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    Former England star’s son slams ‘f***ing ridiculous’ officials after horror fall weeks before Paris 2024 Olympics

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    ANGRY George Mills blasted officials for not restarting his race when he fell over, raging: It’s a joke.Mills – the son of ex-England full-back Danny – was sent tumbling to the track after just 30 metres of the Emsley Carr Mile.George Mills was one of the victims of a calamitous accident early onHe crashed down spectacularly after two other runners fellMills couldn’t believe no re-run was allowedThe Yorkshireman, 25, crashed into the tumbling Brit Neil Gourley, who had been brought down by mistake by the tripped Dutchman Niels Laros.Both runners argued with staff trackside, saying that the contest should have been stopped there and then due to the episode.Their pleas for a re-run were ignored as Australian Oliver Hoare claimed victory in the 17-man contest in a time of 3:49.03.Mills fumed: “It’s absolutely f***ing ridiculous”.READ MORE TOP STORIES”It was outrageous. We fell down inside 30 metres. Me and Neil.“Literally just before we even turned, there was a fall in front of us and we both tripped over.“I have experienced that before, but I don’t know how they didn’t restart it.“I don’t know how they don’t call it back. Most read in AthleticsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Well, three people go down inside 30 metres, what’s the point? It’s a joke.”The controversy came with the Olympics opening ceremony just six days away.Amazing moment Keely Hodgkinson smashes British record to become sixth fastest woman ever ahead of Paris 2024 OlympicsBut Scotsman Gourley, 29, was more philosophical about the situation, saying: “I wasn’t really bothered by time or anything like that.“I just wanted to come here and test the racing side of things but we fell. “That’s not exactly what I needed. But I’ve got momentum from my other recent races.”George is the son of former England, Man City and Leeds star Danny MillsCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Watch sprinter’s epic fail that leaves fans ‘speechless’ as Brit destroys rivals but eases up too early to finish FOURTH

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      JAKE ODEY-JORDAN suffered an epic fail in the 200m at the European Under-18 Championships on Friday.The British sprinter, 18, competed in the fourth heat in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia.Jake Odey-Jordan learned an important lesson at the European U18 ChampionshipsCredit: X / @EuroAthleticsThe British sprinter slipped from first to fourth after easing up too earlyCredit: X / @EuroAthleticsOdey-Jordan showed his class at the start of the race by storming into a dominant lead.However, a mistake soon saw victory slip away from the teenager.Approaching the finish, Odey-Jordan eased off to save himself for the next stage, only to do so too early.His error allowed three rivals to overtake him, causing the Brit to finish in fourth place.READ MORE ATHLETICS NEWSThe commentator was left stunned, exclaiming: “That was an absolute disaster. He has eased up far, far, far too early as half the field swept past him.”This is going to be a lesson learned the very hard way after what was for 150m a masterful display of sprinting.”Athletics fans were left equally shocked as they reacted to the race on social media, with one writing: “I’m speechless.”Another added: “He won’t do that again.”Most read in AthleticsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third fans also commented: “What just happened?!”As for Odey-Jordan, he vowed to learn from the mistake as he admitted: “It is all right. I mean, it is my fault, so I cannot be sad about anything but myself.Inside Olympics star Alica Schmidt’s glam lifestyleBBC’s Olympics line-up in fullPresenters:Clare BaldingGabby LoganHazel IrvineIsa GuhaJeanette KwakyeJJ ChalmersMark ChapmanStudio guests:Beth TweddleChris HoyDenise LewisFred SirieixJessica Ennis-HillKate Richardson-WalshKatherine GraingerLaura KennyMark FosterMichael JohnsonNicola AdamsRebecca AdlingtonTonia CouchRadio:Adrian ChilesEleanor OldroydKelly CatesMark ChapmanNaga MunchettyTony Livesey”It is what it is. It felt good. It was not the fastest run, but it felt good. For sure, it could have been sub 21. But it is all good though.”I am just out here, it is my first race on this meet. I just tried to get on my legs, nothing hurts me or nothing like that.”Odey-Jordan has emerged as one of Team GB’s most promising young sprinters in 2024.Despite his disappointment in Slovakia, he remains a huge hope for British athletics after his success both indoor and outdoor this year.Odey-Jordan had built a comfortable lead in his 200m heatCredit: X / @EuroAthleticsHe later vowed to learn from the mistake after the raceCredit: X / @EuroAthletics More

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      Meet Molly Caudery, the glam Team GB pole vaulter who doubles up as a model & hopes to take Paris Olympics 2024 by storm

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      BRITISH pole vaulter Molly Caudery is Team GB’s glam gold medal hopeful and model.She came fifth in the World Championships in Budapest last August before winning the World Indoor title in March.Molly Caudery is hoping for Olympic success at Paris 2024Credit: PAShe is the current World Indoor championCredit: RexAway from track and field, she also works as a modelCredit: Instagram molly_caudery
      And she has been snapped up by AdidasCredit: Instagram molly_cauderyThe athlete regularly shares bikini pics with her followers onlineAnd she has a huge following on InstagramCredit: Instagram molly_cauderyMolly dates fellow Team GB star Joel Clarke-KhanMolly, 24, holds the British record for the women’s pole vault, with a best of 4.92m.And after adding a silver at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and a bronze from the 2024 European Athletics Championships to her collection – she is a medal contender at the Olympics.The Cornwall-born beauty puts several hours into training everyday but still finds time for her other passion – modelling.The pole vaulter is signed to W model management and sportswear giants Adidas recently signed Molly up as one of their athletes.READ MORE IN SPORTShe also has a degree in sports science from Loughborough University, a place she has been using as a base as she gets ready for Paris 2024.Molly admits her chance at gold at the Olympics comes as a shock, saying: “Prior to this year, my sights were always set on LA 2028. But things have really snowballed, I’ve built so much confidence.”And the blonde bombshell shows just that to her 280,000 followers on her Instagram page.She has built up an army of fans by posting clips of her gruelling training regime.Most read in AthleticsBBC’s Olympics line-up in fullPresenters:Clare BaldingGabby LoganHazel IrvineIsa GuhaJeanette KwakyeJJ ChalmersMark ChapmanStudio guests:Beth TweddleChris HoyDenise LewisFred SirieixJessica Ennis-HillKate Richardson-WalshKatherine GraingerLaura KennyMark FosterMichael JohnsonNicola AdamsRebecca AdlingtonTonia CouchRadio:Adrian ChilesEleanor OldroydKelly CatesMark ChapmanNaga MunchettyTony LiveseyThere is also plenty of modelling and holidays snaps shared away from the athletics.Additionally, she loves to travel the world from Indonesia to Monaco to Italy, living the life of luxury.The Weirdest Olympic Sports You Never Knew ExistedAway from the track and field, she is dating high jump and Team GB star Joel Clarke-Khan.And just like stunning Molly, he is a model signed up to FORTE Management.Winning gold is her aim and would complete an incredible road to recovery as less than three years ago she virtually lost her finger in a freak accident at home.Molly, who sports a scar on her index finger, said: “I was doing snatching and, as I brought the bar down, my finger caught between where you rack it and the bar.“It was 90 per cent off. It was holding on by the skin on the side. “Three surgeries later, it is all good. But since then, I had two Achilles surgeries, which put me out for almost nine months. “That was a pretty big setback that I managed to come back from.”Molly is from CornwallThe Amalfi coast is one of many places Molly has visitedMolly always makes time for a bikini dayCredit: Instagram molly_cauderyShe studied at Loughborough UniversityMolly loves travelling the worldCredit: Instagram molly_cauderyShe has soaked up the sun in BaliCredit: Instagram molly_cauderyThe athlete lives the life of luxuryCredit: Instagram molly_caudery More

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      Who is Junelle Bromfield? Meet Olympic athlete Noah Lyles’ girlfriend and star of Netflix show Sprint

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      OLYMPIC Sprinter Junelle Bromfield features in the Netflix documentary – Sprint.The documentary follows the lives of top athletes such as Marcell Jacobs, Shericka Jackson and her partner and US sensation, Noah Lyles.Junelle Bromfield of Jamaica competes during the World Athletics Indoor Championships Belgrade 2022Credit: ALAMYMeet Olympic athlete Noah Lyles’ girlfriend and star of Netflix show SprintCredit: InstagramWho is Junelle Bromfield?Junelle Bromfield is a Jamaican athlete born February 8 1998.The 26-year-old competed in the mixed 4 × 400 metres relay event at the 2020 Summer Olympics and won a bronze medal. Junelle is also the girlfriend of record breaking track and field sprinter, Noah Lyles.When and how did Junelle Bromfield and Noah Lyles meet?The celebrity sprinters have been dating for almost two years. The couple shared their one-year anniversary on Instagram in August 2023, with Bromfield captioning her post: “Cheers to 7 years of friendship, 6 months of dating, 1 year of being your partner. And to forever loving you. #1yearanniversary.”It has been reported that the two met online after Junelle messaged the Gainesville sprinter, asking if he’d like to play an online game together. It wasn’t long before the two became inseparable and are often seen rooting for one another on their social media accounts.Most read in AthleticsI won my first gold medal at the 2020 Olympics – this year in Paris I’ll become ‘the fastest Canadian ever’What does Junelle Bromfield do for a living?Junelle Bromfield earns her living as a successful athlete.Junelle famously won the bronze medal in the 4x400m relay race at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Bromfield’s mother, Sandra Farquharson, died in February 2021 from cervical cancer. Despite the tragic loss of her mother Sandra Farquharson, who died in February 2021 from cervical cancer, Junelle has continued to push for more success on the track.Junelle went on to earn a silver medal at the 2022 World Athletics Championships.More recently she secured her spot in the Paris 2024 Olympics after a notable performance at the Jamaican Olympic trials.Olympic Gold medalist Noah Lyles has been in a relationship with Junelle for over a yearCredit: GETTYHow to watch Netflix sprintSprint is now available to stream on Netflix. As of January 2024, Netflix in the UK has four subscription plans with the following monthly prices:Basic without ads: £6.99With ads: £4.99Standard: £10.99Premium: £15.99 More

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      Watch heartbreaking moment Olympic champion falls over and denied place at Paris 2024 – but it’s good news for Team GB

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      KEELY HODGKINSON has received a massive Paris Olympics boost – as her biggest rival will not be there.Three years ago in Tokyo, Athing Mu got the better of the Leigh runner and fellow teenager in the Olympic 800-meter final by just 0.67 seconds.American Track and Field star Athing Mu will miss the 2024 OlympicsCredit: REUTERSMu failed to qualify for Paris 2024 after falling in the first lap of the 800m final during the Track and Field Team TrialsCredit: REUTERSMu’s absence will be good news for Brit Keeley HodgkinsonCredit: SPLASHBut the American, 22, will not defend that crown, watching the race on TV instead after FALLING in the US Olympic trials.The Yanks have a cutthroat system for qualification and the middle-distance star did not secure her passage after being accidentally tripped over 200 metres in Eugene.Mu, who also beat Hodgkinson to world gold on the same track in 2022, choked back tears as her dream was cruelly dashed.She finished last in a nine-woman field she was expected to dominate, coming more than 22 seconds behind the winner Nia Akins.READ MORE ON PARIS 2024An appeal was lodged by her team but her only chance of getting a flight to France will be as part of the 4×400 metres relay squad.There was no gloating or celebrating from the Hodgkinson camp, who say they are “gutted” they cannot face the New Jersey athlete in individual combat.Coach Jenny Meadows – who will oversee Hodgkinson running the 400 metres this weekend at the UK Athletics Championships – said: “We plan the same way.“Keely wants to be at her best and have the skills no matter who she has to face. Most read in AthleticsEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSAthing Mu was overcome with emotionCredit: GETTY”No Olympic title will come easy.“You can only race who is there.Rhasidat Adeleke dedicates European Athletics Championship silver medal to her mother”Any Olympic champs will always be a stern test. But we wish Athing was there, of course.”Mu’s coach Bobby Kersee told AP: “I’ve coached it, I’ve preached it, I’ve watched it.“And here’s another indication that regardless of how good we are, we can leave some better athletes home than other countries have.”It’s part of our American way.” More

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      World’s sexiest athlete Alica Schmidt flaunts toned abs as she arrives in Rome for European Championships

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      ALICA SCHMIDT showed fans an inside peek of her Olympics preparation with a trip to Rome, Italy.The German, dubbed the “world’s sexiest athlete”, qualified for the 4x400m relay event at the Paris games last month.Alica Schmidt revealed her Olympics prep with a trip to Rome, ItalyCredit: InstagramSchmidt showed off her toned abs while next to some statuesCredit: InstagramThe German has been dubbed the ‘world’s sexiest athlete’Credit: GettySchmidt is set to make her debut at the Paris games after qualifying last monthCredit: ReutersSchmidt, 25, travelled with Germany to Tokyo for the 2020 Olympic games but ultimately did not compete.But this time around she is hoping to make her full debut.And she is looking to ensure she does well by making sure she is sharp.Schmidt is looking to do this by warming up in the Italian capital.READ MORE ON ALICA SCHMIDTShe shared a pair of photos to her Instagram flaunting her toned abs while standing by some statues.Schmidt captioned her post: “Arrived safely in Rome 🇮🇹❤️ I‘m running on Tuesday at my second European champs with the 4×4 relay💪🏼”I‘m so excited to compete in this beautiful stadium and give it my all❤️‍🔥”At the 2022 European Championship she finished fifth in the 4x400m relay.Most read in AthleticsSchmidt has 5.1 million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @alicasmdShe recently revealed how she earns £611 a month as an athleteCredit: SportsfileIn February, she won the National Indoor Championships in the 4x200m relay.She has had success both on and off the track, and she has gathered a captivated follower count of 5.1 million on Instagram.World’s sexiest athlete Alica Schmidt takes fans inside day in the life on road to Olympics 2024 with amazing breakfastIn late May the glam athlete met Will Smith and Martin Lawrence at the European premiere of Bad Boys: Ride Or Die.Schmidt also revealed last month how she earns £611 a month as a pro athlete.But her social media exploits have ensured she is not short of cash, even allowing her to turn down a six-figure sponsorship deal.SEE MORE OF ALICA SCHMIDT’S GLAMOROUS LIFE…Schmidt is one of Germany’s top athletesCredit: GettyShe competes in track and field for her countryCredit: GettySchmidt was part of the relay squad for the Tokyo Olympic Games but didn’t competeCredit: ReutersSchmidt has acquired a cult following onlineShe has five million Instagram followersCredit: alicasmd/InstagramThe German is very particular about working with brands More

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      British sprinter Dina Asher-Smith wins 100m European gold to claim first major title for FIVE YEARS

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      GOLDEN GIRL Dina Asher-Smith warmed up for the Paris Olympics by becoming Champion of Europe and ending a five-year drought.The Londoner, 28, recaptured the women’s 100 metres crown on night three of the European Athletics Championships at Rome’s Stadio Olimpico.Dina Asher-Smith is the European championCredit: ReutersThe Team GB star recaptured the women’s 100m crownCredit: ReutersShe edged out her rivals in the perfect warm-up for the OlympicsCredit: EPAAmy Hunt, 22, came seventh with a time of 11.15 secondsCredit: GettyThe former world 200 metres champion was the best continental runner in 2018 but could not repeat the trick two years ago when she pulled up in the final.Last night’s triumph on Italian soil is the perfect remedy as she tries to take on the incredible Americans and Jamaicans at the Paris Olympics.After a false start caused by another runner, Asher-Smith overcame a sluggish start to power through in 10.99 seconds – the only woman to dip under 11 seconds.The 28-year-old split with long-term coach John Blackie after the last World Championships in Budapest and has been based in Austin, Texas over the last winter.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThere is still a long way to go if she wants to be seriously competitive in Paris but winning golds is always a wonderful pick-me-up – especially when it’s your first major title for five years.She said: “That’s not normally my style of race, but I didn’t panic in my running, even if my head was a different story.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“I really wanted to come here and win and showcase what we are working on.“I’m just really happy.”Most read in AthleticsPlay Home Games and guess which sporting icon lived in this dream mansionAmy Hunt, 22, continues her development on the international stage by coming seventh in 11.15 seconds.Jemma Reekie, 26, led for most of the women’s 1500 metres final and was the pre-race favourite given her qualifying form.But down the home straight it all fell apart for the Scotswoman and she faded out to fifth place as Irishwoman Ciara Mageean pushed through the gap to take gold in 4:04.66.Amateur athlete Georgia Bell – who is a full-time cyber security software expert – won silver in 4:05.33 on her GB outdoors debut.Lizzie Bird initially took bronze in the women’s 3,000 metres steeplechase in a time of 9:18.39.But she was upgraded to silver when the French winner Alice Finot was retrospectively disqualified for an infringement.Elsewhere, four British runners collectively won team gold in the women’s half marathon.And Calli Hauger-Thackery (1:08:58) celebrated individual bronze.Top 20 UK sporting moments of the 21st century, voted by fans
      1.  Sir Andy Murray winning Wimbledon in 20132. Jonny Wilkinson’s last-minute drop goal for England against Australia to win the 2003 World Cup3. The Lionesses winning the Women’s Euros in 20224. Leicester City winning the Premier League in 2015/165. Sir Mo Farah’s double gold at the 2012 Olympics – 5,000m and 10,000m6. Sir Steve Redgrave winning his fifth consecutive Olympic rowing golds in 20007. ‘The Miracle of Istanbul’ – Liverpool’s comeback from 3-0 down to win the Champions League against AC Milan in 20058.  England winning the Ashes in 20059.  England’s Cricket ODI World Cup win in 201910. David Beckham’s last-minute free-kick against Greece in 2001 to secure England’s qualification for the 2002 World Cup11. Manchester City FC’s men’s team completing a historic treble in 2023 (winning the FA Cup, Premier League, and Champion’s League)12.  Sir Chris Hoy’s triple gold at the 2008 Olympics in track cycling13. Sir Lewis Hamilton winning his seventh Formula 1 championship in 202114. Emma Raducanu winning US Open title in 202115. Dame Kelly Holmes’ double gold at the 2004 Olympics for the 800m and 1500m races16. Ben Stokes’ Ashes-saving 135 not out at Headingly in 201917. Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill’s heptathlon gold at the 2012 Olympics18. Sir Bradley Wiggins’ Tour de France victory in 201219.  Ronnie O’Sullivan winning with seventh snooker World Championship in 202220.  Paula Radcliffe’s marathon world record in 2003 More

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      Son of former Premier League and England star wins silver in European Athletics Championships but REFUSES to celebrate

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      FORMER England and Leeds United star Danny Mills watched on as his son won silver at the European Athletics Championships last night.George Mills made his own mark on sport as he put on an impressive performance in Rome to win his first major medal with silver in the 5,000 metres.George Mills won silver at the European Athletic ChampionshipsCredit: GettyMills took second place in the men’s 5000m raceCredit: SportsfileGeorge Mills is the son of former England star Danny MillsCredit: GettyThe 25-year-old pushed world champion Jakob Ingebrigsten all the way, falling behind just before the final lap of the track.But despite picking up silver and finishing just over a second behind Ingesbristen, Mills chose not to celebrate his superb achievement.Instead the Yorkshireman kept full focus on the future.He said: “No celebration. Nothing at all. It’s mid-season, the season finishes mid-September.”READ MORE IN SPORTHe added: “Running is what I love. I’ll enjoy going for a run on Sunday doing my next session. I think if you’re celebrating mid-season, it’s a bit weird.”Mills Jr will have his eyes firmly set on the British Olympic trials at the end of the month as he looks to earn a spot on Team GB for the Paris games.Dad Danny praised his son as “one of the most dedicated athletes I know” after cheering him on from the stands of the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.And there was a full circle moment for the 19-time England international who had twice warmed the bench in the iconic stadium when Leeds played their in the Uefa Cup and Champions League back in 2000.Most read in AthleticsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBoth times Mills, now 47, was an unused substitute.After his son’s silver display, he joked: “I sat on the bench twice for Leeds United here and warmed up on the track.Can you work out which sports star lives in this dream countryside mansion?”So we’ve now both run on this track, but he was a bit more successful than me! We’re a very proud family this evening.”George Mills was Britain’s second medal winner of the night as Romell Glave took home bronze for his efforts in the men’s 100m sprint.Mills played in the Premier League with sides such as Leeds and Man CityCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe was also capped 19 times for EnglandCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Moment race walker gets pipped by rival after celebrating before finish line as commentator gasps ‘I can’t believe it’

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      A RACE WALKER got a step ahead of herself – before embarrassingly being pipped on the line.Laura Garcia-Caro thought he was about to win bronze in the women’s 20km race walk at the European Athletics Championships in Rome.Laura Garcia Caro thought she was about to win a bronze medal in the European Athletics ChampionshipsCredit: GettyHer premature celebrations were cut short by Ukrainian Lyudmyla OlyanovskaCredit: GettyGarcia Caro missed out on bronze in the 20km race walkCredit: GettyShe headed into the final 400m around the track inside the stadium with a good lead in third – so much so that she was handed a Spanish flag.So just as she approached the finish line, Garcia-Caro punched the air in delight with a beaming smile and even stuck her tongue out on the brink of her first major athletics medal.But the 29-year-old had absolutely no idea Lyudmyla Olyanovska was right on her tail after closing the gap on the home straight.And with five metres to go of the 20,000, the Ukrainian managed to pull alongside her celebrating rival in dramatic scenes.READ MORE ON SPORTGarcia-Caro’s face suddenly dropped from one of sheer delight to one of utter horror and dismay as it became clear what was unfolding.Olyanovska had all the momentum and speed and managed to overtake just two metres from the finish line.Garcia-Caro did not have any time to react and was left bewildered by the comeback and sheepish from her blunder that meant she came fourth. The BBC Sport commentator called the action: “Oh my word, she’s been caught. I can’t believe it. Most read in AthleticsBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I cannot believe it.”No warning, too much noise in the arena, nobody could tell her, ‘Watch out, watch out.’Inside Team GB star Molly Caudery’s glam lifestyle as she aims for Olympic gold”And she was caught literally two or three strides from the line, in fact she’d started celebrating arms in the air.”Incredibly, both Olyanovska and Garcia-Caro crossed the line after 20km of walking in official times of 1:28.48 – 40 seconds behind winner Italian Antonella Palmisano.But it was clear the Spaniard had been beaten to bronze and said: “I was really tired on the last lap. I did my best.”Plenty of fans chipped in with brilliant responses to the chaos.One said: “Never celebrate too early😂”Another wrote: “Lesson of the day: don’t get cocky until you’ve actually got the result.”A third added: “She’s got the flag and everything!! Silly girl 🤣”A fourth commented: “Absolutely love it when this happens.”And a final user replied: “And now she’s a meme, what a consolation prize.”And bronze-medallist Olyanovska – who served a four-year doping ban from 2015 to 2019 – said: “Today is a happy day for me winning this bronze medal.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The most important thing is that I need to say big thank you to my mother, and my father and the whole of Ukraine. It is a very emotional moment for me.”Of course, I was tired in the last kilometre and last metres, but I wanted to win this medal for my country so much.”The Spaniard had her arm up in celebration five metres before the lineCredit: X @BBCSportHer face dropped when her rival overtook in the final momentsCredit: X @BBCSportThe pair crossed the line with the same official timeCredit: GettyFans said the Spaniard should now have learnt her lesson the hard wayCredit: Getty More