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      Floyd Mayweather vs Mikuru Asakura: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for Money’s return to ring

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER makes his return to the ring this weekend in another money-spinning bout against Japanese MMA fighter Mikuru Asakura. The 50-0 retired boxer hasn’t been in the ring since a clash with sparring partner Don Moore in May.
      Floyd Mayweather will face Mikuru Asakura at the Super Saitama ArenaCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      Floyd Mayweather is undefeated as a professional boxer and has a 50-0 recordCredit: Getty
      Mayweather also fought Logan Paul in a bout which earned him millions of dollars last summer.
      His clash against Asakura will be his first against an MMA fighter since his win over Tenshin Nasukawa in 2018.
      Mayweather has also been rumoured to be in negotiations with KSI’s brother Deji for another exhibition later this year.
      But first he must get through 28-year-old Rizin star Asakura.

      When is Mayweather vs Asakura?

      Mayweather’s clash against Asakura will take place on Sunday, September 25.
      The fight will be held at the Super Saitama Arena in Saitama, Japan.
      The arena is set to welcome 37,000 fans for the mega event.
      The ring-walks will begin at 4am UK time on Sunday, September 25.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Mayweather vs Asakura will be shown live on Fite TV PPV in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the Fite TV app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      It costs £19.99 to watch the event in the UK.

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      Mayweather has partnered up with Japanese MMA promotion RIZIN once again for his next exhibition bout.
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      Hiromasa Ogikubo vs. Soo Chul Kim
      Kyohei Hagiwara vs. Chihiro Suzuki
      Juri Ohara vs. Luiz Gustavo
      Shoma Shibisai vs. Cally Gibrainn de Oliveira

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      What has been said?
      Mayweather said: “My legacy is already engraved in stone.
      “But it’s still great just to go around the world and entertain people from all walks of life.
      “I’m pretty sure he’s gonna come out and give his best, like any and every guy, but I’ve seen every style, so, my job is just to go out there, be me, have fun and do what I do best.
      “September we’re going to have fun and entertain people. I’m Floyd Mayweather to him. He’s just another opponent to me.”
      Asakura said: “I’m an MMA fighter but I’m going to use this opportunity and I’m going to use him to raise my name and my value internationally. I will win this fight.” More

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      Canelo vs GGG 3 live stream and TV guide – how to watch tonight’s huge trilogy fight from Las Vegas

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      CANELO ALVAREZ takes on Gennady Golovkin tonight in a huge trilogy rematch which should settle their epic rivalry. Mexican Alvarez is coming off a loss to Dmitry Bivol back in May while Golovkin became unified middleweight champion a month earlier.
      Canelo and Golovkin will fight for the third time in Las Vegas this weekendCredit: The Mega Agency
      The last time both Alvarez and Golovkin fought each other was four years ago on the very same weekend in September.
      Four-weight champion Alvarez was the victor by a controversial majority decision, and Golovkin has had to stew over that ever since.
      The Kazakh fighter is adamant he can beat Alvarez, just as he and many others believed he did in their very first fight in 2017.
      And now he’ll get his third crack at it, with Las Vegas set to play host for the third time on Saturday night.

      How to watch Canelo vs GGG

      Alvarez vs Golovkin will be shown live on DAZN in the UK and DAZN in the US.
      You can live stream the action from the DAZN app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      A subscription for DAZN in the UK will cost you £7.99-a-month.
      The fight is a pay-per-view event, with the price set at £9.99, on top of your monthly subscription.
      If you’re not a subscriber, you can still purchase the fight for £17.98.
      The Alvarez vs Golovkin ring-walks will get going from 4.30am UK time on Sunday, September 18.

      Credit: SunSport
      🥊Canelo vs GGG 3: Start time, TV channel, live stream and undercard for TONIGHT’S huge fight
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      What has been said?
      “Who is he to finish anybody’s career?” Golovkin has said.
      “If he really wanted this [trilogy] fight back then, if he thought that it’s personal, that fight should have happened immediately.
      “Why was he waiting for four years?”
      Canelo added: “Out of our rivalry, this one will be the most important, and also the fact that he’s going into this fight thinking it’s going to be his last makes him more dangerous.
      “As for myself, I’m going to leave everything in the ring for this fight.
      “Obviously, I go into every fight with the objective of a knockout, and this is no exception.” More

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      Canelo Alvarez vs Gennady Golovkin 3: UK start time, TV channel, live stream for HUGE super-middleweight fight TONIGHT

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      AFTER all the ups and downs of their last two bouts, Canelo Alvarez and Gennady Golvkin are FINALLY set to go head to head for a trilogy bout TONIGHT.And this third bout ends five years of drama between the pair, who will contest the bout up at super-middleweight.
      Canelo Alvarez takes on Gennady Golovkin a third time – and this is how they stack upCredit: SunSport
      Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin are fighting for a THIRD time on Saturday nightCredit: Reuters
      The pair began their rivalry in 2017 when their first fight ended in a contentious split draw, with most spectators believing Golovkin to be the worthy winner.
      And they had a rematch, which Alvarez won by majority decision, a year later.
      That fight was also a close one, and since then, Alvarez has moved up a weight class and since become undisputed champion at super-middleweight.
      Golovkin, meanwhile, has unified the titles at middleweight again, but he’ll finally get a third crack at Alvarez later this year, albeit at 40 years old.
      He’ll be buoyed by the fact, however, that his Mexican foe just lost to light-heavyweight Dmitry Bivol, and will have to come back down for a huge fight with ‘GGG’.
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      When is Canelo vs Golovkin 3?

      Alvarez’s huge trilogy clash with Golovkin will take place on Saturday, September 17, 2022.
      The T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas plays host, just like the two previous contests between the pair.
      In the UK, the fight will get underway in the early hours of the morning on September 18.
      Expect ring-walks to commence at around 4.30am UK time.

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      What live stream and TV channel is Canelo vs Golovkin 3 on?

      Alvarez vs Golovkin will be shown live on DAZN PPV in the UK.
      The fight costs £9.99 on top of your DAZN subscription.
      You can live stream the action from the DAZN app, which is available for download onto your mobile, tablet device and Smart TV.
      In the US, the fight will be available to watch on DAZN PPV.

      Canelo Alvarez beat Gennady Golovkin in their 2018 rematchCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      What happened at the weigh in?
      Moving up to super-middle, GGG came in marginally the heavier man.
      GGG weighed in 167.8lbs, while Canelo was 167.4lbs.
      The weight limit was 168lbs.
      The fighters weighed in in Las Vegas
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      What has been said?
      “I feel very happy and proud to be able to give the best fights and this fight won’t be an exception,” said Canelo.
      And Golovkin has simply said: “I hope to see you on September 17.”
      Promoter Eddie Hearn added: “The Canelo vs GGG trilogy is the biggest fight in boxing and I am delighted to get this made for September 17.
      “These are two men that bitterly dislike each other and want to end this incredible series with a blistering KO.
      “I truly believe this will be the most thrilling fight between these two great champions and it will be fireworks from the first bell to the last man standing.” More

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      Gennady Golovkin net worth 2022 – how much is boxing superstar getting for Canelo trilogy fight?

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      GENNADY GOLOVKIN steps into the ring to complete his trilogy of fights against rival Canelo Alvarez.Their two previous fights have been close – with a draw in 2017 and a controversial majority win for Canelo the following year.
      Canelo and Golovkin fight for the third time
      And GGG – who goes into the fight as the challenger for Canelo’s super-middleweight titles – says the outcome of this bout will not affect his legacy.
      The 40-year-old boxing legend said: “Without any doubt this fight is not going to affect my legacy. Name me a boxer who would not be happy with a career like mine with all my achievements?
      “I do not feel any pressure and I do not think I need to prove anything to anybody.
      “To me it’s just another fight, a fight people have been wanting to see for a long period of time and now it’s actually coming to reality.”
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      What is Gennady Golovkin’s net worth?
      Gennady Golovkin’s net worth is around £30-£40m, according to reports.
      The Kazakh star has also had sponsorship deals with Nike, Hublot and Tecate during his career.
      This will rise considerably following the trilogy fight against Canelo.
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      What is the Canelo vs Golovkin 3 fight purse?
      The champion Canelo will receive a total of $65m (£56m) for the fight including PPV revenue, according to reports.
      While Golovkin will take home a reported $43m (£37m) for the bout.

      🥊Canelo vs GGG 3: Start time, TV channel, live stream and undercard for Saturday’s huge fight
      When is Canelo vs Golovkin 3?
      Canelo vs Golovkin 3 will take place on Saturday, September 17.
      The ring walks for the main event are expected at 4.30am UK time approx.
      The T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas plays host – the same venue as their previous two fights.
      Canelo’s undisputed super-middleweight world titles (IBF, WBA, WBC, WBO plus Ring Magazine) are on the line.
      What live stream and TV channel is fight on?
      Canelo vs Golovkin 3 will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV.
      The fight costs £9.99 on top of your DAZN subscription.
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      Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time, how to watch

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      THE MADRID derby is here this weekend as one of La Liga’s most eagerly awaited fixtures takes place.Real Madrid will be making the short trip to face their fierce rivals Atletico at the Metropolitano Stadium, and there’s a way you can watch it all for FREE.
      Karim Benzema is pushing for a return
      In Real’s way are Diego Simeone’s Atletico
      And Real star man Karim Benzema could return in the big derby.
      Real have been without Benzema for their last two matches, after the French striker suffered a thigh injury in the 3-0 win at Celtic.
      But reports in Spain claim that the talisman is pushing to feature on Sunday.
      AS have reported that Benzema’s availability will be assessed at the very last second.
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      When is Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid?
      Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid will take place on Sunday, September 18.
      The match will kick off at 8pm UK time.
      Atletico Metropolitano Stadium plays host.
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      What live stream and TV channel is Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid on?
      Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid will be broadcast live on ITV4 on TV and live streamed on the ITV Hub.
      In addition, it will also be be shown on subscription channel Premier Sports 2.
      Can I watch Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid for FREE?
      Yes you can. Those in the UK can watch for FREE on ITV4 and stream on the ITV Hub.
      ITV’s coverage gets underway from 7.30pm.
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      Canelo vs GGG 3 live stream and TV guide – how to watch huge trilogy fight from Las Vegas

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      CANELO ALVAREZ takes on Gennady Golovkin this weekend in a huge trilogy rematch which should settle their epic rivalry. Mexican Alvarez is coming off a loss to Dmitry Bivol back in May while Golovkin became unified middleweight champion a month earlier.
      Canelo and Golovkin will fight for the third time in Las Vegas this weekendCredit: The Mega Agency
      The last time both Alvarez and Golovkin fought each other was four years ago on the very same weekend in September.
      Four-weight champion Alvarez was the victor by controversial majority decision, and Golovkin has had to stew over that ever since.
      The Kazakh fighter is adamant he can beat Alvarez, just as he and many others believed he did in their very first fight in 2017.
      And now he’ll get his third crack at it, with Las Vegas set to play host for the third time on Saturday night.

      How to watch Canelo vs GGG

      Alvarez vs Golovkin will be shown live on DAZN in the UK and DAZN in the US.
      You can live stream the action from the DAZN app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      A subscription for DAZN in the UK will cost you £7.99-a-month.
      The fight is a pay-per-view event, with the price set at £9.99, on top of your monthly subscription.
      If you’re not a subscriber, you can still purchase the fight for £17.98.
      The Alvarez vs Golovkin ring-walks will get going from 4.30am UK time on Sunday, September 18.

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      What has been said?
      “Who is he to finish anybody’s career?” Golovkin has said.
      “If he really wanted this [trilogy] fight back then, if he thought that it’s personal, that fight should have happened immediately.
      “Why was he waiting for four years?”
      Canelo added: “Out of our rivalry, this one will be the most important, and also the fact that he’s going into this fight thinking it’s going to be his last makes him more dangerous.
      “As for myself, I’m going to leave everything in the ring for this fight.
      “Obviously, I go into every fight with the objective of a knockout, and this is no exception.” More

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

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      ARSENAL travel to Brentford this weekend aiming to bounce back from their Old Trafford humbling.The Gunners lost 3-1 at Manchester United in their last Premier League outing, and now face the Bees with England new boy Ivan Toney leading the line.
      Brentford’s Ivan Toney received his first England call up
      On the decision to call-up Toney, England boss Gareth Southgate said: “With Ivan Toney, we have been tracking him for a long time.
      “I had a good chat with Thomas Frank about him last season.
      “His form and his qualities – not only his goalscoring but his technical ability, build-up play and aerial prowess – gives us a different threat to some of the other players we could pick.”
      Toney is in the England squad for the games against Italy and Germany from next week.
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      When is Brentford vs Arsenal?
      Brentford vs Arsenal will take place on Sunday, September 18.
      The match kicks off at 12pm.
      The fixture has been moved forward from its original 2pm kick-off. This is due to policing concerns surrounding The Queen’s Lying-in-State and funeral the next day.
      Arsenal said: “The earlier kick off has been agreed following discussions between the Premier League, the Metropolitan Police, Brentford and ourselves, after the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.”
      What live stream and TV channel is Brentford vs Arsenal?
      Brentford vs Arsenal will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
      Sky Sports begin their coverage at 11.30am.
      Oleksandr Zinchenko will miss out for ArsenalCredit: Getty
      What is the Brentford vs Arsenal team news?
      Arsenal left-back Oleksandr Zinchenko is set for a spell on the sidelines with a calf injury.
      The Football Federation of Ukraine have confirmed that Zinchenko will miss the upcoming international break due to injury.
      An official statement read: “Oleksandr Zinchenko will not be able to help the blue and yellow during the September matches in the UEFA Nations League.
      “The Arsenal player suffered a calf muscle injury during training at the club which will require two weeks for treatment and recovery.”
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      What do F1 tyre colours mean and how much do they cost?

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      IF you ever watch a Formula One race, you will undoubtedly hear the commentator talk about tyres.We don’t really consider just how important they are on our road cars.
      There are five types of tyres available to F1 teams and they use three of the five on race weekendsCredit: Getty
      But in racing the performance of the tyre is crucial, after all, it is the only thing connecting the driver and his F1 car from the ground.
      Unlike other championships, there is just a single tyre supplier in F1 – Pirelli – who are paid by the teams to supply tyres for the season.
      Here SunSport looks into the F1’s world of rubber and answers some of the key questions.
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      What are the five types of different Formula One tyres?
      Pirelli produce five different types of tyre.
      Three variations of the slick tyre, one set of intermediate tyres and a set of wet.
      The slicks offer the quickest lap times where as the intermediate tyres are used on a drying track or when there is light rain in parts of the track.
      Wets are obviously used in the rain but the profile is designed not only to maintain grip, but also to dispel the standing water from the track.
      What do the colours on this side of the tyre mean?
      Fortunately, we are able to identify what tyres a driver is using by the coloured bands around the side of the tyre wall.
      Red indicates the softest tyre.
      Yellow is the medium and white for the hard tyres.
      Green is the banding on the intermediates and blue for wets.
      The tyres are colour coded so fans and commentators can easily spot which tyre choice the teams have gone with during a raceCredit: Getty
      Why do they use soft, medium or hard?
      Here is where some of the confusion starts.
      While Pirelli bring three sets of slick tyres (soft, medium and hard) to each race, the actual compound differs from track to track.
      There are five different compounds, called C1, C2, C3, C4 and C5.
      C1 is the harder compound and will last longer, they are used in high-speed tracks such as Silverstone and Suzuka that take a lot of energy out of the tyre life.
      The C5 compounds are the softest variety and offer the stickiest rubber, used for street circuits like Monaco where high grip is vital.
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      How many tyres can one driver use over the weekend?
      During a race weekend, each driver is allocated 13 sets of dry tyres to last the whole race weekend, however, most are handed back after the practice sessions.
      Teams have to run the tyres at the pressures ordered by Pirelli to preserve the tyre’s safety.
      If a driver makes it into the top 10 on the grid in qualifying, the driver must start the race on that exact set he set his best lap time in Q2.
      Drivers outside the top 10 on the grid have a free choice on which tyres they start the race.
      F1 rules for a dry F1 race require each driver to use at least two different compounds, so either a hard and soft for instance.
      This not only forces them to make at least one pit stop, but also creates a fascinating strategy as teams try to work out the quickest route to the finishing line.
      So a driver may start the race on the quicker, but less durable, soft tyres but then pits for the slower but durable hard tyre.
      A rival could opt for three pit stops, starting on the soft then swapping to the medium tyre before taking another new soft tyre for quicker speeds at the end of the race when the car is also light on fuel.
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      What happens with the old tyres?
      Every tyre goes back to Pirelli and is checked at their factories in Italy or Turkey for any defects.
      The tyres are then ground up and used in building construction.
      How much do F1 tyres cost?
      The teams effectively rent the tyres off Pirelli, which costs around £4.4million or $5m a year.
      Each team is allowed to use 13 sets of tyres per grand prix weekend.
      The price of an individual tyre is around £2,300 or $2,700 each, and that means a team would spend about £30,700 per grand prix weekend, or $35,000. More