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Scott Coker reveals tournament format and global schedule for new MMA promotion

Former Bellator and Strikeforce president Scott Coker has outlined plans for his new, as-yet-unnamed MMA promotion, including a tournament-based format, $60 million in capped funding, and a schedule that grows from 12 events in 2027 to 22 by 2029.

MMA May 27

Dana White insists McGregor-Holloway announcement timing was not a shot at MVP

Dana White has rejected claims that the UFC 329 headliner announcement was timed to overshadow Most Valuable Promotions' debut MMA card on July 16, saying the Conor McGregor-Max Holloway rematch was confirmed and revealed the moment it was finalised.

MMA May 27

Verstappen mocks McLaren's costly tyre gamble as Antonelli wins Canadian GP

Max Verstappen took third place at the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal after McLaren's decision to start on intermediate tyres immediately backfired, leaving Lando Norris retired and Oscar Piastri 11th. Verstappen joked the call was "a great one" — for him.

Formula 1 May 27

Red Bull backs McLaren's push for stronger F1 team independence rules

Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has expressed support for tighter governance around team alliances in Formula 1, aligning with McLaren CEO Zak Brown's formal letter to the FIA raising concerns over dual ownership and sporting integrity.

Formula 1 May 27

Manchester United sign £20m Betway training kit deal as finances show sharp recovery

Manchester United have reportedly agreed a £20m-per-year training kit sponsorship with Betway, the most lucrative deal of its kind in football. The news coincides with the club posting an operating profit of £37.7m for the nine months to March 2026, reversing a loss from the same period a year earlier.

Football May 27

TNT Sports ends free YouTube tradition for Conference League final in Leipzig

Crystal Palace face Rayo Vallecano in the Conference League final in Leipzig on Wednesday, May 27, with TNT Sports confirming the match will not be shown free on YouTube — ending a decade-long tradition for European finals in the UK.

Football May 27

Barcelona and Real Madrid eye Gvardiol as Manchester City weigh €75m sale

Josko Gvardiol is open to leaving Manchester City following Pep Guardiola's departure, with Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich all monitoring the Croatian defender. City, who paid €90m for him in 2023, are reportedly willing to accept around €75m.

Football May 27

Pat Lam confirms Louis Rees-Zammit's permanent return to the wing at Bristol Bears

Bristol Bears head coach Pat Lam says Louis Rees-Zammit will play as a winger going forward after the Wales international requested the positional switch himself. The 25-year-old has scored tries every time he has lined up on the wing for the Bears this season.

Rugby May 27

Chelsea demand £120m for Enzo Fernandez as Real Madrid weigh summer midfield options

Chelsea have set an asking price of £120m (€138m) for Enzo Fernandez, who is keen on a move to Real Madrid this summer. With the Argentine under contract until 2032, the Blues are under no pressure to sell and Madrid are currently unwilling to meet that valuation.

Football May 27

Manchester United agree £20m Betway training kit deal as quarterly accounts show financial turnaround

Manchester United are set to announce a multi-year training kit sponsorship with Betway worth £20 million per season — reportedly the most lucrative deal of its kind in football — as their quarterly accounts reveal an operating profit of £37.7 million for the nine months to March 2026.

Football May 27

Manchester United close in on £38m Ederson deal as Carrick era takes shape

Manchester United are nearing a £38million agreement to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, with the 26-year-old expected to become Michael Carrick's first signing. The Brazilian was left out of Atalanta's final Serie A fixture to protect him from injury during negotiations.

Football May 27

Topuria blames UFC for blocking Makhachev superfight ahead of Gaethje clash

Ilia Topuria says the UFC, not Islam Makhachev, is responsible for their cross-divisional superfight failing to materialise. The undefeated lightweight champion is instead set to headline UFC White House against Justin Gaethje on June 14.

MMA May 27

Teixeira credits Pereira sparring for confidence ahead of UFC Macau clash with Pavlovich

Tallison Teixeira faces third-ranked heavyweight Sergei Pavlovich at UFC Macau on Saturday, having spent his entire training camp alongside light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira and veteran Glover Teixeira. The 6-foot-7 Brazilian says the experience has given him belief despite entering as a heavy underdog.

MMA May 27

Teixeira and 'Shogun' Rua set for boxing match at Spaten Fight Night 3 on Aug. 29

Former UFC light heavyweight champions Glover Teixeira and Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua will meet in an eight-round boxing match headlining Spaten Fight Night 3 on August 29 in Brazil, with Olympic judo and jiu-jitsu super fights also on the card.

MMA May 27

Antonelli leads F1 championship by 43 points but refuses to think about the title

Kimi Antonelli holds a 43-point lead in the 2025 Formula 1 standings after four consecutive race wins, including a dramatic victory in Montreal. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver insists he is focused only on maximising each race weekend rather than contemplating a world championship.

Formula 1 May 27

Soccer Aid 2026: Rooney, Defoe and Berbatov among stars set for London Stadium clash

Soccer Aid returns on Sunday 31 May at West Ham's London Stadium, with Wayne Rooney, Jermain Defoe and Dimitar Berbatov among the notable names lining up for England and the World XI in the annual Unicef charity match.

Football May 27

Parlour urges Arsenal to sign striker and winger before pursuing Tonali

Former Arsenal midfielder Ray Parlour has advised the club to prioritise a striker and a left winger over a move for Newcastle's Sandro Tonali, pointing to Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi as reasons midfield reinforcement is not the most pressing need.

Football May 27

Topuria reveals he nearly skipped his first pro fight out of fear in 2015

Ilia Topuria has admitted he was so frightened before his professional debut at 18 that he considered not leaving the backstage area. The undefeated two-weight UFC champion went on to submit Francisco Aspirilla by triangle choke in the first round.

MMA May 27

Real Madrid to activate Nico Paz buy-back clause within days despite election uncertainty

Real Madrid's presidential election between Florentino Perez and Enrique Riquelme has delayed several club decisions, including the José Mourinho appointment, but the buy-back of Como playmaker Nico Paz will proceed as planned within a two-week window.

Football May 27

Arsenal reveal Emirates Stadium upgrade plans as Kroenke eyes 20-year overhaul

Arsenal co-chairman Josh Kroenke and CEO Richard Garlick have outlined plans to significantly upgrade the Emirates Stadium, with increased capacity and improved facilities among the proposals. The announcement comes as the club celebrates its Premier League title win.

Football May 27