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      Fans hail ‘greatest grid walk moment ever’ as F1 legend Martin Brundle shows off his ‘sharp reflexes’ at Miami GP

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      MARTIN BRUNDLE was involved in the “greatest grid walk moment ever” as fans hailed the F1 legend for his “sharp reflexes”.The much-loved commentator was down interviewing the stars ahead of tonight’s Miami Grand Prix.Martin Brundle was involved in a hilarious grid walk momentCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsF1He was examining Lewis Hamilton’s motor when he suffered a huge scareCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsF1The car backfired but he showed great reflexes to get out of the wayCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsF1Brundle then laughed nervously as those around him chuckledCredit: X formerly Twitter / @SkySportsF1He had spoken to popstar Camila Cabello and Mercedes chief Toto Wolff’s wife Suzie when he switched his attention to the motors.Sky Sports star Brundle, 64, was examining the back of Lewis Hamilton’s Merc, which was starting in eighth, when the hilarious moment occurred.“These are the lights that you see flashing,” before he was suddenly jumping backwards.He managed to avoid the car backfiring and started to laugh nervously.READ MORE ON SPORTThe ever-professional Brundle said: “That just backfired and nearly took me away.“These are the lights flashing when they’re harvesting or in the rain. Luckily that hit me on the knee and not anywhere else, that Mercedes of Lewis Hamilton.”A backfire is a combustion produced by a running internal combustion engine that occurs in the exhaust system, rather than inside the combustion chamber.It makes an explosion sound noise – but fortunately for everyone the star escaped unscathed.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd those viewers watching at home soon took to social media.“Brundle’s reflexes are still sharp, dodged that backfire like a pro,” commented one.Lewis Hamilton forced to apologise live on TV for huge blunder after causing mayhem at Miami Grand PrixAnother said: “That’s the funniest grid walk moment ever.”A third said: “Bit of a jump scare for Martin.”“Absolutely EPIC gridwalk this was,” added another fan.It comes just months after F1 viewers told Brundle to “never change” after a run-in with a security guard at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last year.The Sky Sports reporter is given the tough task of chasing celebrities around the track prior to the race.Brundle has become a master of pushing his way to the front over the years.That has secured him brilliant chats with the likes of David Beckham, Ed Sheeran, Will Smith and Kylie Minogue to name a few.However, the broadcasting legend does not always get so lucky.READ MORE SUN STORIESOccasionally he has to do the walk of shame away from a star if they snub his interview attempt.That has led to a host of uncomfortable moments with celebrities over the years on the grid. More

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      Watch moment George Russell takes Ed Sheeran for ‘really f***ed up’ Miami Grand Prix lap that leaves singer shaking

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      POP star Ed Sheeran was left shaking after George Russell took him for a “f***ed up” lap around the Miami Grand Prix Formula One circuit.Sheeran, 33, was in Miami for his latest tour and took the opportunity to catch some F1 while the motorsport was in town.F1 star George Russell drove a hot lap around Miami’s track with Ed SheeranCredit: SplashSheeran was seen struggling to keep himself straight throughout the lapSheeran called it ‘mad’ afterwardsSheeran revealed he was shaking after the lapWhile the Ipswich fan would have been gutted to miss his team getting promoted to the Premier League, Sheeran was able to get in a high-octane hot lap in a Mercedes sports car.Mercedes F1 star Russell, 26, was in charge of showing the musician the sights around track.After getting into the car, Russell warned Sheeran: “You can do one of two things. You can go fast or you can go sideways.”Sheeran replied: “Bit of both,” with Russell adding: “Just shout if you’re not feeling good.”READ MORE IN F1The singer-songwriter was seen throughout the lap trying his best to keep still in his seat as the g-force took effect.When reaching 150mph on a straight, Russell told Sheeran: “In F1 we go about 210 down here.”Sheeran responded with an astonished: “Jesus Christ.”At the end of the lap Russell asked Sheeran how he was feeling.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSheeran could not manage words to begin with and instead showed off his shaking hands to Russell.He said: “I can’t believe you do that day in, day out.”Watch Lewis Hamilton ‘arrive like a BULL’ and ‘ruin’ F1 rivals’ race as he immediately causes chaos at Miami GPWhen getting out of the car, he said: “That was really f***ed up.”That’s mad.”Sheeran revealed he had gotten into F1 after watching Netflix show Drive to Survive.He later told Sky F1 reporter Ted Kravitz: “It’s (the atmosphere) nice man, it’s a circus though. It’s like so much going on.”Other big names celebs including Jimmy Butler, Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, Tom Brady, Kendall Jenner and Alexandra Daddario were also seen trackside over the weekend.Reports also suggest Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could be present for the grid walk ahead of the race later today.Russell did not have the best time on track on Saturday. He finished down in 12th for Mercedes in the Sprint Race before only managing to qualify in P7 for Sundays feature race.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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      Lewis Hamilton forced to apologise live on TV for huge blunder after causing mayhem at Miami Grand Prix

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      LEWIS HAMILTON was forced to apologise on live TV for a huge blunder after causing mayhem at the Miami Grand Prix.The Brit beefed with Fernando Alonso after an aggressive sprint race at the glitzy celeb-filled event on Saturday.Lewis Hamilton apologised on live TV after causing chaos at the Miami GPCredit: GettyThey collided at the opening corner as Hamilton refused to back down, with Alonso picking up a puncture in the process.Lance Stroll also suffered damage, while Lando Norris was punted out of the race completely.Hamilton escaped punishment from the stewards though, leaving Alonso enraged.He claimed Hamilton “arrived like a bull” and “ruined” the race – was not told off “because he is not Spanish.”READ MORE IN SPORTHowever, Hamilton faced problems of his own during the race after also getting tangled up with Kevin Magnussen.The Haas ace was punished for his actions by the stewards, and afterwards apologised for his driving.Hamilton was informed of Magnussen’s words afterwards and graciously accepted the apology.However, he also made a huge faux pas while on live TV.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd Hamilton was forced to say sorry himself.The seven-time world champ, who is leaving Mercedes for Ferrari next year, said: “I think that’s really honest of him and I think that’s pretty cool.Watch Lewis Hamilton ‘arrive like a BULL’ and ‘ruin’ F1 rivals’ race as he immediately causes chaos at Miami GP“We had a good race, it was a little bit on the edge in some places.“That’s what I love, I love racing hard and so for me I wasn’t really p****d, sorry, frustrated or anything.“But that’s what you do to work as a team so bravo.”Inside 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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      Watch Lewis Hamilton ‘arrive like a BULL’ and ‘ruin’ F1 rivals’ race as he immediately causes chaos at Miami GP

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      FERNANDO ALONSO has blasted Lewis Hamilton – saying the Brit escaped a penalty in Saturday’s sprint race “because he is not Spanish”.Alonso said Hamilton “arrived like a bull” and then “ruined” other drivers’ races after they collided at the opening corner during the short sprint race at the Miami GP.Lewis Hamilton divebombed his car up the inside of turn oneCredit: SplashUnable to stop his momentum, the move saw Hamilton collide with Fernando AlonsoAlonso then ended up hitting Lance Stroll and then Lando Norris, ending their racesCredit: SplashHamilton escaped a penalty for the incidentAlonso picked up a puncture in his Aston Martin while his teammate Lance Stroll suffered damage and McLaren’s Lando Norris was punted out of the race completely after Hamilton’s aggressive start caused chaos.The stewards noted the incident but Hamilton escaped without punishment, although he finished eighth and later demoted to 16th due to a post-race penalty for speeding in the pitlane.Alonso, who had a bust-up with Hamilton when they were teammates at McLaren in 2008, said: “Lewis was on the inside, a little bit out of control, but I guess they won’t decide anything, because he is not Spanish.”But he ruined the race for a few people, especially Norris, who had a very fast car and he was out in that incident.”READ MORE IN F1Hamilton went on to have a ding-dong battle with Kevin Magnussen before being hit with a drive-through penalty for going too fast in the pitlane, triggering a sanction of 20 seconds that was bolted on to his time.Hamilton was in the wars after fighting with the Haas’ driver, who admitted to using “silly tactics” to keep Hamilton behind him.But his own error in the pitlane – when all the cars were told to drive through the pitlane due to a first lap incident – cost him and he was demoted from eighth to 16th.Hamilton said: “I feel OK. It’s obviously tough battling out there. Of course turn one wasn’t intentional, to be touching with anyone, but everyone’s pushing as much as possible.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe turn one collision left Alonso fumingCredit: RexLater Hamilton was in the wars trying to get past Kevin MagnussenCredit: Getty”I went for a gap but I think those guys went wide and then came back across, so that’s kind of where we connected.”And then after that was just fighting, trying to get past those Haas cars.Lewis Hamilton reveals why he turned down Top Gun 2 role despite begging Tom Cruise for a part in movie “It was really tough battling, but I just enjoyed that I was racing. I wasn’t going backwards at least!”But the penalty, definitely it sucks, but it was only worth one point.”Magnussen racked up a whopping 35 seconds in penalties and will get a ticking off from the stewards as a result.He said: “All the penalties were well deserved – no doubt about it. But I had to play the game again.”I was protecting well from Lewis because I had the DRS from Nico [Hulkenberg] and I had good pace.”I started using these stupid tactics which I don’t like doing, but the end of the day I did my job as a team player and Nico scored his points because I got that gap for him so Lewis and [Yuki] Tsunoda couldn’t catch him.Inside track on Hamilton’s lifeLEWIS HAMILTON has driven his way into pole position as Formula One’s most prolific winner.
      “Not the way I like to go racing at all but it was what I had to do today.”Meanwhile, Max Verstappen won the sprint race and will start on pole position for today’s (SUN) Miami Grand Prix.Verstappen has now taken all six pole positions this season and has a 27 point lead in the championship.He said: “It definitely feels a little bit more under control, which I was looking for. Hopefully that helps us out tomorrow.”We know what we, and I, did wrong at the start [in the Sprint]. I’m sure if I do my things correctly, then it should be alright.”READ MORE SUN STORIESCharles Leclerc will line up in second while Carlos Sainz will start third for the Ferrari team. Sergio Perez qualified in fourth ahead of McLaren’s Lando Norris.Hamilton again was out-qualified by his Mercedes teammate George Russell with the Merc duo in seventh and eighth place respectively.”I think that’s pretty honest of him and I think that’s pretty cool.” 🤝Lewis Hamilton on Kevin Magnussen’s aggressive defensive driving and admission he had to do it for the good of his Haas team’s result. pic.twitter.com/ba7uyDxA17— Sky Sports F1 (@SkySportsF1) May 4, 2024

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      Kendall Jenner, Veronika Rajek and Ed Sheeran lead list of celebs and F1 Wags at glamorous Miami Grand Prix

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      A HOST of A-listers from Hollywood and the sporting world were in Miami for some glamorous Formula One action.Ed Sheeran, who was celebrating Ipswich Town’s promotion back to the Premier League earlier in the day, was among the top names at Miami International Autodrome to watch Saturday’s sprint race. Ed Sheeran is among the big names in attendance at the Miami Grand PrixCredit: RexHe was spotted enjoying a hug with George RussellCredit: SplashFooty legend Zinedine Zidane poses with Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen and Sergio PerezCredit: ReutersKendall Jenner and Tommy Hilfiger pose for a photo in the Florida sunshineCredit: AlamyCamila Cabello looked incredible as she made her grand entranceCredit: GettyCamila wore knee-high boots to celebrate racedayCredit: GettyCamila posted a snap alongside Lewis Hamilton in a DJ boothCredit: Instagram / @camila_cabelloAnd, speaking of football, even the legendary Zinedine Zidane was spotted posing with drivers before the action got under way.On track, Lewis Hamilton’s frustrating final season at Mercedes continued as a post-race penalty for speeding cost the Brit a hard-earned point.The seven time world champion was hit with a drive-through penalty for going too fast in the pitlane, triggering a sanction of 20 seconds that was bolted on to his time.Hamilton was in the wars after fighting with Haas’ Kevin Magnussen, who admitted to using “silly tactics” to keep Hamilton behind him.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut his own error in the pitlane – when all the cars were told to drive through due to a first lap incident – cost him and he was demoted from eighth to 16th.But, in reality, the real excitement was off the track with the Miami circuit proving to be a celeb hotspot.Gorgeous Slovakian influencer Veronika Rajek enjoyed herself in a barely there black outfit as a guest of the Haas F1 Team.And the World Cup’s sexiest fan Ivana Knoll, wasn’t going to miss out on the action as she found the right gear to rev up the day, sporting a skimpy colourful number as she cheered on her beloved Fernando Alonso.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIvana even managed to get a photo with the Aston Martin driver.Things hotted up even further as American model, and Kardashians member, Kendall Jenner put on a chic display as she posed with Susie Wolff and Tommy Hilfiger.Formula One’s Highest EarnersWhile Havana singer Camila Cabello struck a stunning pose as she made he way through the paddock in knee high boots.Camila even had an audience with Hamilton, posted a picture alongside the seven-time world champion in a DJ booth after the action.Meanwhile the F1 Wags were also out in force in the Florida sunshine to offer their support to their men ahead of the action.Chinese golfer Muni Lily was there for Williams ace boyfriend Alex Albon, as model Kika Gomes looked stunning while backing Alpine’s Pierre Gasly and George Russell’s girlfriend Carmen Mundt also turned heads.Charles Leclerc had girlfriend Alexandra Saint Mleux in attendance, as did Mick Schumacher with his partner Laila Hasanovic.The beautiful Heidi Berger is dating racing ace Daniel Riccardo, and she was also spotted looking sizzling by the track.The “queen of the paddock” Lissie Mackintosh continued to take F1 by storm as she looked incredible in a short blue skirt.On the track, Hamilton made an aggressive start from 12th shooting up the inside into turn one and the presence of his Mercedes caused the two Aston Martins to bang into each other.Lance Stroll was sent out of the race by his teammate Alonso while Lando Norris was also caught up in the mess and also retired from the sprint.The incident saw the safety car deployed and the train of cars were ferried though the pitlane, where Hamilton made his mistake.He has also picked some damage in the first-lap squeeze but managed to keep on track and in the race.Heidi Berger, girlfriend of Daniel Ricciardo, and the other Wags were also in attendanceCredit: GettyCroatian model Ivana Knoll turned heads as she waled into the paddockCredit: GettyVeronika Rajek wore this daring outfit tracksideCredit: Instagram/veronikarajekF1 star Alex Albon and Lily Muni looked very much in love as they arrived togetherCredit: AlamyKika Gomes was in Miami to support her fella Pierre GaslyCredit: AlamyThe desperate Dane once cut the corner, earning a 10 second penalty, he then pushed Hamilton off track, earning him another 10 second penalty.Eventually he pulled over to allow Yuki Tsunoda and Hamilton past but not before notching up another couple of infringements totalling another 15 seconds.Hamilton’s battle and penalty was the only real highlight of this short sprint race in Miami which was won by Max Verstappen.The Dutchman started on pole but was unable to pull away in his usual manner. He radioed his team to explain his lack of grip.But he still finished first to increase his lead in the championship by 27 points over Sergio Perez.He said: “My engagement wasn’t good at the start so I had to squeeze him [Charles Leclerc] a bit.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Luckily everything worked out in turn one. Then we had the safety car to calm things down a little bit, but after that, steadily we could increase the gap a little bit.”Daniel Ricciardo finished fourth in a much-needed boost to the Aussie, who has so far struggled this season.Charles Leclerc had his girlfriend Alexandra Saint Mleux by his sideCredit: GettyGeorge Russell and Carmen Mundt were all smiles as they arrived at the trackCredit: GettyMick Schumacher walks in with Danish model and girlfriend Laila HasanovicCredit: Getty‘Queen of the paddock’ Lissie Mackintosh looked incredible in this outfitCredit: Getty More

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      Max Verstappen rules out move to rivals ‘at the moment’ even if they offered Red Bull star £150million

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN has broken his silence on rumours linking him with a move to Mercedes.And while he emphatically denied that he would leave Red Bull this season, he stopped short of completely ruling out a move.Verstappen ruled out joining Mercedes… For nowCredit: RexIt comes after it was announced that Verstappen’s rival Lewis Hamilton would be joining Ferrari in a £100million deal back in February.That’s left a gap at Mercedes, and Verstappen’s alleged tensions with Red Bull chief Christian Horner has led to speculation that he would make a shock switch.Sources in Austria claim Mercedes head honcho Toto Wolff is prepared to make a £128m-a-year offer to have three-time world champion Verstappen replace Hamilton.Verstappen has now said that won’t happen for the time being, and even took a cheeky swipe at Mercedes during his interview ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.READ MORE ON F1Verstappen said: “My future is within Red Bull at the moment. Even if there was an offer of £150m, money is not going to be the differentiator for me to go somewhere. “I am happy with what I earn already. “If I knew I was driving for fifth or sixth, I’d get quite grumpy. Everyone knows it is about performance — and Toto (Wolff, the Mercedes team principal) knows that.”I believe in the project and everybody involved but in sport and in life you don’t know about the future.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAs long as Red Bull’s car remains competitive, there is no obvious rush for Verstappen to jump ship.He is under contract with the energy drink giant until 2028, so would struggle to move without a hefty compensation package.Fernando Alonso makes cryptic response to claims Taylor Swift makes dig at him in her new album after rumoured romanceThe team were rocked by scandal last season affecting principal Christian Horner, although he was cleared of wrongdoing by an internal investigation.Tensions between Verstappen’s father Jos and Horner remain, although the car still appears to be a winning machine on the track.The departure of the car’s designer, Adrian Newey, could affect that performance next season.Hamilton offered a cheeky plea to Newey suggesting he should join him at Ferrari, which Newey repaid by saying he was “flattered” by the interest. More

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      Williams demand major F1 rule change to allow teen prodigy who’s tipped to replace Lewis Hamilton to race this season

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      WILLIAMS have asked the FIA to grant Mercedes whizkid Andrea Kimi Antonelli permission to race this season.The Italian, 17, has been tipped to break into F1 next season but the sport’s rules say a driver “must be at least 18 years old”.Rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli is at the centre of a special pleaCredit: GettyAntonelli could even replace Lewis Hamilton next seasonCredit: GettySunSPORT understands that the request has been made by Williams’ boss James Vowles, who worked with Antonelli at Mercedes.It means he could replace Logan Sargeant, who has been prone to a number of high profile mistakes.American Sargeant, who is competing in his home race this weekend in Miami, was hooked out of the Australian GP earlier this year.Williams handed his car to team-mate Alex Albon after the London-born Thai racer smashed his own car up.READ MORE TOP STORIESAntonelli is currently racing in Formula 2 and has also been tipped to fill the void left by Lewis Hamilton next season.He could be given his chance to impress in F1 with Williams as a replacement for Sargeant until the end of the season.That will allow Mercedes enough time to establish whether he is capable of driving for the Silver Arrows alongside George Russell next season.Antonelli recently tested for Mercedes at the Red Bull Ring in Austria and then in Imola.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHowever, he will need special FIA dispensation to race in F1, effectively on loan at Williams.Meanwhile, McLaren boss Zak Brown says Adrian Newey’s shock decision to quit Red Bull is the “the first domino to fall”.Lewis Hamilton ‘in advanced talks’ to join Ferrari as shock clause in Mercedes star’s contract emergesHe said: “Given everything that’s gone on since the start of the year and knowing Adrian pretty well, and he’s a very high-integrity individual, I’m not surprised he’s moving on.”I think the stuff that’s going on there is a bit destabilising. He’s probably the first domino to fall, my guess is not the last based on the resumés that are flying around. “And as far as McLaren is concerned, I’m very happy with all the work the men and women at McLaren are doing.” More

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      Doctors told me I’m in the top 1% of males for sex drive and it’s all down to my F1 career – and my girlfriend agrees

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      DAVID Coulthard has claimed doctors told him his sex drive is still high in his fifties due to the adrenaline of his motor racing career.The former Formula 1 driver had his testosterone levels checked by medics and was told they were in the top one per cent of men in his age group.David Coulthard’s lover Sigrid SilversandDavid Coulthard and Sigrid Silversand togetherCredit: GettySigrid SilversandCredit: InstagramTestosterone – the male sex hormone – naturally declines as men get older. Experts estimate its drops by around one per cent per year after men reach the age of 40.Coulthard, 53, said his elevated readings were put down to the high levels of adrenaline he experienced during his high-octane career on the track.He said he had been given a “glowing report” on his testosterone by doctors and his 29-year-old girlfriend, the Swedish model Sigrid Silversand.Coulthard, originally of Twynholm, Kirkcudbrightshire, was known for dating a string of models during his days as a Formula 1 driver.He split up with Belgian TV presenter Karen Minier in 2022 after nine years of marriage and is now dating Silversand.He spoke about his testosterone results on his podcast Formula For Success which he co-hosts with businessman Eddie Jordan.Asked by former Formula 1 team owner Jordan what his girlfriend thinks of his testosterone levels, he said: “I got a glowing report there and also a medical report.Most read in Motorsport”I had my testosterone checked and I am in the top one per cent of males apparently.”One of the thoughts is that because of high levels of adrenaline through a sporting career then that sort of super charges the testosterone in the body. So no issues there.”Inside F1 legend David Coulthard’s former Monte Carlo hotel The Columbus Coulthard also confessed a famous claim he made that having sex before a race made him drive faster was untrue.He added: “It was obviously just a bit of bulls**t.”I don’t remember saying it but it does sound like something I would say just for the reaction.”Coulthard won 13 Grand Prix races during a glittering career and now works as a pundit on F1 television coverage.He retired from racing in 2008 and now lives in Monaco.Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More