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AFTER one of the most dramatic Grand Prix’s of recent years last weekend, F1 has remained in Bahrain for another go.
Romain Grosjean miraculously escaped serious injury after a horrendous fireball crash last Sunday, before Lance Stroll flipped his car when the race restarted.Grosjean walked away from one of the worst F1 crashes in recent years – and the Halo system has been praised Credit: Getty Images – Getty
Eventually, it was the familiar sight of Lewis Hamilton taking the chequered flag – but we will definitely have a new winner at Sahkir after the Brit was ruled out after testing positive for coronavirus.
When is Sakhir Grand Prix practice?
The race weekend follows a familiar format with Practice 1 and 2 on day one, Practice 3 and qualifying day two before the race on day three.
Practice 1 and 2 were on Friday and George Russell – in for Hamilton – went fastest in the Mercedes.
Qualifying is set for 5pm GMT on Saturday, December 5.
Sunday, December 6 sees the big race go off at 5.10pm GMT.
Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
You can watch all of the weekend’s action live on Sky Sports F1.
If you don’t have a Sky account, grab a NOW TV pass from £9.99 to stream on a number of devices.Race schedule
Friday, December 4
Practice 1 – 1.30pm to 3pm GMT
Practice 2 – 5.30pm to 7pm
Saturday, December 5
Practice 3 – 2pm to 3pm
Qualifying – 5pm
Sunday, December 6
Race – 5.10pm MoreDILLIAN WHYTE knows he is finally one fight away from challenging for the WBC heavyweight title. The British contender was their No1 ranked challenger for over 1,000 days without getting his shot at the belt.
Dillian Whyte is one fight away from challenging for the WBC heavyweight titleCredit: /Mark Robinson#3/ Matchroom Boxing
But a win over Otto Wallin will put Whyte as WBC mandatory for Tyson Fury’s title, which he retained against Deontay Wilder at the weekend.
Fury, in theory, should be next for Whyte if he wins against Wallin, but there are still obstacles to be overcome.
The Gypsy King is just one of many several mega-fights for the Body Snatcher, and here SunSport runs down the list.Tyson Fury
Fury, who knocked out Wilder in round 11 of their trilogy bout, will now await the winner of Whyte and Wallin.
The Gypsy King has been a long-term rival of Whyte’s with the pair – who sparred in their early days – feuding online.
It makes for a magnificent clash of styles and the build up would be worth the pay-per-view price itself.
But, they are represented by opposing promotions and TV networks, meaning striking a fight deal is not a formality.
Frank Warren, Tyson Fury and Bob ArumCredit: RexAndy Ruiz Jr
Should Fury, 33, not be the man next for Whyte after October 30, Mexican-American Ruiz, 32, is an ideal alternative.
The two came close to fighting last year but terms were not agreed, with Whyte, 33, twice facing Alexander Povetkin, 42, and Ruiz beating Chris Arreola, 40.
Following his shock win over Anthony Joshua in 2019, despite the rematch loss, Ruiz still remains a big player in the heavyweight division.
His fast hands combined with Whyte’s aggression and power makes for an intriguing match-up.
Former heavyweight world champion Andy Ruiz JrCredit: Rex
Anthony Joshua
While possibly not likely, this domestic rematch will always be an appealing option to both.
Whyte beat Joshua, 31, in the amateurs in 2009 but six years later lost the rematch in the pros.
They were in line to fight again in 2019 but it fell through, leaving the door open to a trilogy decider.
The pair have since gained mutual respect for each other but that would not get in the way of them settling the score in a massive British clash.
Anthony Joshua sucked up this punch to beat Dillian Whyte in 2015Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
Deontay Wilder
Whyte’s years of being overlooked for the WBC belt Wilder that held at the time has created massive animosity between the pair.
The Bronze Bomber, 35, is only likely to be motivated to continue boxing by massive fights.
He has spoken about wanting to put the record straight with Whyte before, who will be more than happy to do so.
Fury would be top of Whyte’s priorities, but Wilder could be a close second.
Deontay Wilder was beaten by Tyson Fury in their trilogy boutCredit: Getty
Otto Wallin rematch
Whyte’s world title hopes will go up in smoke if Swede Wallin comes to London and spoils the party.
Povetkin did a similar thing in August 2020 but was knocked out in the rematch in March.
Whyte has a similar rematch clause in place with Wallin, meaning if he chooses to, in defeat he can attempt immediate revenge.
Wallin, 30, boxed internationally as an amateur and came close to beating Fury in 2019 after handing him 47 stitches.Otto Wallin was beaten by Tyson Fury in 2019Credit: Reuters
Tyson Fury’s promoter rules out Dillian Whyte fight in UK and insists it works better with 10,000 Brits in Las Vegas MorePREMIER League stars will order fans to watch their games from the sofa when the action resumes. Clubs will deploy their top players such as Harry Kane and Marcus Rashford telling supporters to keep away from stadiums. ⚠️ Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest news & updates Harry Kane will urge fans to […] More
CHELSEA defender Antonio Rudiger revealed he was close to leaving Stamford Bridge to join Thomas Tuchel at Paris Saint-Germain.The 28-year-old was out of favour with former Blues boss Frank Lampard and considering a move to get game time ahead of Euro 2020.
Antonio Rudiger, 28, is enjoying working under current Chelsea boss Thomas TuchelCredit: PA
Speaking to Kicker, Rudiger said: “I was really about to leave [Chelsea].
“It was the start of a season with a European Championship at the end and I felt it was my duty to look for alternatives to the DFB in order to get enough match practice.
“PSG and Thomas Tuchel were the most serious option.
“I also had contact with Tottenham Hotspur and Jose Mourinho, whom I really appreciate as a coach.”
After making 33 Premier League appearances under ex-Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri during the 2018-19 campaign, Rudiger struggled for game time under his successor Lampard.
He featured just 20 times in the league during the ex-Derby coach’s first season in charge but has been reintegrated under Tuchel following his appointment at Stamford Bridge in January.FREE BETS: GET OVER £2,000 IN SIGN UP OFFERS HERE
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FREE to playRudiger has impressed in the second half of the 2020-21 campaign, earning him a place in Joachim Low’s Germany squad for the Euros.
The ex-Roma defender has received praise from several pundits – including Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand, who described him as one of the best defenders in the Premier League.
Rudiger is likely to start tonight’s Champions League final against Manchester City alongside team-mates NGolo Kante and Edouard Mendy, who have both been passed fit for the game.
One player who may not feature in the showpiece event is City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan after he limped out of training on Friday.
Chelsea – winners in 2012 – are making their third appearance in the Champions League final, while City are hoping to win their maiden title at the first attempt.
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FOOTBALL fans joked Roy Keane would be seething after Chelsea and Real Madrid stars chilled together in the tunnel.The Blues and Los Blancos went head to head in their Champions League quarter-final.
Joao Felix and Mateo Kovacic joined Eder Militao, Vinicius Junior and Luka Modric in the Stamford Bridge tunnelCredit: Getty
Real won both legs 2-0, including at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday.
But after Chelsea were dumped out by two Rodrygo goals, two of their players were spotted hanging out with three Madrid men.
A picture from inside the tunnel showed Joao Felix and Mateo Kovacic sitting on the steps of the tunnel with Eder Militao, Vinicius Junior and Luka Modric.
Kovacic spent three years with Real and is a Croatian team-mate of Modric but while Portuguese Felix speaks the same language as Brazilian duo Militao and Vinicius, he is on loan from rivals Atletico Madrid.
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But plenty of fans were not having any of it and did not want to see rivals socialising together after the tie.
One said: “Roy Keane will not be happy…”
Another wrote: “The game has changed but you would NEVER find Drogba, Terry or Lampard sitting with the opposing team after a Champions League loss at the Bridge.”
A third added: “Who invited Felix? What’s the connection? Bro thinks he’s part of them.”
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A fourth joked: “Vini Jr wondering why Felix is sitting down with them.”
And a final user simply typed: “Game is gone.”
Hilariously, though, Real Madrid supporters were getting worried by the photo – because they were scared Felix would want to join the 14-time European champions.
Chelsea paid £14million including wages to take Felix on loan from Atleti but it has not worked out as planned.
He has managed just two goals in 15 appearances, was sent off on his debut and found himself on the bench last night in Chelsea’s biggest game of the season.
Fans joked Roy Keane would be fuming if he saw the photoCredit: Getty
Felix came on but struggled to make an impact in the gameCredit: Getty More