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Verstappen back on form with Sepang pole

2026 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia: Qualifying

Max Verstappen claims his first pole of 2026 at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, beating Lewis Hamilton by three tenths at Sepang.

Red Bull looms large during Sepang free practice

2026 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia: Free Practice

Kimi Antonelli tops final practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia at Sepang, edging out Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar.

Winners & Losers: From Baku

2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix

George Russell and Isack Hadjar shine while Franco Colapinto and Lando Norris struggle in our winners and losers from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Zverev secures the Laver Cup for Team Europe before Alcaraz’s eyes

2026 Laver Cup

Alexander Zverev beats Learner Tien 7-6(3), 6-3 to clinch the Laver Cup for Team Europe, 13-5 over Team World, at The O2 in London.

Power vs. Heart: La Natividad La Dolfina to clash with La Hache in high-stakes final

133rd Hurlingham Club Open: Semi-finals

La Natividad La Dolfina beat Las Monjitas 22-10 and La Hache edged Ellerstina 13-12 to set up the Hurlingham Open final on 3 October.

Resurgent Russell hits back in Baku

2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix: Race

George Russell holds off Max Verstappen by 0.1 seconds to win a dramatic Azerbaijan Grand Prix, as Kimi Antonelli recovers to fifth in Baku.

Rampant Russell a class apart in Baku qualifying

2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix: Qualifying

George Russell dominates qualifying to claim pole by 0.837 seconds at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, as championship leader Kimi Antonelli crashes out in Q1.

Mercedes on form after Baku free practice as Verstappen gives chase

2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix: Free Practice

Max Verstappen tops final practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, edging out George Russell and Lewis Hamilton ahead of qualifying.

Officine Universelle Buly: A vinegar with a thousand virtues

From rue Saint-Honoré to rue Bonaparte

The history of Officine Universelle Buly, from Jean-Vincent Bully's 1803 vinegar to Ramdane Touhami's revival as Buly 1803 in Paris.

The Ultimate Challenge Begins: The Triple Corona gets underway in Argentina

The world's most prestigious polo series returns to Argentina

The Argentine Triple Crown begins with the Hurlingham Open as La Natividad La Dolfina, led by Adolfo Cambiaso, chase a second straight sweep.

Rybakina lifts first US Open title as Zverev prepares for home hero Shelton

2026 US Open

Elena Rybakina beats Aryna Sabalenka to win the US Open in New York, as Ben Shelton reaches his first Grand Slam final against Alexander Zverev.

Antonelli secures clinical win in Madrid

2026 Spanish Grand Prix: Race

Kimi Antonelli beats Max Verstappen and Lando Norris to win the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at Madring, extending his championship lead to 81 points.

Antonelli in control during Madrid free practice

2026 Spanish Grand Prix: Free Practice

Kimi Antonelli tops every free practice session at Formula 1's brand-new Madring circuit ahead of the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid.

Antonelli completes legendary comeback to take victory at Monza

2026 Italian Grand Prix: Race

Kimi Antonelli storms from 19th on the grid to victory at the Italian Grand Prix, becoming Monza's first Italian winner since 1966.

Gasly shocks paddock with maiden career pole in Monza

2026 Italian Grand Prix: Qualifying

Pierre Gasly claims a stunning maiden Formula 1 pole position at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, edging out George Russell and Oscar Piastri.

Russell makes hay in free practice at Monza

2026 Italian Grand Prix: Free Practice

George Russell tops all three Italian Grand Prix practice sessions at Monza as Ferrari debuts a special Schumacher tribute livery.

The Joy of Things Made Well: Ettinger and the Bridle Hide Wallet

In conversation with CEO Robert Ettinger

Ettinger CEO Robert Ettinger on the story behind the Bridle Hide Wallet, British craftsmanship, and nearly a century of family leatherwork.

Winners & Losers: From Zandvoort

2026 Dutch Grand Prix

Lando Norris wins a dramatic Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort as Max Verstappen crashes out on lap one; Antonelli holds his championship lead.

Antonelli ahead after free practice at Zandvoort

2026 Dutch Grand Prix: Free Practice

Kimi Antonelli topped free practice at the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix ahead of Lando Norris, in what will be Zandvoort's final year on the calendar.

Dege & Skinner: The reason for it

In conversation with Managing Director William Skinner

William Skinner of Dege & Skinner discusses bespoke tailoring, craft training and 160 years on Savile Row in this Living Sports interview.

Winners & Losers: From the Hungaroring

2026 Hungarian Grand Prix

Lando Norris and Max Verstappen shine at the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix, while Oscar Piastri, Ferrari and Cadillac all have races to forget.

Norris reigns supreme after absorbing Hungarian Grand Prix

2026 Hungarian Grand Prix: Race

Lando Norris claimed his first win of 2026 at the Hungarian Grand Prix, as Kimi Antonelli extended his championship lead to 50 points.

Norris snatches surprise pole in Hungary

2026 Hungarian Grand Prix: Qualifying

Lando Norris snatched pole from Lewis Hamilton by 0.012s at the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix, as penalties scrambled the grid behind him.

Norris takes top honours in Hungarian free practice as Ferrari look strong

2026 Hungarian Grand Prix: Free Practice

Lando Norris topped final free practice ahead of the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix, with Ferrari and Mercedes both showing strong pace at Budapest.

Winners & Losers: From Spa

2026 Belgian Grand Prix

A driver-by-driver breakdown of the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix, from Kimi Antonelli's title-defining win to George Russell's costly DNF at Spa.

Antonelli soars to victory in Spa

2026 Belgian Grand Prix: Race

Kimi Antonelli held off Charles Leclerc to win the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa, extending his championship lead to 45 points after a late VSC.

Gaston lifts the Cowdray Gold Cup for the first time

Chilean’s Jean Paul Luksic side beat six-time champion Dubai 9-8 at Cowdray Park to claim the Cowdray Gold Cup for the first time, in a final decided by the clash of Heguy cousins Cruz and Antonio

Gaston beat six-time champion Dubai 9-8 to win the 2026 British Open at Cowdray Park, with Cruz Heguy named MVP over cousin Antonio.

Sinner defends his Wimbledon crown as Linda Nosková brings the thrills to Centre Court

2026 The Championships, Wimbledon

Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev to defend his Wimbledon crown, as Linda Nosková came back to beat Karolína Muchová for her first Slam title.

Heguy vs Heguy: Dubai and Gaston decide the British Open

The tournament's only unbeaten side against the team that recovered from an early stumble. This Sunday, at Cowdray Park, Antonio and Cruz Heguy — teammates during the Argentine season — face each other for the British Open

Cousins Antonio and Cruz Heguy face off as Dubai meet Gaston in the 2026 British Open Gold Cup final at Cowdray Park on Sunday, July 19.

The Carlyle: The corner Manhattan could not change

A New York Icon on Madison Avenue

Inside The Carlyle, the Madison Avenue hotel that has remained unchanged since 1930 — from Bemelmans Bar's murals to Bobby Short's 36-year residency.

Leclerc ecstatic, Antonelli distraught after Silverstone stunner

2026 British Grand Prix: Race

Charles Leclerc claimed Ferrari's 250th win at the 2026 British Grand Prix, as title contender Kimi Antonelli crashed out of a shock result.

Antonelli surges clear en route to Silverstone pole

2026 British Grand Prix: Qualifying

Kimi Antonelli claimed his fifth pole of 2026 at the British Grand Prix, ahead of a Ferrari front row with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton.

Antonelli prevails in busy Silverstone sprint

2026 British Grand Prix: Sprint Race

Kimi Antonelli passed Lewis Hamilton to win a chaotic British Grand Prix sprint at Silverstone, extending his championship lead to 43 points.

Hamilton surges to Silverstone sprint pole

2026 British Grand Prix: Sprint Qualifying

Lewis Hamilton edged Kimi Antonelli by 0.011s to claim sprint pole at Silverstone for the 2026 British Grand Prix, extending his home-track dominance.

Resilient Russell takes victory in Austria

2026 Austrian Grand Prix: Race

George Russell held off Max Verstappen to win the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix, closing the championship gap on teammate Kimi Antonelli.

Russell keeps the Ferraris at bay after qualifying in Austria

2026 Austrian Grand Prix: Qualifying

George Russell held off both Ferraris to claim pole for the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen crashing out in Q3.

Mercedes outrun Ferrari in Austria free practice

2026 Austrian Grand Prix: Free Practice

Mercedes led both Kimi Antonelli and George Russell to the top of Austrian Grand Prix free practice, with Ferrari and Red Bull in pursuit.

Scarlett Fever: Analysing Hamilton’s breakthrough Barcelona win

How Ferrari's strategy and Hamilton's pace combined to silence the sceptics

A breakdown of how Ferrari's strategy and Lewis Hamilton's pace delivered his maiden win in red at the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix.

The St. Regis Cowdray Gold Cup gets under way: 70 years of history and 19 teams chasing the title

A new-look format and the leading high-goal sides, all the way to the July final

Cowdray Gold Cup 2026 opens its 70th edition on 23 June, with La Hechicera, La Dolfina and 17 rivals competing for the British Open title.

How Lacoste is turning tennis heritage into cultural relevance, from Madrid to Paris

In conversation with José Miguel Seijo

Lacoste CEO for EMEA José Miguel Seijo on the brand's tennis sponsorship strategy, from the Mutua Madrid Open pop-ups to Roland Garros.

Balanz Capital, the great champion of the Cartier Queen's Cup

Claudio Porcel's unbeaten side thrashed Aureus 17-7 at Guards

Balanz Capital beat Aureus 17-7 to win the 2026 Cartier Queen's Cup at Guards Polo Club, completing an unbeaten campaign in their first season. Camilo Castagnola.

Aureus and Balanz Capital play for the crown at Guards

Whoever wins Sunday lifts their first Queen's Cup ever

Aureus and Balanz Capital meet in the Cartier Queen's Cup final at Guards Polo Club on 14 June, with both teams chasing their first ever title.

Hamilton triumphs for the first time in red after commanding Barcelona drive

2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix: Race

Lewis Hamilton won the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix for Ferrari, his 106th career victory and first in red, as Antonelli retired with three laps to go.

Russell hits back with vital Barcelona pole

2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix: Qualifying

George Russell took pole at the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix, over two tenths clear of Hamilton, as Leclerc crashed out of Q3 in tenth.

Russell leads the way after Barcelona free practice as McLaren enter the fray

2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix: Free Practice

Russell topped two of three Barcelona free practice sessions, 68 points off the championship lead, as McLaren emerged as Mercedes' closest rival.

Queen's Cup: Four dreams chasing glory at Windsor

Guards Polo Club's marquee tournament reaches its decisive stage

La Dolfina, Aureus, Balanz Capital and Dubai contest the Cartier Queen's Cup semi-finals at Guards Polo Club, Windsor on 10 June 2026.

Zverev breaks the spell in Paris as Andreeva crowns a new generation at Roland Garros

2026 Roland Garros: Finals

Zverev won his first Grand Slam at 29 in Paris, a day after Mirra Andreeva, 19, became Roland Garros' youngest champion since 1992.

Antonelli masters Monaco after action-packed grand prix

2026 Monaco Grand Prix: Race

Kimi Antonelli wins the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, becoming the youngest ever winner at Monte Carlo. Hamilton second, Hadjar third amid post-race drama.

Antonelli grabs pole after vibrant Monaco qualifying

2026 Monaco Grand Prix: Qualifying

Kimi Antonelli takes pole at the Monaco Grand Prix 2026 qualifying with a 1:12.051 lap, edging Verstappen by 0.043 seconds. Hamilton starts third.

Antonelli hustles flying Ferrari’s in Monaco free practice

2026 Monaco Grand Prix: Free Practice

Kimi Antonelli topped FP3 ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, with Ferrari setting the pace across all three sessions. Full free practice results and session analysis.

The most unpredictable Grand Slam in a decade?

2026 Roland Garros: Midpoint Stories

From Sinner's heat collapse to Fonseca's demolition of Djokovic and Ruud, Roland Garros 2026 has rewritten every prediction. Living Sports on the quarter-final contenders, the Ukrainian story and what the draw holds.

Antonelli capitalises on Russell’s misfortune to make it four in a row in Canada

2026 Canadian Grand Prix: Race

Kimi Antonelli won the Canadian Grand Prix 2026 to become the first driver in Formula 1 history to win his opening four races consecutively. Russell retired with engine failure on lap 29, handing Antonelli a 10.7-second victory at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.

Searing final run yields Canadian Grand Prix pole for Russell

2026 Canadian Grand Prix: Qualifying

George Russell claimed pole position at the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix with a stunning final lap in Q3, beating championship leader Kimi Antonelli by six hundredths of a second. Norris third, Hamilton fifth after an error at turn seven at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.

Russell keeps his cool to win feisty Canada sprint

2026 Canadian Grand Prix: Sprint Race

George Russell won the Canadian Grand Prix sprint race 2026 at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, holding off a charging Kimi Antonelli who twice ran wide attempting to pass. Antonelli's championship lead over Russell is now cut to 18 points.

Russell hits back with commanding Canada Sprint Pole

2026 Canadian Grand Prix: Sprint Qualifying

Russell claimed Canadian GP sprint qualifying pole ahead of championship leader Kimi Antonelli, with McLaren's Norris and Piastri locking out row two. Verstappen struggled with bouncing to qualify seventh, Alonso crashed out in SQ1.

Mercedes pull clear after eventful Canadian Grand Prix free practice

2026 Canadian Grand Prix: Free Practice

Kimi Antonelli set the fastest time in Canadian Grand Prix free practice, a tenth clear of George Russell at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. Mercedes led the field with a package of upgrades including a new front wing, as McLaren and Ferrari gave chase.

Jannik Sinner makes history in Rome as Svitolina ends eight-year title drought

2026 Rome Open: Finals

Jannik Sinner beat Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-4 to complete the Career Golden Masters in Rome, becoming only the second player after Djokovic to win all nine ATP Masters 1000 events. Elina Svitolina defeated Coco Gauff to end an eight-year title drought at the Foro Italico.

Sinner chases history, Darderi lives a dream and Gauff finds her way back to a Masters 1000 final

2026 Rome Open: Midpoint

Sinner chases tennis history, Darderi delivers the week's great upset and Sabalenka exits early at the Rome Open 2026. A full review of the Foro Italico semifinals and what each result means ahead of Roland Garros.

A much-anticipated English high goal season is underway

The world's best, back on English soil

The 2026 English high goal polo season is underway, with the Prince of Wales Trophy and Trippetts Challenge opening play ahead of the Queen's Cup and Cowdray Gold Cup. Nineteen teams compete across Guards Polo Club and Cowdray Park through July.

Antonelli triumphs in action-packed Miami thriller

2026 Miami Grand Prix: Race

Kimi Antonelli won the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, securing his third consecutive victory and extending his championship lead to 20 points. The Mercedes teenager dominated despite gear shift issues in the closing laps. Discover the chaotic race, Piastri's podium, and Verstappen's recovery.

Antonelli a class apart in Miami en route to third successive pole

2026 Miami Grand Prix: Qualifying

Kimi Antonelli takes his third consecutive pole at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, matching Senna and Schumacher in F1 history. His Q3 performance proved untouchable as Max Verstappen qualified second, three tenths back. Charles Leclerc was third, while George Russell battled grip issues to fifth.

Norris streaks clear in absorbing Miami Sprint

2026 Miami Grand Prix: Sprint Race

Lando Norris led start to finish at the 2026 Miami sprint as McLaren's upgrades proved effective. Oscar Piastri finished second. Antonelli's bad start and post-race penalty dropped him to sixth. Verstappen battled brake issues and poor launches, demonstrating Red Bull's ongoing struggles at Miami.

Norris storms to sprint pole in Miami as McLaren hit form

2026 Miami Grand Prix: Sprint Qualifying

Lando Norris ended Mercedes' pole monopoly with a scorching final lap to take sprint pole at the Miami Grand Prix 2026, beating Kimi Antonelli. Piastri third, Hamilton seventh, Verstappen fifth at Hard Rock Stadium.

Leclerc leads the way after sole free practice session in Miami Grand Prix

2026 Miami Grand Prix: Free Practice

Charles Leclerc set the pace in Miami's sole practice session, nearly three tenths clear of Max Verstappen. Ferrari's upgrade package, revised floor, new front and rear wings, showed promise. Red Bull's struggles continued despite changes, while McLaren introduced significant upgrades with Oscar Piastri third.

Pilot reigns again in Wellington: Third U.S. Open crown caps a dominant season

2026 U.S. Open: Final

Pilot claims its third U.S. Open Polo Championship title, defeating BTA 15-10 in Wellington. Camilo Castagnola captures his first major U.S. title while 18-year-old Lorenzo Chavanne earns MVP honors with 44 goals. Discover how Curtis Pilot's experience and young talent delivered another dominant season victory.

Pilot's reign meets BTA's dream debut

2026 U.S. Open: Semi-finals

The 2026 U.S. Open Polo Championship final features Pilot defending their crown against BTA in their historic Gauntlet debut. Pilot seeks their third title with Castagnola and Chavanne, while BTA chases their first championship with Panelo's experience.

Last Gasp Reprieve: How Niki Lauda beat the odds to become a triple world champion

The relevance of 1984 reexamined

Niki Lauda's 1984 Formula 1 season remains F1's greatest upset. Facing faster teammate Alain Prost at McLaren, Lauda won the world championship by just half a point through race craft, experience, and mechanical sympathy. Discover the lessons for Lewis Hamilton's 2026 Ferrari campaign.

The Gauntlet reaches its decisive stage: Four teams, two spots in the U.S. Open final

2026 US Open Semifinals

Four elite teams compete for two spots in the 2026 U.S. Open Polo Championship final. La Dolfina/Tamera face BTA in one semifinal, while Pilot battles Coca-Cola in the other. Discover the key players, tactical approaches, and what's at stake in the deciding semifinals of the Gauntlet of Polo

A Vision In Cake: Hotel Sacher Vienna celebrates its 150th anniversary

A legacy built on detail

Hotel Sacher Vienna celebrates 150 years of iconic hospitality. Discover how Franz Sacher's legendary torte became a global symbol of luxury, and the hotel's commitment to detail, heritage, and people have made it one of the world's most distinguished luxury destinations in Austria.

The opening chapter of clay at the sport’s most prestigious theatre

2026 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters

The 2026 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters opens the ATP clay season at tennis' most prestigious venue. Sinner and Alcaraz converge on Monaco, where 128 years of heritage meet elite sport. Monaco combines tennis prestige with F1 elites during the calendar's rare F1 pause, creating a unique gathering of sporting royalty.

Pilot turned the tide and claimed the 2026 USPA Gold Cup

2026 USPA Gold Cup: Final

Pilot won the 2026 USPA Gold Cup, defeating La Dolfina Scone 10-6 in Wellington after a dominant second-half comeback. Lorenzo Chavanne earned MVP honors with six goals. Curtis Pilot's third title completes the second leg of the Gauntlet of Polo.

Sinner and Sabalenka seal the Sunshine Double as the clay season beckons

2026 Miami Open: Finals

Jannik Sinner sealed the Miami Open Sunshine Double, defeating Lehecka 6-4, 6-4 while extending his 34-set winning streak. Aryna Sabalenka defeated Gauff 6-2, 6-3, 6-4 to become the fifth woman achieving the Sunshine Double. Both champions transition to clay season ahead of Monte Carlo.

Antonelli tops championship table after emphatic Suzuka win

2026 Japanese Grand Prix: Race

Kimi Antonelli won the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka, taking the championship lead at 19 years old. The Mercedes teenager recovered from a poor start to dominate after a safety car reshuffle, finishing 13.7 seconds clear. Antonelli became the first Italian to take back-to-back wins since Alberto Ascari in 1953.

Antonelli untroubled in Japan en route to second consecutive pole

2026 Japanese Grand Prix: Qualifying

Antonelli took pole for the Japanese Grand Prix, his second consecutive pole after winning in China. The Mercedes teenager beat George Russell by over three tenths at Suzuka. Oscar Piastri qualified third for McLaren, with Charles Leclerc fourth. Antonelli's dominance signals a potential intra-team battle this season.

Silver Arrows streak clear after enticing Suzuka free practice

2026 Japanese Grand Prix: Free Practice

Mercedes led free practice at the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka, with George Russell fastest in FP1 and Kimi Antonelli setting the weekend's quickest lap in FP3. McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull all within range for qualifying.

Pilot vs Dutta Corp and La Dolfina Clash in Wellington

2026 USPA Gold Cup: Semi-finals

The 2026 USPA Gold Cup semifinals at the National Polo Center in Wellington, Florida pit Pilot against Dutta Corp and La Dolfina Scone against La Dolfina Tamera. A preview of the Gauntlet of Polo's decisive matchups.

Three things you need to know as the tournament begins

2026 Miami Open

Three things to know as the 2026 Miami Open begins at Hard Rock Stadium: the tournament's move from Crandon Park, how Florida humidity shapes results and why the Alcaraz-Fonseca clash is the draw's first defining test.

Sinner and Sabalenka crowned champions in Tennis Paradise 2026

2026 Indian Wells: Finals

Jannik Sinner won the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells 2026, beating Daniil Medvedev 7-6, 7-6 in a final decided by two tie-breaks. Aryna Sabalenka claimed the women's title over Elena Rybakina after saving a championship point in the third set.

Antonelli claims emotional maiden win, while revitalised Hamilton claims first podium in red

2026 Chinese Grand Prix: Race

Kimi Antonelli claimed his maiden Formula 1 victory at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, becoming the second youngest winner in F1 history at 19 years old. George Russell finished second, while Lewis Hamilton secured his first podium for Ferrari in third, capping an emotional Shanghai weekend for Mercedes and the Scuderia.

Antonelli surges to record breaking pole in Shanghai

2026 Chinese Grand Prix: Qualifying

Kimi Antonelli became F1's youngest ever pole-sitter at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, beating George Russell by two tenths in Shanghai.

Russell vanquishes the Ferraris after thrilling Shanghai sprint

2026 Chinese Grand Prix: Sprint Race

George Russell won the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix sprint race in Shanghai, repassing Lewis Hamilton on lap five after a memorable battle. Leclerc second, Hamilton third as Ferrari proved competitive in race trim at the Shanghai International Circuit.

Russell untroubled en route to commanding sprint pole in China

2026 Chinese Grand Prix: Sprint Qualifying

George Russell topped every session to take pole for the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race, edging teammate Kimi Antonelli by three tenths.

Mercedes top the timesheets in Shanghai free practice with Russell ahead of Antonelli

2026 Chinese Grand Prix: Free Practice

George Russell topped Chinese Grand Prix free practice ahead of teammate Kimi Antonelli, with Ferrari's new rear wing drawing attention.

Alcaraz dominates Indian Wells as Draper and Tien impress at Masters

2026 Indian Wells: Midpoint

Carlos Alcaraz dominates at Indian Wells 2026 as Jack Draper, Learner Tien and Vicky Mboko impress, with Sabalenka and Swiatek eyeing a rematch.

Russell strikes decisive first blow after dramatic season opener

2026 Australian Grand Prix: Race

George Russell held off Charles Leclerc to win a dramatic 2026 Formula 1 season opener in Melbourne, with Kimi Antonelli recovering to second.

Melbourne qualifying sees Russell streak clear as Verstappen crashes out

2026 Australian Grand Prix: Qualifying

George Russell claimed pole for the 2026 Australian Grand Prix as Max Verstappen crashed out, handing Kimi Antonelli's Mercedes a lifeline.

Russell prevails in opening free practice with Mercedes looking strong down under

2026 Australian Grand Prix: Free Practice

George Russell topped opening practice for the 2026 Formula 1 season in Melbourne, as Mercedes looked strong ahead of qualifying.

F1 2026 Bahrain pre-season testing: Key takeaways ahead of the season opener

2026 Bahrain pre-season testing: Analysis

A team-by-team breakdown of Formula 1's final 2026 pre-season test in Bahrain, from McLaren and Mercedes to Ferrari's new rear wing.

Indian Wells opens two weeks of world-class tennis as the BNP Paribas Open returns to California

2026 Indian Wells: Kickoff

As the BNP Paribas Open returns to Indian Wells, we look at why it's called Tennis Paradise, the "fifth Grand Slam," and its complicated history.

The highs and lows of F1’s pre-season so far: Who lies where after the first Bahrain test?

2026 Bahrain pre-season testing: Analysis

Living Sports' analysis of 2026 F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain reveals early contenders among new regulations. McLaren leads with trouble-free running, Red Bull impresses with power units, Mercedes struggles with balance, and Aston Martin lags dangerously behind. Discover where all 11 teams stand before Melbourne.

Casa Fagliano: The art of a name

In conversation with Eduardo Fagliano

Meet Eduardo Fagliano, fourth-generation custodian of Casa Fagliano, Argentina's legendary polo bootmaker. Learn how the family's commitment to quality, artisanal craftsmanship, and personal relationships with clients has made their handcrafted boots the choice of polo's elite worldwide.

Carlos Alcaraz becomes the youngest men’s player to complete a Career Grand Slam

2026 Australian Open: Men's Final

Carlos Alcaraz beat Novak Djokovic in four sets to become the youngest men's player ever to complete a Career Grand Slam at the 2026 Australian Open.

Elena Rybakina dethrones Sabalenka to claim Australian Open 2026 title

2026 Australian Open: Women's Final

Elena Rybakina overcame Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to claim her first Australian Open title and second Grand Slam crown, aged 26.

The faces shaping the first week of tennis

2026 Australian Open

A midpoint look at the 2026 Australian Open, from Alcaraz and Sinner's progress to Gauff, Andreeva and Anisimova shaping the women's draw.

Ready, Set, Serve: Melbourne welcomes a full house for the season’s first Grand Slam

2026 Australian Open

Iga Swiatek chases a Career Grand Slam and Alcaraz meets Sinner again as the 2026 Australian Open begins, with Sabalenka the player to beat.

Five things you need to know before tuning into the Happy Slam

Australian Open

From Alcaraz's coaching change to Sabalenka's title bid and Djokovic's record, five key storylines heading into the 2026 Australian Open.

Trying Times: The top 5 worst drivers of 2025

On performance at the highest level

Living Sports ranks the five worst-performing Formula 1 drivers of 2025, from Lewis Hamilton's difficult Ferrari debut to Jack Doohan's mid-season axing.

A Name To Remember: Learner Tien, the Next Gen ATP champion in Jeddah

2025 Next Gen ATP: Finals

Learner Tien beat Alexander Blockx to win the 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah, capping a breakout season under coach Michael Chang.

Cream Of The Crop: Ranking the standout drivers of 2025

On performance at the highest level

Living Sports ranks the five standout Formula 1 drivers of 2025, led by champion Lando Norris and a title-chasing Max Verstappen.

The Talent Takes Center Stage: Next Gen ATP Finals close the 2025 season in Jeddah

2025 Next Gen ATP

Learner Tien returns as favourite at the 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah, the same stage where Alcaraz and Sinner first lifted trophies.