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    How much prize money do Liverpool get for winning the Premier League title?

    LIVERPOOL have officially been crowned Premier League champions for the 2024/25 season – and they have earned millions in the process!The Reds lifted the title with a fairytale ending by beating Tottenham in front of a sold-out Anfield crowd.Liverpool beat Spurs to lift the Premier League titleCredit: APAnd the fans were out in full voice, leaving a trail of red mist to take over the blue England skies.But aside from the fans and players, the owners of the club will be more than delighted as they have accumulated a whopping amount of cash for their great achievement.How much do Liverpool get for winning the Premier League title?There is no specific prize fund for the winners of the Premier League title.But Liverpool will be rewarded the most money out of the 20 clubs for finishing top of the charts.Read more on LiverpoolThe champions receive 20 times the basic merit payment, the club finishing second 19 times, and so on, down to the club finishing bottom receiving one times the merit payment.Last year, the highest merit payment was £22.6million claimed by Manchester City as champions, while Sheffield United received the lowest merit payments (£1.1m) as the bottom club.So Liverpool can expect a similar amount to enter their account.What else do Liverpool get for winning the Premier League title?As well as being presented with the Trophy, as champions Liverpool would also get 2024/25 Premier League winners’ medals.Most read in FootballAs laid out by rule C.13 in the Premier League Handbook, the champions receive 40 commemorative medals “to be presented by the Club to its Manager and to such of its Players and Officials as it thinks fit provided that any Player who has entered the field of play in a minimum of five of its League Matches that Season”.The Premier League champions are also guaranteed entry into next season’s UEFA Champions League, although in Liverpool’s case this has already been secured, as they have confirmed a top-five spot.Current Premier League tableHere is how Liverpool won the 2024/25 Premier League title. More

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    When will Liverpool lift the Premier League trophy?

    LIVERPOOL have officially won the 2024/25 Premier League title with FOUR games to spare.The Reds just needed one point against Tottenham on Sunday, but they took all three after a dominant display.Liverpool secured their status as Premier League champions with a 5-1 win over TottenhamCredit: ReutersArne Slot’s side put on a show for a jubilant Anfield crowd as Liverpool thrashed Spurs 5-1.Incredible scenes followed at full-time as fans inside the iconic stadium celebrated winning a second league title in 35 years.But supporters will have to wait a little bit longer to see their champions lift the Premier League trophy.When will Liverpool lift the Premier League trophy?Liverpool will have to wait until after their final Prem fixture against Crystal Palace on Sunday, May 25, to lift the league title in front of a packed Anfield for the first time in 35 years.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe trophy lift for the Reds’ 2019/20 top-flight triumph was held behind closed doors due to Covid-19 restrictions.Virgil van Dijk will be the man to lift the iconic trophy following the conclusion of the Palace fixture.Details regarding a trophy parade are yet to be officially released, but many reports suggest it could happen the day after the trophy lift, with it being a bank holiday Monday.Will Liverpool get a guard of honour at their final four games?As Liverpool have been crowned as Premier League champions with four fixtures remaining, many are wondering if they will receive a guard of honour from each opponent.Most read in FootballIt is not compulsory for opposition teams to give the champions a guard of honour, but it is customary.Chelsea are the first team to have the opportunity to complete the pre-match ritual on May 4, while Liverpool’s title rivals Arsenal will get the chance to be gracious in defeat a week later. More

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    How to watch Nottingham Forest vs Man City for FREE: Streaming and TV info for huge FA Cup semi-final

    ALL eyes will be on Wembley THIS AFTERNOON as Nottingham Forest take on Manchester City in a mouthwatering FA Cup semi-final – and fans can tune in for FREE!Nuno Espirito Santo has certainly turned Forest’s fortunes around this season following their relegation scrap during the 2023/24 campaign.Forest progressed to the semis after beating Brighton on penaltiesCredit: AlamyOmar Marmoush’s strike helped City fight back against Bournemouth in the last roundCredit: GettyNot only are the Midlands outfit in a great position to qualify for a Champions League spot.But the dramatic penalty shoot-out win against Brighton in the quarter-final of the FA Cup has left fans dreaming of lifting this trophy for the first time since 1959.However, in their stands a City side who only have the FA Cup as a last chance of securing silverware after what has been a well-below-par season.This sets the semi-final up perfectly for fans to watch free of charge.How to watch Nottingham Forest vs Man City in the FA Cup semi-final for FREENottingham Forest vs Man City is available to watch for FREE on ITV 1 in the UK as long as you hold a valid TV license.Read more on FA CupFans can also stream the entire action for FREE on ITV X through a compatible mobile device or tablet.The huge FA Cup semi-final kicks off at 4:30pm BST.And whoever goes on to win this match, will face the winner of Crystal Palace and Aston Villa in the final.What is the prize money for the FA Cup 2024/25?This year’s FA Cup winners will receive a whopping £2million in prize money.Most read in FA CupWhile the runners-up take home £1million. More

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    How many people are running the London Marathon 2025?

    THE London Marathon is officially the most popular marathon event on the planet.The 2025 iteration of the London Marathon has already broken records, and looks set to break another one before on Sunday.John Terry will run the London Marathon alongside Jody MorrisCredit: GettyAlex Yee will take part in the race, just under a year after winning gold in Paris at the OlympicsCredit: Adam Davy/PA WireRomesh Ranganathan is back for another year of racing in the London Marathon 2025Credit: AlamyFormer Chelsea captain John Terry is one of a number of ex-footballers running the marathon, a list including Jack Wilshere and Jody Morris. Olympic gold medallist and world triathlon champion Alex Yee will make his marathon debut, after winning a stunning gold in Paris last summer.YouTube fitness coach and TV presenter Joe Wicks will also be taking part in the London Marathon, returning for the first time since 2015, an experience he described as “one of the most painful I’ve ever had.”Read more London MarathonEilish McColgan is also making her marathon debut, and is aiming to set a Scottish record, and beating her mother Liz McColgan’s record and personal best of 2:26:52 from 1997.The route will see runners start at Greenwich Park and end on The Mall, running past Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on their way to the finish line.How many people are running the London Marathon 2025?While there is not an exact figure, a record breaking 56,000+ are expected to run and finish the London Marathon. This would surpass the 55,646 finishers at the New York Marathon in 2024.Most read in AthleticsA world record 840,000 people entered the ballot for the London Marathon 2025, making it the most popular marathon on the planet. When does London Marathon 2025 start?There are four different start times to look out for on Sunday, April 27:8:50am BST – elite wheelchairs9:05am BST – elite women9:35am BST – elite men9:35am-11:30am BST – mass eventChina races robots in Beijing half marathonHow to watch London Marathon 2025 for FREELondon Marathon 2025 LIVE coverage comes on BBC One, with coverage between 8:30am and 2pm BST on Sunday, April 25. Coverage will switch from BBC One to BBC Two for an hour between 2pm and 3pm BST. The BBC iPlayer will also over different coverage options for friends and family members who want to tune in:
    8:45am – 3pm BST: uninterrupted coverage10:30am – 3:30pm BST: Tower Bridge camera12:30pm – 5pm: finishing-line cameraBBC Two will have a highlights show between 6pm – 7pm BST. More

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    Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn undercard: Who else is fighting on stunning Tottenham Hotspur Stadium card?

    CHRIS Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will finally settle a long-running family feud when they square off TONIGHT!Eubank and Benn are the sons of fierce rivals Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, whose careers will always be intertwined because of their dominance of the super-middleweight class in their 1990s bouts.There’s a lot of personal vendetta between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor BennCredit: GettyEUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSEubank Jr and Benn have a bitter feud of their own – the pair were due to meet in October 2022, but Benn failed two voluntary drug tests, which led to the bout being cancelled just days before the show was due to take place.After years of back and forth, the wait for one of the most anticipated fights in the sport is almost over.And an event of such high magnitude means the undercard doesn’t disappoint, with some huge names featuring.READ MORE IN BOXINGWho is on the Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn undercard?On the undercard, British light-heavyweights Anthony Yarde and Lyndon Arthur will square off in a trilogy, continuing their personal rivalry. Yarde knocked out Arthur in their second fight, retaliating for Arthur’s victory in their first.In what looks to be an all-action fight, Liam Smith makes his ring comeback for the first time since losing to Eubank via knockout in September 2023, taking on 19-0 unbeaten Aaron McKenna.In his first bout since Gilberto Ramirez defeated him for the WBO title, deposed former cruiserweight world champion Chris Billam-Smith takes on Brandon Glanton.In the stadium of the football team he cheers for, Viddal Riley attempts to defeat Cheavon Clarke in the light-heavyweight class to increase his undefeated professional record to 1Most read in BoxingCHRIS EUBANK JR VS CONOR BENN LIVE: ALL THE LATEST FROM HUGE GRUDGE MATCH Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn FULL cardChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn (Middleweight)Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur (Light heavyweight)Liam Smith vs Aaron McKenna (Middleweight)Chris Billam-Smith vs Brandon Glanton (Cruiserweight)Viddal Riley vs Cheavon Clarke (Cruiserweight)How to watch Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennChris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn will stream LIVE on Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.The show is priced at £19.95 by both broadcasters.The fight will also stream on DAZN to over 200 countries. The card will start from 5pm BST. More

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    Is there a rematch clause in Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn?

    CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn will finally settle their rivalry TONIGHT at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium!This Saturday, one of the biggest rivalries in British boxing history will recommence as Chris Eubank Jr takes on Conor Benn 35 years after their fathers met in the ring for the first time.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn cannot wait to get this fight started – but could they meet again?Credit: Richard Pelham – The SunNigel Benn and Chris Eubank trade blows during their second bout in 1993Credit: Holly Stein/AllsportThe fathers of both fighters will always be remembered for their two iconic bouts and the rivalry they had – they absolutely despised each other.And now their sons have created their own bitter rivalry after a war of words that culminated in Eubank Jr egging Benn during a press conference.EUBANK JR VS BENN – BETTING TIPS AND LATEST ODDSThe fight is one of the most hotly anticipated or the century – but will it up live up to their fathers’ feud and be as entertaining?Boxing fans all around the world cannot wait for this British battle to resume and will be hoping it’s as fiery as the Eubank and Benn beef was when it started 35 years ago.READ MORE EUBANK JR VS BENNChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoIs there a rematch clause for Chris Eubank vs Conor Benn?A question circling around the boxing fandom is if there will be a rematch between the two after this Saturday.Eubank Jr is the big favourite for the fight, given his huge size advantage, experience and Benn’s ring rust.But there continue to be questions over his desire to fight – as well as his training camp – while Benn is a massive puncher at his weight.Eubank Jr has also had to cut weight and has a 10-pound rehydration clause for the 160lb limit – and will have to pay £1million should be break it.Most read in BoxingJust like fathers Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn had a rematch after their first fight back in 1990 then in 1993, their sons could have the same fate.It has been confirmed by Eubank Jr that there IS a rematch clause in the contract.When is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn and how can I watch it?Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn takes place on Saturday, April 26 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Coverage starts on DAZN and Sky Sports from 5pm – ring walks for the main event are expected at around 10pm.The event is pay-per-view on DAZN PPV and Sky Sports Box Office and will cost £19.95.It can also be streamed on SkyGO and the DAZN website to paying customers. Alternatively, SunSport will LIVE BLOG every fight of the night – plus all the fallout – as it happens. More

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    Is Mo Farah running the London Marathon 2025?

    THE London Marathon will take place this Sunday as thousands of people are set to take on the 26.2 mile course.The race’s popularity has hit new heights with 840,318 people applying via the public ballot to take part and over 56,000 expected to cross the start line.Mo Farah pictured at the finish line of the London Marathon in 2023Credit: AFPEmile Cairess (second right) was hoping to break Mo Farah’s British marathon recordCredit: PAThis could break the world record for the most runners in a marathon, the previous record being 56,950 in this month’s Paris edition.A stacked elite field will be fighting for the £41,000 London Marathon prize money, including the first man to break the two hour barrier, Eliud Kipchoge, and reigning Olympic champion Sifan Hassan.Last year’s top UK finisher Emile Cairess has had to pull out due to injury and will miss out on the opportunity to break Mo Farah’s British marathon record of 2:05:11.Is Mo Farah running the London Marathon 2025?Sir Mo Farah, 42, is NOT running the London Marathon this year.READ MORE ON LONDON MARATHONHe ran his last marathon in the 2023 edition of the race, finishing in ninth, and retired later that year after a fourth-placed finish in the Great North Run.His time of 2:10:28 was a few minutes outside of his goal time and the former Olympic champion admitted after the race that his body could not do what it used to.Farah said at the time: “If it wasn’t for the crowd, at some point I would have dropped out”That’s what kept me going. It was amazing support. Part of me wanted to cry. Most read in Athletics”But the people were amazing, even in the rain, to line the streets. It’s what has kept me going for so long throughout my career.”I will miss that feeling. I am emotional today. London has been so great to me over the years and I wanted to be here to say thank you to the crowd.”Farah’s best London Marathon finish was third in 2018 with a time of 2:06:21.Since retiring Farah has remained a big influence in the athletics world, last month launching team based-running league RunGP.Races will be held on Formula One tracks and include a mixture of celebrities and professional athletes.The first edition will be in Qatar in May and will include a kids race called One Mo Mile.When is the London Marathon taking place and how can I watch it?The London Marathon 2025 is taking place this Sunday from 8.50am BST.8.50am – Elite wheelchair men’s and women’s race9.05am – Elite women’s race9.35am – Elite men’s race followed by mass startThe London Marathon will be shown live on the BBC throughout the day.Read More on The SunBBC One: 8.30am-2pmBBC Two: 2pm-3pmBBC Online & iPlayer: 8.30am-6pmBBC Radio London: 8am-6pmBBC Two: 6pm-7pm (highlights)Alternatively, SunSport will live blog all the action from the Marathon as it happens. More

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    Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur EXACT time: When will trilogy fight start tonight?

    ANTHONY YARDE continues his pursuit of another world title shot as he faces Lyndon Arthur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium TONIGHT! The fight will take place on the undercard of the hotly anticipated Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn clash.Anthony Yarde wants another world title shot but must first overcome his trilogy fight with Lyndon ArthurCredit: Bradley Collyer/PA WireLyndon Arthur is fighting for the first time since June 2024Credit: Bradley Collyer/PA WireThe pair will clash on the undercard for Eubank Jr vs BennCredit: GettyYarde has been building back up towards a shot at the light-heavyweight title, after losing to Artur Beterbiev in 2023.The Brit had also suffered a first defeat of his career going for the light-heavyweight title in 2019, losing to an 11th round TKO against Sergey Kovalev. Since a defeat to Beterbiev, Yarde has rebuilt, beating Jorge Silva, Marko Nikolic and most recently Ralfs Vilcans on a points decision in October last year.Lyndon Arthur is also in the process of rebuilding, falling victim to the Beterbiev-Bivol feud, losing to Dmitry Bivol in December 2023, dropping the IBO light heavyweight title in the process. Read more BoxingArthur won his most recent bout in a split decision win over Liam Cameron in June last year.These two rivals have met twice before and will finally settle their 1-1 beef.Arthur won the first fight in December 2020 with a tight split decision.Yarde then got his revenge in the rematch 12 months later with a brilliant fourth-round KO win.Most read in BoxingChris Eubank Jr vs Conor BennTHE countdown is ON to one of the biggest boxing events of the 21st CenturyFamilial tension and a rivalry that has been brewing for years will finally be resolved when Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.There has been huge drama in the build-up with the pair engaged in a war of words and multiple clashes in person.SunSport will have full coverage of the blockbuster clash all week and LIVE round-by-round coverage of every fight on a stacked undercard.Latest NewsAll the infoAnthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur exact start timeAnthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur takes place on the undercard of Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn,The event takes place on Saturday, April 26, with coverage starting at 5pm BST.Yarde and Arthur are set to clash at 8.30pm BST.The clash will be fought at light-heavyweight.Yarde vs Arthur is the penultimate clash on the night,How to watch Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur and is there a live stream?Anthony Yarde vs Lyndon Arthur will be aired on both Sky Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV.Viewers can purchase the event for £19.95.It will be streamed to paying customers on Sky GO and the DAZN website.Alternatively, SunSport will have live coverage of every fight of the night. More