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      Inside final Top Gear Stig’s racing career as he’s unmasked as Phil Keen, most successful British GT driver in history

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      JEREMY CLARKSON has revealed the identities of Top Gear’s Stigs – including one who was the most successful driver in British GT history.Phil Keen was the final Stig and has enjoyed an illustrious 21-year career on the track alongside starring in the BBC’s hit show.Phil Keen has been unmasked as The StigCredit: RexKeen, right, is one of the most successful drivers in British GT historyCredit: RexHe was the Top Gear Stig between 2010 and 2022Credit: AlamyFormer Top Gear presenter Clarkson revealed Keen was the third and final Stig from 2010 to 2022, when the show was cancelled.Clarkson hosted a viewing party for the final episode of The Grand Tour at his pub on his farm, where he told a crowd: “The original Stig was Perry McCarthy, followed by Ben Collins, followed by Phil Keen. “There isn’t a current ‘Top Gear’ so there isn’t a current Stig, but the last one was Phil Keen.”Keen, 40, joined Top Gear a year after he was crowned champion of the British GT Championship in the Supersport class.READ MORE IN SPORTHe won an incredible eight races out of 14 alongside his team-mate Marcus Clutton.That was the only year he drove in the SuperSport class and he returned to GT3 the next year, featuring in that category on 16 occasions in the British GT Championship.Keen still competes in the class and this year he is in fourth place.He is considered the most successful driver in the championship’s history having finished as a runner-up three years in a row between 2016-18, when he drove for Barwell Motorsport.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBest racing resultsBritish GT Championship Supersport – 1st (2009)Moss Trophy – 1st (2018)Kinrara Trophy – 1st (2017)Radical Challenge SR3 – 1st (2014)Michelin Le Mans Cup – GT3 – 3rd (2017)74th Members Meeting Bruce McLaren Trophy – 2nd (2016)TVR Tuscan Challenge – 3rd (2003)And he holds a record 19 British GT Championship wins, with 12 poles.His total career wins stand at 45, with 92 podiums and 22 poles.I was Top Gear’s original Stig – now I have a job nobody would ever expectKeen is also driving in the European Le Mans Series this year and had picked up two points from four races, despite retiring from two.He currently drives a Ferrari 296 GT3 but most of his success in his career came behind the wheel of Lamborghini Huracan GT3.His other notable wins came in a Jaguar E-Type in the Goodwood Revival – Kinrara Trophy in 2017 and the Stirling Moss Trophy a year later. More

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      Tony Bellew snubs Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson as former world champion names boxing Mount Rushmore

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      TONY BELLEW snubbed Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson in his Mount Rushmore of boxing. The American National Memorial sculpture features the carved heads of ex-presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln.Tony Bellew is the former cruiserweight world championCredit: Getty Images – GettyThere has been a trend of picking four names who best represent a sport – and Bellew listed Roy Jones Jr, Ricardo Lopez, Muhammad Ali and Sugar Ray Robinson.It means no room for unbeaten Mayweather and KO king Tyson but SunSport break down what makes Bellew’s picks so special. Roy Jones Jr The American is considered of of the best talents to ever grace the ring, blessed with speed, power and sensational reactions. He was four-weight champion, winning belts from middleweight all the way up to HEAVYWEIGHT. READ MORE IN BOXINGBut Jones has continued fighting well into his prime, as recently as 2023 aged 54. Roy Jones Jr won the heavyweight titleCredit: EPARicardo LopezThe Mexican also had an undefeated 52-bout career but a 1998 draw with Rosendo Alvarez denied Lopez an unblemished record. He held two world titles and boxed as low as seven-and-a-half STONE. Lopez had 38 KOs and retired in 2001 and remains one of the most celebrated fighters in Mexican boxing history.Most read in BoxingRicardo Lopez remains one of the most celebrated fighters in Mexican boxing historyCredit: WBC Muhammad AliKnown as ‘The Greatest’ due to his iconic career in the ring and for the work he did outside of it. Ali reigned as three-time champ and fought George Foreman and Joe Frazier in two of the most famous fights of all time. The sporting great sadly passed away in 2016 aged 74 as the most beloved boxer of all time. Muhammad Ali is nicknamed ‘The Greatest’Sugar Ray RobinsonThe American goes down as one of the best of all time, campaigning from lightweight all the way to light-heavyweight. Robinson – who passed away in 1989 aged 67 – had 201 recorded fights with 174 wins, 19 losses, two draws and one no-contest. The boxing held the world titles at welterweight and middleweight. Boxing great Sugar Ray RobinsonCredit: Archive Photos – Getty More

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      Footballers who appeared in TV and film like David Beckham and Pele as Harry Kane makes his acting debut in porridge ad

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      FOOTBALLERS continue to swap the pitch for a TV and film screen.We’ve seen some who have wrapped up their careers and begun a new chapter in acting.Harry Kane appears in a German advert for 3Bears porridgeKane recently signed up to be the face of the cereal brandWhile others, during the pinnacle of their careers, have starred in TV ads. John Barnes, Lucozade springs immediately to mind.The most recent to make the transition is England legend Harry Kane.The 31-year-old striker recently agreed to become the face of 3Bear, a German-British porridge company based in Munich.In his first campaign for the brand, which is shot like hit TV series The Office, he stars as the “new boy” at the firm.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe 90-second mockumentary advert features Kane as a confused colleague on his first day at the office.He arrives at the 3Bears headquarters and introduces himself to co-owners Tim Nichols and Caroline Nichols.The Bayern Munich star attempts to speak to baffled workers, but they do not respond.Kane then puts a football-shaped mug on the table before asking: “So I guess breakfast is included?”Most read in FootballThe ex-Tottenham striker joins a number of football luminaries who have channelled their Robert De Niro.Vinnie Jones bags huge sum for Netflix doc about Wimbledon footie career – featuring iconic on pitch moment (1)Join SunSport in going through them.Vinnie JonesIt was British filmmaker Guy Ritchie who saw a future for the ex-Wimbledon hardman in films.He cast Vinnie as ‘Big Chris’ in 90s flick Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, in which he worked as a heavy for ‘Hatchet Harry’.A role in Snatch as ‘Bullet Tooth Tony’ followed, and he has since appeared in 109 productions, according to IMDB.He played Juggernaut in X-Men: The Last Stand in 2006 alongside Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart.And he is gearing up to star in The Gentleman – another Guy Ritchie film – that’s been turned into a TV series.Vinnie Jones first appeared on film in Lock, Stock and Two Smoking BarrelsCredit: AlamyVinnie Jones, right, later appeared in Guy Ritchie’s SnatchCredit: AlamyEric CantonaMan Utd legend Cantona is another 90s footballer who caught the acting bug.He unexpectedly retired in his prime at the age of 30 in his prime to pursue his dream.The Frenchman scored his first Hollywood role opposite Cate Blanchett in Elizabeth – playing an ambassador, unsurprisingly from France.He went on to star in plenty of French films, but it was in his star turn in indie film Looking for Eric that he showed a penchant for humour. Eric Cantona appeared as a French ambassador in Elizabeth in 1998Credit: AlamyCantona’s comic turn in Looking for Eric was even betterCredit: AlamyZlatan IbrahimovicIf ever there was a man built for action movies, it has to be Zlatan.The Swedish legend has made his film debut in new Netflix film, Asterix & Obelix: The Middle Kingdom.Of course he plays a Roman centurion and gets to show off his fighting skills in one scene – flicking up a helmet with his feet, before delivering a devastating uppercut blow to a villain and knocking his opponent off his feet.Oscar-winner Marion Cotillard also appears, proving Zlatan is in great company.Zlatan Ibrahimovic stars as a Roman centurion in the new Asterix movieCredit: PatheIbrahimovic attended the film’s premiere this monthCredit: RexRonaldoYou know you’ve made it in life when you appear in The Simpsons.Brazil legend Ronaldo played himself in a 2007 episode of the hit American cartoon.Incredibly, he voiced himself in English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Dutch.Amusingly, he turns up at a football match Lisa is playing – labelling her “a flopper” after she goes down too easy following a sturdy challenge. Ronaldo appeared as himself in The SimpsonsCredit: Fox BroadcastingAlly McCoistUnbeknownst to many, Rangers and talksSPORT legend McCoist was in a movie opposite Robert Duvall in A Shot at Glory in 2000.He had to play a fictional legendary ex-Celtic player called Jackie McQuillan, which would have hurt.However, McCoist confessed he wore a Rangers jersey underneath a Celtic one while filming.Ally McCoist opposite movie legend Robert Duvall in A Shot at GloryCredit: AlamyDavid BeckhamWith his movie star looks, it’s no wonder Beckham made it in the movies.Pal Guy Ritchie cast him in two of his films, as a projectionist in 2014’s The Man from U.N.C.L.E. and then as Trigger in King Arthur: Legend of the Sword in 2017.In the latter, he starred with Charlie Hunnam.Hunnam told Becks on set: “I said ‘listen pal, this is my movie and I want to be the most handsome man on screen!'”David Beckham appeared in King Arthur: Legend of the Sword in 2017Credit: AlamyBeckham spotted on the set of the Guy Ritchie movieCredit: AlamyFrank LeboeufEx-Chelsea defender Leboeuf made a bizarre cameo in Oscar-nominated movie The Theory of Everything, based on the life of Stephen Hawking.The French World Cup winner popped up as a doctor in one scene, although it wasn’t his acting debut.Previously he appearedin 2001’s Taking Sides, and has also acted in several theatres as well as World War II film Allies.“Journalists have asked me what is the common point between football and theatre, but they are completely different. We are both live — that’s it,” he told The Times.Frank Leboeuf seen in The Theory of EverythingCredit: TM & © Universalread more sport featuresPeleWith his status as the best footballer on the planet in the 1960s and 70s, it was no surprise Hollywood came calling.The late Pele played the role of Corporal Luis Fernandez, a captured POW during the Second World War in the classic Escape to Victory – with Michael Caine and Sylvester Stallone in starring roles too.The 1981 movie featured several footballers, including Bobby Moore and Ossie Ardiles – who are famously pitted against a German team in an exhibition match for their freedom.Pele shares a chat with Sylvester Stallone on set of 1981 film Escape to VictoryCredit: GettyPele was one of a number of footballers who appearedCredit: AlamyCarlo AncelottiIt’s a blink and you’ll miss it moment. But, the Real Madrid legend showed off his inner trekkie – appearing in Star Trek Beyond in 2016.Ancelotti’s brief cameo came at Starbase Yorktown as a doctor, kitted out in a Starfleet outfit as he examined an alien.Ancelotti said to Four Four Two: “I am a terrible actor.“I loved Star Trek as a child, so it is wonderful to be in the film now.”Carlo Ancelotti is a self-confessed Star Trek fanAncelotti appears in a blink and you’ll miss it moment in Star Trek Beyond in 2016Chris KamaraKamara turned out for Leeds, Bradford and Sheffield United – so it was only right that he would turn up on Yorkshire’s famous soap.Kammy appeared in a small role for an episode that was shown in 2019.He played a football coach and was labelled a “gobby manager” in a clash with Bear Wolf.READ MORE SUN STORIESEmmerdale viewers took to Twitter after watching the hilarious cameo.One fan said: “It’s Chris Kamara the Legend!!!! Unbelievable Jeff!!”Chris Kamara played a ‘Gobby manager’ in Emmerdale and ruffled Bear Wolf’s feathers in the soapCredit: ITV More

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      Arteta asked about a 12-year-old Ethan Nwaneri in his first week as Arsenal boss – five years later he must unleash him

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      MIKEL ARTETA has had his eye on Ethan Nwaneri since he was 12-years-old.Within the first week of his appointment as Arsenal boss in December 2019, Arteta spoke with U16 coach Dan Micciche about an immense talent playing with kids four years his senior and asked him: “I hear you’ve got a player for me…”Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta has had his eye on Ethan Nwaneri since 2019Nwaneri signed his Arsenal contract alongside Jack WilshereCredit: Arsenal FC via Instagram / @ethan_nwaneriNwaneri made history when he featured in the Premier League at the age of 15Credit: GettyA video compilation was compiled to prove that the early comparisons to Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, Cesc Fabregas and Jack Wilshere were not as wild as they initially sounded.Fast forward to the present day and 17-year-old Nwaneri is on the cusp of a full Prem debut after scoring twice on his first senior start against Bolton in the Carabao Cup third round.And given the Gunners’ current injury issues in midfield, Arteta should hold him back no longer ahead of their clash with Leicester at the Emirates on Saturday. The time is now.As Arteta himself admitted after the 5-1 thumping of the Trotters, “the boy is ready” before adding: “He’s ahead of what anybody could expect”.READ MORE ON ARSENALHowever, Arsenal’s Hale End academy have known about Nwaneri’s potential since his arrival as a nine-year-old – where he was introduced to several senior stars on his first day.His progress since has been nothing short of meteoric, playing with the U18s at the age of 14 and the U21s at the age of 15 before his history-making Prem debut in September 2022.There was interest from Chelsea and Manchester City before he signed his first pro deal back in March after his 17th birthday – but leaving Arsenal has never been a consideration.After scoring his first two goals for the club on Wednesday night, the England U19s starlet said: “It’s a great feeling when the club you love and have grown up with and the fans are chanting your name.Most read in FootballNwaneri scored two against League One side Bolton in the Carabao Cup on WednesdayCredit: RexNwaneri made his Prem debut in a 3-0 win over Brentford aged 15Credit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“It’s a good feeling. It’s a surreal feeling. It’s a feeling I’ve wanted to feel for almost 16 years of my life so to actually feel it, it’s crazy. I just want more of it.”Nwaneri was one of NINE academy players in the squad against Bolton, with 16-year-old keeper Jack Porter, defenders Maldini Kacurri, 18, and Josh Nichols, 18, and winger Ismeal Kabia, 18, also making their debuts.Mikel Arteta insists Ethan Nwaneri will get more chances for Arsenal this season Nwaneri added: “All of those players that I’ve played with since I’ve been like nine and now we’re on the big pitch together, it’s a crazy feeling.”But Nwaneri is the shining light and the quiet leader among them, despite his shy and down-to-earth nature. Before kick-off against Bolton, Nwaneri led his academy pals out on to the pitch to soak up the atmosphere, shaking hands with managing director Richard Garlick.Nwaneri does his talking on the pitch, showing an eye for goal in the 37th and 49th minute and looking immensely comfortable on the ball, constantly dodging tackles with power and poise.Not that it has affected his school work. Much like another academy grad Myles Lewis-Skelly, the pair would often finish training, put on their uniforms and race to school to hand in homework.Nwaneri has had many a role model, coached by club legend Wilshere in the U18s and called “very, very special” by former midfielder Granit Xhaka while the Swiss international picked up his coaching badges with the U16s at London Colney.Nwaneri joined Arsenal when he was eight years oldCredit: Arsenal FC via Instagram / @ethan_nwaneriHe now plays for Mikel Arteta’s first teamCredit: GettyEven current skipper Martin Odegaard has gone out of his way to guide and nurture a player who could one day replace him as Arsenal’s talisman and fan favourite.With Odegaard and Mikel Merino missing through injury and Jorginho and Thomas Partey in need of a rest, these upcoming home league outings against the Foxes and Southampton could not have come at a better time for Nwaneri’s official unveiling as a first team regular.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe has already featured once this Prem term, off the bench late on to help see out a 1-0 victory away at rivals Tottenham, adding to previous sub appearances at the Bees and West Ham.Nwaneri said: “It’s been intense, but it’s definitely helped me as a player. I’ve added that to my game.”Arsenal player ratings vs BoltonETHAN NWANERI will remember this night for the rest of his life after scoring twice on his full Arsenal debut.The Gunners eased to a 5-1 victory over Bolton in the Carabao Cup third round.See how their players, young and old, rated at the Emirates.Jack Porter – 6He may be 16 years old but he did not show it tonight. Had one scare when his pass was blocked by Aaron Collins and the ball flew over but other than that he did not put a foot wrong.Josh Nichols – 6Encouraging signs from the right-back although he was not really tested in a defensive capacity.Jakub Kiwior – 6Dealt with Bolton’s many crosses into the box but was far too high up the pitch, along with Calafiori, which allowed the visitors to break and score.Riccardo Calafiori – 7A Rolls-Royce defender who carries himself a bit like David Luiz, minus the erratic decision-making. Defended well and went close with a long shot.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 7Looked very comfortable in possession and saw plenty of the ball. Excellent composure for a young head and linked with Sterling well.Jorginho – 6Kept things ticking over but in truth it was quite an easy night for the Italian.Declan Rice – 7Took his goal very well and everything Arsenal did went through him.Ethan Nwaneri – 9A night to remember for the 17-year-old as he capped his first start for the club with his first goals. Showed great poaching instincts.Bukayo Saka – 9Typical Saka performance and he was a constant threat with his delivery, whether in open play or from corners.Raheem Sterling – 9A threat throughout and he is back playing with a smile on his face, which is great to see. Worked hard and got his deserved goal when he poked in from two yards out.Gabriel Jesus – 5Plenty of energy and panache up front but without the finishing to match – a familiar tale of his Arsenal career.See how the Arsenal subs rated here More

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      Third tier club forfeit match for using ‘FAKE players’ including foreign star they claimed was ‘deaf, illiterate mute’

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      A THIRD-TIER club have been forced to forfeit a match after using a fake player they claimed was a deaf and illiterate mute.Romanian club CSM Adjud had three points taken away after their 1-0 win over Voința Limpeziș was turned into a forfeit.A Romanian third-tier side were stripped of a win after fielding an ineligible playerCredit: Facebook / ACS Voința LimpezișThe FRF Disciplinary Commission interevened following allegations Adjud had fielded an ineligible player.It was claimed that instead of Romanian Cosmin Togan taking to the field, it was actually a South American national playing instead.Adjud Ciprian Vrabie revealed his club thought such an incident may occur, so he asked the referee to take a look at the players’ registration sheet.He explained: “At one point, during the match, I heard that the player with number 21 from Limpeziș was speaking in a foreign language. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”On the score sheet, however, there was a Romanian footballer, who met the U19 criteria, born in 2005. “At half-time, I filed an appeal, and the referee requested that the respective player come to the booth for identification.”The officials from Voința explained that the footballer is deaf-mute, so it is not possible to talk to him.”And when he was only asked to write his name on a piece of paper, it was impossible, under the argument that he doesn’t even know how to write!”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWho are these famous footballers?Limpeziș president Ioniță Dedu has revealed his club have appealed the league’s decision to forfeit the match.Dedu said: “I wasn’t even at that match and, frankly, I don’t know these details very well. “But I don’t think there was any substitution. How to do such a thing? I will also discuss again with my colleagues from the club.Mikel Arteta insists Ethan Nwaneri will get more chances for Arsenal this season “I understood that the federation self-reported that we would use two non-EU players.”It is about a Colombian and a Nigerian, who would have an American passport. Or something like that. I can’t tell you exactly. We have already appealed”.However, when asked to provide the name of the South American national who is at the centre of the storm, Dedu did not reply and instead rejected the reporter’s call and blocked his number. More

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      Arsenal 5 Bolton 1: 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri runs the show against League One opposition in comfortable win for Gunners

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      SOME of Arsenal’s greatest young talents have made their names in the Carabao Cup.You can add 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri to that list.Teenager Ethan Nwaneri was the man of the momentCredit: GettyUnder Arsene Wenger, Cesc Fabregas became the club’s youngest-ever first team starter at 16 years and 177 days in a third-round tie against Rotherham in October 2003, before becoming their youngest ever scorer two months later in the fourth round against Wolves.In September 2008, Jack Wilshere made his first senior start and scored his first goal in a 6-0 third round thrashing of Sheffield United at 16 years and 266 days.And last night against Bolton, Gunners boss Mikel Arteta carried on that tradition by chucking more record-breaking Hale End academy teenagers into a third round clash.Four of them got their first run-outs, meaning Arteta has now handed debuts to TWELVE academy players since taking over in December 2019 – but it was two-goal Nwaneri who stole the show.READ MORE ON ARSENALNwaneri clinched the title of youngest ever Prem player back in September 2022 with a substitute appearance away at Brentford at the age of 15 years and 181 days.And here at the Emirates, on his first senior start, the midfield starlet grabbed a goal either side of half time after Declan Rice’s 16th minute opener against the Trotters.At 17 years and 188 days, Nwaneri is now Arsenal’s fourth youngest scorer of the 21st century, behind Fabregas, Wilshere and Arturo Lupoli.Arteta had a headache in between the sticks with No.1 David Raya left out as a precaution due to a thigh knock, new-signing Neto cup-tied and 18-year-old Tommy Setford injured too.Most read in FootballDeclan Rice opened the scoring for ArsenalCredit: PARice celebrates his openerCredit: ReutersNwaneri ran the show at the EmiratesCredit: AFPNwaneri celebrates his firstCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSo, at the age of 16 years and 72 days, fresh-faced Essex-born keeper Jack Porter became the youngest player to ever start a match for Arsenal, leap-frogging the great Fabregas.Porter now also holds the record of Arsenal’s youngest goalie in their history by two years and is the second youngest player to feature in a senior match, behind Nwaneri.Arsenal chief executive Tim Lewis fails to shake hands with Manchester City’s top brass after dramatic Etihad drawIn the 53rd minute, Porter’s clean sheet dreams were dashed without having to make a save – Aaron Collins rounding the youngster after a speedy counter.And in all the Hale End excitement, Raheem Sterling’s first start since joining on loan from Chelsea this summer was slightly overshadowed, despite also getting on the scoresheet.Porter and Nwaneri were two of NINE academy players in Arteta’s much-changed squad following Sunday’s Battle of the Etihad, with five in a starting line-up that had an average age of 22.7, including Bukayo Saka, Josh Nichols and Myles Lewis-Skelly.Left-back Lewis-Skelly, 17, had an eventful senior debut against Manchester City last weekend – booked as a sub and squaring up to Erling Haaland at full-time, but earned his first start in this one while right-back Nichols, 18, made his full debut.Fellow young Guns Ismeal Kabia, Maldini Kacurri, Ayden Heaven and Alexei Rojas made up a strong bench with defender Kacurri and winger Kabia, both 18, also making their debuts late on.Raya, Jurrien Timber, Ben White and Leandro Trossard were left at home, but all eyes were on Porter in the early stages – a player who had only tasted U21s football for the first time in August.With a nervy fifth minute first touch, he was left on his backside, but such was Arsenal’s dominance that Porter’s only real job before the break was to pick an offside goal out of his net.READ MORE SUN STORIESRice curled in a sweet effort from a Nichols cross not dealt with by Scott Arfield and Sterling teed up Nwaneri for a 37th minute tap-in.Some poor play from the visitors out the back gifted Nwaneri a fairy tale second in the 49th minute before Sterling and Kai Havertz wrapped up a near-perfect night in North London, as Lewis-Skelly limped off with an injury on the hour mark.Nwaneri doubled his tallyCredit: GettyNwaneri had a night to rememberCredit: GettyRaheem Sterling got his first Arsenal goalCredit: GettySterling was all smiles in Arsenal redCredit: GettyAaron Collins pulled one back for BoltonCredit: GettyIt was nothing more than a consolationCredit: GettyKai Havertz got in on the actionCredit: GettyIt wrapped up the winCredit: GettyArsenal player ratings vs BoltonETHAN NWANERI will remember this night for the rest of his life after scoring twice on his full Arsenal debut.The Gunners eased to a 5-1 victory over Bolton in the Carabao Cup third round.See how their players, young and old, rated at the Emirates.Jack Porter – 6He may be 16 years old but he did not show it tonight. Had one scare when his pass was blocked by Aaron Collins and the ball flew over but other than that he did not put a foot wrong.Josh Nichols – 6Encouraging signs from the right-back although he was not really tested in a defensive capacity.Jakub Kiwior – 6Dealt with Bolton’s many crosses into the box but was far too high up the pitch, along with Calafiori, which allowed the visitors to break and score.Riccardo Calafiori – 7A Rolls-Royce defender who carries himself a bit like David Luiz, minus the erratic decision-making. Defended well and went close with a long shot.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 7Looked very comfortable in possession and saw plenty of the ball. Excellent composure for a young head and linked with Sterling well.Jorginho – 6Kept things ticking over but in truth it was quite an easy night for the Italian.Declan Rice – 7Took his goal very well and everything Arsenal did went through him.Ethan Nwaneri – 9A night to remember for the 17-year-old as he capped his first start for the club with his first goals. Showed great poaching instincts.Bukayo Saka – 9Typical Saka performance and he was a constant threat with his delivery, whether in open play or from corners.Raheem Sterling – 9A threat throughout and he is back playing with a smile on his face, which is great to see. Worked hard and got his deserved goal when he poked in from two yards out.Gabriel Jesus – 5Plenty of energy and panache up front but without the finishing to match – a familiar tale of his Arsenal career.See how the Arsenal subs rated here More

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      Mike Tyson admits he used to blow through $5MILLION in a couple of days ahead of money-spinning Jake Paul fight

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      MIKE TYSON revealed he used to blow through $5MILLION in just a couple of days during his superstar prime. Iron Mike – still one of the most celebrated fighters of all time – was once the highest-paid boxer in the world.Mike Tyson speaking to TV host Jimmy KimmelCredit: Jimmy Kimmel LiveTyson revealed he used to blow through $5m in a couple of daysCredit: Jimmy Kimmel LiveTyson is believed to have earned over £200m during his career – and knew how to spend it.He told Jimmy Kimmel: “Five million dollars might go in a couple of days, yeah. I’m a big spender.”No, not now but when I was a young kid $5million might go in a couple of days.”Asked if he regretted it, Tyson hit back: “Never! I had such a great time.”READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson became the youngest heavyweight champion of all time aged just 20 when he knocked out Trevor Berbick in 1986. And he was boxing’s biggest pay-per-view star during the late 1980s and 1990s, making upwards of £20m a fight. But his career took a decline heading into the new millennium and by 2003, Tyson filed for bankruptcy with debts of £17m.He retired in 2005 following two dismal defeats and financial struggles. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut in retirement, Tyson recouped his wealth with celebrity appearances, movie roles and partnerships. He even became a cannabis mogul with earnings of around £500,000-per-month through marijuana products he sells.Mike Tyson makes worrying admission in TV interview ahead of Jake Paul fight – and it could see him BANNEDTyson did make a shock boxing comeback in 2020 for an exhibition with fellow great Roy Jones Jr, which ended in a draw. And now – four years after the glorified sparring session with Jones – the heavyweight icon is back again. He is due to face YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul on November 15 in Texas in a clash that has attracted controversy due to the age gap. Tyson, 58, sparked further health fears after pulling out of the initial July 20 date when he suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach. But he has been declared medically fit to fight Paul, 27, who has ten wins and one loss on his boxing record. Both will be subjected to drug testing and Tyson will also have to undertake additional brain and heart tests due to his age.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt will be a professionally sanctioned bout – Tyson’s first in almost 15 YEARS – with records officially on the line.And both are expected to split a huge $80m (£60m) prize pot down the middle in what will also mark Netflix’s first move into live boxing. Tyson made over £200m in his boxing careerHe retired in 2005 after defeatCredit: ReutersHe made a fortune through cannabis in retirementCredit: InstagramTyson now returns to boxing to fight Jake PaulCredit: REX More

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      Mike Tyson leaves TV presenter shocked with worrying admission ahead of Jake Paul fight – and it could see him BANNED

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      MIKE TYSON has made a worrying admission that could lead to the AXING of his fight with Jake Paul.The 58-year-old former undisputed heavyweight champion will throw down with the YouTuber-turned-boxer in a controversial Texas tussle on November 15.Mike Tyson’s worrying admission has led to concerns his fight with Jake Paul could be scrappedCredit: Jimmy Kimmel LiveTyson revealed he has been making use of marijuana and magic mushrooms to push through his latest fight campCredit: Jimmy Kimmel LiveThe reply left chat show host Jimmy Kimmel visibly shockedCredit: Jimmy Kimmel LiveTraining camp for his ring return has been gruelling for the fan favourite, who recently admitted it’s taken its toll on his body.Iron Mike has been making use of marijuana and MAGIC MUSHROOMS to help his body get through his latest fight camp.And the Hall Famer has claimed he may be as high as a kite for his punch-up with Paul as he doesn’t plan to stop smoking the wacky baccy before the fight.When asked by Jimmy Kimmel if he’ll be high during the bout, Tyson responded: “I’m gonna be so high off life, yeah.”READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAULKimmel prodded further, asking the boxing legend: “Will you be high on marijuana, as well?”And Tyson admitted: “That’s a possibility, too.”Tyson could be banned from competing by the Texas Athletic Commission if he tests positive for marijuana as the drug is on the sanctioning body’s list of prohibited substances.Boxing fans are concerned for the former ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ ahead of his Dallas dust-up with Paul, who is 31 YEARS his junior.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMany believe the huge payday he’ll receive for the Netflix bout is his primary motivator for lacing up his gloves again.But the New Yorker insists that’s not the case, recently admitting: “I’m a glory junkie. Fans say ‘I’m a believer now’ as Mike Tyson, 58, makes emotional admission ahead of Jake Paul boxing showdown”I love people thinking about me all day.”I’d rather live a short life of glory than a long life of obscurity. It’s just who I am.“This is all I started fighting for—to get all this f***ing status.”I’m going to be chasing it for the rest of my life. I know that.”I’m never going to get what I want, because I’m one of those gluttons for pain. I can never get enough.”Tyson will throw down with YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in NovemberCredit: REXBut Tyson’s love of marijuana could put the fight at riskCredit: INSTAGRAM@MIKETYSONTyson has been driven back to the ring by his addiction to having his hand raisedCredit: GETTY More