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      Is Tottenham vs Aston Villa on TV? Channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for Premier League clash

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      TOTTENHAM welcome Aston Villa to North London looking to get their Premier League season back on track.Spurs were soundly beaten 3-1 by rivals Arsenal last weekend, with Nuno’s side now battling to avoid a third Premier League defeat on the spin.

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      Nuno Santo is under pressure to improve results after an alarming dip in formCredit: Reuters
      Villa meanwhile are on the up, winning two on the bounce including last week’s superb 1-0 victory at Man Utd.
      When is Tottenham vs Aston Villa?

      This top-flight clash is set for Sunday, October 3.
      Kick-off is at 2pm BST.
      Villa were last here in May and won 2-1 thanks to a Sergio Reguilon own goal and Ollie Watkins’ winner.

      Is Tottenham vs Aston Villa on TV?
      Sadly this game isn’t being broadcast live in the UK.
      Sky Sports’ Super Sunday sees Crystal Palace take on Leicester, before Liverpool host Man City.
      Stick with us right here on SunSport for a live blog from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, so you won’t miss any of the drama.

      What is the team news?
      Ben Davies is out for Spurs with an appendix issue.
      Boss Nuno Santo said: “Ben has a problem with inflammation on his appendix. He is being taken care of, had scans, but he was in pain. We wish that he recovers soon and can join us.”
      Match odds

      Tottenham to win – 11/10
      Draw – 12/5
      Villa victory – 13/5

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      Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel & undercard for heavyweight trilogy fight

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      TYSON FURY and Deontay Wilder are ready to go to war for a THIRD time with their long-awaited trilogy fight nearly here.The Gypsy King’s showdown with the Bronze Bomber, which was supposed to take place on July 24, was postponed because Fury, as well as other camp members, tested positive for Covid-19.
      Tyson Fury stopped Deontay Wilder in brutal fashion back in early 2020Credit: Getty
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      Fury demolished Wilder inside seven rounds to inflict the first defeat of the American’s career back in February 2020 and win the WBC heavyweight title.
      Neither man has fought since then, and both have been busy in longer training camps.
      The winner is likely to fight Oleksandr Usyk, who beat Anthony Joshua by unanimous decision in their heavyweight clash to secure the WBA, IBF and WBO belts.
      Any match-up between Joshua and Fury now seems remote after AJ’s defeat, but Eddie Hearn promises the pair will go for a rematch.
      When is Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3?

      Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3 was originally slated to take place on July 24, but will now take place on Saturday, October 9.
      Expect the main event of Fury vs Wilder 3 at around 4am BST.
      The T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas plays host and Nevada is eight hours behind the UK, so the fight will begin about 8pm local time.

      What TV channel and live stream is Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3 on?

      Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3 is being broadcast live on BT Sport Box Office in the UK.
      The fight will cost £24.95 on BT.
      In the US the event is expected to be live on ESPN+ and Fox PPV.

      How the fighters compare

      Who is on the undercard?
      The event, cross-promoted by Top Rank and Premier Boxing Champions, will see a host of heavy-hitters featuring on the undercard.
      That includes the battle of unbeaten heavyweights in Cuba’s Frank Sanchez meeting Nigeria’s Efe Ajagba.
      Sanchez, a training partner of Canelo Alvarez who is promoted by Top Rank, will put his 18-0 record against PBC’s Ajagba, who stands 15-0.
      Robert Helenius will also rematch Adam Kownacki on the bill.
      Polish prospect Kownacki, 32, was defeated for the first time and stunned by veteran Helenius, 37, in March 2020.
      American star Jared Anderson will return, with an opponent yet to be confirmed.
      Anderson, 21, is 9-0 and was credited as a huge part in Fury’s win against Wilder last year.
      He provided the Gypsy King with expert sparring Stateside, winning the praise of the WBC champion.
      What have they said?
      Fury has recently been talking about how referee Kenny Bayless saved Deontay Wilder’s life in their second clash, despite the Bronze Bomber’s claims the fight was stopped prematurely.
      Fury said: “The final stoppage one was where I was catching him clean, I believe the referee actually saved his life that night and saved his career.
      “It was just like ‘I told you so’, and I am back where I belong and that’s it. There was no big miracle shock, it was like I was back where I was supposed to be at the top of the game, rated number one and back beating guys I wasn’t supposed to be beating.
      “Physically and emotionally I have managed to push myself and come back from places I didn’t know if I could, but it was a tough ride and I have enjoyed every minute of it.”
      Wilder, on the other hand, is more confident than ever he will have his hand raised in their massive trilogy.
      “I just want to beat his ass. It’s as simple as that. I just want to beat his ass,” he said.
      “I want it back in blood. That’s up to me. Come October 9, I will get my revenge. An eye for an eye, that’s what I’m looking forward to.”
      Where is Fury vs Wilder 3 taking place?
      Fury vs Wilder 3 will take place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, making it the third different venue in pair’s three fights.
      Fury vs Wilder 1 took place at Staples Center in Los Angeles back in December 2018.
      The T-Mobile Arena will play host to Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder III
      And while their second happened in Las Vegas, the MGM Grand Garden Arena was the venue.
      But now the T-Mobile Arena, which has hosted huge fights such as Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor, Canelo Alvarez vs Gennady Golovkin and numerous big UFC events, will play host for their third clash.
      Who is training Tyson Fury?
      Tyson Fury will be trained, once again, by SugarHill Steward, who took his corner for the second Wilder fight.
      Fury used to be trained by Ben Davison, who was in charge for the very first Wilder bout, but was replaced by Steward a year later.
      Steward instantly implemented his ‘Kronk style’ of training, one in which where boxers who fight out of the Kronk Gym in Detroit, Michigan, seek to put pressure on their opponents to force a knockout.
      The style of fighting was first introduced by legendary trainer Emanuel Steward, SugarHill’s late uncle.
      Fury predicted that with SugarHill in his corner, he would bring the fight to Wilder and take him out during their second fight, a prediction not many believed in.
      But the Gypsy King did just that, stopping Wilder in seven rounds. And now, with 18 months more Kronk training under his belt, Fury will be looking for the same result on October 9.
      Who is training Deontay Wilder?
      Wilder has brought in a new head trainer in Malik Scott, who the Bronze Bomber fought and knocked out back in 2014.
      Scott and Wilder have worked all summer in attempt to sharpen the latter’s boxing skills, quickening both his feet and hands in preparation for Fury.
      Wilder will still have ex-head trainer Jay Deas in his corner, but Scott will take charge on fight night.

      The Alabama native used to have former world champion Mark Breland in his corner, but he was sacked after Wilder accused him of spiking his water before the second Fury fight.
      It was also Breland who threw the towel in, forcing the referee to stop the fight midway through the seventh round. More

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      Why has Chris Eubank Jr vs Antoli Muratov been CALLED OFF, and when is Eubank Jr fighting next?

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR was all set for a return to the ring tonight to take on Anatoli Muratov.Muratov came in after Eubank Jr’s previous opponent Sven Elbir tested positive for Covid, but the bout has been cancelled with the German unable to box on ‘medical grounds’.
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      Chris Eubank Jr headlines the Wembley Arena card
      David Avanesyan vs Liam Taylor now headlines the card at the Wembley Arena.
      When is Eubank Jr vs Muratov?

      Chris Eubank Jr vs Antoli Muratov was set to take place TONIGHT – Saturday, October 2nd.
      Wembley Arena in London plays host to the card.

      What TV channel and live stream is Eubank Jr vs Muratov on?
      The Chris Eubank Jr vs Antoli Muratov card will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Arena.
      Sky begin their coverage from 7.30pm.
      Chris Eubank Jr tipped the scales at 163lbs
      What is the Eubank Jr vs Muratov undercard?
      Unbeaten Brit cruiserweight sensation Richard Riakporhe is in action as he continues to chase a world title shot.
      Elsewhere, David Avanesyan makes his comeback after his victory over Josh Kelly in February and his EBU welterweight title fight vs Liam Taylor now headlines the card.

      Chris Eubank Jr vs Anatoli Muratov (OFF)
      David Avanesyan vs Liam Taylor
      Jamal Le Doux vs Germaine Brown
      Richard Riakporhe vs Krzysztof Twardowski
      Mikael Lawal vs Steven Ward 
      Linus Udofia vs Xhuljo Vrenozi 
      Joe Pigford vs TBA
      Ebonie Jones vs Bec Connolly
      Matty Harris vs TBA

      Antoli Muratov will be across the ring from Eubank Jr
      Who is Anatoli Muratov?
      Antoli Muratov, 33, is ranked #7 by the WBA, and has come into the fight as a very late replacement for Sven Eibir.
      Eibir tested positive for Covid – which was announced on Monday just five days before the fight – and he was out.
      The Kazakh-born German Muratov has won 24 out of his 27 fights, with two defeats and one draw.
      Muratov is ranked ahead of Elbir, the WBA’s No 15, and has not lost since August 2014.
      What have they said?
      Eubank Jr on it being his first fight since brother Sebastian’s death:
      “It’s been tough. I’ve never dealt with anything like this in my life.
      “I don’t know how it will affect me in the ring, losing such a close family member. It’s been a rough ride.
      “I am dedicating this fight to my brother. I’ll have his name on my shorts and bring his son Raheem into the ring afterwards. He was a great soul.
      “We will continue to do everything in his name.”
      Asked what his younger brother was like, Chris told GMB: “He was an awesome human being.
      “He was righteous and true always helping people.
      “He always told me don’t do things for you, do them for other people. That will always stay with me.”
      On Sky Sports fight: “The opponent has changed but the objective remains the same. War time in 5 days live on Sky Sports.”
      Speaking after Anthony Joshua’s loss to Oleksandr Usyk, Eubank Jr said:
      “Absolutely, I’m fired up.

      “Obviously Anthony Joshua is a friend of mine. I’m a little deflated that he lost, but it’s part of the game. We’ve all been there.
      “If anything, this makes me want to fight even harder. I know the feelings he’s going through now.
      “The first thing you want to do is get back in the ring and win. We’re going to put on a hell of a show.” More

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      London Marathon live tracker app 2021: Follow your friends and family as they run in the capital

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      THE London Marathon is back as thousands prepare to take to the streets on Sunday.And now, thanks to an app developed by organisers Virgin, you can track the progress of loved ones throughout the 26.2 mile race.
      It’s a chaotic scene around London when the Marathon starts – but you can keep up with how your loved ones are doing with the special appCredit: Rex Features
      How can I track runners at the 2021 London Marathon?
      The Virgin Money London Marathon app allows users to track specific runners and see the leaderboard for the whole race.
      It boasts a variety of exciting features and lets you find and track participants along the race route, helping you to keep up with split times, finishing positions and results throughout the day.
      You can see their progress at every 5k split and track their pace. The app will also predict what time your runner will reach the next 5k checkpoint based on their current pace.
      The app is available on iOS and Android.
      The London Marathon app can tell participants’ split times and also their positionCredit: Rex Features
      What TV channel is the London Marathon on?
      The BBC will be showing coverage of the London Marathon throughout the day.
      It will be on BBC1, BBC Sport Online and red button with different cameras available.
      The red button will give commentary on the elite races and then will offer finish line coverage.
      What time does the race start?
      The 2021 London Marathon will take place on on Sunday, October 3.
      The races take place at:

      9.05am – Elite Wheelchair Races
      9.10am – World Para Athletics Marathon World Cup ambulant races
      9.25am – The Elite Women’s Race
      10.10am – The Elite Men’s Race, British Athletics and England Athletics Marathon Championships and Mass Race

      Who are the favourites?
      Eliud Kipchoge will not be at the race this year after focusing all his attention on winning gold at the Toyko Olympics.
      And Sir Mo Farah is also out of the event due to injury.
      Birhanu Legese is therefore favourite for the men’s race, while Bridget Kosegei is expected to take the women’s event. More

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      Chris Eubank Jr vs Antoli Muratov: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard with Canelo and GGG targeted

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR returns to the ring to take on tricky late replacement Anatoli Muratov.Muratov came in after Eubank Jr’s previous opponent Sven Elbir tested positive for Covid. The fight will be Sky Sports’ first in their new era of boxing.
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      Chris Eubank Jr headlines the Wembley Arena card
      Eubank Jr, 32, is eyeing huge fights against Billy Joe Saunders, Canelo Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin should he overcome Muratov.
      When is Eubank Jr vs Muratov?

      Chris Eubank Jr vs Antoli Muratov will take place on Saturday, October 2nd.
      Wembley Arena in London plays host to the card.
      Expect the main event of Eubank Jr vs Muratov at around 10pm BST.
      The middleweight fight is scheduled for 12 x 3 minute rounds.

      What TV channel and live stream is Eubank Jr vs Muratov on?
      Chris Eubank Jr vs Antoli Muratov will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Arena.
      Sky begin their coverage from 7.30pm.
      Chris Eubank Jr tipped the scales at 163lbs
      What is the Eubank Jr vs Muratov undercard?
      Unbeaten Brit cruiserweight sensation Richard Riakporhe is in action as he continues to chase a world title shot.
      Elsewhere, David Avanesyan makes his comeback after his victory over Josh Kelly in February.

      Chris Eubank Jr vs Anatoli Muratov
      David Avanesyan vs Liam Taylor
      Jamal Le Doux vs Germaine Brown
      Richard Riakporhe vs Krzysztof Twardowski
      Mikael Lawal vs Steven Ward 
      Linus Udofia vs Xhuljo Vrenozi 
      Joe Pigford vs TBA
      Ebonie Jones vs Bec Connolly
      Matty Harris vs TBA

      Antoli Muratov will be across the ring from Eubank Jr
      Who is Anatoli Muratov?
      Antoli Muratov, 33, is ranked #7 by the WBA, and has come into the fight as a very late replacement for Sven Eibir.
      Eibir tested positive for Covid – which was announced on Monday just five days before the fight – and he was out.
      The Kazakh-born German Muratov has won 24 out of his 27 fights, with two defeats and one draw.
      Muratov is ranked ahead of Elbir, the WBA’s No 15, and has not lost since August 2014.
      What have they said?
      Eubank Jr on it being his first fight since brother Sebastian’s death:
      “It’s been tough. I’ve never dealt with anything like this in my life.
      “I don’t know how it will affect me in the ring, losing such a close family member. It’s been a rough ride.
      “I am dedicating this fight to my brother. I’ll have his name on my shorts and bring his son Raheem into the ring afterwards. He was a great soul.
      “We will continue to do everything in his name.”
      Asked what his younger brother was like, Chris told GMB: “He was an awesome human being.
      “He was righteous and true always helping people.
      “He always told me don’t do things for you, do them for other people. That will always stay with me.”
      On Sky Sports fight: “The opponent has changed but the objective remains the same. War time in 5 days live on Sky Sports.”
      Speaking after Anthony Joshua’s loss to Oleksandr Usyk, Eubank Jr said:
      “Absolutely, I’m fired up.

      “Obviously Anthony Joshua is a friend of mine. I’m a little deflated that he lost, but it’s part of the game. We’ve all been there.
      “If anything, this makes me want to fight even harder. I know the feelings he’s going through now.
      “The first thing you want to do is get back in the ring and win. We’re going to put on a hell of a show.” More

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      Is Eliud Kipchoge running the London Marathon 2021? Age, marathon pace and net worth

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      KENYAN long-distance runner Eliud Kipchoge is no stranger to smashing world records.But what’s the latest achievement the elite athlete has under his belt? We take a look, below.
      Eliud Kipchoge is a Kenyan long-distance runner who competes in the marathon and formerly the 5000 metresCredit: EPA
      Who is Eliud Kipchoge?
      Eliud Kipchoge is a Kenyan long-distance runner who competes in marathons and formerly the 5000 metres.
      The athlete was born on 5 November 1984 in Kapsisiywa, Nandi District of Kenya.
      Kipchoge’s world record run at the 2018 Berlin Marathon broke the previous world record by 1 minute and 18 seconds.
      It was the greatest improvement in a marathon world record time since 1967.
      When he was just 18, he became the senior 5000 m world champion at the 2003 World Championships in Athletics with a championships record.
      He then followed with an Olympic bronze for Kenya in 2004 and a bronze at the 2006 IAAF World Indoor Championships.
      He switched to road running in 2012 and made the second-fastest ever half marathon debut with 59:25 minutes.
      The Olympic champ, who won the London Marathon for the fourth time earlier this year, missed out as part of Nike’s Breaking 2 project at the Monza grand prix circuit in Italy two years ago.
      But he believed the favourable climate, excellent air quality and almost completely flat terrain in Vienna will help him run to victory.
      Kipchoge now lives with his wife and three children in Eldoret, Kenya.
      The Kenyan, who is considered to be the greatest marathon runner of all-time, took part in the Ineos 1:59 Challenge in ViennaCredit: Reuters
      What did he achieve in Vienna?
      Kipchoge made history in 2019 by becoming the first person to run a gruelling marathon in under two hours.
      The 34-year-old smashed his target by 20 seconds to complete the race in 1:59:40 after missing out by just 25 seconds in his first bid two years ago.
      The Kenyan, who is considered to be the greatest marathon runner of all-time, took part in the Ineos 1:59 Challenge in Vienna today.
      He ran at 13mph and a 1km pace of two-minute 50-seconds – the average speed of traffic in central London is 7mph.
      But his feat will not stand as an official record because it is not in open competition and it uses rotating pacesetters.
      His 41-strong team protected from any head wind, ensure he is on schedule and supply him with drinks as he ran 4.4 laps of a flat, 9.6km circuit.
      There was also a green laser to show Kipchoge where he needed to be in order to beat the record.
      Kipchoge somehow managed to continue running after the race as he met jubilant crowds who had cheered him on for the final sprint.
      Despite not being considered a world record, the bid will still make history – with no one ever running 26.2 miles quicker than 1:59.
      An average runner completes a sub four-hour marathon – with just two per cent of the global running community ever making the distance in under three hours.
      Kipchoge has been training for six months to prepare for today’s marathon at The Prater.
      Kipchoge has made history by becoming the first person to run a gruelling marathon in under two hoursCredit: Reuters

      What’s his net worth?
      Kipchoge has picked up a lot of cheques after beating many world records in his career.
      In Berlin, he received £38,000 for his extraordinary performance.
      He also pocketed £534,000 for a setting a new world record.
      The elite athlete also took home £39,000 by winning the 2019 London Marathon.
      His income is also supplemented through his sponsorship deal with Nike.
      Figures from Whownskenya.com show Kipchoge’s overall net worth sits at an estimated £2.4million.
      Why is he not competing in the London Marathon 2021?
      Kipchoge will sadly not be in London on October 2 to try win back his London crown.
      He ruled himself out of the race earlier in the year to concentrate on the Olympics, where he won Gold in Tokyo.
      That win made him an Olympic champion for a second time and don’t rule him returning to the UK next year for another shot at the London Marathon.
      The runner’s overall net worth sits at an estimated £2.29millionCredit: AP:Associated Press More

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

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      ARSENAL head to high-flying Brighton looking to continue their winning run in the Premier League.The Gunners were emphatic 3-1 winners over big rivals Tottenham last time out, extending their unbeaten streak to five games.

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      Arsenal were terrific as they stunned Spurs in the North London derbyCredit: Reuters
      They will have to be at their best though against the Seagulls who have won four of their six top-flight matches this season.
      When is Brighton vs Arsenal?

      This Premier League clash is set for Saturday, October 2.
      Kick-off is 5.30pm BST.
      Follow all the action with our live blog here from 4pm.

      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch all of the drama from the South Coast live on Sky Sports Main Event, Premier League and Ultra HD.
      Coverage will start at 5pm.
      If you’re not a Sky customer, grab a NOW TV pass to stream from £9.99.

      What is the team news?
      Ben White looks set to make his first return to the Amex since leaving Brighton for Arsenal.
      The England international should line up alongside Gabriel Magalhaes at the heart of the Arsenal defence – just as they did for the North London Derby win last weekend.
      Mikel Arteta said: “I’ve been very impressed with how Ben handles the pressure and how he’s handled the situation of coming through the Euros and paying the big fee and the composure and the calmness that he’s shown.
      “And as well, the willingness to learn, to improve, because he’s realised that he is still really young, still in the development process and there are things that he can improve.”

      Match odds

      Brighton to win – 21/10
      Draw – 11/5
      Arsenal to win – 29/20

      *All odds from Betfair and correct at time of publication. More

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      Is Chelsea vs Southampton on TV? Live stream, kick-off time, team news for Premier League clash

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      CHELSEA take on Southampton at Stamford Bridge aiming to get back to winning ways.Thomas Tuchel’s Blues have lost their last two matches in all competitions without scoring a goal.

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      Romelu Lukaku reacts during Chelsea’s loss to Juventus in the week
      Back-to-back 1-0 defeats to Man City in the Premier League and Juventus in the Champions League have seen the Blues enter a slump.
      The visitors, meanwhile, have failed to win in their last eight Prem games.
      When is Chelsea vs Southampton?

      Chelsea vs Southampton takes place on Saturday, October 2.
      The match kicks off at 3pm.
      Stamford Bridge plays host to the match.

      What TV channel and live stream is Chelsea vs Southampton on?
      Chelsea vs Southampton will NOT be broadcast live on TV in the UK unfortunately.
      Though you can catch highlights on Sky Sports’ YouTube from 5.15pm and BBC 1’s Match Of The Day from 10.30pm
      What is the Chelsea vs Southampton team news?
      Mason Mount is likely to return for Chelsea’s Premier League clash against Southampton – but Reece James is OUT, Thomas Tuchel has confirmed.
      N’Golo Kante is also set to miss Saturday’s game due to Covid-19, meaning Mateo Kovacic will most likely get the nod to start, with Saul Niguez and Ruben Loftus-Cheek the other options.
      Andreas Christensen is likely to start in a back-three with Azpilicueta at right-wing-back in James’ absence.

      What are the odds?

      Chelsea to win 2/5
      Southampton to win: 15/4
      Draw: 8/1
      (Odds via Betfair at the time of publication) More