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      ‘Like a bowling ball’ – Horrifying crash as Indy 500 driver ploughs into his pit crew and injures four team members

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      INDY 500 star Robert Shwartzman ploughed into his own pit crew “like a bowling ball” before injuring four team members in a horrifying crash.The shocking incident occurred in Sunday’s Indy Car race on the 87th lap.Robert Shwartzman ploughed into his own team members at the Indy 500Credit: GettyThe horrifying crash occurred during the 87th lapCredit: GettyFour members were hit, with one needing to be stretchered awayCredit: ReutersShwartzman came into pit for a tire change when disaster struck.As the Israeli-Russian ace swerved inwards, he touched his brakes to slow down.But his entire front end immediately locked up, sending his Prema Racing car sliding into crew members.Four of the team were hit by the car, with one taken away on a stretcher after complaining of pain in his right foot.READ MORE IN SPORTWitnessing the carnage, an American commentator declared Shwartzman had crashed into his teammates “like a bowling ball.”It saw the 25-year-old immediately bow out of the race, which was eventually won by Indy 500 standings leader Alex Palou.Fans were quick to react online, with one saying: “Ouch.”Another declared: “Such a rookie mistake.”Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSOne noted: “People think Indy drivers are better than F1 drivers.”Shwartzman had been enjoying a strong outing up to that point.Horror moment car crashes into crowd of spectators leaving at least 14 injured in shocking scenes at drag racing eventShwartzman was forced to pull out of the race after the crashCredit: ReutersJust a week ago he became the first rookie since 1983 to take poleCredit: ReutersThe youngster stunned regular stars to take pole last week — the first rookie to do so since 1983.And Shwartzman currently sits 22nd in the rankings with an impressive 65 points.But he was left to reflect on the disappointment of his latest outing.Shwartzman said: “I honestly felt really strange brakes when I was coming slow in pit lane. I locked up both front tires, which usually isn’t the case.”I wasn’t sure if it was the brakes or because the tires were cold. I tried to be very slow. But as soon as I touched my brakes, my whole front was lost and I went right into the guys.“It was really scary because at the moment I braked I was just a passenger.“It’s just really sad because we did such good work in qualifying. But it’s the Indy 500. Anything can happen. A lot of strong drivers are out of the race or behind. This is the Indy 500. This happens.” More

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      Dua Lipa wows in yellow leopard print top as she leads A-list celebs at Monaco Grand Prix

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      POP sensation Dua Lipa’s bright outfit proves a winning formula as the stars turned out in force for yesterday’s Monaco Grand Prix.The British-Albanian, 29, who did a gig in Paris the night before, led the A-list celebs in a yellow leopard print top, jeans and a blue-grey jacket.Dua Lipa in a yellow leopard print top, jeans and a blue-grey jacketCredit: GettyMcLaren’s Lando Norris celebrates on the podiumCredit: ReutersAmazon founder Jeff Bezos and his fiancee Lauren SanchezCredit: Shutterstock EditorialNaomi Campbell stunned in a white dress and sunglassesCredit: AFPShe watched the race with 19-year-old brother Gjin as Brit Lando Norris roared home to victory.The Bristol-born McLaren driver, 25, is hunting down Aussie Oscar Piastri, 24, in the race for the F1 World Drivers’ Championship, having finished runner-up last year.Fellow Brit Sir Lewis Hamilton — who crashed his Ferrari at 175mph during practice on Saturday — finished in fifth.The F1 great, 40, was seen on a scooter before the star-studded showpiece on the French Riviera.READ MORE ON MONACO GRAND PRIXHis supermodel pal Naomi Campbell, 55, was among the other famous faces, stunning in a white dress and sunglasses.Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, 61, and his 55-year-old fiancee Lauren Sanchez held hands as they strolled along the grid.Colombian-American star Sofia Vergara, 52, and Brit comedian Michael McIntyre, 49, also watched the action.Red Bull racing chief Christian Horner, 51 — husband of former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell, 52 — was hard at work.Most read in MotorsportThere are rumours he could leave his role as team principal before his contract ends in 2030 following a poor start to the season.He insists he intends to see out his deal.Lewis Hamilton crashes in Monaco causing red flag and leaving Ferrari a wreck with race against time before qualifyingLewis Hamilton was seen on a scooter before the star-studded showpieceCredit: ReutersBrit comedian Michael McIntyre was spotted at the raceCredit: SplashColombian-American star Sofia Vergara was also in attendanceCredit: GettyRed Bull racing chief Christian Horner was hard at workCredit: PA More

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      Who won the Indy 500? FULL finishing order, results, crashes and podium for iconic race

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      THE Indy 500 has concluded after what was another thrilling race on an iconic track!SunSport brings you how every driver finished in this chaotic race in Indianapolis.The Indy 500 has concludedCredit: APIndy 500 resultsAlex Palou came over the line first, and scored himself the victory in the Indy 500.Alex PalouMarcus EricssonDavid MalukasPato O’WardFelix RosenqvistKyle KirkwoodSantino FerrucciChristian RasmussenChristian LundgaardConor DalyTakuma SatoCallum IlottHélio CastronevesDevlin DeFrancescoLouis FosterNolan SiegelColton HertaEd CarpenterWill PowerGraham RahalMarcus ArmstrongJack HarveyScott DixonRyan Hunter-Reay (DNF)Josef Newgarden (DNF)Sting Ray Robb (DNF)Kyle Larson (DNF)Kyffin Simpson (DNF)Robert Shwartzman (DNF)Rinus VeeKay (DNF)Alexander Rossi (DNF)Marco Andretti (DNF)Scott McLaughlin (DNF)Indy 500 prize moneyThe winner’s purse has increased steadily in recent years. Newgarden earned $3.666 million in 2023 for his win and that went up to $4.288 million in 2024. His second victory purse included a bonus for being a repeat winner.Organizers do not announce the specifics for the purse until after the race, but we have a good idea of what it could be. If Newgarden wins again, his purse would be slightly bigger than someone else’s due to another rollover bonus.All drivers can expect at least $3.8 million which would be in the result of no increase from last year and no rollover bonus.Helio Castroneves’ win in 2009 set the record for the most prize money at $3.048 million, and the winner’s purse stayed at that total for years. Ericsson’s win in 2022 broke that record at $3.1 million before Newgarden’s winnings. More

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      F1 Monaco GP LIVE RESULTS: Norris fights off Leclerc to WIN thrilling race, Hamilton finishes in 5th – updates

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      LANDO NORRIS has raced to victory at the Monaco Grand Prix after holding off Ferrari star Charles Leclerc!The McLaren driver is chasing down Championship-leading teammate Oscar Piastri – and a win today has seen him significantly close the gap.Lewis Hamilton started the day down in seventh after picking up a penalty and could only secure a 5th place finish by the end of the race. But one of the main talking points will be about Pierre Gasly who was forced into a pit lane after losing his BRAKES in scary circumstances.PODIUM: Norris(1) Leclerc(2) Piastri(3)Follow our live blog below…Monaco Grand Prix resultsHere is how it all finished in a sun-soaked Monaco:Lando Norris (McLaren)Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)Oscar Piastri (McLaren)Max Verstappen (Red Bull)Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)Isack Hadjar (Racing Bull)Esteban Ocon (Haas)Liam Lawson (Racing Bull)Alexander Albon (Williams)Carlos Sainz (Williams)Copy linkCopiedLando Norris wins the Monaco Grand PrixCopy linkCopiedLap 77/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondLeclerc has been sliding around the last few corners.It seems he is losing some grip on those rare tyres.Verstappen has to pit on this final lap.Copy linkCopiedLap 75/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondTime is running out for Verstappen.It is looking like Norris is going to take pole position.Unless Leclerc can pull off a miracle.Copy linkCopiedLap 73/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondThere are lots of clusters of cars at various points now.We are no closer to that red flag that Verstappen is craving however.The battle between Norris and Leclerc is really hotting up.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedLap 71/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondVerstappen still leads but is hoping for something to happen.He is looking at fourth place without a red flag in these closing stages.Leclerc is right on the tail of Norris currently.Copy linkCopiedLap 69/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondThere is less than two seconds between the front three now.This is really where trouble could happen between Norris and Leclerc.That is certainly what Verstappen is hoping for.Copy linkCopiedLap 67/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondHaving double-checked the rules, Verstappen will need to pit.If he were not to, he would be disqualified.The Red Bull team will be looking to leave that as late as possible.Copy linkCopiedLap 65/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondRed Bull are keeping their fingers crossed for this red flag.That is the only way he can realistically win this race.Norris has dropped off Verstappen and may be looking to get Leclerc involved with his teammate.Credit: EPACopy linkCopiedLap 63/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondAside from this front three, there is little happening in the rest of the field.Such is the way with this track, not really one for overtaking.Norris is dropping off the back of Verstappen, concerned about keeping his power unit cool.As it stands, Verstappen would receive a 30 second penalty for not pitting again.If he does pit or doesn’t he would finish fourth regardless.Copy linkCopiedLap 61/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondIt is an interesting battle out there now.As Verstappen stays out there, he is causing Norris and Leclerc to close up with one another.In a perfect world, they will tangle, causing the need to pit again to have bodywork replaced.Copy linkCopiedLap 59/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondNorris is closing the gap on Verstappen in first place.There is less than a second between the pair.Tactically, this good be good for the Red Bull as it will cause more wear on Norris’ tyres if having to break excessively.Copy linkCopiedLap 57/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondRed Bull are hoping for a red flag in this race.If it were to happen, Verstappen could pit and keep his track position.Hamilton heads into the pits and returns to the track in fifth spot.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedLap 55/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondRussell has been given a drive through penalty.He is down in tenth spot and it does not seem like a day where Mercedes will be amongst the points.The Brit is given the ‘box. box’ order for the penalty from his team.Copy linkCopiedLap 53/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondVerstappen has a 4.3 second lead on Norris in second.He still has to pit again so it is all about how much of a lead he can build before that happens.Leclerc is just 2 seconds behind the McLaren.Copy linkCopiedLap 51/78 – Verstappen leads, Norris secondLeclerc heads into the pits, which sees the Red Bull overtake him.A quick 2.2 second pit from the Ferrari team.Norris now heads into the pits as well and comes back out in front of Leclerc.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedLap 49/78 – Norris leads, Leclerc secondNorris and Leclerc have caught up with a pack of cars.That now means the front pair have to overtake eight drivers.On a tight track like this, that is easier said than done.Copy linkCopiedLap 47/78 – Norris leads, Leclerc secondThere is a lot of tactical driving going on out there today.We are seeing some drivers purposely slowing down the pack behind them for the benefit of their teammates.Hamilton is now some way behind Verstappen in fourth place.Copy linkCopiedLap 45/78 – Norris leads, Leclerc secondPiastri almost slides around one corner there.He did well to keep control of the car, some driving.Tokyo Drift in Monaco almost.Copy linkCopiedLap 43/78 – Norris leads, Leclerc secondAll of the top five have pitted just once so far.It is all about strategy for those drivers now.Piastri still holds the fastest lap of the day.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedLap 41/78 – Norris leads, Leclerc secondThat retirement means that Alonso is pointless after eight races, his worst start to an F1 season.There are still plenty of pit stops required today.With new rules in place for this event, every driver has to use three different sets of tyres, meaning a two pit spot minimum.Copy linkCopiedLap 39/78 – Norris leads, Leclerc secondAlonso is out of the race and manages to get off the track.He does so well and, as a result, we will only have a yellow flag.The Spaniard is reporting smoke coming from his engine.Copy linkCopiedLap 37/78 – Norris leads, Leclerc secondPiastri still holds the fastest lap of the day.We have only lost one driver as we edge towards the halfway point.Gasly’s horrendous front wheel issue sending him out of this one.Copy linkCopiedLap 35/78 – Norris leads, Leclerc secondLeclerc has just lapped Lawson in tenth spot.This is most definitely a track where you have to drive as a team and not an individual.Tsunoda is all the way back in fourteenth spot for Red Bull.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedLap 33/78 – Norris leads, Leclerc secondVerstappen tells his team ‘my shifts feel like it is Monaco 1972’.Lawson heads into the pits and comes back out in tenth spot.He helped out teammate Hadjar, keeping the pack away from him.Copy linkCopied More

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      Lando Norris WINS Monaco Grand Prix in front of girlfriend to boost F1 title hopes after new rule confusion

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      LANDO NORRIS roared “it’s a dream” as he won the creme de la creme of F1 races to give his title charge a major boost. The British McLaren driver, 25, was victorious in Monaco with his second win of the season after pulling off a perfect double pit stop in the race’s new format. Lando Norris won the Monaco Grand PrixCredit: GettyIt was Norris’ second win of the seasonCredit: GettyMargarida Corceiro was spotted with beaming with pride in MonacoCredit: ReutersCorceiro was smiling alongside Lando Norris’ mum Cisca and dad AdamCredit: Instagram @canalplusf1Norris overcame his qualifying demons on Saturday to bag pole position buoyed by his model and actress girlfriend Margarida Corceiro in the McLaren garage. Charles Leclerc settled for second on his home turf and Oscar Piastri came in third in the other McLaren ahead of fourth-place Max Verstappen while Lewis Hamilton bagged a solid fifth.Dutchman Verstappen was technically leading the race until the second to last lap and was hoping for a red flag having not made his mandatory second pitstop until then.At the start, Norris survived despite a big lock up with his front tyres and there was no change from the how the rest of the top ten lined up. READ MORE IN F1Drama erupted when Gabriel Bortoleto crashed nose first into the barriers at Portier, sparking a virtual safety car and a flurry of pit stops from Ollie Bearman, Pierre Gasly and Yuki Tsunoda at the back. Gasly’s wheel was left hanging on by a thread though and without brakes after going into the back of Red Bull’s Tsunoda leaving it game over for the Frenchman. Hamilton was the first of the big guns to stop on lap 19 and reemerged in sixth and Norris followed suit one lap later, coming out fourth. Piastri pitted but it was sluggish as there was an issue with the rear-left tyre on the Aussie’s car, costing him just over a second. Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe was ticked off, saying on his team radio: “So now what’s the plan? Because that didn’t work very well.”Verstappen finally pitted on lap 29 and Norris shuffled back into the lead, a comfortable 5.8 seconds ahead of Leclerc, while Piastri was over four seconds behind him. McLaren driver Norris even LAPPED George Russell who was dawdling back in 12th in the middle of a traffic jam as Carlos Sainz was keeping everyone held up. Mercedes produced a horror strategy with the mandatory two pit stop rule, leaving Kimi Antonelli coming in last. The Italian teenager made his first pit stop on LAP 72 before making his second just three laps later. Fernando Alonso’s afternoon was over as he retired with what seemed like a technical problem as his point-less run this season continues. Russell was grumbling over Alex Albon’s “erratic” driving and went way off track to overtake the Thai Williams driver, leaving him with a penalty. The British driver did his best Jose Mourinho impression when he was informed of the penalty, saying “I prefer not to speak.”At the front of the pack Verstappen was still leading the race but only made one of his visits to the pits.Read More on The SunIt made things spicier as Norris was closing up on Verstappen who was waiting for something to happen. Verstappen put Norris under the cosh until the end, backing him up to leave Leclerc snapping at his heels but the Brit held on. Norris even lapped George RussellCredit: AFPNorris is just three points behind Piastri at the top of the standingsCredit: Getty More

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      Lando Norris’ girlfriend spotted giggling at Monaco Grand Prix alongside McLaren star’s mum as romance goes ‘official’

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      LANDO NORRIS’ girlfriend Margarida Corceiro was spotted giggling alongside the McLaren star’s mum at the Monaco Grand Prix.The superstar couple are seemingly back together after Corceiro was clearly supporting Norris this weekend.Margarida Corceiro was spotted with a beaming smile at the Monaco Grand PrixCredit: Instagram @canalplusf1Corceiro was smiling alongside Lando Norris’ mum CIsca and dad AdamCredit: Instagram @canalplusf1Corceiro was on edge as she watched qualification yesterdayNorris took an excellent pole position for the Monaco GPCredit: Shutterstock EditorialReports had claimed that the pair had split last August, but they now seem as loved up as ever with the Portuguese model watching Norris secure pole position with the McLaren team in qualification yesterday.And now their relationship appears to be all but confirmed after Corceiro looked pally with Norris’ mum Cisca ahead of the Grand Prix today.The 22-year-old walked trackside with Cisca and Norris’ father Adam, giggling in good spirits before the race began.And she had plenty to smile about once the race reached its conclusion too.READ MORE F1 NEWSNorris edged out Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri to win the Monaco GP.Corceiro was watching alongside Norris father with the McLaren team as her boyfriend secured the victory.While she reached out and grabbed Norris’ hand after the race in the middle of a crowd of team members, fans and media.Norris and Corceiro were first linked back in 2023 when they were spotted in public together for the first time.Most read in MotorsportCorceiro watched the race alongside Norris’ fatherCredit: Sky Sports F1She held Norris’ hand after the victoryCredit: Sky SPorts f1She watched Norris’ podium presentation with his parentsCredit: Sky Sports F1CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSRumours of a romance were sparked by the pair driving around in a Fiat Jolly, before later attending tennis’ Monte-Carlo Masters together.Corceiro is no stranger to being around top-level sport, having previously dated Chelsea star Joao Felix.Max Verstappen and Lando Norris open up on F1 rivalry after controversial clashesFelix, who is currently on loan at Italian club AC Milan, reportedly dated Corceiro between 2019 and 2021 – meeting when the model was just 17 years old.Corceiro is both a model and a TV actress in her home country of Portugal.She boasts an impressive 1.9MILLION followers on Instagram where she is regularly sharing a glimpse of her glamorous travel-filled lifestyle and her modelling shoots.Norris previously dated another Portuguese model in Luisinha Oliveira.Corceiro has a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @magui_corceiroThe TV actress is edging up to 2m followers on InstagramCredit: magui_corceiro/instagramCorceiro is a Portuguese model, like Norris’ previous partnerCredit: magui_corceiro/instagramShe has modelled for IntimissimiCredit: Instagram / @maguui_corceiroCorceiro is always sharing her glamorous lifestyle onlineCredit: Instagram / @magui_corceiro More

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      F1 chaos as Pierre Gasly crashes and then unable to stop after entering Monaco pits with driver ‘in a lot of trouble’

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      PIERRE GASLY’S Monaco Grand Prix ended in disaster after a smash that left him without brakes.The Alpine driver collided with Yuki Tsunoda when coming out of the chicane and his front tyre was left clinging on.Pierre Gasly’s car was left severely damagedCredit: APDebris dangerously covered the track as the yellow flag was wavedCredit: ReutersGasly was not able to stop in the pit laneCredit: GettyDebris dangerously covered the street circuit and the leaders behind the crash narrowly avoided a puncture.Rather than head for the nearest emergency exit, Gasly somehow managed to make it to the pit lane.But his brakes were not working and the Frenchman was unable to stop in front of the Alpine garage.He shouted down the team radio: “I got no brakes.”READ MORE IN F1Sky Sports pundit Ted Kravitz said: “Gasly can’t stop. He’s got no brakes. That was so dangerous, so dangerous.”His colleague Martin Brundle blamed Gasly for the smash, claiming he would be “in a lot of trouble for that”.He has since been “noted” for the collision and faces an investigation. Red Bull’s Tsunoda was able to continue the Grand Prix, but he fumed over the team radio: “Is he an idiot? What is he doing?”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSLando Norris won the Grand Prix as McLaren pulled off a perfect double pit stop in the race’s new format. Charles Leclerc came second and Norris’ team-mate Oscar Piastri finished in third. More

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      Horror moment car crashes into crowd of spectators leaving at least 17 injured in shocking scenes at drag racing event

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      THIS is the horror moment a car crashed into spectators with four people reportedly in a life-threatening condition.The shocking scenes occurred at a drag racing event in Krosno, Poland.The driver lost control of the car and it crashed into the crowdCredit: @remizacomplFootage posted by Polish outlet Remiza shows a green BMW on the start line.But soon after pulling away in the quarter mile race, the driver loses control of the car.The vehicle veers to the left before skidding in the opposite direction and heading towards a crowd of spectators.At least 17 fans have been injured as a result of the accident. READ MORE IN MOTORSPORTFour are said to be in a life-threatening condition, with 13 taken to hospital.Ten medical rescue teams rushed to the airfield in Krosno to treat those injured.Firefighters and an air ambulance crew from Krakow have also arrived at the scene. The local fire service wrote on social media: “Nearly 30 firefighters (9 deputies) from the Krosno district fire department are providing assistance to the victims of an accident that occurred on the apron of the Krosno airport during a car race. Most read in Motorsport”PRM rescuers and firefighters provided assistance to 14 people.”Polish media report there has been no fatalities so far. More