Formula 1's Fan1 contest tests fans' F1 knowledge via quizzes on F1 Unlocked. 22 winners earn VIP trips to the 2026 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix, with exclusive access and accommodation. Finalists compete for the Fan1 title, the ultimate F1 superfan honor.
Ligue 1 is highly competitive this season with five teams sharing first place after Matchday 7. Meanwhile, Félix Lebrun wins European table tennis title and Maja Chwalinska claims her first WTA 1000 title in Wuhan.
Max Verstappen competed in the GT World Challenge Europe at Portimão, making an impressive climb from 24th to 9th place despite a penalty and a Safety Car. Valentino Rossi also participated, finishing 50th after a qualifying penalty. The event drew 28,000 spectators and set a record 9.7 million live YouTube views.
Félix Lebrun, world No. 2, won the European Table Tennis Championships in Slovenia in both singles and doubles, defeating Anton Kallberg in a tight seven-set singles final.
Since taking charge last summer, Laurent Mekies has refocused Red Bull on its human talent, stabilizing the team and securing Max Verstappen's future.
In the CAF Champions League first-leg matches, FC San-Pédro defeated FC Nouadhibou 2-1, while RS Berkane won 2-0 against Star Sport Academy, putting both teams in a favorable position for qualification.
Ivory Coast is hosting its first African amateur MMA championship in Abidjan, bringing together more than 150 fighters from around 20 countries over three days. Female participation is rising despite challenges facing the sport on the continent.
On Thursday in the Europa League, Olympique Lyonnais secured their second consecutive win against Crystal Palace (3-2). Olympique de Marseille suffered a second defeat to Olympiakos (1-0). Stade Rennais opened their European campaign with a win over OFI Crete (2-1).
Lando Norris confirmed in August 2026 a contract extension with McLaren through the end of 2030, marking his twelfth season with the team. Max Verstappen also signed a new deal with Red Bull until the same date, despite recent team challenges. George Russell remains with Mercedes until 2026, alongside Kimi Antonelli for 2027.
Marseille lost 1-0 to Olympiakos, marking their second consecutive defeat in the Europa League. Lyon won against Crystal Palace, and Rennes claimed their first victory this season by beating OFI Crete 2-1.
Magic System Football Club, a newcomer to Ivorian football, begins its first season in the third division on October 16. Founded less than a month ago by A’Salfo, leader of the musical group Magic System, the club emerged from the acquisition of Racing Club de Koumassi.
Freddie Hunt celebrates the 50th anniversary of his father James Hunt's 1976 world championship, highlighting his adaptability, legendary rivalry with Niki Lauda, and their friendship. He revisits the dramatic 1976 season and James Hunt's enduring influence on the sport.
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