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    Who is Michael Schumacher’s son Mick? Former Mercedes driver who has found new motorsport seat

    THERE’S a certain weight that comes with being the son of seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher – and son Mick has found all about it in recent years. Mick, 26, had been tipped to succeed his father’s impeccable racing standards the second he set foot in a karting track.MickSchumacher’s time at Haas was mistake-ladenCredit: AFPSebastian Vettel and Mick Schumacher have had a striking relationship throughout the yearsCredit: AlamySchumacher last role in F1 was with MercedesCredit: GettyHowever, Michael Schumacher’s youngest child has found his competitive motorsport career dwindling.Mick was last seen in a Formula 1 pit garage last December as a reserve driver for Mercedes.He left his position at the end of the 2024 season to focus on his newfound role in endurance racing.Nowadays, he is striving to get back to the elite staring of the racing world. READ MORE IN F1Life in father’s footsteps Born and raised in the Swiss village Vufflens-le-Chateau, Schumacher was born into a racing royalty with his father and uncle Ralf both in F1.The generational success that his father set that weighed heaviest in his formative years in racing and beyond.Mick had a good karting career – fishing runner-up at the World and European level – before making the jump to European Formula 3, winning the championship in his final season with Prema Racing.He would follow that up with another title Formula 2 in 2020 ahead of Brit Callum Ilott and future Red Bull driver Yuki Tsunoda. Most read in MotorsportMick had test drives with Alfa Romeo and Haas – aided by his association with the Ferrari Driver Academy – then signed with the latter as a full-time driver in 2021.Schumacher’s two-season F1 career was characterised by rookie blunders and team deficiencies, initially alongside controversial team-mate Nikita Mazepin – son of Belarusian-Russian oligarch and sponsor Dmitry – and than outperformed by Kevin Magnussen.In his second season, the German driver scored his first and second lot of points in back-to-back weekends at Silverstone and the Red Bull Ring in Austria, where he registered a career-best sixth finish.However, Schumacher was released from his contract going into the 2023 season as the team altered direction with successor and racing journeyman Nico Hulkenberg.Recently, he has served as a reserve driver for both Mercedes and McLaren – not suiting up for either team. Track switch Schumacher made his first ventures into the World Endurance Championship with Alpine while still occupying his reserve driver duties.Schumacher has continued to race with Alpine’s World Endurance Championship six-man Hypercar team full-time after achieving his maiden podium finish at the 6 Hours of Fuji. Additionally, Schumacher also competed in the 2025 Race of Champions in Sydney at the start of the month alongside family friend Sebastian Vettel with Will Brown pipping him to a semi-final spot in the main draw. Racing future Schumacher still harbours hopes of returning to F1 as a driver with the 2026 new regulations era providing the first real opening for a seat, particularly with Cadillac’s incoming arrival to the grid. “Formula One has always been my dream and will always be my dream. But the WEC is the number one priority,” he told Sky Germany. “That requires 100 per cent dedication.”READ MORE SUN STORIESHe went on to add: “My dream is a dream, but when I’m in the car, I’m 100 per cent in the car. The dream lives on in the moments when I have free time and can think about it.”Cadillac have expressed a public interest in signing an American driver with a big-name, and in motorsport, it doesn’t get bigger Schumacher. More

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    Cristiano Ronaldo reveals he’s a playable character in Street Fighter-style video game as he shares epic trailer

    CRISTIANO RONALDO will be a playable character in a Street Fighter-style video game.The superstar announced the news with delight on social media in a move that has captivated fans.Cristiano Ronaldo has announced he will feature in a video gameCredit: instagram @cristianoThe star is a playable character in Fatal Fury: City of the WolvesCredit: instagram @cristianoHis character has special football attack movesCredit: instagram @cristianoIt even features his iconic ‘Siuuu’ celebrationRonaldo has a playable character in the upcoming game Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves.The game is made by developed SNK, owned by the Saudia Arabian non-profit organisation MiSK Foundation.Ronaldo’s character boasts specialised football attack moves – one command move is called Headed Clearance, while he can also perform slide tackles to inflict damage on enemies.The character even performs Ronaldo’s iconic ‘Siuuu’ celebration after winning.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRonaldo announced the deal in a social media post that read: “Big news to share with everyone today!”I’m going to be a character in the new fighting game FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves!”Let’s have some fun on April 24th!”Fans have reacted with excitement to the news with one saying: “Lmao that’s wild. I like it though.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnother added: “Lol this is so random but I like it.”And a third wrote: “So cool.”Ronaldo is not the first footballer to appear in a video game.Ronaldinho was the face of football spin-off game Fifa Street in which games would use the Brazilian trickster to pull off skills.More bizarrely Harry Kane, Marco Reus and Neymar Jr have all been playable characters in Fortnite.Meanwhile Erling Haaland appears in Clash of Clans. The Man City striker said: “From the pitch to the battlefield!”I’ve been a huge fan of the game for a long time and know everything about it, so to appear as an in-game character is really cool.”Prince William on recreating Ronaldo’s goal celebration in his garden as he builds ‘Perfect Footballer’ More

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    Red Bull brutally AXE driver for bitter rival after just two races and announce replacement in chaotic start to season

    LIAM LAWSON has been brutally axed from Red Bull after two horror drives.Red Bull have announced that Yuki Tsunoda will replace Lawson in their senior racing squad.Liam Lawson has been brutally ditched by Red BullCredit: AFPThe 23-year-old has paid the price for poor displays in the Australian and Chinese Grands PrixCredit: PALawson has been replaced by Japan’s Yuki TsunodaCredit: PALawson, 23, has been dumped by Red Bull chiefs after failing to get to grips with the RB21 during the Australian and Chinese Grands Prix.He crashed out of the Aussie GP and could only muster a 15th-place finish in Shanghai, displays which have ultimately led to Red Bull wielding the axe.And the decision will have irked his team-mate Max Verstappen, who reportedly was “not happy” after learning of Red Bull’s plans.An excerpt of a Red Bull statement read: “Red Bull are in the unique position of having four seats on the Formula One grid, across Oracle Red Bull Racing and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls. “And as such, the Team have made the decision to exercise a driver rotation, that will see Yuki partner current and four-time World Champion, Max Verstappen.”Tsunoda – who earns nearly double Lawson’s £800,000 salary – will be given a baptism of fire on home soil as he’ll officially replace Lawson at the Japanese Grand Prix.The decision to replace Lawson wasn’t an easy one for Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner to make.He said: “It has been difficult to see Liam struggle with the RB21 at the first two races and as a result we have collectively taken the decision to make an early switch. Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSChristian Horner believes Red Bull made the right decision in replacing Lawson with TsunodaCredit: GETTY”We came into the 2025 season, with two ambitions, to retain the World Drivers’ Championship and to reclaim the World Constructors’ title and this is a purely sporting decision.”Horner is hoping 24-year-old Tsunoda’s experience will help with the team’s developing of the RB21.Red Bull’s Christian Horner gives low down on car before F1 season kicks off with Australian Grand Prix He added: “We acknowledge there is a lot of work to be done with the RB21 and Yuki’s experience will prove highly beneficial in helping to develop the current car. “We welcome him to the Team and are looking forward to seeing him behind the wheel of the RB21.”The demoted Lawson will now drop down to Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, which Horner believes will be beneficial for his development as a driver.He said: “We have a duty of care to protect and develop Liam and together, we see that after such a difficult start, it makes sense to act quickly so Liam can gain experience, as he continues his F1 career with Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, an environment and a Team he knows very well.”Lawson’s axing comes just days after he gloated about getting the better of Tsunoda in F3.He told The Telegraph: “If I look back over our careers, I was team mates with him in F3 and I beat him.“In Euroformula I was team mates with him, [and] in New Zealand, and I beat him there.Liam Lawson recently gloated about getting the better of Yuki Tsunoda in F3Credit: GETTYLawson’s midel girlfriend Hannah St. John is often seen accompanying him to race weekends around the paddockCredit: INSTAGRAMThe pair have been dating for two yearsCredit: INSTAGRAM“Then in F1 last season I think honestly, if I look at all the times he got promoted instead of me in those early years, then no.”He’s had his time. Now it’s my time.”Lawson’s girlfriend – Hannah St. John – will no doubt be consoling him following his demotion.The couple have been together for two years and have looked the picture of happiness every time they’ve been on the paddock with one another.Defending champion F1 champion and Red Bull superstar Verstappen has yet to win a race this season. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe finished second to Brit star and McLaren standout Lando Norris in the Australian GP. And the Dutchman could only muster a fourth-placed finish in the Chinese Grand Prix, which was won by McLaren’s Oscar Piastri. More

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    Newcastle target Jarell Quansah in £30million transfer raid on Liverpool to kickstart summer spree

    NEWCASTLE UNITED are targeting a summer move for Jarell Quansah as they look to take the next step in their development following their Carabao Cup success.Magpies chiefs are reportedly keen on signing Quansah to boost their right centre-back position following failed bids for Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi in the summer.Newcastle United are interested in signing Jarell Quansah from LiverpoolCredit: RexThat’s according to The Times, who claim that Newcastle believe a bid of £30million plus add-ons would be enough to tempt Liverpool into selling the 22-year-old.Quansah has struggled to nail down a starting position with Liverpool this season, playing from the off just twice in the Premier League.And Newcastle are thought to believe that the prospect of more regular minutes in the North East could convince Quansah to jump ship.It’s claimed that Newcastle were interested in Quansah last summer too, enquiring about the defender during negotiations with Liverpool over a possible departure for Anthony Gordon.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Times claim that Newcastle were willing to pay north of £50m for Quansah last summer.Quansah, who has risen through the academy ranks with Liverpool, has made 55 first-team appearances for The Reds since his debut in August 2023.While he has recently been considered for the England national team with three callups in the last 12 months, but is yet to earn his first cap.Quansah still has four years left on his deal at Anfield, which he only penned in October of last year.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLiverpool already look set to lose one star defender, after it emerged this week that Trent Alexander-Arnold is on the brink of sealing his free transfer to Spanish giants Real Madrid.Newcastle are preparing for an important transfer window following their first major trophy in 70 years.Fans convinced Frimpong will join Liverpool after spotting his Holland camp antics Eddie Howe’s side are expected to be more active this summer after needing to carefully tread the line of Profit and Sustainability over the past three transfer windows.In that time, the Magpies have sold significantly more than they have bought in as they tried to avoid breaching PSR and being slapped with a points deduction.Should Newcastle finish in the Champions League places it will only strengthen their position heading into the summer window.Alongside a right-sided centre-back, the Tyneside club are understood to be keen on signing a right-sided forward and a goalkeeper in the upcoming window.It’s thought that Newcastle are confident of keeping hold of their best players too, despite swirling rumours around an exit for star man Alexander Isak.Isak, who has scored 19 goals in 25 Prem games this season, has been linked with a spectacular £150MILLION move to one of Arsenal or Liverpool.But the Toon are keen to keep hold of their man and are reportedly trying to tie him down to a lucrative new deal.Speaking to Swedish media during the international break, Isak said: “There’s not much to say, really. I’ve commented on my situation and my security in Newcastle several times.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s been written how much I love the city and the club, how well I feel there. I’m not thinking about the future.“I just want to perform for Newcastle. Now we won the cup, but we want to finish strong and reach the Champions League games. That’s where my focus lies.”Newcastle are determined to hold onto Alexander IsakCredit: Getty More

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    Premier League cult hero, 33, completes ‘most random transfer of all time’ to Dunfermline

    FORMER Tottenham star Victor Wanyama has completed a shock transfer – to a second tier Scottish team.The Kenyan midfielder, 33, had been unemployed for the last two months following the expiration of his contract with MLS side Montreal Impact.Victor Wanyama was a free agent following his departure from Montreal ImpactCredit: ALAMYThe Kenyan midfielder has joined Scottish Championship side Dunfermline until the end of the seasonCredit: INSTAGRAM@OFFICIALDAFCWanyama celebrates scoring for Spurs with Harry Kane in 2017Credit: GettyBut the cult Premier League hero, who played for Spurs and Southampton in the top flight, is no longer a job seeker after inking a surprise deal with Scottish Championship side Dunfermline.A club statement read: “DAFC are delighted to announce the signing of Kenyan international, Victor Wanyama, on a deal until the end of the season, subject to international clearance.”Dunfermline then referred to Wanyama’s hilarious tweet after he swapped his kit with an Impact fan for a pack of pasta in July 2021 shortly after announcing his arrival.They tweeted: “I had spaghetti and it was very nice I enjoyed it.:READ MORE IN SPORTWanyama’s move to East End Park has stunned footie fans, one of whom said: “Nahhh that’s crazy.”Another said: “What is football?”And another said: “This is surely the most random transfer of all time.”One remarked: “Now we know why [Mohamed] Salah and VVD (Virgil van Dijk) are running down their contracts.”Most read in FootballAnother chimed in: “This is very random, but he should be a very good signing for Dunfermline Athletic indeed.”JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNeil Lennon has taken charge of Dunfermline until the end of the seasonCredit: SNSWanyama is no stranger to Scottish football having spent two seasons with Premiership champions Celtic.And he’ll be playing under a familiar face in Neil Lennon, who has taken charge of the Pars until the end of the season.Victor Wanyama leaves Spurs to join Arsenal legend Thierry Henry at Montreal Impact in MLS The Northern Irishman said: “I’m looking forward to it. It’s great to be back in football. I know how competitive and attritional the Scottish Championship can be.”That was seven or eight years ago with different players. Obviously, I enjoyed it a lot, really enjoyed it.”I had a good team off the back of them winning the cup. This is a totally different scenario. “We’re picking a team up that’s just a little bit low in confidence at the minute.”Like I said, there’s potential in a lot of the players here. Some of the senior players as well have been really good.“You learn from all the experiences that go along. “I really enjoyed my time with the media as well, believe it or not.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Coaching is what I always want to do. I don’t know how long this is going to be.”We’ll take a view on it as we go along but I’m very excited about the prospect of trying and endeavouring to take them firmly forward.”Victor Wanyama played under Neil Lennon during his time at CelticCredit: KENNY RAMSAY More

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    Premier League legend’s daughter sends fans wild as she strips to lingerie and sprawls on sofa for racy photo

    JADE LEBOEUF sent fans wild as she stripped to lingerie and sprawled on the sofa for a racy photo.The daughter of Chelsea legend Frank Lebouef could not resist putting on a fresh racy display this week.Jade Leboeuf left little to the imagination with another racy snapShe stripped off for her latest photos onlineShe is the daughter of Chelsea legend FrankCredit: GettyJade left very little to the imagination with her new post.The influencer and model has garnered an army of fans with her sizzling snaps.And she boasts a massive quarter of a million Instagram followers.But Jade’s latest offering left many in disbelief.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe ace stripped down to her underwear before lying on a bed.She then posted a heartfelt message next to it.It read: “My femininity is being a mother, an entrepreneur, a friend, a daughter, a sister, but above all, it’s being me. “It’s carrying, creating, listening, loving, and expressing myself as I wish without having to apologise for being a woman. Most read in Football“It’s also embracing my sensuality. And for me, there’s no question of sacrificing one facet for another. They coexist and they build me. “And if there’s one part of me that I fully accept and have always trusted, it’s this one.”Chelsea legend’s daughter cheekily shows off her bum in bold outfit as stunned fans say ‘excuse me?’ Fans hailed Jade’s latest offering.One said: “I love it.”Another declared: “Gorgeous.”One noted: “Beautiful.”Another added: “Magnificent.”Take a look inside Jade’s glamorous life…Jade has built up a loyal following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe stunning model is followed by over a quarter of a million peopleCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe regularly shares risque contentCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe French national works as a modelCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe was used to the limelight from an early age as the daughter of Chelsea legend Frank LeboeufCredit: Instagram @jadeleboeufJade describes herself as a digital creatorCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHer posts tend to draw hoards of comments with fans often describing her as ‘beautiful’ and ‘sexy’Credit: instagram @jade_leboeufShe’s not afraid to wear revealing outfitsCredit: jade_leboeuf/instagramSee-through outfits are a favouriteCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHer father Frank played for Chelsea from 1996 to 2001Credit: Instagram @jadeleboeufHe won two FA Cups during his time in West London when Jade was still a kidCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHe was also a World Cup winner with France in 1998, giving him legendary status in his home countryCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufJade is now making her own wayCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeuf More

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    Chelsea’s estranged owners in rare agreement as they make major Stamford Bridge stadium decision

    CHELSEA’S estranged owners are united in their mission to demolish Stamford Bridge.Chairman Todd Boehly has called for solidarity in the boardroom over plans for the club’s cramped stadium.Chelsea’s co-owners Behdad Eghbali and Todd Boehly have put their differences aside to make a decision about the future of Stamford BridgeCredit: GettyThe duo aim to demolish Stamford Bridge and build a new stadiumCredit: GettySunSport can reveal co-owner Behdad Eghbali has put aside his business differences with Boehly to favour a total reconstruction job over redeveloping the existing stadium.American Boehly prefers a complete rebuild of the 40,173 capacity West London ground.He said: “I think we’re going to be building something new.”Stamford Bridge has been the Blues’ home since 1905 and options are so limited that staying put may emerge as the only viable plan.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut a club insider said: “A remodel of Stamford Bridge is impossible. It could only be a full rebuild.“That would mean between five and seven years away — and where could they play?”Chelsea have looked at moving temporarily to Wembley as Tottenham did for nearly two seasons between 2017 and 2019.Nearby Earl’s Court has also been mooted as a possible relocation site as well as the Allianz Stadium at Twickenham, England’s rugby union HQ.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgeChelsea’s board purchased flats behind the West Stand recently but are still stuck in a rut over how to bring their ground up to date.One end backs on to a Tube line and the famous Shed End is bordered by two hotels.Inside Chelsea’s new £1.6BILLION stadium plans with Stamford Bridge project set to rival Tottenham’sOur club source added: “Earl’s Court is one of the few places in the area that has available land but there are multiple organisations with stakes in that.”Dan Silver, board member of the Chelsea Supporters’ Trust, said: “If Stamford Bridge is to be demolished, I hope it is done in a reasonable timeframe. The club needs to increase revenue.” More

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    ‘One day someone is going to die’ – Fans concerned as struggling Uruguay star forced to take OXYGEN 4km above sea level

    FOOTBALL fans were left stunned after seeing a Champions League star need the support of an oxygen mask to breathe during a game 4,000km above sea level.The scenes were an unbelievable sight during a World Cup qualifying clash between Bolivia and Uruguay.Jose Gimenez was seen breathing heavily near the end of Uruguay’s clash with BoliviaHe needed an oxygen maskThe match was being played at a stadium more than 4km above sea levelIn the final few minutes of the game, Atletico Madrid star Jose Gimenez was seen breathing heavily before walking off the pitch to pick up an oxygen mask.The 30-year-old is then seen breathing into the mask to combat the difficult conditions he was playing in at the Villa Ingenio stadium in El Alto.The stadium sits a staggering 13,615 feet or 4.1kilometres above sea level.The Bolivian FA remarkably decided to move to this venue last October to help them qualify for the World Cup in 2026.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBolivia have always been tough to beat at home due to their traditional home, La Paz, sitting 11,940 feet above sea level. But three defeats in five games in World Cup qualifying left them in dire need of a result and prompted the switch to the venue 2,000 feet higher.At the height of the new venue, total air density decreases to around 0.82 grams per litre of which there is only roughly 0.17 grams of oxygen per litre.Less oxygen means more difficulty breathing, which naturally is counterproductive in a sport like football when players are constantly on the move.Most read in SportThe Bolivia clash ended 0-0 with Uruguay defender Gimenez able to complete the match, but fans on social media were disgusted at the risks being taken for the match.One fan on social media said: “One day someone is going to die.”Argentina players celebrate humiliating rivals Brazil in World Cup qualifier A second said: “Crazy!!”A third added: “South American football is something else.”The plan has not exactly gone to plan for Bolivia either, failing to win either game at home since the move. More