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Formula 1 Prepares Contingency Plans for 2027 Calendar Amid Middle East Conflict
Formula 1 is delaying its 2027 calendar announcement until autumn to account for potential disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East. President Stefano Domenicali confirmed that contingency plans are in place to maintain a 24-race schedule, while the sport continues to explore future expansion in Africa, South America, and Europe.
4 Aug 2026
2 Aug 2026
NBA Scraps Abu Dhabi Preseason Games Amid Regional Instability
The NBA has canceled its preseason games in Abu Dhabi for the upcoming season, citing ongoing conflict in the Middle East as the reason for the change.
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Walker Kessler scored 26 points on 12-for-12 shooting with nine rebounds in his Los Angeles debut as the Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 127-105. Luka Doncic added 28 in three quarters and Austin Reaves 23, while Stephen Curry scored 23 in his 18th season opener. The game also launched ESPN on Disney+ in the Philippines.
22 Oct 2026
Mercedes Austin upgrades run on both cars as title nears
Mercedes will run their latest aerodynamic package on both Kimi Antonelli and George Russell's cars at the United States Grand Prix, ending the split specification used in Singapore. Antonelli could clinch the Drivers' Championship on Sunday, while Mercedes hold a 134-point constructors' lead over Ferrari.
21 Oct 2026
NBA opening night scores bring Pistons rally and Philadelphia upset
Opening night of the 2026-27 NBA season produced two decided games: Detroit Pistons 121-113 Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers 106-100 New York Knicks. Oklahoma City Thunder vs San Antonio Spurs was listed as ongoing with no final score. Detroit's win came on the back of a 23-0 run, while Tyrese Maxey's game-high 28 points helped Philadelphia spoil New York's banner ceremony.
21 Oct 2026
Horner F1 return talk follows Wolff rivalry remarks
Christian Horner says Toto Wolff and Mercedes are finding Formula 1 "easier" without him, while insisting his long rivalry with the Mercedes team principal was never personal. The former Red Bull team principal also addressed links to Ferrari, Alpine and Aston Martin, saying he is in no rush to return to the pit wall.
20 Oct 2026
Brandon Miller extension makes him Charlotte's unquestioned centerpiece now
Brandon Miller agreed to a five-year, $209 million extension with the Charlotte Hornets, per multiple reports Monday. Miller became Charlotte's centerpiece after LaMelo Ball was traded to Minnesota, and he enters the season coming off left shoulder surgery. The Hornets open Wednesday at the Brooklyn Nets.
20 Oct 2026
Red Bull resurgence adds to Wolff's full-on fight warning
Toto Wolff says Red Bull's late-season resurgence has made them part of a full-on fight he expects at the front of Formula 1 into 2027. Mercedes are closing on a championship double, with Kimi Antonelli able to clinch the drivers' title as early as the United States Grand Prix. Red Bull head to Austin chasing a third straight win after Max Verstappen's back-to-back victories.
19 Oct 2026
AJ Dybantsa injury update clouds Washington Wizards season opener against Bucks
Washington Wizards rookie forward AJ Dybantsa sustained a mild ankle sprain in Friday's preseason finale against the New Orleans Pelicans. The No. 1 overall pick exited after scoring 12 points, leaving his status uncertain ahead of Wednesday's regular season opener against the Milwaukee Bucks.
19 Oct 2026
Mercedes Upgrades Assessment Confirms New Specification for Austin Race Weekend
Mercedes ran split car specifications at the Singapore Grand Prix to evaluate recent aerodynamic developments on the W17. Toto Wolff confirmed that both drivers are expected to race the newer package at the United States Grand Prix in Austin.
18 Oct 2026
Bucks Roster Decisions Divide Milwaukee Fans Ahead Of Regular Season
Milwaukee Bucks fans are conflicted on how the front office should trim the roster ahead of the regular season, according to recent survey results. While supporters advocate for keeping developmental youth, general manager Jon Horst faces tight margins to build a balanced squad.
23 Oct 2026
Eala Shnaider result ends Filipino run at Ningbo Open
Alex Eala lost 7-5, 6-4 to Diana Shnaider in the second round of the WTA500 Ningbo Open in China, ending her bid for a quarterfinal place. Eala led 4-3 in both sets and held a 40-15 lead in the eighth game of the second set before Shnaider took control. Shnaider next faces world No. 12 Iva Jovic, the No. 4 seed.