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    Gold medal Paralympian Richard Whitehead hopes to inspire more disabled people to get involved in sport

    FOUR in 10 people with disabilities don’t feel confident enough to participate in sporting events, according to research.Of the 700 disabled adults polled, 30 per cent believe the events do not cater for those with additional needs.
    Richard Whitehead hopes to inspire more disabled people to get involved in sportCredit: SWNS
    And 56 per cent felt they wouldn’t be seen as a priority when it came to participating.
    Almost one in five (17 per cent) also feel they lack the support network needed to take part, while 16 per cent were held back by the cost of entering events.
    But 12 per cent feel inadequate representation in sporting events is a barrier, with 54 believing access to trained volunteers would give them the confidence required to take part in mass participation sporting events.
    To help encourage participation, Nissan GB, the official partner of the Great Run Series which commissioned the research, is working with The Richard Whitehead Foundation to help make running events more inclusive by providing support and encouragement to disabled participants.
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    Gold-medal winning Paralympian, marathon runner and Nissan GB’s diversity, equity and inclusion ambassador, Richard Whitehead, said: “Disabled people feel they aren’t confident to enter sporting events.
    “As a Paralympic athlete and distance runner, I feel it’s something we should change.
    “Whatever the race, whatever the distance, it’s always a chance to give back to the running and disability community.”
    “Growing up and throughout my career I’ve witnessed the challenges that disabled people face in order to take part in sporting events, so I’m delighted to work with Nissan GB to help remove some of these barriers.”
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    The study found the average disabled adult exercises for a total of just under 76 minutes each week, over four sessions.
    And 39 per cent consider exercise as something they are passionate about.
    When it comes to sports they’d most like to test themselves in, swimming topped the list (22 per cent) followed by a half marathon (18 per cent).
    Others would like to take part in a grassroots or local football tournament (17 per cent) or a CrossFit event (12 per cent).
    But the study, carried out via OnePoll, found two thirds of disabled people believe there aren’t enough televised disability sporting events.
    And 53 per cent want the government to do more to encourage sporting events for people with disabilities.
    Whitehead added: “Sport should be accessible to everyone, so It’s exciting that we can pilot the Supported Runner Project at the AJ Bell Great North Run this weekend and the AJ Bell Great South Run in October, ahead of our full launch in 2024.” More

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    Kate Garraway spots Tommy Fury ‘is SCARED of dad John Fury’ after his explosive rant live on GMB

    KATE GARRAWAY reckons Tommy Fury is scared of his dad John following his Good Morning Britain rant.The pair appeared on the ITV breakfast show to discuss the former Love Islander’s upcoming fight with YouTuber KSI on October 14.
    John Fury went on another raging rant on GMB
    Kate Garraway suggested Tommy is scared of his dad
    ‘Big John’ made an impression on the GMB hostsCredit: ITV
    During the interview, Fury Sr went on an explosive rant about “being a man”.
    As GMB presenters Garraway and Ben Shephard asked about his famous table-turning episode at a recent press conference, John, 59, insisted that was just usual, standard behaviour.
    He said: “No, nothing got me going. That’s my normal character, Ben.
    “That’s me, I like to get on with it, I like to get going.
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    “That’s what separates us men from the boys.
    “These boys are bred on what you see there and KSI is a pretence job.
    “He’s acting a part out, this is real-life everyday stuff for us, it’s a walk in the park.
    “I’m enjoying it, Tommy’s enjoying it, the fans are but make no mistake about it, KSI can look in as much shape as he wants.
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    “But when you’re naturally bigger, naturally stronger, the desire is more and you’re a born fighter and been doing rounds with the heavyweight champion of the world, we’ve got nothing to worry about.”
    Throughout the entire, bizarre monologue, Tommy – brother of world heavyweight king Tyson – sat cross-armed, motionless and silent alongside his dad.
    Shephard and Garraway soon wrapped up the interview.
    And laughing Garraway quipped: “I’m more scared of the dad.” despite son Tommy being the current professional boxer.
    She added added: “He doesn’t mess around.
    “I bet Tommy didn’t backchat.”
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    Shephard replied: “No he doesn’t, big John Fury.”
    And viewers watching on at home piled in on Fury Sr for his behaviour.
    One said: “Tell John Fury to stop acting like pr***.”
    Another wrote: “And the actor of the year award goes to KSI and John Fury.”
    And a third added: “Did John Fury just completely ignore Kate and only speak to Ben and name-drop Ben only?”
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    Fans also slammed John for ranting at a pre-recorded video message by KSI – and many felt his aggressive reaction had racist undertones as he described the YouTuber’s braided hair as a “pineapple”.
    Garraway, meanwhile, felt the chills after 24-year-old Tommy’s threatening response as he “guaranteed” to put KSI in an ambulance on fight night.
    Ben Shephard and Garraway were baffled by the veteranCredit: ITV
    KSI and Fury will go head to head on October 14Credit: Reuters
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    Sky Sports presenter Anna Woolhouse shows off toned abs in barely-there bikini as fans call her ‘absolutely gorgeous’

    SKY SPORTS presenter Anna Woolhouse stunned fans by showing off her toned abs in a bikini picture on social media.The boxing broadcaster, 39, was most recently seen hosting coverage of Chris Eubank’s win over Liam Smith on Saturday night.
    Anna Woolhouse sent fans wild with this picture on social mediaCredit: INSTAGRAM @woolyanna1
    She is the regular boxing presenter on Sky SportsCredit: INSTAGRAM @woolyanna1
    Five days on, she documented some well-earned downtime as she relaxed in the sun.
    Woolhouse wore a black bikini which revealed her incredible physique.
    Alongside the image, she added the caption: “Hilda x Wooly 🖤🤍☀️.”
    And many of her 152,000 followers were quick to hail her impressive look.
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    One said: “😍😍🔥stunning.”
    Another added: “Absolutely gorgeous 🔥🔥🔥🔥.”
    A third replied: “🔥🔥🔥 as the weather, enjoy.”
    And a fourth responded: “You look amazing 🔥❤️😍.”
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    Anna often shares pictures and videos of her working outCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1
    She is very into her fitness regimeCredit: Instagram / woolyanna1
    Anna has been working with Sky Sports for many yearsCredit: Instagram / woolyanna1
    Woolhouse is heavily into her fitness routine and regularly shares her workouts on social media.
    She has been presenting boxing on Sky Sports for several years, gaining a reputation as one of the leading broadcasters in the sport.
    Woolhouse is expected to host coverage of the all-British light-heavyweight dust-up between Joshua Buatsi and Dan Azeez at the O2 Arena on October 21.
    She regularly shocks fans with her incredible physiqueCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1
    Anna is one of the most accomplished sports presenters in the businessCredit: Getty More

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    Kate Garraway looks horrified and left ‘disturbed’ by Tommy Fury’s chilling comments live on GMB

    KATE GARRAWAY was left “disturbed” after Tommy Fury dished out a chilling warning to KSI live on Good Morning Britain.The celebrity duo will meet in a massive boxing bout on October 14 in Manchester.
    Tommy Fury, alongside his dad John, sent KSI a chilling warning today on Good Morning BritainCredit: ITV
    Host Kate Garraway looked shocked at his words and said it left her ‘disturbed’Credit: ITV
    The unbeaten younger brother of WBC heavyweight champ Tyson Fury comes into the fight having beaten KSI’s arch rival Jake Paul via split-decision in Saudi Arabia back in February.
    And having already chalked one off his list, the 24-year-old ex-Love Islander wants to put the crossover boxing scene to bed by securing wins over the pair.
    However, during an appearance with his father, John Fury, on GMB today, he shocked host Garraway when dishing out a threat to KSI.
    Fury, whose fiancee Molly-Mae Hague gave birth to baby girl Bambi in January, began by claiming: “This is an easy win for me, I’m training like I’m training for an undisputed world title fight.
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    “When I jump in the ring with KSI he will quickly realise that fighting a YouTuber is completely different to fighting a professional boxer.”
    With his dad nodding in approval next to him, he then warned: “This is a message for KSI. Cut all of that fancy talk out, the laughs and all the stupid bandanas, whatever you want to do… come October 14 his life will be ruined.

    “All his singing, podcasting, his business, it will all be finished as mark my words, he’ll be leaving Manchester Arena in an ambulance. I can quite clearly guarantee it.”
    “Crikey,” replied Garraway before adding: “I’m actually getting a little bit disturbed by all of this.”
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    Dad John already helped to raise the heat between the two fighters as their latest press conference to promote the fight descended into chaos when he began flipping tables on stage this week.
    And the former bare-knuckle boxer predicted more carnage come fight night as he claimed his son will keep punching his opponent until he “URINATES” himself and warned it will be a “street-fight with gloves on” at the event.
    After claiming his “good-looking son” can beat anybody out there, Fury then told Garraway and GMB viewers today: “Don’t be deceived by looks. This kid can fight, he’s as tough as boots.”
    And he then finished off by promising: “The fans are going to love it.”
    KSI also appeared on the ITV show last month and made a better impression on Garraway.
    The 30-year-old sat down in the studio to discuss his global fame, appeal to young people and how he keeps his private life under wraps.
    But he then stood up to give Garraway a punching demonstration – with the presenter later throwing some punches at co-host Richard Madeley.
    KSI and Tommy Fury got nose-to-nose at the press conference this weekCredit: PA
    John Fury flipped over a table during the heated media outing to promote the clashCredit: PA More

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    Tyson Fury reveals next TWO opponents including UFC legend… but states major condition of taking fights

    TYSON FURY has laid out his two-fight plan for after his clash with Francis Ngannou – and it involves dipping his toes into the mixed martial arts world.The Gypsy King locks horns with the UFC heavyweight champion in a controversial crossover clash with Suadi Arabia next month.
    Tyson Fury faces Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia next monthCredit: PA
    Boxing fans are hoping Fury faces Oleksandr Usyk in an undisputed bout next yearCredit: REX
    Fury has aspirations of rematching Ngannou in MMA before facing UFC star Jon JonesCredit: Getty
    Fury has taken pelters for fighting boxing novice Ngannou instead of taking part in an undisputed title fight with Oleksandr Usyk, who many expect him to face next year.
    But the WBC heavyweight champion’s sights are seemingly set on cage clashes with Ngannou and current UFC heavyweight king Jon Jones.
    Fury, 35, said: “I’d like to fight Ngannou in the cage, I think I can beat him for sure.
    “He’s not a good wrestler, he’s known for striking and I’m a better striker than him.
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    “In little gloves, I’d knock him out in seconds… I’d fight Jon Jones also in the cage, if the money was right.”
    Fury recently revealed he’d received an offer from the UFC to lock horns with mixed martial arts legend Jones – who is set to retire from MMA in November – in an exclusive interview with SunSport.
    He said: “That’s 100 per cent true [that I received an offer to fight Jones].
    “I’ve had an offer from the UFC, from [WME] IMG, to fight Jon Jones.
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    “Frank Warren knows about it, my team knows about it.
    “It’s still ongoing and we’re looking to move forward on that for sure.
    “Me and Jon have even spoke about it, ” It’s definitely a real thing.”
    Before he can think about fighting in MMA, Fury must first see off the challenge of Ngannou in their Saudi showdown – the primary motivator of which was a once-in-a-lifetime payday.
    He said: “Obviously I’m getting paid a hell of a lot of money.
    “And I get millions of people from MMA and boxing who are gonna watch it.
    “Whether they like that I’m doing it or not, guess what they’re gonna do? Still watch it.”
    Tyson Fury says money motivated him to take his Saudi showdown with Francis NgannouCredit: PA More

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    Rio Ferdinand mistaken for heavyweight boxer in funny blunder as he calls out legend for outfit at Tyson Fury presser

    RIO FERDINAND was mistaken for a heavyweight boxer at the Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou launch event.The Manchester United legend was one of several celebs in attendance for the event and pre-fight press conference in London on Thursday afternoon.
    Rio Ferdinand was one of several celebs in attendance for the Fury vs Ngannou launch eventCredit: PA
    Ferdinand was accidentally mistaken for David Adeleye by Top Rank’s broadcast presenterCredit: QUEENSBERRY PROMOTIONS
    Top Rank eventually got their hands on Brit heavyweight title contender AdeleyeCredit: QUEENSBERRY PROMOTIONS
    But he was accidentally mistaken for Brit heavyweight boxer David Adeleye by Top Rank’s lead presenter for the broadcast.
    She was seemingly told by producers that Adeleye would be speaking to herself, former UFC star Dan Hardy and retired boxer Carl Frampton after his opponent Fabio Wardley left the scene.
    As Ferdinand had his back turned to the presenters and spoke to Wardley, she said: “I think we’re going to try and get his opponent in.
    “David Adeleye, can we get him in?”
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    The presenter then turned around to try and look for the undefeated heavyweight and was left bemused when Ferdinand popped into her line of vision.
    She said: “No? All right, that’s not David Adeleye – that’s Rio Ferdinand. But we are just as delighted to have you with us.”
    Ferdinand was quick to give his opinion on Fury’s controversial Saudi showdown with Ngannou after ribbing Frampton for sweating in his plush get-up.
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    He said: “The size of these guys. When one of the connects, it doesn’t matter where you’re from – you’re gonna go down.
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    “And the power that he’s [Ngannou] got, it he transfers that to this and he gets hit on the chin Tyson [that is] then he will go down.
    “But I just think his ring IQ, his footwork and his ability and what he’s shown and experience [will be too much for Ngannou].”
    Top Rank eventually got their hands on Adeleye, with their lead presenter quickly making light of the previous mix-up.
    That came moments before the Adeleye and Wardley were involved in a crazy pre-fight brawl further down the red carpet.
    Things got heated when a fired-up Adeleye repeatedly said “shut your mouth” to someone on media row.
    Suffolk slugger Wardley waded in and was quickly on the receiving end of a two-handed shove from his domestic rival.
    Members of both men’s teams got involved in the melee which saw Wardley dropped by a left hook from an unknown person.
    Wardley seemed to be dazed when he rose to his feet and was nursing a cut to the side of his left eye – which could potentially scupper the fight.
    Fabio Wardley ended up being involved in a melee after facing off with David AdeleyeCredit: PA
    The Suffolk slugger suffered a cut dangerously close to his left eyeCredit: PA More

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    Tyson Fury says Francis Ngannou has a ‘big CORY’ and asks him to ‘get it out’ in bizarre X-rated demand

    TYSON FURY left boxing fans stunned when he asked Francis Ngannou to reveal his manhood.The Gypsy King went face-to-face with the former UFC heavyweight champion on Thursday for the first time since the booking of their controversial Saudi showdown next month.
    Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou faced off for the first time since the booking of their fightCredit: PA
    Fury went on a huge rant as he walked around stage during the presserCredit: Reuters
    The Gypsy King asked the former UFC heavyweight champion to reveal his manhoodCredit: PA
    Fury and Ngannou, 35 and 36 respectively, faced off with one another at Wembley last April, an encounter in which the former mentioned the MMA star’s privates.
    And he bizarrely did so again at their pre-fight presser, saying: “I get to knock out him, he’s a good-looking lad – I do like him.
    “Probably got a big cory as well. Remember that Francis.
    “However, it’s unlucky for him that he has to come across me.”
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    Ngannou shrugged off the awkward comment with a wry smile and made light of it with his response.
    He said: “If you know where I came from, you don’t have to ask that question.”
    Fury then broke out into song and said: “Come on, come on. Get it out! Get it out!”
    The bizarre request was ended by a cackle from the WBC heavyweight champion and a perplexed look from Ngannou.
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    Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou throw down in Saudi Arabia on October 28Credit: Reuters
    Boxing fans were quick to comment on Fury’s x-rated request, with one tweeting: “Cringe as f**k.”
    Another said: “A f***ing embarrassment to boxing.”
    And another said: “What the hell?”
    One remarked: “Tyson it was slightly amusing the first time, like the 20th time u made this joke now.”
    Another chimed in: “Crazy lol Jesus Christ.”
    One perplexed fight fan asked: “Why [does] Tyson keep bringing up Francis’ meat?”
    Ngannou goes into his professional boxing debut as a huge underdog but is adamant he’ll shock the world by knocking Fury old cold.
    He said: “I’m going to be hunting for that guy’s head, to take it off.” More

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    Tyson Fury’s dad John claims Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk are ‘TERRIFIED’ of fighting Deontay Wilder

    ANTHONY JOSHUA and Oleksandr Usyk are both “TERRIFIED” to share the ring with Deontay Wilder, it’s been claimed.Former unified two-time heavyweight champion Joshua is currently in talks over a January joust with the devastating knockout puncher.
    Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk have both been linked with fights against Deontay WilderCredit: Getty
    The Bronze Bomber is still one of the biggest names in the divisionCredit: Getty
    John Fury reckons neither AJ nor Usyk really want to fight the former WBC kingCredit: Alamy
    A bout between Wilder, 37, and former pound-for-pound king Usyk has also been mooted in recent months.
    But John Fury – the dad of WBC heavyweight champ Tyson – reckons neither AJ nor his recent conqueror truly wants to share the ring with The Bronze Bomber.
    When asked about Wilder, the outspoken coach told Freebets.com: “They’re all terrified of him.
    “Tyson straightened him out three times.
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    “All those people will never get in with The Bronze Bomber. Usyk, AJ, none of them will fight The Bronze Bomber.”
    Tyson, of course, shared the ring THREE times with the former long-reigning WBC heavyweight champion.
    The pair fought to a controversial draw in their December dust-up in 2018, with Fury rising from the dead like Lazarus in the final round to salvage a draw.
    Fury got his revenge in the 2020 rematch, scoring a seventh-round knockout under the bright lights in Sin City.
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    And he closed the book on their rivalry in October 2021 with a brutal 11th-round KO.
    WBC heavyweight champion Fury will be back in action next month, locking horns with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in a controversial Saudi showdown.
    Joshua, 33, was last in action last month – knocking out short-notice replacement Robert Helenius in the seventh round of the O2 tussle.
    Usyk, meanwhile, was also in action last month.
    The undefeated Ukrainian scored a ninth-round TKO victory over Brit contender Daniel Dubois to do his part to preserve an undisputed fight with Usyk.
    Wilder hasn’t set foot inside the ring since his brutal first-round knockout of Helenius last October.
    Deontay Wilder hasn’t set foot in the ring in nearly a yearCredit: GETTY More