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      What happened to Jules Bianchi?

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      JULES BIANCHI sadly passed away following suffering severe head injuries in a crash during the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix.Bianchi was tipped to be a top prospect in F1 and had the potential to be the future of Ferrari.
      F1 drivers taking part in a minutes silence before the Hungarian Grand Prix
      Who was Jules Bianchi?
      Bianchi was born in Nice, France, on August 3rd, 1989, making him just 25 years old when he tragically passed away.
      He drove for Marissia for two years and made his debut in the 2013 Australian GP.
      That season, he ended in 19th place after failing to score any points.
      The 2014 Monaco F1 Grand Prix was Bianchi’s best finish as he placed 9th.
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      How did Jules Bianchi die?
      During the 2014 Japanese GP, Bianchi lost control of his Marussia and clashed with a recovery vehicle.
      The weather conditions in Japan during the time of the 2014 Grand Prix were treacherous and delayed the race from getting underway.
      Following the collision, Bianchi suffered a diffuse axonal injury which is caused by severe damage to the head.
      Bianchi spent nine months in a coma before passing away in 2015.
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      He was the first F1 driver to die from injuries that occurred during a Grand Prix since Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna.
      What did his family say?
      In a statement, his family said: “Jules fought right to the very end, as he always did, but today his battle came to an end.”
      The Marussia team, now known as Manor, said Bianchi had left an “indelible mark on all our lives”. More

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      When is FA Cup quarter-final draw? Date, start time, TV channel, stream FREE, ball numbers

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      BRACE yourselves football fans as the FA Cup quarter-final is fast approaching – and SunSport has all the information on the draw.Manchester United continue their quadruple hunt with a fifth-round encounter against London outfit West Ham.
      Clubs will be hoping they can clinch the FA Cup this seasonCredit: Getty
      Tottenham face a tough away test when they take on Championship side Sheffield United.
      And Premier League champions Manchester City set off on their travels to Bristol City.
      But when do the teams that progress find out who are they playing in the quarter-final?
      When is the FA Cup quarter-final draw?
      The draw for the FA Cup quarter-final will take place on Wednesday, March 1.
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      It is scheduled to start after the conclusion of Sheffield United’s mouth-watering tie against Tottenham.
      How can I watch the FA Cup quarter-final draw?
      The FA Cup quarter-final draw will be broadcast LIVE on BBC One in the UK.
      However, the official Emirates FA Cup social media channels are set to stream the entire action.
      Alternatively, fans can follow the draw through SunSport’s live blog.
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      Can I watch the draw for FREE?
      To put it simply, yes!
      Fans can watch the FA Cup quarter-final for FREE on BBC One in the UK as long they have a valid TV license.
      What teams can progress to the quarter-final?
      Below are the allocated ball numbers for each tie:
      1 Southampton or Grimsby Town2 Leicester City or Blackburn Rovers3 Stoke City or Brighton & Hove Albion4 Sheffield United or Tottenham Hotspur5 Fulham or Leeds United6 Bristol City or Manchester City7 Manchester United or West Ham United8 Burnley or Fleetwood Town
      And the quarter-final encounters will be played across the weekend of Saturday, March 18. More

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      What is DRS in F1? All you need to know about Drag Reduction System

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      FORMULA ONE cars are packed with gadgets to make them go as fast as possible across the tarmac.But with so much technology to know and understand, fans can easily get confused. Here, we tell you everything you need to know about the Drag Reduction System (DRS).
      Max Verstappen, left, is using Drag Reduction System to overtake Charles Leclerc, who is not using DRS
      The drag reduction system (DRS) is an overtaking aid designed to make racing more exciting using the simple laws of aerodynamics.
      Here is all you need to know about the rear wing system.What does DRS stand for?
      DRS stands for drag reduction system.
      This is a method used by F1 drivers to follow their rivals more closely and therefore overtake them.
      When in a DRS zone, a driver within one second of a rival car may activate the DRS.
      This is not automatic and a driver usually has a button on their steering wheel to activate the system.
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      How does DRS help to overtake?
      Within the push of a button, a driver can open up part of the rear wing.
      It is used to reduce aerodynamic drag and increase the straight-line speed of the car.
      That will allow them to close in on the car in front quicker than they would normally be able to.
      There is at least one DRS zone on each track in F1 but some have as many as three to help to overtake.
      When can they use it?
      The drivers can only use the DRS during designated activation zones.
      To ensure that overtaking is not too easy, the length and location of the zones are carefully controlled.
      They must be within one second of a car in front to be able to use the DRS.
      Most tracks have a DRS zone on their main straight, helping the likes of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen as they look to win.
      Credit: AP
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      When was DRS first used in F1?
      The drag reduction system was introduced to Formula One in 2011.
      Regulations in 2013 stated that no item of the body may be adjustable by the driver during the race – with the exception of the DRS. More

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      Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel and undercard for Las Vegas clash

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      BIG time boxing is back as Gervonta Davis gets ready to take on Ryan Garcia in a massive Las Vegas fight. Davis and Garcia have been locked in negotiations for months over a clash set to be fought at a 136lbs catchweight.
      Gervonta Davis beat Hector Garcia via 9th-round TKO earlier this yearCredit: AP
      Ryan Garcia dropped Javier Fortuna multiple times en route to victoryCredit: Getty
      Both men usually fight at the lightweight limit of 135lbs, but with no titles on the line, an extra pound of weight has been agreed by the fighters.
      Davis is coming off a TKO win over Hector Garcia, having stopped Rolando Romero as well in his sole fight of 2022.
      ‘King Ry’ fought twice last year, beating Emmanuel Tagoe on points before bludgeoning Javier Fortuna in the sixth round.
      Known as two of boxing’s most fearsome punchers, Davis and Garcia will put their undefeated records on the line.

      When is Davis vs Garcia?

      Davis’ huge clash with Garcia will take place on Saturday, April 22.
      The fight will be held in Las Vegas, with a specific venue yet to be determined.
      Reports indicate that the Las Vegas Raiders’ Allegiant Stadium could host its first boxing event with Davis vs Garcia.

      Will it be shown on TV in the UK?
      Davis vs Garcia will be shown live on DAZN and Showtime PPV in the US.
      The UK broadcaster has yet to be confirmed, but Garcia’s last three fights have been shown on DAZN in the UK.
      Live streaming will be available through the DAZN app.
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      Davis vs Garcia undercard
      The undercard for Davis vs Garcia has not been announced yet.
      Welterweight star Jaron Ennis and lightweight prospect William Zepeda could feature on the card.
      What has been said?
      Garcia has previously spoken about an incident between the pair came to blows at a nightclub, claiming Davis tried to grab a chain he was wearing.
      “There’s so many security guards there,” Garcia said. “I knew he wasn’t gonna take my chain or do anything really. He just wanted to seem tough.
      “Outside the ring, you can act tough all you want. Inside the ring, it all changes. I’m not with the acting tough. I’m tough only when I need to be.
      “Al [Haymon] told me to leave him be because he went crying to his lawyer,” Davis tweeted in repsponse to the indicent.
      “Al got a little scared because they was going to pull out of the fight.” More

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      Why didn’t Cristiano Ronaldo vote in the FIFA Men’s Best Award?

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO had been named in the FIFA World XI for the last 14 consecutive years – but that sensational run has come to an end.World Cup winner Lionel Messi collected the FIFA The Best Men’s Player award for 2022, while Ronaldo didn’t even make the World XI squad.
      Lionel Messi won the FIFA Men’s Best Player AwardCredit: Rex
      But not only did Ronaldo not win the award or make the FIFA Fifpro squad.
      Eagle-eyed fans are confused as to why the Portuguese icon didn’t cast his vote – despite all international captains being obliged to do so.
      However, SunSport has solved the mystery below…
      Why did Cristiano Ronaldo not vote?
      The 38-year-old skippered Portugal at the World Cup in Qatar, and there has been no announcement since to suggest that he has been stripped of the armband.

      Fernando Santos was axed as Portugal boss shortly after their elimination, with Roberto Martinez being appointed in his place.
      Rather than Ronaldo, centre-back Pepe voted as Portugal’s captain.
      Upon his appointment, Martinez suggested that Ronaldo would be part of his plans moving forward – despite his predecessor Santos having dropped the Al-Nassr forward during the World Cup.
      Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t vote despite being captain of Portugal at the World CupCredit: Reuters
      Who made the FIFA Fifpro World XI squad?
      World Cup winner Lionel Messi was named in the squad after having such an incredible year.
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      And Karim Benzema’s Ballon d’Or tied in with his Champions League win triumph saw him selected.
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      Astrid Wett vs AJ Bunker: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, full card for Misfits Boxing 005 event

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      ASTRID WETT is set to take to the ring again after beating Keeley Colbran by TKO in KSI’s last Misfits event.OnlyFans star Wett is set to take on Love Island star AJ Bunker as part KSI’s Misfits 005 event.
      Astrid Wett previously beat Keely Colbran at Misfits 002
      Wett is hoping to make it two win in two against AJ Booker
      Wett would like to complete her boxing hattrick after her fight with Booker, with a bout against fellow OnlyFans star Elle Brooke.
      The main event on the night is between Youtube stars Jay Swingler and Nichlmao.
      Astrid revealed a preview into her preparation for the fight as she shared a picture to her Instagram with a busted nose.
      However, she assured fans that it had made no hindrance to her preparation for the fight.
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      KSI will not take part in Misfits 005 but is keen to return to the ring soon, with Jake Paul in his sights.
      When is Astrid Wett vs AJ Booker?

      Astrid Wett vs AJ Booker is set to take place on Saturday, March 4th.
      The event is expected to start at 7pm UK time, with the ring walk expected to be around 8:35pm.
      International Centre Telford will be the venue.

      How can I watch Astrid Wett vs AJ Booker?

      Astrid Wett vs AJ Booker will be shown live on DAZN in the UK.
      DAZN subscribers can stream the whole Misfits 005 event through the DAZN app on any mobile device or tablet.
      If you are not a DAZN member, you can purchase a monthly subscription for £7.99 to access all of DAZN’s live streams for the month.

      Who is on the undercard?
      Here’s the full card for KSI’s huge Misfits 005 event:
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      Jay Swingler vs Nichlmao – MAIN EVENT
      King Kenny vs Ashley Tebi from Rak Su
      Deen The Great vs Pully Arif
      Luis Pineda & BDave vs Stromedy & Austin Sprinz
      Walid Sharks vs N&A Productions
      Astrid Wett vs AJ Bunker
      Ginty vs Halal Ham
      Tempo Arts vs Godson More

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      Jay Swingler vs Nichlmao: Date, UK start time, stream, TV channel, undercard for KSI’s huge Misfits boxing event

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      JAY SWINGLER’S highly-anticipated Misfits boxing battle against Nichlmao is fast approaching – and there are some mouth-watering fights on the undercard.KSI humiliated FaZe Temperrr with a first round KO in series 004 of the rising boxing promotion event.
      KSI beat FaZe Temperrr in the most recent Misfits boxing eventCredit: PA
      Swingler embrassed Cherdley’s in October 2022Credit: Getty
      But fans were left feeling robbed of entertainment as the YouTube superstar’s original opponent Dillon Danis, dropped out after short notice.
      However, this time round, Misfits CEO KSI has pulled some strings to get Swingler and Nichlmao in the ring together as the main event for the show.
      Swingler, 27 lost his first boxing bout to social media star AnEsonGib in 2018, before beating American YouTuber Cherdley’s during series 002 of Misfits.
      And the Instagram famous fighter will be determined to improve his record against boxing debutant Nichlmao.
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      It’s yet to be confirmed whether KSI is eyeing a return to the ring, but SunSport has all the other information on this upcoming event in Telford.
      When is Swingler vs Nichlmao?
      Initially, Misfits 005 was supposed to take place on Saturday, February 25 in Milton Keynes.
      But now, Jay Swingler’s highly-anticipated boxing bout against Nichlmao will take place on Saturday, March 4.
      The event is expected to start at 7pm UK time while the headline for the fifth edition of Misfits will get underway around 10pm UK time.
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      And International Centre Telford is the allocated arena for the entire event which can host approximately 4,000 fans.
      How can I watch Swingler vs Nichlmao?
      Swingler vs Nichlamo will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN in the UK.
      Subscription members can stream the entire action through any mobile device or tablet on the DAZN app.
      However, new members are required to pay a monthly fee of £7.99 for access to DAZN’s live streams.
      Alternatively, SunSport will have round-by-round coverage of every fight on the card.
      Who is on the undercard?
      Jay Swingler and Nichlmao headline this huge event.
      But history will be made as the first ever boxing tag team match is set to take place on Misfits 005.

      Jay Swingler vs Nichlmao – MAIN EVENT
      King Kenny vs Ashley Tebi from Rak Su
      Deen The Great vs Pully Arif
      Luis Pineda & BDave vs Stromedy & Austin Sprinz
      Walid Sharks vs N&A Productions
      Astrid Wett vs AJ Bunker
      Ginty vs Halal Ham
      Tempo Arts vs Godson More

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      Man City vs Newcastle: Pep’s side continue chase on league leaders Arsenal against deflated Magpies – TV, stream, odds

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      MANCHESTER CITY look to close the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal with victory over a deflated Newcastle side.City put four past struggling Bournemouth in an emphatic 4-1 away win.
      Man City duo Erling Haaland and Phil Foden celebrating
      Erling Haaland, Julián Álvarez and Phil Foden were all among the goals at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday.
      Elsewhere, Newcastle will feel deflated having recently lost 2-0 in the Carabao Cup final against Manchester United.
      However, Eddie Howe’s side have only tasted defeat twice in the Premier League this season – both loses coming against Liverpool.
      So the Magpies boss will be determined to see his side get back on track for a top-four finish.
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      When is Man City vs Newcastle?

      Man City vs Newcastle will take place on Saturday, March 4.
      The game will kick off at 12:30pm UK time.
      The Etihad Stadium will play host.

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

      Man City’s clash with Newcastle will be live on BT Sport 1.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog for all the latest updates.

      Team news
      John Stones will be unavailable for the visit of Newcastle United as he is still out with a thigh injury.
      However, Pep Guardiola will be hoping to welcome back Aymeric Laporte after he has been struggling with an illness.
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      Kevin De Bruyne will be pushing for a place in the starting line-up after he was restricted to the bench at Bournemouth, as he too recovers from illness.
      Nick Pope will be back between the sticks for The Magpies, after he served his one-match suspension.
      Emil Kraft will also be missing for the trip to the Etihad as he continues his recovery from an ACL injury.
      Odds

      Man City – 2/5
      Draw – 15/4
      Newcastle – 6/1

      *Odds courtesy of Betfair and correct at the time of publication. More