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George Russell driving the 2026 Mercedes Formula 1 car around a high-speed corner
Motorsport

Mercedes defend Formula 1 championship lead at Chinese Grand Prix Sprint

Formula 1 heads to Shanghai for the first Sprint weekend of 2026, as Mercedes and George Russell aim to defend their early championship lead.

The UEFA Champions League trophy displayed under stadium floodlights
Soccer

Champions League TV schedule confirms last-16 ties for English clubs

Six English clubs resume their Champions League campaigns this week as the television schedule for the round of 16 is officially confirmed.

Xavi and Lionel Messi standing together on a football pitch
Soccer

Xavi claims Joan Laporta blocked Lionel Messi’s return to Barcelona

Former Barcelona manager Xavi has accused club president Joan Laporta of deliberately vetoing a proposed return for Lionel Messi in 2023.

Jose Mourinho gesturing on the touchline while managing Benfica
Soccer

Jose Mourinho sent off for Benfica following Porto ‘traitor’ dispute

Jose Mourinho was shown a red card during Benfica's 2-2 draw with Porto after a touchline clash where an opposition coach allegedly called him a 'traitor'.

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Legal & Litigation

Flow Foundation Moves to Block Korean FLOW Delistings

Flow Foundation filed a motion to suspend planned FLOW delistings by three South Korean exchanges. The move follows a December security incident and a sharp drop in the token’s price and TVL.

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella looking concerned in the Formula 1 paddock
Motorsport

McLaren criticise Mercedes over lack of engine data after Australian GP

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has criticised engine supplier Mercedes for withholding vital data after a massive performance gap emerged at the Australian Grand Prix. The reigning champions are struggling to simulate car behaviour under the new 2026 regulations.

Pep Guardiola giving instructions on the touchline during a Manchester City match
Soccer

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola cleared for Arsenal cup final

Pep Guardiola will be allowed on the touchline for the League Cup final against Arsenal despite receiving his sixth yellow card of the season. An FA exemption on accumulated bookings means the Manchester City boss avoids a Wembley ban.

Taron Johnson playing in coverage for the Buffalo Bills
Football

Las Vegas Raiders agree trade for Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson

The Las Vegas Raiders have bolstered their defensive secondary by acquiring veteran cornerback Taron Johnson in a trade with the Buffalo Bills.