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      Jake Paul and Eddie Hearn heading back to court to settle their $100m defamation lawsuit after years-long stand-off

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      JAKE Paul and Eddie Hearn are working to settle their $100 million lawsuit with a new hearing scheduled for next month – after the YouTuber’s big fight with Mike Tyson. British promoter Hearn and Matchroom Boxing first filed a lawsuit in a New York court against Paul in September 2022.Jake Paul looks on during their cruiserweight fight against Mike Perry at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FloridaCredit: GettyBritish boxing promoter Eddie Hearn speaks during a press conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in MayCredit: EPAMike Tyson and Jake Paul face off during a news conference, ahead of their big fightCredit: ReutersThe legal complaint came after Paul criticized boxing judge Glenn Feldman in an interview with iFL TV, regarding the scoring of two prior matches.They included an April 2022 bout between Katie Taylor andAmanda Serrano in New York; and an August 2022 bout between Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia.Feldman scored in favor of boxers Joshua and Taylor.”Clearly [Glenn Feldman] is getting paid money by Matchroom Boxing,” Paul said. “It’s just so blatantly obvious and they’re not even trying to hide it.”Eddie Hearn is the chairman of Matchroom Sport, a company founded by his father, Barry.Hearn slammed his comments as “outrageously false” and later filed suit, seeking $100 million in damages.Paul attempted to have the lawsuit dismissed but was unsuccessful, and then counter-sued, with his legal team invoking New York’s Anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) laws. They argued that Hearn’s lawsuit was an attempt to intimidate and silence him.Most read in BoxingCOMING TO AN END?Now, new court documents seen by The U.S. Sun show the long-running court battle could soon be over. A settlement conference has been scheduled before Magistrate Judge Henry J. Ricardo on December 17, 2024 at 12 pm.The filing states, “The conference will be held virtuallyvia Microsoft Teams and will not be open to the public.Countdown Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson”The parties should exchange their initial settlement demands and responses in advance of their Ex Parte Settlement Letter submissions. “The parties – not just the attorneys – must attend the settlement conference.”A joint letter filed with the court shows all parties are available on December 17 for the “virtual mediation conference.”Hearn and Matchroom Boxing previously filed a letter trying to get Paul’s countersuit dismissed. A filing alleges: “New York’s anti-SLAPP law does not apply because Plaintiffs’ defamation claim has a substantial basis in fact and law.”Paul’s counsel responded with a letter dated November 7, which reads, “After Matchroom Boxing complained to Jake Paul about his statements, and to appease Matchroom Boxing, Jake Paul promptly arranged for the interview to be removed from public view.”Nonetheless, Matchroom Boxing and Hearn then commenced this action (and Feldman later intervened as a co-plaintiff) against Jake Paul alleging that they were defamed by his statements.”The letter goes on to claim, “The lawsuit was filed as an intimidation tactic to chill Jake Paul’s freedom of speech and to silence other critics of the boxing industry, which is precisely the type of misconduct that the anti-SLAPP statute is intended to deter and remedy. “Upon information and belief, Plaintiffs coordinated various mediaoutlets to immediately broadcast, worldwide, that Plaintiffs had commenced this action, as a warning to journalists and anyone else who may want to expose and discuss corruption in the boxing industry.”Hearn’s team is yet to reply or comment on the letter ahead of the settlement conference. Meanwhile, Paul has a lot to prove on November 15, when he takes on boxing legend Tyson at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.The fight is a huge moneymaker, with Netflix streaming it live. Hearn himself is one of the many critics who slammed the idea of Paul going up against Tyson, calling the match “dangerous, irresponsible, and disrespectful to boxing.”In an interview with Pro Boxing Fans, he said he didn’t believe the match was anything more than greed, despite Paul and Tyson saying it’s not just about the money. Tyson is 58 and retired 20 years ago, while Paul is 31 years his junior. Hearn said, “I’m not saying abandon the fight. I am just saying, not for me mate. I don’t wanna watch it.”The heavyweight boxer goes into the bout with 50 wins under his belt, as opposed to his much-younger opponent’s 10.Tyson, who was once reportedly worth an estimated $300 million, blew through most of his fortune and is now said to have a net worth of around $10 million. He is expected to pocket a staggering $40 million from the fight, with Paul making the same amount. The internet sensation, who is worth around $80 million, released a cheeky video offering the champ an extra $5 million if he lasts longer than four rounds.READ MORE SUN STORIESTyson responded to the offer saying, “He should offer more. Tell him probably about 20 (million).”However, if he fails to get past the fourth round, the caveat is that he must get a tattoo that reads ‘I love Jake Paul’.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight poster ahead of it being streamed on NetflixPromoter Eddie Hearn during the press conference after Daniel Dubois won his fight against Anthony JoshuaCredit: ReutersJake Paul stands in the ring during the fifth round of his fight against Nate DiazCredit: Getty More

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      Brand new stadium AND indoor arena being built next to EFL club in multi-million-pound redevelopment of area

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      A CHAMPIONSHIP club is combining with two other top sports clubs in a huge redevelopment that includes a new stadium and arena.The High Court finally gave the go-ahead for the multi-million pound revamp after SEVEN YEARS of wrangling.AI images shows how the arena will expand the complexCredit: Bristol FlyersA hotel will also feature in the ‘exciting’ redevelopmentCredit: Bristol FlyersPlans for the costly revamp were first launched in 2018Credit: Bristol FlyersNow the organisation behind the scheme is promising facilities good enough for “major finals and European games”.Bristol Sport embraces three huge clubs as part of its remit to boost the city’s sporting facilities and credentials.Football wise, Ashton Gate Sporting Quarter hosts second-tier Bristol City.And for the past decade Premiership Rugby Club Bristol Bears have also played at the main stadium.READ MORE TOP STORIESNow it’s planned to move Super League Basketball side Bristol Flyers from South Gloucestershire and Stroud College to The Ashton Gate Sporting Quarter.The High Court has cleared the way for work to start next year.A new 5,000-seat stadium for the Flyers will grab the sporting spotlight.But a hotel is also part of the project, which organisers hope will see Bristol competing with cities like Cardiff and Birmingham.Most read in EFLFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSITV quote Flyers’ head Coach Andreas Kapoulas as saying the venue would “rank third largest amongst the other British Basketball League venues and ensure our ability to achieve long term financial sustainability”.He added: “Having our own home venue will mean we can compete at the highest possible level, attracting larger crowds and growing the sport.Lincoln’s Ethan Erhahon reveals players STOLE the physio’s car and he was offered a ‘scrap’ with a fan – What the EFL”It will have a positive impact on the city too as we will be able to host major finals and European games.”The scheme was held up after a nearby waste company objected to council plans.The development is connected to another application – for 510 new homes – which was approved.And ETM Recycling claimed noise from its plant would affect residents.But the Honourable Mr Justice Lavender has dismissed their case.He ruled there was no special reason ETM should be allowed to keep appealing.READ MORE SUN STORIESFlyers’ CEO Lisa Knights told the BBC: “This has been a long time coming… “With sell-out crowds consistently at SGS College Arena, having a bigger, purpose-built venue will ensure the financial sustainability of the Flyers and an exciting future for basketball in Bristol and the south west.” More

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      FA launches NEW investigation into Premier League boss over historical child sex abuse allegations

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      THE FOOTBALL Association have launched a safeguarding investigation into a Premier League boss cleared over multiple historical sex abuse allegations.At least three women made complaints to cops against the well-known football figure.The football boss was quizzed by Met Police officers in June last yearPolice took the decision not to bring criminal charges after receiving advice from the CPS.Crown lawyers believed there was insufficient evidence for a realistic prospect of a successful prosecution.The FA inquiry is now able to proceed following the conclusion of the police criminal investigation and could recommend special measures are taken against the man.A spokesperson for the national governing body said: “We have robust safeguarding measures in place, and all referrals into us are handled in line with our policies and procedures.”We investigate and assess all allegations and concerns about individuals who may pose a risk of harm to children and adults at risk in football and, where applicable, can impose proportionate safeguarding measures in accordance with FA safeguarding regulations.‘’We do not comment on individual cases.”The man also still faces civil action from a woman who claims he raped her at his home when she was 15.Separately, other women alleged to police they were sexually assaulted and raped by the man, who cannot be named for legal reasons.Most read in FootballHe was quizzed under caution by police on at least two occasions over the allegations, which he strongly refuted.The football boss was quizzed by Met Police officers in June last year over an historical allegation of rape against a teenage girl.The woman claimed the man forced her to have sex with him when she applied to work for a business he was involved with at the time.It is unconnected to the football club the man is now linked with.The investigation was later taken over by Essex Police, already probing separate claims by other complainants against the man.It is understood the decision to take no further action was taken in September and the man was informed.Essex Police said it “had received a number of allegations relating to non-recent sexual offences”.A spokesman for the force said: “Tackling violence against women and girls is a key focus for Essex Police and we take allegations of this nature very seriously.“Our specialist officers, who specifically investigate non-recent sexual offences, carried out a thorough and extensive investigation including obtaining accounts from those affected.“Following consultation with the CPS, and acting on advice received from them, Essex Police took the decision that no further action would be taken in relation to these allegations.“As with any investigation, should new information be received it will be assessed.”The football boss was given anonymity by a judge for the civil case he is facing.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt is alleged by the plaintiff that he raped and beat her and she is claiming damages for psychological harm.No action was taken by police in that case either but it will be tested under the lower burden of proof under civil law. More

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      Man Utd star Harry Maguire facing HUGE fine after being clocked speeding in £200k Land Rover twice in two days

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      MANCHESTER United star Harry Maguire is facing a hefty fine after he was clocked speeding in his £200,000 motor twice in two days.The England defender, 31, was caught exceeding a 50mph limit by a manned traffic camera.Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is facing a HUGE fine after being clocked speeding in his £200k Land Rover twice in two daysCredit: GettyMaguire, reportedly paid £190,000 a week, was in his Land Rover SV on March 5 in Wilmslow, Gtr Manchester.Two days later, in the same car, he was caught travelling at 68mph in a 60mph zone in Sheffield, South Yorks.In September he admitted that offence at the city’s magistrates’ court, was ordered to pay £1,028 and handed three points.Yesterday Maguire was due to appear before Bolton magistrates after pleading guilty last month for the first offence.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBut he had given notice he would not attend and the hearing was adj­ourned to January 8.In September, The Sun revealed that Maguire’s pal Marcus Rashford was banned from the road after speeding at 104mph on the M60.The forward was pulled over by an undercover cop car and claimed he only sped up as he was scared of being followed.Last year Rashford, 26, infamously collided with a grandmother in his £700,000 Rolls-Royce Cullinan as he left United’s Carrington training ground.Most read in FootballBoth drivers luckily escaped without harm.Fellow England star Jack Grealish, of United’s rivals Man City, was also fined £666 earlier this year for speeding at 44 in a 30mph zone.Maguire was due to appear before Bolton magistrates after pleading guilty last month for the first offenceCredit: APMan Utd fans say Harry Maguire ‘should still be captain’ as they spot ‘class act’ towards academy stars in pre-season More

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      Benjamin Mendy WINS battle against Man City over £11m unpaid wages after salary stopped following rape charge

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      BENJAMIN Mendy has won his battle against Man City for the majority of his £11.5million in unpaid wages following his rape charge.The 30-year-old took the Premier League winners to an employment tribunal when his £500,000-a-month salary was halted in 2021.Benjamin Mendy took Man City to an employment tribunalCredit: GettyMendy stood trial twice on a string of rape and attempted rape charges but was cleared last year.The star, who now plays for French Ligue 2 club Lorient, claimed for “unauthorised deductions” from his wages.Mendy has today won the fight for the majority of his unpaid salary while he was facing the charges.The exact amount will have to be calculated by Mendy and the club, or determined at a future hearing if they cannot reach an agreement.Read more in newsBut City could end up forking out around £8.5million, which covers the 17-month period his pay was wrongly blocked. Employment Judge Joanne Dunlop ruled Mendy is “entitled to recover some, but not all of the sums claimed”.This is because five months of the 22 months Mendy claimed he was owed were spent in custody after he breached his bail conditions.The judge found that when Mendy was not in custody, he was “ready and willing” to work and was “prevented from doing” so by reasons that were “unavoidable or involuntary on his part”.Most read in FootballManchester Employment Tribunal heard how his contract showed that on top of his salary, the star would receive a £900,000 bonus for appearing in 60 per cent of matches.Mendy would then also be handed a £1million bonus if City qualified for the Champions League, and an annual £1.2million payment to his image rights company.Benjamin Mendy says ‘several’ Man City stars JOINED sex parties as he sues club for £11m unpaid wages after rape chargeBut a month after he was charged, City bosses told Mendy they were stopping wages as he was “not presently ready and able to perform the obligations of his contract”.He claimed he was assured by Man City’s then chief football operating officer Omar Berrada that he would receive his unpaid wages once he had been cleared.But the tribunal was told when Mendy messaged the chief in November 2022 asking for confirmation, he received no response.The French international also claimed he got no message back from Khaldoon Al Mubarak, the Emirati chief executive of the club.As a result, Mendy told the tribunal he was forced to borrow money from his teammates after he ran out of cash “very quickly”.The court was told current and former players Raheem Sterling, Bernardo Silva and Riyad Mahrez helped the left-back out.Mendy also had to sell his Cheshire mansion to cover legal fees, bills and child support payments after his wages were withheld.But Sean Jones KC, representing City, told the tribunal Mendy had only himself to blame for not being paid because of his own irresponsible behaviour.This included reports of lockdown-busting parties at his mansion and breaking his bail conditions.Mr Jones added: “The essence of the submission by Mr Mendy is that his contract creates a moral hazard.”He says, ‘I can behave as irresponsibly as I like, I can ignore all the rules, both legal, of the club and common sense to the point where my behaviour results in prison’.”He is trying to make a moral hazard into a virtue.”He says, ‘It should in no way affect my entitlement to pay. There should be no consequences to my behaviour’.”Mendy urges City to do ‘honourable’ thingIn a statement, Mendy said: “Today the Employment Tribunal upheld the main part of my claim against Manchester City Football Club for unpaid wages, finding that the club had unlawfully made deductions from my wages for a total period of 16 months and 23 days.”Having had to wait for three years for my wages, I am delighted with the decision and sincerely hope that the club will now do the honourable thing and pay the outstanding amounts, as well as the other amounts promised to me under the contract, without further delay, so I can finally put this difficult part of my life behind me.”I would like to thank my friends, family, agent (Meissa N’Diaye) and my legal team (Nick De Marco KC, Laffer Abogados and Fletcher Sports Law) for all of their support.”City spent a reported £49.2million signing Mendy from French side Monaco in 2017 on a six-year contract.The tribunal heard the club continued to pay Mendy following his first arrest in November 2020.He left the club when his contract expired in June 2023 after not playing for the club since his second arrest in 2021.READ MORE SUN STORIESLast year, Mendy was found not guilty of one charge of rape and one charge of attempted rape following a retrial.He had previously been cleared of six counts of rape and one count of sexual assault.Mendy was twice cleared of rape chargesCredit: PAThe tribunal heard his £500k-a-month City salary was stopped after he was chargedCredit: PAMendy claimed he had to borrow money from his teammates including SterlingCredit: AP:Associated PressThe club told the tribunal Mendy had only himself to blame for not being paidCredit: Getty More

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      Mike Tyson reveals how he left prison with staggering $400MILLION in the bank after going in with $15m

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      MIKE TYSON says he left prison $375MILLION richer after signing lucrative deals behind bars. Tyson was jailed in 1992 after being convicted of rape and served three years at the Indiana Youth Center. Mike Tyson poses with wads of cash in 1989Credit: GettyTyson spent three years in prison from 1992Credit: AFPA year after coming out of prison, Tyson was already heavyweight world champion thanks to the help of Don King.And it was the legendary yet controversial promoter who made Iron Mike a rich man again – even while locked up.Tyson told former world champion Andre Ward: “When I went to prison I had $15million (£11.5m). “When I came out I must have had $300-400million (£307m). I’m in there signing contracts in prison.” READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson had two comeback fights in 1995 upon his release before beating Frank Bruno for the WBC title a year after. But following defeats to Evander Holyfield and Lennox Lewis, by 2003 Tyson had filed for bankruptcy after blowing through $250m (£190m). And his career was over in 2005 following consecutive losses to Britain’s Danny Williams and Kevin McBride, who was also a tree surgeon. Tyson later recouped his wealth in retirement thanks in part to his cannabis empire. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd his net worth is set to rocket another $40m (£30m) when he makes his return after 20 YEARS out to fight Jake Paul. He takes on the YouTuber-turned-boxer on November 15 in a controversial clash slammed for the age difference. Tyson said: “I’m a fighter, I feel good and I can do it. And I feel I can beat this guy.” Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal fan guilty of hurling vile racial abuse at OWN player Thomas Partey – but claimed he was just being ‘sarcastic’

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      AN ARSENAL fan has pleaded guilty to racially abusing star midfielder Thomas Partey – but claimed he was only being sarcastic.Charles Ogunmilade, 28, admitted racially attacking the Gunners’ Ghanaian midfielder with a “grossly offensive” message after Arsenal’s 3-3 draw with Southampton last year.The aspiring photographer called Partey a “dirty black c**t” in a shocking racist postCredit: GettyCharles Ogunmilade, above, sent the post after Partey hit a long-range strike over the bar.Credit: Chris EadesThe post, on Elon Musk’s X platform, were sent moments after £50m midfielder Partey, 31, spooned a 30-yard wonder-strike effort over the crossbar.His shot followed Arsenal stars Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard scoring to rescue a critical point in the title race with two goals in the last two minutes of the match.Recruitment consultant Ogunmilade, of Romford, Essex, spoke only to confirm his name, age and plea.Prosecutor Rami Amin said: “During the evening of April 21, 2023 there was a Premier League match between Arsenal and Southampton.Read more about Arsenal“This featured a player for Arsenal called Thomas Partey.“This defendant posted a comment on the Twitter platform.”The court heard the content of the post, which The Sun is not repeating, meant the offence was aggravated because of the racist language used.Padma Panigrahi, defending, insisted the vile remarks had been made in jest.Most read in FootballThe solicitor added: “My client has advised me that he and his friends communicate on Twitter.“He and his friendship group mimic what white, racist football hooligans say.“That’s why it was in inverted commas – they were basically being sarcastic.“That’s what a white football racist would say in that situation.“He’s very remorseful, that’s why he’s admitted it in an interview and co-operated with the police.“His family are in Nigeria.”The court heard Ogunmilade would contest a football banning order, which is typically applied to cases involving the sport.He is likely to be handed a community order.Head magistrate Margaret Orgill JP told the football fan: “As you know, we need a probation report.“If you commit any offence while on bail, you will get a more severe punishment.He was granted unconditional bail to appear for sentencing at City of London magistrates’ court on November 26.Ogunmilade made no comment when approached by The Sun outside court.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe club previously demanded an investigation into a vile troll who posted a racist image of England hero Bukayo Saka, 21.And last month law student Suhel Ali escaped jail after calling world-class winger Saka offensive terms in a voice note on X.Partey attempted to win the match for Arsenal but hit his shot over the bar, after Martin Odegaard had levelled the score at 3-3Credit: ReutersSuhel Ali, 20, escaped jail last month after racially abusing Bukayo SakaCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk More

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      Lucas Paqueta to MISS crunch Premier League game after being summoned to Brazilian parliament amid betting investigation

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      LUCAS PAQUETA is set to miss West Ham’s Premier League clash with Leicester in December after being summoned to appear in front of a betting investigation in the Brazilian parliament.The West Ham midfielder had been due to give evidence to Parliamentary Commission of Inquiry (CPI) on the Manipulation of Games and Sports Betting in Sao Paolo this week, but his legal team succeeded in getting his appearance postponed.Lucas Paqueta will miss West Ham’s Premier League clash with Leicester in DecemberCredit: GettyWest Ham star Paqueta was summoned in front of a betting investigation in the Brazilian parliamentCredit: ReutersThe CPI ruled on Wednesday, however, that Paqueta must give evidence to Brazilian senators on December 3 as part of their investigation into illegal betting in Brazil.West Ham travel to Leicester in the Prem on the same evening with a source close to Paqueta telling SunSport he is resigned to missing the game.Paqueta is also under investigation in Brazil after being charged by the FA earlier this year with four counts of spot-fixing – deliberately getting himself booked in four Prem games to make money for bettors.The 27-year-old has protested his innocence throughout and earlier this month hit out at the FA’s handling of the process which he claims is no longer confidential.Read More on Football“I have instructed my lawyers to write to the FA to request that they conduct a thorough investigation into how information about the case, even if inaccurate, is finding its way into the public domain,” Paqueta wrote on X.Paqueta’s uncle Bruno Tolentino is also being investigated in Brazil after he admitted paying former Real Betis striker Luiz Henrique £5,000 days after he received two suspicious yellow cards which triggered an integrity probe in Spain.The two cases are linked because the suspicious betting patterns were both reported to the authorities by online gambling company Betway, West Ham’s shirt sponsor.Many of the suspicious bets on Paqueta that led to him being charged by the FA were also placed by members of his family.Most read in FootballTolentino made his appearance before the CPI as scheduled on Wednesday, but refused to answer questions other than confirming his name.His silence was criticised by the president of the CPI, senator Jorge Kajuru, who has applied to the courts for the commission to be given access to Tolentino’s bank and phone records.Lucas Paqueta takes private jet to city to visit Bruno Guimaraes for girlfriend’s birthday Paqueta joined West Ham from Lyon in 2022 and has since registered a total of 15 goals and 14 assists in 95 appearances. More