The theory on why Red Bull F1 juniors struggle at the senior team – from a driver who's been there

After a tough season opener loss to Ohio State, Arch Manning led the Texas Longhorns to a 38-7 victory over San Jose State, throwing for four touchdowns and rushing for another. However, speculation arose about a possible shoulder injury after Manning grimaced while throwing, though coach Steve Sarkisian dismissed concerns about any arm pain. Want More Context? 🔎

Max Verstappen, fresh off his victory at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, will compete in the Nurburgring Endurance Series (NLS) in the Eifel Mountains, despite there being no Formula 1 race. This participation fulfills a long-held dream for the Red Bull driver, as noted by Helmut Marko, who remarked on Verstappen's intense focus on F1 in Italy. Want More Context? 🔎

Morocco has become the first African team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, followed by Tunisia, who secured their spot with a 1-0 victory over Equatorial Guinea, finishing their qualifying group with 22 points. This marks Tunisia's seventh appearance in the tournament. Want More Context? 🔎

For months, rumors have circulated about Max Verstappen's potential moves, including leaving Red Bull for Mercedes or quitting F1 altogether, fueled by his visible disengagement at race weekends. This discontent likely traces back to last year's performance decline, raising concerns about his future in the sport. Want More Context? 🔎

MotoGP will launch the 2026 season with a special event in Singapore, as confirmed by Autosport. Dorna and the 11 teams selected the city-state over Kuala Lumpur and Melbourne to host the series' collective season launch. Want More Context? 🔎

Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season saw underwhelming offensive performances, with many QBs struggling; standout moments included the Colts’ dominance and Aaron Rodgers leading the Steelers. Overreactions included concerns about Mike McDaniel’s job security after the Dolphins' embarrassing loss, the Lions' struggles without key coordinators, doubts about Bo Nix's progression, and optimism for Justin Fields as the Jets' future QB. Want More Context? 🔎