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    Sprint sensation Gout Gout dubbed next Usain Bolt becomes fastest 16-year-old EVER and shatters Australian record

    TEEN sprint machine Gout Gout is being labelled the next Usain Bolt – after becoming the fastest 16-year-old ever.The Aussie smashed all sorts of records in clocking 20.04 for the 200m in the national schools championship.Gout Gout says he is struggling to believe he’s done it so youngHere’s how the sports chiefs reacted to his achievementGout admitted he’s struggling to “process” his “crazy” achievement – years ahead of even his own hopes.He ran the second-quickest time in history for an Under-18.The only kid above him is Florida’s Erriyon Knighton, who was 17 when recording 19.84s three years ago.Gout’s time pipped the Australian record of 20.06, set by Peter Norman in winning 1958 Olympic silver.READ MORE TOP STORIESThe Queenslander, who will be 17 on December 29, said: “It’s pretty crazy.”Right now I can’t process it, but I guess tonight when I go to bed, I’ll think about it. “These are adults. And me, I’m just a kid, and I’m running them (down).”I’ve been chasing that record, but I didn’t think it would come this year. I thought it would come maybe next year, the year after that.”Most read in AthleticsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSGout’s 100m times are almost as spectacular as his 200m efforts.He clocked 10.04 on Friday as the fourth-fastest Australian ever at the shorter distance.Watch ‘ridiculous’ moment 16-year-old sprint sensation Gout Gout runs 100m in 10.2secs after ‘turning into Forest Gump’But although Gout ran 0.02s quicker than the U-18s world record, it won’t count officially as it was too wind-assisted.His running style as well as his times have brought comparisons to eight-time Olympic gold medallist Bolt.The now-retired Jamaican, 38, holds the 100m and 200m world records at 9.58 and 19.19 respectively.Bolt was unusually tall for a sprinter at 6ft 5ins – three inches taller than Gout currently is. More

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    Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder tipped to fight in sensational UK vs USA event

    ANTHONY JOSHUA has been tipped to fight Deontay Wilder in a sensational UK vs USA event. The pair of former world champions were lined up to finally face each other this year but Wilder suffered a shock defeat to Joseph Parker. Anthony Joshua has been tipped to fight Deontay Wilder in a sensational UK vs USA eventCredit: ReutersWilder was set to fight AJ in 2024Credit: GettyHe was then knocked out by Zhilei Zhang before AJ was stopped in five rounds by Daniel Dubois in September. But US Olympian and 11-0 American professional Richard Torrez still wants to see the two fight. Torrez, 25, told Sky Sports: “I still want to see Wilder versus AJ, I still want to see some of those big guys go at it. “We still want to see all of those fights happen. They will still be entertaining fights.READ MORE IN BOXING”You put a big heavyweight versus another big heavyweight – that’s going to be fireworks.”Powerful Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh recently revealed plans to stage a 6v6 series of UK vs USA fights. Frank Warren’s stable of five triumphed against Eddie Hearn’s in June. But Hearn and Warren could this time join forces to take on Top Rank and Golden Boy of America. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSUS Olympian and 11-0 American professional Richard TorrezCredit: Getty Images – GettyAnd Torrez said: “It’s going to be UK versus US pretty soon. I think a lot of these guys are showing their stuff. “I think they’re putting on the scene over on the European side and I feel like once some of us jump the Pond to head over I think it’s going to be a really cool and active scene for the up and comers.”It’s building up and I’m really excited to see where we go with heavyweight boxing.”Oleksandr Usyk shows off incredible ‘reflexes of a cat’ and ripped physique just 17 days before Tyson Fury rematch More

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    Tommy Fury seen for the first time after announcing that he has cancelled his fight against UFC fighter Darren Till

    TOMMY Fury has been seen for the first time after announcing that he has cancelled his boxing fight.The former Love Island star sensationally pulled the plug on his showdown with Darren Till. Tommy Fury has been seen for the first time since he pulled out of his boxing fightCredit: tommyfury5570/SnapchatThe boxer immediately got back in his brothers ringCredit: tommyfury5570/SnapchatTommy, 25, seemed to put the controversy behind him as he immediately got back in the ring. He donned a black vest and matching shorts as he rehearsed his moves in a new snapchat video. The younger brother of World Champion Tyson Fury made full use of his siblings personalised gym. His muscles were on full display as he weaved around the ring, practising his punching technique. READ MORE ON TOMMY FURYHe broke a sweat as he showed off a display of hooks, jabs and a furious set of uppercuts.This was after pulled out of the match just 19 Days after their huge Misfits event was announced to the world.He was due to come face-to-face against the former UFC welterweight title challenger in Manchester on January 18.He wrote a raging essay to his fans on his Instagram stories as he explained why he withdrew from the boutMost read in BoxingThe former reality star wrote: “For the one simple reason being that Darren has stated over and over that he does not want to abide by professional boxing rules.”And that if he is losing the fight he will resort to kicking and other stupid MMA tactics.Reality TV star, 37, and former world champion offer to replace Tommy Fury after pulling out of Darren Till fight”I am a professional boxer, I have been out of the ring for over a year and I wanted this to be a great BOXING fight for the fans.”I have wasted weeks in training camp. We are working hard to get a new opponent and date.”I promise to get a better opponent and better fight for you guys. Good news around the corner.”However, Till’s team previously insisted he will remain on the card as new opponent will be lined up.Several names that have been put forward include Geordie Shore’s Aaron Chalmers, 37, who was 5-2 record in MMA and has had five boxing bouts.The reality star exclaimed: “Tommy Fury has absolutely s*** his pants to fight Darren Till.”Till’s put it on him and his dad at the press conference and they’ve f***ing s*** themselves saying he’s gonna head kick him.”Here it is, I was in negotiations to fight Darren Till in December until Tommy came along and he’s obviously went with the Tommy Fury fight.”Tommy has now s*** his pants, so I was game to fight Darren in December, January, February, so I will happily step in and take Tommy Fury’s place and fight Darren Till.READ MORE SUN STORIES“He can happily throw head kicks at me because he’ll get one straight back. No danger whatsoever, so there you go.”Tommy sensationally pulled out of his fight with Darren Till, just 19 days after it was announcedCredit: AlamyHe practised a range of punching techniques as he weaved around the ringCredit: tommyfury5570/SnapchatTommy’s muscles were on full display as he flaunted his movesCredit: tommyfury5570/SnapchatIn his essay to his fans on social media, he said he wanted to abide by boxing rulesCredit: tommyfury5570/SnapchatTommy claimed his opponent (pictured) wanted to use ‘stupid MMA tactics’Credit: AlamyTommy claimed he is working hard to find a new opponent for a ‘better’ fightCredit: GettyAaron Chalmers (right) has offered to fight Darren instead of TommyCredit: EPA More

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    Reality TV star, 37, and former world champion offer to replace Tommy Fury after pulling out of Darren Till fight

    DARREN TILL has been flooded with offers to replace Tommy Fury after their Misfits fight collapsed. Fury was due to face Till at the £365million Co-Op Arena in Manchester and on DAZN PPV on January 18. Tommy Fury pulled out of fighting Darren TillCredit: AlamyBut the 2019 Love Islander posted a message on social media to reveal he was pulling out of the fight. He cited Till threatening to HEAD KICK him as the reason for withdrawing. Till’s team have insisted he will remain on the card with a new opponent being lined up. Several put their names forward, including Geordie Shore’s Aaron Chalmers, who was 5-2 in MMA and has had five boxing bouts. READ MORE IN BOXINGChalmers, 37, said: “Tommy Fury has absolutely s*** his pants to fight Darren Till. “Till’s put it on him and his dad at the press conference and they’ve f***ing s*** themselves saying he’s gonna head kick him. “Here it is, I was in negotiations to fight Darren Till in December until Tommy came along and he’s obviously went with the Tommy Fury fight. “Tommy has now s*** his pants, so I was game to fight Darren in December, January, February, so I will happily step in and take Tommy Fury’s place and fight Darren Till. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“He can happily throw head kicks at me because he’ll get one straight back. No danger whatsoever, so there you go. “I haven’t fought in over a year, I’ll happily step in against Darren Till boxing any time. Whether it be January, February, you let me know. Tommy Fury cancels boxing fight against UFC’s Darren Till just 19 days after it was announced “Because one thing I have got is b*****s and I certainly won’t be pulling out because someone says they’re going to throw a head kick.” Former super-middleweight world champion Billy Joe Saunders – who has not fought since defeat to Canelo Alvarez in 2021 – also called out Till. And Saunders, 35, told talkSPORT: “If there’s a chance to obviously, I could get in there, me and Darren Till.”It’s not really proper boxing, Darren is right really in a way, I’ve heard him say it.”So it wouldn’t be the real me, but listen, if he’s gonna lose out on a few quid and there’s someone out there that wants me to step in, then obviously my phone’s there for a conversation to be had.”Saunders formerly campaigned at the 168lb division of 12st but Till’s bout with Fury was scheduled for heavyweight. But Saunders said: “Listen the shape – it doesn’t really matter what shape.”I wouldn’t be considering getting down to no stupid weights or putting in any weight clauses so we’ve got to reach certain weights. I’m not really bothered.READ MORE SUN STORIES”If we got in the ring 15 stone (210lbs) I’m not bothered. It doesn’t really matter to me. “To me, it’s a field where if I’m good enough I should beat him.”Billy Joe Saunders has offered to fight Darren TillCredit: Getty Images – GettyAaron Chalmers has also called out TillCredit: PA More

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    Watch fighter Justin Watson produce ‘fastest knockout EVER’ with just one punch in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship

    BARE-KNUCKLE boxer Justin Watson produced what’s been described as the “fastest knockout” in combat sports history.The Warmonger locked horns with Cole Ferrell on a stacked BKFC 69 card in Atlanta, Georgia, early on Saturday morning.Justin Watson uncorked a rapid right hand a split second into his BKFC 69 clash with Cole FerrellCredit: BKFCWatson’s right hand landed flush on the chin of Ferrell and separated him from consciousnessCredit: BKFCThe referee immediately waved off the contestCredit: BKFCBut their featherweight showdown lasted the blink of an eye as Watson took Ferrell out with a single punch.Waston separated his opponent from consciousness with a hellacious overhand right that you would have missed if you’d blinked.The stunning KO came in at staggering 2.9 seconds and, understandably, went viral.One stunned viewer of the knockout wrote on X along with the famous ‘Friday’ meme: “Damn.”READ MORE BOXING NEWSAnother said: “[That’s] insane.”And another said: “Holy s**t.”One remarked: “Me clocking out of work the first second possible.”Another chimed in: “You can make the argument that is a 1.30 seconds KO.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJustin Watson’s handiwork and celebraation went viralCredit: BKFCWatson’s incredibly quick night at the office even drew a reaction from BKFC co-owner and UFC superstar Conor McGregor.The Notorious shared a video of Watson’s wicked shot to his Instagram story and wrote: “The world’s fastest KO! Wow!”‘Knocked 60% of the water from his body!’ – Watch huge pile of SPIT fly out of bareknuckle star’s mouth after brutal KO It’s not been verified yet, but Watson’s knockout is a strong contender to be the fastest in combat sports history.It has, however, been confirmed as the quickest in BKFC’s six-year history.The fastest recorded knockout in boxing is Mike Collins’ four-second stoppage of Pat Brownson back in 1947.The fastest KO in MMA history is owned by Luis Hernandez, who brutally stopped Brian Topp in three seconds in their Titan FC 83 bout in July 2024. Jorge Masvidal is the owner of the fastest KO in UFC history, with his viral flying knee stoppage of Ben Askren coming at just five seconds of their UFC 239 in July 2019.Watson produced a celebration worthy of the KO, performing a cutting-throat gesture before cupping his hands to his ears.And he was proud as punch of his night’s work.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe told Jais Sports Takes: “It’s exactly what I came to do.”I knew what I was coming to do and the plan worked.” More

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    Tyson Fury leaks new game plan for Usyk rematch after undergoing dramatic body transformation

    TYSON FURY insists he won’t make the mistake of trying to outbox Oleksandr Usyk in their crunch rematch.The Wythenshawe warrior’s dreams of becoming undisputed heavyweight champion were shattered in his May melee with the Ukrainian, which he lost via split decision.Tyson Fury renews his rivalry with Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia later this monthCredit: GETTYThe Gypsy King suffered a split decision defeat in their historic May meleeCredit: REUTERSThe Wythenshawe warrior insists he won’t try to outbox the slick southpaw againCredit: GETTYFury, 36, insists he only lost the historic Saudi showdown because he was “playing around” with the London 2012 gold medallist.And the Gypsy King has adopted a kill-or-be-killed mentality for his second straight Riyadh rumble with the slick southpaw.The former unified heavyweight champion said: “I’ve always been a bad man my whole life, and I’m still one today at nearly 40 years old, a few years off 40.”I’m going to go in there with destroy mode. Last time I went to box him, I was being cautious.READ MORE ON FURY VS USYK 2″Anybody can get caught as we have seen in a lot of these heavyweight fights.”But this time I’m not going for a points decision. I’m going to knock that motherf****r out.”Fury outrageously claimed Usyk was given the nod in their first fight because of his homeland being “at war” with Russia.And he’s adamant the judges won’t give him a fair shake if they go the distance again.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “There’s no secret. I’m going in there to knock you out.”Because I don’t think I’m going to get a decision no matter what I do.Moment Tyson Fury tells Oleksandr Usyk ‘you look like a sexy beast’ as heavyweight boxer shows off new look”I don’t think I’m going to get a boxing decision.”So I’m going to have to take it out of the judges’ hands like I did in America that time [against Deontay Wilder].”And I’ve got to get him out of there. “Hand on heart, I have to get him out of there to see victory.”Fury looks to have beefed up considerably for the do-or-die desert dust-up.Tyson Fury looks to have out on a considerable amount of size for the rematchCredit: INSTAGRAM@KEVINLERENAAnd he’s seemingly on course to weigh more than the 18st 7lb he did for his first meeting with the former cruiserweight king.The dad-of-seven enters the potentially legacy-defining rematch as both a challenger and an underdog for the first time in five years.But he insists he does his best work when the whole world is counting him out.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “For the first time in years, I’m going in there as a challenger, not a champion.”And I believe that I’m better as a challenger, always, because I’ve got that goal of achieving something and it’s giving me a fire underneath.” More

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    Boxer Mikaela Lauren, 48, left unrecognisable after horrific beating by world champion 15 years her junior

    BOXER Mikaela Lauren was left completely unrecognisable after suffering horrific swelling in her last fight.The Swedish slugger took a beating at the hands of WBC welterweight champion Michaela Kotaskova late last month.Mikaela Lauren before she went to war with Michaela Kostakova last weekendCredit: INSTAGRAM@MIKAELALAUREN76The 48-year-old was battered from pillar to post for ten roundsCredit: INSTAGRAM@MIKAELALAUREN76The Swedish slugger suffered horrific swelling around both of her eyesCredit: INSTAGRAM@MIKAELALAUREN76Her eyes were completely closed the day after the fightCredit: INSTAGRAM@MIKAELALAUREN76Lauren poses in much healthier-looking daysCredit: @mikaelalauren76/NF/newsXCzech clubber Kotaskova battered the 48-year-old for ten straight rounds to retain her belt in a lopsided decision victory.Lauren left the ring battered and bruised and a shell of herself.And the shiners the Swedish slugger was sporting as she left the ring nearly closed in the hours after the one-sided beatdown.Lauren shared a series of post-fight snaps and videos of herself with her 80,000 Instagram followers.READ MORE BOXING NEWSShe revealed the severity of her injuries in one of the videos by taking off her glasses and laughing at the fact her eyes were swollen shut.The swelling was the result of a crack in Lauren’s skull, which she claims she suffered due to several accidental head clashes.She wrote in her accompanying caption: “It has been a bit quiet on my part as I have needed some time to heal myself and reflect on everything.”First I want to congratulate @michaela.kotaskova and @boxteambounce and thank you for the chance.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMikaela Lauren, https://www.instagram.com/p/DDJrtdZIhpkCredit: Instagram @mikaelalauren76″You win some – you lose some and, unfortunately, it didn’t go all the way this time.”Even though I didn’t get my boxing to 100%, I still showed that I belong at the top.Gervonta Davis stuns boxing world by announcing retirement at just 30″I’m incredibly proud that I fought so hard in all 10 rounds despite all the accidental “scalding” (head collisions) that caused me to crack my head first and then have a HUGE swelling on my forehead and eyebrows that interfered and obscured my vision.”The night after the game, the hematoma (swelling/blood collection) from the “scaldings” in the forehead descended over the eyes and became so swollen that my eyes were completely blocked.”It made it so that I could not open my eyes and see. Had to be escorted around like a blind person.”Lauren almost wasn’t allowed to fly back home due to fears over her injuries.She continued: “When we stopped over in Zurich, I was not allowed to fly on without a medical certificate (competition doctors had already looked at me but left no certificate).”Me and my head coach Alex then had to stay and go into the hospital and do an X-ray which fortunately showed that everything looked good.”Had no headache and no nausea so I wasn’t really worried, but of course nice to check everything and take the safe for the unsafe.”All planes home were then fully booked, so we had to make another layover before we finally landed at Arlanda 22 hours after departure from the hotel.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Luckily now the swelling has subsided a bit and I can properly open my eyes again, but I can say that I have been more beautiful in my days”However, it looks worse than it is, and now I just need to rest and spend time with family.” More

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    Sir Alex Ferguson’s 11-word message to Keely Hodgkinson revealed in Olympic champ’s ‘crazy’ meeting with Man Utd icon

    KEELY HODGKINSON has revealed what Sir Alex Ferguson said to her when the pair met at a Manchester United game in September.The 800m Olympic gold medallist was a special VIP guest as the Red Devils took on Tottenham.Keely Hodgkinson met Sir Alex Ferguson in OctoberCredit: https://www.instagram.com/keely.hodgkinson/Hodgkinson, 22, was given a hero’s reception at Old TraffordCredit: PAAhead of the game, United fan Hodgkinson was given a hero’s reception by Old Trafford as she was introduced to the crowd with her gold medal.Despite the Red Devils’ 3-0 defeat, the rising star was able to meet a cheerful Sir Alex Ferguson after the match.The pair beamed as they posed for a picture together.Two months on, Hodgkinson has lifted the lid on their conversation.READ MORE ON MAN UTDSpeaking to the Mail, the Atherton-born star said: “It was really nice to be recognised by the team that I’ve supported my entire life.”We met Sir Alex Ferguson, which was crazy. He was very nice, very chatty.”On what he said in particular, she added: “I showed him my gold medal.”He said ‘You’ll only appreciate this in 20 years’ time when you’re done.’Most read in AthleticsBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”He said he watched my race, but who knows. People say that to me and I’m like ‘Did you?!'”Hodgkinson is expected to be among the front-runners to win this year’s Sports Personality of the Year award.Olympic winner Keely Hodgkinson soaks up the atmosphere with Man Utd fans at Old Trafford Since her Paris triumph she has been able to enjoy herself, presenting a prize at September’s National Television Awards and attending London Fashion Week.The hard work hasn’t stopped though, with Hodgkinson having recently been on a gruelling altitude training camp in South Africa.Hodgkinson won gold in ParisCredit: GettyThe athletics star attended the National Television Awards in SeptemberCredit: Splash More