George Russell’s retirement from the Canadian Grand Prix has dealt a significant blow to his championship aspirations. The retirement handed the win to his Mercedes team-mate, Kimi Antonelli, who now holds a 43-point lead in the drivers’ championship. Russell acknowledged that Antonelli’s lead means “it’s his to lose.”
Daniel Suarez of Spire Motorsports won the rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The victory is closely linked to Kyle Busch Motorsports, with Spire racing out of the old Kyle Busch Motorsports shop. Suarez spoke highly of Busch and the help he offered him.
The Enhanced Games, a controversial sporting event where athletes are encouraged to use performance-enhancing drugs, has begun in Vegas. The competition features elite athletes aiming to break world records in track, weightlifting, and swimming. Some $25m in prize money is up for grabs, with a $1m bonus for world records in certain events.
Kristian Gkolomeev broke the world record in the men’s 50m free at the Enhanced Games. The Greek swimmer’s 20.81-second swim earned him $250,000 for first place and a $1 million bonus. Fred Kerley competed but fell short of a world record.
The Colorado Avalanche lost 3-1 to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2 of the Western Conference Final. This marks the first time this season the Avalanche have blown a third-period lead. The Golden Knights now lead the best-of-7 series 2-0.
Fernando Tatis Jr. is planning to appeal after a San Diego judge ruled against him in a case regarding a future-earnings deal he signed as a teenager. The judge confirmed her tentative ruling that Tatis’ legal challenge came too late. Tatis now reportedly owes the Big League Advance Fund just under $3.74 million.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were seen kissing courtside at the Cavaliers vs. Knicks game in Cleveland. The couple appeared to be cheering on the Cavs. Throughout the month, Swift and Kelce have been seen together quite a bit, enjoying several dates.
AEW Double or Nothing will be live from Louis Armstrong Stadium in New York on May 24, 2026. The event features nine matches on the main card, including five championship bouts. Mick Foley will join Renee Paquette as her co-host for The Buy In.
Charly Rodriguez, the Cruz Azul captain, has stated he is in a great stage of his life. Rodriguez hopes to win the Liga MX title and still hopes to make the final Mexico squad. He acknowledged his disappointment at not being included in Javier Aguirre’s initial list.
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 123-108 in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals, taking a 2-1 series lead. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 26 points. Victor Wembanyama scored 26 points for the Spurs in the losing effort.