George Russell won the Singapore GP on Sunday, taking Mercedes to victory over Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. McLaren clinched the constructors’ title, with Oscar Piastri finishing fourth and narrowing his lead over teammate Lando Norris.
Novak Djokovic defeated Marin Cilic in the second round of the Shanghai Masters, marking his first tournament since the US Open. The match set a record for the oldest ATP Masters 1000 main draw. Djokovic will face Yannick Hanfmann next.
James Kwekuteye joins Phoenix in a trade for Ato Ular as PBA Season 50 approaches. Titan Ultra, formerly NorthPort, completes the trade, marking Kwekuteye’s third team in the league. Phoenix anticipates his impact on their roster.
Christian Horner, former Red Bull team principal, is actively pursuing a return to Formula One by contacting various team owners, according to Aston Martin principal Andy Cowell. Horner, who left Red Bull after the British Grand Prix, is exploring new opportunities in the racing industry. His departure from Red Bull came after a substantial severance agreement, allowing a potential F1 return in 2026. Despite contacting teams such as Haas, where principal Ayao Komatsu confirmed an approach, Horner’s future role remains uncertain. Cowell indicated Aston Martin has no plans to hire him.
Barangay Ginebra’s Scottie Thompson urges the team to use their frustration over a title drought as motivation as they prepare to face the Magnolia Hotshots in the PBA’s 50th season opener. With the absence of key players and the excitement of the Manila Clasico, Ginebra is set to navigate a challenging yet promising season.
June Mar Fajardo of San Miguel Beermen is set to claim his ninth PBA Most Valuable Player award, further extending his record as the player with the most MVP titles in PBA history.
Stephen Holt to assume a larger role for Barangay Ginebra in the PBA following Jamie Malonzo’s move to Japan. Holt enters his third PBA year focused on leading the team to a championship after last season’s finals. Ginebra makes strategic adjustments for the new season’s challenges.
Jio Jalalon officially joins TNT Tropang 5G, signing a contract after leaving Titan Ultra. With the presence of his agent and the team manager, Jalalon becomes part of the TNT roster, aiming to strengthen the team for the upcoming PBA season.
Alex Eala exited the Suzhou Open WTA 125 after a quarterfinal loss to Switzerland’s Viktorija Golubic, marking another early exit in her Asian tournament swing. Golubic defeated Eala with scores of 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (0). This match was part of the ongoing Suzhou Open, a significant event in the WTA 125 series.
Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors have concluded protracted contract negotiations, resulting in a two-year deal valued at $48.5 million. The agreement signifies Kuminga’s commitment to the Warriors and their strategic ambitions.