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GeneralThe team will enter its masseur Vladimír Kováčik in Sunday’s men’s elite race at the Montreal event after a succession of withdrawals. Head coach Jakub Vančo has described the participation as purely formal.
RugbyGloucester swept aside Exeter Chiefs 45-24 at Sandy Park on the opening weekend of the new season. The Cherry and Whites scored seven tries against last season’s runners-up.
FootballAthletic have made a return to European competition a shared objective after two consecutive continental campaigns. President Jon Uriarte believes the club’s spending model requires regular qualification.
Formula 1Starting 16th after hitting the wall in qualifying, Kimi Antonelli finished fifth in Baku. The Mercedes driver adopted a cautious approach despite floor damage after the restart.
Formula 1Lando Norris believes Franco Colapinto should receive a one-race ban after the incident that forced both Alpines and his McLaren out of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Formula 1Third in qualifying in Baku, Oscar Piastri admits McLaren is starting with a sizeable deficit to George Russell. The Australian nevertheless wants to fight in the group behind Mercedes.
RugbyConnacht opened their United Rugby Championship season with defeat at Dexcom Stadium in Galway, beaten by Stormers side that grew more powerful after the break. The South Africans made the difference in the final quarter.
BasketballThe national women’s basketball season begins on Saturday in Torrejón de Ardoz with the Supercup semi-finals. Valencia Basket and Casademont Zaragoza meet at 5:15 p.m. in a game marked by Helena Pueyo’s reunion with her former club.
FootballKylian Mbappé left the pitch after suffering pain in his left knee, despite trying to return to the game. The forward had opened the scoring in the 54th minute of the first match of the Zidane era.
GeneralEmmanuel Reyes Pla won European silver at -90 kg after losing unanimously to Emrah Yasar in the Sofia final. His run to the final included two 3-2 victories.
FootballAfter two consecutive draws, including a 0-0 result against Alavés on Matchday 7 of LaLiga EA Sports, Athletic have a month without an official match to address their recent shortcomings.
Formula 1Kimi Antonelli will start the Azerbaijan Grand Prix from 16th after hitting the wall in the opening phase of qualifying. The championship leader described the mistake as “unnecessary” as team-mate George Russell claimed pole position.
Formula 1Max Verstappen says his qualifying difficulties did not stem from the electrical system, but from the internal combustion engine. The issue disrupted energy management, altered his run plan and compromised his final attempt.
Formula 1On pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, George Russell considers Max Verstappen his most immediate danger. The Mercedes driver has not ruled out team-mate Kimi Antonelli either, after the Italian was forced to stop in Q1 with damage to his car.
FootballAndreia returns to Zubieta to take on a struggling Real, still without a win this season. Gorka Álvarez’s side go into the fixture with only two league points.
GeneralManchester City has reportedly been found guilty on almost all charges related to Premier League financial regulations. No sanction has yet been officially announced, and the club is expected to appeal.
GeneralFernando Alonso will start the Azerbaijan Grand Prix from the back of the grid after an accumulation of penalties, despite finishing qualifying in 19th. The Spaniard found improvements in the handling of his Aston Martin but again pointed to the engine deficit.
FootballDespite Raphinha’s 14 goals in eight matches for FC Barcelona, Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil had to wait until the final move to salvage a 1-1 draw against Australia. The Barcelona player set up Rayan from a corner.
FootballAfter a week without competitive action, Málaga have given their squad two days off. The situations involving Adam Aznou, Jens Cajuste and the other players working separately remain the main concern.
BasketballUnicaja are seriously considering a return for Yankuba Sima as they look to address injuries affecting their frontcourt. The club will open their Liga Endesa campaign away to Real Madrid on Sunday with three players absent from their initial roster setup.
FootballIn his first Liga start since 6 December, Ander Guevara delivered a high-level performance in Alavés’ 0-0 draw away to Athletic. The captain continues to fight against limited playing time despite being regarded as a fundamental member of the club.
FootballThe provisional suspension of the concession has been lifted, allowing Rayo Vallecano to return to Vallecas on 10 October against Athletic Club. Mariano de Paco says the procedure to definitively terminate the concession is nevertheless nearing its final stage.
FootballOskar Kordus, a footballer in Poland’s fourth division, died on Thursday 24 September at the age of 20 following a road accident in particularly tragic circumstances.
FootballUEFA has underlined the importance of the Barça academy, a model illustrated again by the introduction of three young players against Paris FC. Data from the previous league phase place the club among Europe’s leading sides for minutes given to homegrown players.
FootballOn loan from Barcelona until the end of the season, Ronald Araujo has played seven matches, including five as a starter, for Liverpool. The agreement includes a €55 million purchase option, with no obligation for the English club to trigger it.
RugbyWales hooker Ryan Elias is due to make his 200th Scarlets appearance against Cardiff on Saturday in the United Rugby Championship opener. At 31, he believes his best years may still lie ahead.
FootballYoussouf Fofana’s arrival has given Sevilla’s midfield a new dimension, with the club currently in European places. During the international break, the squad is preparing for what comes next with a closed-door friendly against the reserve side.
Formula 1George Russell set the fastest time in the first practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli lost 35 minutes after stopping on track with a hydraulic problem.
Formula 1George Russell set the pace in the first practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, ahead of Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc. The session was marked by Kimi Antonelli stopping with a hydraulic problem on his Mercedes.
FootballHéctor Bellerín’s contract does not run until 2028 as initially announced, but expires next summer. Betis should therefore soon have to address the situation of their right-back.