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Tsarukyan, Danis in fracas at press conference

Arman Tsarukyan lunged at Dillon Danis during a press conference on Thursday, sparking a scuffle. Tsarukyan reportedly took exception to Danis mocking his teammate Khamzat Chimaev ahead of their RAF wrestling match.

INDYCAR SERIES to Race in Spain in 2027

The INDYCAR SERIES will hold a race at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in 2027, marking its first event outside North America since 2013 and its first in Europe since 2007.

INDYCAR Announces Barcelona Race for 2027 Season

INDYCAR has revealed the second phase of its 2027 NTT INDYCAR SERIES schedule, which includes a new event in Barcelona. The full 17-race season will be televised live on FOX.

PFL Africa Finals Set for December 12 in Kigali

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) announced that the PFL Africa finals will take place on December 12 at the BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda. Three champions will be crowned in the Welterweight, Lightweight, and Bantamweight divisions.

Chris Hemsworth trains with Ben Woolliss in Thailand

Actor Chris Hemsworth, known for his role as Thor, trained with kickboxer Ben Woolliss in Thailand while filming "Extraction 3." Woolliss, who held pads for Hemsworth, described the session as "great" and noted Hemsworth's "really good skills."

Jarred Brooks to Fight Tatsumitsu Wada at ONE SAMURAI 5

Former ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion Jarred Brooks will return to the 125-pound division to face Tatsumitsu Wada at ONE SAMURAI 5 in Tokyo on November 18. Brooks previously lost his title to Joshua Pacio via disqualification.

Atlanta Hawks to focus on defense in 2026-27 NBA season

The Atlanta Hawks are expected to be defined by their defense in the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season, according to a report. With additions like Lu Dort and Dyson Daniels, both former All-Defense members, the team aims to improve on that end of the floor.

Iga Swiatek withdraws from Ningbo Open

Iga Swiatek has pulled out of the Ningbo Open in China due to a persistent thigh injury. Her participation in the season-ending Indian Wells tournament is now uncertain.

Team Penske, Hitachi Extend Partnership

Team Penske and Hitachi have extended their partnership, which began in 2012. The sponsorship is a key part of their collaboration.

Eala seeks to rebound at Ningbo Open

Alex Eala is set to compete in the Ningbo Open, aiming to improve her performance after a series of early exits on the professional tour.

Dubois defeats Wardley to retain WBO heavyweight title

Daniel Dubois secured a second-round TKO victory over Fabio Wardley in London on Saturday, retaining his WBO heavyweight title. This marks Dubois's second win against Wardley in five months.