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      Moment Erling Haaland caught ‘scrolling’ through his phone while driving his £250,000 Mercedes after leaving Etihad

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      ERLING Haaland has been caught appearing to use his mobile phone as he left the Etihad on Sunday night – while behind the wheel of his brand new £250,000 motor.The Norwegian goal machine, 24, was spotted driving his flash Mercedes Maybach after he scored against Arsenal in a 2-2 draw.Erling Haaland has been caught appearing to use his mobile phone while driving as he left the Etihad on Sunday nightCredit: TikTokThe Man City goal-machine was seen scrolling through his phone in his £250k Mercedes while he stopped in trafficCredit: TikTokHaaland netted against Arsenal earlier on SundayCredit: GettyIn footage viewed over 12,000 times on TikTok, it looks like Haaland brazenly scrolled through his phone while stopped in traffic alongside glamorous girlfriend Isabel Haugseng Johansen.Wearing a blue hoodie, he was filmed picking up the device as his vehicle was surrounded by fans taking pictures through the window – only briefly looking up.Haaland then put down his phone as the traffic started to move.It comes just a year after the striker was caught using his device while driving his £300k Rolls-Royce Cullinan on a dual-carriageway near to the Etihad in Manchester.Read More in FootballA source said: “Haaland’s certainly scored an own goal.“His car was surrounded by fans taking pictures and videos.“He seemed totally unfazed and didn’t think anything of scrolling through his phone while driving.“He’s a role model to so many young kids – he should know better.Most read in Football“It’s so dangerous and it’s not the first time he’s done it.”The incident occurred just hours after the £375,000-a-week footie sensation scored the first goal of the game in the ninth minute.He was criticised for his celebration when John Stones slotted a dramatic 98th-minute equaliser after he threw the ball at the back of Gabriel’s head, appearing to trigger a bust-up between the two sides.Road safety campaigners blasted his behaviour, branding it “incredibly dangerous”.Lucy Straker, Campaigns Manager at Brake, said: “It is important for any person in a position of influence to act responsibly in these situations, so that those who look up to them can follow their example.“Using any phone while driving is dangerous – driving is a highly complex task requiring a person’s full attention, as any error can be catastrophic.“The temptation of looking at a phone can never be worth someone’s life.“We are relieved that in this instance no one was hurt or killed.“We would encourage Erling Haaland to reach out to us.”Haaland’s error came despite driving rules in his homeland of Norway also banning motorists from using their devices while at the wheel.Ruth Purdie OBE, chief executive of The Road Safety Trust, said: “Using a mobile phone while driving is both illegal and incredibly dangerous, significantly increasing the risk of collisions, injuries, and fatalities on our roads.“It’s crucial that high-profile individuals, particularly those who are role models, understand the far-reaching impact of their actions behind the wheel.”Drivers caught using mobile phones at the wheel face a £200 fine and six points on a driving licence.Road safety experts are calling on tougher laws to deter motorists after usage is up 93 percent.Fresh data from the Department for Transport revealed younger drivers were found to be the most at risk, with use among 17-29 year olds higher than any other age range.READ MORE SUN STORIESAccording to the latest Reported Road Casualties Great Britain (2022), 22 people were killed and 674 injured in road traffic collisions where a driver using a mobile phone was considered to be a contributory factor.Manchester City and Greater Manchester Police have been contacted for comment.The Man City ace was driving just hours after a Premier League clash on SundayCredit: Getty More

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      Health scare for Lewis Hamilton and George Russell at Singapore GP as F1 stars forced to miss media duties with illness

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      LEWIS HAMILTON and team-mate George Russell were both pulled from their planned media duties after “overheating” during the Singapore Grand Prix. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff admitted it was “painful” to see the Silver Arrows place fourth and sixth.Lewis Hamilton suffered from ‘borderline heatstroke’ at the Singapore GPTeam-mate George Russell also missed media duties on medical groundsThe Marina Bay street race is usually the most physically-demanding of the Formula 1 season. owing to Singapore’s heat and humidity.Wolff told how Hamilton, who placed sixth after starting the race from P3, fell ill in the immediate aftermath of the 62-lap race.And Russell, who finished fourth, was heard on team radio in his car during the closing stages saying “it’s like a sauna in here”.The British Mercedes pair didn’t carry out their usual post-race media duties on medical grounds.READ MORE F1 NEWSA spokesperson for the team said: “Unfortunately neither George or Lewis will be attending the media pen this evening as they recover from the exertions of this evening’s race.”Team Principal Wolff told reporters: “They are both suffering from overheating.”But they are fine now. They put themselves in an ice bath and I think that helped a bit.”The race itself had proved a disappointing one for both Hamilton and Russell from the second row.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Mercedes duo were split by Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, who recovered from ninth on the grid to overtake Hamilton and finish on the lead Mercedes’ tail.On the race, Wolff said: “It was a really painful evening.Lando Norris finally breaks opening lap curse to keep slim hopes of pipping Max Verstappen to F1 world title alive”It’s not about when you look at the positions we are fourth and sixth, that’s not good especially when you are starting third and fourth.””We struggle at the moment with tracks that are hot and are tough on traction. It was here and it was Baku. “But this is no excuse, it’s just at the moment now what we expect from ourselves because if your quickest car is a minute behind the leader it’s just difficult to accept.”The Mercedes’ W15 was not a match on race pace for the two McLarens, which finished first and third.While standings leader Max Verstappen finished second behind title rival Lando Norris with six races remaining. More

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      Max Verstappen threatens to QUIT F1 after being forced to do ‘community service’ in bizarre punishment for swearing

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN has threatened to quit Formula One in the wake of his community service order for swearing.The three-time world champ was sanctioned by the FIA after he let an F-bomb slip while speaking to the press after Friday’s practice before the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday.Max Verstappen has alluded to turning his back on F1After the FIA gave him a bizarre punishment for swearing after the Azerbaijan GPReferring to the Azerbaijan Grand Prix two weeks ago, where Verstappen finished fifth, he said: “The car was f***ed.”The Dutchman was summoned to the stewards for his comment, which was in breach of the sporting code.Stewards in Singapore decided that Verstappen has to “accomplish some work of public interest” for using language they deemed “coarse, rude or may cause offence”.The 26-year-old effectively boycotted the FIA’s mandatory post-qualifying media call on Saturday in response.READ MORE SPORT NEWSHe then kept his answers to a minimum by replying “no comment” to one question after he finished second in the race to title rival Lando Norris on Sunday.Away from the FIA’s official press conference, he was asked during a separate press call with Red Bull if the punishment has left him considering his future.Verstappen said: “These kind of things definitely decide my future, if you can’t be yourself or you have to deal with these silly things.”I’m now at the stage of my career that you don’t want to be dealing with this all the time. It’s really tiring.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Of course it’s great to have success and win races, but once you’ve accomplished all of that, then you want to just have a good time as well.”If you have to deal with all these kinds of silly things, for me that is not a way of continuing in this sport, that’s for sure.”Lando Norris finally breaks opening lap curse to keep slim hopes of pipping Max Verstappen to F1 world title aliveFIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem on Verstappen’s community service punishmentThe FIA President said: “I mean, we have to differentiate between our sport – motorsport – and rap music.“We’re not rappers, you know. They say the F-word how many times per minute? We are not on that. That’s them and we are [us].“We have to be careful with our conduct. We need to be responsible people. “And now with the technology, everything is going live and everything is going to be recorded. “At the end of the day, we have to study that to see: do we minimise what is being said publicly?“Because imagine you are sitting with your children and watching the race and then someone is saying all of this dirty language. I mean, what would your children or grandchildren say? What would you teach them if that is your sport?”The finer details of the “public interest” punishment have not yet been revealed.The sanction comes after FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem warned against the use of foul language in the sport.Verstappen stated at last month’s Dutch Grand Prix that he is already halfway through his career.He said: “I will always be myself. I will not change how I am in my life. “At one point when it’s enough it’s enough. Racing will go on, and F1 will go on without me.”If you can’t really be yourself to the fullest, then it’s better not to speak. But that’s not what anyone wants, because then you become a robot, and that’s not how you should be going about it in this sport.”The Red Bull star, who is under contract until 2028, has previously questioned the demands of the ever-expanding calendar.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe is currently 52 points ahead of Norris in the standings with six races remaining as he bids for a fourth consecutive world title.F1 returns to Austin on 0ctober 10.Lando Norris close the gap on Verstappen with a first place finish in Singapore More

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      F1 legend chokes up and breaks down in tears after Singapore Grand Prix and could be replaced before next race

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      DANIEL RICCIARDO choked up tearfully and struggled to speak after finishing last in the Singapore Grand Prix – as it could be his F1 swansong.Red Bull are tipped to replace him next time out in the US on October 21.Memories and emotion were etched on Daniel Ricciardo’s faceAt times he also put on a brave face in the interviewRiccardo ended up 18th and last of the finishers, having qualified in 16thCredit: RexThe Aussie delayed getting out of his car following Sunday’s race – won by McLaren’s Lando Norris.And afterwards Ricciardo explained his “flood of emotions” following his 13 years in F1, which included eight wins from 2011-2021.Mixing long pauses with rueful smiles, Ricciardo pondered the fact he might never again race at this level.He said: “There’s a lot of emotions because I’m aware it could be it.READ MORE TOP STORIES”I think it’s also just exhaustion after the race.”Just like a flood of many emotions and feelings and exhaustion.”Ricciardo was equally emotional about the way he had lingered in his car after a disappointing performance at Marina Bay.He added: “The cockpit is something that I got very, very used to for many years and I just wanted to savour the moment.”Most read in MotorsportIt was a day of testing feelings for the Red Bull aceCredit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSRicciardo’s gamble of starting on soft tyres – in the forlorn hope the safety car would be called out – backfired.In fact, Red Bull even asked him to let team-mate Yuki Tsunoda pass.Watch F1 star Lando Norris drive unique McLaren P1 car round Silverstone – but can you spot why it’s so incredible?The Japanese ace came 12th, with Ricciardo bottom of the 18 finishers.The Perth driver said: “It was a tough race. I think ultimately we just weren’t quite quick enough.”Overall, Tsunoda sits 12th on 22 points, with Ricciardo joint 13th on 12.However, fans rushed to praise him – as a person and as a competitor.One wrote: “I feel sad for Danny Ric. Lovely guy. I will miss him. The sport will miss him.”Another posted: “Thank you Daniel for showing up every weekend with a smile on your faceA third added: “This is really really really emotional… guy was pure magic, hated to see him lose all of that, but man this sport reminds you so often that ‘it is what it is’.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOther verdicts included “Amazing to watch” and “Deserves a proper farewell WTF”.Meanwhile, Norris’ impressive victory further cut Max Verstappen’s Championship lead to 52 points – with seven GPs remaining.Fans reckon it will be a sad day if Riccardio is departing F1Although his cap was bowed, riccardio can go out with his head held highInside track on Hamilton’s lifeLEWIS HAMILTON has driven his way into pole position as Formula One’s most prolific winner. More

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      Lando Norris finally breaks opening lap curse to keep slim hopes of pipping Max Verstappen to F1 world title alive

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      LANDO NORRIS lifted his opening lap curse to toast a superb Singapore Grand Prix win.The statement win, his third of the season, was over 20 seconds ahead of his title-rival Max Verstappen who finished in second ahead of Oscar Piastri in third.Lando Norris won the Singapore Grand PrixCredit: EPAThe Brit was over 20 seconds faster than defending champion Max VerstappenCredit: GETTYNorris’ triumph has kept his faint hopes of winning the F1 title aliveCredit: AFPNorris has now eaten into the Dutchman’s lead by seven points with Verstappen at the top of the table with 331 while the McLaren driver is on 279.Norris survived the start to pull 1.2 seconds clear of second-place Verstappen, while Lewis Hamilton held firm in third place.Lenny Kravitz was watching on from the Ferrari garage and must have been sweating in his leather pants.Mercedes were feeling the heat with George Russell telling his team that Hamilton needed to pick up the pace on his soft tyres with the top two peeling away.READ MORE F1 NEWSThere was concern from the McLaren camp over damage on Norris’ front wing halfway through as he locked up and brushed the wall.But McLaren weren’t fazed when he pitted and he emerged 4.6 seconds ahead of his teammate Piastri.The battle between Charles Leclerc and George Russell was hotting up nicely for fourth as the Mercedes man veered off track after failing to overtake the Ferrari.At this point though there still hadn’t been any drama and the fans needed the lizard from Saturday’s practice to liven things up.Most read in MotorsportNorris had another close call as he glanced the wall again into Turn 10 on lap 47 on a corner that KO’d Russell last year.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe McLaren survived it by the skin of its teeth and continued to push hard for yet another fastest lap.An elated Norris said: “[There were] a few too many close calls. Watch Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton’s tense exchange after Hungarian Grand Prix as fans hint at ‘underlying issue’ “The car was mega, we were flying the whole race, still tough but very fun, I’m still sweating. “Nice to have Oscar here too on the podium, he drove well today.”Defending world champion Verstappen said: “It’s always tough around here, very warm.”And I’m looking forward to a nice rest.” More

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      F1 red flagged after GIANT LIZARD enters race track before evading stewards as drivers forced to swerve to miss ‘dragon’

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      FORMULA ONE was hit by chaos ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix as a giant LIZARD forced a red flag.Animals are a common hazard around some F1 tracks, with foxes, groundhogs and one famous incident in 2016 being dubbed “Godzilla”. A monitor lizard caused havoc during FP3 of the F1 Singapore Grand PrixCredit: GettyFernando Alonso gave the lizard, named ‘Lionel’, a wide berthCredit: GettyA race steward was caught out in a sprint race as he tried to catch the lizardCredit: GettyA 2016 incident with a lizard was dubbed ‘Godzilla’Credit: GettyToday seemed to see the sequel to the latter, as a huge monitor lizard was seen invading the race track during Free Practice 3 on Saturday morning.Nicknamed “Lionel”, the lizard was taking in the sights as it went for a stroll on the active race track just moments after the session began.Its presence forced Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso to give it a wide berth as he put in some practice laps around the street circuit – which has the most corners of any F1 track.Meanwhile, Mercedes driver George Russell said the lizard “looked like a dragon” on the team radio.READ MORE IN F1The lizard strutting its stuff caught a smile from Williams driver Alex Albon, who was seen in the paddock as he waited for the hazard to clear.Once the session was neutralised with a red flag, track stewards tried to catch Lionel to allow the session to get back underway.However, as a steward clad in a bright orange safety vest approached, Lionel then bolted off down the track.This caused an impromptu sprint race between Lionel and the steward.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSky Sports commentator David Croft was left stunned by the lizard’s pace, remarking: “I’ll tell you what, it’s got a purposeful stroll but when it wants to get a shift on, look at that.”Look at the pace of that. It’s a drag race!”F1 Driver Salaries in 2024: How Much Do They Make? And after a delay of around 11 minutes, the green flag was waved to finally allow the session to get back on track. Fans rushed to social media to share their thoughts on the gate-crashing lizard.One said: “Give him a paddock pass so he doesn’t have to trespass.”A second said: “Alex stole the spotlight from the Godzilla.”A third said: “Marshals trying to match speed with lizard.”Another said: “GUYS THERES A MONITOR LIZARD AGAIN.”F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season so far:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Sergio PerezFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and TBCAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and TBCHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban OconA fifth added: “Why is it running like that… screaming cute fr.”A sixth said: “This was too funny,” while another said: “It’s faster than Red Bull.”Alonso might have been getting a sense of deja vu after he was also at the centre of a lizard storm in Singapore last year.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, while this year ended with the lizard being captured and safely removed, last year Alonso unfortunately left fans distraught after accidentally running over a lizard.Max Verstappen only narrowly avoided hitting a groundhog at this year’s Canadian Grand Prix, with groundhogs a common invader of the track.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More

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      Lewis Hamilton left ‘looking like a sub teacher’ & George Russell ‘like Slim Shady’ as F1 pals do hilarious fashion swap

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      FANS have been left in stitches after Lewis Hamilton and George Russell swapped outfits.Hamilton is no stranger to making bold fashion choices and his Mercedes team-mate normally opts for more everyday clothes.Lewis Hamilton and George Russell switched outfitsCredit: @mercedesamgf1The Mercedes duo styled each other in Tommy Hilfiger clothesCredit: @mercedesamgf1Russell wore an eye-catching red jacketCredit: @mercedesamgf1Fans joked Hamilton looked like a teacherCredit: @mercedesamgf1Hamilton and Russell will soon be back in their usual attireCredit: @mercedesamgf1But the British duo hilariously swapped wardrobes for a shoot with sponsors Tommy Hilfiger.They were tasked with styling each other and Russell used Mercedes chief Toto Wolff as inspiration for Hamilton’s new attire.A striped shirt, brown chinos and black loafers were chosen for the seven-time world champion.Russell deliberately gave him no socks and wanted “four centimetres of ankle” on show to match Wolff’s style.READ MORE IN F1Hamilton returned the favour by dressing his pal in a bright red jacket and baggy trousers.Fans found their new looks hilarious, with one saying: “Lewis looks like a substitute teacher.”And on Russell, another commented: “He looks like Slim Shady.”Hamilton liked his outfit, saying: “My ankles have never felt so fresh. I get the breeze through.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAs they posed for the cameras, the drivers were told they looked like a boyband.Hamilton brilliantly named them “Wrong Direction”.The pair, who are sixth and seventh in the F1 standings, will be hoping to head up the table after this weekend’s Singapore Grand Prix. More

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      Inside ‘magic’ F1 McLaren innovation that has flung team ahead of Red Bull but fans are calling it ‘illegal’

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      MCLAREN have raced to the front of the field in Formula One’s Constructors Championship for the first time in a decade.But some F1 fans have blasted the team after spotting a “magic” innovation at the weekend.McLarens Oscar Piastri benefitted from a ‘magic’ innovation to win the Azerbaijan Grand PrixCredit: RexLando Norris also had an impressive drive to get back up to P4 from starting P15Credit: RexMcLaren’s ‘flexi’ rear wing in Baku raised eyebrowsCredit: Sky Sports F1It gave him extra pace to keep in front of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc on the back straightCredit: RexThe Woking-based manufacturer have made a remarkable surge up the field since Bahrain 2023, when Lando Norris finished dead last and Oscar Piastri retired due to electrical failure.But on Sunday, at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, McLaren saw their Papaya reign supreme as Piastri won his second race of the season with some stoic defending against Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.Norris took P4 and the fastest lap after an impressive drive through the field having started P15 following some bad luck in qualifying. The Brit’s result saw him marginally cut Max Verstappen’s championship lead.READ MORE IN F1The Baku race confirmed the MCL38’s position as the fastest car in the field, with the British team now the only one with two drivers to have won multiple races this season.However, McLaren’s amazing surge threatens to be overshadowed.Fans of rival teams were left vexed at how they had pulled off such a strong result in Azerbaijan before one “magic” innovation of the McLaren car design was highlighted.Only last week McLaren and Mercedes were cleared of any wrongdoing over the legality of their front wing, but following Baku it was their rear wing which had fans up in arms on social media.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFootage shared on social media by one furious member of the Tifosi showed how the DRS (Drag Reduction System) flap of race leader Piastri tilted up when under aerodynamic load (wind resistance).This flexible wing created a “mini-DRS” effect, allowing for reduced drag and increased top speed down the straight – which can see drivers hit speeds of 217mph.Why snapping up Adrian Newey is such a coup for Aston MartinThe extra speed was key in helping Piastri fend off Leclerc, who had the advantage of a fully open DRS flap due to being one second behind him going into the last stretch of numerous laps.Taking to social media after the race, one fan said: “The entire DRS flap is rotating under load. You can see at the pivot points, the flap is not aligning with the wing tips. “The flap is backing off at high speed, shedding drag. How is this okay?”Another user pointed out gaps at the edge of the flap, and asked: “How is this allowed?”A ‘mini-DRS’ effect was seen on the wing under aerodynamic load to reduce dragCredit: X @justformulacarThe clever wing design has not been deemed illegal by the FIA despite a fan outcryA third said: “MCLAREN HAS DRS WITHOUT HAVING A CAR INFRONT OF THEM MAN THIS S*** IS NOT LEGAL.”Several fans also argued the other way by saying F1 should not punish the new interpretation of the rules, with one saying: “It’s called a loophole and that’s what makes Formula 1 great.”If you don’t like it, don’t watch a series like F1, where a regulation set is interpreted by different teams, in different ways.”Motorsport engineer Blake Hinsey added on social media: “If the technical regulations have specifications for rear wing deflection and this passes the tests, then it’s legal. “Every piece of bodywork moves in complex ways under aerodynamic load.”If McLaren have found a way to reduce the drag on their rear wing in a different way – congratulations – they’ve done a brilliant job engineering this system.”From 2021, rear wings have needed to have 12 target dots in specific locations on the main plane and upper flap to prevent over-rotation of the rear wing assemblies.However, it is not the first race this has been deployed in by McLaren, meaning the FIA are seemingly happy and satisfied the design is within the constraints currently posed by the regulations.Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has hinted that his team could look to follow McLaren’s example in a bid to catch up.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe also admitted Red Bull had made a design error stunting their progress back in Barcelona 2023, but had not taken the warnings raised by Sergio Perez seriously due to Verstappen’s dominance.McLaren will be hoping their good form continues in next Sunday’s Singapore race, with their championship lead over Red Bull now at 20 points and Norris just 59 points behind Verstappen.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More