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McLaren will enter the World Endurance Championship's Hypercar division in 2027, with United Autosports managing the factory team. The British outfit will field two LMDh hybrid prototypes under the McLaren United AS banner, marking their transition from successful LMP2 competition to the Hypercar category. More Context

The World Endurance Championship will maintain its eight-race calendar in 2026, featuring the same events and excluding Silverstone. Additionally, the Le Mans 24 Hours will coincide with Formula 1’s Barcelona race, as announced by the Automobile Club de l’Quest during a press conference. More Context

Malcolm Wilson has been elected as the FIA Deputy President for Sport during the FIA's Extraordinary General Assembly in Macau, following a nomination by FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem. He fills the position previously held by Robert Reid, who resigned due to concerns over a 'standards breakdown' within the organization. More Context

After replacing Liam Lawson at Red Bull, Yuki Tsunoda has struggled to achieve competitive lap times in the RB21, continuing a trend of underperformance that has persisted since Daniel Ricciardo's departure for Renault in 2019. Unlike Ricciardo, who was competitive with teammate Max Verstappen, Tsunoda has yet to find his footing in the team. More Context

This summer, Bradley Barcola's potential transfer from PSG has garnered interest from Bayern Munich and Liverpool; however, reports suggest he is not leaving the club as he remains integral to their plans. Despite Bayern's pursuit of Barcola as a top target, PSG is unwilling to part with him, focusing instead on maintaining their squad depth. More Context

The University of Texas boasts a thriving athletic program, especially in football, generating $204.7 million in 2024. Quarterback Arch Manning leads the team with the highest NIL Valuation of $6.8 million, followed by Ryan Wingo and Colin Simmons at $1.5 million each, while several others exceed $500,000, reflecting the Longhorns' recent success in the College Football Playoffs. More Context