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      Esteban Ocon will LEAVE Alpine at end of F1 season after he was attacked over controversial crash with team-mate

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      ALPINE have announced that driver Esteban Ocon will leave the team.The Frenchman is set to depart at the end of the 2024 F1 season.Esteban Ocon will leave Alpine at the end of the seasonCredit: RexThe announcement comes days after he crashed with team-mate Pierre GaslyOcon, 27, sees his his contract expire with his spot on the grid next year in jeopardy. He became an Alpine driver four years ago and made history as their first driver to ever win a race.His shock victory came at the Hungarian Grand Prix in 2021.Ocon also earned podium finishes at the Bahrain GP in 2020 and at the 2023 Monaco GP.READ MORE IN F1His departure comes soon after he crashed into team-mate Pierre Gasly during this year’s race around the Principality.Ocon was given a five-place grid penalty at the upcoming Montreal GP for the first round collision.He has since received abuse online, which left him “saddened”. On his departure, Ocon said: “It’s been a significant period of my life to be racing at this team in Formula One. Most read in Motorsport”While I’ve been here for five years as a full-time racing driver, my professional career started at Enstone back when I was a teenager, so it will always be a special place for me.”We have had some great moments together, some tough moments as well, and I am certainly grateful to everyone at the team for these memorable times. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSF1 drivers on the move
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      “I will announce my plans very soon but, in the meantime, my full focus is on delivering on track for this team and having a successful remainder of the season.”Team Principal Bruno Famin said: “We would like to firstly thank Esteban for his commitment to the team for the past five years. The richest Wags in F1 revealed with some earning thousands from Instagram”During his time, we have celebrated some fantastic moments together, the best of which coming at the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix with a memorable race win.“We still have 16 races to complete in 2024 together with a clear objective: to continue to work tirelessly as a team to push for the best on-track results. “We wish Esteban the very best for the next chapter of his driving career when that moment comes.”Gasly and Ocon have endured a strained relationship at AlpineCredit: Getty More

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      F1 star Lewis Hamilton reveals he peed himself MID-RACE during Singapore GP

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has revealed he once peed himself during a race.The Formula One veteran, 39, has taken part in 340 races but only ever peed himself once – during the Singapore Grand Prix a few years ago.Lewis Hamilton revealed he once peed himself during a raceCredit: YouTube/First We FeastDrivers are often forced to relieve themselves during races after taking on plenty of fluid ahead of the race.But Hamilton revealed he is often unable to pee himself, even if he feels discomfort from having a full bladder.During an appearance on Hot Ones, the seven-time world champion said: “I just can’t bring myself to pee myself.”I have once. It was Singapore, oh god. It was two or three years ago. The safety car came out and I was behind the safety car and I was like ‘I’m dying’.READ MORE ON F1″And honestly when your bladder is full, with the G-force you’re pulling it’s the most uncomfortable, it’s really, really uncomfortable you just can’t focus on your job.”I remember trying to go and I really had to force it. It’s really hard, but luckily I haven’t had to do it – only once.”Hamilton said he often loses up to 500ml of fluid during a race – but still does not use his water bottle inside the car.Other F1 drivers have admitted they have also peed themselves mid-race, including Red Bull star Sergio Perez.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHis team-mate Max Verstappen once said he came close, while Fernando Alonso has found himself in a similar position to Hamilton – wanting to pee but being unable to.Hamilton once revealed Michael Schumacher regularly peed himself, saying: “The driver that used to drive for the team, was Michael Schumacher, I don’t know if anyone’s heard of him, but legend racing driver, but my mechanics told me he peed every single time he was in the car.”Lewis Hamilton forced to apologise live on TV for huge blunder after causing mayhem at Miami Grand PrixInside track on Hamilton’s lifeLEWIS HAMILTON has driven his way into pole position as Formula One’s most prolific winner. More

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      Isle of Man TT 2024 prize money: How much can riders win as they chase glory in the Irish Sea

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      THE Isle of Man TT is back THIS WEEKEND as hundreds of riders descend on the Irish Sea with plenty of riches on offer.The race – considered one of the world’s most dangerous and deadly – offers thrilling twists and turns at over 120mph on public roads.The Isle of Man is back with riders battling for glory and richesCredit: PACEMAKER PRESSWhat is the prize money for the Isle of Man TT?The overall prize pot comes in at £243,400 between the six races.The Senior TT is the big race with £25,000 going to the winner from an overall prize pot of £84,500.The Superbike TT has an overall prize pot of £62k and the Supersport TT offers £30,400 to be shared.Both the Superstock TT and Sidecar TT offer £23,500 to be shared, while the Supertwin TT has the smallest prize fund with £19,500.The overall breakdown can be found below:Senior TT prize money1) £25,0002) £15,0003) £10,0004) £7,0005) £5,0006) £4,0007) £3,0008) £2,5009) £2,00010) £1,50011) £1,40012) £1,30013) £1,20014) £1,10015) £1,00016) £90017) £80018) £70019) £60020) £500Superbike TT prize money1) £20,0002) £12,0003) £7,5004) £5,0005) £4,0006) £3,0007) £2,5008) £2,0009) £1,50010) £1,00011) £90012) £80013) £70014) £60015) £500Supersport TT prize money1) £10,0002) £6,0003) £3.0004) £2,5005) £2,0006) £1,5007) £1,0008) £9009) £80010) £70011) £60012) £50013) £40014) £30015) £200Superstock TT prize money1) £8,0002) £6,0003) £3.0004) £2,0005) £1,0006) £9007) £8008) £7009) £60010) £500Sidecar TT prize money1) £8,0002) £6,0003) £3.0004) £2,0005) £1,0006) £9007) £8008) £7009) £60010) £500Supertwin TT prize money1) £6,0002) £4,0003) £3.0004) £2,0005) £1,0006) £9007) £8008) £7009) £60010) £500When is the Isle of Man TT?Qualifying for the Isle of Man TT started on May 27 with the first race to take place on Saturday, June 1.The event then runs until Saturday, June 8, where the showpiece Senior TT is decided. Roads close from 10am on the Isle of Man with different races taking place throughout the day.Read our full schedule for the Isle of Man TT.How can I watch the Isle of Man TT?Every race from the Isle of Man TT 2024 can be watched live via the TT+ Live Pass, which also has interviews, behind-the-scenes action and other features.It costs £19.99 to purchase and can then be live streamed through a TV and other devices.There will be no live TV coverage of the event but ITV4 has a nightly highlights show at 9pm from Friday, May 31 until the final race day on June 8. More

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      Isle of Man TT 2024: Schedule, start times, results, TV channel and live stream as ‘world’s most dangerous race’ returns

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      IT IS dubbed by many as the ‘world’s most dangerous race’.Hundreds of people have died in the race’s history as motorbikes thunder around winding country lanes at 120mph.The Isle of Man TT is back for another year of incredible racingCredit: PACEMAKER PRESSIt was part of the Motorcycle Grand Prix World Championship – now MotoGP – for 27 years before being scrapped due to safety concerns and continues to face consistent calls that it should be scrapped. It can only be the Isle of Man TT, which returns THIS WEEKEND for its 103rd edition.What is the Isle of Man TT?The annual racing event had its first race in 1907 and has been held on the Isle of Man almost every year since.The event consists of a number of time trial races on public roads that are closed over a two week period – the first week for practice and qualifying and the second for racing.There are currently six classes of races – the Senior TT, Supersport TT, Superbike TT, Superstock TT, Supertwin TT and Sidecar TT.The Senior TT is the showpiece event and has run continuously since 1909.The Isle of Man TT is open to all riders from any country as long they have a valid National Entrants or FIM Sponsors Licence for Road Racing, plus a driver’s licence.The event has only been cancelled because of World War I (1915-1919) and World War II (1940-1946) and just three times since 1947 – because of the foot and mouth outbreak in 2001 and in 2020 and 2021 because of Covid-19.The ‘TT’ in Isle of Man TT actually stands for Tourist Trophy rather than Time Trial, as many believe.Isle of Man TT schedule & resultsRace Day 1 – Saturday, June 1
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Superbike/Superstock qualifying (2 laps)
      12pm – 40 Years of Arai at the TT Parade (1 lap)
      1.30pm – Supersport TT race 1 (4 laps)
      4pm – Sidecar TT race 1 (3 laps)
      Race Day 2 – Sunday, June 2
      11.30am – Mountain Road closes
      12.30pm – All roads close
      1.30pm – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      2.40pm – Superbike TT race (6 laps)
      Race Day 3 – Tuesday, June 4
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      10.50am – Sidecar Shakedown (1 lap)
      11.45am – Superstock TT race 1 (3 laps)
      2pm – Supertwin TT race 1 (3 laps)
      Race Day 4 – Wednesday, June 5
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      11.45am – Sidecar TT race 2 (3 laps)
      2pm – Supersport TT race 2 (4 laps)
      Race Day 5 – Friday, June 7
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      11.45am – Superstock TT race 2 (3 laps)
      2pm – Supertwin TT race 2 (3 laps)
      Race Day 6 – Saturday, June 8
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      11.45am – Senior TT race (6 laps)
      How can I watch the Isle of Man TT?The 2024 Isle of Man TT is not being broadcast on live TV.Instead, those who want to watch the race as it happens need to purchase the TT+ Live Pass, which costs £19.99 to cover the qualification and all races.The TT+ Live Pass can then be streamed through a TV, smartphone, laptop or tablet and also includes analysis, interviews and other features.ITV4 will have a nightly highlights show at 9pm from Friday, May 31 until the final race day on June 8.What is the prize money for the Isle of Man TT?The six races of the Isle of Man TT have a combined pot of £243,400 – the Senior TT race is the most lucrative of the annual event, with a total prize pot of £84,500 and £25,000 going to the winner.The Superbike TT race has a shared prize pot of £62,000, while the Supersport TT offers a combined prize pot of £30,400.Both the Superstock TT and Sidecar TT earns riders a share of £23,500, while the Supertwin TT will offer a total pot of £19,500.The full Isle of Man TT prize money breakdown can be found here.Who has won the most races at the Isle of Man TT?Joey Dunlop is the current overall race leader with 26 wins to his name at the event. Dunlop, who died aged 48 after crashing during a race in Estonia, has a statue on the island and the Joey Dunlop Cup is named after him and awarded to the most successful rider at the event each year.Michael Dunlop is chasing his uncle Joey’s record for winsCredit: PacemakerDunlop was voted as Northern Ireland’s greatest-ever sports star in 2015 and his funeral was attended by more than 50,000.He could be caught – and even overtaken – by his nephew this year, with Michael Dunlop currently sitting on 25 overall wins.The 35-year-old star is one of the hot favourites to win multiple races again this year, having won four last year and setting two course records.How many people have died at the Isle of Man TT?The Isle of Man TT is known as one of the most dangerous event in sport for good reason.Riders race around public roads at 120mph, surrounded by brick walls, telephone polls and houses. Since 1937, the only year in which there has NOT been a fatality is 1982.A total of 280 people – riders, officials and fans – have died, with 156 of those riders during the actual Isle of Man TT.Extend that to the Manx Grand Prix, usually held in August, the total reaches 269.Another ten officials have died, the most recent in 2006, while six spectators have also died, including two in 2007.Three people died last year (one in the main TT and two in the Manx Grand Prix), while 2022 was the joint-deadliest year ever.Six riders died that year, the same as in 1970. More

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      How many deaths have there been at the Isle of Man TT?

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      THE Isle of Man TT is once again set to take the nation by storm.Motorsport fans converge on the tiny Island between England and Ireland as the world’s most daring road racers gather to take on the “Mountain Course”.The Isle of Man TT has claimed the lives of many racersCredit: PacemakerIt has been run 102 times since the inaugural event in 1907 before moving to the Mountain Course in 1911.However, the 37.73 mile course – carved out of the Island’s public roads – is a cruel and unforgiving mistress. It has claimed the lives of many drivers since the event’s beginnings back in 1907.But who was the first and how many have there been?How many deaths have there been at the Isle of Man TT?In total, there have been 269 rider fatalities across all the events, including the TT’s sister event, the Manx Grand Prix usually held in August.A staggering 156 of these have come during the June TT event.As many as 207 riders and non-racers from the UK have lost their lives at the Isle of Man TT.The first recorded rider ever killed at the event was Englishman Victor Surridge at Glen Helen during practice for the in 1911 race.It was an omen of things to come, as Englishman Frank R Bateman was the first racer killed during the Senior TT event in 1913 at Creg-ny-Baa.Fred Walker at St Ninian’s Crossroads was the first Irish rider to die in the event in 1914.Following the First World War, the race returned with a new name: “Isle of Man Tourist Trophy” and new safety regulations making it compulsory for riders to wear helmets.Ned Brew was the first Isle of Man native to be killed in 1923.In 1939, German national Karl Gall became the first rider outside of the United Kingdom to be killed.The deadliest year for the event came in 2005, when 11 people died.Three drivers and one marshall had been killed during the June race, before six riders and one course bystander died during the Manx Grand Prix in August/September of that year.Even more people have died since 2020, with nine racers losing their lives in the 2022 and 2023 events.In fact, 2023 was the joint-deadliest year for the main event, with six deaths – the highest number since 1970.Riders from as far away as Japan, South Africa, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Malawi), Australia and New Zealand have been killed.Ian Bainbridge was the most recent driver to be killed at the Isle of Man after crashing into a garden wall at the Manx Grand Prix last August.There have also been another 16 fatalities involving officials and spectators, the most recent of which came in 2007 when two men died after a rider, Marc Ramsbotham, crashed. More

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      Major sporting event CANCELLED after extreme weather conditions left contestants’ ‘throats burning’

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      MOTOGP have cancelled the Indian Grand Prix after extreme weather caused problems at last year’s race.The event at Buddh International Circuit was scheduled to take place in September.The Indian Moto GP race has been cancelled due to concerns over the weatherCredit: GettyBut it has now been postponed until early 2025 due to “operational considerations”.Instead, MotoGP is likely to travel to Kazakhstan for the weekend of September 20-22.The Kazakhstan Grand Prix had been due to take place at Almaty’s Sokol International Racetrack from June 14-16 but unprecedented bad weather and flooding across Central Asia sparked a national emergency.MotoGP have held discussions with Government of Uttar Pradesh and over a return to the Buddh International Circuit when weather conditions will be safer for riders and spectators.READ MORE IN SPORTA statement from race organisers Dorna read: “Following advice from the Government of Uttar Pradesh as the state continues its long-term commitment to MotoGP, the sport will return to Buddh International Circuit in March 2025, when weather conditions are expected to be optimal for spectators and riders alike.”Last year’s race was shortened by a few laps because of the hot conditions.Drivers including champion Francesco Bagnaia complained their “throats were burning”.He said: “The race is at 3.30 p.m., and it is going to be very, very hot and could be a problem with the rear tyre with over-temperature. The most demanding thing will be the heat. Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 “On the back straight, you feel your throat and legs burning. In my case, it was quite demanding, and we must prepare for everything.”Temperatures over 40 degrees Celsius were recorded at the Indian race last year.F1 reporter dragged away live on Sky Sports in middle of grid interview with Max Verstappen before Emilia-Romagna GP More

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      World’s sexiest tennis star ‘sings Lewis Hamilton a sad pop song’ as she stuns in elegant outfit after F1 Monaco GP

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      MARIA SHARAPOVA stunned in an elegant outfit while she “sang a sad pop song” with Lewis Hamilton.The world’s sexiest tennis ace and the F1 star were pictured together speaking on a panel at the Monaco GP.Maria Sharapova joked that she had been pictured ‘singing Lewis Hamilton a sad pop song’Credit: https://www.instagram.com/mariasharapova/Sharapova was in Monaco for the iconic Grand PrixCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mariasharapova/She was dubbed the world’s sexiest tennis player throughout her careerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/mariasharapova/Sharapova, 37, shared the picture on her Instagram account along with a few more snaps of her trip.In the pictures she was wearing an stunning red dress made by Stella McCartney.On the snap of the two of them together, she joked that it looked like they were signing a “sad pop song”.She captioned the post: “A few more from Monaco…🏁READ MORE F1 NEWS”Just singing a sad pop song with Lewis Hamilton.”And a hot red @stellamccartney number.”Sharapova is a huge F1 fan and has been a long-time friend of the future Ferrari driver.Her 4.6million followers loved the snaps as they flooded the comment section.Most read in MotorsportOne posted: “Gorgeous in red.”A second commented: “Meeting of the GOATs of their respective sports.”Lewis Hamilton grimaces as he ‘eats a dog biscuit’ in NFL schedule release video for team F1 star part ownsA third wrote: “So much talent in this picture!”A fourth said: “Queen. I would love to hear you sing, though.”Another added: “Maria is definitely singing a Kylie Minogue ballad to Lewis.”The 37-year-old retired in 2020 after claiming over £30million in career prize money.She had even been dubbed the “world’s sexiest tennis star” during her career.Sharapova has since regularly shown off her bold outfit choices on social media to the delight of her 4.6million Instagram followers.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe wowed fans earlier this month with a “fairy tale” dress at the Met Gala in New York.Meanwhile, Sharapova also rocked another bold outfit on a recent awards show red carpet as she turned heads at the event.Sharapova is a big F1 fanCredit: SplashAnd she loves to spend time on the catwalkCredit: RexShe has built up a huge online followingCredit: SplashThe tennis star has 4.6million followers on InstagramCredit: Rex🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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      Three ways F1 can fix major Monaco GP problem after Sunday’s dreadful procession… including SMALLER CARS

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      FORMULA ONE has a sizable problem and it’s called the Monaco Grand Prix.While MotoGP basked in yet another epic race and the Indy 500 sprint to the line was heart-in-the-mouth stuff, Sunday’s F1 procession in Monte Carlo was dreadful.The Monte Carlo Grand Prix was a processionCredit: GettyI always say that you know it has been a decent race when you hear people in public talking about the weekend’s action.As I queued for my flight home at Nice Airport, the discussion among fellow passengers is usually all about where people watched the race, but yesterday all I heard were moans and groans.Take nothing away from Charles Leclerc and his maiden win in his home race, but F1 has a problem when the leading driver is told to “slow down” to save his tyres.It was also the first time in F1 history that the top 10 cars all finished in the same order they started.READ MORE ON MOTORSPORTIn total there were two overtakes. TWO.Yes, you can argue this was a result of the first-lap accident involving Sergio Perez that saw the race stopped and all the leading drivers change on to the hard tyre, however, when the world’s eyes are on it, the sport simply cannot afford to have a situation where it is made to look so silly.So what can be done? There are a number of options.The preferred choice would be to have smaller cars.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe current models are too wide and heavy that overtaking is not possible on such a narrow circuit.But given Monaco is unique, perhaps another element would be a bespoke set of tyre compounds which force teams to make more frequent pitstops.Monaco Grand Prix narrowly avoids catastrophe after devastating F2 near miss leaves Oliver Bearman stunnedIt would certainly liven up the strategy side of things, but that all feels someone manufactured and a case of simply papering over the cracks.Another option is to change the circuit.This was suggested by Red Bull boss Christian Horner, who pointed out that the Principality is reclaiming land from the sea and should consider ways of expanding the track.He said: “It’s something that we should collectively have a look at. It’s not racing as such when you’re just driving around three or four seconds off the pace because the other car hasn’t got any chance of overtaking.”Monaco is such a great place to come racing. But the cars are so big now that we just need to look at ‘can we do something that introduces an overtaking area’ or at least the potential of an overtake.”Monaco keeps reclaiming land! It’s such a great place, so much history here, but everything evolves.”The cars are so big now, if you compare them to cars of ten years ago they’re almost twice the size.”And finally, the other option of smaller cars, alternative tyres and an improved track aren’t viable – then let’s bin it altogether.There are no shortages of venues queuing up to host F1 races and, judging by the comments of my fellow passengers, there is a feeling that Monaco is no longer fit for purpose.Pizza was the secret for the victorious Charles LeclercCredit: RexCHARLES LECLERC said he treated himself to a pizza on the eve of breaking his Monaco duck, so perhaps he should stick to it more often.After his victory, he said: “I ate like crazy on Saturday night. I actually got in late at home and it was too late to couldn’t cook, so I ordered my favourite pizza.”It’s not the best preparation to race normally, but I was like, ‘OK, maybe mentally it will help me to take the pressure off a little bit’. And yeah, that’s it. I slept really well.”When asked what pizza he went for, he added: “Pizza Margherita with prosciutto crudo. Never pineapple.”Bagnaia made up for an earlier error to win in BarcelonaCredit: RexRED BULL will total up the cost of Sergio Perez’s huge crash in Monaco, which miraculously saw him escape with just a grazed arm.The first lap shunt sent F1 photographers scrambling for cover, as the wreckage was flung in their direction.Fortunately nobody was seriously hurt, although one casualty is the gearbox on Perez’s car, which was competing in its final GP before being replaced and had been christened ‘Donna’ by the team’s mechanics.Perez’s car, and gearbox, is no moreCredit: RexFRANCESCO BAGNAIA won a thrilling Gran Premi Monster Energy de Catalunya at Barcelona. The MotoGP world champion made an error during the Saturday sprint race but made amends on Sunday. Meanwhile, Marc Marquez continued to enjoy his revival by taking third place, despite starting P14 on the grid. The Gresini Racing rider now has three podiums in a row.READ MORE SUN STORIESNewgarden won a thrilling Indy 500Credit: GettyJOSEF NEWGARDEN won the Indy 500 with a last lap overtake on McLaren’s Pato O’Ward.Newgarden is the first back-to-back winner of the Indy 500 since Helio Castroneves 22 years ago and gave Roger Penske a 20th win in the famous race.SUNSPORT’S TRANSFER NEWS LIVESTAY in the know this summer with The Sun’s transfer experts.
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