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Two exotic performance cars explode off the line in a drag race

The Mercedes-AMG GT and Ferrari 488 Pista bring two distinct approaches to high-performance driving to the drag strip. With the AMG’s aggressive character facing Ferrari’s track-focused engineering, both cars deliver an exciting combination of power, speed, and unmistakable exhaust sound as they prepare to launch. Once the action begins, the two performance machines accelerate down the strip in a thrilling display of straight-line performance. The combination of a tuned Mercedes-AMG GT and the lightweight, twin-turbocharged Ferrari 488 Pista makes this drag racing encounter a compelling watch for fans of exotic cars and high-speed competition.

I hooked a giant on a popper 😱

Topwater fishing during the shad spawn — the topwater bite is hot. Lures used: popper and Bull Shad. Gear: 7' St. Croix Avid rod, Lew’s Magnesium reel, 17 lb line. #Topwater #ShadSpawn #Fishing

NFL legend Emmitt Smith jumps to defense of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce

The NFL great weighed in on the backlash Swift has faced from fans while attending Chiefs games, where networks often opt to direct much of their attention to the pop superstar in her suite.

Nerveless Trey Nyoni says he models game on Thiago as he eyes first league start for Liverpool

The 19-year-old believes he has a stone-cold calmness and is thankful for the trust instilled in him by boss Andoni Iraola.

AFL and GAA to work through the opportunities and challenges in a really open way

Senior AFL figures have met GAA chiefs in Croke Park this week.

Conor McGregor's mega announcement takes unexpected turn amid UFC return wait

Three months on from the knee injury that cut short his UFC return in 69 seconds, Conor McGregor is targeting International Fight Week 2027 in Las Vegas for his comeback, with a trilogy against Max Holloway at the top of his wish list.

Aimee Mackin: Shane O’Neills sensed that this year was different

In 2009, Shane O'Neills had no senior ladies team. At the weekend, they hope to carve a pathway towards an Ulster Senior semi-final.

Gary Neville predicts Man Utd victory over Leeds

Gary Neville has made his prediction for Sunday’s feisty Premier League clash between his former side, Manchester United, and Leeds United. It has been a turbulent few weeks for Michael Carrick’s side, who are now winless in their last five matches in all competitions after a midweek defeat to Atletico Madrid. The turmoil around the club only inten...

Giants running back usage makes zero sense

'Mikel, I'm sorry. It's impossible': inside Merino's open letter from Arsenal's title season

The Arsenal and Spain midfielder’s new piece on The Players’ Tribune details the February foot fracture no specialist had seen before, the dressing-room meeting he says delivered the title, and the four people the letter is written for.

Three Premier League clubs eye Thomas Frank as managerial pressure mounts – report

Bournemouth have discussed Thomas Frank internally as a possible successor to Marco Rose, Football Insider reports, with Crystal Palace said to be pushing in the same direction.

The new Alfa Romeo looks like Italian drama got a fresh redesign

The video gives a first look at Alfa Romeo’s latest model, highlighting its bold styling, premium details, and unmistakable Italian character.

Sean Payton filmed kissing Charissa Thompson in awkward sideline moment on Thursday Night Football

The bizarre interaction occurred during a pregame interview on Amazon Prime ahead of the Denver Broncos' Week 6 clash against the Seattle Seahawks.

‘They’re treated as an afterthought and with a lack of empathy, a lack of respect’

St Pat’s boss Stephen Kenny lashes out at scheduling as his side face three games in seven days after none in the last 27.

McInnes admits Rangers don't need any new blood in January for title push

Derek McInnes says he shares Andrew Cavenagh's desire for a calm January transfer window at Rangers.

NFL WAGs rich list: A pageant queen, MAGA mom and secret girlfriend

The old saying goes 'behind every successful man, there is a woman.' These women didn't need men to find their own success.

Watch what happens when engineers let AI drive a real race car

A2RL's autonomous race cars are proving that AI can control a 550-horsepower single-seater at incredible speeds, but racing without a human driver is far more difficult than simply completing a fast lap. Using lidar, radar, cameras, advanced simulations, and sophisticated control algorithms, the cars can push close to the limits of grip while making thousands of decisions every second. Their biggest challenge isn't speed-it's predicting and reacting to other cars during wheel-to-wheel racing. This video explores the remarkable technology powering autonomous motorsport and why human drivers still hold a crucial advantage.

South African rugby player dies day before facing Ronan O’Gara’s La Rochelle

South African rugby player Hyron Andrews has died aged 31 on the eve of the Lions’ Champions Cup game against Ronan O’Gara’s La Rochelle in France. According to reports in France, Andrews was pronounced dead on Friday morning after he was found unresponsive in his hotel room. Andrews had a very accomplished 12-year senior career […]

Right club, wrong time: Former Man Utd defender delivers Mason Mount verdict

Three years and 75 appearances after his £55 million move from Chelsea, Mason Mount is a peripheral figure under Michael Carrick, and former United defender Paul Parker has publicly questioned the midfielder’s injury record as the club are now tipped to invite offers across 2027.

Michael Carrick insists Man United have moved on from Lisandro Martinez's explosive rant mistake

He accused the United board and director of football Jason Wilcox of failing in the transfer market last summer. Other senior players are understood to share his views.

I had a Munster jersey when I was growing up, and it would annoy my mum

21-year-old scrum-half Ben O’Donovan has proven to be a shrewd signing for Munster.

Why Toto Wolff wore two watches at the Singapore Grand Prix

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff turned heads by wearing two luxury IWC watches at the Singapore Grand Prix

Conn Kilpatrick lays out 2027 goals after rising above the rest to claim men’s football player of the year award at Irish News All-Stars

Tyrone midfielder proved his county’s most consistent performer in 2026

Massive Premier League side reportedly interested in Troy Parrott

As we head towards the end of 2026, few players have had as much of a glow-up this year as Troy Parrott. Not long ago, Parrott was mainly remembered as a bit of a failure at Tottenham Hotspur, but he rebuilt his career away from the spotlight, first in the Netherlands at AZ, and then […]

Daniel Farke blasts Michael Carrick criticism before Leeds vs Man Utd

Daniel Farke has hit out at criticism directed at Michael Carrick and claims he has done a ‘tremendous job’ at Manchester United. Carrick was brought in as interim manager after Ruben Amorim was sacked in January and guided United to Champions League qualification with an impressive run of form during the second half of the season. However, United ...

Royal expert: 'Pathetic' new strategy to make William and Kate less 'elitist'

Queen Elizabeth was devoted to horse racing - but it bored her husband, Prince Philip. Although he would accompany her to race meetings, he could often be found watching the cricket on TV instead.

Ger Loughnane opens up about getting older and narrow escape from massive heart attack

The former hurler and sporting legend is now 73, and for the first time, he has opened up about a very close call he had when he narrowly avoided having a massive heart attack

How bankruptcy and a painful divorce inspired England rugby World Cup hero's body building journey

Reaching the top of the mountain is one thing, but working out where to go after conquering the summit is quite another. Remarkably, bodybuilding has offered Phil Vickery a new sense of purpose.

League of Ireland's fear and loathing hits a peak just as season reaches climax

Managers of the top three clubs all find their voice as accusations fly and tempers flare at crucial period.

Why the Bohemians media blackout was a terrible idea

Manager Alan Reynolds defended the stance earlier today and suggested Shamrock Rovers were being given an unfair advantage in the title race.

Inside the NFL negotiations with Colin Kaepernick

Colin Kaepernick shares exclusive insights from behind the scenes of the NFL negotiations and the Player's Coalition meetings, highlighting the pivotal moments that shaped his career.

Alonso reveals impact of James injury on Chelsea’s transfer plans

Xabi Alonso reveals Reece James injury impact on Chelsea’s January transfer plans - The Chelsea defender is set for an extended spell on the sidelines, with Xabi Alonso detailing how the club will approach his captain’s absence

Pep Guardiola cut understated figure but can't escape heat on a night City will be glad he was there

JACK GAUGHAN: Flat caps became a thing for Pep Guardiola when Mike Summerbee took him to tailors Williams & Gill on Chapel Street after taking over.

Manchester United’s Lisandro Martínez apologises for post-match outburst

The defender met with boss Michael Carrick on Thursday.

Pat McAfee rules himself out of replacing Troy Aikman on Monday Night Football

Aikman, who has called games alongside Joe Buck for 25 years, is in the final year of his deal with the network and has yet to sign a contract extension.

Opinion: Man City’s brazen defiance only highlights their ludicrous advantages

Former Sale Sharks Hyron Andrews dies at the age of 31

Tributes have been paid to 'funny', 'charismatic' and 'brilliant team-mate' Hyron Andrews after the former Sale Sharks lock died of a suspected heart attack in news that has shocked the rugby world. On Friday morning, French media reported a playing member of the Lions - one of South Africa's four big domestic teams - had been found unresponsive in a shower at the Atalante-Relais Thalasso Hotel just outside of La Rochelle - the venue where the side is preparing for European Champions Cup game on Saturday which will go ahead as planned.

Like one wee family: Clann Éireann’s GAA for all team celebrates All‑Stars jersey win

Co Armagh club wins specially-commissioned All-Star kit

She refused to resign with 13 seconds left – then the queen fell

Anna faced a higher-rated French Woman FIDE Master in the European Women’s Blitz Championship and quickly found herself in a nearly lost position. With only 13 seconds remaining, she survived repeated mating threats while her opponent controlled the board. Then one queen blunder completely reversed the game, allowing Anna to capture it and force an immediate resignation.

Arsenal and Manchester City receive unwelcome news over €100m Real Madrid talent

Arda Güler has reportedly agreed a new Real Madrid contract running to 2031, closing out the summer interest Arsenal and Manchester City had shown in the Turkish playmaker.

He thought he was strong - then he trained with the world’s biggest bodybuilder

It works because the transcript focuses on Jamie Christian, a 6’5”, 300+ pound IFBB pro, trying to complete a full push workout in a regular commercial gym while testing whether the machines fit him, full-stacking equipment, and creating awkward public challenges.

Enzo Maresca reveals what Luis Enrique told him after Manchester City's Champions League loss

Erling Haaland broke Manchester City’s Champions League scoring record on a night when PSG tore the hosts apart in front of Pep Guardiola, but Maresca refused to concede his team are a level below the back-to-back European champions.

Rising star Eobha McAllister writes little piece of history at Irish News Ulster All-Star awards

The teenager has enjoyed a whirlwind year with club and county

Soccer coach Lisa Fallon set for backroom role with Éamonn Fitzmaurice's Galway

Uefa Pro Licence holder will join Fitzmaurice’s management team.

Ballon d'Or favourite changes just days before winner is announced

Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane have swapped the favourite’s spot in the betting twice in a fortnight, a leak hinting that Lionel Messi would hand over the trophy was shot down by Fabrizio Romano, and the 70th Ballon d’Or ceremony leaves Paris for the first time on Monday 26 October.

McLaren’s Lambiase signing is about far more than Verstappen

McLaren has secured Gianpiero Lambiase as Chief Racing Officer from 2028, giving the team one of Red Bull’s most influential trackside figures. The move strengthens McLaren’s senior structure and frees Andrea Stella from duties he currently handles alongside his team principal role.

He's in a tricky position: Jack Dowling feels for Killeavy-mad dad as St Brigid's gear up for first final

Dermot Dowling was a founding member of south Belfast club, but is a former player with Killeavy and Armagh

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Peter Schmeichel explains 'clumsy' Lisandro Martinez interview after criticism from fans

Schmeichel has revealed he had not been due to interview Martinez post-match and that the defender had been presented to him moments after giving his explosive comments.