Sports News from Saturday, December 6th, 2025

Max Verstappen has taken pole position for the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Saturday, with McLaren's Formula One leader Lando Norris alongside on the front row and Oscar Piastri qualifying third.

Lewis Hamilton crashed his Ferrari in the final practice session of the Formula One season in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, with Mercedes' George Russell denying McLaren's championship leader Lando Norris a sweep of fastest times.

The Desert Vipers made it two wins in two matches after securing a hard-fought two-wicket win over the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday.

Justin Greaves struck an epic unbeaten 202 against a depleted New Zealand attack to help West Indies snatch a memorable draw in the opening Test at Christchurch's Hagley Oval on Saturday.