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      Max Verstappen’s dad drops huge hint F1 world champion could QUIT and claims Red Bull star is ‘done with everything now’

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN’S dad Jos has suggested his son could quit F1 as he is “done with everything now”.The Dutch driver is enjoying the off-season after winning the Driver’s Championship at a canter, a year after he also won his epic battle with Lewis Hamilton.
      Verstappen and Red Bull dominated the 2022 F1 season and left rivals trailing in his wakeCredit: Getty
      The F1 season ended last week in Abu Dhabi as the remaining subplots were wrapped up.
      But the driver’s title was settled at the start of October in Japan with Verstappen crushing the opposition.
      With Ferrari’s challenge for the crown unravelling and Hamilton stuck in an uncompetitive Mercedes, Verstappen finished 146 points clear of second-place.
      He also won 15 of the 22 races contested during the season, breaking an F1 record.
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      Verstappen’s outspoken dad Jos has suggested he’s feeling complete and could soon move on from the sport.
      He told Viaplay, as per the Mirror: ‘He’s just a bit done with everything now. Especially when you have won the championship, then the pressure is off and it becomes less exciting.
      “For Max, I think it was just important that he broke that record with those wins. I think that’s the most important thing.”
      But the 50-year-old added: “To be honest, I do think it will all be a bit closer next year – that is also the intention of these regulations.
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      “I don’t mind. Good battles on track and a good championship until the end would be fantastic.”
      Verstappen himself has previously hinted that he is already considering his future in the sport, despite only being 25-years-old.
      While Fernando Alonso has indicated that he would look forward to racing alongside the two-times World Champion in other series after their time in F1 comes to an end.
      After Logan Sargeant replaced Nicholas Latifi at Williams earlier this week, the entire 2023 grid has now been confirmed.
      The 20 drivers will do battle again in March when the new season begins in Bahrain. More

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      Michael Schumacher update as ‘star sends message’ on 10th anniversary of his retirement & nine years since ski tragedy

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      MICHAEL Schumacher has sent a message to his fans on the 10th anniversary of his retirement.The Formula 1 legend’s tweet comes nine years after his horrific skiing accident in the French Alps in 2013, which left him with severe brain injuries.
      Michael Schumacher pictured when he finally retired from Formula 1Credit: Twitter/@schumacher
      Schumacher was the seven times World ChampionCredit: Getty – Contributor
      The legendary driver pictured with his pit crew in theCredit: Twitter/@schumacher
      The pictures were tweeted on the 10th anniversary of retirementCredit: Twitter/@schumacher
      Seven World Champion first retired at the end of the 2006 season after winning 91 F1 Grand Prix races but returned to the sport in 2009 to drive for Mercedes.
      He spent three years with the team but didn’t win a race before he finally quit in 2012.
      Marking the day, his official account tweeted: “Life is about passions Thank you for sharing mine.”
      It was followed by #TeamMichael and #KeepFighting.
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      A picture shows Schumacher in his car, which has ‘Thank You Goodbye Michael’ on the side, and another with him surrounded by his pit crew.
      It comes as old Ferrari Formula One car has become the most valuable of the “modern era”.
      The Ferrari F2003 was sold for an immense £12.6million, breaking the previous record, which was also held by an old Schumacher model.
      The car was the one in which Schumacher won his sixth Formula One world title.
      After his accident Schumacher was placed in a medically induced coma until June 2014 and is now back home near Lake Geneva in Switzerland with his family.
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      His condition has remained a closely guarded secret, with his wife Corinna preferring to treat her husband privately at their home in Geneva, Switzerland.
      Corinna, 53, broke down in tears when the F1 legend was honoured with an award at an emotional ceremony in July.
      The Ferrari icon was awarded the State Prize of North Rhine-Westphalia.
      F1 boss Jean Todt is who is one of the only people outside Schumacher’s family and medical team still allowed to see him.
      Todt revealed Schumacher is “in good hands” as he revealed he visits the stricken star three times a week.
      He previously shared details about the star’s condition and said he “hopes the world” will be able to see his dear friend again, adding Schumacher has “never changed”.
      “I don’t leave him alone. Him, Corinna, the family, we’ve had so many experiences together,” said Todt.
      “The beauty of what we have experienced is part of us and it goes on.
      “Sometimes success and money changes you. But Michael has never changed. He’s so strong.”
      He also revealed Schumacher still loves to watch Formula One races.
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      Todt told German TV channel RTL: “I don’t miss Michael, I see him. Yes, it’s true, I watch races with Michael.
      “But sure, I guess what I miss is what we used to do together.” More

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      Lewis Hamilton could have Mick Schumacher as Mercedes team-mate next season as Wolff opens door to signing F1 icon’s son

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      TOTO Wolff has opened the door for Mick Schumacher to be Lewis Hamilton’s new team-mate at Mercedes next season.The 23-year-old, son of legendary racer Michael, competed for Haas in 2022.
      Mick Schumacher is the son of former F1 icon MichaelCredit: Getty
      Toto Wolff has opened the door for Schumacher to join Lewis Hamilton at MercedesCredit: Getty
      But Schumacher is a free agent after being replaced by Nico Hulkenberg.
      Meanwhile, Mercedes are looking out for a new reverse after Nyck de Vries joined AlphaTauri and Stoffel Vandoorne signed for Aston Martin.
      And Wolff admitted that he would be interested in taking care of the German when speaking at the Abu Dhabi GP.
      He said: “Mick is someone that has always been close to our heart because of Michael, or the whole Schumacher family.
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      “Ralf was in a DTM for a long time for us, his son races Mercedes [cars] in GTs.
      “He’s an intelligent, well-mannered young man, [and] he’s been very successful in junior formulas.
      “We believe that we can look after him if the situation were to happen and with someone that fits the team, but we haven’t really put pen to paper, we haven’t really come anywhere close to any terms.
      “I’m saying that openly because I think he just fits and now we need to make it happen, if he wants to, Sabine [Kehm, Schumacher’s manager] wants to, and then we see where that goes to.”
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      But Wolff admitted that nothing has been decided yet.
      He added: “We haven’t really put pen to paper, we haven’t really come anywhere close to any terms.
      “I’m seeing it that openly because I think he just fits and now we need to make it happen, if he wants to, Sabine wants to and then we see we see where that goes to.” More

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      Inside Pep Guardiola’s stunning daughter Maria’s luxury trip to Abu Dhabi including VIP tickets to F1

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      WHILE Pep Guardiola was busy being driven around Formula One’s Abu Dhabi track, his daughter Maria was off exploring the more glamourous side of it. The Manchester City manager and his daughter were among a host of stars in attendance at the F1 season finale as Max Verstappen won his 15th race of the season.
      Maria Guardiola posed for a collection of photos on Instagram for a trip to Abu DhabiCredit: https://www.instagram.com/maria.guardiola/?hl=en
      She showed off some VIP tickets she had for F1Credit: https://www.instagram.com/maria.guardiola/?hl=en
      She took a picture of the Abu Dhabi pit laneCredit: https://www.instagram.com/maria.guardiola/?hl=en
      She donned a black dress with a stunning sunlit backdropCredit: https://www.instagram.com/maria.guardiola/?hl=en
      Maria has 473,000 followers on InstagramCredit: https://www.instagram.com/maria.guardiola/?hl=en
      Maria is said to be a big fan of the team her father Pep Guardiola manages
      Maria, 21, shared pictures of the trip to her Instagram page, paired with the caption “grateful.”
      And she showed off a glamourous look to her 473,000 followers.
      She kicked off her collection of photos with a trio of her sitting on a balcony.
      Maria donned a stunning black dress as she posed for pics with a stunning sunset backdrop over the Yas Marina – where the F1 circuit is located.
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      The next pic in the collection saw her swap a balcony for a mirror selfie.
      She then showed off her VIP pass which grants access to a number of perks, including a tour of the circuit with expert analysis, a grid photo experience and a behind the scenes virtual tour of the F1 paddock.
      Next up was a photo of the stunning view Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates, provides.
      But Maria did also enjoy some time around the F1 paddock as proven by her next picture which showed off the pit lane where cars emerge when it’s time to race.
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      Another mirror selfie followed afterwards – this time with the flash obscuring her face.
      The set of pics concluded with a pair of stunning scenic photos, with the first showing off a dimly lit garden area after the sun had gone down and the other displaying a lit up city in the background.
      Maria, who used to date ex-Tottenham star Dele Alli, has been trying to grow out of her fathers shadow by becoming a social media influencer.
      Maria took a second mirror selfieCredit: https://www.instagram.com/maria.guardiola/?hl=en
      She took photos of the beautifully lit Abu Dhabi cityCredit: https://www.instagram.com/maria.guardiola/?hl=en
      She even waited for a striking snap after darkCredit: https://www.instagram.com/maria.guardiola/?hl=en
      Maria has been growing her presence online as a social media influencerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/maria.guardiola/?hl=en More

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      Red Bull confirm Daniel Ricciardo’s return to F1 team as he joins Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez as third driver

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      DANIEL RICCIARDO has re-joined Red Bull Racing following his release from McLaren.The Aussie has been handed a reserve driver role that will also see him take part in the team’s simulator development and marketing commitments.
      Daniel Ricciardo has re-joined Red Bull ahead of the 2023 seasonCredit: Reuters
      Ricciardo has won eight F1 GPs but has struggled at Renault and then McLaren, who decided to cut short his stay with the team in favour of signing Oscar Piastri.
      It resulted in the 33-year-old being without a seat for 2023, meaning he has taken a position at Red Bull, who he left in 2018.
      Red Bull announced the news on Twitter by simply saying: “He’s back. Welcome home”.

      He said: “The smile says it all. I’m truly excited to be coming back home to Red Bull as their third driver in 2023.
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      “For me personally, the ability to contribute to and be surrounded by the best team in F1 is hugely appealing, whilst also giving me some time to recharge and refocus.
      “I can’t wait to be with the team and support with simulator work, testing sessions and commercial activities.”
      Red Bull boss Christian Horner says Ricciardo is NOT being lined up as a replacement for Sergio Perez, who had a falling out with Max Verstappen in Brazil.
      He added: “It is great to bring Daniel back into the Red Bull family.
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      “He has enormous talent and such a brilliant character; I know the whole factory is excited to be welcoming him home.
      “In his role as test and third driver, Daniel will give us the chance to diversify, assisting in the development of the car, aiding the team with his experience and knowledge of what it takes to succeed in F1.” More

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      Lewis Hamilton left devastated after beloved young fan Isla dies who he met at Silverstone and dedicated F1 season to

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      LEWIS HAMILTON revealed his heartbreak and devastation after a beloved young fan died. The Mercedes star, 37, took to Instagram to express his sadness following Isla’s tragic passing.
      Lewis Hamilton’s young fan Isla sadly passed awayCredit: Instagram
      The F1 star paid his own personal touching tributeCredit: Instagram
      He posted the heartfelt message on his storyCredit: Instagram
      Hamilton met Isla at the Spanish Grand Prix when she was five and had been told she was terminally ill.
      They then reconnected at Silverstone and Hamilton dedicated his 2022 F1 season to the girl.
      But now the seven-time F1 world champion is clearly struggling to cope with Isla’s death.
      He posted a series of pictures of Isla, including a beautiful one of him holding the youngster, on his Instagram story.
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      Grieving Hamilton wrote in his emotion message: “Devastated to hear about Isla’s passing.
      “Meeting this little girl and her family at Silverstone was powerful and moving she was a fighter and an inspiration to us all.
      “Her memory will be with me always.”
      He later added: “I can’t stop thinking about Isla.
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      “This beautiful little spirit brought so much love into my life, her hugs and support meant the world to me.
      “I can’t believe she’s gone and I won’t get to hug her again. Life is not fair.
      “My deepest condolences to her family, I can’t imagine how had a time this is but please know how many people loved her and especially me.”
      He signed off the touching tribute with a broken heart emoji.
      Hamilton finished fifth at the Spanish GP in May, 54 seconds behind race winner and world champ Max Verstappen.
      ‘SHATTERED MY HEART’
      But he explained afterwards he was distracted after his initial encounter with Isla.
      The Stevenage driver said at the time: “Today at the track I had to work extra hard to focus. That’s because today I met a beautiful little girl Isla and her parents.
      “She’s so full of light, her smile alone brought more happiness than I can put into words.
      “I learned that Isla’s only five years old and terminally ill. It’s shattered my heart.
      “Seeing her smile and strength is the greatest gift and I just want to thank Isla and her parents for sharing that with me.
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      “I cannot wait to see you at Silverstone and give you a hug and thank you in person.
      “I’m going to give everything tomorrow and the rest of this season for you, Isla.” More

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      Stars who missed World Cup jet off on lavish holidays – from Pogba in Miami to Jarrod Bowen in Disneyland Paris

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      WITH the World Cup well underway, the unfortunate stars to have missed out have not wasted anytime in filling the break they have by jetting off around the globe. A number of prominent stars have been busy sharing their travels while their compatriots battle to bring home World Cup glory.
      Juventus star Paul Pogba missed out on the chance to go to QatarCredit: Instagram @paulpogba
      Man City boss Pep Guardiola took in some Formula One action in Abu DhabiCredit: Instagram @pepteam
      Some like Roberto Firmino jetted off for some winter sunCredit: Instagram @roberto_firmino
      An unprecedented season full of fixture congestion has seen some stars miss out through injury, while for others a run of poor form saw them unable to earn a spot in their national side.
      And SunSport has had a look at what some stars are up to.
      Paul Pogba
      Pogba jetted off to Miami with his wife ZulayCredit: Instagram @zulaypogba
      Paul Pogba’s World Cup selection was thrown into doubt all the way back in July after he suffered a knee injury which he underwent surgery for.
      After an additional setback it was confirmed he would not be available for France at the World Cup, but in the meantime he has gone to Miami to celebrate the birthday of his wife Zulay.
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      Jarrod Bowen
      Jarrod Bowen opted for a more low-key adventureCredit: Instagram
      West Ham star Jarrod Bowen would have been a shoo-in for the England team if the Euros were last summer, but alas a poor run of form this season saw him miss out on his World Cup dream.
      Instead, Bowen fulfilled the dream of many children by visiting Disneyland with his partner Danni dyer and their son Santiago.
      Roberto Firmino
      Firmino is enjoying some winter sun before he links back up with LiverpoolCredit: Instagram @roberto_firmino
      Roberto Firmino was a shock omission from Brazil’s squad considering his strong form for Liverpool throughout the first half of the season.
      However, after failing to earn a spot in the Samba camp he has instead flown out to the Maldives with model and wife Larissa Pereira.
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      Erling Haaland
      Erling Haaland was joined by a friend his travelsCredit: Instagram
      Man City ace Erling Haaland has been tearing up the Premier League since joining the champions in the summer, and if anyone deserved a break it might well be the Norwegian.
      With his national team failing to qualify for Qatar, Haaland was joined by a friend and jetted out to Marbella where he was also spotted alongside a mystery brunette.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang visited the F1 paddock last weekendCredit: Instagram
      At one point Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was one of the fastest players in the Premier League – and he opted to go and see the fastest sport on the planet by visiting the Formula One paddock.
      Like Norway, Gabon failed to qualify for the World Cup, and instead Chelsea ace Aubameyang joined a host of celebrities for the final F1 race of the season.
      Pep Guardiola
      Guardiola got a special taxi service from Mercedes team principal Toto WolffCredit: Instagram @pepteam
      Man City boss Pep Guardiola joined Aubameyang in Abu Dhabi and was given a premium activity list with a special run around the track by Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff.
      The pair might have something in common in their feelings towards Manchester United considering Wolff revealed he looked at Utd as a way of how NOT to run his team and lose a winning mentality.
      Thiago Alacantara
      Thiago pictured in Las Vegas with Julia VigasCredit: Instagram @thiago6
      Liverpool maestro Thiago Alcantara went to the location of a future F1 venue in the form of Las Vegas.
      The Spaniard was snubbed by Luis Enrique for Spain selection and he has since been touring around the US with partner Julia Vigas, taking in Las Vegas and later a Los Angeles Lakers Basketball game.
      Victor Lindelof
      Victor Lindelof has chosen to do some charitable work while on his breakCredit: Instagram @victorlindelof
      Man Utd defender Victor Lindelof has opted to do some charitable work during his break as he visited Gambia for Unicef alongside his wife Maja.
      The Swede, whose nation failed to qualify, wrote on Instagram: “It was amazing to see how the contributions and support of UNICEF are helping so many mothers and young children.”
      Jesse Lingard
      Jesse Lingard pictured alongside Patrice Evra in Abu DhabiCredit: Instagram
      Jesse Lingard added his name to the illustrious list of stars who visited the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last weekend.
      Lingard’s form at Nottingham Forest has been far from strong enough to justify a recall to the England team despite his strong performances at the last World Cup for the Three Lions.
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      Eddie Nketiah
      Eddie Nketiah landed in Ghana and has been doing charity work with UnicefCredit: Instagram @eddienketiah
      Arsenal academy graduate Eddie Nketiah opted to visit Ghana after refusing to call time on his England career amid reports of him switching his allegiance to the African side.
      The striker is England Under-21’s all-time leading goalscorer but is yet to earn get a senior cap for the Three Lions. More

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      Ben Hunt: Classic races, huge crashes and juicy scandals… here are my F1 2022 season awards

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      ANOTHER F1 season ends — and we have had excellent races and even better rows.Here, SunSport’s motor racing correspondent Ben Hunt dishes out his awards for the 2022 campaign…
      Max Verstappen won a record 15 races this seasonCredit: Getty
      BEST RACE
      British GP. The incident-packed race at Silverstone was a classic, from the Just Stop Oil protesters on the circuit to the massive smash for Zhou Guanyu.
      Carlos Sainz was a popular winner in the paddock.
      BEST DRIVER
      Max Verstappen’s 15 wins in a season is a new F1 record. Last year he scraped his first title in controversial circumstances, this time he smashed it.
      The Dutchman has been excellent. Yes, he has had a dominant car but he still had to deliver and has done so with few mistakes.
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      BEST BRIT
      George Russell took his maiden F1 victory in Brazil and finished the season in fourth place in the championship.
      Not bad for someone whom many had written off against a team-mate who is a seven-time world champion. He has not been outclassed by Lewis Hamilton.
      BIGGEST SHOCK
      Mercedes’ struggle caught everyone out. In pre-season testing they looked strong but a dreadful car design left them with bouncing problems, causing headaches for drivers  and  designers.
      They must do better over the winter with their car to have half a chance of fighting Verstappen next season.
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      Zhou Guanyu survived a horror smash at SilverstoneCredit: PA
      Lewis Hamilton has a nightmare season as he went a year without a win for the first timeCredit: Reuters
      BIGGEST CRASH
      Zhou’s smash at Silverstone was sensational. It was a miracle he survived and that is all thanks to the halo cockpit protection system.
      Mick Schumacher had a big shunt too in Saudi Arabia, which saw him airlifted to hospital for a check up.
      BIGGEST SCANDAL
      The cost-cap row rumbled on for four races. This dreary piece of F1’s giant rulebook sent the rumour mill wild.
      Accusations about leaks and how rival teams found out the details, plus all the lobbying, caused plenty of political tensions.
      BIGGEST DISAPPOINTMENT
      Ferrari. The Italians designed the quickest car but were let down by poor reliability and dreadful mistakes, especially on their strategy.
      Team boss Mattia Binotto is fighting for his future but needs a new chief strategist.
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      BIGGEST EXCITEMENT FOR 2023
      The Las Vegas Grand Prix is going to be special. Packages for the showpiece are being priced up to $1million, with huge events planned around the weekend.
      It is the penultimate race of 24 — more than ever — with a further six sprint events on top. More