While he might not have a point in the F1 World Championship, George Russell has won his third title on the Azerbaijan Virtual GP circuit. Russell snuck into pole position during qualifying, narrowly bumping Alex Albon to second. As the race started, Russell and Albon got a clean getaway as the other drivers tried to … Read more
This weekend marks the second-last online Formula 1 tournament with the Azerbaijan Virtual Grand Prix. Some new drivers will be joining the grid, including Sergio Perez and Pierre Gasly. So, will they get close to the top 10, or will George Russell snatch another win? In all fairness, the F1 2019 game evens out the … Read more
Racing fans might be able to tune in and watch the Formula 1 return on 5 July after Austria’s government approved the idea. After weeks of discussions about health and safety protocols, the FIA, Red Bull Ring Officials, and local authorities are willing to move forward with a back-to-back set of races. Reportedly the FIA … Read more
Looking for a way to participate in the newly reopened season of AFL? The KFC SuperCoach Draft has a new update that might make isolation a little more bearable. Whether you’re interested in a public or private draft, you can find the best ways to take part below. With the season starting today, you’ll need … Read more
With the return of footy this Thursday, sportsbooks are offering some generous odds on the teams expected to crack the top eight. Specifically: the Geelong Cats, Brisbane Lions, Sydney Swans, Richmond, West Coast, GWS, and Collingwood, among others. So, what are the lines like for footy fans in AFL 2020 Round 2? According to Neds … Read more
With a 39-second lead and just one mandatory stop, George Russell nabbed another win on the Monaco Virtual GP. While he’s never scored a point in the real race in F1 or F2, Russell is proving to have some serious skill online. Of course, he had to beat Charles Leclerc to the top spot, which … Read more
The AFL 2020 fixtures have been confirmed with major changes to the line-up. Early on Thursday morning, the AFL confirmed major changes and it all starts with four Melbourne matches. Fans are extremely disappointed with the fixtures for the Brisbane Lions. Many high-profile fans blew up over social media due to the fixtures failure to … Read more
On Sunday, Valterri Bottas, Esteban Ocon, and Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will race in the Monaco Virtual Grand Prix. In the race, they’ll be joining regular drivers Alex Albon, Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, Antonio Giovinazzi, and recent winner George Russell. In the simulated race, Russell, Albon, and Leclerc are favourites to win. However, as Russell … Read more
Geelong Cats Coach Chris Scott is confident that Jack Steven will be returning to the team after a mysterious stabbing. On Sunday, the midfielder self-admitted to a hospital with a mysterious stab wound. Although Steven was discharged on Tuesday, the Victoria police are still investigating the incident. With few details and radio silence on Jack … Read more
In a move that surprised Formula 1 fans, Daniel Ricciardo has signed a multi-year contract with McLaren. Following two years with Renault, his decision seems to be motivated by the opportunity to win after McLaren switched to Mercedes engines. So, what changed the driver’s mind? According to Zak Brown, the boss of McLaren, his changes … Read more
An experiment by Germany will bring back the Bundesliga to TV screens across the globe. However, German soccer will look nothing like it did before. Reportedly, the new guidelines for health and safety will limit how many people can be inside the stadium and where they can go. This includes players, coaches, reporters, spectators, and … Read more
In the uncertainty of this pandemic, many people are turning to eSports gambling, according to EveryMatrix. Through a new report, the statistics show that betting competitive video gaming has increased 40x since this time last year. The report confirms that 85% of the total eSports betting volume is for classic games like League of Legends, … Read more
During the pandemic, Formula 1 is still going with digital races on the popular F1 2019 game. This Sunday’s Spanish Virtual GP is the latest instalment in the series, showcasing F1 drivers against other professional sports stars and gamers in the mix. Overall winner George Russell managed to get the win and keep Charles Leclerc … Read more
It’s no secret that sportsbooks can monitor bets easily and then detect possible match-fixing. So, the fact that Midnite is joining the Esports Integrity Commission as a supporter could help the industry stay fair. Its decision comes easily, according to official statements, because the sportsbook mainly offers eSports markets. In the latest reports from stats … Read more
While the world stays at home, the F1 2019 Virtual GP is bringing racing fans a bit of excitement. In a stunning victory, Alex Albon beat Charles Leclerc to the Interlagos win. In the race, Stoffel Vandoorne tested the real-world mechanics of the game by spinning out from the pole position. This left a gap … Read more
After millions of views for Valorant streams, a new Twitch ban will hopefully stop those who are gaming the system for free beta keys. According to Twitch’s official Twitter account, the decision is because of channels that streamed 24/7, but only showed highlight reels or stolen videos. And why on earth would people do that? … Read more
In the wake of COVID-19, the pro gaming industry is taking up the mantle of traditional sports to entertain millions of viewers. According to the latest statistics, two professional competitions have witnessed record-breaking viewership numbers on streams. League of Legends (LoL) and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) both set new records for their regional tournaments. Both … Read more
Activision has announced the inaugural Call of Duty Mobile eSports tournament, starting on 30 April with qualifier rounds. While there isn’t much information about it right now, the $1 million grand prize has been revealed. The move into eSports so soon after the game launched is nothing new these days. To get into the tournament, … Read more
Riot Games has broken convention and launched its first tournament eSports for the new Valorant game. Since the First Person Shooter (FPS) game is still in closed beta, this is an unconventional move from the game developer. But, it’s probably a smart technique to introduce Valorant eSports before anyone’s played it. After all, the best … Read more
Since nearly a third of the global population is now stuck inside, traditional sports are on hold. With the COVID-19 pandemic in full swing, fans are turning to eSports for distractions. So, what’s worth watching now that tournaments are cancelled and how does it work? Let’s find out. When eSports first started, traditional sports were … Read more