Padel news: Jimmy Butler, Owen Wilson headline Reserve Padel’s exhibition event in New York
NBA legend Jimmy Butler and Hollywood actor Owen Wilson were amongst the main attractions at Reserve Padel’s special event on Saturday 6 September, which featured a star-studded mix of athletes and celebrities.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reviews the action.
2025 Italian GP winners and losers: Max Verstappen’s record-breaking return, McLaren’s controversial driver decisions, Lewis Hamilton’s regained confidence at Ferrari, and more from Monza
Following a dramatic return to action at Zandvoort, the F1 season roared on at the iconic Autodromo Nazionale Monza for the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday, September 7.
A record-breaking weekend for Max Verstappen, more micro-management from McLaren, and the tale of two rookies - the ‘Temple of Speed’ has once again delivered some big talking points.
Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer, Henry Eccles, takes a look at five winners and losers to come out of the 2025 Italian Grand Prix.
Michael Gunning’s blueprint for resilience, inclusion and high performance
Michael Gunning stands out as one of Britain’s most inspiring sports speakers, recognised for his record-breaking swimming career and his advocacy for inclusivity.
Representing Jamaica at the World Championships, he has broken barriers both in the pool and beyond, championing authenticity and representation.
His story is one of resilience and courage. From surviving the Manchester Arena bombing to navigating the highs and lows of elite sport, Michael has shown that determination and self-belief can drive success even in the toughest circumstances.
In this exclusive interview with The Champions Speakers Agency, Michael shares powerful lessons from his journey, highlighting how trust, teamwork and vulnerability can transform both sporting performance and business leadership.
Football news: International break analysis - How Chelsea stars are performing for their countries
The international break is always a burden to the average football fan; the pent up excitement of the new season built throughout the summer, interrupted within what feels like a second.
But fear not Chelsea fans - there is a silver lining in all of this.
Nine players were called up to represent their country for these World Cup qualifiers and it is safe to say that they did SW6 proud.
From the rainy streets of West London to the unfathomable heights in Bolivia, Sports News Blitz writer Sarim Ahmed is here to document how the Chelsea boys are doing in the international break.
Sports News Blitz’s Claudia Jones signs for Notts County Women
Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones has joined Notts County Women for the 2025/26 season, marking a new chapter in her football journey while continuing her work in sports media.
Thomas Tuchel ‘absolutely convinced’ England are making progress ahead of Serbia clash
After four straight wins and no goals conceded in World Cup qualifying, England sit atop Group K. However, scrutiny lurks after another uninspiring performance against Andorra.
Now, Thomas Tuchel’s side face their sternest test yet: a hostile trip to the Rajko Mitic Stadium in Belgrade on Tuesday, September 9.
Nuno Espirito Santo sacked by Nottingham Forest after just three 2025/26 Premier League games
After 21 months and three games of the 2025/26 Premier League season, head coach Nuno Espirito Santo has been sacked by Nottingham Forest.
The WSL is back: Ornella Vignola's hat-trick on debut, Arsenal shine, Chelsea win and more from the Women’s Super League’s return
The 2025/26 WSL season opened with plenty of drama, goals, and debut stars making an instant impact.
Here, Sports News Blitz deputy content editor Nicole Powell looks at the key stories from the weekend.
Toto Wolff issues McLaren warning after Italian GP: ‘McLaren set a precedent that is very difficult to undo’
Max Verstappen won the 2025 Italian GP, but it wasn’t his return to the top spot that stole the spotlight.
Rather, it was McLaren’s infamous ‘Papaya rules’, controversially coming into play, that made the headlines.
Horse racing news: Shrewd punter turns paltry 52p into nearly £12,000 by picking seven winners
William Hill have been left scratching their heads after a shrewd punter turned their Saturday 26p each-way multiple into £11,777.04, picking seven winners across the action from Haydock, Kempton, Stratford, and Ascot.
Horse racing news: Record-breaking Old Gold Racing deal sees Outmaster join Paul Nicholls’ yard
Old Gold Racing have shown their support for 14-time Champion Trainer Paul Nicholls with the launch of their most expensive horse purchase to date in the shape of the exciting Outmaster.
The £90,000 gelding was a decisive winner of his debut point-to-point, cruising home still on the bridle and finishing a full 12 lengths clear of his nearest rival, with that performance earning Outmaster the title of leading four-year-old UK point-to-pointer earlier this year.
Ka Ying Rising romps to 13th straight win as Zac Purton begins season with five-timer
Zac Purton has declared Ka Ying Rising’s outstanding win in the HK$3.72 million (approx. £350,000) Class 1 HKSAR Chief Executive’s Cup Handicap at Sha Tin on Sunday, September 7 was the equal-best of the champion sprinter’s stunning career.
NFL betting tips: Bills to cook Ravens and Chiefs to school Chargers in Brazil as 49ers edge Seahawks
The NFL is back this weekend, and we’re jumping straight in with betting tips and predictions from the Sports News Blitz crew.
Read on for Sports News Blitz writer George Dempsey’s picks ahead of the action.
2025/26 NFL outright betting preview: Who will win the Super Bowl?
The NFL circus is almost back in town, and this mug is ready to buy a ticket.
Sports News Blitz is back with its betting predictions for the 2025 NFL season, thanks to betting writer George Dempsey.
Rugby Championship news: Springboks to conquer All Blacks, vanquish Eden Park record
Both Rassie Erasmus and Scott Robertson have backed experience and poise in their team selections for the most highly-anticipated international rugby clash of the year: the All Blacks’ hosting of the Springboks at Eden Park in Auckland.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo looks ahead to the colossal clash.
Premier League news: Full list of top-flight fixtures, dates and times for September 2025
We have had three rounds of Premier League fixtures now – and only defending champions Liverpool have a perfect record, topping the table on nine points.
Here, Sports News Blitz outlines the full list of Premier League fixtures for September 2025.
Italian GP: Lewis Hamilton faces Ferrari pressure ahead of emotional Monza weekend
After a long and difficult first half of the season, Lewis Hamilton will go into this weekend’s Italian GP with a heavy weight on his shoulders.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s F1 expert Noah Ngcobo breaks down the pressure the Brit is under heading into his first Italian Grand Prix as a member of the Scuderia.
Chelsea Women open season against Man City as they aim to win seventh WSL title in a row
Chelsea Women begin their 2025/26 campaign tonight, Friday, September 5, with a heavyweight clash against Manchester City, kicking off a new Women’s Super League season in style.
The defending champions arrive at Stamford Bridge on the back of six consecutive WSL titles, a run that has cemented their place as the dominant force in English women’s football.
Sponsorship news: European U20 Ultimate Frisbee Championships – The Final Flight
The European Under-20 Ultimate Frisbee Championships were held August 3-9 in Trnava, Slovakia, writes Sports News Blitz’s Ultimate expert Chris Wirszyla.
The tournament featured 31 teams in three divisions: mixed, open, and women, with the Hungarian team taking the mixed division and the Italians proving too much to handle in the open and women’s divisions.
Harry Bentley hoping for flying start to Hong Kong season with Victor The Winner
Fresh from an impromptu riding cameo in Great Britain, Harry Bentley hopes to spark a successful start to the 2025/26 Hong Kong season when he partners Victor The Winner in the HK$3.72 million (approx. £350,000) Class 1 HKSAR Chief Executive’s Cup Handicap at Sha Tin on Sunday (7 September).