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    Mark Weinman dead at 62: Boxer who amazingly came out of 21-year retirement aged 50 and WON fight dies

    BOXER Mark Weinman has died at the age of 62.The American star passed away in Mesa, Arizona, on Saturday, his brother has confirmed.Boxer Mark Weinman has passed awayWeinman died as a result of complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a respiratory illness he was diagnosed with over a decade ago.The boxer turned pro in the 1980s and won his first 11 fights before losing three straight bouts and stepping away from the ring.He then made a triumphant return in 2012 against then-32-year-old Elvis Martinez and won after 39 seconds.Weinman lost his following fight and subsequently hung up his gloves for good.READ MORE ON BOXINGHe finished with a professional record of 12-4 with 10 knockouts.His former promoter, Steve Tannenbaum, said he looked like a “world beater” in his early years.Tannenbaum revealed: “He was known in the gyms all around. I mean, he fought everybody.”He would beat everybody in the gyms. Just beat them up. He was that good.”Most read in BoxingWeinman was diagnosed with IPF around 12 years ago and was given three-to-five years to live. His brother, David, admitted: “He never stopped loving boxing.”He chased boxing to the end. Just the other day, he was talking about coming home and getting strong and maybe teaching some boxing classes when he was older. He never talked about dying.”He was going to live forever. He did not acknowledge — we never had a conversation about him dying.” More

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    KSI breaks silence on controversial Wayne Bridge taunt and refuses to apologise to former Chelsea star

    KSI has broken his silence after his controversial taunt to Wayne Bridge before the collapse of their boxing bout. The YouTube sensation and former Premier League winner with Chelsea were set for a shock March 29 fight in Manchester. KSI has broken his silence after his controversial taunt to Wayne BridgeBut after announcing the pay-per-view clash in January – KSI brought up Bridge’s infamous feud with John Terry. Terry allegedly had an affair with Bridge’s ex-partner Vanessa Perroncel in 2009 – something both have always denied. And after KSI referenced the alleged affair – Bridge pulled out of the fight just days later. KSI explained that he was playing the bad-guy role to help sell PPVs – but fell short of apologising to Bridge. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe told Ariel Helwani: “When I’m on stage, I’m on there essentially as a character to, I dunno, I was just trying to create pay-per-view, create drama, create action.”I wanted him to hate me. I wanted him to instantly be like, ‘What? This guy. What is he doing? F*** this guy. I want to knock him out.'”I didn’t expect him to actually pull out completely. I was literally just trying to rile him up because I’ve had all types of things said to me, all types of things done to me.”I just know at the end of the day, I’ve met him before and I was pretty civil. There’s literally a YouTube video where I met him and we were chill.Most read in Boxing”No anger, no hate towards each other it was all bless. But then obviously, when I’m fighting you I’m going to do everything I can to get under your skin and I’m going to literally make this event.”I’m going to make this as big as possible and there are buttons I can press to get your riled up, I’m going to press them. That’s just it.”KSI announces Wayne Bridge replacement for Misfits Boxing after ex-Chelsea star pulled out over John Terry jibeBridge has an 18-year-old son with ex-Vanessa and withdraw himself from the fight with KSI to avoid any further verbal warfare. It came after KSI said: “Wayne Bridge, aren’t you the guy that let John Terry smash your ex? “That is what you are known for.”He then sung a crude chant about former model Vanessa – who has always denied ever having an affair with Bridge’s former team-mate Terry. KSI – returning for his eighth fight – revealed the fight was signed before Bridge pulled out. He said: “Everything was set ready to go. I was ready to fight, he was ready to fight but I dunno, I guess he wasn’t ready for the s*** talk.”KSI, 31, has not returned since suffering his first defeat in the boxing ring, losing a controversial decision to Tommy Fury, 25, in October 2023. When I’m on stage, I’m on there essentially as a character… I was just trying to create pay-per-view, create drama, create action.KSI He was due for a comeback fight last August until a hand injury ruled him out. And he will now fight 2-0 MMA star Dillon Danis, 31, who lost his boxing debut to Logan Paul, 29, last year. They were set to fight in January 2023 but Danis pulled out. And KSI claimed the jiu jitsu champion was a last resort after the likes of Jorge Masvidal, 40, were unable to accept the bout. He said: “Even with this fight, I know I’m not even allowed to say it but f*** it. Dillon Danis wasn’t even my fourth choice. READ MORE SUN STORIES”We went to Nate Diaz. He said no. We went to Donald Cerrone. He said no. We went to Tony Ferguson. He said no. These guys said no to me. “Even Masvidal — we went to Masvidal to fight. He can’t do it because of the UFC. Guys, we’ve been trying to find people to fight.”Dillon Danis will now fight KSICredit: Getty More

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    Tyson Fury reveals new ‘full time’ job after shock retirement threw Anthony Joshua mega fight plans into chaos

    TYSON Fury has revealed his new “full-time” job after quitting boxing.The Gypsy King retired from the ring for a second time last month – which threw hopes of a Battle of Britain fight against AJ out of the window.Tyson Fury has revealed his new ‘full-time’ job after retiring from boxingCredit: ReutersTyson Fury revealed that he’s now training wife Paris full-timeCredit: InstagramFury announced the news in a bombshell Instagram post, saying: “Hey everybody, I am going to make it short and sweet. “I would like to announce my retirement from boxing. “It has been a blast and I have loved every single minute of it.”The 36-year-old hung up his gloves after a second defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in December.Fury’s announcement has been met by scepticism in some quarters, given that he has hung up his gloves before, only to later return.READ MORE BOXINGBut Fury has seemingly doubled down on his exit after confirming his new role as wife Paris’ private personal trainer. He posted a picture of him and Paris on his Instagram story with the caption: “@Parisfury1 training her up now full-time”.Paris was happy enough to see her husband quit in 2022, with the couple raising seven kids together.And the news of her husband’s second retirement is said to have come as a “relief” to Paris, as she gets to spend more time with him.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMeanwhile, Fury has also been tipped to become a boxing promoter at some time in the future, too.His former promoter Frank Warren, 72, told Sky Sports: “I’d have no problem with him getting involved with us. We’d have a good run together!Tyson Fury and Paris enjoy romantic weekend away at luxury Trump hotel in Scotland as boxer enjoys retirement “He’s got a great brain and he’s very astute.I hope it’s not [goodbye] because he’s got a lot to give boxing outside the ring.”Giving his immediate reaction to SunSport, Warren revealed that he had not been expecting the retirement announcement.He said: “This is the first I’ve heard of it. I haven’t spoken to him today but God bless him.Fury had been tipped for an all-British fight against AJ.And the Watford-boxer’s promoter Eddie Hearn still believes that the fight could happen.He told iFL TV: “I saw that coming. I think, if you ever want to come back and get the max you’ve gotta retire first, ain’t you?READ MORE SUN STORIES”Someone’s gotta bring you out of retirement. So listen, if that’s the last we see of Tyson Fury, good luck to him.”I doubt it, personally, but whatever he chooses to do much respect to him.” More

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    Derek Chisora lets slip Tyson Fury is coming out of retirement as he reveals 36-year-old’s fight plans

    DEREK CHISORA has claimed Tyson Fury is coming out of retirement for a blockbuster showdown with Anthony Joshua.Fury, 36, seemingly put the final nail in the coffin of the long-overdue Battle of Britain last month by announcing his fifth career retirement.Tyson Fury announced his fifth retirement from boxing last monthCredit: REUTERSFury called it quits again following back-to-back losses to Oleksandr UsykCredit: GETTYDerek Chisora has claimed Fury is coming out of retirement to fight Anthony JoshuaCredit: REXBoxing fans around the world, however, aren’t buying what the Gypsy King is selling, including former foe Chisora.When discussing his next opponent after his decision win over Otto Wallin last weekend, he told Sky Sports: “Who knows?””Right now AJ is healing himself after the defeat from Daniel Dubois. He’s not ready yet.”When he’s ready he’ll come back and I think he’ll come back – not to fight me but to fight the Gypsy King.READ MORE ON FURY”I’ll let the public decide [who next]. I’ll let you guys decide.”Fury, who was spotted ringside for cousin Walter’s decision win on the Chisora vs Wallin undercard, has remained tight-lipped on his future since his latest hanging up of the gloves.The former WBC heavyweight champion has been spending quality time with his family over the last few weeks and looks to be happy with his decision to call it quits.Promoter Frank Warren told BoxingScene: “I don’t speak to him on a regular basis because he’s spending time with his family.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSView of The Sun’s boxing expert: ‘I think it’s a ploy’By Wally Downes JrCALL ME a miserable fat little boxing cynic, but Tyson Fury’s latest retirement just doesn’t wash with me.It wasn’t too long ago we were hearing he had a ten-fight deal with Saudi Arabia, that he was gonna fight Anthony Joshua twice, then he was going to face Joseph Parker twice.He was planning on doing every fight in the world – there was even talk he’d rematch Francis Ngannou and do a better job.IF he has retired, then he goes out with an incredible career having made over £300million in boxing events alone, let alone all the extra stuff.He does so having sacrificed bundles of his own life for such success.We know his wife Paris suffered a miscarriage going into the first Olesandr Usyk fight.We know for Deontay Wilder III, his little girl was put in intensive care, he barely even trained for that fight, he was sleeping on the hospital floor.IF he has retired, IF it is genuine, then it’s been an incredible career.And for the big showman, it’s probably a nice little short sharp way to go out by just posting a video while sat inside his car.But I can’t help but think that it’s a bit of a ploy to drive AJ a little bit crazy.AJ was at the Ring Awards the other day and put out a social media post saying “Fury, where are you? I’m looking for you.”It’s the only fight that AJ wants, and Fury being wise and looking at the Floyd Mayweather playbook, knows that once you retire, you have to be coaxed out of retirement.And how do you coax someone out of retirement? Loads more readies.The fact of the matter is, Fury has always told us: I’m a prize fighter, I do it for money, I’m gonna do it for as long as I can and make as much money as I can.So the idea that he suddenly ducks out now doesn’t seem to ring quite true.As Fury made the announcement, I was with Frank Warren and he said hadn’t spoken to Tyson about it today, but that he hopes that it’s true, that Fury’s done enough and made enough money.IF it’s true, then what an incredible career.Fury and AJ have put British boxing on the map where it’s not been for decades, not since Lennox Lewis 25 years ago.So thank you, but rather than being at his leaving party, which I’m sure The Sun would be invited to, I suspect we’ll see him boxing AJ in Riyadh in a few months. “He had nearly a year in training camp with a fight. One camp, very late into the camp, fell apart because of his cut eye.”He got back in camp again for the Usyk fight. Then he had another camp for it [the rematch].Tyson Fury and Paris enjoy romantic weekend away at luxury Trump hotel in Scotland as boxer enjoys retirement “Last year was a lot of sacrifice for him, not seeing his family, his wife and kids and so forth. He’s making up for it now.”He’s retired, and I’m just looking forward to him being happy.”That’s all I want to do, is see him being happy. He’s retired and God bless him.”Fury brought the curtain down on his career following consecutive defeats to former pound-for-pound king Oleksandr Usyk.Tyson Fury is seemingly enjoying his retirementCredit: NSTAGRAM More

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    Inside the most brutal race in the world where athletes risk being eaten alive and freezing to death if they stop

    THE most brutal race series in the world sees athletes avoid being eaten alive and freezing to death if they stop running.Only the toughest ultramarathon runners in the world compete at the Beyond the Ultimate — Global Race Series.A brutal ultramarathon is the toughest race in the worldCredit: Beyond the UltimateAthletes compete across four different terrains in extreme conditionsCredit: Beyond the UltimateThey have to face up to the wilderness and all the dangers of mother natureCredit: Beyond the UltimateThere is beautiful scenery to enjoy amid the hundreds of kilometres runningCredit: Beyond the UltimateThe amazing competition sees runners take part in brutal 230km races around the globe across four different environments.Each must take a huge rucksack filled to the brim with food, water and clothes while also maintaining a steady running pace in the craziest of conditions.One course, known as the Jungle Ultra, takes place in the Amazon in Peru.It is regarded as the hardest race of all due to the brutal humidity and mud.READ MORE IN SPORTTemperatures in the jungle can reach up to 30 degrees celsius and even requires wading through torrential rivers.Qualified guides and medics are needed to ensure athletes do not succumb to the conditions, with the rainforest host to a number of creepy crawlies and venomous reptiles.Another race, the Mountain Ultra, sees athletes pushed to their limits in Tien Shan, Kyrgyzstan.Featuring a total ascent of 10,500m, unpredictable temperatures range all the way from 30 degrees celsius to just 5 degrees celsius.Most read in AthleticsJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSWith a maximum altitude of 10,500m, athletes have to gasp for air.And all competitors are required to first undergo an additional FIVE-DAY acclimatisation trek to get used to their surroundings.Vernon Kay reveals horror injuries after ultramarathon – as Children in Need reveal leaves him ‘speechless’ on stageOne race takes place in the Arctic CircleCredit: Beyond the UltimateAnother sees athletes in the AmazonCredit: Beyond the UltimateThere is plenty of nature about in NamibiaCredit: Beyond the UltimateRunners have to acclimatise to mountain rangesCredit: Beyond the UltimateMeanwhile, the Desert Ultra requires a brutal trek across the unforgiving sands of Namibia.Day-time temperatures can reach a mind-blowing 55 degrees celsius.But athletes needs clothes for all seasons as night-time drops all the way down to just 5 degrees celsius.Sand dunes and barren scrubland await those who dare venture out in the heat.And there is also plenty of wildlife on the loose that pose a serious danger to athletes.With various predators on the loose, runners are even accompanied by experienced rangers tasked with keeping them safe from prying claws and jaws.All three races in the current season have already taken place.Now, there is just one left and it is arguably the most dangerous of all.The fourth and final race is the Ice Ultra, which takes place in Sweden’s Arctic Circle and is mainly spent in darkness due to it just having eight hours of sun a day.Temperatures in winter often drop to below a mind-numbing -40 degrees celsius – a temperature so cold that if you stop, you “freeze to death.”Harry Edwards is aiming the become the youngest athlete to run all four racesCredit: Beyond the UltimateHe has just the frozen tundra of Sweden to conquerCredit: Beyond the UltimateHarry has already taken out the other three racesCredit: Beyond the UltimateHe will have completed all four races within a yearCredit: Beyond the UltimateThere is also the risk of runners bumping into a peckish polar bear along the way.While the terrain is an unforgiving mix of snowfields and Arctic tundra which require specialised boots and poles to cross.More medics and guides are required, with some paths even created to help runners find their way through the thick snow.But lucky athletes could be treated to a night-sky show from the Northern Lights.The race takes place in five stages across as many days.And there is even a Red Jersey Stage which occurs on a hairy 15km frozen LAKE.Only 40 runners are able to take part in the Ice Ultra, with places going for £3,500 and 2026’s event already sold out.It tends to attract seasons ultra runners and those looking for an exciting challenge in an incredible setting. Among the intrepid explorers is British ace Harry Edmonds.The young runner is hoping to break a new record this year.After already finishing the first three races, Edmonds on the verge of becoming the youngest person ever to complete the Ultra series.Aged just 24, he will also achieve the incredible feat of completing all four races in a single year.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt’s been a remarkable journey for someone who only started running during lockdown.But with dangers afoot alongside the freezing temperatures and hungry hunters, the infamous Ice Ultra will not be a walk in the park.How to train for the Ice UltraAcclimatise mentally and physicallyWith conditions dropping to minus 40 degrees celsius, it’s important not to panic.Short cold exposures like cold showers and ice baths help build mental resilience and confidence.It also helps you physically by remaining calm and making rational decisions, especially when faced with icy winds.Layering and your gearLayer up but DON’T put on too much as this will cause you to overheat.Sweating in sub-zero temperatures is dangerous as wet clothes get chilled.Hypothermia and even frostbite could kick in.Also keep electronics close to your body as they can fail in extreme cold.Eat and drink wellYour favourite snacks could end up freezing in the cold.Test them out by putting them in a freezer to see what works.Also use insulated water bottles and flasks with wide mouths to prevent freezing.Training properlyMake sure to practice with snow shoes and spikes beforehand.Learn how to walk and tread carefully, as in the race there are always hidden dangers under the ice and snow. 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    ‘I can’t match that’ – Mike Tyson doesn’t hesitate when asked who was most powerful puncher in boxing

    MIKE TYSON is regarded by many to be one of the most ferocious punchers of all time.But the boxing legend humbly admits he’s NOT the hardest hitter to have graced the heavyweight division.Mike Tyson is viewed by many to be the hardest puncher in boxing historyCredit: GETTYIron Mike knocked out all but two of his opponents on his way to winning the WBC strap in 1986Credit: GETTYBut the boxing legend insists he’s not the hardest puncher the sport has ever seenCredit: AFPIron Mike knocked out all but two of his 28 opponents during his incredible run to the WBC heavyweight title in 1986, which he won at the tender age of 20.The power he displayed in his destructive highlight reel gave his diehard fans hope he could knock out Jake Paul in his ring return last November.Tyson has long taken great pride in his crushing body of work but is adamant the power he showcased paled in comparison to one of his predecessors.When asked to name the hardest-hitting heavyweight ever, he told Fight Camp: “[It’s George Foreman].READ MORE ON MIKE TYSON”I can’t match somebody’s power who’s that big and that much man.”Only thing that allowed me to be exciting was that I did it faster than the other guys.”Foreman stopped all but one of his 38 opponents on his way to winning the unified heavyweight titles against Joe Frazier in 1973.The Olympic gold medallist was renowned for decimating his opponents with ferocious hooks, particularly to the body, after putting them on the back foot.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMike Tyson believes George Foreman is the heaviest hitter in boxing historyCredit: GETTYFormer heavyweight champ Foreman packed a nasty wallopCredit: GETTYThat strategy, however, failed him in October 1974 when fought Muhammad Ali in the ‘Rumble in the Jungle’, which he lost via an eighth-round TKO.Like Foreman, power came naturally to Tyson – who still, to this day, is the youngest heavyweight champion in history.’I’m kind of depressed a little’ – Boxing legend Mike Tyson’s alarming confession one month on from Jack Paul fightBut the 58-year-old insists: “Nothing about me was natural.”Only my desire to win was natural, I had a great teacher.”Only you can do that. You’re born with it but somebody has to elicit that.”Tyson suffered a unanimous decision defeat in his controversial crossover clash with Paul last November.He refused to rule out the prospect of lacing up his gloves again but was quickly OVERRULED by his wife, Lakiha. More

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    Jeremy Clarkson intervenes to save struggling Tony Bellew from first question on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire

    TONY BELLEW was on the verge of being KO’d by the £100 question on Who Wants to Be Millionaire before Jeremy Clarkson’s intervention.The former WBC cruiserweight champion was a recent contestant on the celebrity version of the quiz game, which he appeared on for charity.Retired boxer Tony Bellew recently appeared on Who Wants to Be a MillionaireCredit: ITVThe former WBC cruiserweight champion struggled to answer the £100 questionCredit: ITVHost Jeremy Clarkson had to spoonfed Bellew the answerCredit: ITV’The Bomber’ ended up walking away with £64,000 for a children’s charity, although he would’ve left for nothing had it not been for the intervention of host Clarkson.Bellew, 42, was left bamboozled by the incredibly easy opening question.Clarkson asked the Liverpudlian: “Which of these is a term meaning to socialise with other people, especially those who are deemed important? “Digestive, Shortbread, Ginger Nut or Hobnob.”READ MORE BOXING NEWS”A perplexed Bellew replied: “I’m not going to lie, I’ve never heard of this phrase before.”Clarkson eventually ensured the retired boxer wouldn’t be leaving the show penniless by muttering “hobnob” under his breath.Viewers back home couldn’t quite believe Bellew’s struggle to answer the question. One wrote on X: “Getting the impression that Tony Bellew isn’t a fan of hobnobs.”Most read in BoxingTony Bellew retired from boxing in November 2018Credit: GETTYAnother said: “Tony Bellew on Who Wants to be a Millionaire struggling on the £100 question.”Bellew answered ten questions correctly before cashing out £64k for the Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool.Former world champion Tony Bellew escorted out after gatecashing Jake Paul’s press conferenceThe former fan favourite was hailed for his incredible haul, with one viewer writing: “Absolutely brilliant Tony Bellew.”Another said: “The joy of Tony Bellew was something to behold.”And another said: “Well that was a fight and a half!”One remarked: Well done to Tony Bellew, that was hard if not entertaining work.”Another chimed in: “Well done Tony Bellew – he’s played it well.”Bellew retired from professional boxing in November 2018, just 12 days after suffering a brutal eighth-round KO loss to Oleksandr Usyk. More

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    Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker: Start time, TV channel, live stream, undercard for heavyweight title clash

    DANIEL DUBOIS put his IBF heavyweight title on the line against Joseph Parker as part of a mammoth card in Saudi Arabia.DDD put in a commanding performance in a fifth round stoppage defence of his title against Anthony Joshua at Wembley last September. Daniel Dubois (back) will defend his IBF heavyweight titleCredit: GETTYJoseph Parker is in a hot run of formCredit: GettyJoseph Parker comes into the bout with a record of 35-3-0, having lost just once to Joe Joyce since 2019, and currently holds the WBO interim heavyweight title.This kind of fight could easily main event a pay-per-view, speaking to the quality of the card on display when Artur Beterbiev rematches against Dmitry Bivol.When is Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker?Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker is set to take place on the undercard of Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol II, on Saturday, February 22.The card gets underway from 4pm GMT, with Dubois and Parker to fight before the main event at around 9pm GMT.The fight will take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.What TV channel is Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker on and can it be live streamed?Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker will take place on the Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol undercard, live on DAZN.DAZN will broadcast the fight live to over 200 countries on their website. The event does not require a subscription and is on pay-per-view for £19.99.Coverage gets underway from 4pm GMT.Read more BoxingFull cardArtur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol for the IBF, IBO, WBC and WBO light-heavyweight titlesDaniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker for the IBF heavyweight titleShakur Stevenson vs Flloyd Schofield for the WBC lightweight titleCarlos Adames vs Hamzah Sheeraz for the WBC middleweight titkeVergil Ortiz Jr vs Israil Madrimov for the interim WBC heavyweight titleZhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel for the interim WBC heavyweight titleJoshua Buatsi vs Callum Smith for the interim WBO light-heavyweight titleBradley Rea vs Constantino Nanga More