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Las Vegas went from zero major sports teams to one of the most exciting sports cities in America in under a decade. The Golden Knights, Raiders, Aces, and soon an MLB franchise — plus UFC, boxing, F1, and March Madness. We cover it all with the passion of fans who waited a long time for this.
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Formula 1 vs. Lamborghini Countach: Could the Ultimate Poster Car Survive an F1 Fight?
The Lamborghini Countach ruled bedroom walls. Formula 1 rules racetracks. So what happens when the ultimate poster car picks a fight with an F1 machine?
The A’s Las Vegas Ballpark Timeline Is Back in the News as 2026 Construction Momentum Builds
The Athletics’ Las Vegas ballpark has moved from foundation work to visible steel and roof construction, while the project’s 2028 opening target remains in place. Here are the reported milestones, the stadium’s design and the key schedule questions ahead.
Las Vegas Aces News Heats Up as the Playoff Picture Tightens in September 2026
The Las Vegas Aces returned from the FIBA World Cup break with a 114-77 rout of Seattle, improving to 28-13 as they chase a top-four seed and first-round home-court advantage.
Aviators vs. River Cats brings a September baseball stretch to Las Vegas Ballpark
The Las Vegas Aviators host the Sacramento River Cats for six games from September 8 through 13, 2026, in the final regular-season homestand at Las Vegas Ballpark. Here is the complete schedule, promotional lineup, playoff context, and game-day information.
Raiders vs. Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium Gives Vegas Its First Major Football Pulse of Fall 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders open the 2026 regular season against the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium on September 13, bringing the first full-strength NFL Sunday of the season to Las Vegas.
The Raiders’ 2026 Home Opener Could Reset the Whole Las Vegas Weekend
The Raiders will open the 2026 season against the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium, putting a 1:25 p.m. kickoff at the center of a full Las Vegas weekend.
Las Vegas Ballpark’s September Stretch Is a Real-Time Test of Aces and Aviators Fan Energy
The Aviators enter a playoff-bound September at Las Vegas Ballpark while the Aces prepare for another postseason run, creating a revealing test of how Las Vegas fans divide their attention when the stakes rise.
Las Vegas Lights FC’s September 2026 home slate gives Cashman Field a local soccer lift
Las Vegas Lights FC has two September home matches at Cashman Field, including a completed showdown with New Mexico United and an upcoming Hispanic Heritage Night against Hartford Athletic.
Las Vegas Raiders’ 2026 Season Opener Is the First Big Football Test at Allegiant
The Las Vegas Raiders open the 2026 regular season against the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium on September 13. Kirk Cousins and first-year coach Klint Kubiak face an immediate test against another team entering a new era.
Raiders Home Opener Week Is About to Take Over Allegiant Stadium and the West Side
The Raiders open their 2026 season against the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium on September 13. Here is what fans need to know about kickoff, parking, tailgating, stadium rules, and watch-party options.
Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn Gives Las Vegas Another Big September Fight Week
Ryan Garcia will defend his welterweight world title against Conor Benn at T-Mobile Arena on September 12, bringing a major Mexican Independence Day weekend fight card to Las Vegas.
Raiders’ Final 2026 Preseason Tune-Up Starts Vegas Countdown to Week 1
The Raiders closed their 2026 preseason with an 18-12 loss to the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium. Las Vegas now turns toward final roster decisions and a Week 1 home game against the Miami Dolphins.