Russell convinced new contract puts him on pole for 2026 title shot
AUSTIN, Texas :George Russell is convinced his new Mercedes deal provides the best chance of winning a Formula One title when the sport enters a new engine era next year.
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Brazil to face Senegal and Tunisia in November friendlies in Europe
Brazil will round off their 2025 calendar with two friendly matches in Europe next month, taking on Senegal and Tunisia as part of their preparations for the 2026 World Cup, the Brazilian FA (CBF) announced on Thursday.
More than one million World Cup tickets sold through Visa pre-sales
PARIS :More than one million tickets for the 2026 World Cup have been sold following the conclusion of the Visa pre-sales phase, world football’s governing body FIFA said on Thursday.
San Siro to take centre stage for opening of 2026 Games
MILAN :The opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics will be staged at Milan’s famous San Siro stadium and feature other venues across northern Italy, seeking to emphasise “harmony” – a Greek-rooted concept evoking unity in diversity.
Rodman in a 'healthy place' as she makes US national team return
NEW YORK :Trinity Rodman will return to the U.S. women's national team for the first time since April, U.S. Soccer said on Wednesday, after a bumpy recovery from a back injury.
Live updates as Caerphilly by-election candidates take part in TV debate
Six of the candidates hoping to be the next Senedd member for Caerphilly will appear on a live TV debate tonight. The televised debate is being broadcast live from Bedwas Workmen's Hall and Institute. It starts at 7pm and lasts an hour.
Chess-Norway tour gets approval for combined world title
PARIS :The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has approved a new global competition set up by Norway Chess that will crown a "World Combined Champion" across three time formats — Fast Classic, Rapid and Blitz, organisers said on Wednesday.