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Harrison Burton is set to join Sam Hunt Racing (SHR) full-time alongside Dean Thompson in 2026.

The 25-year-old driver will take the wheel of the No. 24 Toyota GR Supra in the rebranded NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series.

This move marks an exciting development for both Burton and SHR as they prepare for the upcoming season.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/nascar/news-sam-hunt-racing-announces-major-news-nascar-operation-concerning-harrison-burton

Gerard Piqué y la admiración inquieta por Lamine Yamal: “No sabemos cuánto tiempo podremos disfrutar de él”

Gerard Piqué, histórico central del FC Barcelona, ha ofrecido una visión dual sobre el fenómeno Lamine Yamal: una mezcla de rendición total a su talento y una cautelosa advertencia sobre la gestión de su carrera. El campeón del mundo, al comentar la irrupción del joven prodigio de 18 años, destacó la magnitud de su logro a tan temprana edad.

En sus declaraciones, Piqué subrayó la rareza y el mérito de que un jugador de 18 años, proveniente de La Masia, esté ya consolidado en la élite mundial. Además, el exjugador se centró en la necesidad de proteger a la joya azulgrana ante la vorágine de la fama y la presión.

### El elogio con advertencia

El que fuera central blaugrana no escatimó en elogios hacia la calidad de Yamal, reconociendo que su irrupción es un acontecimiento extraordinario en el panorama futbolístico.

“El mérito que tiene este chaval es una barbaridad. Lamine Yamal es muy especial”, señaló Piqué en una entrevista para el programa Jijantes con Gerard Romero.

Sin embargo, ahondando en su preocupación por el futuro a largo plazo de la perla culé, lanzó un claro mensaje al entorno del fútbol: “No sabemos cuánto tiempo podremos disfrutar de él. No nos lo carguemos.”

Esta reflexión apunta a la necesidad de que el jugador se cuide en el fútbol actual, un deporte mucho más exigente físicamente que en generaciones anteriores, pidiendo mesura y protección para el joven talento.

### Un talento precoz con un impacto indiscutible

A pesar de su corta edad, Lamine Yamal ya ha dejado una huella indeleble en el FC Barcelona y en la historia de LaLiga. Con tan solo 18 años, es considerado uno de los mejores futbolistas del mundo y un jugador plenamente consolidado en el primer equipo.

Entre sus hitos más relevantes, Yamal ha roto varios récords de precocidad:

– **Récord de títulos**: Es el único futbolista que ha ganado la Liga española dos veces siendo menor de 18 años.
– **Más de 100 partidos oficiales**: Superó los 100 partidos con el FC Barcelona antes de cumplir 18 años y 300 días.
– **Alta participación ofensiva**: Cuenta con más de 50 participaciones directas en goles, entre anotaciones y asistencias.

Lejos de ser una promesa, el extremo es ya un habitual en las alineaciones titulares del Barcelona. Su calidad y desparpajo lo comparan con grandes leyendas surgidas de La Masia, como Lionel Messi.

Gerard Piqué, con su experiencia y visión, invita a disfrutar del talento de Yamal pero también a cuidar su desarrollo para que su carrera sea tan brillante como su comienzo.
https://eldiariony.com/2025/10/25/gerard-pique-y-la-admiracion-inquieta-por-lamine-yamal-no-sabemos-cuanto-tiempo-podremos-disfrutar-de-el/

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Basel 2025: Joao Fonseca vs Jaume Munar preview, head-to-head, prediction, odds, and betting tips | Swiss Indoors

Match Details

  • Fixture: Joao Fonseca vs Jaume Munar
  • Date: October 25, 2025
  • Tournament: Swiss Indoors
  • Round: Semifinal
  • Venue: St. Jakobshalle, Basel, Switzerland
  • Category: ATP 500
  • Surface: Hard (indoor)
  • Prize Money: €2,523,045
  • Live Telecast: USA Tennis Channel | UK Sky Sports | Canada TSN

Joao Fonseca vs Jaume Munar Preview

Teen phenom Joao Fonseca will take on Jaume Munar in the semifinals of the Swiss Indoors 2025. Fonseca began his campaign in Basel with a hard-fought 7-6 (8), 6-3 victory over Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard.

He advanced to the quarterfinals without playing his second-round match, receiving a walkover from seventh seed Jakub Mensik. In the quarterfinals, Fonseca faced ninth seed Denis Shapovalov. He broke Shapovalov’s serve early to start the proceedings but couldn’t maintain that level throughout the first set and ultimately dropped it.

However, Fonseca bounced back strongly, taking the second set and leading 4-1 in the decider when Shapovalov retired from the match. This victory secured Fonseca’s place in the semifinals.

On the other side, Jaume Munar had a solid start by defeating Remy Bertola 6-2, 6-4 in the first round. He then pulled off an upset against second seed Ben Shelton, winning 6-3, 6-4.

The quarterfinals saw Munar go head-to-head with fifth seed Felix Auger-Aliassime, who was fresh off winning last week’s European Open. Munar matched the in-form Auger-Aliassime shot for shot, gaining a crucial break in the fourth game to clinch the first set.

The match ended prematurely when Auger-Aliassime retired, allowing Munar to advance to the semifinals.

Head-to-Head

This upcoming semifinal encounter will mark the first meeting between Joao Fonseca and Jaume Munar, so the head-to-head record currently stands at 0-0.

While they represent different stages of their careers — Fonseca as the promising young talent and Munar as the seasoned veteran — both are enjoying the best seasons of their careers to date.

Fonseca is set to break into the ATP top 40 next week due to his impressive run in Basel. Munar, meanwhile, is also on course to reach a career-high ranking and could crack the top 30 if he reaches the final.

This year, Munar holds a 30-23 win-loss record. His highlights include reaching the fourth round of the US Open and making deep runs at several Masters 1000 events.

Fonseca captured his maiden ATP title at the Argentina Open and has reached the third round of both the French Open and Wimbledon, as well as two Masters 1000 tournaments.

The teenager’s forehand has been especially lethal throughout this week, and if he continues performing at this level, Fonseca will be the favorite to reach the biggest final of his young career.

Prediction

Pick: Joao Fonseca to win in straight sets.

Betting Tips

  • Tip 1: Joao Fonseca to win.
  • Tip 2: The match will have at least 20 games.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/basel-2025-joao-fonseca-vs-jaume-munar-preview-head-to-head-prediction-odds-betting-tips-swiss-indoors

Takeaways: Lakers flatten Timberwolves as Luka Doncic scores 49 points

**Lakers Dominate Timberwolves 128-110 in LeBron James’ Absence**

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers secured a convincing 128-110 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night, despite missing their superstar LeBron James. The matchup marked the second meeting between the teams this season and was a rematch of last year’s first-round playoff series.

Luka Doncic was the star of the night, delivering an outstanding performance with 49 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists. The Lakers showcased their offensive prowess by shooting an impressive 59.2% from the field.

### Early Timberwolves Lead Fades Quickly

The Timberwolves started strong, building a double-digit lead in the first quarter. They executed a fast-paced game plan, pushing the ball aggressively after makes and misses, which helped them settle into an early rhythm. Minnesota raced out to a 28-17 lead by hitting 11 of their first 14 shots.

Anthony Edwards led the Wolves’ offense with 31 points, while Julius Randle contributed 26. Despite their early success, the Timberwolves’ defense struggled to contain the Lakers, especially when Doncic was on the floor.

### Lakers Rally in Second Quarter

With Doncic resting on the bench during the second quarter, the Timberwolves’ defensive issues became more evident, as the Lakers clawed back to erase the double-digit deficit and tied the game at 60. The Lakers took a 68-63 lead into halftime with Doncic already tallying 32 points.

### Lakers Extend Lead in Second Half

The third quarter painted a stark picture for Minnesota. After allowing Portland to score 95 points by the end of three quarters earlier in the week, the Wolves gave up an even more daunting 108 points to the Lakers through three quarters on Friday.

Defensive lapses were plentiful, with late rotations, open shooters, and frequent falls for pump fakes. The Lakers kept the pressure on, extending their lead to 14 points early in the fourth quarter.

### Impact of LeBron’s Absence

LeBron James, 40, sat out due to a nerve injury that could keep him sidelined for Wednesday’s game against Minnesota at the Target Center. Without him, Doncic has taken on a heavy offensive load, following up his 43-point debut against Golden State with Friday’s dominant 49-point outing.

### Supporting Cast Steps Up

The Lakers received strong contributions beyond Doncic. Austin Reaves, who the Wolves had limited effectively in the playoffs last season, scored 25 points and provided 11 assists. Rui Hachimura also impressed, scoring 23 points on a highly efficient 10-for-13 shooting.

### Timberwolves’ Rotation and Dillingham’s Debut

Timberwolves coach Chris Finch continued his deep rotation, using 10 players throughout the game. Second-year guard Rob Dillingham, the No. 8 pick in the 2024 NBA draft, was initially left out of the rotation. Finch opted to use Bones Hyland for backup point guard minutes when Mike Conley picked up three first-half fouls. Hyland contributed nine points off the bench, with Jaylen Clark adding another nine.

Dillingham finally got his first minutes of the season with the Wolves trailing 117-98 and just over eight minutes remaining. Unfortunately, his night was cut short after only 59 seconds due to a bloody nose.

### Doncic’s Masterclass

No matter the defensive assignment—be it Jaden McDaniels, Jaylen Clark, or Anthony Edwards—Doncic consistently found open shots, drew fouls, or set up teammates for easy baskets. His masterful performance left the Wolves powerless to stop him and was the defining factor in the Lakers’ dominant win.

The Timberwolves are now 1-1 on the West Coast trip and will return home for their season opener against the Indiana Pacers on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Lakers look to continue their strong start as they prepare for upcoming matchups without LeBron James.
https://www.startribune.com/takeaways-lakers-flatten-timberwolves-as-luka-doncic-scores-49-points/601461891

Freeport football surges past Dirigo in second half

Freeport Prevails Over Dirigo 35-13 on Senior Night

FREEPORT — After Freeport quarterback Andrew Thomas threw an interception late in the first half, he knew the second half had to look different for the Falcons.

“Coach came over to me with the iPad, showed me what I did wrong,” Thomas said after Freeport’s 35-13 win over Dirigo. “I made the wrong read, but he was there. Everyone was there to support me. This is a great team, everyone just tried to lift me up. It was amazing.”

Dirigo’s Trevor Crosby intercepted that pass from Thomas and returned it 88 yards for a touchdown on the final play of the second quarter to cut Freeport’s lead to 15-13 at halftime. However, the Falcons took control in the second half, scoring 20 unanswered points.

“I personally struggled in the first half, threw two interceptions in one half,” Thomas admitted. “Our defense came up clutch, and after the half we just exploded and never stopped scoring.”

The Freeport offense was sparked early in the second half by a spectacular one-handed catch by Sam Walker, who hauled in a 35-yard gain to the Dirigo 10-yard line. Thomas took care of the rest on the very next play, running into the end zone to extend the Falcons’ lead to 22-13.

“(Sam’s) a very emotional player, loves the game, and him and I have a very fun relationship,” Freeport coach Paul St. Pierre said. “Sometimes when he gets upset, he plays better, so I find ways to motivate him throughout the game. I think I did, and he responded extremely well. I’m proud of him for making it. He’s going to remember that catch for probably the rest of his life.”

Sam Willard, who finished the night with 10 carries for 119 yards and two touchdowns (3 and 24 yards), called Walker’s catch “inspirational” and “just what we needed” to ignite the offense in the second half. Willard’s second touchdown gave Freeport a 29-13 lead with 3:32 left in the game.

“I just want to give a big shout-out to our linemen for the blocking,” Willard said. “They made it possible for me to get into that end zone, and all props go to them.”

Senior lineman Dietrich Schultz capped the scoring with his first career touchdown, a 2-yard run following a 9-yard gain on the previous play, with 1:47 remaining to put the game away.

Back and Forth First Half

Dirigo struck first on a 1-yard run by Tanner Bradeen, giving the Cougars a 7-0 lead midway through the opening quarter. Freeport answered four minutes later with Keigan Haveran’s 18-yard touchdown run, tying the score at 7-7.

Willard then gave the Falcons the lead with a 3-yard run. On the 2-point conversion, Thomas found Drew Pound in the end zone to make it 15-7 early in the second quarter. Dirigo’s Crosby responded with an 88-yard interception return, closing the gap to 15-13.

Dirigo attempted a 2-point conversion to tie the game but their pass was intercepted by Freeport’s defense.

“I think (Trevor’s) up to eight interceptions this year, [he’s returned] two or three to the house,” Dirigo coach Joshua Newhall said. “He’s incredibly smart, he calls probably 80% of our defense, and just reads and reacts. I can’t say enough nice things about the kid, I think he’s underrated… that’s just next level. He’s got wheels.”

Postseason Up Next

Dirigo’s roster has dwindled from 30 players at the start of the season, notably losing junior Hudson Lufkin—a two-way standout at quarterback and linebacker and one of the best players in Class D—to an ACL tear. Senior Brady Philbrick moved from receiver to replace Lufkin at quarterback.

“Brady went into a tough situation,” Newhall said. “Anybody stepping in after Hudson, it’s a tough spot. He hadn’t played quarterback for us, and I think tonight was tough. We had a hard time with some reads, but he ran the ball well. He threw a couple good balls, we dropped a couple balls that normally we wouldn’t drop. I think that playoff version of him will be a little different than what we saw tonight.”

Despite the loss, Dirigo (5-3) may secure the second seed in the Class D South playoffs, granting them a first-round bye and a home game in the semifinals. Freeport (5-3), on the other hand, could end up as the fifth seed and face a road game in next week’s quarterfinals.

Statistical Leaders

  • Freeport: Sam Willard (10 carries, 119 yards, 2 TDs), Andrew Thomas (13 carries, 88 yards, 1 TD; 7-of-11 passing, 81 yards), Keigan Haveran (TD reception; 5 carries, 39 yards)
  • Dirigo: Brady Philbrick (8-of-14 passing, 75 yards; 9 carries, 46 yards), Tanner Bradeen (4 carries, 13 yards, 1 TD), Caiden Skidgell (2 catches, 33 yards)

They Said It

Freeport coach Paul St. Pierre: “(Dirigo is) a great town, great program, and they fought hard. It could have been a whole different game if we were up at their place. I’m just very lucky that we were able to lock them down in the second half and get the win against a very good program.”

Dirigo coach Joshua Newhall: “Statistically, I think we’re one of the top defenses in turnovers, even statewide; it puts us at 18 interceptions this season. They bought into the culture early, they bought into what we wanted to do defensively, and we generate turnovers, we generate fumbles, we generate interceptions, we create pressure.”

Paul St. Pierre on his team: “This is a great team. I know we’ve had some losses. We’ve had other seasons where we’ve had better records, but these kids are just phenomenal. They’re a great group of kids. This has been one of the most fun seasons I’ve ever had. They come to work every single week, working hard. They watch film, they’re dedicated, they’re loyal, they work hard every day. I’m so proud to get this resolved on Senior Night. They all chipped in, whether it’s on the field, off the field. In games and practice, they’re doing all the right things, and I hope it carries over into their life. Who knows, 10, 20 years down the road, maybe they’re coaching, maybe they’re fathers of players.”

https://www.sunjournal.com/2025/10/24/freeport-football-surges-past-dirigo-in-second-half/

How a 2018 Supreme Court decision paved the way for meteoric growth in legal sports betting

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By Mark Sherman, Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — A 2018 Supreme Court decision opened the floodgates for the legalized sports-betting industry, now worth billions of dollars a year, despite controversy surrounding the ruling. This decision is back in the spotlight following arrests of more than 30 people, including an NBA player and coach, as part of investigations into criminal schemes involving rigged sports bets and poker games linked to Mafia families.

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The court struck down a 1992 federal law, the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), which barred betting on football, basketball, baseball, and other sports in most states. Justice Samuel Alito, writing for the majority, stated that the way Congress prohibited states from authorizing sports betting violated the Constitution’s Tenth Amendment, which protects states’ powers.

“The legalization of sports gambling requires an important policy choice, but the choice is not ours to make,” Alito wrote. He added that the court’s role is to interpret whether the law Congress enacted aligns with the Constitution—and PASPA did not.

The trouble, Alito explained, was that Congress did not make sports betting a federal crime but instead barred states from legalizing it, infringing upon their authority.

Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices Clarence Thomas, Anthony Kennedy, Neil Gorsuch, and Elena Kagan joined Alito’s opinion.

**Dissenting Views**
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg dissented, arguing that the court should have invalidated only the part of the law restricting states and preserved the rest, especially provisions affecting private parties and betting schemes. Writing for Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Stephen Breyer, she highlighted that courts generally seek to salvage rather than demolish a law. Breyer agreed that parts of the law should be struck down but disagreed that the entire law should fail.

Alito countered that Congress did not intend for the provisions to be treated separately.

**Concerns About Corruption**
Senator Bill Bradley of New Jersey, a former NBA star, sponsored PASPA to protect against the dangers of sports betting. Major professional sports leagues and the NCAA urged the court to uphold the law, fearing gambling would harm the integrity of their games. They also highlighted the additional resources needed to monitor betting patterns and investigate suspicious activity. The Trump administration supported maintaining the ban.

Alito acknowledged the controversy around legal sports gambling, citing historical scandals such as the 1919 “Black Sox Scandal” and 1950s college basketball point-shaving schemes as examples of risks to sports integrity.

Nevertheless, he concluded that Congress could not require states to maintain prohibitions against sports betting.

Originally published: October 24, 2025 at 11:10 AM CDT.
https://www.twincities.com/2025/10/24/sports-betting-supreme-court/

“FBI director having great taste”: Hockey fans react as Kash Patel gives his nod of approval to Nordiques & Whalers hockey sweaters

The Colorado Avalanche and the Carolina Hurricanes turned back the clock on Thursday night in Denver.

Both teams paid homage to their original franchises during Heritage Night, celebrating the rich history and legacy of their organizations.
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“I felt she shouldn’t have been made to sit out against England” – Former MI star lauds Jemimah Rodrigues’ knock in IND vs NZ Women’s World Cup clash

Former Mumbai Indians (MI) player Aditya Tare has lauded Jemimah Rodrigues for her stroke-filled half-century in India’s Women’s World Cup 2025 clash against New Zealand. He expressed that the right-handed batter should not have been dropped in India’s previous game against England.

Jemimah scored an unbeaten 76 off 55 balls as India posted a massive total of 340/3 in 49 overs during the Women’s World Cup 2025 league game held in Navi Mumbai on Thursday, October 23.

During a discussion on Star Sports, Tare praised Jemimah for proving her worth after being left out of the playing XI in the prior match.

“There were only 14 dot balls in her innings. It shows how busy she was,” Tare said. “She started this World Cup with two ducks. Questions were being raised whether Jemi would be the player dropped to play an extra bowler. It seemed like a harsh decision in the last match because she had played a similar kind of innings against Australia. She had scored quickfire 30-odd runs.”

He added, “I felt she shouldn’t have been made to sit out against England. However, Jemimah Rodrigues took the team management’s decision very positively. They showed faith in her today, and she got a promotion. I feel the Indian batting lineup does not have a player like Jemi.”

Aditya Tare highlighted Jemimah’s ability to play lap shots, hit fast bowlers over the top, and clear the extra cover region effortlessly. He emphasized that the 25-year-old brings a different dimension to the Indian batting lineup.

### “This Innings Shows Her Character” – Reema Malhotra Praises Jemimah Rodrigues

In the same discussion, former India all-rounder Reema Malhotra commended Jemimah Rodrigues’ intentful knock at No. 3, saying it reflects her character.

“Firstly, clap because she came at No. 3,” Malhotra said. “This innings shows her character. She was hungry for this. She was waiting for this. This is why the Indian team and selectors back Jemi. She brings energy with her. There was intent in this knock. She used the depth of the crease.”

The cricketer-turned-commentator also pointed out that Jemimah was effective against both pace and spin and called the Mumbaikar a true team player.

“I would call it a calculative innings. She played the pacers well, used her feet against spinners, played sweeps, reverse sweeps, and paddles, and scored an incredible half-century. She is from Mumbai and was playing at home. She is a king at home. She wants to contribute for her team, whether she is playing or not, which means she is a true team player,” observed Malhotra.

### Key Partnership Contributions

Jemimah Rodrigues walked out to bat after Smriti Mandhana (109 off 95) and Pratika Rawal (122 off 134) had stitched together a formidable 212-run opening partnership. Jemimah then added 76 runs with Pratika for the second wicket and 48 runs with Harmanpreet Kaur (10 off 11) for the third wicket, helping India post a commanding total.

**About the author – Kartik Iyer**

Kartik Iyer is a cricket writer at Sportskeeda with over four years of professional experience. He specializes in news articles and is committed to delivering authentic, accurate content sourced only from credible outlets.

Kartik’s passion for cricket began in childhood, and he has been a devoted follower ever since. He supports Team India as they represent the country on the international stage. His all-time favorite cricketer is Rahul Dravid, admired for his impeccable technique and approach to the game.

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