week 9 Injury Updates
New Orleans will activate rookie receiver Jordyn Tyson and left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. espn.com for the game against Cleveland. Elsewhere, Giants running back Cam Skattebo is doubtful espn.com against Philadelphia, while Garrison Nabers is expected to be full go. The 49ers will get Nick Bosa back from a calf injury for the first time since Week, and Christian McCaffrey espn.com is good to go on his hamstring. Rams star Myles Garrett is on track to return espn.com against Washington, and the Packers hope to have Micah Parsons back from his ACL injury before Thanksgiving espn.com. Seahawks acquisition Quenton Nelson will undergo a minor knee procedure espn.com, and Patriots running back Tre Veyon Henderson says his tests came back reassuring espn.com after unexplained neurological symptoms.
Week 9 Previews and Fantasy
Denver quarterback Bo Nix is ready to heat up espn.com, and the Rams running back duo and Bengals top two receivers could also make an impact. Saquon Barkley and Breece Hall are expected to play espn.com, and ESPN's experts have made their picks espn.com for Carson Wentz, Tee Higgins and Sauce Gardner. For managers seeking help, Matt Bowen highlights last-minute pickups espn.com such as Malik Washington and JJ McCarthy. A full guide to all 14 games espn.com is also available.
Trade Deadline Activity
Tuesday's deadline is drawing heavy activity, with the Colts engaged in talks espn.com involving Jonathan Taylor and Daniel Jones as multiple teams inquire about the quarterback. Indianapolis is weighing a Taylor trade espn.com as discussions pick up across the league. Derrick Henry is not expected to be dealt espn.com by the reeling Ravens. Barnwell has assessed 18 contenders espn.com on whether they should act, and ESPN's experts have pitched deals espn.com for Pollard and Woolen. Looking back, regrades of last year's deadline espn.com revisit the Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams blockbusters.
Game Results and Standings
Trevor Lawrence led the Jaguars to a 33-10 win espn.com over a short-handed Ravens team that never mounted a challenge. Baltimore has since acquired Jacoby Brissett, and expectations remain realistic espn.com for the spiraling offense. In Philadelphia, Nick Sirianni faces questions after a six-game skid espn.com, and the Cowboys offense has stagnated espn.com despite its star power. Midseason reports on the ten new head coaches are also available espn.com.
Off-Field and Contracts
Former NFL receiver Antonio Brown avoided jail time espn.com and was sentenced to three years' probation in a 2025 Miami shooting case. Brandon Aiyuk met with the 49ers, saying he is back to 100% espn.com and looking to get reinstated. Jerry Jones insisted it is ridiculous espn.com to think the Cowboys won't pay up for a top coach.
Coming Up
The Browns and Saints meet Sunday espn.com, with Cleveland starting Sanders. The NFL trade deadline falls Tuesday espn.com, with Indianapolis weighing a Taylor deal. The Super Bowl will air on ESPN on February 14, 2027 espn.com.
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 7, 2026, 3:50 PM ET
Injuries and Discipline
Washington's Tom Wilson was handed a game misconduct espn.com after a hit that left Panthers forward Sandis Vilmanis shaken up. Florida's Brad Marchand, meanwhile, said Thursday he is optimistic about a quick return espn.com from his knee injury, which he described as less serious than feared. Minnesota's Brock Faber also took the ice again espn.com for the first time since suffering a skull fracture in September.
Roster and Goaltending
The New York Rangers placed goalie James Reimer on waivers espn.com Thursday after just one start. The Edmonton Oilers became the first NHL team to dress a full-time emergency backup goalie espn.com, a move that could reshape how clubs manage their rosters.
League Policy
The PWHL mandated neck guards espn.com for all players beginning this season, a safety measure that applies across the league.
Power Rankings
The latest NHL Power Rankings espn.com keep Carolina at No. 1, though a notable shakeup has occurred in the top five.
Coming Up
Twelve games are on the schedule Saturday, with full previews and broadcast details available here espn.com.
General Sports
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 3:50 PM ET
Tennis
Carlos Alcaraz bbc.co.uk says he is ready for "one of most difficult challenges in tennis" as he sets up a Paris Masters final rematch with Ben Shelton. Alcaraz is seeking revenge espn.com after Shelton beat him earlier this season, and the win over Casper Ruud was his third final since the US Open. Separately, Alcaraz saved two match points bbc.co.uk to beat Taylor Fritz, a result that also helped Jodar reach the ATP Finals.
Golf
Jon Rahm leads bbc.co.uk the Abu Dhabi Championship by one shot over Tyrrell Hatton and Francesca Laporta, with Rory McIlroy close behind. The news that LIV Golf is shutting down espn.com has raised questions about where Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau and Cameron Smith will play next.
Snooker
Kyren Wilson beat bbc.co.uk John Higgins to win the International Championship, claiming the 12th ranking title of his career.
WWE
Roman Reigns and Sami Zayn renew espn.com their rivalry at Crown Jewel in Riyadh, and ESPN's panel predicts espn.com a possible Zayn upset and a Tiffany Stratton cash-in. Live results from the event are available espn.com as the show gets underway.
College Football
Nebraska coach Matt Rhule fired espn.com offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen after the Huskers' fourth straight loss. Arizona recovered espn.com an onside kick and kicked a late field goal to beat TCU 29-28. BYU running back LJ Martin returns espn.com from an ankle injury to face No. 3 Utah. Illinois coach Bret Bielema argued espn.com his team would be a top-15 side in the SEC, pushing back on the initial College Football Playoff rankings. Week 10 features a loaded schedule espn.com, while the country's top teams face espn.com possible shakeups after four weeks of losses. The SEC is considering espn.com a luxury tax on programs that exceed the spending cap on players, and Alabama will get three injured starters espn.com back for the LSU showdown. Missouri QB Austin Simmons has re-signed espn.com through 2027.
Formula 1
Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc face bbc.co.uk grid penalties ahead of the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, where tension between the Ferrari drivers is a major storyline bbc.co.uk.
Rugby Union
Ireland beat bbc.co.uk Argentina 42-12, with Hugo Keenan scoring a hat-trick, though Andy Farrell lamented bbc.co.uk a lack of ruthlessness despite six tries. Former scrum-half Conor Murray says Ireland are going from strength to strength bbc.co.uk. Wales edged bbc.co.uk Japan 28-21 in an unconvincing bonus-point win. Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu took full responsibility bbc.co.uk for the second-half collapse against New Zealand. Northampton beat bbc.co.uk Leicester in the Prem Rugby Cup, keeping their semi-final hopes alive. In the Rugby League World Cup, Kalyn Ponga returned bbc.co.uk 23 days after surgery to lead New Zealand into the final, and the women's side beat bbc.co.uk Samoa 32-0 to reach their final.
Cricket
Josh Tongue is ruled out bbc.co.uk of England's upcoming white-ball tour of Australia with a toe injury.
Boxing
Buatsi and Hutchinson meet bbc.co.uk again for the WBC light-heavyweight title on Saturday in Manchester.
Basketball
UConn avenged espn.com April's title-game loss with a win over Michigan, led by Silas DeMary Jr. and Braylon Mullins. Jay Bilas ranked espn.com the 65 best men's teams for 2026-27, while reigning champion Michigan faces a turbulent offseason espn.com as it attempts to repeat. ESPN also ranked espn.com the 50 best women's college players, and Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers discussed espn.com their past relationship on a podcast. Players from New Mexico State and Northwestern State made layups espn.com for the wrong team.
Other
ESPN examined espn.com four players who have added new dimensions to their games. An appeals court sided espn.com with the NCAA on its five-year eligibility rule. Elif Nur Turhan and Alycia Baumgardner meet espn.com in a bout broken down by two champions.
Coming Up
Alcaraz and Shelton meet bbc.co.uk in the Paris Masters final. Wales face bbc.co.uk a pivotal month of Nations Championship rugby. Buatsi and Hutchinson fight bbc.co.uk for the WBC title on Saturday, and the Sao Paulo Grand Prix begins bbc.co.uk with the penalties in place.