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Verstappen Triumphs at Japanese Grand Prix Amidst Mclaren Jokes Max Verstappen clinched a dramatic victory at the Japanese Grand Prix, showcasing his resilience and skill on a challenging Suzuka circuit. After the race, the Dutch driver light-heartedly quipped, "You wouldn’t have seen me" had he been behind the wheel of a McLaren, alluding to his commanding performance against his rivals. Verstappen’s Fierce Competition Verstappen’s triumph came after a weekend where he demonstrated exceptional pace, snatching…

Despite a 3-1 victory over Southampton, Postecoglou expressed frustration over a nearly five-minute VAR review that disallowed a Spurs goal for offside.

Jason Behrendorff has retired from domestic cricket after 16 seasons with Western Australia, citing a lack of desire to play 50-over formats and a focus on T20 franchise cricket.

Tottenham Hotspur supporters protested against club ownership, demanding chairman Daniel Levy’s resignation amid dissatisfaction with the team’s performance and direction.

Southampton has made history as the fastest team to be relegated from the Premier League, finishing with just 10 points after their loss to Tottenham Hotspur.

Max Verstappen showcased his commanding form at the Japanese Grand Prix, securing his fourth consecutive victory after a stunning pole position performance. The Red Bull driver deftly outpaced both McLaren competitors to clinch the win at Suzuka.

Chelsea’s away win drought in the Premier League extends, with a 0-0 draw against Brentford, complicating their Champions League ambitions.

Cliff Notes – Follow live: Maguire, Hojlund start for United, O’Reilly keeps spot in City line-up Manchester United’s Harry Maguire and Rasmus Hojlund are included in the starting XI, indicating a strategic shift for the home side. Manchester City retains O’Reilly in their line-up, suggesting confidence in his performance against their local rivals. The match at Old Trafford is crucial for both teams, with bragging rights and momentum in the Premier League at stake. Maguire,…

Ferrari’s Fred Vasseur Warns of ‘Qualifying World Championship’ Ahead of F1 2025 Season Formula 1 team principal Fred Vasseur has expressed concerns that the 2025 World Championship could devolve into a "qualifying world championship" due to a significant lack of overtaking in recent races. His remarks follow a disappointing showing at the Chinese and Japanese Grands Prix, where the competition was largely decided during qualifying, leaving drivers struggling for position during the races. The Qualifying…

Cliff Notes – Morgan Rogers: Aston Villa there to win against PSG Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers acknowledges the challenge of facing PSG but insists the team is focused on winning the quarter-final tie. Rogers highlights the significant contributions of January signings, including Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford, in Villa’s successful campaign. The team is on a seven-match winning streak and aims to leverage their recent form against the newly crowned French champions. Morgan Rogers:…

Manchester United’s decline is attributed to 20 years of mismanagement under the Glazer family, leading to financial concerns and poor on-field performances, currently sitting 13th in the league.

Cliff Notes – Aston Villa 2-1 Nottm Forest Game Analysis Aston Villa secured their eighth consecutive victory, climbing to sixth in the Premier League with 51 points, while Nottingham Forest remains in third place, eyeing their first Champions League qualification since 1980. Morgan Rogers and Donyell Malen scored two quick goals for Villa in the first half, but Jota Silva’s second-half strike kept Forest in contention, highlighting a shift in momentum. Despite a strong performance…

Cliff Notes – Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta No way Everton penalty should be given Mikel Arteta expressed strong discontent over the penalty awarded to Everton, stating there was "no way" it should have been given after reviewing the incident multiple times. The penalty, converted by Iliman Ndiaye, allowed Everton to equalise in a match that left Arsenal 11 points behind league leaders Liverpool. Arteta now shifts focus to the upcoming Champions League quarterfinal against Real Madrid,…

Lewis Hamilton Disappointed With Eighth Place Qualifying at Japanese Grand Prix Lewis Hamilton has expressed frustration with his qualifying performance for the Japanese Grand Prix, stating that starting from eighth position is “not good enough.” The seven-time world champion finished the session 0.311 seconds behind his Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc, who secured a spot on the second row of the grid with a fourth-place qualification. Hamilton Takes Responsibility Hamilton’s disappointing qualifying run stems from a…

Cliff Notes – Real Madrid can still win LaLiga despite Valencia defeat Carlo Ancelotti Carlo Ancelotti remains optimistic about Real Madrid’s LaLiga title chances despite a 2-1 defeat to Valencia, leaving them three points behind leaders Barcelona. The loss marked Valencia’s first victory at the Bernabéu in 17 years, with Hugo Duro scoring a last-minute winner after Vinícius Júnior had equalised. Ancelotti confirmed that injured goalkeepers Thibaut Courtois and Andriy Lunin could return for upcoming…

Cliff Notes – Thomas Müller to leave Bayern Munich at end of season Thomas Müller to leave Bayern Munich at end of season Thomas Müller will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season, bringing an end to a 25-year career with the club, after not being offered a new contract. In a statement, Müller, 35, who started as a youth player and won a record 12 league titles with Bayern — the most…

Cliff Notes – Arsenal’s Real Madrid distraction costs them win at Everton Arsenal’s 1-1 draw against Everton significantly hampers their Premier League title hopes, leaving them 12 points adrift of leaders Liverpool with eight matches remaining. Manager Mikel Arteta’s focus on the upcoming UEFA Champions League clash with Real Madrid led to key players being rested, which contributed to a lacklustre performance against Everton. Despite dominating possession and chances, Arsenal struggled to recover after conceding…

Oliver Bearman Impresses with Top-10 Qualifying at F1 Japanese Grand Prix Oliver Bearman put in a stunning performance to secure a spot in the top-10 at the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix, leaving both him and his team principal, Ayao Komatsu, pleasantly surprised by the achievement. Bearman, driving for Haas, managed to qualify 10th on the grid despite a challenging session filled with interruptions and red flags. The 18-year-old rookie’s unexpected progression to Q3 marks…

Cliff Notes – Arteta leaves out Arsenal’s Saka, Ødegaard for Everton trip Arsenal’s impressive record of being unbeaten in their last 60 Premier League matches when leading at half-time highlights their resilience and tactical discipline under pressure. The absence of key players Bukayo Saka and Martin Ødegaard for the trip to Everton raises questions about squad depth and the team’s ability to maintain form without their star performers. This decision by manager Mikel Arteta may…

Ruben Amorim said he would be “crazy” to think Manchester United can win the Premier League next season. United are languishing 13th in the table and will kick off against neighbours Manchester City on Sunday 36 points behind leaders Liverpool. Amorim has been charged with bringing the title back to Old Trafford after a 12-year drought. But ahead of the meeting with City — champions in six of the last seven seasons — he admits…

England’s Premier League is back in action this Saturday as Forest looks to close the gap with Arsenal – who are facing their own battle to close the gap with Liverpool.

Cliff Notes – Transfer rumors news Gyökeres could be available for £55m Viktor Gyökeres is reportedly available for a transfer this summer, with Manchester United and Arsenal emerging as the leading contenders for the Swedish forward, who could be sold for £55 million to £70 million. Real Madrid is considering extending Antonio Rüdiger’s contract, with the defender expressing a desire to remain at the club until at least 2028, despite interest from Saudi Pro League…

Discussion on Potential Return of V10 Engines Scheduled for Next Week Formula 1’s engine manufacturers are set to convene next week, ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix, to deliberate on the possibility of reintroducing V10 engines to the sport. Sources have confirmed that the meeting will explore the level of support and opposition to this initiative, sparked by comments from FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem regarding a potential simplification of the current engine regulations. Background…

Cliff Notes – Women’s World Cup 2031 USSF chief backs expansion to 48 teams U.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson expressed strong support for expanding the Women’s World Cup to 48 teams in 2031, highlighting its potential to grow the women’s game globally. The United States is the sole bidder for the 2031 tournament, with plans to co-host alongside other Concacaf nations, contingent on the number of participating teams. Both Batson and NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman…

Cliff Notes – Ben Stokes unlikely to play for Durham ahead of Test summer England Test captain Ben Stokes is sidelined from Durham’s County Championship campaign as he continues rehabilitation from hamstring surgery. Head coach Ryan Campbell is optimistic Stokes will be fit for England’s Test series against Zimbabwe starting May 22, despite his absence from early matches. Ben Stokes unlikely to play for Durham ahead of Test summer England Test captain Ben Stokes will…