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      Furious taxi drivers slam ‘woke’ ban on flying England flags during Euros

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      FURIOUS taxi drivers have hit out at a “woke” ban on flying England flags during the Euros.Leftie London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s Transport for London bosses say the St George’s Cross could “distract” other drivers and even cause accidents.Furious taxi drivers have hit out at a “woke” ban on flying England flags during the EurosCredit: AFPAnd the capital’s 125,000 drivers have been warned they could face serious penalties including losing their black cab licence if they fly the red and white banner.Drivers have hit back insisting the flags are no more distracting than the colourful paint jobs on vehicles plastered with advertisements.And they accuse Khan’s killjoys of pandering to woke concerns that the English flag is offensive to minorities.Cabbies across the rest of the nation are not affected with many flying the flag to show support for the Three Lions’ campaign in Germany.Read More on SportLondon’s 125,000 black cab, taxi, private hire and Uber drivers have all been barred by TfL from displaying mini flags – and even stickers – of any countryBosses say their rules only permit only “official taxi signs and stickers” to be displayed in or on vehicles.Black cab driver Fred Perkins, 60, based on a rank in Chelsea, West London, said: “It’s nonsense. It’s all coming down from Khan at the top, because he’s ultimately in charge.“Our society has really gone woke when we can’t fly a little flag for England for the Euros. Loads of drivers used to have flags on their cabs in years gone by.Most read in Euro 2024“How can a little flag be a distraction compared to the great big advert on the side of my cab?”David Lawrie, director of the National Private Hire Association cabbies’ organisation, which represents hundreds of London drivers, said: “Khan should not have put this rule in place.Awkward moment when BBC commentator pulls up pal for shoehorning England scenario into match commentary“It’s woke mentality. Is it because some people view the England flag as offensive?“There are St George’s flags on private hire vehicles in Manchester, so why can’t drivers fly them in London?“Black cabs can have adverts over the whole taxi for sponsorship, so it’s hypocritical to say a small flag could be a distraction compared to that.“Common sense should allow mini England flags for the Euro. The ban should be overturned.”TfL guidelines say: “Breaches of regulations could lead to a formal sanction – such as a warning, Fixed Penalty Notice, prosecution or licence review.”A TfL spokesman said: “For the safety of all passengers and drivers, we have guidelines about what can be displayed in or on taxis and private hire vehicles.“Only official signs and stickers can be displayed. Any other signage or flags are not permitted because they could cause a distraction to other drivers and other road users.READ MORE SUN STORIES“These guidelines apply to all flags and signage.”“We expect all taxi and private hire operators and drivers to comply.” More

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      Charles Leclerc in X-rated rant at Lando Norris caught live on Sky Sports as he escapes punishment for shock collision

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      CHARLES LECLERC sparked controversy when he collided with Lando Norris and launched an X-rated rant live on Sky Sports.But the Ferrari ace escaped punishment after stewards reviewed the dramatic incident in final practice for the Spanish Grand Prix.Viewers were shocked to see and hear the incident as Charles Leclerc overtook Lando Norris before cutting back inside and hitting out verballyLeclerc seemed to think Brit Norris – who went on to take pole for Sunday’s race – was holding him back unfairly on the Barcelona track.Eventually the Monégasque driver overtook the 24-year-old’s McLaren as he entered turns 7/8.But Leclerc cut back sharply to the inside racing line – appearing to clip Norris’ wing mirror quite clearly.The 26-year-old was then heard saying: “F*****. I don’t understand why they did it.”READ MORE TOP STORIESThat’s thought to be his verdict on the tactics of Norris and his team.Stewards watched replays of the exchange – before “reprimanding” Leclerc but NOT giving him a grid penalty.Their statement read: “The Stewards heard from the driver of Car 16 (Charles Leclerc), the driver of Car 4 (Lando Norris), team representatives and reviewed video, team radio and in-car video evidence.”The driver of Car 16 stated that he got impeded by Car 4 into Turn 5 and that upset him.Most read in MotorsportLeclerc seemed frustrated before finally overtaking NorrisEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERS”He then had to abort his flying lap and contended that, while trying to get off the racing line before Turn 7, he misjudged the position of his car and made slight contact with Car 4.”Irrespective of any possible intent, the Stewards consider the move made by Car 16, whilst not being dangerous, to be erratic and therefore issue a driving reprimand in line with precedents.”🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 But fans on social media seemed to reckon Leclerc got off lightly.One demanded: “Weekend ban immediately.  Utterly disgraceful.”Another posted: “I have no idea what Leclerc has done this. No excuse.”Lando later rubbed salt into Leclerc’s wounds by nicking pole from F1 world champion and current table leader Max Verstappen.Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton out-qualified Mercedes team-mate George Russell for just the second occasion this year as they took third and fourth spots. F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season so far:
      Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez
      Ferrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton
      Mercedes: George Russell and TBC
      McLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri
      Aston Martin: Fernando Alonso and TBC
      Williams: Alex Albon and TBC
      Sauber: Nico Hulkenberg and TBC
      Alpine: TBC x2
      RB: TBC x2
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      Horror crash as car spins out of control and flips upside down on infamous corner at 70mph during Le Mans 24 hour race

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      THE 24 hour crash at Le Mans was rocked by a horror crash with just six and a half hours of the race to go.Daniel Mancinelli, 35, found his Aston Martin swinging out of control on the infamous Indianapolis corner.Mancinelli’s car was sent veering offCredit: X @24hoursoflemansIt was sent into a spinCredit: X @24hoursoflemansThe barrier absorbed the full force of the crashCredit: X @24hoursoflemansThe car was flipped onto its roofCredit: X @24hoursoflemansThat saw the car swing round in a circle before slamming into the tyre wall.And the force of the impact saw the car flip upside down after the crash.Luckily Mancinelli was able to emerge from his hypercar unscathed.The crash ended any hope Aston Martin had of achieving a podium victory at the 24 hour race.READ MORE SPORTConcerned fans took to X to wish Mancinelli well.One fan wrote: “Glad the driver is ok ✅ #LEMANS24″Another said: “Hell of a surprise to the crew right behind the tire wall/fence! 😬”A third said: “Happy that the driver is o.k.”Most read in MotorsportThe crash snet debris flying everywhereCredit: X @24hoursoflemansCars had to narrowly avoid Mancinelli’s carCredit: X @24hoursoflemansA shocked team-mate looked on from the paddockCredit: X @24hoursoflemansEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSAnd a fourth said: “Woooow! Damn!!”Mancinellu’s team-mate was also seen looking on with a concerned look from the paddoock.The Sun’s Ben Hunt reveals his five greatest Formula One Drivers Ever – with Michael Schumacher in between two BritsIndianapolis corner is known to be one of the most infamous at Le Mans.It’s known for its tricky entry which has to be entered at break-neck speeds, making crashes on this corner common.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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      George Russell apologises and fights back tears after blowing F1 pole as Max Verstappen wins wet Canadian Grand Prix

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      GEORGE RUSSELL apologised to his Mercedes team for an “ugly race” as he scuppered pole position to Max Verstappen.It was a tough day in the office for the British 26-year-old who fought back tears after the race as he had to settle for third place.George Russell fought back tears after blowing pole positionCredit: GettyIt was a wet race in CanadaCredit: GettyMeanwhile Verstappen overcame chaos and rain to toast his third consecutive win in Canada ahead of McLaren’s Lando Norris in second.Russell, who claimed his first podium of the year. said: “It was an ugly race on my behalf. Sorry for that. I’m very sorry for that.”It felt like a missed opportunity. We were really quick on the inters at the beginning, then Lando came through.”Then we jumped back on the slicks. I made a couple of mistakes out there, pushing the limits and paid the price for it.READ MORE ON F1″Nevertheless, first podium of the year. We truly had a fast car this weekend and to be in the mix fighting for victory was really fun.”The race was jam-packed with action fresh off the back of Monaco which Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton slammed for being a snooze fest after there had been no overtakes from the top ten drivers.Verstappen said: “It was a pretty crazy race. I love it. That was a lot of fun. Those kinds of races, you need those once in a while.”Russell crawled off the line in his Mercedes at the start but just stayed in front of Max Verstappen by a whisker.Most read in MotorsportVerstappen praised the ‘crazy race’Credit: RexEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSDrama erupted from lap 17 when Verstappen was thrown into the clutches of Norris after running wide at Turn One to hand Russell some valuable breathing space.The McLaren driver had set his sights on overtaking the Red Bull on the long straight and breezed past him to nab P2.Cost of an F1 carBut Norris wasn’t done there as he overtook Russell on the straight before Max Verstappen swiped the Mercedes driver’s place, leaving him in third.On lap 25 the first safety car was called into action as Logan Sargeant spun into the barrier on his way out of Turn Four in his Williams.24-year-old Norris stayed out while everyone else pitted, leaving him trailing behind Verstappen and Russell in third.Verstappen’s engineer Gianpiero Lambiase aimed a sly dig at Norris’ Miami Grand Prix win in a nod to the safety car incident by saying “What goes around comes around. That’s Miami back”.Verstappen, Norris and Russell continued to squabble for first, second and third throughout.More drama erupted as Sergio Perez wrapped up a dismal weekend by spinning out at Turn Six into the barrier and out of the race.Cue the safety car again as more chaos saw Alex Albon come off worse with a tussle with Carlos Sainz – leaving both drivers out of the race.It was a miserable afternoon for Ferrari in general who had earlier retired his car after suffering problems with the engine.Piastri and Russell tussled on lap 63 at Turn 10, making contact before the British driver lost his spot to his teammate Lewis Hamilton.Hamilton sniffed the podium and used his DRS to ease past Piastri, onto the tail of Norris but Russell edged back into third with one lap to go.READ MORE SUN STORIESNorris said: “It was chaos. It was eventful. To be honest, I felt like I drove a good race the whole time from start to finish. The first two stints were very strong.“I had amazing pace. But then the Safety Car had me over, just like it helped me in Miami, it’s now had me back over.” More

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      Marcus Rashford caught speeding in Rolls-Royce just months after his £700k motor was wrecked in crash

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      MARCUS Rashford was caught speeding in his £560,000 Rolls-Royce just months after another flashy motor was wrecked in a crash.The Man Utd star, 26, was clocked going more than 70mph as he drove on the M60 motorway in the Cullinan Blue Shadow.Marcus Rashford was caught speeding while on the M60 motorwayCredit: AlamyThe star was driving his Rolls-Royce Cullinan Blue Shadow at the timeCredit: ZenpixRashford admitted the speeding offence through a single justice procedure.He will be sentenced at Manchester and Salford Magistrates’ Court on September 27.The December offence came less than two months after Rashord wrecked another Rolls-Royce in a crash.He was leaving Utd’s Carrington base on September 23 when he collided with a gran.Read more on the starFootage showed his car with pieces of the rear bumper ripped off and strewn on the side of the road as hazard lights flashed.Luckily both drivers escaped without injury.Rashford later took to social media to reassure fans he was OK, saying: “3 points on the road! I’m alright guys thanks for the messages.”Rashford owns three Rolls-Royces – a £700k Black Badge Wraith, a £390k Black Badge Cullinan and a £560k Cullinan Blue Shadow.Most read in FootballHe also has a £280,000 McLaren 765 Long Tail and a £350,000 Lamborghini Urus Performante.It comes after Rashford was dealt a blow when Gareth Southgate left him out of his preliminary England squad for the Euros.Man Utd fans gush ‘lovely to see Rashford smiling’ as club releases new footage from dressing room after FA Cup winIt is the first time in the past four major tournaments he has not been included in the Three Lions team.”When asked about his exclusion, Southgate said: “These are of course difficult calls.”You are talking about very good players who have been important in what we’ve done over a number of years.”Rashford later shared a screenshot of the training squad on social media, writing: “Wishing Gareth and the boys all the best” for the tournament.Rashford will be sentenced in SeptemberCredit: RexThe star previously wrecked another Rolls-Royce in a crash More

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      Marcus Rashford makes last-minute dash to jewellers in brand-new £700,000 Rolls Royce ahead of FA Cup final

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      MARCUS Rashford made a last-minute dash to a jewellers in his brand new £700,000 Rolls Royce Wraith ahead of the FA Cup final.The luxury motor is a direct replacement for the car he wrote off in a crash with a gran in September last year.Marcus Rashford prepared for the FA Cup final by making a last-minute dash to a jewellers in his brand new £700,000 Rolls Royce WraithCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeThe 26-year-old couldn’t take his eyes off his new wheels as he shook the car dealer’s handCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeRashford’s new Black Badge Wraith was transported from Germany to the star’s home in Wilmslow last week. The turbo-charged V12 two-door coupe boasts a full interior and exterior “Mansory” kit. The 6.6-litre ultra-luxury supercar has suicide doors can do 0-60mph in 4.4 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph.An onlooker said: “Marcus looked very happy to be back at the wheel.Read More on Marcus Rashford”It’s such an amazing car, even for a footballer. “He popped out for an appointment at a local jewellery store where he is a regular customer. “He looked happy and relaxed.”In February we revealed Rash’s wrecked Roller, which had just 1,000 miles on the clock, was being flogged at auction for a cut down price.Most read in FootballPhotos showed the car took a pounding in the crash, with extensive damage to the front, left front wing and a mangled rear left wheel and bumper. YouTuber Mat Armstrong bought the custom motor for £184,000 and has since fixed it up.Marcus Rashford and Henderson OUT of Gareth Southgate’s England Squad for Euro 2024Rashford’s former Rolls was wrecked after a collision with a car driven by a gran, 74, in September last year.The England ace had just left United’s training ground in Carrington on his way home from his side’s 1-0 Premier League win at Burnley.The collision sent his 2.5-ton vehicle — which has a top speed of 155mph — into a pole on a traffic island. MAKING HIS MARCMarcus Rashford’s career:
      Footage showed his car with pieces of the rear bumper ripped off and strewn on the side of the road as hazard lights flashed. Luckily both drivers escaped without injury. The accident happened in a 40mph zone on Carrington Spur near United’s Aon training complex — where players had returned by coach just before midnight after the Burnley match. In a post on Instagram which referred to United’s away win, the striker wrote: “3 points on the road! I’m alright guys thanks for the messages.” READ MORE SUN STORIESRashford owns three Rolls-Royces – his new £700k Black Badge Wraith, a £390k Black Badge Cullinan and he bought a £560k Cullinan Blue Shadow in August last year. Rashford also has a £280,000 McLaren 765 Long Tail and a £350,000 Lamborghini Urus Performante.The luxury motor is a direct replacement for the one he wrote off in a crash with a gran in September last yearCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeThe turbo-charged V12 two-door coupe boasts a full interior and exterior ‘Mansory’ kitCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke More

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      Prem star Jakub Moder slapped with six-months driving ban for totting up 15 penalty points

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      A PREMIER League star has been banned from driving for six months.Footie ace Jakub Moder lost his licence for totting up 15 penalty points.Jakub Moder has been banned from driving for six monthsCredit: GettyThe Polish midfielder, 25, was clocked at 81mph and 85mph within three months in his Audi RS Quattro on the A27 in 2022. He was driving to training with Brighton and Hove Albion.Magistrates in Crawley heard he was also banned for six months last year and again for 12 months for speeding in Derby and Cambridgeshire.But he did not know it because the bans were logged on a “ghost” licence created by the DVLA. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis was done because he does not have a UK licence although he was entitled to drive on his Polish licence.Moder, of Hove, admitted speeding. Magistrates accepted it was an administrative mess and fined £628 along with the ban.Leicester City star Hamza Choudhury fined £20,000 for drink-driving More

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      Tyson Fury building ‘Grand Designs’ luxury six-bedroom mansion with pool, hot tub, sauna and even a CINEMA

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      TYSON Fury is transforming a rundown car park into a luxury “Grand Designs” mansion with a swimming pool, hot tub and cinema.The heavyweight world champion, 35, has applied for planning permission to replace the site with a lavish modern home.Tyson Fury celebrating victory following his knockout of Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium in April 2022Credit: GettyFury plans to turn the site into a luxury homeCredit: Cheshire East CouncilPlans for the lavish property include a swimming pool and hot tubCredit: Cheshire East CouncilThe site has become a dumping ground for used carsCredit: Cheshire East CouncilCurrently, the property’s estate in Cheshire’s “Golden Triangle” – popular with celebs and footballers – is overgrown.It includes a grim-coloured pond and has become a dumping ground for used cars. Next door, land owned by the Fury family had been used as an airport car park.Now the boxer wants to demolish the main eight-bedroom dwelling to replace it with a six-bed house complete with a swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and cinema.Read more sportFury is asking to add a two-metre high security fence around the perimeter.But Cheshire East Council’s heritage and design team consider the proposal to be a potential blight on the landscape.The council is also unhappy that the Gypsy King wants to chop down so many trees.It voiced concerns in an email, saying: “The loss of trees and tree groups along the western boundary is of concern, particularly as more trees and tree groups appear to be marked for removal on the landscaping drawing than are stated in the arboricultural impact assessment.”Most read in BoxingThe email adds: “The proposed boundary treatments include two-metre high walling and fences to all boundaries. “If there is a particular need for security, the height and dominance of these features in the locality might be understandable but, to retain rural landscape character, these tall blank barriers should be softened.”Tyson Fury shows off his air guitar skills to AC/DC and sings Mr Brightside as son Prince holds up WBC belt at open media workout ahead of Usyk boutSolutions include changing the proposed site’s layout to save trees, or planting new ones, while the security fence could be hidden by an external hedge row.Previously, Fury’s plans had hit the skids after bats were found roosting in a loft and then he was told birds flocking to his pond or fruit trees maybe a hazard to nearby jets.Local councillor Chris Hilliard has approved of the plans and hope it improves the property and area, which has been blighted by the car parking issue.He says: “Styal has been affected by several issues over the years. One of those issues is exceptionally apparent on this property and Moss Lane as a whole.”What were family properties or small industrious businesses have become car parking for the airport. “Many of this type of establishment have a very dubious reputation, with damage to vehicles, proprietors taking vehicles into local towns and leaving them for weeks, and a disregard for the local community.”It is obvious that this site is badly in need of redevelopment, and the property as drawn would be a large improvement over the current property on this plot.Tyson Fury’s life outside of boxingA WORLD heavyweight champion inside the ring, Tyson Fury also has a colourful life away from his mega fights.
      The hit Netflix show At Home With The Furys gave an insight into his day-to-day activities away from boxing.
      The Gypsy King is believed to have punched his way to a career haul of nearly £200million.
      Fury and his seven kids currently reside in a plush house worth a whopping £1.7m.
      He swapped his £550,000 home that overlooked Morecambe Bay for the mansion located in the same area.
      Wife Paris, 34, often gives us a glimpse into her fab property by sharing snaps on Instagram.
      The home featured heavily in the Netflix show At Home with the Furys, which offered fans a glimpse inside the chaotic and full-on life of Britain’s top heavyweight boxer.
      Season one offered a glimpse into his fight preparations ahead of a showdown with Derek Chisora in December 2022.
      And Fury also has an absolute monster collection of motors he has been seen behind the wheel of.
      Most recently, he added a stunning customised Porsche GT3 RS worth over £200,000 to his car collection.
      He is also said to own several Rolex watches, flashing a £60,000 diamond-laden 18ct timepiece from the brand as he prepared for his fight with Whyte.

      “The plans would allow for the improvement of the landscape, a potential increase in biodiversity, and the removal of invasive species.”In December, Fury and his two brothers John Jr and Shane landed in hot water with the courts for renting out a car park on their land.Dad John was at Chester Magistrates’ Court to defend his sons.He said he had signed a lease agreement with a valet company and they had done nothing wrong by failing to cough up £82,166 to the council for a car park, which adjoins his house in Styal.The court also heard he handed ownership of the land to his sons – who are worth over £134 million – following a “fight with the wife 20 years ago”.John Sr said: “I didn’t even have to be here but I’ve come here today to tell you the boys have nothing to do with anything of it, especially Tyson.“It’s ridiculous when you’re paying millions of pounds in taxes. He hasn’t lived at that address for 18 years.“All I’ve done is rent a piece of land out. I have no understanding of any kind of business or what they do. READ MORE SUN STORIES”It was just an empty yard, that’s all I’ve ever done.”But District Judge Mr John McGarva ordered the three brothers to pay the business rates bill plus court costs of £17,206 – totalling nearly £100k.Fury and his family pose for a photo promoting their hit Netflix showCredit: Courtesy of NetflixThe site currently includes a grim-coloured pondCredit: Cheshire East CouncilFury’s current mansion in Morecambe, which featured in hit Netflix show At Home With the FurysCredit: Andy Kelvin / Kelvin MediaOvergrown land currently occupies the site in CheshireCredit: Cheshire East CouncilThe council has concerns about the potential loss of treesCredit: Cheshire East Council More