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October sports spotlight: Latino stars across F1, NBA, MLB & more
October is a packed month for global sports, with Formula 1, basketball, baseball, and American football all taking center stage. Fans across the world, and especially in Latin America, will be following athletes and teams with great anticipation. Here’s a breakdown of the main events to watch and the Latino stars who will shine.
Formula 1
Singapore Grand Prix | October 3–5 | Singapore
United States Grand Prix | October 17–19 | Austin, Texas
Mexican Grand Prix | October 24–26 | Mexico City
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Latin America will be well represented on the F1 grid. Franco Colapinto (Argentina, Alpine) continues to prove his talent at just 22, building on a gritty debut season with Williams in 2024. Meanwhile, Gabriel Bortoleto (Brazil, Kick Sauber) is climbing up in his rookie season, already collecting points finishes and quickly earning recognition as Brazil’s next motorsport icon. All eyes will be on them in Mexico City, where the Latin American crowd always brings unparalleled passion.
WNBA Finals
October 3–17 | USA
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The WNBA Finals are set to deliver history, as for the first time the series will be played in a best-of-seven format. The finalists, emerging from Minnesota Lynx, Phoenix Mercury, Las Vegas Aces, and Indiana Fever, will fight for the championship. A standout for Latino fans is Damiris Dantas do Amaral (Brazil, Indiana Fever), the only Latina among the semifinalists. With a decorated international career and Olympic experience, she represents a strong Latin presence in the league.
NBA Regular Season Tip-Off
October 21 | Various Cities in USA & Canada
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The NBA’s 80th season begins with a highly anticipated doubleheader: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers.
Latino representation is strong this season. Karl-Anthony Towns (Dominican Republic) is expected to shine with the New York Knicks, while veteran Al Horford remains a valuable figure. Mexico’s Jaime Jáquez Jr. (Miami Heat) and Puerto Rico’s José Alvarado (Pelicans) are also names to watch. Brazilian Gui Santos aims to carve out more minutes with Golden State after promising late-season performances.
MLB Division Series & World Series
Division Series | October 5–12
World Series | October 25–November 2
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Baseball fans will see the postseason heat up in October. From the Dominican Republic’s Juan Soto (Mets) and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (Blue Jays), to Venezuela’s Ronald Acuña Jr. (Braves), Latin stars are key figures for their teams. The World Series remains the pinnacle, a best-of-seven showdown between the American and National League champions.
NFL London Games
October 5, 12, 19 | London, UK
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The NFL’s international series returns to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Latino heritage runs deep in the NFL: Fred Warner (49ers) leads defenses with Mexican and Panamanian pride, while Isiah Pacheco (Chiefs) has become a breakout star at running back. Specialists such as Cairo Santos (Bears) and Rigoberto Sánchez (Colts) highlight the strong Latino presence across special teams.
This October blends tradition and new history across sports. From roaring F1 engines in Mexico City to the first seven-game WNBA Finals, from Latino stars in the NBA’s opening week to baseball’s grand finale, it’s a month that celebrates not just athletic excellence but also the diversity and impact of Latino athletes on the world stage.
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