Lewis Hamilton won his sixth Formula One drivers' championship after coming second in the US Grand Prix.
His Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas took the chequered flag in Austin, but Hamilton only needed to finish in the top-eight to secure the crown.
Red Bull's Max Verstappen came third in the race, ahead of Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.
The 34-year-old Hamilton is now just one behind Michael Schumacher's record of seven world titles.
Dubai Basketball clinch ABA League title
Dubai Basketball secured their first ABA League title after defeating Partizan 83-81 in Game 4 of the finals in Belgrade, sealing a 3-1 series victory.
Ghana's Partey out of Panama game after visa refused
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will not take part in their World Cup game against Panama on Wednesday after his visa application to enter Canada was refused, FIFA said on Friday.
Norris fastest ahead of Russell in second Barcelona practice
Formula One champion Lando Norris put McLaren top of the practice timesheets at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on Friday with George Russell looking strong for Mercedes after two races without scoring.
New Zealand's Williamson retires from international cricket
New Zealand stalwart Kane Williamson quit international cricket on Friday, ending a stellar 16-year career marked by numerous accolades and by captaining his side to the title in the inaugural World Test Championship in 2021.
South Korea fight back to beat Czech Republic in World Cup opener
South Korea has rallied from a goal down to defeat Czech Republic 2-1 and make a winning start to their World Cup Group A campaign, much to the delight of their fans and local Mexican support on Thursday.
Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has provided support for the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak in Africa.
Dubai Customs has intercepted 223 live animals hidden inside an abandoned suitcase at Dubai International Airport in a major wildlife trafficking case.
A reckless female driver has been summoned by Dubai Police for allowing a female co-passenger sit on the door of a moving convertible to take photos.
