What McLaren was thinking with 'discussed' Piastri pass on Norris in Abu Dhabi GP

Oscar Piastri passed Lando Norris on lap one of Formula 1's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which McLaren says was all part of its plan to defeat championship rival Max Verstappen

Brown "convinced" Piastri will be future F1 champion with McLaren

Oscar Piastri missed out on the 2025 F1 world title to McLaren team-mate Lando Norris at the Abu Dhabi season finale

US senior becomes oldest woman to complete the Ironman World Championship at age 80

At 80, Natalie Grabow completes the Ironman World Championship, proving age is no limit to endurance and determination.

Hamilton plans to bin his phone following nightmare season

The seven-time world champion suffered a career-low season, failing to secure a single podium finish despite early optimism.

New Mercedes front wing offers first look at F1 2026

F1 teams have started running front wings that will be part of F1’s active aerodynamics in 2026. Mercedes’ prototype in Abu Dhabi is particularly eye-catching

Neymar faces knee surgery after Santos survival

The 33-year-old revealed he had played the latter part of the season carrying an injury to his left knee, without providing details.

Brendon McCullum risks infuriating England fans by saying the one thing they didn't want to hear

LAWRENCE BOOTH IN BRISBANE: England turned down the chance to play a two-day pink-ball game in Canberra before the floodlit Test at the Gabba, opting instead for five days of training.

Norris to race with #1 in F1 2026

The honour of racing with number one on the car is reserved for the reigning F1 world champion

Full World Cup schedule: All 104 matches and their UK and US kick-off times

It may still be more than six months away, but the upcoming World Cup is bigger than ever and requires some serious planning ahead.

Bayern to face RB Leipzig in German Cup quarters

Both teams occupy the first two spots on the Bundesliga ladder, with Vincent Kompany's squad eight points clear of the Saxon club.

What Steve Smith said to Jofra Archer as pair clashed

The pair were at each other's throats at the Gabba.

Slot admits Liverpool slump is 'hard to take' for their players

Arne Slot admits Liverpool's slump in form is 'hard to take' for their players after a collapse against Leeds left them with a 3-3 draw despite going two goals up in the match

NFL fans fume as RedZone suffers technical issues minutes into broadcast: 'My ears are bleeding'

Fans immediately took to social media with a furious response, as one wrote: 'My ears are bleeding' and another added: 'RedZone didn't have this many issues when it was commercial free.'

Chelsea to play Spurs in historic Sydney first

The London rivals have signed on for the "Sydney Super Cup" with Chelsea also meeting A-League side Western Sydney Wanderers while Spurs play Sydney FC.

Gareth Bale reveals the real reason he retired as former Spurs star opens up on family emergency

The Wales legend, who is his nation's most-capped player of all time and record goalscorer, stunned the footballing world when he announced that he would be hanging up his boots in January 2023.

Changes at Red Bull? What's behind Marko's hint and Lambiase's emotion?

Helmut Marko does not know whether he will still be part of Red Bull next year. Paddock sources indicate that the exact role of Gianpiero Lambiase, who was emotional in Abu Dhabi, isn’t fully clear yet for 2026

Inter Milan 0-1 Liverpool: Dominik Szoboszlai's penalty hands Arne Slot vital win without Mo Salah

LEWIS STEELE AT SAN SIRO: Mohamed Salah could take solace from his sofa by knowing that, unlike the title of the 1971 James Bond film, diamonds are not indeed for ever.

2026 F1 season: Dates, teams and rule changes revealed

After a thrilling conclusion to the 2025 F1 season, attention now turns to the new season, which features new teams, new drivers and a host of new rules. While Max Verstappen won his third consecutive race in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, the four-time champion had to settle for second place in the end-of-season standings as Lando Norris won his maiden F1 d...

Moment drug dealer who partnered with ex-footballer is arrested

Moment drug dealer who partnered with ex-footballer is arrested. Thierry Nevers, 23, shared rap videos about his life of crime on social media. He was jailed alongside drug dealer Allan Barrass, 50, who was seen on body cam footage being arrested while driving home.

Nikita announces new baby on the way

Just days after the Supreme Court decision not to allow any further appeal by MMA fighter Conor McGregor against a High Court’s finding in a civil trial that he raped her, Nikita Hand has announced she is pregnant. The mother of one confirmed on social media she is expecting a child with her partner, Gary […]

Leo Cullen challenges Leinster to get better ahead of Leicester test

Leo Cullen has said that Leinster will need to be better next Friday night when they head to Welford Road to face Leicester Tigers. Leinster got a maximum of five points as they ran in seven tries in their 45-28 win over Harlequins at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday night. Still, they didn’t make it […]

Will any F1 driver get involved with title contenders at Abu Dhabi GP?

The F1 2025 title will be decided in Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The three contenders start in the top three, but will anybody behind try and get involved in the fight?

Lando Norris banished a lifetime's hopes to become F1 world champion, writes Jonathan McEvoy

JONATHAN McEVOY IN ABU DHABI: A lifetime's hopes and a million doubts were banished in Abu Dhabi. The fireworks lit the night sky and he performed doughnuts on the straight.

Beckhams out in full force to support David's full circle moment

If 17-year-old David Beckham could see his 50-year-old self now, he'd be more than impressed. When he was a youngster, and made his professional club debut with Manchester United, the dad-of-four had big aspirations of going on to do great things beyond his football career. Today's top videos Then, in 2014, he was announced as […]

Fired Red Bull driver trolls team after Max Verstappen loses F1 title to Lando Norris

Former Liverpool FC co-owner Tom Hicks dies aged 79

Hicks died peacefully surrounded by family in Dallas yesterday, according to Hicks Holdings LLC.

Formula E Sao Paulo: How DS Penske picked up points

Starting in 16th place, Maximilian Gunther clinched sixth at the flag, while battery issues and red flags undid Taylor Barnard's first race with the Franco-American team

Mohamed Salah is 'making it all about him,' former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy claims

The Reds star shocked the football world on Saturday night when he launched a tirade on his club and manager Arne Slot, admitting he may have played his last game for the side.

Ireland can make history at the next Rugby World Cup if they follow this plan

Wednesday’s press conference deep in the throes of Aviva Stadium had a random feel to it. The dust had barely settled on Ireland’s Autumn Nations Series campaign but the Champions Cup had quickly loomed into focus. In the middle of it, there was the eagerly-anticipated pool draw for the 2027 World Cup. And here was […]

Who is driving at the 2025 F1 Abu Dhabi post-season test?

Here’s who will be in action across all 10 F1 teams at Yas Marina Circuit on Tuesday

M’sian women shuttlers set up semi-final clash with Indonesia in SEA Games

Spearheaded by Pearly Tan-M Thinaah, the Malaysians defeat Vietnam 4-1 in their quarter-final clash in Bangkok.

2026 World Cup: Nike completely ignores Cristiano Ronaldo!

Nike is turning the page on Cristiano Ronaldo: the brand will not release any CR7...

Dancer, reality star Criscilla Anderson dead at 45

A number of personalities passed away during the year. A look back and a tribute to the departed of 2025.

Two clubs plan Mohamed Salah transfer from Liverpool

Two clubs have expressed interest in signing Mohamed Salah after a bombshell interview raised huge doubts over his future at Liverpool. In an astonishing interview after Liverpool’s 3-3 draw with Leeds United, Salah claimed he had been ‘thrown under the bus’ by Liverpool and said his relationship with Anfield boss Arne Slot had broken down. Salah, ...

Is Hammond faster than a pro golfer?

This video pits Richard Hammond against a professional golfer in a unique speed challenge. It showcases the skills each competitor brings, how the test works, and who ultimately proves quicker. Viewers can enjoy friendly competition, unusual matchups, and Hammond’s trademark humour as he takes on an unexpected opponent.

Mo Salah nominated for BBC Sports Personality award just three days after his Liverpool bombshell

Mohamed Salah has been nominated for a BBC Sports Personality of the Year award just days after criticising his club Liverpool in an astonishing bombshell interview.

Frank reacts to Spurs legend Son making a return

Thomas Frank reacts to Tottenham Hotspur legend Son Heung-Min making a return to London to watch Spurs beat Slavia Prague 3-0 in the Champions League

Marko set to leave Red Bull early ahead of 2026 F1 season

Marko is on his way out of Red Bull following a meeting with Red Bull's top management on Monday

PSG vs Rennes – Luis Enrique’s anger towards the press!

Paris Saint-Germain cruised to a 5-0 victory over Rennes this Saturday at the Parc des Princes in Matchday 15 of the 2025-2026 Ligue 1 season. After the match, PSG coach Luis Enrique spoke at a press conference. Following a question about the unpopular 23-year-old defender Ilya Zabarnyi, he criticized the media and then offered much shorter answers than usual. Enrique: “Every time you ask a question, it’s to create a problem.” Was it a perfect...

10-man Roma fall at Cagliari ahead of Napoli’s clash with Juve

Roma missed the chance to join Inter Milan at the top of Serie A after losing 1-0 at Cagliari.

'Angry' Alonso demands Real Madrid reaction against Man City

Los Blancos have won only two of their last seven matches, losing 2-0 to Celta and trailing Barcelona by four points.

Verstappen: Best I've ever driven despite F1 title defeat to Norris

Max Verstappen calls the 2025 F1 season his best ever despite losing out on the title to Lando Norris

Woman who blackmailed footballer Son Heung-min by claiming she was pregnant with his child is jailed

A woman who blackmailed Son Heung-min out of £200,000 after claiming she was pregnant with his child has been jailed for four years.

Pep admits Madrid would have sacked him as he sympathises with Xabi

Pep Guardiola admits even he would have been sacked by Real Madrid, as the Manchester City manager sympathises with his counterpart and former staff member Xabi Alonso

Selby beats Trump in thrilling UK Championship final

A thrilling battle at the Barbican

Amorim sends warning to Man United players after 4-1 win at Wolves

Ruben Amorim sends a warning to his Manchester United players after their 4-1 win away at struggling Wolverhampton Wanderers

Celtic 1-2 Hearts: As first days at the office go, this was a shocker for Wilfried Nancy

The objective of anyone from the outset of their first day at the office is simply not to do anything which adversely affects their reputation.

Liverpool. From the bench, Salah threatens to leave

Mohamed Salah (33 years old) expressed his anger after the 3-3 draw at Leeds, his...

James Allen: Norris is his own biggest critic, but he won the F1 world title his way

Lando Norris has been open about his weaknesses as the 2025 F1 title fight has developed, but his performance in the Abu Dhabi championship showdown demonstrated that he is a worthy champion

Ligue 1 – Key takeaways from matchday 15: Lens and PSG pull away

On Matchday 15 of the 2025-2026 Ligue 1 season, Paris Saint-Germain cruised to a 5-0 victory against Rennes at the Parc des Princes. This match allowed them to keep pace with Lens and distance themselves from the third-placed team. Matchday Results – Current Standings – Indeed, RC Lens, despite a scare in Nantes where they had to fight hard to capitalize on their dominance, managed to secure their place at the top of the league. This confirms...