The Formula 1 drivers’ championship heads into a dramatic conclusion after Friday’s practice sessions at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with Lando Norris and Max Verstappen appearing evenly matched. The final race of the season promises high drama as the McLaren driver leads Red Bull’s four-time champion by 12 points heading into Sunday. Practice performance

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In a remarkable display of resilience and skill, Justin Greaves scored a career-high 202 not out, guiding the West Indies to a draw against New Zealand in the first Test of the series in Christchurch. The Windies produced the second-highest fourth-innings total in Test history, narrowly falling short of a record chase that would have

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United States President Donald Trump was awarded the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize before the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, a new accolade introduced by FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The award recognises individuals who have “taken exceptional actions for peace” and fostered global unity, according to FIFA’s announcement. The presentation took place at the Kennedy Center

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Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden has publicly criticised England fast bowler Jofra Archer for the “shocking” choice of arriving at the Gabba with a pillow during the third day of the second Ashes Test. The incident drew widespread attention, highlighting both Archer’s return from injury and England’s struggles in Brisbane. Archer’s pillow sparks criticism Archer,

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With the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finally complete, supporters of both England and Scotland can now begin mapping out what their nations’ journeys might look like at next summer’s expanded tournament. For both teams, the draw offered a blend of familiar foes, potential pitfalls, and intriguing knockout-stage possibilities. Scotland find themselves reliving

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The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially underway, and the tournament’s expanded 48-team format has already delivered major talking points. The latest World Cup draw confirmed that England will launch their campaign against Croatia, while Scotland return to the global stage for the first time in 28 years with a challenging group

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Seville, Spain, December 6, 2025 – Defending La Liga champions Barcelona travel to Estadio Benito Villamarín to face Real Betis on Saturday in what promises to be a pivotal clash for both sides. Barcelona aim to extend their lead at the top of the table, while Betis look to strengthen their push toward European qualification.

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In a major sports controversy, Ukrainian diver Sofiia Lyskun has switched her allegiance to Russia, prompting the Ukrainian Diving Federation to strip her of all medals and awards. The decision has sparked a heated debate in international sports circles and raised questions about athlete nationality changes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Ukrainian Officials Condemn Lyskun’s Decision

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Iran’s national football team delegation has arrived in Washington, DC, just days after threatening to boycott the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw over visa restrictions imposed by the United States. Their attendance ends weeks of uncertainty surrounding Iran’s participation in the official ceremony for the expanded 48-team tournament. Iranian Delegation Arrives After Visa Dispute Head

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Türkiye’s football world has been shaken by a sweeping criminal investigation into insider betting and alleged match-fixing, with prosecutors ordering the arrest of 46 people — including top-tier footballers, club officials, and referees — in one of the largest sports probes the country has ever seen. According to a statement from the Istanbul public prosecutor’s

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