Author: WTX Sports Team

Liam Lawson’s recent transition from Red Bull Racing’s main team to the junior outfit, Racing Bulls, has raised questions about the future of his Formula 1 career. Following just two races in the challenging RB21, the New Zealand driver now finds himself rejoining a familiar environment as Yuki Tsunoda steps up to partner Max Verstappen for the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix. ### What’s Next for Liam Lawson’s F1 Career? As Lawson navigates this setback, his…

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick expressed dissatisfaction with the scheduling of the match against Osasuna following the international break, citing concerns over player recovery and fitness.

Cliff Notes – BCCI annual contracts: Shafali retained in Grade B; Patil, Reddy among new entrants Shafali Verma has been retained in Grade B of the BCCI’s annual contracts for 2024-25, valued at INR 30 lakh, despite not playing for the national team since October 2023. The BCCI has awarded 16 contracts for the upcoming season, with only three players—Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, and Deepti Sharma—receiving Grade A contracts worth INR 50 lakh. New entrants…

Paul Barber suggests that the high injury rates in women’s football may be linked to pitches designed for male athletes, advocating for tailored surfaces for female players.

Australia fast bowler Darcie Brown has returned home for family reasons and will miss the final T20I against New Zealand in Wellington.

Newcastle United are reportedly preparing a £30 million bid for Liverpool centre-back Jarell Quansah, who has made 22 appearances this season.

Jonny Bairstow aims to return to the England team this summer, focusing on scoring runs for Yorkshire after a nine-month absence from international cricket.

Ferrari’s Nightmare in Shanghai: Hamilton and Leclerc Disqualified After Chinese Grand Prix Ferrari has faced a disastrous start to the 2025 Formula 1 season, with both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton disqualified from the Chinese Grand Prix following separate technical infringements. The team, currently trailing in the constructors’ standings, has seen its points deficit grow to a staggering 61 points behind rivals Mclaren. Disqualifications: A Tough Blow for the Scuderia Leclerc’s car was found to…

Trent Alexander-Arnold is nearing a potential free transfer to Real Madrid, with discussions ongoing since January, raising concerns about his future at Liverpool.

Archie Vaughan, at 19, is establishing his cricketing identity at Somerset, where his father’s legacy carries less weight, allowing him to focus on his own game.

Manchester City forwards Khadija Shaw and Aoba Fujino will miss the Champions League quarterfinal second leg against Chelsea due to muscular injuries sustained in the Subway Cup final.

Cliff Notes – Jordan Cox: ‘Dad was in the queue at Heathrow, I told him to turn round’ Jordan Cox’s promising cricket career has been marred by injuries and setbacks, including a broken finger that delayed his England debut and a thumb injury just days before his first Test match. Despite these challenges, Cox remains focused on performing well for Essex and is determined to regain his place in the England squad as he prepares…

Lawson’s Red Bull Tenure in Jeopardy After Challenging Chinese GP Liam Lawson’s future at Red Bull Racing is in doubt following a tumultuous outing at the Chinese Grand Prix, where he struggled to keep pace with teammate Max Verstappen. After just two races of the 2023 Formula 1 season, whispers of a potential team reshuffle have intensified, leaving fans and pundits alike questioning Lawson’s prospects. This weekend’s action raised numerous talking points, from Oscar Piastri’s…

FIFA has announced a total prize pool of $1 billion for the upcoming Club World Cup, with winners potentially earning up to $125 million.

Cliff Notes – Gabba to be demolished after 2032 Olympics; cricket to get new home in Brisbane The Gabba will be demolished post-2032 Olympics, with cricket relocating to a new 60,000-seater stadium in Victoria Park, Brisbane, as part of Olympic infrastructure plans. Queensland Premier David Crisafulli confirmed that the decision provides clarity for cricket’s future, allowing for the hosting of significant international and domestic events in a modern venue. cricket is set to return to…

Cliff Notes – World Cup 2026 Argentina qualify ahead of Brazil showdown Argentina becomes the first South American team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, securing their spot after a 4-1 victory over Brazil. The team has led South American qualifying with 31 points, marking a historic achievement by winning both matches against Brazil in this tournament. Lionel Messi’s participation in the 2026 World Cup remains uncertain as he recovers from injury, with the…

Eddie Jordan: The Human Face of Formula 1 Eddie Jordan, the man behind one of Formula 1’s most iconic teams, has often been seen as the embodiment of the sport’s more colourful characters. His journey through the high-octane world of motorsport has never been without its challenges, as he adeptly navigated the intricacies of sponsorship and competition to ensure that Jordan Grand Prix made its mark on the world stage. As the team continues to…

England Women A secured a three-wicket victory over Australia A in their first T20I, marking a successful start to their multi-format tour after the senior squad’s seven-match losing streak.

Brazil’s 4-1 defeat to Argentina marked their heaviest loss to their rivals since 1964, highlighting a significant performance gap between the two teams.

Tuchel: Players in the Club World Cup won’t have break The back page of the i newspaper reports Tuchel said: “I am not so concerned about the amount of games the players play in total. I am more concerned that they never have a real break of three to four weeks. Maybe they have three weeks of holiday but maybe after five days they play another competition. That’s the problem.” Wales grabbed a goal late…

Lions in talks to play France The Telegraph back page reports that it is understood that talks between the Lions and the Fédération Française de Rugby have accelerated in recent weeks to the point where this is being explored in France as a viable option for the inaugural women’s tour in 2027 and two years later ahead of the men’s series against the All Blacks. Trent Alexander Arnold is pictured on the back page amid speculation that the…

This time we know it’s for real The back page of the Daily Star leads on news that Liverpool and England star Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to leave the Premier League for La Liga – joining up with fellow England player Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid. The paper reports Maguire was axed by Thomas Tuchel due to poor performance at club.

England’s countdown to World Cup – We’re being Kaned The back page of the Daily Mirror reports on England skipper Harry Kane saying football chiefs are not listening to exhausted players amid burnout fears ahead of the World Cup. Harry Maguire was not included in Thomas Tuchel’s first squad due to poor form at the club level. Real Madrid are eyeing up signing Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Michael Gough and Joel Wilson have been removed from the ICC’s elite panel of umpires, with Allahuddien Paleker and Alex Wharf being appointed for the 2025-26 season.

Red Bull’s Driver Dilemma: Is Lawson’s Position Under Threat? Liam Lawson’s challenging start to life as a Red Bull driver has sparked speculation about his future following a disappointing showing at the Chinese Grand Prix. Despite being promoted to 12th place after disqualifications, Lawson’s on-track performance, which saw him finish 15th, has raised doubts among fans and analysts alike. Team principal Christian Horner refrained from dismissing rumours of a possible change, as comparisons to Yuki…