Weekend Sports Highlights: Norris, Starc Shine; Man Utd Stunned

Aug 24, 2026

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Aug 24, 2026 09:31

Lando Norris, Mitchell Starc and Hull City: Winners and losers from the weekend in sport

## F1 Triumph for Norris Lando Norris delivered an outstanding performance at the Dutch Grand Prix, securing his second consecutive victory. Starting from pole, he faced a tough challenge from championship leader Kimi Antonelli but managed to reclaim the lead and win the race.

## Hull City Upsets Manchester United Hull City made a remarkable return to the Premier League by defeating Manchester United 2-0. Goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy, both from set pieces, marked Hull's first league win over United in 52 years.

## Tennis Success for Fils and Gauff Arthur Fils claimed his first ATP Masters 1000 title in Cincinnati, defeating Frances Tiafoe. Meanwhile, Coco Gauff won the women's title, beating Jessica Pegula to secure her second Cincinnati Open victory.

## Starc's Bowling Masterclass Mitchell Starc played a pivotal role in Australia's victory over Bangladesh in the second Test. He took 10 wickets, helping Australia win by an innings and 51 runs, leveling the series 1-1.

## Clark Wins BMW Championship Wyndham Clark emerged victorious at the BMW Championship, finishing three shots ahead of Rory McIlroy. This win marked Clark's third PGA Tour victory of the year.

## Disappointments for Verstappen and Manchester United Max Verstappen's home race at Zandvoort ended in disappointment as he crashed on the opening lap. Manchester United also faced a setback, losing to Hull City in their Premier League opener.

## McIlroy Falls Short Rory McIlroy's attempt to win the BMW Championship fell short after a late bogey, finishing third behind Clark.

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