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×Formula 1
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Qualifying Chaos in Brazil
Wet conditions turned qualifying for the Brazilian Grand Prix upside down, with McLaren's Lando Norris autosport.com claiming pole ahead of George Russell. Russell's frustration was evident, and his anger autosport.com stemmed from the session's conditions despite the grid penalty he already faced.
Penalties Reshape the Grid
The grid has been heavily reshuffled after Lewis Hamilton autosport.com was set to start from the back following a new penalty. Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen autosport.com were all hit with grid penalties ahead of the race.
Practice Form
Verstappen topped the final practice session autosport.com ahead of Andrea Kimi Antonelli, while Hamilton suffered mechanical trouble during the session.
Calendar News
Formula 1 has extended its deal autosport.com to keep the Brazilian Grand Prix on the calendar through at least 2035 with a fresh Sao Paulo agreement.
Team News
At Haas, Ayao Komatsu said the decision to drop Esteban Ocon autosport.com surprised everyone in the team after a disagreement following the Mexico Grand Prix.
Coming Up
The Brazilian Grand Prix race itself is still to come, with the grid set by the penalties and qualifying order autosport.com now confirmed.
Football/Soccer
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Premier League Title Race
Arsenal edged past Hull bbc.co.uk 1-0 to move six points clear at the top, with Martin Ødegaard's goal sparing the side further VAR embarrassment. Mikel Arteta urged more creativity espn.com afterwards, saying the team must stop chasing the "perfect goal" and look for more threat in the final third. Arsenal's five straight 1-0 wins espn.com have been built on defensive solidity rather than attacking fluency.
Manchester City's title hopes took a blow bbc.co.uk as Nottingham Forest won 3-1 at the City Ground, with Liam Delap scoring twice. The defeat was City's third straight league loss espn.com after a perfect start, and Enzo Maresca's side now face a stern test in the title race. Delap's double ended Forest's goal drought skysports.com in style, and Oliver Glasner's celebrations suggested the result could be a turning point for the home side.
Tottenham are preparing a complaint bbc.co.uk to the Professional Referees Association after Leeds' Bogle escaped a red card in a 1-0 defeat, with Roberto De Zerbi criticizing his side's performance as well.
Manchester United Crisis
Manchester United have slipped into the relegation zone espn.com, a stark 40-year low that has intensified questions over Michael Carrick's position as head coach. Carrick is hanging on espn.com, but the club faces a difficult decision about whether to back him or move on, and some observers have asked whether an elite manager espn.com could reverse the slide. Carrick defended captain Bruno Fernandes bbc.co.uk, insisting his commitment remains as strong as ever. Unai Emery said Manchester United espn.com are at the same level as Barcelona ahead of Aston Villa's visit, a comment that sits awkwardly alongside United's current form.
Scottish Football
Aberdeen boss Jimmy Robinson faces mounting pressure bbc.co.uk after a 4-0 home defeat to fellow strugglers Hibernian, a result described as unacceptable. Rangers won 2-0 at St Mirren skysports.com to move one point behind leaders Celtic, ending a winless run on the road. Scotland recalled Ryan Porteous bbc.co.uk to the squad for their Nations League fixtures after Stephen Welsh withdrew.
Europe and Other Leagues
Real Madrid recorded an eighth straight win espn.com, with Arda Güler's goal drawing them level with Barcelona, and José Mourinho praised the dressing room espn.com despite the celebrations' questionable soundtrack. Bayern Munich beat Mainz 2-1 espn.com, with Harry Kane registering two assists, while Bayern are still pursuing espn.com Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha. Liverpool are also reportedly considering a move bbc.co.uk for Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen.
In the MLS, Nashville broke Miami's single-season points record espn.com after reaching 77 points. In the NWSL, Angel City lost to Kansas City Current espn.com on a penalty, a decision the club called "tremendously cheap," while Gotham FC could be forced to move espn.com a potential semifinal because of stadium conflicts. In the WSL, Khadija Shaw struck a hat-trick skysports.com as Manchester City beat West Ham 5-0.
Off the pitch, Gianni Infantino secured Caribbean backing espn.com for his FIFA re-election bid, while the Argentine Football Association plans to appeal bbc.co.uk FIFA's sanctions at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Schools voted down espn.com a proposed two-semester men's college soccer schedule, and a National League South match between Folkestone Invicta and Truro City was abandoned bbc.co.uk after a player collapsed in the warm-up. Newport County were halted bbc.co.uk by alleged homophobic chants during their cup tie.
FA Cup and Lower Leagues
Non-league Altrincham are targeting bbc.co.uk another FA Cup giant-killing against Notts County, and BBC commentator Steve Bower described the fog-hit conditions bbc.co.uk as the worst of his 35-year career. Derby County ended a winless run bbc.co.uk with a victory over Bolton, with John Eustace credited for keeping his composure.
Coming Up
The Premier League title race resumes espn.com as Tottenham travel to Leeds. Chelsea host Manchester City bbc.co.uk in the WSL next week, with the title race tightening. Barcelona face Atlético Madrid espn.com this week, with Diego Simeone confirming Julián Álvarez is available.
NBA Basketball
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Lakers and Luka Doncic
Luka Doncic espn.com poured in a season-high 53 points in a 124-118 Lakers win over the Trail Blazers, pushing his scoring average past 40 as Los Angeles rolled.
Wembanyama and the Spurs
Victor Wembanyama espn.com recorded career highs of 52 points and 24 rebounds, drawing MVP chants from the crowd and predicting even more to come.
76ers and LeBron James
LeBron James espn.com managed just eight points in a Philadelphia loss in his return to Cleveland as an opponent. Elsewhere, Philly's 8-1 start espn.com has been fueled by LeBron's fit alongside Tyrese Maxey's heroics. Looking back, LeBron's first Philly game espn.com came more than two decades ago at the Palestra.
Warriors
Kristaps Porzingis will step away espn.com from the NBA to prioritize his health. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg surprised his mother espn.com with a new home in California, fulfilling a lifelong goal.
Off the Court
A man was arrested on stalking charges espn.com at LeBron James' Brentwood home on Friday night. LeBron's representatives also moved to stop the Bron AI sports betting app espn.com from using his likeness. Former NBA player Ed Davis is expected to plead guilty espn.com in a federal sports betting case.
Trade Rumors and Fantasy
Doc Rivers said Giannis Antetokounmpo was playing games espn.com when he tried to leave the Bucks. In fantasy, Andre Snellings weighs whether to trade for Ty Jerome espn.com after his breakout start.
Media and Seattle
The Knicks defended Taylor Swift espn.com after Kolek and McBride called her a performative fan. Jamal Crawford said a potential NBA return to Seattle feels different espn.com this time.
Trae Young
Trae Young faced his former team in Atlanta, calling the experience cool espn.com despite a Wizards loss to the Hawks.
NFL Football
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Trade Deadline Watch
The NFL trade deadline arrives Tuesday, and talks are heating up across the league. Multiple teams espn.com have been in serious discussions as the clock winds down. The Colts are weighing a deal for running back Jonathan Taylor, and Indianapolis has also engaged espn.com in talks involving quarterback Daniel Jones. Baltimore, however, is not expected to move espn.com Derrick Henry before the deadline. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler has circulated expert proposals for Pollard and Woolen espn.com, while Dan Barnwell weighed in on which contenders should act espn.com.
Week 9 Previews and Picks
Week 9 features 14 games, and ESPN's guide breaks down every matchup espn.com with predictions and picks. The expert panel also made 15 predictions espn.com covering quarterback controversy in Minnesota and the Browns' chances against the Saints. Fantasy managers can find help in last-minute pickups espn.com such as Malik Washington and JJ McCarthy. Saquon Barkley and Breece Hall are expected to suit up espn.com according to the latest inactives reports.
Bengals and Falcons in Madrid
Cincinnati faces Atlanta in Madrid, a game that stirs mixed feelings espn.com for the Bengals given the team's time without safety Jessie Bates III. Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, meanwhile, is using his day off to visit the Prado museum espn.com in Spain.
Saints, Browns and Injury Updates
New Orleans activated espn.com rookie receiver Jordyn Tyson and left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. ahead of their matchup with Cleveland. The Browns will start Shedeur Sanders espn.com at quarterback while Deshaun Watson remains in concussion protocol. In Seattle, newly acquired guard Quenton Nelson will undergo a minor knee procedure espn.com, and Sam Darnold has been ruled out. New England running back Tre Veyon Henderson reported that tests came back reassuring espn.com after he experienced unexplained neurological symptoms.
Around the League
Hall of Fame linebacker Jack Ham is in stable condition espn.com following a medical emergency. Rob Gronkowski was inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame espn.com, capping the ceremony with his trademark spike. In San Francisco, Brandon Aiyuk met with the 49ers espn.com and says he is back to full strength and seeking reinstatement. Jauan Jennings, now with Minnesota, said he turned down a trade espn.com back to San Francisco, saying "I love where I'm at." Former receiver Antonio Brown avoided jail time espn.com in his 2025 shooting case, receiving three years' probation.
Eagles Under Pressure
With nine games remaining, Philadelphia's season is in trouble after a six-game skid, and coach Nick Sirianni faces questions about whether he is the right leader espn.com for a flat, struggling operation.
Coming Up
The trade deadline closes Tuesday espn.com, with the Colts' Taylor decision still open. Week 9 kicks off with the game in Madrid, where the Bengals face the Falcons espn.com.
MLB Baseball
Last updated: November 7, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
MLB Front Office & Coaching Moves
The Mariners are hiring Tanner Swanson espn.com, currently the Yankees' catching coach and field coordinator, as their new bench coach. The Mets, meanwhile, have re-signed Robert Stock espn.com, a 36-year-old right-hander, to a one-year contract.
Pitching Prospects & Roster Notes
Reliever Jyun-Yue Tseng, a 25-year-old right-hander who went 5-3 with 25 saves, is entering MLB's posting system espn.com. Louis Varland, Andy Pages and several others are among the Super 2 players espn.com eligible for salary arbitration.
Injury Report
Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll underwent elbow surgery espn.com this week and is expected to be ready for spring training.
Off-Field Issues
The Blue Jays distanced themselves espn.com from a series of anti-Muslim videos posted by outfielder Anthony Santander, stating the posts do not represent the team. A witness in the Clase pitch-betting case testified that inside information dried up espn.com amid fallout from the Mizuhara case. Five former umpires have filed suit espn.com over their retirement plan, claiming they are owed money, with their lawyer saying the amount exceeds $ the figure cited in the filing.
Coming Up
Arbitration-eligible players will go to hearings espn.com if they and their clubs cannot agree on salaries.
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, 10:40 PM ET
College Football
Texas pokes fun at Missouri espn.com in a week of top postgame jabs, while Steve Sarkisian lauds the Longhorns espn.com after a 34-20 win over Missouri. Utah remained unbeaten espn.com at 9-0 with a win over No. 9 BYU in the first-ever Holy War between two top-10 teams. Arizona survived a late scare espn.com, recovering an onside kick to set up a 37-yard field goal that edged TCU 29-28.
At Nebraska, Matt Rhule fired offensive coordinator espn.com Dana Holgorsen amid a four-game losing streak. Florida State interim coach Rick Stockstill savored his first win espn.com, ending the Seminoles' road skid. Ohio State dropped its second straight espn.com regular-season game, and Illinois coach Bielema argued espn.com his team would be a top-15 side in the SEC. BYU running back LJ Martin returns from an ankle injury espn.com to face Utah.
Basketball
UConn guards Silas DeMary Jr. and Braylon Mullins redeemed themselves espn.com in a rematch with Michigan. The NCAA won a significant appeal espn.com on its five-year eligibility rule. Jay Bilas ranked the best 65 men's teams espn.com for 2026-27, while the reigning champion Michigan faces a turbulent offseason espn.com as it attempts to repeat. ESPN also profiled the top 50 espn.com women's college players.
Boxing & Combat Sports
Willy Hutchinson beat Buatsi bbc.co.uk to win the WBC light-heavyweight title. Former cruiserweight champion Chris Billam-Smith was stopped bbc.co.uk by Chev Clarke in a London upset. In WWE, Roman Reigns and Sami Zayn renew their rivalry espn.com at Crown Jewel, and Cody Rhodes's possible heel turn espn.com is drawing attention. Donald Trump offered the White House press secretary role espn.com to UFC boss Dana White.
Motorsport & Golf
Lando Norris took pole bbc.co.uk for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix in wet conditions. Verstappen, Hamilton and Leclerc face grid penalties bbc.co.uk in Brazil. Jon Rahm leads the Abu Dhabi Championship bbc.co.uk by one shot. LIV Golf is shutting down espn.com, raising questions about where its top players go next.
Tennis
World number one Elena Rybakina withdrew bbc.co.uk from the WTA Finals while defending her title. Carlos Alcaraz beat Ruud bbc.co.uk to set up a Paris Masters final rematch with Ben Shelton.
Rugby
Wales beat Japan 28-21 bbc.co.uk but captain Dewi Lake admitted bbc.co.uk the team let itself down. Scotland were beaten heavily bbc.co.uk by the All Blacks, and captain Sione Tuipulotu took full responsibility bbc.co.uk. New Zealand reached the Women's World Cup final bbc.co.uk with a 32-0 win over Samoa, and Kalyn Ponga's comeback bbc.co.uk helped the Kiwis in rugby league. Ireland was praised bbc.co.uk by Conor Murray after their win over Argentina.
Cricket, Football & Other
England's Josh Tongue is ruled out bbc.co.uk of the Australia white-ball tour with a toe injury. Plymouth cruised past bbc.co.uk Alvechurch into the FA Cup second round. Linfield beat Coleraine 3-0 bbc.co.uk to move into the top. Kyren Wilson won the International Championship bbc.co.uk by beating John Higgins. The NCAA's rule debate continues as players from New Mexico State and Northwestern State made layups for the wrong team espn.com in a bizarre moment.
Coming Up
Brazil's Sao Paulo Grand Prix follows the qualifying session bbc.co.uk with Norris on pole. Alcaraz and Shelton meet in the Paris Masters final bbc.co.uk. Hutchinson and Buatsi face a rematch bbc.co.uk in Manchester on Saturday.