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      Who is Ruben Dias dating?

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      PREMIER League footballer Ruben Dias has been romantically linked with a reality TV stunner.The defender and the former Love Island contestant sent tongues wagging this week following with their parallel social media activity.
      Eagle-eyed fans spotted a clue hinting Arabella and Dias were together in Paris
      Who is Ruben Dias dating?
      Suspicions Ruben Dias is involved with former Love Island star Arabella Chi have been circulating.
      Eagle-eyed fans began speculating after discovering the pair shared identical Instagram posts showing the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
      The photos were taken from the same angle and even have the same members of the public visible in them.
      Portuguese international Dias — who was photographed last year in Ibiza kissing exotic cabaret dancer Ginevra Festa following his split from pop star girlfriend ex April Ivy — is extremely protective of his private life, so the rumours have not yet been confirmed.
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      The posts have now been deleted from their Instagram accounts.
      Which team does Ruben Dias play for?
      Dias plays as a centre-back for Manchester City and the Portugal national side.
      In August 2021 he sighed a new six-year contract with the Sky Blues, reportedly doubling his previous £90,000-a-week wages.
      Upon penning his new contract, Dias, 26, said: “I’m very happy to sign the new deal.
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      “I have enjoyed every single minute of my time at City since joining last year.
      “Playing for City has surpassed all my expectations and it’s an absolute pleasure to be part of such an incredible squad.
      “I would also like to thank Pep and the coaching staff for the way they have helped me to develop as a player and keep pushing me to improve.
      “To be part of the squad that achieved so much last season was incredible and made us all hungry to achieve even more.
      “Now I just want to try and play my part in helping us be successful this season and beyond.”
      Who is Arabella Chi?
      Arabella Chi is a 32-year-old model and influencer from London.
      She was featured on a billboard in Oxford Street for G Star in 2018 and famously dated former Love Island contestant Charlie Frederick.
      Though she’s mostly known for her modelling and reality TV work, Arabella has also appeared in blockbuster movies such as Wonder Woman and Justice League.
      While on the set of the Justice League, she seemed to have developed a crush on actor Jason Momoa, saying: “We had to train with him. I was an Amazonian. I remember this guy bear crawling towards me and I was like ‘oh my god, he is so hot’.”
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      Arabella, who took part in the fifth season of Love Island in 2019, split from New York businessman Richie Akiva last month.
      The reality star has built herself an impressive online following since leaving the show, amassing over a million Instagram followers. More

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      Tottenham vs Chelsea: Pochettino returns to old stomping ground for Premier League derby – stream, TV channel, teams

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      GRAB your popcorn football fans as Tottenham host Chelsea in a blockbuster Premier League affair – and the action unfolds THIS Monday.Ange Postecoglou has been a revelation to this Spurs side as the league leaders going into this weekend currently hold an undefeated record along with bitter rivals Arsenal.
      Son Heung-min was on the score sheet for Tottenham once again last time outCredit: ALAMY
      And Tottenham’s recent comfortable 2-0 away win at Crystal Palace epitomised how much they have improved.
      However, Spurs face another tough challenge in the form of Chelsea who are notoriously known for throwing a spanner in the works whenever these two face off.
      Furthermore, confidence will have been restored amongst the Blues after their Brentford loss having booked a Carabao Cup quarter-final spot on Wednesday night.
      In addition to that, Mauricio Pochettino would love nothing more than to halt the progress of his former team.
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      When is Tottenham vs Chelsea?

      Tottenham’s thrilling Premier League derby against Chelsea will take place on Monday, November 6.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 8pm GMT.
      The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will host this huge match and it can hold approximately 62,850 roaring fans.
      Oliver Skipp and Harry Kane fired Spurs to a 2-0 win when the sides last met in February.

      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Tottenham vs Chelsea will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
      Coverage is expected to commence from 6:30pm GMT – one hour and 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Fans also have the option to stream the action on NOW TV via any mobile or tablet device.Alternatively, follow SunSport’s live blog for minute-by-minute coverage of the entire match.

      What is the team news?
      Ange Postecoglou’s men have had more than a week to rest since their 2-0 win against Crystal Palace.
      However, the Tottenham gaffer is still expected to be without Destiny Udogie (knock), Ryan Sessegnon (hamstring), Manor Solomon (meniscus), Ivan Perisic (cruciate ligament), Hugo Lloris (groin) and Alfie Whiteman (ankle) for this tasty match.
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      Meanwhile, Mauricio Pochettino’s would have been delighted to see his Chelsea side progress to the Carabao Cup quarter-finals with no fresh injury concerns.
      But the Blues boss will potentially still have a number of key players missing.
      Carney Chukwuemeka (knee), Mykhailo Mudryk (muscle), Trevoh Chalobah (hamstring), Ben Chilwell (hamstring), Armando Broja (muscle), Romeo Lavia (ankle), Christopher Nkunku (knee) and Wesley Fofana (cruciate ligament) are all expected to be unavailable.
      What are the latest odds?

      Tottenham to win 11/10
      Draw 5/2
      Chelsea to win 9/4

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes are correct at time of publication More

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      What is Kevin Magnussen’s net worth?

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      KEVIN Magnussen has been an F1 fixture since debuting with a podium finish in 2014. But who is he? Here’s what we know about the Danish driver and his family life.
      Kevin Magnussen has been driving for the Haas F1 Team since 2017
      Who is Kevin Magnussen?
      Kevin Magnussen is a Danish Formula One racing car driver, who drives for the Haas F1 Team. 
      He is the son of former F1 driver, Jan Magnussen.
      Kevin followed in his father’s footsteps and started his career through the McLaren Formula One team’s Young Driver Programme.
      He drove for McClaren for the first time in the 2014 Formula One World Championship, before moving to Renault for one season in 2016.
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      Magnussen drove for the Haas team from 2017 to 2020, before being dropped and replaced by rookies Nikita Mazepin and Mick Schumacher.
      Russian driver Mazepin’s contract was terminated following Russia’s attack on Ukraine, and Magnussen was brought back in to fill his seat, signing a multi-year deal.
      In 2022, Kevin was responsible for Haas’ first-ever F1 pole position for the short sprint race at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
      At the Mexican Grand Prix in October 2023, Kevin’s car burst into flames, causing the race to be suspended.
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      The incident came after a suspected suspension failure, which caused Kevin to lose control and collide with the wall.
      Magnussen walked to the medical car to be taken for standard procedure checks. 
      Haas F1 team said: “An update on Kevin: He’s at the medical centre and after a check-over is ok, but is being kept a little while longer just for observations.”
      What age is Kevin Magnussen?
      Kevin was born on October 5, 1992, in the city of Roskilde, Denmark.
      He is the son of four-time Le Mans winner and former Formula One driver Jan Magnussen, born in 1973.
      His mother, Britt Petersen was born in 1975 — little is known about her. 
      Kevin has two half-siblings, that his father Jan had with his second wife, Christina: Luca, born in 2009, and Millie, born in 2011. 
      Kevin’s cousin Dennis Lind, born in 1993, is also a racecar driver. 
      Dennis competes in the GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup, driving for JP Motorsports.
      As teenagers, the cousins competed together, with Dennis coming in second behind Kevin in the 2008 Formula Ford Danish Championship.
      Is Kevin Magnussen married and does he have any children?
      Kevin Magnussen is married to Louise Gjørup.
      Kevin revealed that he had proposed to Louise after the Mexico Grand Prix in October 2018.
      The pair tied the knot on October 10, 2019, in a private ceremony in their home country of Denmark.
      The new bride posted photos of the wedding day on Instagram, with her 18,600 followers: “One month with the most important, loving, caring and absolutely perfect husband! Love you.”
      Kevin and Louise have two daughters together.
      Their first child, Laura, was born prematurely on January 11, 2021.
      Louise posted the news on Instagram, writing: “The day my entire world changed forever you are our tiny little miracle!”
      “You gave your mom and dad a big shock by coming 7 weeks earlier than expected”, Louise said.
      “But ever since you came into this world we have loved you,” she added.
      The couple’s second baby was born in August 2023.
      Kevin shared the news with his 1.2 million Instagram followers: “Laura is now a big sister. Welcome to the world Agnes. We love you so much”.
      What is Kevin Magnussen’s net worth?
      Kevin Magnussen’s net worth is estimated at $30 million. 
      He earns a yearly salary of $6 million from Haas. 
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      Kevin’s team, Haas, is worth $780 million. 
      Also on the Haas team is German driver Nico Hulkenberg. More

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      Fulham vs Man Utd: Under-fire Ten Hag faces crucial Cottagers clash in huge Prem match – stream, TV channel, teams

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      MANCHESTER UNITED boss Erik ten Hag is under immense pressure as his side travel to Fulham for an intriguing Premier League contest.Goals from Miguel Almiron, Lewis Hall and Joe Willock saw the Red Devils go crashing out of the Carabao Cup at the hands of Newcastle.
      Manchester United were dumped out of the Carabao Cup by NewcastleCredit: Alamy
      And it was a result that has now meant United have made their worst start to the season in 61 years.
      But the Manchester giants will be expected to bounce back against Fulham who are lingering in the bottom half of the table.
      However, Marco Silva’s men go into this game fresh from a Carabao Cup fourth-round win against Championship outfit, Ipswich Town.
      When is Fulham vs Man Utd?

      Manchester United’s crucial lunchtime clash against Fulham will take place on Saturday, November 4.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 12:30pm GMT.
      Craven Cottage is the allocated venue for this Premier League match and it can host approximately 25,700 fans.
      Goals from Jadon Sancho and Bruno Fernandes helped United overturn a one-goal deficit when the sides met on the last day of the 2022/23 campaign.

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      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Fulham vs Manchester United will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
      Coverage is expected to commence from 11am GMT – one hour and 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Fans can also stream the action on Discovery+ via any mobile device or tablet.
      Alternatively, follow SunSport’s live blog for minute-by-minute coverage of the entire match.

      What is the team news?
      Marco Silva would have been pleased to see his side progress to the quarter-final of the Carabao Cup without picking up any new injuries.
      However, the Fulham boss is set to continue without the quintet of Issa Diop (foot), Kenny Tete (muscle), Adama Troare (muscle), Tosin Adarabioyo (groin) and Steven Benda (cruciate ligament) for the United clash.
      Elsewhere, Casemiro’s return to the team was cut short as the Brazilian icon sustained a muscular injury during the Carabao Cup Newcastle defeat.
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      And it could mean that Casemiro will be joining Tyrell Malacia (knee), Lisandro Martinez (foot), Amad Diallo (knee) and Luke Shaw (muscle) on the sidelines.
      While there is still no return date for exiled Jadon Sancho.
      Casemiro was forced off with an injury having just returned from an ankle issueCredit: AP
      What are the latest odds?

      Fulham to win 23/10
      Draw 5/2
      Man Utd to win 11/10

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power are correct at time of publication More

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      Newcastle vs Arsenal: Gunners face high-flying Magpies in a thrilling Premier League contest – stream, TV channel, teams

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      ARSENAL face a mammoth Premier League challenge as they travel to Tyneside where high-flying Newcastle awaits.The Gunners were hoping to be battling on all fronts this campaign after having an impressive start to the season.
      Declan Rice had a disappointing return to former club West HamCredit: Getty
      Ex-Arsenal midfielder Joe Willock scored a stunner against Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      However, a damning performance at the London Stadium helped West Ham dump Mikel Arteta’s men out of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.
      And now, Arsenal will have to pick themselves up against a Newcastle side who recently thrashed Manchester United at Old Trafford.
      But the North London outfit are yet to taste defeat in the league – something that only bitter rivals Tottenham have achieved so far.
      When is Newcastle vs Arsenal?

      Arsenal’s mouthwatering match against Newcastle will take place on Saturday, November 4.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 5:30pm GMT.
      St James’ Park is the allocated venue for this huge Premier League fixture and it can host approximately 52,000 fans.
      Martin Odegaard’s strike and an own goal from Fabian Schar saw the Gunners escape Newcastle with a 2-0 win last time the teams met.

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      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Newcastle vs Arsenal will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
      Coverage is expected to commence from 5pm GMT on both channels – 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Fans also have the option to stream the action on NOW TV via any mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, follow SunSport’s live blog for minute-by-minute coverage of the entire match.

      What is the team news?
      Newcastle boss Eddie Howe would have been devastated to see Matt Target forced off during the Manchester United win after just three minutes with a hamstring issue.
      And it could possibly see the Magpies defender miss the Arsenal clash along with Harvey Barnes (foot), Aleksandr Isak (groin), Elliot Anderson (back), Jacob Murphy (shoulder), Lewis Miley (muscle) and Sven Botman (knee).
      While £70million summer signing Sandro Tonali continues to serve his ten-month footballing ban.
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      Elsewhere, Mikel Arteta revealed that Emile Smith Rowe missed the West Ham defeat due to a knee issue which will see him sidelined along with Gabriel Jesus (hamstring), Thomas Partey (muscle) and Jurrien Timber (knee).
      Emile Smith Rowe sustained a knee injury before the West Ham defeatCredit: Alamy
      What are the latest odds?

      Newcastle to win 17/10
      Draw 23/10
      Arsenal to win 6/4

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power are correct at time of publication More

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      When is Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral?

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      THE death of Sir Bobby Charlton left the football world devastated after the passing of the legendary former player was confirmed in October 2023.The star, widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time, played a major role in England’s World Cup triumph in 1966 and enjoyed a hugely successful career with former club Manchester United.
      Manchester United have confirmed plans for a funeral for former player Sir Bobby Charlton after his death in October 2023Credit: EPA/WILL OLIVER
      When is Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral?
      Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral will take place on November 13, it has been confirmed by his former team Manchester United.
      The service be held at Manchester Cathedral on at 2pm GMT.
      The procession will stop at Old Trafford en route to the cathedral.
      A private family funeral will follow the Manchester Cathedral service.
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      When did Sir Bobby Charlton die?
      Sir Bobby Charlton died on October 21, 2023, at the age of 86.
      News of his death was announced by his family, who confirmed that he “passed away peacefully” and surrounded by his loved ones.
      The family released a statement which read: “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Sir Bobby passed peacefully in the early hours of Saturday morning.
      “He was surrounded by his family.
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      “His family would like to pass on their thanks to everyone who has contributed to his care and for the many people who have loved and supported him.
      “We would request that the family’s privacy be respected at this time”.
      On November 1 it was then reported that Charlton had died after an accidental fall at a care home.
      The star had been living at The Willows care home in Knutsford where he was battling dementia, and was pronounced dead at Macclesfield General Hospital five days after the fall.
      Tests carried out on Charlton after he arrived the hospital indicated that he had fractured his ribs and was likely to develop pneumonia, leading to him being put on end-of-life care.
      His full cause of death was given as trauma in the lungs, a fall and dementia.
      When is the memorial service at Old Trafford?
      Exact timings are still to be confirmed but fans will have the opportunity to pay tribute and say farewell to Sir Bobby Charlton at Old Trafford on November 13.
      The legendary former player’s funeral procession will stop at his former grounds on the way to Manchester Cathedral.
      Thousands of flowers, balloons, photos, and cards have already been laid outside of the stadium since news of Sir Bobby’s death broke.
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      Charlton played more than 750 games for Manchester United over his 17-year with the club.
      With Sir Bobby playing, the team won the European Cup and the FA Cup. More

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      Who is QPR manager Marti Cifuentes?

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      QUEENS Park Rangers have confirmed Marti Cifuentes as the club’s new head coach.But who is he and when was the appointment announced? Here’s everything you need to know about Marti Cifuentes’ coaching career.
      Marti Cifuentes pictured during his stint at Hammarby IFCredit: Getty
      Who is Marti Cifuentes?
      Marti Cifuentes, born July 7, 1982, is a Spanish football coach.
      He has has spent almost a decade in management and coached in the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Norway and Denmark.
      When did Marti Cifuentes become head coach at Queens Park Rangers?
      On October 30, 2023, it was reported that Queens Park Rangers have announced the appointment Marti Cifuentes as Gareth Ainsworth’s successor.
      Cifuentes arrives from Swedish top-flight side Hammarby.
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      A statement from QPR CEO Lee Hoos read: ”We are delighted to bring Martí in and I would firstly like to thank Hammarby for being fantastic to deal with throughout the process.
      ”Martí is an exciting appointment and we look forward to seeing the impact he can have.
      ”Having a succession plan in place is a necessary part of football, irrespective of how the team are performing.
      ”Martí is someone we have been aware of so we are really pleased to have been able to secure his services.”
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      QPR sacked Gareth Ainsworth after nine Championship games without a win left them six points from safety in 23rd place.
      The 50-year-old was appointed in February following 11 years at Wycombe but he won only five of 28 games in charge.
      When was Marti Cifuentes coach at Hammarby IF and which other teams has he coached?
      Prior to taking on the position at QPR, Cifuentes was the head coach at Swedish club Hammarby IF.
      He was appointed the role in 2022.
      Following brief spells as a youth coach with Millwall, Ajax and Spanish sides Terrassa FC and UE Rubi, Cifuentes’ first venture into senior management began with UE Sant Andreu in February 2014.
      He then joined CE L’Hospitalet ahead of the 2015/16 campaign, before spending time with AIK in Sweden across their academy and reserve team between 2017 and 2018.
      In the summer of 2018, Cifuentes was named head coach of Norwegian side Sandefjord, before making to move to Danish side Aalborg BK.
      The following season, Hammarby came to an agreement with the club and Cifuentes later returned to Sweden.
      There he has enjoyed great sporting success, helping the club to third in 2022, while also reaching the final of the Svenska Cupen.
      Cifuentes took control of his last fixture for Hammarby on Monday, October 30, 2023.
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      Following the announcement from QPR, Cifuentes’ first game of his appointment will be against Rotherham United on November 4, 2023.
      He arrives at a side with two wins in 14 league games and they are six points behind Huddersfield Town who are just outside the drop zone. More

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      F1 Brazil Grand Prix 2023: Start time, stream, TV channel, full schedule as Hamilton hunts Perez’s second spot

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has just THREE races left to leapfrog Red Bull racer Sergio Perez on the F1 leaderboards – and the Brazil GP is up next.Perez, 33, has occupied second spot behind his championship-winning teammate Max Verstappen for most of the campaign.
      Lewis Hamilton finished second behind Max Verstappen in MexicoCredit: Rex
      But Hamilton closed the gap to just 20 points after his P2 finish in Mexico.
      Furthermore, the British mogul is no stranger to winning in Brazil having done so in 2016 and 2018.
      However, Hamilton’s last first place finish came way back in December 2021.
      When is the F1 Brazil Grand Prix 2023?

      The F1 Brazil Grand Prix is scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 5.
      It is expected to get underway from 5pm GMT – 2pm local time.
      Grande Premio de Sao Paulo will be the allocated track for this race and it can host approximately 60,000 fans.
      Lewis Hamilton’s teammate George Russell raced to victory during the 2022 edition.

      What TV channel is the F1 Brazil Grand Prix 2023 on and can it be live streamed?

      The F1 Brazil Grand Prix will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports F1.
      Subscription members of Sky Sports can stream the entire action on the Sky Go app or Sky Sports website.
      The race will also be available to NOW TV users via all mobile devices and tablets.
      Alternatively, SunSport will have lap-by-lap coverage of the whole race including podium reaction.

      FULL schedule
      Friday, November 3

      Practice One – 2:30pm GMT
      Qualifying – 6pm GMT

      Saturday, November 4
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      Sprint Shootout – 2pm GMT
      Sprint – 6:30pm GMT

      Sunday, November 5

      Race – 5pm GMT

      Complete F1 2023 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix this year

      Driver standings
      Here are the current F1 Driver standings:

      Max Verstappen / Red Bull Racing / 491
      Sergio Perez / Red Bull Racing / 240
      Lewis Hamilton / Mercedes / 220
      Carlos Sainz / Ferrari / 183
      Fernando Alonso / Aston Martin / 183
      Lando Norris / McLaren / 169
      Charles Leclerc / Ferrari / 166
      George Russell / Mercedes / 151
      Oscar Piastri / McLaren / 87
      Pierre Gasly / Alpine / 56
      Lance Stroll / Aston Martin / 53
      Esteban Ocon / Alpine / 45
      Alexander Albon / Williams / 27
      Valtteri Bottas / Alfa Romeo / 10
      Nico Hulkenberg / Haas / 9
      Yuki Tsounda / Alphatauri / 8
      Daniel Ricciardo / Alphatauri / 6
      Zhou Guanyu / Alfa Romeo / 6
      Kevin Magnussen / Haas / 3
      Liam Lawson / AlphaTauri / 2
      Logan Sargeant / Williams / 1
      Nyck De Vries / Alphatauri / 0  More