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      Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5: Points scoring system, prize money and format for HUGE boxing show

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      FRANK WARREN’s Queensberry and Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom are doing battle in a huge 5 vs 5 boxing card.The long-awaited show is headlined by Deontay Wilder’s big ring return against Zhilei Zhang.Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn’s stables are in action on a mega showCredit: GettyHearn has said he and Warren putting their rivalry to bed has been one of the best moments of his career.Hearn told the BBC: “When you go 12 or 13 years without meeting or talking, you never think it’s coming but it’s one of the best things we’ve ever done in all honesty,”It was like ‘forget the past, we’ve got to do this for the good of our companies, for the good of our fighters, the sport.”The big show has been put together by Saudi chief Turki Alalshikh, and is featuring five of Matchroom’s standouts up against five of Queensberry’s.But what is the points scoring system on the night, and what is the prize money up for grabs?What is the Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5 full card?Daniel Dubois is facing Filip Hrgovic in an interim IBF title boutCredit: GettyWhat is the Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5 points scoring system?There has been a point scoring system devised to settle the big card.In similar fashion to FPL Fantasy Football, the team captain will score DOUBLE points.Most read in BoxingHamzah Sheeraz is the Queensberry captain, while Deontay Wilder is the Matchroom skipper.The points scoring system is as follows:
      Two points are given for a KO victory.
      One point is given for a win decided on the judges’ scorecards.
      Team captains score double points.
      Drawn fights are awarded no points.
      Zhilei Zhang and Deontay Wilder headline the stacked showCredit: GettyWhat is the Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5 prize money?The winning team’s promoter will be awarded $3m (£2.35m) in prize money. How can I watch the Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5 card?
      Both DAZN and TNT Sports will broadcast the PPV in the UK.
      Both channels have priced the event at £21.99.
      You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
      A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
      You can live stream the action from either the TNT Sports Box Office app for TNT Sports, or the DAZN app for DAZN, both of which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device. More

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      Daniel Dubois vs Filip Hrgovic: UK start time, TV channel, live stream and full card for Dynamite’s return to the ring

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      DANIEL DUBOIS is back in a big way as he faces feared Croatian heavyweight Filip Hrgovic this weekend.A win over ‘El Animal’ will see Dubois win the IBF interim heavyweight title.Filip Hrgovic celebrates victory against Mark De MoriCredit: GettyDaniel Dubois lost to Oleksandr Usyk last AugustCredit: GettyDubois is coming off a massive win against Jarrell Miller in December, becoming the first man to beat him and knock him out. Hrgovic’s biggest win came against Zhilei Zhang on the undercard of Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 in August 2022, but he failed to impress and some even thought he lost the bout. A statement win over Brit Dubois, however, will reminds fans and pundits alike just what he’s about. Elsewhere on the Matchroom vs Queensberry card, Deontay Wilder faces Zhang.When is Dubois vs Hrgovic?
      Dubois’ intriguing clash with will take place on Saturday, June 1.
      The fight will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
      Ring-walks for the co-main event can be expected at around 9.30pm UK time.
      What happened at the weigh in?Dubois weighed in a career heavy 245.8lbs.While Hrgovic was slightly heavier at 247.5lbs.Daniel Dubois and Filip Hrgovic weigh in for their big clashCredit: GettyWhat channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
      Both DAZN and TNT Sports will broadcast Dubois vs Hrgovic on PPV in the UK.
      Both channels have priced the event at £21.99.
      You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
      A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
      You can live stream the action from either the TNT Sports Box Office app for TNT Sports, or the DAZN app for DAZN, both of which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Most read in BoxingDubois vs Hrgovic full card
      Dmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad – (WBA light-heavyweight title)
      Deontay Wilder (Matchroom) vs Zhilei Zhang (Queensberry)
      Daniel Dubois (Queensberry) vs Filip Hrgovic (Matchroom)
      Raymond Ford (Matchroom) vs Nick Ball (Queensberry) – (WBA featherweight title)
      Craig Richards (Matchroom) vs Willy Hutchinson (Queensberry)
      Austin ‘Ammo’ Williams (Matchroom) vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Queensberry) More

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      Deontay Wilder vs Zhilei Zhang: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, full card for HUGE heavyweight fight

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      DEONTAY WILDER is making his huge ring return in a heavyweight clash against Zhilei Zhang!The two titans of the squared circle will face off in what should be one of the most entertaining fights of either man’s career. Zhilei Zhang and Joseph Parker exchange punches during their fight in MarchCredit: GettyJoseph Parker beat Deontay Wilder on points last DecemberCredit: GettyWilder and Zhang are both coming off losses to Joseph Parker, who beat the former in December 2023, before toppling the latter in March. Now the pair face a crossroads fight against each other, with both desperate not to lose. Wilder is still pining for a mega-fight with Anthony Joshua, while Zhang hopes to push himself into the conversation for a world title shot. The match-up is also part of the Matchroom vs Queensberry five-on-five line-up, with Wilder fighting for Eddie Hearn and Zhilei Zhang on Frank Warren’s side. Elsewhere on the card, Daniel Dubois takes on Filip Hrgovic.When is Wilder vs Zhang?
      Wilder’s huge fight with Zhang will take place on Saturday, June 1, 2024.
      The fight will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
      Ring-walks for the co-main event can be expected at around 9.30pm UK time.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Both DAZN and TNT Sports will broadcast Wilder vs Zhang on PPV in the UK.
      Both channels have priced the event at £21.99.
      You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
      A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
      You can live stream the action from either the TNT Sports Box Office app for TNT Sports, or the DAZN app for DAZN, both of which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      What happened at the weigh in?Wilder weighed in at 214.6lbs, around his usual weight.Most read in BoxingWhile Zhang was a massive 68lbs heavier at 282.8lbs.Zhang and Wilder weigh in for the big clashCredit: GettyWilder vs Zhang full card
      Dmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad – (WBA light-heavyweight title)
      Deontay Wilder (Matchroom) vs Zhilei Zhang (Queensberry)
      Daniel Dubois (Queensberry) vs Filip Hrgovic (Matchroom)
      Raymond Ford (Matchroom) vs Nick Ball (Queensberry) – (WBA featherweight title)
      Craig Richards (Matchroom) vs Willy Hutchinson (Queensberry)
      Austin “Ammo” Williams (Matchroom) vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Queensberry) 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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      Who are the Soccer Aid 2024 presenters and commentators?

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      A star-studded lineup of celebrities and athletes will be taking part in the 2024 edition of Soccer Aid in June.This year’s iconic charity match will take place at Stamford Bridge – and fans will be treated to a few surprises along the way.Dermot O’Leary and Alex Scott will return as the presenters for Soccer Aid 2024Credit: UNICEF/Soccer Aid Productions/Stella PicturesWho are the Soccer Aid 2024 presenters and commentators?The Soccer Aid 2024 presenters will once again be Dermot O’Leary and Alex Scott.The dynamic duo will return to present the show and the build-up before the game.ITV’s Sam Matterface will lead commentary with Love Island voiceover star Iain Sterling on co-comms.Who is Dermot O’Leary and how many times has he hosted Soccer Aid?Dermot has been the leading presenter of Soccer Aid every year since 2010.Read more on Soccer AidDermot is best known for his recurring role as a presenter on This Morning.He made his debut on our screens in 1998 and has become one of the nation’s most beloved presenters. He is well known for his decade-long association with the singing show The X Factor.The TV host has also presented many other TV shows, award shows and charity events throughout his career. Most read in FootballOne of his most well-known presenting roles was on Big Brother, which he left in 2008.Dermot also has a career in Radio, from indie rock station XFM to BBC Radio 2. He had his own show titled Dermot’s Saturday Club on BBC Radio 2 until it ended in 2017.Who is Alex Scott and how many times has she hosted Soccer Aid?Alex Scott is a former professional footballer and is now a TV presenter.During her professional playing career, she spent the majority of her time playing for Arsenal. She spent a season at Birmingham City and then three years in America playing for the Boston Breakers. She even scored the winning goal for Arsenal in the 2007 UEFA Women’s Cup Final. Alex was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2019. Since 2019, she is a pundit for BBC Sports and Sky Sports and has covered the 2018 and 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup.Since retiring from professional football, she now has a full time career in television broadcasting.Alex has presented Soccer Aid with Dermot since 2021 and will return for the 2024 edition.When is Soccer Aid 2024?Soccer Aid takes place on Sunday, June 9, 2024., Kick-off has not been confirmed, but in previous years it has been at 7.30pm.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe match, which was held at the London Stadium last year, has moved across London to Chelsea’s home, Stamford Bridge – the first time it has been held in SW6 since 2019.England will also wear a special kit that replicates the Three Lions’ outfit from Euro 96. More

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      How to watch Soccer Aid 2024 for FREE

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      SOCCER AID is the biggest annual charity football match – and fans can watch it for FREE.England lost to World XI for the fifth consecutive time last year after an inspired performance from former Love Island star Kem Cetinay.Tommy Fury will return to Soccer Aid this yearCredit: PABut this year’s management team of Harry Redknapp, Frank Lampard and Robbie Williams will be hoping that they can turn their fortunes around with their incredible star-studded line-up.And SunSport has all the information on how Soccer Aid 2024 can be watched for FREE.How can I watch Soccer Aid 2024 for FREE?Soccer Aid 2024 will be broadcast live on ITV for FREE as long you have a valid TV license in the UK.The huge annual charity match can also be live-streamed for FREE via the ITVX app.Read more on Soccer AidAlternatively, you can keep up to date with all of the action by following SunSport’s live blog.When is Soccer Aid 2024?Soccer Aid takes place on Sunday, June 9, 2024., Kick-off has not been confirmed, but in previous years it has been at 7.30pm.The match, which was held at the London Stadium last year, has moved across London to Chelsea’s home, Stamford Bridge – the first time it has been held in SW6 since 2019.England will also wear a special kit that replicates the Three Lions’ outfit from Euro 96.Most read in Football More