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    ‘This is not even fair’ – Olympic legend and third fastest woman of all time DEMOLISHES parents at school sports day

    OLYMPIC legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce brilliantly demolished the field as she took part in a parents’ race.The Jamaican icon won 100m Olympic golds in the Beijing and London Games.Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce demolished the field at a local sports dayCredit: INSTAGRAM @_suediamondFraser-Pryce, 38, is one of the greatest sprinters of all timeCredit: ReutersFraser-Pryce remains the third-fastest woman of all time, having recorded a 10.6 second 100m dash.Now 38, the sprint star remains incredibly quick.Attending her seven-year-old son Zyon’s sports day, Fraser-Pryce had no qualms about leaving the other racers in her wake.Remarkable footage shows the eight-time Olympic medalist speeding away from the modest competition.READ MORE IN SPORTResponding to the clip, one fan wrote: “This is not even fair.”While a second gushed: “How cool is that!”And another added: “She had to do that, would be a shame to waste the talent.”This was not the first time that Fraser-Pryce has competed at her son’s sports day.Most read in AthleticsBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAmazing footage also surfaced of her demolishing the field in 2023.Fraser-Pryce has continued to compete following Zyon’s birth in 2017.Video of Olympic sprint legend joining in parents’ race at her boy’s school sports day emergesShe won silver in the 100m sprint at Tokyo 2020, while also taking home gold in the 4x100m relay.The Team Jamaica legend competed at Paris 2024, in what she confirmed would be her final Games.Having come second in her heat, Fraser-Pryce was forced to withdraw from her semi-final due to injury.Last week, Fraser-Pryce posted a minute-long Instagram video with some of her brilliant highlights.She captioned the post: “Time will honor your greatness – 2025.”While the clip finished with the phrase: “Unfinished business.”Per NBC Sports, 2025 is set to be Fraser-Pryce’s final season.Fraser-Pryce is a Jamaican sprinting legendCredit: Getty More

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    Cage-fighting bosses face manslaughter trial after 23-year-old was killed in ‘absurd’ bout worth pennies

    CAGE-FIGHTING bosses are facing a manslaughter trial after organising a UFC-style bout where a 23-year-old fighter died.Prosecutors say that three men “neglected essential safety measures” that could have saved victim Joao Victor Penha, who tragically passed away after he was knocked out in the 2023 bout.A Brazilian amateur boxer died after a brutal punch to the chinCredit: X, formerly known as TwitterJoao Victor Penha, 23, has passed away from the fight that was worth £16 to the winnerCredit: X, formerly known as TwitterThe Brazilian state of Ceara say the trio failed to provide headguards and gumshields and made no pre-fight medical checks.Penha was allegedly put in the ring with a far more powerful and experienced opponent.Last year, before the funeral the victim’s sister Lilia Maria da Penha, told local media: “These fights are an absolute absurdity. “The winner of the fight would get BRL 100 (GBP £16), and the loser would receive BRL 50 (GBP £8). READ MORE IN SPORT“My brother’s life was lost over this amount, unfortunately.”Prosecutor Laua Uchoa said: “Three men will answer for the crime of manslaughter. There was negligence in the organisation of the event.”One of the accused has been named as Marcio Marcelo Santos, who at the time was the Secretary of Sport in Jijoca de Jericoacoara, where the unlicensed fight took place.Prosecutors say he allowed the fight to go ahead despite the lack of basic safety requirements.Most read in BoxingFight organisers Pedro Henrique Rodrigues do Nascimento and Natanael William de Queiroz Sousa, were also charged with manslaughter.Prosecutors say they failed to follow any of the safety advice given by fight regulators “creating a fatal risk for sportsmen.”After Penha was knocked cold by a punch to the chin in the bout and was rushed to a hospital intensive care unit.The following day after the blow, on October 8, he was transferred in critical condition to a hospital in nearby Sobral.The young man was pronounced dead on Tuesday 10 October.A hospital statement read: “After conducting examinations, the patient was declared brain dead, which also led to a cardiac arrest.”A range of reports state that he appeared to be on the front foot for most of the bout, which was filmed by an onlooker and had a boxing referee plus safety mats on the ground.Away from his aspiring boxing ambitions, Joao Victor was employed as an HR manager at a hotel on the coast and lived in Jijoca de Jericoacoara with his family.His sister added: “I don’t even know what to say, especially after the tragedy with my brother.Read More on The Sun“We didn’t want him to participate. We were all very concerned; my mother asked him not to participate, sensing that something more serious could happen.“We talked to him, but he asked for our support, and then we had no choice.” More

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    Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2: Start time, TV channel, live stream and undercard for blockbuster rematch

    BEN WHITTAKER is taking on bitter rival Liam Cameron in a huge rematch THIS WEEKEND.It’s been six months since their controversial draw in Saudi Arabia, and now they will clash in the main event alongside a stacked fight card.Ben Whittaker and Liam Cameron last met in OctoberCredit: GettyBoth fighters incredibly fell out of the ring togetherCredit: GettyWhen Ben Whittaker and Liam Cameron met in Riyadh, we saw a competitive fight that only lasted five rounds – but not because of a TKO.The fighters became entangled with one another and toppled over the ropes in dramatic fashion, leaving Whittaker with injuries to his ankle and back.It was then left to the judges to decide the outcome, where they declared it a split-decision draw.With the rematch set for this weekend, fans are eager to watch this fight unfold in what is expected to be a great spectacle – and now there has been even more controversy.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe rematch has been signed since the middle of February, but complications relating to the number of rounds has caused problems.After Cameron had signed the contract, Whittaker’s representatives claimed that the proposed 12 rounds was an error and that they only wanted a 10-round fight.Cameron claimed that he was not going to budge from the 12 rounds he officially signed, but it has now been announced by British boxing chief, Robert Smith, that the fight will be 10 rounds.SunSport brings you all the information on this highly anticipated matchup.Most read in BoxingWhen is Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2?Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2 takes place on Sunday, April 20.Ring walks are set to take place from 10.30pm.The Resorts World Arena in Birmingham plays host.How to watch Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2?Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2 main card will be shown on Sky Sports Main Event at 8pm BST.The fight will also be able to be streamed on the Sky Sports app.Undercard bouts will be shown on Sky Sports Action, starting at 7pm BST.Ben Whittaker vs Liam Cameron 2 full cardBen Whittaker vs Liam Cameron (Light heavyweight)Frazer Clarke vs Ebaneezer Tetteh (Heavyweight)Lee Cutler vs Sam Eggington (Super welterweight)Tyler Denny vs Elvis Ahorgah (Super middleweight)Troy Coleman vs Bradley Goldsmith (Middleweight) More

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    Tommy Fury splashes out on £500 a night luxury suite as his base in Budapest ahead of boxing comeback

    TOMMY Fury has splashed the cash on a luxury bolthole in Budapest ahead of his boxing comeback.The 25-year-is gearing up for his first fight since defeating KSI in October 2023, and is opting to stay in a stunning five star hotel in Hungary.Tommy Fury is staying in luxury in BudapestCredit: InstagramThe boxer has showed off his stunning accommodationCredit: InstagramThe suite features it’s own living roomCredit: InstagramThe star seemed rather taken with his light fittingsCredit: InstagramThe multi-millionaire boxer has opted to stay at The Pullman, picking the hotels’ most luxurious suite, which boasts its own spiral staircase.It’s thought the hotel, which has a gym, restaurant and it’s own bar, will be setting Tommy back at least £500 a night.Tommy revealed yesterday that he would be once again taking to the ring on May 9th in Budapest.He shared a snap of himself after going for a run this morning from his centrally located hotel.Read More on Tommy FuryThe former Love Island star has now less than a month to get fighting fit. Tommy – who is yet to announce his opponent, told fans: “Two years out. One surgery.”The hardest battle I’ve faced has been the mental battle of being away from boxing.”But I’m back stronger, sharper, and more HUNGARY than ever.Most read in Boxing”May 9th, Budapest… It’s showtime. Let’s go!”It’s not just Tommy’s boxing career that is back on track – his love life is too. Molly-Mae Hague breaks silence on Tommy Fury reunion as she admits spending more time at his house saying ‘we’re just figuring things out’Just last week Molly admitted she was spending more time at the £5million mansion, where Tommy had been living alone.The couple recently enjoyed a family holiday to Dubai together, but purposely chose to leave the other out of their social media snaps, focusing on daughter Bambi instead.They were then pictured at Centre Parcs on a fun-filled mini-break by fellow guests.And they also enjoyed a trip to Drayton Manor theme park with friends, leaving fellow park goers gobsmacked.Tommy has not yet revealed who he will be fighting More

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    ‘No going back’ – Chris Eubank Jr adhering to strict regime ahead of Conor Benn grudge match

    CHRIS EUBANK JR is adhering to the strictest of regimes ahead of his family grudge match with Conor Benn.The IBO middleweight champion will throw down with the son of his old man’s bitter rival, Nigel Benn, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium a week on Saturday.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will collide in a Tottenham tussle on April 26Credit: GETTYThe loser of the Spurs slugfest will be left at a major career crossoardsCredit: SPLASHEubank Jr has left no stone unturned ahead of the domestic dust-upCredit: GETTYTensions between the pair have been high ever since their first scheduling meeting was scrapped in October 2022 due to a pair of failed drug tests for welterweight contender Benn.Eubank Jr upped the ante in February by slapping his rival with an EGG, a reference to his excuse for his anti-doping violations.The loser of the Tottenham tussle will be left at a career crossroads, and Eubank Jr is leaving no stone unturned to make weight and have his hand raised, telling Sky Sports: “Every day is a graft.”Every day is a grind, every day is a challenge to push yourself, to rest properly, to refuel, to rehydrate.READ MORE ON EUBANK JR VS BENN”Everything is scheduled, it’s strict, it’s regimented. That’s what you have to do to prepare to go to war.“The real weight cut doesn’t come until the week of the fight for most fighters. It is tough, I’m not going to lie.”It’s not fun, it’s not a nice part of the sport having to boil yourself down to a certain weight.”Adding in the fact that I can now not rehydrate fully, I can’t eat and drink as much as I want after the weigh-in, adds another element of discomfort and hardship to what I’m going through.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“But this is what we sign up for, this is what we do as professional athletes.”As elite-level fighters, you have to go through these trials, these tribulations, and I’ve been doing it my entire career so I have no doubt that the weight will be made.”Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn’s 30-year blood feud plays out in new big budget video starring KSI ahead of epic fightThe Spurs slugfest will be the biggest fight of both men’s respective careers, although Eubank Jr isn’t thinking about the magnitude of the domestic dust-up, saying: “I’m not focused on the amount of people that will be there.”I’m not focused on the scale of this event, I’m not focused on the hype around this fight. All of that is really irrelevant.”What’s important is the fight, what happens when that bell goes. “Whether there’s 70,000 people there or seven people, my mindset, my game plan, my strategy is going to be exactly the same.“This is the first megafight in boxing history where you have two bad guys. “You have the potential for both fighters in a superfight being booed into the ring.Chris Eubank Jr was hit with a £100,000 fine for slapping Conor Benn with an egg in FebruaryCredit: GETTY”It’s never happened before and it’s probably going to happen on April 26.”The British Boxing Board of Control hit Eubank Jr – the son of former middleweight champ Chris Eubank Sr – with a £100,000 fine for his egg antics.Eubank Jr insisted it was worth every penny but is now looking to contest the severity of the punishment.He said: “We are dealing with the situation. £100,000 for throwing an egg seems a little bit strong, especially looking at what others have been fined for what would seem to be much more serious incidents over the years.Read More on The Sun”I don’t think anyone has gotten anywhere close to a 100k fine, tables be thrown, people getting punched in the face, slapped in the face. “So £100k for an egg, it’s steep and we will deal with the situation.” More

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    ‘Out of this world’ – Ring girl Sydney Thomas stuns fans with incredible figure in busty bikini at Coachella festival

    RING girl Sydney Thomas stunned fans as she displayed her incredible figure in a busty bikini at the Coachella music festival.The blonde bombshell joined hundreds of thousands of other revellers for the latest edition of the party in the Colorado Desert.Sydney Thomas stunned fans with her incredible figure at CoachellaCredit: InstagramThe ring girl put on a busty display in CaliforniaCredit: InstagramSydney made her name at Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul in NovemberCredit: Instagram / @iamsydneythomasStars including Lady Gaga, Post Malone and Green Day headlines the extravaganza.And as always, Coachella attracted the cream of the crop of social media influencers.But leading the way was ring girl Sydney, who put on an incredible display.The boxing icon soared to fame during Jake Paul and Mike Tyson’s fight in November.READ MORE ON SYDNEY THOMASAnd Sydney showed her glam side by posing for several photos while enjoying the sights and sounds of Coachella.She amazed supporters in a busty bikini outfit while taking in the rays of the powerful Californian sun.Sydney then posed for several snaps at dusk, posing with the famous ferris wheel in the background.Fans were left over the moon with her latest efforts.Most read in BoxingGymnast Olivia Dunne said: “So gorg.”Another fan declared: “Looking so beautiful.”Sydney Thomas stuns in daring ring girl outfit and is branded ‘so perfect’ by awestruck fans One noted: “Perfect girl.”Another added: “Oh my lord.”Sydney had a grand time out in the desertCredit: InstagramShe took in the sights and sounds of the festivalCredit: InstagramSydney sent fans wild with her postCredit: Instagram More

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    Mike Tyson, 58, ‘fighting his accountant’ as he gives update on net worth months after earning £15m for Jake Paul bout

    MIKE TYSON claims his next bout will be against his accountant rather than in the boxing ring.The 58-year-old legend put his gloves back on in November as he was defeated by Jake Paul, who is 30 years his junior.Mike Tyson says the only person he is fighting is his accountantCredit: GettyThe former world champion took home £15m from his fight against Jake PaulCredit: ReutersFans slammed the highly-anticipated dust-up as the influencer-turned-boxer beat his elderly opponent with ease.Despite criticism, Iron Mike pocketed a whopping £15million by coming out of retirement for it.Asked by Men’s Health if he would consider getting back in the ring again, he replied: “The only person I’m fighting now is my accountant.”Other than that, I’m just living life and I’m doing good right now.”READ MORE IN BOXINGHis remarks come after he splurged a large chunk of his earnings from the Paul clash on a luxury new mansion.Tyson and his wife Lakiha have purchased a lakefront mansion in Delray Beach, Florida for £11m.The stunning 12,000-square-foot pad has six bedrooms and nine bathrooms.His home comes with a swimming pool, spa, pond with a waterfall, gym, four-car garage and private lake on the 2.7-acre plot.Most read in BoxingBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKTyson is expected to put his feet up and spend his time enjoying the plush property as son Amir reckons the former heavyweight is ending his career for good this time.He said: “I think he’s done. My stepmom, she’s saying he’s done and they’re a team. That’s husband and wife stuff.”Mike Tyson doesn’t hesitate when revealing heavyweight who would have beaten him More