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    F1 2025 prize money: How much do drivers earn for winning a race and are there any bonuses?

    FORMULA 1 has always been one of the most lucrative and glamorous sports around.It attracts a worldwide audience throughout its nine-month-long campaign and with that comes huge contracts and high-profile sponsorships for the drivers.The sport travels across the globe from Las Vegas to the Middle EastCredit: ReutersThe sport boasts the biggest names in racing, including Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen and Lando Norris.The pack are rewarded handsomely for their contributions throughout a season.Like most sportspeople contracted to sports teams, F1 drivers are on deals with there respective teams with an annual salary.Hamilton’s new deal with Ferrari is said to be worth more than £50million annually in 2025 and 2026.MOST READ IN F1But do Hamilton How much do drivers earn for winning a race and are there any bonuses? Drivers don’t directly receive prize money for for winning a race, regardless of standing. Instead, they will earn a significant bonuses on top of their base salary from their team if they win.The amount varies greatly depending on the driver, team, and performance – sometimes reaching hundreds of thousands of dollars per victory.Most read in MotorsportWho earns the most? Bonuses excluded, four-time world champion Max Verstappen land Hamilton lead the pack as the highest base earners.The Red Bull superstar driver, 27, reportedly earns £50million a year – a figure similar to seven-time champ Hamilton.Hamilton and Verstappen are two of the biggest names in the sport’s modern historyCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe rest of the top five makes up of McLaren’s Norris, Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso and Leclerc – all earning around £30million annually. More

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    KSI net worth: How much will YouTube boxing star earn for HUGE grudge match against Dillon Danis

    YOUTUBE sensation KSI returns to the boxing ring to take on Dillon Danis on Saturday, March 29.The Londoner, who currently has over 40 million YouTube subscribers over two channels, will fight former UFC star Dillon Danis at the AO Arena in Manchester.KSI will take on Dillon Danis at the AO Arena in ManchesterCredit: Ben Whitley/PA WireKSI co-owns the hydration brand PrimeCredit: Joseph Okpako/WireImageKSI’s hit song “Thick Of It” was nominated for Song of the Year at the Brit AwardsCredit: ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGAThe YouTuber was also a guest judge on Britain’s Got TalentCredit: Ian West/PA WireKSI will step foot into the ring for the first time since his loss to Tommy Fury in October 2023.The 31-year-old heads into the fight in Manchester off the back of successfully selling out Wembley Stadium in the Sidemen Charity Match. He has teamed up with his former rival Logan Paul to create brands such as Prime and Lunchly. The YouTuber-turned-boxer has also helped to set up the Baller League in the UK.The popular hydration drink is used by sports teams such as Arsenal.Who is KSI and what is his real name?KSI was born June 19, 1993, and is an English YouTube personality, rapper, comedian and actor.KSI started his boxing career against Joe Weller in 2018.Credit: Matt McNulty/Getty ImagesThe 31-year-old’s real name is Olajide William “JJ” Olatunji.He attended the independent Berkhamsted School alongside future Sideman member and YouTube collaborator Simon Minter, better known as Miniminter.Most read in BoxingKSI – which stands for knowledge, strength, integrity – first arrived on the YouTube scene in 2009, originally posting videos about video games.How did KSI become famous?KSI made the decision to drop out of school in order to pursue his dreams – a decision initially ridiculed by his family who valued higher education.KSI has ventured into football by helping to bring Baller League to the UKCredit: John Walton/PA WireInstead, KSI created a YouTube account when he was a teenager, and started to produce entertaining content.KSI began recording videos on YouTube in 2008, and they revolved around playing popular video game FIFA.He quickly grew a large following, opening up more avenues for his career.KSI then branched out into music, while also helping create popular YouTube group the Sidemen.He has earned 39.8m YouTube subscribers across his two channels.What is KSI’s net worth?KSI has a net worth estimated at around £77m, as per Celebrity Net Worth.The exact figure, converted from $100m, is £77,188,900The Brit has a property portfolio worth millions, and has earned billions of views on YouTube.KSI is also heavily into crypto.READ MORE SUN STORIESHis business ventures into Prime, Lunchly and the Baller League have seen his wealth rise massively. The Watford-born Brit has a net worth of £77mCredit: GettyHow much will KSI earn from the Dillon Danis fight?There is no confirmed purse from this fight, but the rumoured purse for his fight with Tommy Fury was £10m. A news site expects KSI to pocket just under £6m from the fightCredit: Rex More

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    Dillon Danis net worth 2025: How much has the former MMA and boxing star made in his career?

    FORMER MMA welterweight fighter Dillon Danis is set to fight KSI on Saturday, March 29. His debut grudge Misfits Boxing clash against Logan Paul ended in disqualification, as Danis attempted to put Paul in a guillotine.Dillon Danis takes on KSI in ManchesterCredit: Ben Whitley/PA WireDanis lost his debut boxing match against Logan Paul by DQCredit: Benjamin Wareing/ Alamy Live NewsDanis has a background in MMACredit: Reuters/Jason CairnduffDanis will return to action against KSI, with the pair finally coming to blows after Wayne Bridge pulled out. KSI will take on Danis on a card that will also see Darren Till and Roman Fury in action. What is Dillon Danis’ net worth in 2023?Dillon Danis is estimated to have a net worth of £1.8m ($2m).His net worth has dropped slightly since his Misfits debut, due to not fighting for over 12 months. READ MORE ABOUT DILLON DANISThe controversial American mixed martial arts fighter has not fought in MMA since a win over Max Humphrey in March 2021. Danis regularly shows his flashy and luxurious lifestyle on social media, with his 5.2 million followers on Instagram alone, and over 921,000 followers on X.  How much has Dillion Danis earned in his career?MMA star Danis, nicknamed El Jefe, had fought twice in MMA, with two wins.As a Bellator welterweight contender, Danis reportedly got paid between $100,000 and $120,000 for each of his two outings. Most read in BoxingWith Danis winning both of his fights, there could even be the possibility of earning a few hefty bonuses too. Danis has made a reputation for himself in the combat sports community and is well known for this Brazilian jiu-jitsu and grappling abilities. Danis is well known for being a brash and loud fighter which has attracted attention for his verbal sparring and disputes with other competitors.  His well-known friendship with fellow MMA fighter Conor McGregor has raised his reputation even more in the mixed martial arts field. On Piers Morgan Uncensored, Danis claimed he was paid over $1 million for the fight with Logan Paul. When is Dillon Danis fighting KSI?Dillon Danis will take on KSI at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday, March 29. The fight will be available to stream on DAZN. The pair will finally come to blows, after Danis originally pulled out of a fight against KSI in 2023. More

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    Who is Eddie Jordan’s wife Marie and how many kids did she have with former F1 team owner?

    FORMULA One legend Eddie Jordan passed away on March 20, 2025.The former team owner had been battling an “aggressive” form of prostate and bladder cancer. Here we get to know his wife Marie and their kids.Eddie Jordan and his wife Marie pictured at Royal Ascot in 2010Credit: Dan Charity – The SunEddie Jordan and his son Kyle in 2016Credit: Getty – ContributorIn December 2024, Eddie Jordan revealed he’d been diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer months earlier.He made one of his last appearances on live radio in February 2025, when he was on talkSPORT discussing his takeover of London Irish.Towards the end of the segment, Eddie said: “Sorry guys, just a small thing, thank you.”I’ve just come out of getting chemotherapy and I’m not 100 per cent together here guys.read more on eddie jordan”I’m just not myself at this moment in time. I’m a little all over the place, so please forgive me.”Eddie was a motor racing man through and through, and while he never drove in F1, he did race F2, F3 and Formula Atlantic, as well as 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1981.A decade later he made it to the premier racing class with his Jordan Grand Prix team, and gave Michael Schumacher his F1 debut in 1991.Jordan Grand Prix competed in F1 until 2005, achieving its best ever result in 1998 when Damon Hill and Ralf Schumacher finished first and second at the Belgian Grand Prix.Most read in MotorsportThe team was sold in 2005 before being rebranded as MF1 Racing a year later, then later changing to Force India, Racing Point and now Aston Martin.A Jordan family statement reads: “Eddie passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20th March 2025 at the age of 76, after battling with an aggressive form of prostate cancer for the past 12 months.”‘I’m not myself, please forgive me’ – Shaken F1 legend Eddie Jordan, 76, apologises live on radio after cancer treatmentTributes have flooded in for Eddie from across the world.Jake Humphrey, who presented BBC F1 coverage with Eddie and David Coulthard, posted on X: “Utterly devastated. EJ has left us.”Formula One won’t see the likes of Eddie ever again where a guy with a love for racing can hustle his way into the sport and end up winning races.”More important than race wins though, we won hearts. I will never forget how his face would.”Eddie passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20th March 2025 at the age of 76Jordan Family StatementWho is Marie Jordan?Marie Jordan (née McCarthy) is the wife of former Formula One team owner Eddie Jordan.The couple has been married since 1979 and has four children together.Marie is a woman of many talents. She represented Ireland in women’s basketball, showcasing her athletic prowess on the international stage.She served as the captain of Sunningdale Golf Club, demonstrating her leadership skills and passion for golf.Eddie’s daughter Zoe is a fashion designerCredit: Getty – ContributorMarie is also a professional photographer and her artwork was displayed at the Saatchi Art Fair in London in October 2023.ChildrenEddie and Marie have four children together: Zoe, Miki, Zak and Kyle.Zoe Jordan, 43, is fashion designer. She launched her eponymous brand in London in 2011 after working as a trader for HSBC and Credit Suisse.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe has gained recognition in the fashion industry, winning several awards and showing her collections at both London and New York Fashion Week.Miki followed a career in sports event management, Zak is a snowboard teacher and competitor, while Kyle is the co-founder of a sustainable cleaning products company. More

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    Liverpool vs Chelsea legends: CONFIRMED line-ups with Gerrard and Zola among stellar names for Anfield charity match

    LIVERPOOL AND CHELSEA legends will clash at Anfield THIS WEEKEND for a charity match.Liverpool will host an enthralling legends charity match with the likes of Steven Gerrard and Gianfranco Zola among the stellar names in action.Liverpool hero Steven Gerrard will play in the matchChelsea icon Gianfranco Zola is going to be back in action for the BluesOld rivalries will be rekindled 20 years on from the astonishing 2004-05 season. That year was the memorable Champions League semi-final between these two teams, which ended in a 1-0 win for the Reds after Luis Garcia’s controversial ‘ghost goal’.Rafa Benitez’s team went on to win the competition that year, with the Spaniard back in the dugout for Liverpool on Saturday.Gerrard will also return to Anfield and is looking to roll back the years on Saturday.read more fooball newsThe midfield icon enjoyed a glistening career making over 700 appearances for the Reds, bagging 186 goals and winning nine major trophies.Fans will also be excited by the prospect of Gianfranco Zola starring.The Italian maestro is best remembered for his incredible close control and dribbling skills and helping transform Chelsea in the late 1990s.With Benitez in Liverpool’s dugout, Chelsea will also have a Champions League-winning manager guiding them.Most read in FootballClub legend Roberto Di Matteo was the man responsible for Chelsea’s first ever Champions League in 2012 and he takes charge of the legends again.One hundred per cent of the money raised from the charity fixture will support the LFC Foundation, Forever Reds, Chelsea Foundation and Chelsea Players’ Trust.Rafa Benitez won the Champions League with Liverpool in 2005Credit: Getty – ContributorRoberto di Matteo took Chelsea all the way in Europe in 2012.Other players making an appearance for the sides include Robbie Keane, Jerzy Dudek, Dirk Kuyt, Ramires, Eidur Gudjohnsen, Florent Malouda and many more.Football fans are in for a treat and will not want to miss this one with all these phenomenal names taking part – it’s due to be a cracker of a game and a great event. What are the lineups?More names could well be announced but here are the current confirmed names:Liverpool legends:Jerzy DudekSander WesterveldFabio AurelioDjimi TraoreMartin SkrtelRagnar Klavan Mark GonzalezSteven GerrardJay SpearingDirk KuytDjibril CisseRobbie KeaneSami HyppiaDavid JamesBjorn Tore KvarmeGregory VignalMohamed SissokoIgor Biscan Florent Sinama PongolleNatasha DowieRafa Benitez (Manager)Chelsea legends:READ MORE SUN STORIESCarlo CudiciniGary Cahill RamiresJohn Obi MikelGianfranco Zola Loic Remy Florent MaloudaJesper GronkjaerJimmy Floyd HasselbankRyan BertrandKatie ChapmanRoberto Di Mateo (Manager)When is Liverpool vs Chelsea legends and how can I watch it?Liverpool Legends vs Chelsea Legends will take place at Anfield on Saturday, March 22.Kick-off is at 2pm.The game will be screened on LFCTV which is an additional subscription.The match can also be watched on the Chelsea app or Chelseafc.com, with fans paying a pay-per-view fee of £5.99.Alternatively, all the action will be live blogged by SunSport. More

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    Liverpool legends vs Chelsea legends: Date, time, TV, live stream for huge charity match at Anfield with Gerrard & Zola

    LIVERPOOL legends welcome Chelsea legends to Anfield for a huge charity match this Saturday!Steven Gerrard is CONFIRMED to represent the Reds this weekend as the legendary Merseyside icon returns for another emotional meeting with his adoring fans.Steven Gerrard will lead Liverpool Legends in a charity match against Chelsea Legends at AnfieldCredit: ReutersMarking 20 years since Liverpool vs Chelsea in the Champions league semi-final in the 2004-05 season, the game sparks a reminder on a storied rivalry. That campaign was unforgettable for both clubs, with Chelsea winning the league for the first time in 50 years and Liverpool lifting the Champions League – after a controversial Luis Garcia goal.There will also be Champions League-winning managers in BOTH dugouts.Rafa Benitez takes charge of the Reds, who took the crown in 2005, and Roberto Di Matteo – who lead Chelsea to the European Cup in 2012 – is in for the Blues.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLProceedings from the game will support LFC Foundation’s health programmes, targeting negative health statistics across the Liverpool City Region.Matt Parish, LFC Foundation chief executive, said: “Last season was our best Legends game yet [for] funds raised.””The funds raised enable us to support even more children, young people and families in our community and beyond.”For the first time for Liverpool or Chelsea there will also be a women’s star on the teams.Most read in FootballNatasha Dowie, who won two WSL titles with Liverpool, and Katie Chapman – who lifted the WSL with Chelsea and Arsenal and won 94 England caps.When is Liverpool Legends vs Chelsea Legends?Liverpool Legends vs Chelsea Legends will take place on Saturday, March 22.The match will kick off at 3pm GMT.Anfield will host the match.Is Liverpool Legends vs Chelsea Legends on TV?LFCTV members will be able to watch the fixture as part of their subscription.The channel is available as an add-on with other TV packages.The game will also be held via pay-per-view for £5.99 on the Official Chelsea App and Chelseafc.com.Coverage starts at 2pm.Alternatively, SunSport will blog all the action as it happens.Who is playing in the match?The teams confirmed so far are below, although there are often late changes in charity matches.LiverpoolSteven GerrardSami HyypiaMartin SkrtelDjimi TraoreDjibril CisseFabio AurelioRobbie KeaneJay SpearingIgor BiscanDirk KuytBjorn Tore KvarmeMohammed SissokoGregory VignalFlorent Sinama-PongolleSander WesterveldJerzy DudekDavid JamesNatasha DowieRafa Benitez (manager)ChelseaGianfranco ZolaCarlo CuiciniEidur GudjohnsenRamiresJohn Obi-MikelGary CahillFlorent MaloudaRyan BertrandJimmy Floyd HasselbainkJesper GronkjaerJody MorrisFrank SinclairKatie ChapmanRoberto Di Matteo (manager)READ MORE SUN STORIESWhat is the match raising money for?One hundred percent of the proceedings will be support the works of LFC Foundation, Forever Reds, Chelsea Foundation and Chelsea Players Trust.Previous Legends games at Anfield have raised over £7.5 million with a goal to increase the number of people supported from 127,000, to 500,000 people a season by 2030.Where can I get tickets for Liverpool Legends vs Chelsea Legends?Tickets for the charity match are sold on the Liverpool FC and Chelsea FC websites.Tickets will be sold online only.Adult tickets are available for £29, £19 for concessions and £9 for juniors. More

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    Why is Trent Alexander-Arnold not playing for Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final?

    LIVERPOOL will be looking to retain the Carabao Cup when they take on Newcastle in the final at Wembley. The clash offers Liverpool a chance at redemption after their elimination from the Champions League at the hands of PSG.Trent Alexander-Arnold picked up an injury against PSG in the Champions LeagueCredit: GettyAlexander-Arnold was seen in tears as he had to come offCredit: GettyThe 26-year-old star came through the academy at LiverpoolCredit: Cody Froggatt/SportimageAlexander-Arnold is out of contract in the summer, and has been heavily linked with a switch to Real MadridCredit: GettyHowever, the Reds will be without English defender Trent Alexander-Arnold for their big showdown at Wembley.Arne Slot is already without his other options on the right of defence, with Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez currently out of action for the Premier League leaders.With Slot’s side already out of the FA Cup and the Champions League, Alexander-Arnold may have already played his last final for the Reds.The 26-year-old star came through the academy in Merseyside, but is heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid with his contract expiring this summer.Read more Carabao Cup finalAlexander-Arnold was seen in tears by fans in the ground after Liverpool’s Champions League exit.Slot’s men know the final is massive now as they need a response from their Champions League exit.Why is Trent Alexander-Arnold not playing in the Carabao Cup final?Trent Alexander-Arnold was forced off in Liverpool’s Champions League elimination due to a suspected ankle injury. Alexander-Arnold will be out for a while, with games including the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle.Most read in FootballHe has also not been selected in Thomas Tuchel’s first England squad due to injury.Jarell Quansah replaced Trent Alexander-Arnold against PSG, so is most likely to be played at Wembley.What has Arne Slot said?Arne Slot confirmed Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss the final when he said: “Trent is not available. “He will not be there at the final.”Alexander-Arnold looks set to leave Liverpool, and will want to say goodbye to Anfield, and Slot offered Reds fans a boost: “We do expect him back before the end of the season.”But he is still to be assessed for how long it will take”In this part of the season, it’s almost impossible to have all your players fit. “Both teams have two, or three or four players who cannot play.”That’s almost a privilege because so many teams have had more than that.” More

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    Liverpool vs Newcastle live stream FREE: How to watch huge Carabao Cup final

    LIVERPOOL take on Newcastle at Wembley for the first piece of silverware of the season TODAY!Arne Slot’s Reds will be looking for their first trophy under the new manager.Arne Slot will take charge of his first final as Liverpool managerCredit: Jake Kirkman/Every Second MediaEddie Howe is hoping to end a long Toon wait for a trophyCredit: GettyMohamed Salah will hope to win a trophy in what could be his final season in EnglandCredit: GettyAnthony Gordon will MISS the Carabao Cup finalCredit: REUTERS/Scott HeppellFor Newcastle and Eddie Howe, they are offered a shot at retribution for the 2023 Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester United.Liverpool’s glowing first season under Arne Slot now looks under real threat, with the side out of the Champions League at the hands of PSG and knocked out of the FA Cup by Plymouth. However, the Premier League seems all but settled in their favour, so the Reds will be hoping for a domestic double in Slot’s first season.The Magpies last domestic trophy came 70 YEARS ago in 1955, when they won the FA Cup.Read more FootballThe side have recently been in the Champions League, and are hopeful of returning to Europe’s elite this season.The one thing that has eluded Eddie Howe and Newcastle in their current run of history is a trophy, with the Carabao Cup presenting another chance for them to have a shot at glory. Like Liverpool, the Magpies are already out of the FA Cup, eliminated by Brighton in a clash that saw Anthony Gordon sent off and suspended for this game. SunSport can reveal how to watch the Carabao Cup final for FREE!Most read in FootballHow to watch the Carabao Cup final and is there a live stream?Sky Sports have had coverage of the Carabao Cup all season but a deal has been struck to make the final FREE-TO-AIR.The match will be shown live for free on ITV1.It can also be streamed FREE on ITVX, although viewers will need to register with an email address.Coverage is also on Sky Sports Main and Football, as well as Sky Showcase.The match will kick off at 4.30pm UK.Alternatively, follow all the build-up, action and reaction with SunSport’s live blog. More