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      Glamorous grid girl goes topless and gives fans more than they bargained for in risque Instagram video

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      ANTONIA SALT risked a red flag as the grid girl went topless in an Instagram video.The model is equally popular for parading around a boxing ring as she is for her trackside role.Antonia Salt posted one of her cheekiest ever clipsCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxxAntonia couldn’t resist laughing and giving a jig after putting the top onCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxxAntonia Salt has 35,500 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxxBut her latest risque offering on social media might have raised a warning flag rather than a scorecard.Antonia shared a clip of herself in just leggings and socks.The motorsport influencer then “bared right” as he turned her back to the camera to put on a short, tight top.She burst into giggles when she slipped into the long-sleeved T-shirt.READ MORE TOP STORIESAnd she might be just as amused by the reaction her video received.”Toni beautiful, sexy,” wrote one admirer, while an enthusiast from across the English Channel simply said: “Magnifique.”Antonia finished the clip with a flourish by wiggling to the camera and relaxing on a huge sofa.The Monster Energy girl is famous online for dazzling fans with a previous lingerie shoot for Valentine’s Day.Most read in BoxingAnd she’s been ringside at massive occasions such as Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte in 2022 and Joe Joyce vs Zhilei Zhang a year later.Antonia has strongly defended the glamorous scorecard-holding role amid criticism from some quarters.I’m a boxing ring girl… it can be really awkward – it’s not as simple as walking around holding a cardShe once posted: “All these years, we’ve constantly been talked about by Facebook mums and haters on social media – that we aren’t really needed and our role is pointless.”But you wouldn’t believe how much the whole team would go into meltdown if we weren’t there! “In a male-dominated industry, they depend on us women more than they’d care to admit!”And having torn off a strip at ring-girl rejectors, she’s now done a different sort of dressing-down online!Salt was peppered with praise for this leather lookCredit: Instagram / @toniasaltxxAdmirers have praised her daring photoshootsCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxxOne fan said ‘I love you, crazy girl’ after seeing this snapCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxx More

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      Four fans killed and seven injured after rally car crashes into crowd for ‘mystery reason’

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      A RALLY CAR crash in Hungary has killed four fans and left another seven people injured.The incident occurred at an event between the towns of Labatlan and Bajot on Sunday afternoon.Four people have died in a rally car crash in HungaryCredit: Blikk.huSeven spectators were also injured in the crashCredit: Blikk.huA police report confirmed that several people were killed and injured in the crash.The exact circumstances of the crash are still be determined by the authorities.The police statement reads: “A fatal mass accident occurred between Lábatlan and Bajót in the early afternoon of March 24.”According to the data so far, a vehicle participating in a rally race drifted off the road for an unknown reason and drove into the spectators.READ MORE IN SPORT”According to current information, four people were killed and seven were injured. The circumstances are being clarified.”Footage shows the car skidding off the road before colliding with a crowd of spectators.The vehicle had been competing in the race, with the police report stating the car came off the road for an “unknown reason”.A crowd of dust could be seen following the impact in footage from directly after the crash.Most read in MotorsportFootage of the incident shows the car veering off the roadCredit: Blikk.huAccording to a police report the car came off the road for an ‘unknown reason’Credit: Blikk.huThe crash saw the car veer into a crowd of spectators who had been stood behind a barrier at the side of the road.Officials and spectators were shown rushing over to the scene in the video of the crash. More

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      George Russell begs F1 chiefs for red flag after 100mph crash at Australian GP as full audio of team radio plea revealed

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      GEORGE RUSSELL begged for a red flag immediately after his 100mph crash at the Australian Grand Prix.The British star, 26, was involved in a frightening smash between turns six and seven as he battled with Fernando Alonso.George Russell went hurtling into the barrier during the final lapCredit: AFPThe Brit’s car was left balancing on its sideCredit: AFPRussell, 26, endured a tough weekendCredit: AlamyRussell’s Mercedes was left balancing on its side after hitting the barriers with force.With his car in the middle of the track, the Silver Arrows star was desperate for proceedings to be halted so that he wouldn’t be hit.Straight after coming to a stop, Russell worriedly bellowed down his team radio: “Red flag, red flag, I’m in the middle of the track, red flag, red flag. Red, red, red, red, red.”I’m in the middle. Red. F***. Why so long?”READ MORE F1He then thankfully added: “I’m okay, I am in the middle of the track half upside down.”I just completely lost it, sorry guys.”The race subsequently finished behind a virtual safety car.In the media pen after the fact, Russell explained: “I really don’t know what happened, to be honest.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”I was half a second behind Fernando on the entry of the corner and then suddenly, before the apex, I was right on his gearbox and lost the car, ran wide.”Unfortunately the wall was… well, I ran wide, hit the wall and then it was obviously a dramatic few seconds after that.The chase for glory: Inside the world of F1 reserve drivers”It’s a disappointing end to a difficult race.”Alonso, 42, initially finished sixth in the race.But he was subsequently slapped with a 20-second time penalty, dropping him to eighth.Russell’s Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton was also forced to retire from the race, after suffering an engine failure during lap 18.After the race, Hamilton said: “This is the worst start to a season. It’s worse than 2009 I think.”Following Mercedes’ double-DNF, team principal Toto Wolff added: “Tough to take, super tough.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I would be lying if I said at any moment I felt positive about the situation and optimistic.”You just need to overcome the negative thoughts and say, ‘we will turn this around’. Today it feels very, very brutal.”Lewis Hamilton has endured a tough start to the seasonCredit: Splash More

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      Eagle-eyed fans fear for Carlos Sainz after spotting Ferrari star after winning Australian GP on return from surgery

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      FORMULA ONE fans are fearing for Carlos Sainz’s health after he was seen struggling to get out of his car following his Australian Grand Prix triumph.The Spaniard, 29, missed the second race of the season in Saudi Arabia earlier this month after being ruled out with appendicitis.Carlos Sainz struggled as he clambered out of his FerrariCredit: Sky SportsHe gingerly put his feet down as he was clearly still feeling the effects of his appendix surgeryCredit: Sky SportsSainz claimed his third Grand Prix victory just weeks after going under the knifeCredit: GettyAfter undergoing appendix surgery he returned to race for Ferrari in Melbourne – replacing British teenager Oliver Bearman who earned seventh place in the Middle East.And it was a memorable weekend for Sainz as he capitalised on Max Verstappen’s early retirement to win his third Grand Prix.Yet the effects of his appendix surgery could still be seen as he climbed out of the car after his victory.Sainz awkwardly clambered up onto the side of his Ferrari before he gingerly put his feet on the floor and walked over to receive his congratulations.READ MORE IN F1Reacting to the clip, one said: “Class act is Carlos…. Red Bull next year..”While another added: “He did an incredible job even though he wasn’t feeling 100% 🤍🤍🤍.”Following his whirlwind win, Sainz said: “Life sometimes is crazy.”What happened at the beginning of the year (not being renewed at Ferrari), then the appendix and the comeback and the win – a rollercoaster, but I love it.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe also opened up about struggling hugely with his abdominal muscles before flying to Australia.Sainz added: “When I was about to catch my flight to Australia, I was still in bed and could barely use my abdominal muscles.TikTok stars forced to apologise after filming F1 star George Russell using URINAL and making series of crude jokes”I was like ‘this isn’t going to happen’. But I took the flight and suddenly when I landed in Australia, the feeling was a lot better.” More

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      Sky Sports F1 legend Ted Kravitz covered in cake as Ferrari engineer tries to KISS him live on TV during Australian GP

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      TED KRAVITZ dodged a kiss after being left covered in cake at the Australian Grand Prix.The Sky Sports F1 legend celebrated his 50th birthday in the paddock on Sunday.Ted Kravitz was covered in cake in the paddock at the Australian Grand PrixCredit: Sky SportsFerrari sporting director Diego Loverno also leaned in to kiss Kravitz after the raceCredit: Sky SportsHe was joined by commentator David Croft and Ferrari sporting director Diego Loverno after Carlos Sainz’s victory in Melbourne.Loverno presented Kravitz with a birthday cake live on TV as both he and Croft called for someone to push his face into it.Kravitz agreed, explaining: “Normally people’s heads end up in cakes. Am I wrong? In tradition, when it is somebody’s birthday, do you not just want to put a little bit in my face?”With the cake smeared all over his face, he turned to Loverno and said: “In the greatest honour of Formula One birthdays, you have to put a bit on my face.”READ MORE IN SPORTHowever, Loverno appeared to misunderstand as he responded: “I may kiss you.”As he leaned in towards Kravitz, he pulled away, telling Loverno: “No, no, no! But congratulations and thank you for the cake.”Spirits were high for Ferrari in the paddock after Sainz victory in Australia.The Spaniard took the chequered flag on his return to the track after being forced to miss the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHis win was the first non-Red Bull victory of the season, with Max Verstappen retiring early due to a brake issue.Sainz’s team-mate completed a Ferrari one-two as he finished second.Carlos Sainz celebrates winning the Australian Grand PrixLando Norris was also on the podium for McLaren thanks to a third-place finish at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit. More

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      TikTok stars forced to apologise after filming F1 star George Russell using URINAL and making series of crude jokes

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      TIKTOK stars have been forced to apologise after filming George Russell using a urinal at the Australian Grand Prix.Brothers Archie and Miles Shepherd, who go by the online moniker “Shepmates”, are known for their lip-synching commentary videos on social media.The ‘Shepmates’ filmed George Russel while he was using a urinalArchie, left, and Miles Shepherd have apologised for their indiscretionRussell crashed out of the Australian Grand PrixCredit: RexBut they got themselves into hot water after attending the Australian GP after bumping into Russell in the toilets.The brothers filmed the bizarre interaction and posted the clip on TikTok alongside the caption: “POV: When you meet George Russell at the urinals.”In the now-deleted video, one of the brothers says: “I just took a p*** next to George Russell. I know what you’re thinking, how big is it? That stays between me and George. There’s confidentiality in the men’s urinal.“What I can say is he looks really relaxed, confident stream. We were there for a while so he’s obviously really hydrated and prepared for the race. He really opened the floodgates.”READ MORE IN F1The pair were slammed for their behaviour with some critics calling for their credentials to be denied at future ratings.The Shepmates responded to the backlash by releasing a statement expressing their regret.It read: “Our aim is to celebrate sporting heroes and commentators whilst bringing some light hearted fun to sports fans.“On this occasion our content has unintentionally offended our audience and sporting fan from around the globe and is unacceptable.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER“We acknowledge our absolute lapse of judgement and apologise wholeheartedly. We have reached out to George personally to apologise.”Mercedes or Russell are yet to publicly comment on the video.TikTok stars forced to apologise after filming F1 star George Russell using URINAL and making series of crude jokesThe Brit crashed out of the Australian GP in after being brake-tested by Fernando Alonso, who was given a 20-second penalty and demoted to eighth place.Russell’s team-mate Sir Lewis Hamilton also failed to finish because of engine failure, with Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz picking up his first Formula One win of the season following Max Verstappen’s DNF. More

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      Carlos Sainz breaks little-known F1 rule straight after winning Australian GP as star brushes off race official

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      CARLOS SAINZ broke a little-known F1 rule after winning the Australian Grand Prix.The Spanish driver took the chequered flag on his return to the track in Melbourne on Sunday.Carlos Sainz broke a little-known F1 rule after winning the Australian Grand PrixCredit: GettyAfter the race, Sainz celebrated by throwing his gloves into the paddock as he jumped into his Ferrari crew.He also appeared to brush off a race official attempting to direct him towards the weigh-in station.F1 rules require drivers to weigh in with their gear on before and after races to insure they do not breach the minimum weight threshold of 80kg.The rule is in place for safety and fairness reasons.READ MORE IN SPORTHowever, Sainz was not punished for throwing away his gloves.Martin Brundle noticed the rule breach on Sky Sports as he questioned whether it was within FIA regulations.Lead commentator David Croft said: “I’m not technically sure that is allowed but who cares.”Brundle added: “You’re not really supposed to go near your team unless (sic) somebody slips a spanner in your pocket or something, a bit of extra weight.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSainz claimed victory in Melbourne ahead of his Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc, with Lando Norris finishing third.His win is the first non-Red Bull victory of 2024 after Max Verstappen was forced to retire with a brake issue.The chase for glory: Inside the world of F1 reserve driversSainz returned to the grid after being forced out of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix with appendicitis.He had been replaced on the grid by 18-year-old Oliver Bearman whilst he underwent surgery. More

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      Fernando Alonso demoted to eighth place and slapped with 20-second penalty over ‘potentially dangerous’ driving

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      FERNANDO ALONSO has been handed a 20-second penalty for “potentially dangerous” driving at the Australian Grand Prix.The Spaniard was charged over an incident moments before George Russell crashed out on the final lap.Fernando Alonso has been hit with a 20-second penalty for ‘potentially dangerous’ drivingCredit: RexAlonso was charged for an incident in the lead up to George Russell’s crashCredit: AFPAlonso drops from sixth to eighth as a result of the penalty, falling behind team-mate Lance Stroll and Yuki Tsunoda.Russell had been hunting him down on fresher tyres before losing control and crashing into the barriers.The crash occurred as Alonso approached the turn 6/7 complex on the final lap.Speaking after the race, Russell said: “I really don’t know what happened, to be honest.READ MORE IN SPORT”I was half a second behind Fernando on the entry of the corner and then suddenly, before the apex, I was right on his gearbox and lost the car, ran wide.”Alonso has also had three penalty points added to his licence alongside the 20-second penalty.The stewards report reads: “Did he (Alonso) choose to do something, with whatever intent, that was extraordinary, lifting, braking, downshifting and all the other elements of the manoeuvre over 100m earlier than previously? – yes by his own account of the incident he did.”And in the opinion of the stewards by doing these things, he drove in a manner that was at very least ‘potentially dangerous’ given the very high speed nature of that point of the track.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFerrari’s Carlos Sainz claimed victory in Melbourne in a one-two with team-mate Charles Leclerc.Lando Norris completed the podium by finishing third for McLaren.F1 stars arrive at Australian Grand Prix in style as Oscar Piastri rocks up in £400,000 outfitThe F1 season continues with the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka on April 7. More