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First published 05 November 2026
Alan Jones, the last Australian and the first Williams driver to win the Formula One world title, has died aged 80.Former Formula One world champion Alan Jones has died at the age of 80. He was the last Australian driver to win the F1 world title and the first Williams driver to do so. The supplied information does not give a cause of death or further details about the timing.
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The Football Association and Women’s Super League Football have launched a research project to better understand why anterior cruciate ligament injuries occur in women’s football.The Football Association and Women’s Super League Football have launched a research project on anterior cruciate ligament injuries in women’s football. The study aims to improve understanding of why ACL injuries occur. The supplied information does not give details about the project’s duration or research methods.
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A Brazilian under-20 state championship semi-final in Minas Gerais descended into a brawl, prompting the referee to issue 53 red cards, including to 43 players and two board members.A brawl broke out during the first leg of an under-20 state championship semi-final between Uberlandia and Mamore in Brazil’s Minas Gerais state. In his report, referee Fernando Patrick Drosghic Modesto said the trouble began after an Uberlandia player was sent off and several club officials entered the field. He issued 53 red cards in total, including to 43 players and two board members.
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Japan Football Association honorary president Kozo Tashima announced his intention to stand against Gianni Infantino in the FIFA presidential election.Kozo Tashima, honorary president of the Japan Football Association, announced his intention to challenge Gianni Infantino in the FIFA presidential election. The deadline for declarations is 18 November, and Tashima is the second challenger to announce his candidacy. Candidates need the backing of five of FIFA’s 211 member associations to appear on the ballot.
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Cristiano Ronaldo announced that he will no longer play for Portugal, ending an international career with 234 caps and 146 goals that included six World Cups and a European title.Cristiano Ronaldo announced that he will no longer play for Portugal. He leaves the national team after 234 caps and 146 goals, having appeared at six World Cups and won a European title. Reports said his departure followed a falling-out with coach Jorge Jesus. Ronaldo said he would hand back the No 7 shirt.
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LIV Golf’s attempt to relaunch after filing for bankruptcy has reportedly collapsed after prospective lead investor BC Partners withdrew amid difficulty securing commitments from star players.
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Como defeated Lens 9-1 on matchday four of the Champions League, recording the biggest away win in the competition’s history, with Anastasios Douvikas scoring a hat-trick.
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Australia’s Rinky Hijikata defeated Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-3, 6-3 at the Paris Masters, ending the Serbian’s hopes of reaching the ATP Finals and advancing to the third round.
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Alan Jones, the 1980 Formula One world champion, has died aged 80. He won 12 grands prix and became only the second Australian to win the F1 world title.
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The Champions League schedule included matches between Slavia Prague and Arsenal, and RB Leipzig and Manchester City, among other fixtures.
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The Baltimore Ravens are nearing a trade for veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals amid injuries to Lamar Jackson and backup Tyler Huntley, according to a person familiar with the deal.
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Fenerbahce came from behind twice to defeat Liverpool 3-2 in the Champions League in Istanbul.
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LIV Golf is expected to announce that it will wind down after a financing firm withdrew its support.
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West Ham appointed former midfielder Scott Parker as head coach on a two-and-a-half-year contract after dismissing Nuno Espírito Santo.
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West Ham have appointed former midfielder Scott Parker as head coach on a two-and-a-half-year contract after sacking Nuno Espírito Santo, with the team eighth in the Championship.
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Fenway Sports Group, the owner of Liverpool, has held talks about buying a majority stake in the Cadillac Formula One team in a deal valued at more than £2 billion.
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Tributes were paid during Champions League fixtures on Tuesday to Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel, who died after a collision on the pitch.
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Manchester United came from 2-0 down to defeat Roma, a result that could affect manager Michael Carrick’s position after a difficult period for the club.
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Manchester United came from two goals down to beat Roma, with Bruno Fernandes scoring a retaken penalty and Matheus Cunha scoring twice. The result could affect manager Michael Carrick’s position.
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Britain’s Jodie Burrage received death threats and abuse on social media after losing her first proper WTA Tour singles match in 16 months.
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Formula One team Haas said Esteban Ocon would no longer compete on its behalf in the 2026 world championship after he was dropped for the Mexican Grand Prix.
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Nigeria’s women’s team will miss the World Cup for the first time after losing 2-1 to South Africa in a playoff. The result was a major setback for Africa’s most decorated national side, which has won 10 Wafcon titles.
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A 24-year-old woman died after collapsing in Central Park during the final stages of the New York City Marathon. Her father said the cause was rhabdomyolysis.
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Players from Australia’s Socceroos and Matildas have sued Football Australia in a multimillion-dollar dispute over revenue sharing and commercial deals. Their union is pursuing a seven-figure sum on their behalf.
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Point of Law won the 2026 Melbourne Cup at Flemington, with jockey Ethan Brown guiding the horse to victory. The three-year-old stallion had been owned by King Charles until earlier this year.
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Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane said he would swap his Ballon d’Or trophy for a Champions League winner’s medal.
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George Russell said it was “tough to deal with” as his season “unravelled” while Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli went on to win the title.
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Fifa has told members of its Council that they will be allowed to view some documents concerning president Gianni Infantino’s failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors.
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The Detroit Lions said initial signs were positive after linebacker Jack Campbell suffered a neck injury during Sunday’s win over the Minnesota Vikings and was taken to hospital. The team said he would remain there for the time being.
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Arsenal’s victory at Liverpool left them three points clear at the top of the Premier League. An analysis said the team had greater depth and experience and faced a weaker group of contenders than last season.
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