NBA at 'least a couple years away from launching' NBA Europe league, Adam Silver says

The Texas Longhorns are making waves with their bold recruiting strategy, showcasing Lamborghinis outside their football facilities during visits from top high school prospects. This year’s display attracted around 14 to 15 elite recruits, including five-star running back Ezavier Crowell and four-star quarterback Kavian Bryant, highlighting Texas's commitment to leveraging NIL opportunities, which has led to partnerships with Lamborghini Austin for several players. While the flashy approach has sparked mixed reactions, it underscores Texas's determination...

Toyota topped the times at the Le Mans Test Day, marking the start of track running ahead of next weekend’s double-points round of the World Endurance Championship. Brendon Hartley led the way in the h3Toyota GR010 HYBRID Le Mans Hypercar with a time of 3m26.246s, achieved early in the second of two three-hour sessions on the full Circuit de la Sarthe at Le Mans. This performance placed him half a second ahead of the competition,...

Nate Schmidt joined the Panthers following their first Stanley Cup title, feeling pressure to replace lost defensemen. Initially uncertain about his role, he eventually adapted to the team's system and rediscovered his playing style, contributing significantly during the playoffs. Coach Paul Maurice praised Schmidt for integrating well and bringing positive energy to the locker room, as he excelled in the Stanley Cup Final, showcasing his skills and helping the team maintain high expectations for success....

After starting strong with three podium finishes, including a victory in Austin, Pecco Bagnaia's performance took a downturn beginning with the French Grand Prix, where he finished 16th. This negative trend continued at the British Grand Prix with a crash and persisted in the Aragón sprint, resulting in a disappointing 12th place finish. As a two-time MotoGP champion, Bagnaia has requested support from Ducati to address his ongoing struggles on the track. Full Article

Four-time British Touring Car Championship winner Ash Sutton delivered an impressive performance to secure victory in the second race of the day at Thruxton. After starting fourth due to issues in the first race, Sutton skillfully maneuvered his NAPA-liveried Alliance Racing Ford Focus ST between Dan Cammish and Josh Cook, who started second and third, respectively, and then overtook poleman Tom Ingram. This win highlights Sutton's racing prowess and ability to capitalize on opportunities during...

Last summer, Simone Resta had the rare opportunity to tend to his garden for the first time in 23 years, although his main focus was on relocating to the UK to join Mercedes as strategic development director. This move was announced in March, shortly after his return to Maranello from a secondment at Haas. Resta's transition marks a significant career shift as he takes on a pivotal role within the Mercedes team. Full Article