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      What was Ken Block’s net worth?

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      RACING driver Ken Block has died at the age of 55 in a snowmobile accident in Utah on January 2, 2023.Outside of rallying he was a successful businessman and co-owned a number of companies – here’s what we know about his net worth.
      Rally legend Ken Block died aged 55 in a snowmobile accidentCredit: Reuters
      What was Ken Block’s net worth?
      Ken Block’s net worth has been estimated between $100million and $200million.
      Reports suggest that he had a $200million fortune in 2012 but that this had shrunk by up to half by 2023.
      He owned an extensive car collection and at least two large properties.
      His main home was in Park City, Utah, while he also had a house in Rancho Santa Fe, California.
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      What did Ken Block do before racing?
      Before taking up rallying, Block was a successful businessman and general action sports enthusiast.
      He co-founded skating fashion company DC Shoes in 1994 and the company sponsored his debut car in 2005.
      He was then inspired to try racing at the age of almost 40 by his friend Travis Pastrana.
      How did Ken Block get rich?
      Block’s wealth came mainly from his rallying career and the two companies he co-owned, DC Shoes, and motor apparel brand Hoonigan Industries.
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      Ken and business partner Damon Way sold DC Shoes for $87million.
      They made $1.5million in their first year after setting up the company with a $10,000 loan from Block’s parents.
      After its sale, Ken remained at DC Shoes as Brand Vision Leader.
      Ken was “Head Hoonigan in Charge” of Hoonigan Industries up until his death.
      The company made clothing and other apparel for petrolheads and also operated Block’s racing team in partnership with Ford until 2021.
      The driver also raced in every rally season from his 2005 debut until 2015, winning 15 Rally America races and six Global RallyCross races in his decade-long career.
      Spin-off Hoonigan Media Machine created video content for fans including the popular Gymkhana Files, which reportedly brought in more sponsors for his racing career.
      What happened to Ken Block?
      Block died in a snowmobile accident near his ranch in Park City, Utah, on the afternoon of January 2 2023.
      According to cops, he was riding the snowmobile down a steep slope when the vehicle upended and landed on top of him.
      Block was riding in a group, but was alone when the accident happened.
      Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office confirmed his death in a statement, adding: “We are saddened to hear of the loss of Kenneth and our hearts are with his family and friends so deeply affected.
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      “We thank all of our first responders for their continued service.”
      The state’s medical examiner will now work to determine the exact cause of death. More

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      Who was Ken Block and what was his cause of death?

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      RALLY star Ken Block tragically died on Monday, January 2, 2023, at the age of 55 at his ranch in Utah.The driving legend’s passing was announced by his team, Honnigan Racing Division – here’s everything we know.
      Ken Block died aged 55 in Utah on January 2
      Who was Ken Block?
      Ken Block was a rally car driver, with a decade-long professional career, racing in every season between 2005 and 2015.
      He also competed in a range of other action sports, including skateboarding, snowboarding and motocross.
      As well as racing, he co-founded DC Shoes, a skating fashion brand, in 1994 and co-owned Hoonigan industries, which makes clothing and apparel for motor enthusiasts.
      He is best known to British audiences for appearing in two episodes of Top Gear.
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      Block also found fame for his series of “gymkhana” videos on YouTube, in which he performed daring stunts in a range of vehicles.
      Block was born in California on November 21, 1967.
      He is survived by his wife Lucy and 16-year-old daughter Lia, who is also a racing driver.
      How did Ken Block die?
      Block died in a snowmobile accident near his ranch in Park City, Utah, on the afternoon of January 2 2023.
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      According to cops, he was riding the snowmobile down a steep slope when the vehicle upended and landed on top of him.
      He was riding in a group, but was alone when the accident happened.
      Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office confirmed his death in a statement, adding: “We are saddened to hear of the loss of Kenneth and our hearts are with his family and friends so deeply affected.
      “We thank all of our first responders for their continued service.”
      The state’s medical examiner will now work to determine the exact cause of death.
      Who did Ken Block race for?
      The much-loved driver has raced with a few different teams over the course of his celebrated career.
      He debuted in 2005 with Vermont SportsCar and raced under a sponsorship deal with Subaru.
      However, he signed with the Ford-sponsored Monster World Rally Team in 2010.
      That team later became Hoonigan Racing Division, in partnership with Block’s own Hoonigan Industries.
      When was Ken Block on Top Gear?
      Block appeared in two Top Gear episodes, one in 2009 and one in 2010.
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      In the first, he starred alongside James May as “Captain Slow” m in his Subaru for a rally stage around Inyokern Airport in California.
      And in the second he was challenged by Jeremy Clarkson to drive a three-wheeled Reliant Robin around the test track – but he rolled it at the first corner and escaped unharmed. More

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      Arsenal vs Newcastle: Live stream, TV channel, team news, kick-off time for Premier League clash

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      ARSENAL host Newcastle as the Premier League rolls on into the New Year.The Gunners top the table by seven points going into the game, and can extend to 10 with victory as Manchester City play Chelsea later in the week.
      Arsenal held off Brighton to go seven points clearCredit: Getty
      Though in their way is a tough tie against Newcastle, who can leapfrog City into second place with a win.
      The Gunners went seven points clear with a 4-2 win at Brighton on New Year’s Eve, while the Magpies were held 0-0 at home to Leeds.
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      When is Arsenal vs Newcastle?
      Arsenal vs Newcastle is on Tuesday, January 3.
      The big match kicks off at 7.45pm.
      The Emirates Stadium plays host.
      What TV channel and live stream is Arsenal vs Newcastle on?
      Arsenal vs Newcastle will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
      Sky begin their coverage at 7pm.
      Eddie Howe’s Newcastle can jump into second with a winCredit: AFP
      What is the team news?
      Gabriel Jesus will be unavailable for a long period of time due to a knee injury, he recently underwent surgery.
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      Reiss Nelson is with him in the treatment room because of a hamstring issue.
      Arteta has hinted that Emile Smith Rowe could make his return this month after a lengthy spell out injured.
      The game versus fellow high-flyers Newcastle is expected to come too soon for his comeback although he is training again.
      For the visitors, star man Alexander Isak remains out with a thigh injury picked up on international duty with Sweden, though he is nearing a return to fitness.
      What are the odds?
      Arsenal to win: 4/5
      Newcastle to win: 7/2
      Draw: 29/10
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      Is Man Utd vs Bournemouth on TV? Channel, kick-off time, team news

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      MANCHESTER UNITED take on Bournemouth in Premier League action next.The Red Devils have been impressive in recent weeks and sit in the Champions League spots.
      Manchester United beat Wolves last time outCredit: Getty
      Bournemouth, on the other hand, lost both games since the World Cup break and will be keen to put things right.
      SunSport have all the information ahead of the clash.
      When is Manchester United vs Bournemouth?

      Man Utd take on Bournemouth on Tuesday, 3rd January.
      Old Trafford will play host to the fixture.
      Kick-off is expected to get underway from 8pm UK time.

      Is Manchester United vs Bournemouth on TV?

      Unfortunately for UK fans, this clash has not been picked out for TV coverage.
      Instead, Sky Sports will show Arsenal’s clash against Newcastle.
      However, you can keep up with the latest from Old Trafford with our live blog.

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      Lisandro Martinez could be back in the starting XI for Man Utd after winning the World Cup.
      Luke Shaw has been ever so impressive in central defence but the return of the Argentinian could see Shaw move back ot left-back.
      Diogo Dalot remains a doubt while Axel Tuanzebe, Jaden Sancho and Scott McTominay may also miss the clash.
      Marcus Rashford will likely start after being named on the bench last time out following ‘internal discipline’ issues.
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      For the visitors, Phillip Billing is a huge doubt after being taken off against Crystal Palace.
      David Brooks and Neto are also unavailable and Ryan Fredericks, Junior Stanislas and Marcus Tavernier are also doubts.
      Odds

      Man Utd win – 1/4
      Draw – 9/2
      Bournemouth win – 12/1

      Odds courtesy of Betfair and correct at time of writing… More

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      What happened to Dele Alli and where is he now?

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      UNDER Mauricio Pochettino at Tottenham, Dele Alli was one of the hottest properties in European football.From the moment the Argentinian manager got the sack, the career of Dele Alli seemed to nosedive like a rock thrown off a boat in the ocean.
      Alli is having to try and rebuild his career at the age of 26Credit: Getty
      What happened to Dele Alli?
      The final whistle went, the heads dropped, they had lost the Champions League final to Liverpool.
      Tottenham’s players were dejected, to come so far, just to fall at by far the most painful hurdle.
      It was to be a sequence of events that would see manager Mauricio Pochettino lose his job and for the career of one his star players to take an unpredictable turn.
      During the “Mauricio Years” Alli could do no wrong and was often a contender for ‘Goal of the Month’ with some insane goals and being linked to some of the best clubs in Europe.
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      Everything seemed to be ticking for him and Tottenham, with likes of Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min offering more goal threat too.
      He seemed to have a close relationship with the Tottenham manager but his departure seemed to be the catalyst for the demise of the player’s career.
      Alli ended up moving on-loan to Everton to see if he could give his career the kick-start it now seemed to need.
      Sadly, the move didn’t work out and Tottenham soon accepted a loan offer from Turkish club Besiktas.
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      Where is Dele Alli now?
      Dele Alli is currently on loan at Turkish Super League side Besiktas.
      He is still owned by Tottenham so will be returning to North London at the end of his spell in Turkey.
      Alli has played seven games so far, scoring one goal in the process.
      Struggling to find full match fitness and form, some quarters have questioned the player’s contribution with him even being booed off the pitch.
      Has Dele Alli played for England?
      Dele Alli has played for his country at most youth levels before breaking into the senior setup.
      It was Roy Hodgson who was to give him his first England call-up where he came on as a late substitute against Estonia.
      He had to wait until November 17, 2015, when Alli was to score his first Three Lions’ goal as he beat Tottenham teammate Hugo Lloris to give England the lead against France.
      That year they were to come back from 2-0 down in Berlin to win 3-2 that saw Alli named BBC’s Man of the Match.
      He has played 37 times for the senior side, scoring 3 goals in the process. More

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      What happened to Arsenal legend Quincy Owusu-Abeyie?

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      FORMER Arsenal academy player, Quincy Owusu-Abeyie’s football career never panned out the way he had once hoped.The journey he had with The Gunners, he admits himself, prevented him going in a direction that would have led to a very different life.
      Owusu-Abeyie scored his debut goal against Everton in the League CupCredit: PA:Press Association
      Who is Quincy Owusu-Abeyie?
      Born in Amsterdam, Netherlands, his parents are both Ghanaian.
      Owusu-Abeyie grew up in Bijlmermeer, which he says himself is regarded locally as “the hood”.
      It was clear from an early age that he loved to play football and spent most of his time playing with friends.
      With his surroundings, the temptation was there for a lot of negativity in his life and for it to head down the wrong path, but fortunately for him signing for Arsenal kept him away from all of that.
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      Who did Quincy Owusu-Abeyie play for?
      Quincy Owusu-Abeyie was signed into the Ajax youth system at the age of nine before being released at sixteen for alleged attitude problems.
      This led to him signing for Arsenal, where he was eventually to be offered his first professional contract, on his 18th birthday.
      Sadly for Owusu-Abeyie, he struggled to break into the first team, with Arsenal having such a wealth of stars such as Thierry Henry, Emmanuel Adebayor and Dennis Bergkamp.
      He became a bit of a football-journeyman for the rest of his playing career with stints at Spartak Moscow, Celta Vigo, Birmingham City, Malaga and Panathinaikos amongst some of the clubs on his resume.
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      Owusu-Abeyie headed back to his native Netherlands for his final swansong with amateur side SV Robinhood.
      It was a career that promised so much from the skilful youngster who clearly had a lot of natural talent.
      He never really settled anywhere, never playing more than thirty-eight games for any one club, before falling out of love with the game completely.
      Despite playing for Netherlands at youth level, he opted to play for Ghana at senior level, playing seventeen times and scoring two goals.
      What happened to Quincy Owusu-Abeyie?
      In 2016, Dutch airwaves were playing a series of tracks from a new artist called “Blow”.
      The rapper seemed to want to stay out of the limelight, wearing balaclavas, sunglasses and even a black medical mask in videos to conceal his identity.
      As Blow’s popularity increased, so did the interest in the mystique about the rapper’s true identity.
      In January 2020, the mask was finally removed, unveiling himself as ex-Arsenal footballer Quincy Owusu-Abeyie.
      He retired from football at the age of 30 to pursue a career of being a rapper full-time.
      When he was living in Russia, playing for Spartak Moscow, he built himself his own studio to take his music to another level.
      Music is a major part of his life, as he says “I love music. I listen to music every day. Wake up, music. Go to bed, music. Shower, music. Every day, music.”
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      Blow, as he is now known, said he won’t miss football at all saying “This is my job now. This is who I am.”
      You can check out Blow’s music by following him on Instagram @itsblowmusic. More

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      Why has Marcus Rashford been dropped to the bench for Man Utd’s clash at Wolves?

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      ERIK TEN HAG has wielded the axe as Marcus Rashford has been dropped to the bench for Manchester United’s Premier League clash at Wolves.The England international, 25, has been in red-hot form this season but won’t start against Wanderers.
      Ruthless Erik ten Hag has dropped Marcus Rashford for United’s game at WolvesCredit: Getty
      And he has bagged two goals in his last two games, following his three-goal haul at the World Cup for the Three Lions.
      Why has Marcus Rashford been dropped for Manchester United at Wolves?
      When asked by BT Sport ahead at Molineux why Rashford was not in United’s starting XI, Ten Hag said: “Internal discipline.”
      In the studio for BT, former United stars Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes said: “It’s difficult to know the truth. he said internal disciplinary, maybe lateness.
      “He’s got the lad in the form of his life but for him to stand by it, we will see if it’s a wise decision.

      “I love [Ten Hag] – he doesn’t care who it is, he’s obviously done something that’s upset him.
      Ferdinand said: “We saw it with the Ronaldo situation, if a manager showed weakness, the most important people are the people in the changing room.
      “If they nod and respect the decision, that is positive. Over the last few years, United have needed a hardness and discipline.
      “Ten Hag is cold, he’s concise, direct and to the point, the players will appreciate that.”
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      Who are Al Nassr? All you need to know about Saudi Arabia side Cristiano Ronaldo has joined

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO has become world’s highest paid athlete after joining Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr. The Portuguese superstar – who has been a free agent since his Manchester United contract was ripped up last month – will earn £173MILLION a year in the Middle East after penning a two-year deal.
      Ronaldo pictured with his new Al Nassr shirtCredit: instagram.com/cristiano/
      Cristiano Ronaldo left Manchester United earlier this monthCredit: Reuters
      The 37-year-old has spent his career playing for Sporting Lisbon, United, Real Madrid and Juventus before joining the Red Devils again last year.
      But this season he fell out of favour with United boss Erik Ten Hag, who disciplined Ronaldo after he refused to come off the bench in a win over Tottenham earlier this season.
      And it is now the Saudi Arabian league for CR7.

      Al Nassr are sitting second in the Saudi Premier League this season
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      Who are Al Nassr?
      Al Nassr are a Saudi Arabian football club who play their games Saudi Pro League (SPL).
      They were founded in 1955 and are one of Saudi Arabia’s most successful football teams, winning nine league titles, three Crown Prince’s Cups, three Federation Cups and two Saudi Super Cups.
      They are managed by ex-Lyon manager Rudi Garcia, who has also managed Roma and Lille previously.
      Al Nassr play their home games at Mrsool Park, which holds a capacity of 25,000 fans.
      The club have also been previously managed by World Cup winning captain with Italy – Fabio Cannavaro.
      Last season, Al Nassr finished third in the SPL, but they were knocked out of the King Cup and the AFC Champions League by Al-Hilal.
      And this season, the nine-time Saudi champs are sitting second in the league, three points behind Al-Shabab.
      One notable footballer who plays for Al Nassr is ex-Arsenal goalkeeper David Ospina, who joined in the summer. More