NBA news: The NBA’s dominance faces a new $5 billion global challenge with an F1-inspired league
The NBA is facing a potential $5 billion global challenge from a new league that aims to reshape the world of basketball with an innovative, Formula 1-inspired model.
Backed by influential investors, the project promises a fresh take on the sport with teams rotating across major international cities.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo examines the challenges and potential impact of this ambitious venture on the future of professional basketball.
F1 news: Top three Formula 1 teams to watch in the 2025 season
The 2025 Formula 1 season is just around the corner, with the first Grand Prix weekend to kick off on the 14th of March.
The season opener will be the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park in Melbourne, before heading to Shanghai the following week for the Chinese Grand Prix.
After an exciting and refreshing year full of competition, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce takes a closer look at three exciting Formula 1 teams to watch in 2025.
Max Verstappen and Liam Lawson: A new era at Red Bull Racing
The start of the 2025 Formula 1 season draws near, and eight out of 10 teams will begin with new driver pairings.
Among the most anticipated pairings of the 2025 season is that of Red Bull.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo delves into the complexities and intriguing nature of yet another new Red Bull pairing.
F1 2025 driver line-up preview: Charles Leclerc to outshine Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari
Excitement and anticipation are building ahead of the 2025 F1 season, with Lewis Hamilton’s headline-hogging move to Ferrari sending fans into a frenzy.
The former Mercedes man will be stepping into the famous Rosso Corsa of the Tifosi and will be aiming to challenge Charles Leclerc for top-dog status in the team.
Defending champion Max Verstappen also has a new team-mate at Red Bull Racing following the departure of Sergio Perez - and the arrival of Liam Lawson.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Christian Willis takes a look into some of F1’s new driver line-ups and makes early predictions for the upcoming 2025 season.
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc: A new dynamic for Ferrari’s championship aspirations
Ferrari’s bold decision to pair seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc for the 2025 Formula 1 season has sparked anticipation and excitement.
With two highly talented drivers in their ranks, the Scuderia have positioned themselves for a season filled with potential milestones, challenges and drama.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo delves into Ferrari’s high-stakes pairing of Hamilton and Leclerc for 2025, exploring the potential for championship success and the challenges of managing team dynamics.
Lewis Hamilton's emotional farewell: Reflecting on a legendary era with Mercedes
Last weekend, Lewis Hamilton drove his 246th and final race as a Mercedes driver at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
The Formula 1 legend has been a part of the Mercedes family since his McLaren days as a youth, and with his move to Ferrari in 2025, this year marks the end of an iconic partnership.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo reflects on Hamilton’s final - and emotional - race as a Mercedes driver.
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton’s emotional farewell to Mercedes - an historic chapter closes
Lewis Hamilton is set to race in his 246th and final race as a Mercedes driver at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo reflects on Hamilton’s final chapter with Mercedes and the exciting new journey that awaits him with Ferrari.
McLaren analysis: A look at where it went wrong for Lando Norris in 2024 F1 title fight
Max Verstappen was crowned the 2024 Formula 1 world champion in Las Vegas, ending Lando Norris’ title aspirations.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harry Whitfield explores the reasons why Norris came just short in his bid to win the 2024 F1 World Championship.
F1 news: Red Bull’s Max Verstappen secures fourth drivers’ title amid thrilling Las Vegas showdown
The 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix was a spectacle of brilliant racing and broken records, with Max Verstappen's crucial fifth-place finish securing him a historic fourth World Championship
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo takes us through what was a historic night in the streets of Sin City.
F1 news: Launch event for new F1 season confirmed for 2025 at London O2 Arena
Formula 1 has revealed there will be a season launch event for the 2025 season at London’s O2 Arena on February 18, with all of the 20 drivers and 10 teams present.
The launch will be open to fans from across the world with tickets set to go on sale this Friday morning for the ‘epic’ event to celebrate the 75th anniversary year of F1, writes Sports News Blitz’s Harry Whitfield.
F1 news: Ferrari dominance makes Mexican Grand Prix a must-watch
The United States GP delivered a dramatic shake-up in the Formula 1 season as Ferrari eased to a 1-2 finish at the Circuit of The Americas.
With five races left in the season, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo analyses the results from Austin and breaks down what to expect in the Mexican GP.
Lando Norris vs Max Verstappen: An insight into Formula 1’s dramatic season climax
Lando Norris is hot on the heels of Max Verstappen in the F1 title race - but is quickly running out of races to close the gap of 52 points to the Championship leader.
Sports News Blitz’s Sam Leasley sits down with Pole Position podcast host Talia Hill to discuss their perspectives on the season so far and what drama they expect in the remaining races.
F1 news: Three of the best race victories from departing driver Daniel Ricciardo
It was announced on Thursday that the eight-time grand prix winner, Daniel Ricciardo, would be leaving Visa Cash App RB immediately before the next race in Austin, Texas.
With the Singapore Grand Prix last weekend probably being his last race ever in F1, Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Harry Whitfield reviews the top three wins of his fantastic career.
F1 analysis: Why McLaren star Oscar Piastri is the future of Formula 1
There have been 18 Formula 1 drivers who hailed from Australia, including McLaren star Oscar Piastri.
Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Harry Whitfield looks at why he could become the third Australian world champion.
F1 news: Three of the most memorable Singapore Grand Prix races
This week, the Formula 1 paddock heads to Singapore for round 18 of the 2024 season with McLaren now leading the constructors’ championship over Red Bull.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Harry Whitfield looks at three of the most unforgettable races at the Marina Bay Street Circuit over the years.