Sports & Outdoor

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 5, 2024 –

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 5, 2024 – The European Handball Federation (EHF) has announced the winners of the prestigious EHF Excellence Awards 2024 in beach handball, recognizing outstanding achievements in the sport. Portuguese goalkeeper Ricardo Castro and Dutch right wing Meike Kruijer have been named the Most Valuable Players (MVPs) of the season, solidifying their positions as top athletes in beach handball.

The EHF Excellence Awards are presented annually to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional skill, dedication, and sportsmanship throughout the year. Castro and Kruijer's selection is a testament to their remarkable performances on both the national team and club levels.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 5, 2024 –  

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 05, 2024-The new champions of the EHF Beach Handball Champions Cup 2024 have been crowned, with The Danish Beachhandball Dream and GRD Leça - Spar taking home the coveted prize after dramatic shootouts.

The Danish Beachhandball Dream successfully defended their title in a thrilling match against CATS A.M. Team Almeria. Frida Nygaard Ulrichsen led her team to victory with an impressive 11 points, securing the prestigious trophy for Denmark once again.

In an equally intense bronze medal match, Black Lake Beach emerged victorious against GRD Leça - Love Tiles. Meike Kruijer, from the winning team, was named the tournament's most valuable player in the women's competition.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 5, 2024 – With the Women's EHF EURO 2024 just around the corner, excitement is building as the 24 participating nations have officially announced their squad lists for the tournament. This highly anticipated championship, hosted in Austria, Hungary, and Switzerland, promises to deliver thrilling handball action and showcase the best female athletes in Europe.

Each nation has submitted a squad list comprising a maximum of 35 players. "Each squad list contains a maximum of 35 players and will serve as the basis for the respective federation to select the 20-player official delegation participating at the EHF EURO 2024, together with eight officials," clarified the official media release. These lists are crucial as they form the pool from which the final 20-player delegation, along with eight officials, will be chosen to represent their country in the tournament.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 4, 2024 – BWT Alpine Formula One Team tackled the challenges of the Autódromo José Carlos Pace Circuit for the São Paulo Grand Prix, Round 21 of the 2024 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. Drivers Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly were eager to take on the iconic circuit and deliver strong results in the final leg of the triple-header.

The São Paulo Grand Prix, held at the legendary Interlagos circuit, was known for its passionate fans, challenging layout, and unpredictable racing. The circuit's combination of high-speed straights, tight corners, and elevation changes demanded precision and skill from the drivers.

Esteban Ocon embraced the unique atmosphere and challenges that the São Paulo Grand Prix presented. He commented, "I am looking forward to heading to Brazil this week. The track is always a fun challenge to drive, and the atmosphere is incredible. Like Mexico City, the São Paulo fans always bring the noise which spurs us drivers on."

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 3, 2024 – Team Peugeot TotalEnergies ended the FIA World Endurance Championship season on a high note with a spectacular podium finish at the 8 Hours of Bahrain.    

Starting from the back of the grid after their best qualifying time was canceled, the No. 93 PEUGEOT 9X8, driven by Jensen, Müller, and Vergne, mounted an impressive comeback to claim third place.  The team's No. 94 car, unfortunately, had to retire with less than two hours of the race remaining due to a high voltage issue.    

Despite the challenges, the team's strategic tire management and the drivers' impressive performance in the No. 93 car secured them a podium finish.    

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 3, 2024 – Lancia roared back into the world of rally racing, joining forces with long-time technical partner Sparco, a reunion that ignited excitement among motorsport enthusiasts. This dynamic duo, with a history of shared victories in rally racing's golden era, renewed their collaboration for the 2025 Rally program, introducing the purpose-built Ypsilon Rally4 HF.

Ypsilon Rally4 HF: A Fusion of Power and Technology

The Ypsilon Rally4 HF emerged as a testament to Lancia's rally car legacy, seamlessly blending cutting-edge technology with exhilarating performance.  Built on a CMP MHEV platform, it offered a unique combination of lightweight agility and robust structural rigidity.  Enhancing safety, the car featured a welded tubular safety cage, ensuring a high-performance, secure chassis that met the stringent FIA standards.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 3, 2024 – Audi Sport customer racing proudly announced that its three customer racing models, the Audi R8 LMS GT3, the Audi R8 LMS GT4, and the Audi RS 3 LMS, all achieved international success in October.    

The Audi R8 LMS GT3 won the GT America powered by AWS racing series with driver Johnny O'Connell.  O'Connell, a former professional driver, turned a deficit of 18 points into a narrow lead in the final race of the season.  This marked the 121st time since 2009 that a racing driver secured a championship victory in an Audi R8 LMS.    

The Audi R8 LMS GT4 continued its streak of success in the Championnat de France FFSA GT, winning its seventh title since 2018.  The customer team CSA Racing prevailed in the Pro-Am category for the first time this season, with drivers Gaël Castelli and Rodolphe Wallgren scoring points in each of the twelve races.    

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – NOVEMBER 02, 2024 - The BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 marked a thrilling return to the event's roots in Africa, with Namibia serving as the stunning backdrop for the ninth edition of this legendary adventure. Over six days, 22 teams from around the globe, including 16 men's and 6 women's teams, navigated a challenging 1,350-kilometer route through Namibia's diverse and demanding terrains.

A Test of Skill, Endurance, and Camaraderie

This year's event was more than just a competition; it was a true test of skill, endurance, and camaraderie, embodying the essence of the GS spirit. Participants faced a series of special stages designed to push their limits, testing their off-road riding abilities, mechanical knowledge, navigation skills, and teamwork.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 31, 2024 – boot Düsseldorf 2025 is set to be the top event in the water sports industry, with 17 exhibition halls filled with boats, yachts, diving and surfing equipment, and destinations from around the world.

"The music is playing in Düsseldorf! If you want to experience the diversity of water sports and learn more about them in person, this is the right place for you," says boot Director Petros Michelidakis.

The event will feature a wide range of yachts and boats, making it the leading trade fair in the industry. Despite the current economic challenges, boot Düsseldorf will showcase the biggest names in the industry, including X-Yachts, Jeanneau/Beneteau, Dufour, Excess, Hallberg Rassy, Contest, Amel, Saffier, Solaris, Elan, Grand Soleil, Lagoon, and Bali in sailing halls 15 and 16.