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      Sky Sports and TNT Sports at risk of losing Premier League coverage as ‘rival bidder emerges’ to take huge fixtures

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      SKY SPORTS and TNT Sports face competition from a rival bidder for Premier League coverage. The broadcasting duo have had the majority share of Premier League games for a sustained period, but according to the Telegraph that could be about to change.
      A rival bidder could put TNT Sports and Sky Sports at risk of losing Premier League coverageCredit: Rex
      The broadcasting heavyweights could lose the rights to some of the Premier League’s biggest gamesCredit: Alamy
      Amazon are reportedly exploring the idea of taking up a larger chunk of the televised games that are available to broadcasters.
      Prime Video already show 20 games a season, but they are expected to bid for match packages that would give them the rights to broadcast a far higher number of fixtures.
      The smaller packages available to bidding broadcasters range between 42 and 65 fixtures which would be a huge step up from what Amazon already has the rights to.
      It could also see them televise more games than TNT Sports (formerly BT Sport) with the longstanding channel currently holding the rights to 52 games per season.
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      However it is said that TNT and Sky Sports still remain favourites to retain the lion share of fixtures for future seasons.
      Amazon may not be the only streaming service that bid for the Premier League broadcasting rights either.
      With popular online service DAZN also expected to look at trying to acquire one of the cheaper packages available.
      The next round of packages would last for three years and any successful bids would mean rights were purchased for that prolonged period.
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      At present 270 of the Premier League’s 380 annual games are available for broadcast.
      And in good news for football fans there isn’t any planned changes for kick off times with the Saturday 12.30pm and 5.30pm, Sunday 2pm and 4.30pm, and Monday or Friday 8pm slots reportedly being maintained. More

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      Fans in stitches as Sky Sports commentator ‘turns into Thomas the Tank Engine’ on live TV

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      FOOTBALL fans were left in stitches after a Sky Sports commentator “turned into a train” live on air.Sky Sports reporter Andy Walker was reporting on a Scottish Premiership match between St Mirren and Hibernian at The SMISA Stadium on Wednesday.
      Fans were left in stitches following a comment from the commentatorCredit: X @ScotlandSky

      And he was caught off guard when Lewis Jamieson scored a late equaliser for the home side.
      After describing the goal Walker recited the score which was 2-2, but some fans joked that he sounded like a train.
      One person tweeted: “Thomas the Tank Engine at the end.”
      Another added: “I swear I’m hearing Choo-choo and not 2-2 at the end of this 🤣.”
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      While a third fan joked: “Why’d he turn into a train at the end.”
      The score was still level at full-time, with both teams sharing the points.
      St Mirren have now moved five points behind Rangers in the table.
      After the match, manager Stephen Robinson said: “I thought the boys were terrific.
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      “One of our best performances of the season against a very good Hibs side. We got done by a mistake.
      “We dominated large spells of the game but couldn’t find the finish. Our end product wasn’t quite there.
      “It was young LJ [Lewis Jamieson], I’m delighted for him. He’s a talented boy and I have a lot of faith in him. He’s rewarded me with a very good equaliser.” More

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      Martin Brundle’s Sky Sports F1 grid interviews Walk of Shame from dismissive Pep Guardiola to bizarre Machine Gun Kelly

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      MARTIN BRUNDLE’S iconic grid interviews have become a much-loved part of the build-up to a Grand Prix.The Sky Sports reporter is given the tough task of chasing celebrities around the track prior to the race.
      Martin Brundle has been awkwardly snubbed by celebs countless timesCredit: Sky Sports
      The broadcasting hero is loved by F1 fansCredit: Getty
      Brundle has become a master of pushing his way to the front over the years and has had 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 and occasionally has to do the walk of shame away from a star if they snub his interview attempt.
      SunSport take a look back at some of the most awkward and dismissive encounters we have seen.
      Machine Gun Kelly
      The American’s chat with Brundle was one of the most uncomfortable watches in the 2023 season.
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      After initially struggling to get particularly interesting answers from MGK, he asked the rapper about his own music career, only for him to respond by demanding the presenter does an air guitar.
      Brundle refused and Machine Gun Kelly stormed off and gave the cameras a thumbs down.
      Fans called it the “most awkward interview ever” and the ever-confident host joked: “I don’t think I’ll be on his Christmas card list”.
      MGK did not enjoy his time with BrundleCredit: Sky Sports
      Cara Delevingne
      Brundle approached the model and actress last year but got a firm “no”.
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      He swiftly hit back, saying: “The deal is that everybody has to talk on the grid.”
      Delevingne then claimed she couldn’t hear anything and by that point Brundle gave up and had the last laugh as he brutally quipped sarcastically: “I’m sure it would have been extremely interesting.”
      Brundle brutally hit back at Cara DelevingneCredit: Sky sports
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      Megan Thee Stallion
      One of Brundle’s most iconic grid moments came when he tried to speak to Megan Thee Stallion.
      He was swatted away by heavy-handed bodyguards before being invited in by the rap sensation herself.
      Brundle shouted “I think she is happy” before being rudely barged by another member of her entourage.
      After getting criticism off one of Megan’s team, the F1 legend laughed: “I can do that because I just did.”
      Pep Guardiola
      The Manchester City manager turned into a man of few words as the 64-year-old presenter approached him.
      Guardiola claimed he had already spoke to Sky Sports multiple times at the Abu Dhabi GP in 2022.
      Brundle then asked the Spaniard a question about City, but he replied: “No talking about football today.”
      Thinking on his feet, he then tried to chat about F1 but the manager simply walked off before he was moved on by security.
      Guardiola snubbed Brundle and walked offCredit: sky sports
      Brad Pitt
      Guardiola is joined in the walk away club by Pitt.
      The Hollywood legend snubbed Brundle ahead of the US Grand Prix last year despite him trying to get answers about his upcoming film based on F1.
      Pitt seemed to have no time for interviews as he wondered off up the grid.
      Brundle later revealed he got an apology from the actor, who was unaware of his cult hero status in the sport.
      He said: “Got a note from Brad Pitt explaining what happened with our near miss on the Austin grid. Unnecessary, but nice of him.
      “Absolutely nobody is obliged to talk to me on the grid, but as I endeavour to make 10/12 minutes of live and unscripted sports TV I’m obliged to at least ask.”
      Brad Pitt later apologised to Martin Brundle
      Williams sisters
      Venus was slammed by some F1 fans for not even acknowledging Brundle as he tried to get a few words from the tennis hero in 2016.
      And he had similar misfortune with Serena as she awkwardly gestured with a wave that she didn’t fancy a chat years after his sister’s encounter.
      Brundle did not let the snubbing get under his skin, saying: “It’s a double fault, it’s a double fault.”
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      In a bizarre turn of events in 2007, Brundle was seemingly booted off the grid on his way to locate Jenson Button.
      He was intercepted by two stewards that then attempted to block his path.
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      Brundle and the staff had a blazing row live on TV as raged: “You can’t do that.”
      However, he was not allowed to continue and had to turn back after being ushered away. More

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      Rasmus Hojlund ‘cooked’ on Monday Night Football as horror stat emerges but Man Utd fans insist striker not to blame

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      FANS of Manchester United have leapt to Rasmus Hojlund’s defence after a horror stat about the striker emerged on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football.Daniel Sturridge and Jamie Carragher took turns to analyse the fortunes of the attacker, and opened with a damning statistic that places Hojlund 100th in the Premier League for shots taken per 90 minutes.
      Hojlund is yet to score for United in the Premier LeagueCredit: Twitter @unitedviewtv
      He ranks 100th in the league for shots taken per 90Credit: Twitter @SkySportsPL

      The United forward averages just 1.7 shots per 90 which is dwarfed by the attacker with the most shots, Darwin Nunez, with 5.7 per 90.
      Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge defended Hojlund, saying that his low shot volume is partly caused by his team’s struggles to make chances for him.
      Sturridge also said the presence of Rashford on the left-wing for United limits the number of opportunities Hojlund receives because of his tendency to shoot often.
      Hojlund ranks behind both Rashford and Bruno Fernandes for shots taken despite being the focal point of the team.
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      When presenter Dave Jones asked whether Hojlund needs to be more “ruthless” in front goal, Sturridge said: “He’s a project, and he’s not the perfect striker.
      “He’s not the finished article just yet, so when he gets the opportunities he is trying very hard.
      “He wants to score goals, he wants to be in the positions to score. He is desperate to show his capabilities at a club like Manchester United.
      “Has he scored the goals that they would have expected him to? Would they have expected him to have more shots at least? I don’t think they are impressed with that.
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      “But I don’t think he’s getting loads of chances per game that are clear misses.”
      Fans were divided on how harsh the analysis was on Hojlund on X, formerly known as Twitter.
      One fan wrote: “They basically cooking Hojlund on MNF”
      Another posted: “Watching these Hojlund highlights on MNF. Seeing him run into so much space and he’s not being played the ball. Thank the lord Sturridge is pointing this out.”
      Another wrote: “Sky Sports s**g off Hojlund but forget that he’s not getting any service.”
      Hohlund has another chance to return to form on Wednesday when he plays former club FC Copenhagen, where he began his career. More

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      Luton to escape FA punishment for sick chants against Liverpool blasted by Jamie Carragher as talks held with police

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      THE FA will not sanction Luton over the “tragedy chanting” that marred the Hatters’ 1-1 draw with Liverpool.Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher condemned the home fans who chanted “always the victims” during the game – a reference to the Hillsborough disaster.
      Luton will not be sanctioned by the FA over ‘tragedy chanting’ heard against LiverpoolCredit: Rex
      But while the FA and Premier League united in a pre-season drive to root out offensive chants, that did not include punishing clubs for the behaviour of their fans.
      While Wembley accepts the chants are offensive and do not want them to continue, they are not deemed “discriminatory” in law – and so cannot bring FA action.
      The onus is on Luton to identify and – if they see fit – ban the perpetrators, while working alongside local police to determine if a criminal act has taken place.
      Such action would be welcomed by the FA but they are powerless to act by taking any disciplinary action.
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      Despite that, the FA showed its concern as a spokesperson said: “We are aware of the tragedy chanting during yesterday’s Premier League fixture between Luton Town and Liverpool.
      “We are seeking observations from Luton Town and further detail from the Police.
      “We strongly condemn chanting of this nature and will continue to work closely with our stakeholders across the game, including the clubs, leagues, fan groups and the relevant authorities to proactively address this issue.”
      Carragher had called out the home fans for their sick chants, which were heard live on Sky Sports.
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      Jamie Carragher had condemned the chants on Sky SportsCredit: Alamy
      Appearing on commentary, he said during the game: “At the start of the season I was involved in something about tragedy chanting and supporters coming together. I have just heard something a couple of times in this game.
      “Supporters have got to have rivalry but we are better than that. A lot of clubs have been guilty of that over the years but football fans are better than that.”
      The Luton chants came just a week after Manchester City blasted a section of their own fans.
      A small section of fans were overheard singing disgraceful chants following the death of Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton.
      City responded to the incident with a damning club statement, condemning the chants from their supporters. More

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      Sky Sports legend Adam Smith announces departure from channel after three decades as he wins brutal cancer battle

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      ADAM SMITH has announced his departure from Sky Sports after overcoming his cancer battle.The Sky Sports legend revealed that he made “magical memories” while at the broadcaster.
      Adam Smith has left Sky Sports after three decadesCredit: Getty
      Smith had been working at Sky Sports since August 1994 but will now not return to the channel.
      He admitted that during his year away his battle with cancer had been “brutal”.
      But now cancer-free, he insists he “cannot wait” for his new adventure and that he is “raring to go”.
      He shared the news on Instagram, where he has over 30k followers.
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      Smith wrote: “Hope everyone is well… new, exciting beginnings and challenges for me after a wonderful, incredible, three-decade journey at the amazing place that is Sky Sports.
      “A brutal year away recovering from serious illness – health has given me the opportunity to think of my wider passions in sport – taking a deeper interest in the development of sportsmen and women and presenting/commentating on a broader canvas.
      “I am cancer free and raring to go.
      “Thanks to everyone at Sky – all my super-talented colleagues past and present – for the most magical memories.
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      Smith has won multiple awards during his careerCredit: Reuters
      “Time for me to fly and I cannot wait!”
      Smith received plenty of messages wishing him luck on his next chapter.
      One fan wrote: “Amazing news, Adam! So pleased to hear this.”
      A second commented: “Welcome back Adam. Look forward to hearing you back on comms for some big fights!”
      A third said: “All the best mate. Top man.”
      Another added: “The best commentator in the game. Glad that you’re cancer free!”
      During his career, he won the Broadcast Award and RTS Award as well as being nominated for a BAFTA, SJA and The Sports Book Awards.
      He has provided the commentary for some of the most iconic fights in the past three decades, including Floyd Mayweather’s bout with Conor McGregor as well as Anthony Joshua’s clash with Vladimir Klitschko.  More

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      Machine Gun Kelly storms off from ‘most awkward interview ever’ with Martin Brundle at Brazilian Grand Prix

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      MACHINE GUN KELLY stormed off from his interview with Martin Brundle on Sky Sports at the Brazilian Grand Prix.The American rapper was in Sao Paulo for the Formula One when he spoke to Brundle in what fans have labelled the “most awkward interview ever”.
      Martin Brundle and Machine Gun Kelly shared an excruciatingly awkward interview at the Brazil GPCredit: Twitter @SkySportsF1
      Machine Gun Kelly ended up storming off from the interviewCredit: Twitter @SkySportsF1

      Brundle, who is well known for his entertaining gridwalk interviews, grabbed Kelly for a chat before the race.
      But things got off to an awkward start when the British reporter asked how things were going in the superstar’s career.
      Kelly batted away the question, saying: “My career? I don’t think about my career. I don’t think about it.”
      And it only got more awkward when he asked the Sky Sports interviewer to join him for a live air guitar and air piano session.
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      Brundle uncomfortably declined by saying: “No there’s millions [of people watching]. You do it!
      “I can’t do it, I can’t do it. I probably need to get on because we’ve got some people to see.”
      Machine Gun Kelly was left furious that he didn’t join him in a peculiar jam session and stormed off from the interview and away from the camera.
      Brundle joked as he moved on that the Hollywood star may not be his biggest fan after the interaction.
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      He said: “Something tells me I won’t be on his Christmas card list.”
      Fans watching on from home were left confused by the interview and couldn’t believe just how awkward it was.
      One said: “That was properly awkward! I don’t think it was Martin either!”
      While another added: “THE MOST awkwaaarrd interview EVEEEEERRRRR.”
      A third commented: “An absolute embarrassment.”
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      Jamie Carragher calls out Luton Town fans for sick chants heard live on Sky Sports

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER called out Luton Town fans for disgusting chants heard during their Premier League match with Liverpool.The Hatters were in action against the Reds on Sunday, when TV cameras picked up the vile taunts from a minority number of the home crowd.
      Chanting was heard from a section of home fansCredit: PA
      Jamie Carragher called it on during commentaryCredit: Alamy
      Anfield legend Carragher was in the gantry co-commentating on the match for Sky Sports.
      He said during the game: “At the start of the season I was involved in something about tragedy chanting and supporters coming together. I have just heard something a couple of times in this game.
      “Supporters have got to have rivalry but we are better than that. A lot of clubs have been guilty of that over the years but football fans are better than that.”
      In the summer, the Premier League said they would clamp down on clubs whose fans were caught taunting the opposition in such a horrific manner.

      A statement read: “Premier League clubs unanimously agreed at the Annual General Meeting today to a series of new measures to address the unacceptable rise in anti-social behaviour involving football tragedy-related chanting, gesturing, graffiti, online abuse and other behaviours last season.
      “The measures are the output of a cross-football working group which was set up in December to explore available options to challenge the normalisation of such distasteful behaviours and incidents.
      “The issues have continued to cause significant distress to the victims’ families, survivors and affected club supporters, in addition to damaging the reputation of the clubs involved and football in England and Wales.
      “The action will focus on criminal prosecution, the regulatory environment, enforcement, online abuse, education and communications.”
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      Liverpool supporters have heard vile chants mocking the 1989 Hillsborough tragedy, when 97 fans lost their lives during a FA Cup semi-final against Nottingham Forest before.
      The clash between Liverpool and Luton ended 1-1 after a dramatic late equaliser from Luis Diaz.
      In recent weeks, Man City blasted a section of their own fans for disgraceful chants heard in the stands following Man Utd legend Bobby Charlton’s death.
      A club statement said: “We are extremely disappointed to have learned of reports of offensive chanting from a small number of individuals about Sir Bobby Charlton in some of the concourses.
      “The club condemns these chants in the strongest terms, and apologises unreservedly to the family and friends of Sir Bobby, and to all those at Manchester United.
      “On this day of all days, when the stadium stood to pay tribute to our own legend in Francis Lee, Manchester City supporters should understand and appreciate as keenly as anyone the need for respect in our game.
      “Our security team are studying CCTV footage of the concourse areas.
      “We are thankful to those who have already come forward to report this matter.
      “We continue to appeal for any information that can help us identify the individuals involved, so that we can take the appropriate action to issue banning orders.” More