May 11, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals players Kyler Murray (left) and Hollywood Brown look on during the first half of game six of the 2023 NBA playoffs between the Phoenix Suns and the Denver Nuggets at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Minnesota Vikings fans are not opposed to a high-profile quarterback joining the roster this offseason — but they do not want Kyler Murray via trade. We polled Vikings-themed social media last week, and the group resoundingly denounced a Murray trade.
The numbers suggest Vikings fans don’t want the trade price tag, and Murray’s contract structure adds another layer to the hesitation.
Murray could be gettable for the right price. Just don’t tell that to purple fans. They don’t want him.
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Poll Results Show Clear Pushback on Kyler Murray
Vikings loyalists take a stand on Murray to Minnesota.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray participates in offseason minicamp drills at the team facility in Tempe, showing early-career command and preparation on Jun 11, 2019, as Arizona continued installing its offensive system. The session reflected Murray’s developmental phase, balancing athleticism with timing and structure ahead of his first NFL season. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
81% Say No Thanks to Murray
Because Vikings are so unenthusiastic about the prospect of Murray becoming a Viking on social media, we decided to gather some numbers.
In short, the fan base wants nothing to do with Murray. Here’s the poll result:
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Would you trade a 2nd-Rounder to ARI for Kyler Murray if you were the new Vikings general manager?
Approximately 1,400 people voted in the poll, an unscientific process. A reasonable guess would’ve been that the folks were split on the idea of trading a 2nd-Rounder for Murray. No cigar. Nearly four-fifths of Vikings fans said “no thanks.”
A Shocking Poll Result
Poll respondents are treating Murray like a non-starter. An actual non-starter. One might expect the 81%-19% poll result if the question were: “Do you think Max Brosmer could eventually turn into a franchise quarterback?”
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Instead, this is Kyler Murray at hand — the guy drafted by the Cardinals in 2019 with the first overall pick. In recent seasons, with former high-round quarterbacks like Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold totally and unmistakably reclaiming their careers, Murray doesn’t feel that far off from a reclamation story — if reclamation applies to him in the first place.
Yet, the poll proves purple faithful simply do not want him. He is not the fix for the Vikings, they say.
An Attitude Problem?
So, what’s behind the anti-Murray stance? It’s certainly not the completion percentage. Murray is the fifth-most accurate quarterback in NFL history. In the past, head coach Kevin O’Connell has described his preferred quarterback model as one who starts from a baseline of passing accuracy. That’s Murray. There is no better fit as an accurate passer this offseason who’s available to the Vikings. He fits that particular O’Connell criteria.
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On the other hand, Murray’s reputation — fair or unfair — is a bit sullied by folks who insist he prefers video games to football, doesn’t really like the sport, and doesn’t study enough. In fact, four years ago, the Cardinals’ brass built a “study clause” into Murray’s contract extension.
ESPN’s Josh Weinfuss explained in the summer of 2022, “Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray’s recently signed contract extension includes an addendum that requires him to study film for four hours per week during the season to stay in compliance with the new deal.”
“The clause is labeled ‘independent study addendum.’ A source who has seen the contract confirmed to ESPN that the addendum first reported by NFL Network is in the contract.”
The strange contractual nugget spread like wildfire for its bizarre stipulation, and Arizona later removed the clause.
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Weinfuss continued, “The addendum also states that Murray will not get credit if he’s not studying or watching the material while it plays on his tablet or if he’s doing something that can distract him or draw his attention elsewhere while the material is playing, such as playing video games, watching TV or browsing the internet. Failure to meet the addendum’s requirements will mean Murray will “be deemed to be in default” of his contract, per the wording in the agreement.”
“The addendum kicks in this season and lasts through 2028, which is when the Cardinals can pick up a club option.”
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray crosses the goal line during a first-half scoring run at State Farm Stadium, capturing a decisive moment on Nov 27, 2022, against the Los Angeles Chargers. The play highlighted Murray’s dual-threat impact, combining mobility and instincts to pressure defenses in high-leverage red-zone situations. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Murray has all the physical tools — besides height; he’s 5’10” — to succeed as a long-term QB1 for the Vikings. But the team’s fan base is evidently spooked by video games and study clauses. It’s the only thing that explains the 81% disapproval response.
Note, as well, that injuries have been an issue in the past, perhaps contributing to the pause.
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Let’s say the Vikings prefer a quarterback trade this offseason — but not Murray. The list might look like this:
A free agent like Malik Willis from the Green Bay Packers could also move the needle.
But don’t float Murray to Vikings fans. About 80% of the group is flat-out not interested despite the fact that Murray will turn 29 in August and has delivered 153 total touchdowns in 87 career games.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray stands on the field before kickoff at State Farm Stadium, framed during pregame routines on Dec 15, 2019, as Arizona prepared to face Cleveland. The moment reflects Murray’s early NFL tenure, marked by rapid adjustment to tempo, visibility, and leadership expectations. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
Pundits estimate a trade would cost the Vikings or another suitor the equivalent of a 2nd- or 3rd-Round pick, as mentioned in the poll.
Since the start of 2019, Murray has a better EPA+CPOE than Baker Mayfield, C.J. Stroud, Trevor Lawrence, Mac Jones, and Daniel Jones — who are all expected to start in 2026 for their respective teams.
Nigerian teenage midfielder David Oguejiofor has taken a big step in his career after completing a move from Simoiben Football Academy to Saudi Pro League giants Al Nassr.
The transfer places the highly rated youngster in one of football’s most star-studded teams. At Al Nassr, Oguejiofor will share the dressing room with global stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane.
Mane, who recently won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with Senegal, was among the first players to welcome the Nigerian midfielder to Riyadh.
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Al Nassr completed the signing as part of their plan to combine world-class stars with young and emerging talents. Meanwhile, Simoiben Football Academy celebrated another success story, as one of their graduates moves to the top level of the game.
The Kaduna-based academy is owned by Super Eagles winger Moses Simon and his wife, Ibukun. It has continued to build a strong reputation for developing young players, having earlier helped Benjamin Frederick secure a move to Brentford in 2024.
Simoiben Academy announced Oguejiofor’s transfer with pride, describing it as a major opportunity for the midfielder to show his talent on the global stage.
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Oguejiofor joins an Al Nassr side currently involved in a close Saudi Pro League title race. The club sits second on the table with 46 points from 19 matches, just one point behind leaders Al Hilal.
With ten league titles to their name, but none since the 2018–19 season, Al Nassr are eager to end their title drought. The Nigerian youngster is expected to be gradually integrated into the first-team squad.
The move also sees Oguejiofor make history at the club. He becomes only the third Nigerian player to represent Al Nassr, following former Super Eagles forwards Henry Makinwa and Ahmed Musa. Musa was part of the team that won the club’s most recent league title.
The winners of the Women’s Premier League 2026 final walked away with a prize cheque of Rs 6 crore, underlining the league’s growing financial stability and consistency at the top level of women’s franchise cricket. The amount mirrors the prize money awarded to Mumbai Indians after their title triumph in the 2025 final, reinforcing the BCCI’s commitment to maintaining strong incentives for excellence in the women’s game.Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who defeated Delhi Capitals by six wickets in a high-scoring final on Thursday, pocketed the Rs 6 crore prize after clinching their second WPL title. The runners-up, Delhi Capitals, once again fell short on the biggest stage despite reaching their fourth final, but still earned a significant financial reward for their campaign.
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RCB’s title win was built around a dominant batting display in a pressure chase. Captain Smriti Mandhana led from the front with a sublime 87 off 41 balls, while Georgia Voll produced a match-defining 79 off 54 deliveries. Their 165-run partnership for the second wicket laid the foundation for a record chase, as RCB overhauled Delhi’s imposing 203 for four with two balls to spare.Delhi Capitals had earlier posted a formidable total after Jemimah Rodrigues struck a fluent 57 off 37 balls and Chinelle Henry added late impetus with a rapid 35 off just 15 deliveries. Laura Wolvaardt and Lizelle Lee also chipped in with valuable contributions, but the total ultimately proved insufficient against RCB’s relentless response.With this victory, RCB joined Mumbai Indians as the most successful teams in the history of the Women’s Premier League, both having won multiple titles. The unchanged prize money from 2025 to 2026 reflects the league’s steady commercial footing rather than short-term inflation, a sign of structured growth rather than volatility.The Rs 6 crore purse not only rewards the champions but also highlights the WPL’s stature as one of the most lucrative domestic tournaments in women’s cricket. As the league continues to mature, the consistency in prize money and the quality of high-pressure finals point towards a sustainable model that continues to elevate the profile, competitiveness and earning potential of women cricketers in India and beyond.Also Visit: England Under-19 vs India Under-19 Final: Match Details, Teams, Date and Venue
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal made MLB history Thursday, reportedly winning an arbitration case that will pay him $32 million this season after his team proposed a $19 million salary.
Skubal, who won his second straight American League Cy Young Award in 2025, had a three-person salary arbitration panel rule in his favor, ESPN reported.
Skubal’s victory marks a new salary record awarded to a player in the arbitration system by $1 million. The New York Yankees avoided arbitration with Juan Soto in January 2024, awarding him a $31 million deal for that year.
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal reacts after giving up a hit against the Minnesota Twins in the fourth inning at Target Field in Minneapolis Aug. 14, 2025.(Jesse Johnson/Imagn Images)
Skubal had a unique position heading into arbitration with five-plus years of service time, while also being able to use the “special accomplishment” clause, which factors in winning Cy Young Awards. It allowed Skubal to compare his proposed salary not just to those who have faced arbitration, but the entire league.
As a result, Skubal could point to pitchers like Zack Wheeler ($42 million), Jacob deGrom ($38 million) and Gerrit Cole ($36 million) heading into 2026.
The Tigers’ previous arbitration high was $19.75 million paid out to David Price, another talented left-handed starter for the organization, to avoid a hearing in 2015.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal high-fives teammates in the dugout after a pitching change during the seventh inning at Comerica Park in Detroit May 14, 2025.(Junfu Han/USA Today Network via Imagn Images)
As for his future, Skubal will become a free agent at the end of the 2026 season, though lots can happen until then. This arbitration victory doesn’t necessarily guarantee he will spend the entire season in Detroit, especially considering the trade rumors that have swirled around the organization.
The Tigers did, however, bolster their chances at repeating as AL Central champions, acquiring veteran left-handed starter Framer Valdez via free agency. They inked a three-year, $115 million deal with Valdez Wednesday, hours before the panel’s decision on Skubal.
Now, Detroit heads into the season with one of the best one-two punches in a starting rotation in all of MLB.
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Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal pitches in the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Comerica Park in Detroit Sept. 6, 2025.(Rick Osentoski/Imagn Images)
After a fantastic 2024 campaign that ended with some much-deserved hardware, Skubal followed it up with an AL-leading 2.21 ERA over 195⅓ innings in 31 starts. He also struck out 241 batters, 13 more than his league-leading mark the previous year.
Feb 5, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Eric Gordon (23) controls the ball against the Miami Heat in the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
The Philadelphia 76ers traded veteran guard Eric Gordon to the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday for a 2032 second-round draft pick swap in 2032, multiple outlets reported.
The Sixers also land the rights to Justinian Jessup, according to NBC Sports Philadelphia. Jessup, who is playing for Bayern Munich in Germany, was a second-round draft pick by the Golden State Warriors in 2020, with his rights traded to the Grizzlies in July 2025.
Gordon, 37, was scoring 5.5 points in six games off the bench for the Sixers this season. In 18 career NBA seasons, including seven with the Houston Rockets, Gordon has averaged 15.2 points with 2.7 assists in 931 games (665 starts).
When the New York Rangers signed Artemi Panarin as an unrestricted free agent in 2019, they were hoping he would be a superstar who would help deliver them a Stanley Cup. And while the team and player both had moments over the past seven years, it’s fair to say they didn’t reach the heights once hoped for.
Over six full seasons with Panarin, the Rangers reached two conference finals, but won just four playoff series. Last year, New York missed the playoffs altogether, which in hindsight, began the countdown to Panarin’s departure.
The player, however, absolutely delivered on his $81.5-million contract. Since signing on with the Rangers, Panarin has been the NHL’s sixth-highest scorer with 607 points in 482 games, trailing only Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Nathan MacKinnon, Nikita Kucherov and David Pastrnak. He was a Hart Trophy finalist in the shortened 2019-20 season.
The Rangers’ path began to change last season when they traded out core players Jacob Trouba and Chris Kreider, but another bumpy journey through this year’s schedule forced the front office to act even more decisively. On Jan. 16, when New York was at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, the team released a letter to its fans (version 2.0) announcing a change in direction.
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“With our position in the standings and injuries to key players this season, we must be honest and realistic about our situation,” GM Chris Drury wrote. “We are not going to stand pat — a shift will give us the ability to be smart and opportunistic as we retool the team.
“This will not be a rebuild. This will be a retool built around our core players and prospects.”
On Nick Kypreos’ latest trade board, he listed Panarin, Mika Zibanejad and Braden Schneider as the top Rangers trade candidates who could go by March 6. As we got closer to the soft trade deadline before the Olympic break on Feb. 4, momentum was building toward an early Panarin trade.
His last game with the Rangers was on Jan. 26, a win over Boston in which he recorded an assist. But he was scratched for the next three games as the Rangers protected against injury and worked on finding a trade partner. On Wednesday, the deal finally came together after a wild 48 hours, as outlined by Elliotte Friedman.
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While the return at a glance might be underwhelming — prospect Liam Greentree plus conditional third- and fourth-round picks — it has to be remembered that Panarin had a full no-movement clause and desired an extension with a new team. That narrowed the market considerably. Still, although New York did not receive a first-round pick, Greentree was a first-round selection in 2024.
Shortly after the trade, Los Angeles signed Panarin to a two-year extension with an $11-million cap hit. He will turn 35 early next season, but the Kings craved an offensive difference-maker and locked one in. Still hoping to qualify for the playoffs and go on a run, Los Angeles is 28th in goals per game and 26th on the power play.
Panarin will not join the team for its last game before the break on Thursday night, but will be ready to go after the Olympics.
“He’s going to fly in here and be with us on the 18th (for practice), so there will be 10 days when coach can have some meetings and see who he’s got some chemistry with,” Kings GM Ken Holland told reporters.
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The Kings play with a tight defensive structure and while Holland said they won’t make a drastic change to that game plan so late in the season, Panarin will be given some freedom to do what he does best.
“We’re excited to have the talent. I think he’s going to help the power play. He plays like a centre in the O-zone,” Holland continued. “He moves the puck around and creates scoring chances for other people. So, obviously, we’re going to give him some freedom certainly in the O-zone.”
For more on the Panarin trade, scout Jason Bukala looks at what both New York and Los Angeles got out of it.
The rumours and chaos surrounding Panarin’s eventual landing spot apparently had many twists and turns before the Kings acquired him from the Rangers. I’m not surprised that Panarin wanted to go to Los Angeles. What surprises me is the fact he signed only a two-year extension with the Kings. He’s sort of betting on himself, considering he will be 36 years old when the deal expires with sights on playing beyond then.
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Here’s my breakdown of both sides of the trade:
To Los Angeles: Artemi Panarin
The Kings struggle to score goals and push offence. The addition of Panarin provides them with a top-tier offensive threat they desperately need to have a shot of moving up the Western Conference standings and advancing deep into the playoffs.
The Kings’ leading scorers are Adrian Kempe (20 goals, 26 assists), followed by Kevin Fiala (18 goals, 22 assists) and Quinton Byfield (11 goals, 19 assists), so Panarin immediately slots into their lineup as the top offensive weapon. He posted 19 goals and 38 assists with the Rangers before the trade while averaging nearly 21 minutes of ice time per game. He will provide a boost to the Kings’ 28th-ranked goals per game average (2.56) and 26th-ranked power play (16.5 per cent). Panarin’s two goals and 15 assists with the extra attacker equals Fiala’s output with the Kings. Panarin adds an extra dimension to the unit and makes the group more difficult to check.
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Panarin isn’t a burner in open ice. He’s in the bottom 50th percentile in speed with and without the puck on his stick, but he’s a volume shooter who knows how to find open ice in high-danger areas and cash in on his opportunities. Panarin still possesses one of the hardest, most accurate shots in the league. He’s in the 83rd percentile in terms of hardest shot (89.24 mph) and 97th percentile in terms of overall average velocity (63.81 mph).
As much as the Kings need Panarin to produce offence, they will hope he can more consistently lock down his game on the defensive side, too. He’s not going to kill penalties or run opponents over physically, but the team structure Los Angeles plays will demand Panarin adapts and improves on the minus-16 he had with the Rangers.
To New York Rangers: Liam Greentree, 2026 conditional third-rounder, conditional 2028 fourth-rounder
Greentree is the key piece heading to the Rangers. He’s a hulking winger who doesn’t shy away from using his six-foot-foot, 216-pound frame as an advantage. Greentree is a proven goal scorer in the OHL and a big part of the Windsor Spitifires offence. In his OHL career, Greentree has contributed 133 goals and 166 assists. He’s deployed in a variety of roles in Windsor and projects as a top-six power winger at the NHL level.
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Greentree’s skating is average-plus, and doesn’t concern me overall. He will keep pace at the pro level. The 26th-overall draft pick in 2024 by the Kings, Greentree will turn pro after this season but might require time in AHL Hartford to mold himself into the player the Rangers expect him to be when the team starts to climb back up the Eastern Conference standings.
Canadian-born pop star Tate McRae doubled down on her roots after fans were left outraged on social media by her support of Team USA in a recent ad promoting the Milan Cortina Olympics and Super Bowl LX.
McRae, who was born in Calgary, Alberta, appeared to intensify the sporting rivalry between Canada and the U.S. when she appeared in an ad for NBC. In the clip, shared on Instagram with her nine million followers, McRae expressed excitement about meeting U.S. athletes, including Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn.
Lindsey Vonn competes during the Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup women’s downhill at the Prampero Slope on Monte Lussari. The event took place in Tarvisio, Italy, on Jan. 17, 2026.(Mattia Ozbot/Getty Images)
“I’m trying to get to Milan for an amazing opening ceremony and meet Team USA,” she said in the ad. “Gonna spend the week with some of America’s best skating for gold and Lindsey Vonn’s epic comeback. And back to the states for the big game, Super Bowl LX,” she said in the commercial.
Amid rising political tensions between the two border nations – which made their way to the sporting world during the 4 Nations Face-Off, McRae’s support for Team USA did not appear to sit well with Canadians, who called her a “traitor” among other things.
But McRae took to social media to respond to the backlash, and perhaps reveal where her loyalties truly lie.
McRae posted a childhood picture of herself holding the Canadian flag with a caption that read, “… y’all know I’m Canada down.”
But not everyone on social media appeared to accept McRae’s response.
“Yeah, no. Her saying ‘Y’all’ says otherwise,” one person wrote on X.
Tate McRae performs onstage during the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena. The performance took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Sept. 19, 2025.(Kevin Winter/Getty Images for iHeartRadio)
“Well then why support the US team? Sometimes it is important to support your own country and not just go for the money and especially during times like this,” another added.
Backlash over McRae’s ad set the stage for escalating tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
Most recently in the skeleton competition, many Americans remain outraged over the absence of five-time Olympian Katie Uhlaender in Milan Cortina, after Team Canada was found to have manipulated an Olympic qualifier last month that prevented Uhlaender from being able to earn enough points to make this year’s Winter Games.
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Katie Uhlaender (U.S.) competes in the women’s skeleton event at the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games at the Olympic Sliding Center in Pyeongchang, South Korea, on Feb. 17, 2018.(James Lang/USA TODAY Sports)
Fox News Digital’s Jackson Thompson contributed to this report.
Taking to social media on Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Nigerian international reflected on his time at the club and expressed deep gratitude to everyone connected with Chippa United.
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“It was more than a family❤️. To my lovely teammates, dear coaches, amazing fans and best chairman in the world. As I stand here to say farewell, but more than a goodbye, I want to say thank you,” Nwabali wrote.
The goalkeeper described his time at the club as unforgettable, highlighting the moments that shaped his journey.
“The memories we’ve shared, the hard fought victories, the setbacks we turned into lessons, the laughs and the tears are moments I will carry with me forever,” he said.
Nwabali added that leaving the club does not end his emotional connection with it.
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“I leave with a heart full of gratitude and a lifetime of cherished memories. This isn’t just a farewell, it’s an appreciation for every moment you’ve given me. The lessons I’ve learned here will stay with me forever, and even though I may not wear the shirt anymore, a part of me will always remain with this club.”
The 28-year-old reserved special praise for the club chairman, describing him as a major influence in his career.
“To the club chairman, thank you for being such a father figure to me ❤️. Thank you for the honor of letting me be part of this story. I wish you all success and happiness in the seasons ahead,” he wrote.
Nwabali ended his message with a heartfelt sign-off.
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“Thank you — and farewell. Until we meet again.”
Chippa United earlier announced the departure of the Nigerian goalkeeper following his impressive performances for the Super Eagles at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Nwabali joined the club in 2022 from Katsina United and went on to establish himself as Chippa United’s first-choice goalkeeper.
Lando Norris has shared his admiration for how Max Verstappen goes racing, as he admits he’s still not at the level he needs to be. The reigning F1 champion is heading into the 2026 season hoping to defend his crown with McLaren. It also coincides with a change in regulations that will see the start of a completely different era in the sport.
We’re going to see completely new power units that will have a 50-50 split in terms of power produced by fuel and electric. The first pre-season test/shakedown is already done, and it once again showed that the top four teams have emerged more or less as the frontrunners. For Lando Norris himself, this is an opportunity to not only defend his title but also show what progress he’s made after winning his first championship in 2025.
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Often, however, Lando Norris does get compared to Max Verstappen, who is the benchmark in F1. The Dutch driver fell short of what would have been a fifth consecutive title in 2025 by just two points. Even then, the driver was considered the cream of the crop for the season.
Talking to the media, including PlanetF1, Lando Norris was questioned about his approach compared to Max Verstappen, to which the Brit admitted that both drivers had a slightly different way of approaching racing. He did, however, reveal that there were things he admired about Verstappen’s driving and knew he’s yet to reach the level he needs to be at. He said,
“It’s quite clear that I have a different mentality and a different approach to, say, what Max has. Good or bad, you decide. There are a lot of things that I still admire about Max, and I wish I had a little bit more of that, here and there. I’m always trying to improve my things. I know there are still areas where I’m not at the level I need to be. It’s still a good level but, when you’re fighting these guys, you need to be close to perfection.”
He added,
“So there are still plenty of things I want to work on and I want to be better at, but the baseline level of where I’m at now is already pretty good, and my motivation to win is exactly the same.”
Lando Norris opens up on his approach after becoming a world champion
It is often stated by many drivers in the past that winning a championship takes the burden off the shoulders, and once that box is ticked, things become much easier. Lando Norris, however, felt that his approach and his thought process have continued to be the same as they were in the past. He said,
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“Honestly, no. As much as I say that, I don’t feel any different coming into this season. I still feel like I just want to go out and win. I feel like there’s just quite a baseline feeling, and there consistently is.”
He added,
“I think just more, at the end of the day, if I don’t achieve something again, I always have something that I’m very proud about and I know is a huge achievement, but it certainly hasn’t taken away any ambition or desire to want to do it again, or to come into this season and go and not care about it.”
Heading into the 2026 F1 season, Lando Norris will be hoping McLaren has produced a competent package as he tries to defend his maiden world championship.
Although Seattle Seahawks rookie safety Nick Emmanwori suffered a low-ankle sprain during practice Wednesday, he told reporters Thursday that he’ll “be good to go” Sunday for Super Bowl LX against the New England Patriots.
Emmanwori, whom the Seahawks selected out of South Carolina in the second round of last year’s draft, has started the past 10 games for Seattle, including the playoffs.
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The injury he’s dealing with now is different than the high-ankle sprain he sustained in the season opener against the San Francisco 49ers that cost him the next three games.
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“Not sure how extensive, if at all, he’s going to practice,” Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald said Thursday, per The Athletic.
“But he’s confident. Got a great plan. Fully expect him to play. He’s doing great and moving around.”
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s captain Smriti Mandhana and teammate Georgia Voll (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil)
The Women’s Premier League has quickly established itself as a landmark tournament in women’s cricket, delivering high-quality competition, packed stadiums and memorable finals since its inception in 2023. In just four editions, the league has already produced a clear pattern of dominance, heartbreak and recurring rivalries.Mumbai Indians were the inaugural champions in 2023, setting the benchmark in the league’s first season. Led by a balanced squad and strong leadership, MI defeated Delhi Capitals in the final, beginning a trend that would see DC repeatedly fall short on the biggest stage.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru broke through in 2024, claiming their maiden WPL title by once again denying Delhi Capitals in the final. That defeat marked DC’s second straight runner-up finish, reinforcing their reputation as one of the most consistent teams without silverware.WPL winners list2023 – Mumbai Indians (Runner-up: Delhi Capitals)2024 – Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Runner-up: Delhi Capitals)2025 – Mumbai Indians (Runner-up: Delhi Capitals)2026 – Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Runner-up: Delhi Capitals)Mumbai Indians returned to the summit in 2025, lifting their second trophy and reaffirming their status as a powerhouse in the competition. For Delhi Capitals, the disappointment deepened as they finished runners-up for the third time in as many finals.The 2026 season followed a familiar script. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, inspired by captain Smriti Mandhana, lifted their second WPL title with a commanding six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in the final. Mandhana’s magnificent 87 off 41 balls, combined with Georgia Voll’s fluent 79 in a record 165-run stand, powered RCB to a memorable chase of 203. The victory also saw RCB draw level with Mumbai Indians as the most successful teams in WPL history.Despite valiant efforts from Jemimah Rodrigues, Chinelle Henry, Laura Wolvaardt and Lizelle Lee, Delhi Capitals once again stumbled at the final hurdle, finishing runners-up for the fourth time in four finals.
