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      Dilano van’t Hoff dead aged 18: Rising star tragically dies after accident on Spa race track as F1 chief leads tributes

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      TEENAGE driver Dilano van’t Hoff has tragically died aged 18.The young Dutchman passed away after being involved in an accident at the Spa racing track in Belgium on Saturday morning.
      Dilano van’t Hoff tragically passed away this morning aged 18Credit: Instagram
      The Spa track is also used for Formula 1Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      The track, which is also used for Formula 1, was hosting a Formula Regional European Championship (FRECA) event in treacherous conditions.
      In a statement, FRECA confirmed: “Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine sadly announces the death of MP Motorsport driver Dilano van’t Hoff.
      “The incident happened during Spa-Francorchamps race 2.
      “We want to express our sincere condolences to the family, team and friends.
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      “Royal Automobile Club of Belgium, the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps and SRO Motorsports Group join Alpine and ACI in expressing their sincerest condolences to the driver’s family, team and friends.”
      In a further statement, 24 Hours of Spa wrote: “Everyone associated with the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa is devastated by the news that Formula Regional EU by Alpine driver Dilano van’t Hoff lost his life in an accident during this morning’s race.
      “We express our deepest condolences to his family, friends and MP Motorsport.”
      They also confirmed that a minute’s silence would be held before the race, and that all start-line entertainment had been cancelled.
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      Van’t Hoff was in his second season in FRECA.
      During his rookie campaign he achieved a podium finish in Barcelona.
      A minute’s silence was held prior to today’s Formula 2 action in Austria in tribute to Van’t Hoff.
      F1 chief Stefano Domenicali also paid his respects, saying: “We are so sad to learn of the passing of Dilano van ‘t Hoff today at Spa-Francorchamps.
      “Dilano died in pursuit of his dream to reach the pinnacle of motorsport.
      “Along with the entire motorsport community, our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.”
      Van’t Hoff was in his second season in FRECACredit: Instagram
      Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz added on social media: “Terrible news from Spa. We’ve just learned Dilano Van’t Hoff has passed away after a big accident in Formula Regional.
      “It is an extremely sad day for the entire motorsport family and my thoughts and condolences go to his family and friends.
      “RIP Dilano.”
      Mercedes star George Russell wrote: “I am truly saddened to hear of Dilano’s passing today in Spa.
      “My thoughts are with his family and loved ones.”
      McLaren tweeted: “The McLaren Racing Team are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dilano van ’t Hoff in a Formula Regional race at Spa-Francorchamps today.
      “Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and the entire MP Motorsport team at this difficult time.”
      And Mercedes posted: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Dilano van ‘t Hoff following today’s tragic incident at the Formula Regional European Championship event at Spa.
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      An FIA statement read: “The FIA extends its condolences to the family and friends of Dilano van ‘t Hoff and to the MP Motorsport Team following the incident today during the Formula Regional European Championship event at Spa-Francorchamps.” More

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      Damon Rees dead at 28: Motorbike star passes away after losing battle with medical condition

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      NEW ZEALAND championship motorbike rider Damon Rees has passed away aged 28 after a sudden medical condition.His wife, Talia Rees, had earlier posted a update on his health as she described him “critical but stable” and hailed him as a “warrior” while stating he was “doing an incredible job at fighting this battle.”
      Motorbike racing star Damon Rees has passed away aged 28
      Now she has confirmed that he has passed away and says that he is “now my guardian angel”.
      Confirming the sad news in a post on social media, she wrote: “I am heartbroken. I love you Damon Rees – you are now my guardian angel.”
      Rees competed for two seasons in the National Superstock 1000 Championship after opting to leave New Zealand at the start of 2020.
      The ex-NZ Supersport champion finished eighth in his rookie season and earned his maiden podiums.
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      He then joined Ashcourt Racing alongside Northern Ireland British Supersport rider Lee Johnston to ride a BMW S1000RR the following campaign.Rees stayed with them during the next season but switched to the Supersport class on a Yamaha R6.
      The ace moved to the Carl Cox Motorsport with Uggly & Co by Binch Racing team on a Yamaha in the Supersport series for this season.
      A Binch Racing statement read: “It is with a very heavy heart that we confirm Damo passed away last night.
      “Despite putting up a fight and battling as hard as he could, he was just too poorly.
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      “Damo meant so much to us all at Binch Racing. We are all absolutely devastated.
      “His passion for motorcycle racing was there for all to see but Damo was more to us than just a racer, he was our friend.
      “His dedicated approach to everything he wanted to do, his infectious personality and his wicked sense of humour made his time with us truly unforgettable.
      “We wish to send our condolences, love and support to his amazing wife Talia, all the Rees family and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him back in his native New Zealand.”
      A British Superbike Championship statement read: ““Our thoughts are with the family, friends and team of Damon Rees this morning.
      “He was a popular rider within the paddock since joining the series and he will be sadly missed after losing his fight with an unexpected medical condition.”
      Rees finished 10th in the British Supersport Feature race at Knockhill in Scotland on June 18 after taking eighth in the Sprint encounter a day previously in his final race.
      He died after a ‘sudden medical condition’ as tributes poured in for himCredit: Rex More

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      Max Thompson dead at 66 – Former Liverpool player who was youngest to start for the club passes away

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      A FORMER Liverpool player who was the youngest to start for the club has sadly passed away.Max Thompson has died aged 66 leaving everyone at the club “deeply saddened”.
      Max Thompson has died aged 66Credit: Getty
      The Liverpool-born defender joined the team at just 17 years old where he kept the record for the youngest player until 2010.
      His death was today been confirmed by Liverpool FC in a heartfelt statement.
      They said: “Liverpool FC is deeply saddened by the passing of former player Max Thompson.
      “Thompson, once the Reds’ youngest ever player, has sadly passed away at the age of 66.
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      “The Liverpool-born defender joined the club as an apprentice before being rewarded with a professional contract.
      “At the age of 17 years and 129 days, Thompson was handed his senior debut by Bill Shankly with a start in the final game of the 1973-74 season, a 1-1 draw away at Tottenham Hotspur.
      “That club record would stand until May 2010 when Jack Robinson appeared as a 16-year-old in a Premier League fixture with Hull City.”
      Thompson went on to play for Blackpool in February 1978 before representing other clubs – including Swansea City, AFC Bournemouth and sides in the USA, Portugal and Sweden.
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      After suffering from football related injuries, Thompson returned to Liverpool in the 1990s as a physiotherapist.
      The club added: “The thoughts of everyone at the club are with Max’s family and friends at this difficult time.
      “RIP Max Thompson, 1956-2023.” More

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      Stephane Demol dead at 57: Former World Cup star who was named in all-star 1990 team dies after heart attack

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      BELGIAN football has been plunged into mourning after World Cup star Stephane Demol died aged just 57.The former Anderlecht and Standard Liege defender passed away following a heart attack on Thursday.
      Stephane Demol has passed awayCredit: Getty
      Demol scored in Belgium’s 4-3 win over Russia at the 1986 World Cup finals, helping the Red Devils reach the semi-finals in Mexico.
      He was named in all-star team in 1990 alongside legends like Peter Shilton and Marco van Basten.
      The centre-back also played for Bologna, Porto and Toulouse as well as clubs in Greece and Switzerland.
      He won three league titles with Anderlecht, and the Primeira Liga crown while at Porto.
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      The Brussels club said: “Stephane Demol began his richly-filled football career with us.
      “The former Red Devil has left this life aged 57. We will miss him – rest in peace, Stephane.”
      Porto announced: “He was a defender who also had goals in him.
      “A champion, a Dragon, and one of us.
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      “Farewell, Stephane. Heartfelt condolences to his friends and family.”
      Capped 38 times, Brussels-born Demol had a stint as Belgium’s assistant manager.
      The globe-trotting boss also coached clubs in Belgium, Greece, Cyprus, Thailand and Saudi Arabia.
      He left his last management job, with Saudi outfit Hajer, seven years ago. More

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      Racing driver Douglas Costa and girlfriend both die from mystery illness after taking trip together

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      A RACING driver and his girlfriend have both died from a mystery illness.That’s after taking a trip away together before suffering from fever, pain and red rashes.
      Racing star Douglas Costa and partner Marian Giordano died after becoming ill on a tripCredit: Newsflash
      Costa and Giordano passed away within four hours of each otherCredit: Newsflash
      The pair may have suffered from three diseases after visiting a ‘remote area’Credit: Newsflash
      Race car star Douglas Costa, 42, and dentist partner Mariana Giordano, 36, developed symptoms on June 3 after visiting a “rural area” in Campinas, Brazil, on May 27.
      According to the Epidemiological Surveillance of Jundiai, via Folha UOL, the pair may have contracted dengue, spotted fever or leptospirosis.
      Dengue is transmitted by mosquitos and has several symptoms like headaches and joint pain.
      Spotted fever is a severe febrile disease which leaves spots on the skin.
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      And leptospirosis is an infection which can lead to meningitis and kidney failure.
      Costa was taking part in the AMG Cup Brasil, a Merdeces-Benz event, when he was whisked to a private hospital in Jundiai on June 7.
      Mariana had already been taken to hospital in Sao Paulo two days earlier.
      And both sadly passed away within four hours of each other, with Costa’s death reported to local media on June 8.
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      Tributes have been paid to Costa and MarianaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/douglas.costa125/
      Costa was racing at the Mercedes AMG Cup Brasil when he was taken to hospitalCredit: https://www.instagram.com/douglas.costa125/
      He was buried the following day in Itupeva, while Mariana’s funeral took place in Sao Paulo.
      AMG Cup Brasil said: “To all family members and friends, our deepest condolences. 
      “We know how admirable Douglas was a person and how he will undoubtedly leave a great void in the hearts of everyone who had the honour and pleasure of knowing him.”
      Mariana’s brother Marcio Giordana added: “In the short time that you two were together, you had an intense connection.
      “But given that not everything lasts forever, you left, leaving a huge void in all our hearts. And nothing, not even time, will erase that.
      “[Costa and I] met in Interlagos, we became friends and before I knew it, you became my brother-in-law, and what a brother-in-law you were, a good guy.
      “Thank you for everything, pilot. You will be greatly missed in our race gatherings.”
      A patient of dentist Mariana said: “She always had a new recipe for my pain. She took care of me so well.
      “God must need good, generous people by his side because there is no other explanation.”
      Reports claim the couple visited another area, Camanducaia, on June 3 and 4.

      The City Hall said in a statement: “Considering that the patients visited the district of Monte Verde on the day the symptoms began, it is unlikely that spotted fever was contracted there, due to the incubation period of the disease, which varies from two to 14 days.
      “”Even with the probably contamination originating from outside the district, all necessary epidemiological investigation actions will be carried out to ensure the health of all residents and tourists.” More

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      Who is Gordon McQueen’s wife Yvonne?

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      GORDON MCQUEEN passed away in June 2023 at the age of 70, leaving behind his wife and children.The Manchester United and Leeds United star, born in Scotland, shared his life with wife Yvonne before he passed away following a battle with dementia.
      Yvonne McQueen pictured with her late husband Gordon McQueen and their childrenCredit: Instagram
      Who is Gordon McQueen’s wife Yvonne?
      Football legend Gordon McQueen was married to wife Yvonne, who supported him through his vascular dementia, for most of his life but she largely stays out of the spotlight.
      Since Gordon’s time coaching Middlesborough, the couple had lived in the village of Hutton Rudby, North Yorkshire.
      Following news of Gordon’s death, his family did speak to out to release a public statement.
      The statement read: “We hope that as-well as creating many great football memories he’ll be remembered most for his character. Our house was always full of friends, family and football, just as it was in his last few months as he fought so bravely in what became a very cruel battle against dementia.
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      “The disease may have taken him too soon, but he definitely lived life to the full, the ultimate entertainer, the absolute heart and soul of every occasion, the most fun dad anyone could wish for.”
      The family also expressed a “huge thanks” to the “wonderful staff” at Herriot Hospice Homecare for their care, as well as the “utterly incredible” Marie Curie team who had supported Gordon, Yvonne and their children.
      When did Gordon and Yvonne McQueen get married?
      The exact date of Gordon and Yvonne’s wedding is not known but the couple welcomed their first daughter, Hayley, in 1979.
      Did Gordon and Yvonne McQueen have any children?
      Gordon and Yvonne had a son, Eddie, and two daughters, Hayley and Anna, together.
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      They also shared three grandchildren; Rudi, Etta and Ayla.
      One of their daughters, Hayley, is a presenter on Sky Sports.
      Following her dad’s death, Hayley released an emotional statement where she revealed that McQueen had been bedridden for the months leading up to his passing.
      She also said her father had received visits from former team-mates, who he still recognised despite his condition.
      Posting on Instagram, Hayley said: “Beyond heartbroken to announce we have lost our wonderful dad, I thought when the day came I’d be prepared and feel a sense of relief that he is no longer trying to battle this awful disease but I just feel numb.
      “I’m hoping we can now remember him for the man he was and not the man he became this last few years. We thought we were losing him when home palliative care came to look after him back in December, we were distraught but being the big strong man that he is, battled on for many months.
      “Whilst it’s been unimaginably sad and at times unbearable for my mum who has cared for him at home we’ve had precious time with him whilst this cruel disease and all that comes with it completely took over, he certainly put up a fight. One comfort was he knew all his friends and family right till the end but to watch someone slowly die I wouldn’t wish on anyone.
      “I now want to remember my Dad for the man he was, the ultimate entertainer, the life and soul of every occasion, the greatest storyteller who certainly lived life to the full, he made sure everything was one big adventure and full of so much fun for me Anna and Eddie.
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      “His career gave me one too and I will be forever grateful for him passing on so much of who is and what he loved. Life really won’t be the same without him but he is now at peace.
      She also thanked Sky Sports, saying they had been “incredible throughout” the sad time. More

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      Who was football legend Gordon McQueen?

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      FOOTBALLING legend Gordon McQueen has tragically passed away on Thursday, 15 June.The Scottish icon died at the age of 70, unfortunately leaving behind his wife, son and two daughters.
      Gordon McQueen was a footballing legendCredit: Alamy
      And SunSport will be taking a look into his life.
      Who was football legend Gordon McQueen?
      Born June 26, 1952, Gordon McQueen was raised in Kilbirnie, Scotland.
      McQueen was a goalkeeper as a schoolboy but went on to switch to centre-back.
      The footballing icon was signed by St Mirren at the age of 18 before Leeds offered them £30,000 in 1972 to secure his services.
      And McQueen went on to win the League Championship with Leeds a year later – having an instrumental role in that winning side.
      However, in 1978, Gordon made the shocking switch to Manchester United where he would win the FA Cup with the Red Devils 1983 after beating Brighton.
      But his proudest came at the end of the 1973 season when McQueen was called up to the Scotland squad.
      He gained 30 caps for the Scots, scoring five goals in that time.
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      What did Gordon McQueen do after retiring?
      Gordon McQueen made the transition from player to coach and his first objective was to manage his old club St Mirren.
      However, McQueen opted to join former team-mate Bryan Robson who was appointed the manager of Middlesborough.
      The footballing icon held this position for five years before making the jump to first-team coach.
      But McQueen only spent two years in charge before leaving Teeside in June 2001.
      And he then went on to join Sky Sports as a pundit. More

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      Gints Freimanis dead at 38: Ex-Latvia international dies of cancer as tributes for ‘relentless fighter’ pour in

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      FORMER Latvia star Gints Freimanis has passed away from cancer aged 38.The former right-back died after being diagnosed with skin cancer in October 2021.
      Ex-Latvia international Gints Freimanis has sadly died at 38 after a battle with cancerCredit: Getty
      Freimanis was told he had stage four cancer before undergoing an operation.
      But in January doctors informed him the cancer had spread to his brain.
      Freimanis was still playing professional football at the time before making the decision to retire.
      He said: “Unfortunately, during routine examinations on January 17, metastases in my head were discovered. 
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      “I need your help to continue the treatment. May God have mercy!”
      Freimanis spent almost his entire career playing in Latvia, and most recently starred for Saldus.
      He made one appearance for Irish side St Pat’s in 2009 and also had a brief spell in Germany.
      But Freimanis did clock up 13 appearances for Latvia, scoring one goal.
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      Tributes have now poured in, with the Latvia FA leading the way.
      A statement read: “Gints Freimanis will always be remembered by fans as a relentless fighter on the field who was ready for anything for his team.’
      “At this sad moment, the LFF expresses its deepest condolences to Gint’s family, relatives, friends, colleagues and the entire Latvian football community.”
      Another tribute read: “Thoughts go out to his loved ones and friends.”
      One said: “He has been a great warrior, brave and a hero of European soccer.
      “It has been a tireless work, you were a good sportsman, may he rest in peace, condolences to the family.”
      Another added: “Gints Freimanis will always remain in the memory of the fans as an unyielding fighter on the field, who did not cross the path of any opponent and was ready for anything for the sake of his team.
      “A real working man with high principles of life and radiant goodness.” More