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      Fans say ‘shows how irrelevant he really is’ about Tommy Fury as they spot Tyson doesn’t want to sit next to his brother

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      TOMMY FURY was labelled as “irrelevant” by fans after he was spotted in the back seats for Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois.The former Love Island star made his first public appearance following his split with long-term partner Molly-Mae Hughes.Fans highlighted how Tommy Fury was sat away from older brother TysonCredit: YouTube / DAZN BoxingThey were separated by a few rows in the VIP sectionCredit: YouTube / DAZN BoxingFury was booed by the Wembley crowd as he made his first public appearance after his split with Molly-Mae HughesCredit: DAZNThe Wembley crowd made their feelings clear on Tommy as the camera panned to him before the Battle of Britain title clash got underway.They roundly booed TNT as he cupped his ear when appearing on the big screen.In contrast, Gypsy King Tyson received a far nicer reception as cheers echoed around the stadium – packed with a record-breaking British boxing attendance of at least 96,000 – when he appeared.And fans highlighted how the 36-year-old was sitting away from his younger brother.READ MORE IN BOXINGTaking to social media, one fan said: “Shows you how irrelevant Tommy Fury really is when his brother Tyson Fury doesn’t even sit with him.”A second said: “Fancy some company at Wembley? Wee alone lad.”A third added: “Cheer up mate looking miserable on TV.”Another said: “Tommy Fury looks sad in the crowd man.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFury, 25, recently hit headlines with Molly-Mae after he was accused of cheating on her, an allegation he strongly denies.Ahead of the fight, which Dubois won with a fifth round knockout, Tommy was on stage at Boxpark Wembley for a Q&A session.’That’s cost me £150m, silly c–t’, rants Tyson Fury in immediate aftermath to Anthony Joshua’s KO vs Daniel DuboisIn it he opened up on his personal life, saying: “Quite a lot [has happened] to be honest… “A lot’s been happening, some good some bad, but media’s going to be the media at the end of the day.Timeline of Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury’s splitAfter five years together, Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury split up in August 2024.At around 4pm on Wednesday, August 14, Molly-Mae and Tommy suffer an explosive showdown and Molly-Mae announces her split from fiancé Tommy Fury, saying ‘ I never imagined our story would end, especially not this way’.An hour later Tommy shares a separate and brief statement confirming they have parted ways, and thanks Molly-Mae for making him ‘a dad’.The real reason they split emerges and on Thursday, August 15 The Sun reveals how Molly-Mae learned Tommy had cheated on her – leading to an explosive showdown.On Saturday, August 17, The Sun reveals how Molly-Mae had been sent an upsetting video showing Tommy kissing a girl in a nightclub in North Macedonia on a lads holiday. Exactly one week after the split a Danish woman accused of getting close to Tommy speaks to The Sun. On Wednesday, August 21, she denies she is the girl who kissed Tommy.”But let’s talk some boxing. I’m excited to be at Wembley and I think it’s going to be a great night of boxing. “I’m looking forward to every single fight on the card and I think there’s going to be some explosive fights going on.”Fury is looking to return to the ring in December following a hand injury.He revealed he is happy to fight “anybody” but caveated he preferred if they were a “proper fighter”, rather than an Influencer-turned-boxer such as Jake Paul or KSI.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “I do want to fight a proper fighter – I don’t want to mess around with all these idiots. “I want to get back in the ring and perfect the craft properly and get some more fights going.”Round by round: How Dubois demolished JoshuaANTHONY JOSHUA bravely picked himself up from the floor against Daniel Dubois – until he could no more.AJ was floored four times in five rounds by Dubois before a thudding counter right closed the show in dramatic fashion.Here, SunSport’s Jack Figg takes you round-by-round from the Wembley war.ROUND 1Dubois comes out sharp with the jab as Joshua bounces around struggling to deal with the piston-like left.Huge right hand from Dubois has AJ staggering backwards with his hands far too low from the opening bell.Joshua made to pay for the mistake as he circles out with his hands down and gets dropped by an overhand right.ROUND 2Joshua – saved only by the bell after being floored – struggles to get going as he takes shots to the face.AJ is tottering and teetering around the ring with his guard again dangerously low and inviting pressure on.Joshua is attempting to get back into the bout but his jab looks far too lazy – he doesn’t look to have recovered from the knockdown.ROUND 3AJ comes out with more intent but swings wildly with a right and connects with only thin air.Dubois pours on the pressure and hammers Joshua into the corner scoring another knockdown.The bell sounds but Dubois lands one or two afterwards – again AJ is saved by the clock as the writing looks on the wall.ROUND 4Disaster strikes again with Joshua floored once more – losing his balance as he touches the canvas.The referee gives AJ another fighting chance and Dubois lands a low blow – giving the challenger some valuable respite.Dubois slows down as four rounds come to a close with Joshua showing sensational resilience to hang in there.ROUND 5Joshua lands a huge right hand and Dubois legs buckle – an astonishing turnaround looks to be on the cards.AJ pins Dubois onto the ropes and attempts one of his signature uppercuts but the countering right hand gets there first.Joshua is caught flush on the chin, dropped once more and this time out for good. Dubois scores a stunning KO win. More

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      Forgotten Man Utd star slapped on the head by team-mates as he returns ‘like a new signing’ after 15 MONTHS out

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      TYRELL MALACIA was given a new player initiation by his Manchester United team-mates as he neared a return from injury.Malacia, 25, has not played football for 15 MONTHS.Forgotten Man Utd star Tyrell Malacia returned to Man Utd trainingCredit: GettyMalacia was given an arrival initiation by team-matesCredit: X / manutdPlayers playfully slapped him on the head as he nears a return to actionCredit: GettyMalacia has been sidelined through injury for 15 monthsCredit: GettyHis last competitive fixture came for the Netherlands in a June 2023 Uefa Nations League game before he went under the knife for a knee injury a month later.Complications following the surgery meant he was forced to undergo a second procedure that kept him out of action for even longer. However, the left-back has slowly been edging his way back into contention to play again.The club released footage of Malacia doing some light jogging two months ago.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFast forward to today and Malacia has been spotted in training with his Man Utd team-mates.After more than a year out of action, a video of his comeback saw him given a player tunnel initiation where he ran through a crowd of team-mates and had his head playfully slapped for the ritual.Fans were delighted to see the defender welcomed back to training.Taking to social media, one fan said: “So happy for him.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA second said: “Happy to see him back.”Another said: “Amad was randomly waiting to hit him with the ball on his head.”‘I miss it sometimes,’ says Sir Alex Ferguson as former Man Utd manager opens up in rare interviewA fourth added: “Good vibes.”Speaking on Malacia’s return earlier this month, manager Erik ten Hag said: “Of course, we want to motivate him to return, but it’s not so easy when you are so long away.”Over a season now from an injury to return, but he’s working very hard, he’s progressing really well in this moment.“He’s making big steps, so we think, at short notice, we can expect him in the team training, and he is a talent, it’s natural.“I expect also, soon, he can return into games then.”Ten Hag also said he would not rush Mason Mount and Rasmus Hojlund back from injury following the medical room horror show seen at the club last season.United face Crystal Palace in Saturday’s evening kick-off as they looked to capitalise on the momentum from their 3-0 win at Southampton and 7-0 win over Barnsley in the last seven days. More

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      ‘If Mbappe scored that…’ say fans as England wonderkid, 17, fires Sunderland ahead in bitter Tees-Wear derby

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      SUNDERLAND wonderkid Chris Rigg set the bitter Tees-Wear derby on fire with a stunning finish against Middlesbrough.Rigg, 17, was named in Regis Le Bris’ starting line-up against Boro in their crunch Championship clash at the Stadium of Light.Sunderland wonderkid Chris Rigg scored a stunning back heel against MiddlesbroughCredit: RexRigg, 17, scored his first goal of the season for SunderlandCredit: RexSunderland ace Rigg was compared to Real Madrid superstar Kylian MbappeCredit: RexThe midfielder won over the Black Cats’ faithful in the 24th minute when he scored his first goal of the season.And the England Under-18 international did it in style with a wonderful back heel.Patrick Roberts tried a left-footed shot from the right flank but his effort was blocked by Middlesbrough defender George Edmundson.Rigg picked up the rebound and dribbled past goalkeeper Seny Dieng before finishing off with a right-footed back heel that set the home crowd alight.Read More on FootballSunderland fans were left in awe as they stormed social media to praise the teenage sensation.Some even claimed that this sort of goal would make global headlines if it was scored by a superstar like Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe.One fan tweeted: “If Mbappe scored that goal, commentators around the globe would be going crazy. Take a bow, Chris Rigg.”Another commented: “Wow Chris Rigg u have rocked my world.”Most read in ChampionshipA third wrote: “Chris Rigg. Remember the name.”This fan said: “Chris Rigg you are ridiculous, 17 years old.”Roy Keane made £800 off Sunderland players but lost dressing room with training ground trick that immediately backfiredThat one stated: “The best player in the Championship is a 17-year-old lol. Chris Rigg is taking this league for a joke.”And that one posted: “How cool a finish was that from Chris Rigg?! What a talent he is. Only 17. Got some future ahead of him.” More

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      How pub row led to Anthony Joshua threatening to ‘smash a f***ing chair’ over Daniel Dubois ahead of Wembley fight

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’S summer of spite toward Daniel Dubois was sparked by a row down the pub.The clean-cut, multimillionaire golden boy – who used to down Mad Dog 2020 alcopops en route to nightclubs as an unknown teen – keeps in touch with his community now by still dipping into the local haunts.Anthony Joshua challenges Daniel Dubois for the IBF heavyweight title at WembleyCredit: GettyThe pair had to be separated by security and promoter Frank Warren during a heated sitdown face-off in JuneCredit: GETTYAn out-of-character AJ threatened to hit Dubois with a chairCredit: GETTYAJ made the menacing threat a week after having to put a young upstart in his place during a trip to one of former boozersCredit: REUTERSThese days the 34-year-old reformed bad-boy bricklayer only does his fighting in the ring and conducts himself like a true ambassador of British sport.But the week before the June 26 launch press conference for Saturday night’s IBF world title war, a local loudmouth tried to take a liberty and the old ‘Femi’ from the Meriden Estate, who once struck fear around North London, was forced into a comeback that Dubois will now face the full force of.We were stunned when during their first media event, Joshua threatened to “smash this f***ing chair” over Dubois’ face, after he felt the 27-year-old disrespected him.But it turned out the uncharacteristic threat of violence was a calculated move from the chess fan, after a row down the boozer brought out the beast.READ MORE ON AJ VS DUBOISIn his funniest and most open chat with the British boxing media, the superstar reminded us that he’s still just the lad next door – who can really swing a bit.Grinning widely, he explained: “I was in the pub the week before. Obviously I’m not around as much, there’s a new generation coming through.“One little kid – well, I’m 35, he’s probably 30-something – thought he could say something.“His mate tried to show him something, and he said: ‘I don’t give a f*** if AJ is here.’ I said: ‘What?! Don’t ever think you can talk like that.’Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAJ vs Dubois: Build up to the big fightANTHONY JOSHUA and Daniel Dubois go head-to-head at Wembley THIS Saturday.Ahead of the all-British heavyweight showdown, here’s all the biggest stories and need-to-know information…“You can’t let anyone think they can speak to you in a certain way.“Because at the pub, there’s other people who are looking at this person talking to me like that.Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois face off one final time before contesting for the World Heavyweight Championship“F*** boxing, you know who I am and you know what I’m about, so don’t ever think you can disrespect me – because it won’t end well for you.”So, we draw a line under that. Then, the week after, Dubois tried to get mouthy!“So, I’m still in the mindset where you don’t let anyone think that they can take an inch.“So, ‘Dan, I’m gonna put a stop to you there, I will smash this f***ing chair across your face, and I’ll ram the f***ing pole down your throat!’“You have to let someone know that you’re not f***ing about, and hopefully that will ripple out to everyone else.“I don’t want any problems, but I’m in an industry where I’m fighting.”I’m not in golf, I’m not playing tennis, I’m in a sport with men with testosterone – gladiators that will take any opportunity to try to belittle you and test your toughness.”It was calculated, it all stemmed from the week before. It wasn’t sporadic.“ I just realised: you can’t let anyone get an upper hand on you.”When SunSport asked if the London 2012 icon stopped the incident escalating to protect a front page scandal, he laughed us off: “Me? Me, leave? No way!“I’d get a call ‘AJ, I had a phone call from The Sun about this thing that happened in the pub.'”Joshua spent time on remand in Reading prison before he turned his life around with a visit to Finchley ABC gym aged 18.He has since barely raised his voice outside the ring, let alone his fists.The emotional breakdown after the second Oleksandr Usyk defeat was a vulnerable human opening up, not lashing out.But under the Hollywood smile and squeaky-clean reputation lies the fearless brawler whose hands still carry the giant callouses earned on cobbles, not canvas.ANTHONY JOSHUA VS DANIEL DUBOIS: All the information you need ahead of huge world title fight at Wembley”I’m a nice person,” he grinned. “But honestly, I’ll switch as well. So, you pick what side of the fence you want to sit on.“Most people are alright with me, but I will definitely go to extremes that I don’t think they’re ready for. “It’s up to them which way they wanna do it.”Earlier in fight week, after the ultra-violent feng shui was shelved, Joshua gave twice-beaten Dubois credit.Big Josh gave his rival a glowing comparison to Frank Bruno, whose tear-soaked 1995 Wembley world title win – at the fourth-time of trying – made him a national treasure.But, when asked for his mirror image from that star-studded heavyweight golden era, he gave himself a far more menacing and dominant force who came within seconds of destroying his own legendary Wembley night in 2017.”If he’s Frank Bruno,” he paused. “I’m Wladimir Klitschko: had a few setbacks, rebuilt, came back stronger, getting better with time, found a new trainer, went through different stages in my career – a learning process – to now being at uni.“That’s what they say about Emmanuel Steward: it was like going to uni. So yeah, I feel like Wladimir Klitschko.”Daniel Dubois will be defending his IBF heavyweight strap against Anthony JoshuaCredit: REUTERSJoshua reckons Dubois will be able to handle the magnitude of the moment at WembleyCredit: GETTYIt sounds like Dubois is in serious need of back-up.But new trainer Don Charles – who got great comebacks out of the psychologically fragile hulk in the most recent wins over Jarrell Miller and Filip Hrgovic – has been missing all week.The Pug Gym trainer is at war with Dubois’ overbearing father – and now official British Boxing Board of Control licensed manager – Stan.Hall-of-Famer promoter Frank Warren is working hard to make sure his 6ft 5in, 17st knockout machine – with the timid demeanour of a polite boy – has proper support for the biggest fight of his life.But AJ is again flowing with compliments as he says his old sparring partner will not crumble under the expectation of 96,000 fans and one pushy parent.”I think he’s gonna be fine,” he said. “Honestly. He’ll be fine. You have no other choice but to rise to the occasion, unfortunately.READ MORE SUN STORIES“You’ve come this far, he’s walked out at Tottenham, he’s walked out in Poland, he’ll walk out in Wembley.“The thing is, once that first bell goes, you’re in the fight, and it doesn’t matter anymore about anything.” More

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      Borussia Dortmund star’s Wag deletes Instagram post after fans spot she was watching WRONG match

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      BORUSSIA DORTMUND ace Yan Couto’s girlfriend was left with egg on her face after an embarrassing gaffe on social media.Couto, 22, played for Dortmund on Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Club Brugge at the Jan Breydel Stadium.Yan Couto’s girlfriend Mariana David had to delete a post from her Instagram storyCredit: Instagram @yan.coutoMariana shared a screenshot from a video game rather than Borussia Dortmund’s win over Club BruggeCredit: Instagram @mariianadavidCouto’s partner Mariana is a dentist, model and content creatorCredit: Instagram @mariianadavidCouto plays for Dortmund on loan from Manchester CityCredit: Instagram @mariianadavidThe right-back’s partner Mariana David didn’t follow him to Belgium and instead sent a message of support.Mariana posted a screenshot that appeared to be from the game on Instagram claiming to be watching her other half in action from afar.She added the following caption: “Even from afar, I’m always keeping my fingers crossed for you.”Couto replied to the model’s story after full-time with a post of his own that read: “I love you.”Read More on FootballHowever, things quickly became awkward for the content creator, who had to delete her story so that it was no longer visible for her 107,000 followers.That is because fans noticed that the snapshot was actually taken from a video game rather than the real match.A YouTuber replayed the game from his console and Mariana had been fooled into reposting it as the actual fixture.Couto’s partner is active on social media and her bio says she is also a dentist.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMariana is also a model, who finished inside the top 10 at the Miss Grand Brazil beauty pageant back in 2020.Couto joined Dortmund on loan from Manchester City this summer following last year’s stint at Girona.Man City vs Arsenal WagsThe full-back came on three minutes before full-time at Brugge and helped BVB win 3-0 in their first Champions League match after last season’s final.Mariana supports Couto during his football matchesCredit: Instagram @mariianadavidMariana has also taken part in beauty pageants in BrazilCredit: Instagram @mariianadavidCouto spent last season on loan with Girona and Mariana supported himCredit: Instagram @mariianadavidCouto responded to Mariana’s awkward post on social mediaCredit: Instagram @mariianadavid More

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      Sky Sports F1 reporter Ted Kravitz swears in live TV gaffe… in same week FIA president tried to crack down on swearing

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      TED KRAVITZ made an unfortunate gaffe as he was heard swearing live on TV… just days after the FIA president ordered drivers to cut back on profanities.Mohammed Ben Sulayem caught the ire of Formula One drivers after complaining about the amount of swearing heard on live broadcasts during races. Ted Kravitz made a gaffe live on TV by swearing after stumbling over his wordsCredit: Sky Sports F1It came as he was doing a report live on air for Ferrari’s upgrades for the Singapore GPCredit: Sky Sports F1Kravitz was heard mumbling ‘f***ing hell, sorry’Credit: Sky Sports F1Kravitz issued a grovelling apology afterwardsCredit: Sky Sports F1He had said: “We have to differentiate between our sport – motorsport – and rap music. We’re not rappers, you know.“They say the F-word how many times per minute? We are not on that. That’s them and we are [us].”Lewis Hamilton claimed there was a “racial element” to the comments, while Max Verstappen blasted, “are we five”, in his own fiery response.However, Sky Sports F1 reporter Kravitz is the next star to be caught out by the new no-swearing rule, after he uncharacteristically stumbled over his words at the Singapore Grand Prix.READ MORE IN F1While appearing live on TV before Free Practice One, Kravitz was doing a report on the upgrades Ferrari had brought to the race.But the fan favourite struggled to get his words out while talking about the Scuderia’s new front wing.He stopped mid-sentence but could then be heard mumbling: “F***ing hell, sorry. Let’s do that again.”Kravitz later issued an apology in light of his earlier X-rated slip of the tongue.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “Apologies from my side… I seek perfection but sometimes I don’t get it. “And if I mess up a first take and then I’m frustrated by myself sometimes there’s a naughty word that comes out.F1 Driver Salaries in 2024: How Much Do They Make? “Obviously that was never meant to be played, that’s our mistake, we’re owning that.”I apologise that take that was not supposed to play, got played out. This happens in television sometimes, so apologies for that, we seek to do better next time.”While the veteran F1 reporter may have not been too impressed by the slip-up, fans saw the funny side.Taking to social media, one fan said: “I just started watching and laughed so hard when I heard him say it.”A second said: “The FIA banning swearing from drivers and then Ted Kravitz having the wrong take aired on Sky of him just swearing is so f***ing funny.”Savage sackings in F1THE world of F1 can be savage, with employees discarded like used tea bags.Danish driver Kevin Magnussen was a rising star of the McLaren team when he made his debut in 2014 alongside Jensen Button.But when he finished the season trailing in eleventh place, he was swiftly replaced by two-time World Champion Fernando Alonso.Instead of breaking the bad news to him in a face-to-face meeting, boss Ron Dennis got his assistant to send Magnussen a short and impersonal email.Worst still, the curt message landed in Kevin’s inbox on his 23rd birthday.Read more tales of F1’s brutal world including one boss who was labelled an ‘executioner’ and a driver dumped by a brisk TEXT.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season so far:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Sergio PerezFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and TBCAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and TBCHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban OconAnother said: “Can’t believe they played one of @tedkravitz outtakes on the Ferrari front wing.”A fourth added: “A Ted Whoops… love it! So natural!”A fifth said: “Come on then @Ben_Sulayem & the @fia, you gonna summon @tedkravitz as well? What a world we live in when adults get told off for swearing.”Another said: “That bit with Ted Kravitz in the build-up to FP1 on Sky just proves we’re all human and that even the best reporters make mistakes.”All forgiven Ted, one of the best and most legendary reporters in F1 history.”READ MORE SUN STORIESKravitz, 50, has worked on Sky Sports coverage of F1 since 2012.He previously worked for BBC and ITV when they broadcast the motorsport.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More

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      Boxing fans spot Daniel Dubois’ funny social media gaffe as they compare it to ex-Premier League star’s iconic tweet

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      BOXING fans spotted Daniel Dubois’ funny social media gaffe – and it immediately drew comparisons to an ex-Premier League star’s iconic tweet.Dubois traded verbal jabs with Anthony Joshua at a press conference just days before their world title fight. Boxing fans spotted Daniel Dubois’ funny social media gaffeAnd he was quick to let fans know the talking is all done now – although that message may not have actually come from him. Dubois posted a picture of himself with the caption: “Here’s a strong and engaging caption for the final press conference post: “The final press conference is done – the talking stops here. Now, it’s time to let the fists do the talking. I’m ready for this fight. Let’s go.” It appears Dubois accidentally forgot to delete the suggestion – but fans were left hailing him despite the blunder.READ MORE IN BOXINGOne said: “I think Daniel is secretly a stand up comedian and he’s got us all on toast!”Another added: “This could be an accident or it could be deliberate: either way it is very, very funny.” One said: “I now like him more.” ANTHONY JOSHUA VS DANIEL DUBOIS: All the information you need ahead of huge world title fight at WembleyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother referenced Victor Anichebe’s infamous 2016 tweet. Most read in BoxingThe former Sunderland striker posted online: “Can you tweet something like: ‘Unbelievable support yesterday and great effort by the lads! Hard result to take! But we go again!'”Dubois also had those in attendance at the press conference in laughter after an awkward exchange with Joshua. Both were probed on their heated clash two months ago when AJ threatened to wrap a chair around Dubois’ face. Joshua, 34, explained: “He said, ‘Let’s go now.’ I clicked for a minute, I said, ‘What does he mean by that?’ “And then he repeated it again. And I just feel like anyone in here…” Dubois, 27, interrupted and said: “It’s boxing. This is what happens this is boxing. These things happen so we’re fighting Saturday. Let’s go.” Joshua, drawing a laugh from the crowd, continued: “So as I was saying.Joshua vs Dubois fight predictions THIS weekend Wembley will witness one of the biggest all-British fights of all-time.But who will emerge victorious under the famous arch? Some of the biggest names in boxing have been having their say…Oleksandr Usyk: “My favourite is Anthony Joshua but I am very bad at predictions. But I will predict Anthony Joshua.”Dillian Whyte: “I just think that it’s one of those fights where it is a genuine 50/50 fight in my opinion.”Joe Joyce: “I was initially edging with Joshua but I don’t know, Dubois is coming on.”Frazer Clarke: “As heavy-handed as Dubois is and as good a fighter as he’s becoming, I still have to go for Joshua.”Francis Ngannou: “Even though Joshua lost against Usyk twice and Dubois fought Usyk and almost knocked him down and almost won, I would still give this to Joshua.”Click here for more fight predictions for Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois”At the press conference you should never let anyone take an inch because they’ll end up taking a mile. Know what I mean, Dan?” A confused Dubois replied: “Sorry?”Further tension was caused when the infamous sparring session between the pair was brought up.AJ has been forced to deny he was floored by Dubois many years ago but conceded he was shaken by a left hook.Joshua said: “He cracked me with a great shot and it’s my chance to get him back on Saturday.”I’m looking forward to it. We sparred hundreds of rounds, innit?”Dubois said: “It’s sparring. Now we’re fighting, it’s different. Move on now. We can move on now. Move on.”SunSport’s Colin Hart revealed today that AJ WAS knocked out by Dubois.The defending champion has been without head trainer Don Charles, leading to rumours they have sensationally split just days before the bout.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Dubois and his camp insist Charles is actually ill with the flu and is expected to be in the corner come fight night.Dubois said: “Everything’s good. As long as he’s in my corner on fight night. Everything’s gone well, training camp’s gone brilliant. Let’s go.”AJ vs Dubois: Build up to the big fightANTHONY JOSHUA and Daniel Dubois go head-to-head at Wembley THIS Saturday.Ahead of the all-British heavyweight showdown, here’s all the biggest stories and need-to-know information… More

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      ‘Woj’ Leaves ESPN, and a Changed Sports Media, to Join St. Bonaventure

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      At ESPN, Adrian Wojnarowski leveraged social media to get the news out quicker. That skill made him rich and famous. He will manage the basketball team at St. Bonaventure University.For years, the sportswriter Adrian Wojnarowski used his sources and his hustle to repeatedly beat the competition on basketball stories big and small. But his drive and deft use of social media also helped change the entire sports journalism landscape.Wojnarowski, who announced Wednesday that he was retiring from ESPN to become general manager of the basketball team at St. Bonaventure University, his alma mater, developed a well-earned reputation for getting professional basketball news first, and then rapidly getting it out to the public, often via a post on X, formerly known as Twitter.When he was first, which was often, and the news was big, it was dubbed a “Woj Bomb.” Other reporters scrambled to confirm the news, then sent out tweets of their own, but crucially only after Wojnarowski’s. Even if he was only 30 seconds faster than the competition, Wojnarowski had his scoop. And because the social media algorithms often prioritize being first, the speed could gain him tens of thousands of extra clicks.The medium was a big part of the message for Wojnarowski. Rather than following the old media model — interacting with an editor, polishing the prose and waiting for publication — Wojnarowski went straight to social media, even if it was just with a sentence reporting that a trade had occurred or that a free agent had signed a contract, to own a story.It made him a star and it made him rich. ESPN paid him millions of dollars.“Scoops are not a new thing,” said Laith Zuraikat, an assistant professor of radio, TV and film at Hofstra University. “But what he did so effectively was take a lot of that traditional journalistic insider work and transition and use Twitter. I’m sure others thought of it, but nobody did it as well as he did. He was the guy.”Far from being an anomaly, Wojnarowski, first at Yahoo and then at ESPN, became a model for many other reporters who embraced his style. ESPN emphasized other accomplished journalists, like Jeff Passan on baseball, Adam Schefter on the N.F.L. and Pete Thamel on college sports, who focused on breaking news that would then drive hours or even days of coverage on the company’s various shows. Other media companies tried to match that lineup with scoop-breakers of their own who could race to share their knowledge on social media.We are having trouble retrieving the article content.Please enable JavaScript in your browser settings.Thank you for your patience while we verify access. If you are in Reader mode please exit and log into your Times account, or subscribe for all of The Times.Thank you for your patience while we verify access.Already a subscriber? Log in.Want all of The Times? Subscribe. More