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Viral posts claimed Max Verstappen would boycott F1's Pride Night. Fact-checkers say the quotes were fake. Here's what the champion is really focused on.

Justin Holbrook takes charge as Newcastle Knights head coach amid questions over Adam O'Brien's departure and team struggles in 2025.

The Asia Cup cricket match between India and Pakistan turned into a diplomatic flashpoint after a controversial post-match incident. We examine the on-field tension and off-field fallout.

Renault reaffirms its Formula 1 commitment as Alpine battles a disappointing 2025 season marked by mounting failures and speculation over its future.

Terence Crawford shocked the world by outclassing Canelo Álvarez to become a three-division undisputed champion. Learn how "Bud" made history and what's next for both fighters.

RBoxing legend Ricky Hatton has died at 46. Fans and fighters worldwide honour his legacy as tributes highlight his impact in and out of the ring.

Explore Terence Crawford's wife, net worth, and age as fans get insight into the boxing champion's personal and professional life.

Discover the WNBA Playoffs 2025 bracket and schedule. Find out which teams and star players are shaping this year's postseason.

Canelo vs Crawford: Date, predictions and the huge $200m purse split. Who takes the bigger share in this historic boxing clash?

FIFA defends $60–$6,730 World Cup 2026 ticket prices as 'competitive' despite fan fury and political pressure over variable pricing system.

Chelsea have been charged with 74 breaches of FA rules over agents, intermediaries and third-party investment dating back to the Abramovich era, with a response due by 19 September and a financial penalty viewed as the likeliest outcome.

WWE faces fan backlash over soaring ticket prices as TKO's Mark Shapiro signals more 'ticket yield' optimisation, with Wrestlepalooza's ringside seats approaching $6,000 and an ESPN era beginning under a $1.6bn deal.

Olympic swimmer Ben Proud joins the Enhanced Games, a controversial event allowing performance enhancers. Find out what it means for sport.

Nottingham Forest sacked Nuno Espírito Santo despite last season's European qualification, with Ange Postecoglou and other big names tipped as swift replacements.

WWE Wrestlepalooza 2025 takes place this September in Indianapolis. See the full match card, event date, and how to watch live on ESPN and worldwide.

US President Donald Trump was booed at the US Open men's final after his arrival triggered heavy security delays and long queues. Reports later suggested broadcasters were told to avoid showing the jeers, fuelling debate over censorship, politics in sport, and the tournament's credibility.

A viral Citi Field video shows a man snatching a foul ball from an elderly fan, just days after a Polish CEO drew backlash at the US Open.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will miss the rest of the 2025 WNBA season due to a lingering groin injury, limiting her to just 13 games and prompting the team to focus on her long-term health.

Eagles' standout Jalen Carter, aged 24, with an estimated £1.2 million net worth, remains private about his personal life and recently stirred controversy by spitting on Dak Prescott just six seconds into the season opener.

A Brazilian billionaire left Neymar a £752m fortune, citing admiration for his values, but the inheritance faces legal hurdles, disputes, and tax challenges.

Jessica Pegula's husband Taylor Gahagen, her parents' fortune, and her rising net worth revealed as she reaches the US Open Semifinals.

Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather confirm blockbuster exhibition fight for 2026, with age, legacy fights, and odds making headlines in boxing news.

After defeating Karolina Muchova 6-4, 7-6(3), Osaka unveiled her fifth Labubu collectible, cheekily named Andre Swag-assi.

FIFA opens 2026 World Cup ticket registration September 10 amid dynamic pricing—starts £39 but could hit £4,388. 2025 trends show demand spikes

Italian swimming star Benedetta Pilato, 20, was briefly detained in Singapore on suspicion of shoplifting before being released without charge, sparking shock and scrutiny around the Olympic hopeful.

Polish CEO Piotr Szczerek sparked outrage at the US Open after snatching a signed cap from a child, later apologising and pledging support for youth programmes as critics question his motives.

Max Johnson's UNC comeback from a devastating injury sparks drama as Bill Belichick's Tar Heels debut ends in a crushing loss to TCU.

Brittany Renner's viral custody clash with PJ Washington shows the challenges of co-parenting in the spotlight as social media fuels public debate.

Joe Bugner, twice an Ali challenger, held multiple heavyweight titles, battled illness, acted in films, and died aged 75 in Australia.