There is a new leader in the INDYCAR standings. And while the points leader isnt always going to be on top of the power rankings, it stands true for this week. Josef Newgardens win Saturday at Phoenix Raceway pushed him ahead of Alex Palou in the rankings, but few would be surprised if Palou finds himself back in the top spot at some point this season. Here are my power rankings two races into the 2026 season: Dropped out:Marcus Ericsson (Last Week: 8), Will Power (Last Week: 9) On the verge: Marcus Ericsson, Will Power, Christian Rasmussen 10. Alexander Rossi (Last Week: Not Ranked) Rossi started sixth and finished sixth in a solid weekend for ECR, as Christian Rasmussen was the class of the field until he got damage battling with Will Power for the lead. 9. Marcus Armstrong (Last Week: 10) Armstrong finished fifth at Phoenix after an 11th-place finish in the season opener. He needs to be a little more consistent but you have to love the potential of this Meyer Shank Racing driver. 8. David Malukas (Last Week: Not Ranked) Malukas won the pole and finished third at Phoenix, a wonderful weekend as he acclimated himself to the Team Penske program. Doesnt look like it will take long. 7. Christian Lundgaard (Last Week: 3) Lundgaard was 13th at Phoenix, a sign that he still isnt money on the short ovals. But no one should forget that he was third at St. Pete and theres another street course this week with the inaugural Grand Prix of Arlington in Texas. 6. Scott Dixon (Last Week: 7) Dixon was seventh at Phoenix, which wasnt great but way better than the disaster that was St. Petersburg. Plus, he got his photo with Michael Jordan during the Phoenix weekend, so hes got the good mojo going. 5. Scott McLaughlin (Last Week: 2) McLaughlin was eighth at Phoenix and dropped just one spot in the standings to third. Like Lundgaard, he should be a threat at Arlington. 4. Pato OWard (Last Week: 5) OWard finished fourth at Phoenix for back-to-back top fives to open the season but is still seeking his first podium. But thats what top drivers do if they arent winning, they are finishing somewhat close to the front. 3. Kyle Kirkwood (Last Week: 4) Kirkwood finished fourth at St. Pete and then second at Phoenix to open the season strong. It wouldnt be a surprise if the Andretti Global driver is a threat every week. 2. Alex Palou (Last Week: 1) Sorry, Alex, but when you wreck out and drop to fifth in the standings, its going to be hard to retain the No. 1 spot. But the Ganassi driver is still the one to beat week in and week out. 1. Josef Newgarden (Last Week: 6) What a difference a few races makes. Newgarden went winless in 2025 until the season finale and his win at Phoenix gave him two victories in the last three races. The Team Penske driver is back and that's if you felt like he ever even left.

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A.J. Brown trade rumor gives interesting nugget for Patriots, Chargers, Chiefs, Bills originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The world continues to wait on what the Philadelphia Eagles will do with star wide receiver A.J. Brown, who has been the subject of countless trade rumors this offseason.In the meantime, Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer dropped an interesting nugget about the teams on Brown's wish list.That wish list has the New England Patriots, Buffalo Bills, Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs on it, although Breer adds that the Patriots are the only team of that group seriously considering trading for him.On the surface that would appear to give the Patriots some leverage, but Breer explains why that isn't exactly the case.Finally, weve mentioned how the Patriots, Chiefs, Chargers and Bills were the teams on A.J. Browns wish list and that New England appeared to be the only team from that group really in on the idea of trading for the 28-year-old three-time All-Pro. That would seem to give the Patriots some leverage. But on the flip side, Brown is really the only top-shelf receiver on the trade market, which gives the Eagles leverage. Or maybe putting those two elements together will just turn this into a staring contest. Time will tell.The Patriots just make a ton of sense for Brown.Not only do the Patriots badly need a No. 1 receiver with New England reportedly set to cut Stefon Diggs, but Brown has a connection to New England through head coach Mike Vrabel, who Brown played under in Tennessee.The roadblock to a Brown trade right now, according to rumors, is the Eagles' asking price, which NFL Network's Mike Garafolo revealed was "Quinnen Williams-esque."That means Philly is looking for at least a first- and second-round pick, and quite possibly a player, which is what the Dallas Cowboys traded to the New York Jets for Williams.The expectation is that's simply too much for the Patriots, but perhaps that will change if New England continues to strike out on receivers in free agency.More NFL NewsTrey Hendrickson rumor is good news for Bills, Raiders, Cowboys, EaglesCowboys, Eagles trade rumor reveals interest in Steelers Pro BowlerJets, Giants trade rumor reveals interest in same WR, asking priceCowboys-Steelers trade rumor cites Dallas' interest in Pro Bowler49ers-Giants trade rumor gains steam after Broncos cut starter

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Darts sensation Luke Littler swapped his arrows for a sharp suit as he arrived at Cheltenham Festival's opening day alongside girlfriend Faith Millar.The 19-year-old, fresh from his UK Open triumph just hours earlier, looked every bit the part in a beige blazer paired with a crisp white shirt and baby pink tie.Faith, also 19, matched her boyfriend perfectly in a gorgeous pink blazer, her blonde locks styled into elegant curls.The couple, who've been together since last summer, were clearly having a brilliant time as they threw their arms up and beamed with excitement as racing got underway.The couple weren't the only darts stars enjoying a day at the races, with Luke Humphries and Nathan Aspinall also spotted in the stands on Day One.It's fair to say the atmosphere was electric as fans eagerly awaited the first race, which kicked off shortly after 1pm.The festival was buzzing with celebration, with snaps capturing guests swigging Mot straight from the bottle while others danced and sang in the streets.Littler's appearance at Prestbury Park came after he'd pocketed 120,000 by defeating James Wade 11-7 in the UK Open Final, becoming just the fourth player to successfully defend the title.The racing itself delivered a spectacular highlight as Lossiemouth stormed to Champion Hurdle glory in utterly dominant fashion.Willie Mullins' grey mare, ridden by Paul Townend, crushed the competition with a devastating six-and-a-half-length winning margin.The 7-5 favourite has now won every single one of her four Festival appearances, earning her the nickname 'the Queen of Cheltenham'.Townend produced a tactical masterclass, keeping his mount tucked in behind pace-setter Brighterdaysahead before unleashing her devastating turn of foot heading for home.She powered up the famous hill with her rivals left trailing hopelessly behind.Brighterdaysahead finished second, with The New Lion claiming third.Racegoers were thrilled to find that organisers had followed through on their promise to slash Guinness prices to 7.50 a pint this year.The move was designed to tempt fans back after attendance took a hit in 2025, when just 218,839 people made it through the gates at Prestbury Park.That figure represented a drop of more than 10,000 compared to the previous year, which saw nearly 230,000 in attendance.Ladies Day last year proved particularly concerning, attracting only 41,949 visitors the lowest single-day crowd in 25 years.Many blamed rising costs as the main culprit, with Guinness priced at 7.80 in 2025.Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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