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Mercedes contract rumours

Read on to know the latest news about Mercedes contract negotiatons.

Both Mercedes driver have been offered contracts for next year.After a beautiful win in Singapore, Russell prooved he is World Champion material. Naturally he got offered a contract but he didn't yet accept.  With Verstappen under contract until 2027, Toto's negociation with Verstappen during the summer didn't work out although his exit clause . Our highest guess to why Russell refused the contract offer by mercedes is because he is 99.99% chance to be in f1 next year so he surely wants to look at his options.

Who does not have a contract next year.

Read on to know who doesn't have a contract for next year.

Lawson si one of the drivers who doesn't have a contract for next year. Although a impressive performance in Baku, Lawson still hasn't collected enough good performances to recieve a contract for next year. Yuki Tsunoda also does not have a contract because he is clearly underperforming to Red Bull's expectancies. He will need to pull of a series of good results to even be in F1 because it's been a long time since he's been in F1 and never pulled a really spectacular performance.

Is it Oscar Piastri downfall?

Recent poor performances by Piastri makes us doubt of his capacity of being a world Champion.

After a series of dissapointing races after such a promising start Piastri is set to enter a downfall if he doesn't fix anything. This shows that Piastri might be too young too become a world champion. On the other hand, is Norris also capable of being a world champion with 6 years under his belt.  Many would doubt that he is still young but just had bad luck but all we can say is that we need to see if his run of mistakes end or continue in Austin.

Should FIA change Practice weekend to sprint weekend

Formula 1's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030 is accelerating innovation in sustainable technologies across the sport.

Will the FIA change the practice weekend into a sprint weekend. Knowing that it could attract more visitors and the fans want more races. But the teams need the practice to know if there car is good or not. And in the sprint races the teams are not really pushing the car since there is only 8 points to win. So if the FIA decide to make sprint weekends more often they must consider the teams and the result. They will also need to have more laps because 20 is not enough to have a pit stop and the teams might want to train on their pit stop since they can practice it in a race.

Williams Racing promotes rookie Luke Browning to participate in free practice

Williams starts to put faith in younger drivers.

Williams is giving promising young driver Luke Browning (23 years old, competing in F2) a seat in Free Practice (FP1) at an upcoming Grand Prix, fulfilling F1 regulation requirements to give teams an opportunity for their reserve drivers. Browning already has experience testing Williams’ previous models and was praised by Williams’ sporting director for his preparation and simulator work.

Speculation grows over Christian Horner move to Scuderia Ferrari & leadership shifts behind the scenes

After poor performances for Ferrari under Vasseur, does Ferrari need a change for the better?

Rumours are mounting that Christian Horner (currently of Red Bull Racing) could be eyed by Ferrari for a leadership role, as pressure mounts on Ferrari’s Chief Executive Fred Vasseur. After multiple failures and as a no-win season would be unforgivable for the Tifosi, A change is looming over Ferrari. Meanwhile, Ferrari internal discussions suggest chairman John Elkann is considering changes as the team strives for resurgence.

Focus on tyre and heat conditions at the United States Grand Prix ahead of Austin weekend

Heading into the U.S. GP at Circuit of the Americas (Austin), teams and drivers are analysing the high track temperatures and tyre-degradation risks which can play into race strategy.

Heading into the U.S. GP at Circuit of the Americas (Austin), teams and drivers are analysing the high track temperatures and tyre-degradation risks which can play into race strategy. Andrea Stella (Mit from these conditions in Austin — implying that teams with strong tyre-management might gain an advantage The U.S. GP will use the sprint format; tyres and heat become even more critical with less time for recovery. Strategy and adaptability can create shifts in performance: a team strong in cool conditions may be weaker when heat and heavy degradation set in. For fans: Understanding tyre conditions can enhance your appreciation of pit-stop timing, strategy calls and driver pacing.

Internal consequences for Lando Norris after collision with teammate

After contact with Oscar at the start of the race, Lando assumes all troubles that could be happening.

At the recent Singapore Grand Prix, Norris collided with his teammate Oscar Piastri (and other racing incidents). Norris has admitted fault and said that he will face “repercussions” within McLaren Racing for the rest of the season. McLaren confirmed that they hold Norris responsible for the crash with Piastri in terms of internal accountability. McLaren is currently in a tight drivers’ championship battle (Piastri vs Norris) and any internal friction can impact performance. The incident draws attention to intra-team dynamics and how teams manage two competitive drivers under one roof. For the championship race: Norris’s admission of fault sets a precedent for team discipline and fairness — could influence strategies, drivers’ mindset, and team cohesion.

Apple secures exclusive U.S. media rights for F1

Apple secured streaming rights in the US which could be important.

Tech giant Apple Inc. has clinched a five-year deal to become the exclusive U.S. broadcaster of F1 starting in 2026, replacing ESPN. Reportedly, Apple will pay about US$140 million per year (some outlets suggest up to US$700–750 million over the five years). Coverage on Apple TV will include all practice sessions, qualifying, sprint races and the Grands Prix. Some content will be free; other parts will be bundled into Apple’s subscription ecosystem.

Hollow Knight: Silksong crashes storefronts at launch

The highly-anticipated sequel from Team Cherry dropped on September 4 2025 and instantly overloaded platforms like Steam and the Nintendo eShop due to massive demand.

The highly-anticipated sequel from Team Cherry dropped on September 4 2025 and instantly overloaded platforms like Steam and the Nintendo eShop due to massive demand. It peaked at 535,213 concurrent players on Steam within three hours — placing it among the top-20 all-time peaks for the platform. Why it matters: A smaller indie title achieving this kind of launch signal shows how game-marketing, fan hype and streaming culture can power huge launches regardless of AAA budget.

Smartphone flagships ramp up as Apple launches the iPhone 17 series

Apple’s latest lineup (including the Pro and an “Air” variant) features major camera and display upgrades,

Apple’s latest lineup (including the Pro and an “Air” variant) features major camera and display upgrades, and has ignited a stronger-than-expected upgrade cycle. Analysts are forecasting revenue growth in fiscal 2025 thanks to heightened carrier demand and trade-in programs. Key takeaway: Even in a saturated smartphone market, schedule/timing + compelling upgrades + trade-in incentives can spur meaningful growth.

Nothing aims to win over Gen Z in smartphone market

The startup CEO says that instead of trying to dethrone giants like Apple and Samsung, the strategy is to carve a niche among younger users (average age ~26) who want expressive, affordable devices.

The startup CEO says that instead of trying to dethrone giants like Apple and Samsung, the strategy is to carve a niche among younger users (average age ~26) who want expressive, affordable devices. Their pricing spans ~$300-700 and they combine distinctive design (e.g., transparent back) with solid performance. Why this is interesting: Shows how segmentation (targeting a demographic) + design identity + affordability can challenge dominant players rather than trying to match them head-on.

Honor teases a smartphone with a robotic camera arm

The upcoming Robot Phone concept features a gimbal-mounted, extendable camera arm (that even giggles) and is part of Honor’s “Alpha Plan” to make phones more interactive and robotic-assistant-like.

The upcoming Robot Phone concept features a gimbal-mounted, extendable camera arm (that even giggles) and is part of Honor’s “Alpha Plan” to make phones more interactive and robotic-assistant-like. It’s expected to debut at MWC 2026. Implication: As smartphone hardware matures, differentiation shifts to novel form factors, add-on mechanical features and novelty — rather than just faster chips.

Layoffs hit games industry: Scottish studio axes ~300 staff after troubled release

A game studio in Edinburgh (Build a Rocket Boy) laid off ~300 employees following the poor reception of its flagship title

A game studio in Edinburgh (Build a Rocket Boy) laid off ~300 employees following the poor reception of its flagship title. Employees cite forced overtime, poor transparency and mis-management of layoffs. What this suggests: The games industry remains high-risk. Even with “successful initial sales,” issues of quality, employee management and public perception can cause major fallout.

Huawei launches the Pura 80 series as it fights back in China’s premium phone market

The Pura 80, Pura 80 Pro, Pura 80 Pro+ and Pura 80 Ultra launched starting June 2025 in China with a focus on camera tech (XMAGE) and AI features —

The Pura 80, Pura 80 Pro, Pura 80 Pro+ and Pura 80 Ultra launched starting June 2025 in China with a focus on camera tech (XMAGE) and AI features — part of Huawei’s resurgence amid U.S. sanctions. Insight: Premium smartphone market remains intensely competitive, and companies under external pressure (like sanctions) are still mobilizing to regain ground via camera/AI differentiation.

Massive 2025 video-game release calendar revealed

year is stacked with upcoming titles on all platforms: consoles like PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, PC and mobile. Publishers have ramped scheduling so that 2025 might be one of the busiest years yet.

he year is stacked with upcoming titles on all platforms: consoles like PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, PC and mobile. Publishers have ramped scheduling so that 2025 might be one of the busiest years yet. Relevance: More releases = more competition for mindshare & wallet. For publishers and media alike, timing and marketing will be ever more critical.

Smartphone launches gear up for 2025-26 with many premium models in the pipeline

to “flagship killer” devices, 2025 is set to bring a wide variety of releases

From foldables to “flagship killer” devices, 2025 is set to bring a wide variety of releases including the upcoming iPhone 17, Samsung Galaxy S25 series and many mid-range models aiming to pack flagship features at lower cost. possible11 Strategy note: For consumers, this expanding supply means more choice — for brands, it means the upgrade cycle may need to offer more than “incremental improvements” to stand out.

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Ronaldo beats scoring record

Ronaldo defies all exxpectations and beats a new scoring record.

Ronaldo, has now scored 41 goals in World Cup qualifying to beat former Guatemala striker Carlos Ruiz who got 39 qualifying goals in his career. With England beating Latvia 5-0 to qualify from Group K, Portugal were minutes away from also securing their spot in next summer's tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States. However, in the 91st-minute Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai scored an equaliser to block Portugal the win they needed, although they still hold a five-point lead at the top of Group F with two matches to play. Portugal's next chance to qualify comes on 13 November when they play the Republic of Ireland in Dublin.

Players with the most World Cup qualifier goals

The table of the player with the most World Cup qualifier goals.

Players: Cristiano Ronaldo 41 goals Portugal. Carlos Ruiz 39 goals Guatamala Lionel Messi 36 goals Argentina Ali Daei 35 goals Iran Robert Lewandowski 32 goals Poland

Cape Verde celebrates World Cup spot

Cape Verde is qualified for the World Cup in the first time in history!

Cape Verde, a former Portuguese colony of just more than half a million people scattered across an archipelago of Atlantic islands, had qualified for its first World Cup. Fans remained inside the National Stadium for hours after the 3-0 victory against Eswatini which sealed the Blue Sharks' place at next year's tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States. Draped in flags and wearing specially-made World Cup qualification T-shirts, the players' lap of honour was an emotional affair, even for those from the diaspora who grew up overseas.

All the teams qualified for the 2025 World Cup

Read on to know the teams already qualified for the 2026 World Cup.

A total of 28 teams have now qualified, including World Cup debutants Cape Verde, Jordan and Uzbekistan. There remain 20 spots still to be claimed, with the majority of those coming from Europe. Portugal came within minutes of joining England in qualifying on Tuesday night, but a last-minute equaliser by Hungary means they will have to wait a little longer. Croatia are all but there, sitting three points above the Czech Republic with a far superior goal difference. Joint-hosts Canada, Mexico and the United States were all granted automatic qualification for the World Cup. Australia, Iran, Japan, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Uzbekistan have already qualified from Asia. Oceania's one direct qualification spot has been taken by New Zealand.

World Cup qualifiying matches results

World Cup qualifiying matches results

Spain vs Bulgaria (4-0) Turkey vs Georgia (4-1) Portugal vs Hungary (2-2) Repulic of Ireland vs Armenia (1-0) Estonia vs Moldova (1-1) Italy vs Israel (3-0)

Matches

Matches

Northern Ireland vs Germany (0-1) Slovakia vs Luxembourg (2-0) Slovenia vs Switzerland (0-0) Sweden vs Kosovo (0-1) Iceland vs France (2-2) Ukraine vs Azerbaijan (2-1)

Player stats

Player stats

Name Goals Assists Played Haaland 9 1 7 Semanya 6 3 7 Anthony 4 1 7 Thiago 4 0 7 Ekitike 3 1 6

Table of teams.

Table.

Teams played won drawn lost points Arsenal 7 5 1 1 16 Liverpool 7 5 0 2 15

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