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×Formula 1
Last updated: November 8, 2026, 11:10 PM ET
Brazilian GP Result
Lando Norris autosport.com took his third win of 2026 in mixed conditions at the Brazilian Grand Prix, and Mercedes clinched the constructors' title on the same afternoon. The race was marked by several penalties, with Charles Leclerc autosport.com handed a five-second penalty after a clash with Liam Lawson, while Kimi Antonelli and Oliver Bearman were also punished.
Antonelli's Setback
Antonelli blamed car instability autosport.com for the spin that cost him the win, describing the episode as "weird" and vowing to set his frustration aside to celebrate Mercedes' title.
Qualifying Challenges
Wet conditions made qualifying a difficult affair, with the session stretching autosport.com for one hour and 23 minutes. Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen started from 20th and 21st on the grid, leaving them with a recovery autosport.com to mount.
Football/Soccer
Last updated: November 9, 2026, 12:21 AM ET
Premier League
Manchester United fought back skysports.com to salvage a chaotic 4-4 draw with Aston Villa at Old Trafford, scoring twice in stoppage time, but the result leaves them in the relegation zone and a 40-year low for the club. Michael Carrick insisted espn.com there is enough evidence that he should keep his job, while Carrick backed Diogo Dalot espn.com after the defender was booed by his own fans. Unai Emery explained skysports.com why he left the Villa dugout for the tunnel before full-time.
Brighton moved up skysports.com to second in the table after a 2-0 win over 10-man Brentford, leapfrogging Manchester City, and the result has raised questions over whether they can challenge Arsenal bbc.co.uk for the title. Manchester City slumped espn.com to a third straight Premier League defeat after Nottingham Forest won at the City Ground. Chelsea lost 1-0 skysports.com to Sunderland, who moved off the bottom, and Enzo Le Fée's penalty was the difference. Alisson returned to his best skysports.com in Liverpool's win, and Florian Wirtz scored his first Premier League goal espn.com of the season in the 3-1 victory at Crystal Palace. Pierre Sage is in serious danger bbc.co.uk of losing his job at Palace, with Thomas Frank emerging skysports.com as a leading candidate. Bournemouth recorded skysports.com eight straight wins in all competitions after a 1-0 victory at Ipswich.
La Liga
Fermín López scored twice espn.com as Barcelona came from behind to beat Atlético Madrid 2-1, going clear at the top of La Liga. Diego Simeone backed Julián Álvarez espn.com to find his form despite the forward's misses in the defeat. Mourinho praised espn.com a happy Real Madrid dressing room after their eighth straight win.
Serie A and Other Europe
Christian Pulisic scored espn.com as AC Milan bounced back from a shock Europa League defeat with a win over Genoa. In Scotland, Celtic restored skysports.com their four-point lead at the top of the Premiership with a 1-0 win over Kilmarnock. Falkirk thumped skysports.com Hearts 5-2 to end their 18-month unbeaten home record and move up to third. Chengdu Rongcheng blew bbc.co.uk a 12-point lead to miss out on the Chinese Super League title on the final day. Boca Juniors edged espn.com Rosario Central to win the Argentine title after a celebration blunder by Central.
MLS and NWSL
Lionel Messi became espn.com the first player to win back-to-back MLS Golden Boot awards. Nashville broke espn.com Miami's single-season MLS points record after reaching 77 points. The Philadelphia Union clinched espn.com a playoff berth behind goals from brothers Cavan and Quinn Sullivan. In the NWSL quarterfinals, Trinity Rodman scored twice espn.com as the Washington Spirit routed Portland 4-1, Gotham FC edged espn.com past Seattle on a poor pitch, and Kansas City Current beat espn.com Angel City on a penalty that Angel City described as "tremendously cheap." Jess Fishlock retired espn.com after 14 seasons with the Reign.
Coming Up
Gio Reyna's latest injury leaves him out espn.com of the USMNT's Nations League squad. Marc Guehi faces a scan bbc.co.uk on a hip complaint, with England's Nations League matches in doubt.
NBA Basketball
Last updated: November 9, 2026, 12:21 AM ET
Star Performances
Luka Doncic poured in espn.com a season-high 53 points in a 124-118 Lakers win over the Trail Blazers, pushing his scoring average past. Stephen Curry passed LeBron espn.com with his 16th late-career 40-point game, scoring 17 of his 41 points in the final seven minutes of an overtime win over the Magic. Trae Young returned to Atlanta espn.com and posted a double-double, though the Wizards still lost to the Hawks.
Injuries and Availability
Luka Doncic was scratched espn.com from Sunday's game against the Pistons with lower back tightness. Jalen Duren will miss at least two more weeks with a hamstring injury. Charlotte's Kon Knueppel is out espn.com at least four weeks with a left hamstring strain. The Nuggets listed all five starters as questionable against the Rockets after plane delays leaving Mexico City. Kristaps Porzingis will step away espn.com from the NBA to prioritize his health.
Trades and Roster Moves
The Thunder acquired espn.com 2025 first-round pick Nique Clifford from the Kings in a trade that ESPN graded as a C- for Sacramento. The deal was among the season's biggest espn.com transactions so far.
76ers and Celtics
Jaylen Brown said it was nothing to talk about espn.com when asked about Jayson Tatum ahead of Philadelphia's game against Boston. Philadelphia has surged to an 8-1 start, with LeBron James and Tyrese Maxey leading the charge espn.com. James managed just eight points in his return to Cleveland as the 76ers lost. Brown's on-court impact with Boston has been examined espn.com through advanced stats ahead of the matchup.
Off the Court
A man was arrested espn.com on stalking charges at LeBron James' Brentwood, California, home on Friday night. The Knicks defended Taylor Swift espn.com after Kolek and McBride criticized her as a performative fan.
Fantasy Watch
Ty Jerome has emerged espn.com as a fantasy breakout, and analysts are weighing whether his strong start is sustainable.
Coming Up
The 76ers and Celtics meet next espn.com, with Brown's comments already drawing attention. Jalen Duren will be sidelined for at least two more weeks.
NFL Football
Last updated: November 9, 2026, 12:21 AM ET
Injuries & Health Updates
Lamar Jackson plans to return espn.com this season after thumb surgery, sources told ESPN. Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is in jeopardy espn.com of missing Week 10 against the Raiders. Rams receiver Puka Nacua heads for tests espn.com on his knee, with the initial belief that his ACL is intact. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert will undergo testing espn.com after exiting a 44-22 loss to the Texans with a finger injury. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes avoided serious damage espn.com after an MRI on his right elbow came back clear. Broncos receiver Jaylen Waddle and cornerback Riley Moss both suffered concussions espn.com in a 26-21 win over the Panthers. Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy said he will be fine espn.com after a big hit injured his hip.
Week 9 Results & Key Games
Denver's replay challenge flipped the whole game espn.com, leading to a key interception in a 26-21 victory. The Bears rolled past espn.com the Buccaneers after two early touchdowns. The Jets unraveled espn.com during a 35-12 loss in Kansas City, extending their losing streak to four games. Cincinnati's Joe Burrow strengthened his MVP case espn.com with a Week 9 win. Caleb Williams planted himself firmly espn.com in the 2026 MVP conversation, with the Bears favored in their matchups. Cee Dee Lamb and Kenneth Walker III came up big espn.com in Week 9 fantasy play, while Jahmyr Gibbs and Jonathan Taylor disappointed.
Coaching & Front Office
Chiefs coach Andy Reid deferred a decision espn.com on kicker Harrison Butker's future after another missed field goal drew boos at Arrowhead. Eagles coach Nick Sirianni did not rule out espn.com staff changes during the bye, following Philadelphia's seventh straight loss. Giants vice president Chris Mara admitted concerns espn.com about McCarthy's maturity before the draft. Browns coach Todd Monken said he was proud espn.com of Shedeur Sanders' performance in Cleveland's loss to the Saints, but sidestepped questions about the quarterback position.
Trade Deadline Watch
Dak Prescott said the current Cowboys espn.com have enough talent to make the playoffs, even as Jerry Jones indicated no deal is on the horizon. The Colts engaged in trade talks espn.com with multiple teams involving quarterback Daniel Jones, while Indianapolis weighs a possible Jonathan Taylor deal. The Giants pulled a recent offer espn.com for Taylor, though coach John Harbaugh said things do change. Josh Downs voiced frustration espn.com over multiple drops in Indianapolis's loss as the deadline approaches. The Patriots face limited options espn.com at the deadline due to cap constraints. Vikings receiver Jauan Jennings rebuffed a return espn.com to the 49ers, saying he loves where he is.
Around the League
Rams defensive end Myles Garrett recorded three sacks espn.com in his return to the field for Los Angeles. The Saints poked fun at Shedeur Sanders espn.com after their Week 9 win. The "Peanut Punch" technique, popularized by Charles Tillman 14 years ago, has spread across the NFL espn.com. Hall of Fame linebacker Jack Ham is in stable condition espn.com after a medical emergency. Rob Gronkowski was inducted espn.com into the Patriots Hall of Fame, capping the ceremony with his trademark spike. Cowboys receiver George Pickens and cornerback Joey Porter were ruled out espn.com for Dallas's game against the Colts.
Coming Up
The Bengals face the Falcons espn.com in Madrid, a matchup that brings former Bengals safety Jessie Bates III back to face his old team. The Buccaneers and Bears meet on Sunday Night Football espn.com. The NFL trade deadline arrives Tuesday espn.com, with several teams in active talks before the cutoff.
MLB Baseball
Last updated: November 8, 2026, 5:30 PM ET
Labor & League Business
Pedro Martinez urged both sides espn.com to find a deal and avoid a work stoppage, telling players and owners to "get something done." The Mets also re-signed right-hander Robert Stock espn.com, a 36-year-old veteran, to a one-year contract.
Coaching Moves
The Mariners are set to hire espn.com Yankees catching coach and field coordinator Tanner Swanson as their bench coach, according to sources.
Injuries & Roster Updates
Arizona's Corbin Carroll underwent elbow surgery espn.com this week and is expected to be ready for spring training. Reliever Jyun-Yue Tseng, a 25-year-old right-hander who posted 25 saves, will enter MLB's posting system espn.com.
Off the Field
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 club. A witness in the Clase pitch-betting case testified espn.com that the inside information he relied on dried up amid fallout from the Mizuhara case.
Offseason Outlook
Both New York clubs fell short of their 2026 goals, and their roster needs espn.com for 2027, including a bullpen overhaul in the Bronx and a possible run at Tarik Skubal in Queens, are now the focus.
Coming Up
Spring training is the next milestone for Corbin Carroll, who is expected to be ready espn.com by then. The labor talks Martinez referenced remain unresolved espn.com, with a lockout a possibility.
NHL Hockey
Last updated: November 8, 2026, 5:30 PM ET
Panthers and Capitals
Washington's Tom Wilson was assessed a game misconduct espn.com after a hit that left Florida forward Sandis Vilmanis shaken up.
League Power Rankings
The Carolina Hurricanes remain atop the updated poll espn.com, though a notable shake-up has reshaped the top five.
Sunday Schedule
A full slate of six games is on tap, with previews and betting information espn.com available for each matchup.
Coming Up
The Sunday slate of six games espn.com is set to begin.
General Sports
Last updated: November 9, 2026, 12:21 AM ET
College Football Playoff Race
Georgia returned to No. 1 espn.com in the AP Top 25 for the second time this season, while Ohio State slid to No. 21 espn.com after its second straight regular-season defeat. Georgia dominated Ole Miss 42-7, with the Bulldogs finally containing quarterback Trinidad Chambliss espn.com. Ryan Day acknowledged that Ohio State must weather the storm espn.com after a 41-28 loss to Oregon, and the Buckeyes' struggles are documented in key numbers espn.com from the defeat. Notre Dame dethroned No. 1 Miami espn.com 31-24, with Freeman's performance strengthening the Irish's playoff case. Mario Cristobal was beyond upset espn.com after officials denied Miami a tying touchdown. Analysts have projected the top 12 espn.com following the week's shakeup, and everything remains up for grabs espn.com in the race.
Coaching Changes
Michigan fired offensive coordinator Jason Beck espn.com a day after a 15-6 loss to Michigan State, seeking a change in leadership on offense. Purdue fired defensive coordinator Kevin Kane espn.com nine games into his second stint after allowing 27 second-half points against Maryland. NC State has identified Philip Rivers espn.com as a top coaching candidate, according to sources.
Oklahoma and Florida
Jason Witten made a strong debut espn.com as Oklahoma's offensive playcaller, with the Sooners beating Florida 23-7. Five-star offensive tackle Mark Matthews decommitted from Texas A&M espn.com, with Miami reportedly in the mix. Army unveiled camouflage uniforms espn.com honoring Ivy Soldiers ahead of the Navy game.
NASCAR and Golf
Kyle Larson won the Cup title espn.com at Homestead, becoming the first back-to-back champion since 2010. Blades Brown, became the youngest PGA Tour winner espn.com since 1938 in Mexico. Jon Rahm's post-LIV life began with a win espn.com at the Abu Dhabi Championship, his first European Tour title in four years. Shuri Sakuma cruised to a four-shot victory espn.com at the Japan Classic for her first LPGA Tour title.
Formula 1
Lando Norris won the Sao Paulo Grand Prix bbc.co.uk despite a firework mishap on the podium. BBC commentator Harry Benjamin rated the drivers' performances bbc.co.uk in the wet conditions, praising Verstappen's recovery.
Rugby and Other Sports
England beat Australia 45-22 bbc.co.uk at Twickenham, with Immanuel Feyi-Waboso shining in the first half bbc.co.uk. Reece Walsh scored a hat-trick bbc.co.uk as Australia thrashed Samoa 44-12 to reach the Men's Rugby League World Cup final. Wales beat Japan bbc.co.uk in the Nations Championship opener, though questions remain about their form. Carlos Alcaraz won his first Paris Masters title bbc.co.uk with a win over Ben Shelton. Marc Marquez finished second in Qatar bbc.co.uk, missing a chance at a record-equalling eighth title. Derry City's Darragh Burns scored the winning goal bbc.co.uk in the FAI Cup final.
Coming Up
Blades Brown remains espn.com on the PGA Tour schedule, with more events ahead. Michigan's search for a new offensive coordinator continues espn.com after Jason Beck's firing.