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      Lewis Hamilton enjoys night out with Cristiano Ronaldo’s ex Irina Shayk days after her cosy dinner date with Tom Brady

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      LEWIS HAMILTON enjoyed a Parisian night out with Irina Shayk – just days after she was papped with Tom Brady.The F1 legend was spotted heading to a luxury venue with the stunning Russian model on Friday night.
      Lewis Hamilton stepped out for a night out in Paris with Irina Shayk on Friday nightCredit: BACKGRID
      Russian model Shayk donned an all-black outfit for their night on the tilesCredit: BACKGRID
      The pair were spotted heading into a luxury vehicleCredit: BACKGRID
      Hamilton donned an oversized and puffy cream hoody with baggy brown trousers and black sunglasses as they headed for a night on the tiles.
      Shayk, 38, also went for the oversized look – completing her all-black outfit with a large black leather trench coat.
      But she made sure to add some colour to her chic look with a bright but small red clutch bag.
      Shayk’s Paris rendezvous with Hamilton comes just days after she was spotted on a dinner date with NFL icon Tom Brady in New York.
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      The pair have been romantically linked for some time, although Shayk has refused to be drawn on rumours they’re an item.
      When recently probed on their rumoured romance, the ex of footie icon Cristiano Ronaldo said: “No comment.
      “I share my work stuff because I decided to keep my personal life personal.”
      Seven-time Super Bowl winner Brady is said to have not dived head-first into a relationship with Shayk due to all of his business commitments.
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      A source close to the 46-year-old reportedly told The Daily Mail: “If Tom had more time for love, he would be all about it and would likely still be dating Irina.
      “He really thinks she is great.
      “But Tom is keeping himself busy with his businesses.
      “Being a part of the sports teams he owns, getting ready for his commentating job next year, and being a father.
      “Everything he does, he wants to give it 110 per cent.
      “He knew he wasn’t able to give his full attention and time to Irina and she is such a good person, that he didn’t want her to feel less than in his world.
      “Maybe they will find each other in the future, but right now, it is easier for them to be friends.”
      Shayk is one of the world’s top modelsCredit: Mega
      Irina Shayk was recently spotted out on a dinner date with NFL legend Tom BradyCredit: Getty More

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      Mercedes re-hire chief who oversaw Lewis Hamilton’s success in desperate bid to bring back F1 glory

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      MERCEDES have followed up Toto Wolff’s new three-year deal by signing technical director James Allison to a new long-term contract.Wolff, who is three-way owner of the team along with Mercedes-Benz and Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has recently committed his future to the team.
      James Allison has committed his future to MercedesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Lewis Hamilton is bidding to return to winning ways next seasonCredit: Rex
      And now the Silver Arrows have moved to tie-down his chief designer ahead of another major rule change planned for 2026.
      Wolff said: “I am thrilled that James has committed his long-term future to the team.
      “Put simply, he is the most impressive technical leader in our sport.
      “His gladiator spirit, along with his knowledge, experience, and determination, make him second-to-none. His influence and impact, however, goes so much further than that.
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      “Since joining in 2017, he has been a key ally and sparring partner for me personally.
      “We can challenge each other openly and honestly; an embodiment of the ‘tough love’ culture of the team that is vital in helping us all perform at our very best.
      “Most importantly though, James is a true friend you can rely on, not only in times of success but in difficult moments too.
      “It has been a pleasure to work with him over the past seven years and I look forward to doing so for many more to come.”
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      Allison joined the team in 2017 as technical director and oversaw Lewis Hamilton’s successful spell with the team where he won four drivers’ titles and five consecutive constructors’ championships.
      After a brief spell working on INEOS’ America’s Cup project he returned to the F1 team in April last year to cure the team’s dreadful performance.
      He has now been ringfenced for the F1 operation as Mercedes try to catch runaway leaders, Red Bull.
      Allison said: “F1 has brought me a lot of good fortune, but none greater than answering Toto’s call to join Mercedes in 2017.
      “It is a great privilege to continue this adventure, working alongside brilliant colleagues and fighting together for championship success.”
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      Lando Norris set for huge McLaren pay rise on £13million F1 salary as rivals Mercedes and Red Bull circle British driver

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      McLAREN want to tie up Lando Norris to another long-term contract to fend off interest from Mercedes and Red Bull.In the second half of last season, Norris was the second-highest points scorer behind champion Max Verstappen.
      Lando Norris could see his salary rise by £7m per yearCredit: Getty
      McLaren CEO Zak Brown has explained how he wants to ensure Norris remains with his teamCredit: Getty
      The Brit, 24, is under contract until the end of 2025 but that has not put off McLaren’s rivals from checking on the highly-rated racer’s availability.
      Norris is currently on a deal worth around £13m per year and a new extension could see him earn £20m per year from 2026 onwards.
      McLaren CEO Zak Brown has signed key design staff, such as David Sanchez and Rob Marshall from Ferrari and Red Bull respectively, as the team make progress off track.
      Speaking at the launch of the team’s livery for 2024, Brown says he now wants to turn his attention to signing up his drivers to their long term project to win championships again.
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      He said: “My primary role is to get the right people in place, give them the right resources, and the support.
      “Of course when you’re building a team that has desires to get back to winning the world championship, you need the management, you need the technology, the infrastructure, and of course you need the two grand prix drivers.
      “I think we have all of those in place. We have Lando under contract for another couple of years. Of course, we’re in dialogue with him on a continuous basis as he’s starting to think through as we are, we’re very focused now here, obviously on the short term.
      “But also 2026 isn’t far away, and we recognise that being able to retain Lando and Oscar [Piastri] for the foreseeable future is definitely a key element and something that is a high priority for us.”
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      Norris is yet to win his first race but has come agonisingly close. He has taken 13 podiums and finished the championship in sixth place last season.
      And Brown says it is not down to his driver’s failure to see out the result but because the team have let him down, something he wants to rectify in 2024.
      He added: “The first victory is always somehow the most important, because when you have it, some confidence comes with it, so other things come slightly easier.
      “At the moment, I would say the main reason why this has not been possible is because we haven’t put Lando in condition to consistently compete for the victory.
      “So when Lando wins his first race, it will be a beautiful moment. He’s ready for that. It’s more about us being ready in delivering the car that allows him to take the opportunities.
      “At the moment, like actually we’ve been leading races but we couldn’t consolidate the result up to the chequered flag, so we look forward to that win, and hopefully we’ll have the opportunity in 2024.”
      While Brown is optimistic about his team’s chances coming into the new season he has raised concerns about the partnership between Red Bull and their sister team, AlphaTauri.
      And the McLaren chief thinks it could disrupt the playing field if the two teams are allowed to operate too closely and has subsequently voiced his fears.
      He said: “I am concerned over the AlphaTauri/Red Bull alliance.
      “AlphaTauri is, from what I understand, moving to the UK, which I think will benefit both teams.
      “So this A/B team and co-ownership, which is a whole other level of A/B team, is a big concern to us and the health and fairness of the sport.
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      “The A/B team co-ownership is a serious issue for the fairness of the sport for the fans.
      “That’s why it’s pretty much not allowed in any other form of major sport, and I’d like to see us as an industry focus on that before it gets to a level of being where F1 once was, which was very out of balance because people are playing by the rules but a different set of rules.”
      Norris made the podium an impressive 13 times last yearCredit: Getty More

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      Juliana Nalu shows off major underboob as she wows in barely-there outfit after welcoming in 2024 with Lewis Hamilton

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      MODEL Juliana Nalu gives Lewis Hamilton a belting reason to keep a beady eye on her.The Brazilian beauty posed in skimpy chains and a leather belt in a photoshoot showing off her incredible body after welcoming in the New Year with the Formula One star.
      Model Juliana Nalu showed off major underboob as she posed in nothing more than beads and a belt
      Juliana was seen at a party with F1 ace Lewis Hamilton on New Year’s EveCredit: Twitter/@fastpitstop
      The 25-year-old and the F1 racer, 39, were seen together at a party in her native Brazil.
      Fans later posted photos of Hamilton and Rio de Janeiro-born Juliana at a swish restaurant in the hippie chic destination.
      The model – who has dated Kanye West – has been romantically linked on and off to the racing driver for some time.
      Videos published on social media showed the sportsman, who was also previously rumoured to be getting close to Shakira, in a designer shirt and baseball cap in front of Juliana.
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      Local reports said Hamilton had been surrounded by bodyguards but seemed happy and greeted well-wishers with a broad smile.
      Juliana, who made an appearance at the Miami Grand Prix paddock in May where Hamilton was competing, set tongues wagging in a partly-see-through black dress.
      The Brazilian beauty was first described as Lewis’ “new girlfriend” at the start of 2023 when F1 fans claimed she was the woman pictured next to him as he relaxed in a hot-tub in the Antarctic with former Olympic snowboarder Shaun White.
      Only part of the top half of her body including her arm was visible in the snap Shaun posted on social media, but it was enough to get Hamilton’s followers identifying the mystery female as Kanye West’s ex.
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      Speaking about White and Hamilton, one person said: “Of course he’s on the same boat.
      “Check Shaun White’s Insta, they’re in the hot tub and a girl (Juliana Nalu?) in Lewis’ arms.” More

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      Former Premier League star Brenden Aaronson, 23, banned from driving after he was caught speeding in flash Mercedes AMG

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      A FORMER Premier League star has been banned from driving after he was caught speeding in his flashy Mercedes.Leeds midfielder Brenden Aaronson was clocked at 37mph in a 30mph zone while driving through Harrogate in North Yorkshire.
      Brenden Aaronson has been banned from drivingCredit: Getty
      The 23-year-old has now been barred from driving for six months after racking up 13 points on his licence.
      He was also ordered to pay a £666 fine, £266 surcharge and £90 in court costs.
      Aaronson, who is currently on loan with Union Berlin, pleaded guilty to the speeding offence at Harrogate Magistrates’ Court.
      JPs heard he already had ten points on his licence when he was caught speeding in his Mercedes AMG on March 12.
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      Aaronson signed for Leeds in 2022 in a £25million transfer from RB Salzburg.
      The US international scored one goal in 40 appearances across all competitions.
      His one goal came following an extraordinary blunder by Chelsea keeper Edouard Mendy.
      After the club was relegated from the Premier League at the end of last season, Aaronson went out on loan to Bundesliga side Union Berlin.
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      Michael Schumacher update as his ex-F1 team urges him to ‘keep fighting’ as mystery surrounds health on 55th birthday

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      MICHAEL Schumacher’s ex-Formula One team Mercedes have urged him to “keep fighting” on the day of his 55th birthday.The message of support comes as the seven-time F1 world champion continues to recover from a tragic skiing accident in December 2013.
      Mercedes have urged Schumacher to ‘keep fighting’ as he celebrates his 55th birthdayCredit: Twitter/X/@MercedesAMGF1
      The German has been recovering from a tragic skiing accident for the past decadeCredit: AFP
      Schumacher drove for Mercedes for three seasons after coming out of retirement in 2010Credit: AFP
      The legendary German was left fighting for his life after suffering a severe brain injury that saw him placed in a medically induced coma.
      But since being discharged from hospital in September 2014 to receive treatment at home, his recovery has been shrouded in mystery.
      The birthday message from Mercedes, however, provides some minor update and suggests the 55-year-old is still battling back to full recovery.
      Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the official Mercedes account wrote: “Happy Birthday, Michael. Today marks the @F1 legend’s 55th birthday. #KeepFightingMichael.”
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      Attached was a photo of Schumacher celebrating in Mercedes-clad gear and standing in front of one of his former cars.
      Fans flocked to the comments section to send their own birthday wishes to the German, but also to show their support for his wellbeing.
      One person said: “The man who made me fall in love with F1. Happy birthday, legend!”
      A second added: “Greatest of all time. I hope he is doing well.”
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      A third wrote: “Keep Fighting Legend!”
      Despite rare glimpses into his health offering little reason for optimism, the world of motorsport still holds the legendary German close to its hearts.
      His personality, racecraft and records have left an irreversible mark on the sport’s history.
      By the time Schumacher made his comeback from retirement in 2010 with Mercedes, however, he took just one podium during his three season stint.
      But it is the seven world championships and 91 wins over a glittering career between 1992 and 2006 that he is best remembered for.
      December 29 marked a full decade since Schumacher crashed while skiing in the French Alps, with his family sharing an agonising message
      The Keep Fighting Foundation, founded and run by Schumacher’s family urged the “inspiration” to keep going.
      But health updates continue to be few and far between, leaving room for speculation and conflicting reports from “insiders” about his slow progress.
      Schumacher’s ex-Ferrari rival, Rubens Barrichello, even revealed the time he was denied a visit to the F1 legend after his fateful accident.
      Speaking to Flow Podcast in his native Brazil, Barrichello said he tried visiting his former teammate after the accident, but was declined after getting a call from Schuey’s team.
      Three years before the crash, Schumacher tied up his £750million fortune to his family in his will and testament, despite being just 41 at the time.
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      When questioned on his decision by a German magazine in 2010, he replied: “Because of things that can happen in everyday life.”
      And how right he proved to be during that foreshadowing interview, with Schumacher left fighting for his life three years later.
      Schumacher took just one podium during his two years with MercedesCredit: AFP
      But it is the seven world championships and 91 wins over a glittering career between 1992 and 2006 that he is best remembered forCredit: Alamy More

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      Lewis Hamilton fuels fresh dating rumours as he parties with Kanye West’s model ex Juliana Nalu after ‘Shakira fling’

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      F1 ACE Lewis Hamilton has been spotted relaxing with supermodel Juliana Nalu after jetting to the beauty’s homeland.The pair were snapped partying together yesterday at a pre New Year’s Eve bash in the stunning coastal resort of Transcoso, north-east of Brazil.
      Lewis Hamilton was spotted relaxing with supermodel Juliana Nalu yesterdayCredit: Twitter/@fastpitstop
      The pair were seen at a pre New Year’s Eve bash in Transcoso, north-east of BrazilCredit: Twitter/@LewisHamiltonBR
      Fans convinced Lewis Hamilton is dating stunning Kanye West’s busty ex Juliana Nalu after hot tub snap emergedCredit: Instagram
      Fans later posted photos of Hamilton and Rio de Janeiro-born Juliana at a swish restaurant in the hippie chic destination.
      The model – who has dated Kanye West -has been romantically linked on and off to the racing driver for some time.
      Videos published on social media showed the 38-year-old sportsman, who was also previously rumoured to be getting close to Shakira, in a designer shirt and baseball cap in front of 25-year-old Juliana.
      Local reports said Hamilton had been surrounded by bodyguards but seemed happy and greeted well-wishers with a broad smile.
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      Juliana, who made an appearance at the Miami Grand Prix paddock in May where Hamilton was competing, set tongues wagging in a partly-see-through black dress.
      The Brazilian beauty was first described as Lewis’ “new girlfriend” at the start of the year when F1 fans claimed she was the woman pictured next to him as he relaxed in a hot-tub in the Antarctic with former Olympic snowboarder Shaun White.
      Only part of the top half of her body including her arm was visible in the snap Shaun posted on social media, but it was enough to get Hamilton’s followers identifying the mystery female as Kanye West’s ex.
      Speaking about White and Hamilton, one person said: “Of course he’s on the same boat. Check Shaun White’s Insta, they’re in the hot tub and a girl (Juliana Nalu?) in Lewis’ arms.”
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      Another added: “JULIANA NALU WITH LEWIS HAMILTON, REALLY???”
      A third said: “Juliana Nalu with Lewis Hamilton. LOL this darling is too good.”
      A fourth replied: “The Hamilton descent can be Brazilian and it only depends on Juliana Nalu.”
      Hamilton became an honorary citizen of Brazil in November last year.
      Congressman Andre Figueiredo had first made the suggestion after the Brit won the Brazilian Grand Prix for a third time at Interlagos.
      Hamilton, who was a huge admirer of Brazilian racing icon Ayrton Senna when he was growing up, carried a green and yellow Brazilian flag on his victory lap and at the podium to celebrate with local fans.
      In his last visit to the country last month for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, he said he would return to the South American country at the end of the season.
      Beyonce shot part of her Blue video in Trancoso and her sister Solange spent her honeymoon there.
      American broadcast journalist Anderson Cooper is a also regular visitor.
      The town has also attracted the likes of Naomi Campbell, Matthew McConaughey, Gisele Bunchen and Leonardo di Caprio.
      Juliana Nalu reportedly split with rapper Kanye West in December last year after only two short months of dating.
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      She confirmed she was single on social media on December 5 2022 in answer to a question from a fan.
      The former couple were first rumoured to be romantically linked after they were spotted out in New York in October 2022.
      Dating rumours were sparked after Hamilton fans identified the model from her arm
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      Michael Schumacher ‘has been driven round in Mercedes to stimulate his brain as he’s cared for by team of 15 doctors’

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      MICHAEL Schumacher has reportedly been back in the seat of a Mercedes car almost 10 years since his tragic ski accident.The F1 legend has been driven around in sporty AMG Merc to help stimulate his brain with familiar sounds of race cars.
      Michael Schumacher, pictured before his accident, has been driven round in a Mercedes to help stimulate his brain and help with his recovery
      Schumacher has 24-hour assistance from 15 doctors and a team of masseurs after his tragic ski accident almost a decade agoCredit: AFP
      The purpose of the trips was to help his brain by getting him to listen to familiar sounds of race cars and the roar of a Mercedes AMG engineCredit: Alamy
      It comes as further details emerge about Schumacher’s condition and treatment.
      He is being looked after by an expert team of 15 doctors and his loving wife Corinna at their estate in Switzerland.
      Still seen as one of the greatest F1 drivers in history, Schuey has been receiving 24-hour care ever since he suffered a devastating head injury while skiing in the French Alps. 
      December 29, marks a decade since the driver fell and struck a a rock so hard it split his helmet in two – leaving him in a coma for 250 days.
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      German publication BILD recently revealed that alongside the 15 doctors, Schumacher also has a range of masseurs and assistants as part of his care team. 
      BILD also broke the heartwarming news about the ex-Mercedes driver being given regular trips in their cars as part of his treatment.
      The purpose of the trips was to stimulate his brain with familiar sounds of race cars and the roar of a Mercedes AMG engine.
      The seven time world champion dominated motorsport in a decade of dominance between 1994 and 2004 when he won titles with both Ferrari and Benetton.
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      Schumacher spent over two decades racing, making his F1 debut in 1991 at the Belgian Grand Prix for the Jordan team.
      He ended his illustrious career after the 2012 season and was replaced by Lewis Hamilton – the man who would go on to equal his record number of world titles.
      Ever since his accident, his family have kept his life and condition completely private and he has not been seen or heard from.
      He currently lives alongside his wife at their Lake Geneva home under the care of a team of doctors.
      The latest news comes after former F1 ace and pal of Schuey – Timo Glock – spoke about what life could’ve been like had the icon of Motorsports never been in the accident.
      The 41-year-old German fantasised over what he thinks Schumacher might be up to today if he was able to recover fully and regain his drive and determination for success.
      Timo Glock said: “He would always have been around the F1 paddock but whether he would have been a pundit, I don’t know.
      “He would not have been the F1 expert in front of the cameras. Yes, he would have done interviews but I think he would have worked for the sport he lived for.”
      But Timo feels like his quest for glory would’ve made him want to continue and win more championships but as a team principle.
      He continued: “Maybe not in the first part of his retirement, maybe later on. But he would definitely have been a good person in that position because he knows exactly what it needs.”
      Other successful drivers have also turned into team bosses such as Alain Prost and Sir Jackie Stewart.
      The driver also said he “never thought it would be that tragic” a decade on from the horror ski crash.
      Timo spoke to BettingSites.co.uk about how he first heard about the news and how he never imagined it would cause so much long-term pain to Michael.
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      “We were playing cards and we heard about it on the news. It was a huge shock. You never thought it would be that tragic.
      “With Michael normally you would say he stands up and walks away. But sometimes things can be tragic.”
      The ex-Mercedes man hasn’t been seen near a race car in almost a decade as he recovers at home from a tragic skiing accident
      Schumacher is looked after by his wife Corinna who has made sure to keep his life and health private amongst just his close friends and familyCredit: Rex Features More