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    F1 superfan Amanda Borges da Silva found dead at Tokyo hotel after horror blaze just hours before her flight home

    A FORMULA 1 fan was found dead at her hotel in Tokyo – tragically just hours before she was due to fly back home.Amanda Borges da Silva, 30, who had travelled from Brazil to Japan to watch the Grand Prix was found dead after a fire was extinguished at the building.Amanda Borges da Silva was travelling to Japan to watch the Grand PrixCredit: NewsflashShe was tragically found dead in her hotelA man has been arrested in connection with the fire in Amanda’s buildingHer friends paid tribute to the Formula One fanCredit: NewsflashHer friend James Fernandes told Brazilian media that she was about to fly back from Japan to Brazil on Thursday.He said: “She was located near Narita airport in Tokyo, it was in the early hours of yesterday morning. Her flight was on Thursday. She had been out of Brazil since March.”Amanda, a researcher and avid Formula One fan, had travelled to Japan to watch the GP on April 6 – won by Max Verstappen.Japanese media reported that she had been in a building that had caught fire and that authorities have arrested a Sri Lankan man who is thought to have left the premises without extinguishing the fire.Read more on F1The cause of her death remains unclear.Amanda reportedly lived in Sao Paulo and had a Bachelor’s degree in literature, along with a Master’s degree in linguistics.She shared her love for Formula One with her followers on social media. Following news of her death, one of her followers wrote: “Thank you for all the reels, memes and all the chats, especially those about Formula One, that we talked about. Most read in Motorsport”I promise to never forget you, my dear friend. Watch over us from wherever you are.”Her family have reportedly asked the Brazilian authorities for assistance in repatriating her body.It comes after Max Verstappen became the first driver in history to win four straight races at Suzuka.The Red Bull superstar beat McLaren pair Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, who finished second and third, respectively.Meanwhile, at the Formula One Miami Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton has refused to apologise to his Ferrari bosses after his heated outburst on the team radio.The 40-year-old lost his cool after being told to hold position behind Charles Leclerc despite running on the quicker medium compound tyre as he wanted to catch Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli.He blasted down the team radio to engineer Riccardo Adami: “You want me to sit here the whole race?” with Adami then replying: “I’ll come back to you. Wanna keep the DRS to Charles.”Hamilton added: “This is not good team work, that’s all I’m going to say…”In China I got out of the way when you were on a different strategy… Have a tea break while you’re at it! Come on.”It is unclear if she died of smoke inhalation or was burned to deathCredit: NewsflashAmanda would often share her love of F1 with her social media followersCredit: NewsflashHer death is being investigatedCredit: Newsflash More

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    Chelsea star called out for ‘dressing like a janitor’ at glitzy awards bash as fans joke ‘club don’t pay him enough’

    CHELSEA star Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall caused confusion among fans for his outfit of choice at the club’s glitzy end of season awards.After beating champions Liverpool 3-1 at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon, Chelsea hosted their club awards at London’s Grosvenor House in the evening.Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall stunned fans with his more low-key look at the Chelsea End of Season awardsCredit: ChelseaThe likes of Cole Palmer turned up in blazers and shirtsCredit: GettyDewsbury-Hall has operated as a squad player for Chelsea this seasonCredit: RexMoises Caicedo won the Men’s Players’ Player and Player of the Season awardsCredit: GettyTyrique George won the Men’s Academy Player of the Season awardCredit: GettyThe awards for the Men’s, Women’s and Academy teams saw many stars turn on the glam as they arrived in sharp looking suits and dresses.Moises Caicedo picked up both the Men’s Players’ Player of the Season and Men’s Player of the Season award, while Tyrique George won the Men’s Academy Player of the Season gong.The midfielder was seen in a snazzy blazer and white shirt combo while exciting forward George sported black on black with a suit and blazer duo.Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho, Enzo Fernandez, Reece James, Marc Cucurella and Trevoh Chalobah were among the numerous others who wore blazers and shirts to the event, with some adding ties and bow-ties as well.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Dewsbury-Hall, who joined the Blues last summer for £30million from Leicester after the arrival of former Foxes boss Enzo Maresca, appeared to be the exception as he stunned fans with his more low-key look on the blue carpet.The 26-year-old was seen wearing a dark blue buttoned up shirt with a white top underneath which he paired with matching dark blue trousers and a pair of black shoes with a white sole.Reacting on social media, one fan took a screenshot of a Chelsea social media post on Instagram and simply posted: “??” with it.A second said: “Man thought they were going to grab a beer.”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgeA third added: “Bro is the janitor.”A fourth said: “Tried to be cute with the blue but it’s the WRONG shade.”Chelsea to build 1,400 luxury football-themed £1m apartments in Dubai’s beachfront with a branded pitch on the ROOFA fifth wrote: “Literally me when my parents force me to go a family event.”Another replied with a pair of crying emojis before they said: “You guys are hurting him.”A seventh added: “Well this fit is better than most of the suits some wore just that this is a bad picture.”Another fan commented: “He didn’t have a suit,” to which another replied: “Chels don’t pay him enough.”Chelsea End of Season award winners in fullChelsea celebrated their End of Season awards at London’s Grosvenor House on Sunday. Here are the full winners from the Men’s, Women’s and Academy teams:Men’s Player of the Season – Moises CaicedoWomen’s Player of the Season – Erin CuthbertMen’s Players’ Player of the Season – Moises CaicedoWomen’s Players’ Player of the Season – Nathalie BjornMen’s Academy Player of the Season – Tyrique GeorgeWomen’s Academy Player of the Season – Lola BrownPFA Community Champions – Millie Bright and Marcus BettinelliDewsbury-Hall signed a six-year deal when joining the Blues last summer and earns a tidy £80,000 a week, although this is in the middle range of the club’s wage structure under Todd Boehly’s ownership.The top earner at the club currently is James, who sits on £250,000, which was one of the first new contracts handed out under the BlueCo regime to a player not signed that summer.Dewsbury-Hall has been limited to just 12 Premier League appearances this season, although more than half of his minutes have come from 11 games in the Europa Conference League.He is yet to miss a start in the competition, scoring three goals -including a last-16 second leg winner over Copenhagen – and adding two assists.Read More on The SunA 4-1 win over Swedish side Djurgarden in the semi-final first leg put Chelsea on course to reach the final of the competition in Wroclaw, Poland, on May 28 where they will play one of Real Betis or Fiorentina.Win a trip to the UEFA Conference League Final in Wroclaw with Hankook More

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    ‘Like pineapple on pizza’, moan Ferrari fans as Lewis Hamilton ditches red to debut ‘wrong’ new look for F1 Miami GP

    FERRARI will ditch their iconic red racing suits for this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix – and fans are absolutely FUMING.Scuderia drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will wear blue and white for a one-off design at the Miami International Autodrome.Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will sport blue suits designed for the team’s brand partner HPF1-75 car will also get a blue and white refresh, with new details on the wingsBut the Prancing Horse are gearing up to debut a new look in the paddock in Florida on Friday, courtesy of their sponsors HP. The red livery won’t be gone forever though with the change just a one-off in celebration of the milestone.Ferrari inked a deal with software company HP a year ago and the blue colours are set to honour the anniversary of that partnership.Fans got a first glimpse of Hamilton and Leclerc suiting up in white and blue for the first American race of the season. READ MORE F1 NEWSThe F1-75 will remain predominantly red, but will feature white and blue accents on the read and front wings, as well as on the wheels. And fans have been left raging with the bold move.One comment on Ferrari’s social media post said: “This is the equivalent of putting pineapple on a pizza.”CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA second wrote: “Ferrari is morphing into Williams right before our eyes. This just needs to stop!”Most read in MotorsportA third said: “This could be the worst livery ever created”, before another added: “We are red. Not blue! 😡” Lewis Hamilton hailed for ‘masterclass’ sprint victory before Ferrari star immediately takes aim at ‘yapping’ criticsMotorheads are fearing the worst after pointing out that the SF-24 went blue in Miami last season too.It was also described as a “one-off” in Florida last year, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Ferrari making their mark in North America.Leclerc and then-team-mate Carlos Sainz wore light blue racing suits to nod to the Azzuro La Plata worn by Ferrari legend Alberto Ascari. Scuderia’s first F1 world champion wore blue as he claimed the titles in 1952 and 1953.While other team drivers including, John Surtees, Chris Amon, Lorenzo Bandini and Ludovico Scarfiotti did the same in the 1960s.Meanwhile, Hamilton and Leclerc will hope the change in colour palette gets the Ferrari back on the podium.The Frenchman finished third in Saudi Arabia a fortnight ago, whle Hamilton has only placed as high as fifth after a troubling start to the season at his new team. Read More on The SunFerrari aren’t the only team to change their colours ahead of the big sprint weekend in Miami.Racing Bulls unveiled an all-pink affair during a party in Miami Beach on Wednesday evening. More

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    ‘Holiday season has started’ – Glam footballer Madelene Wright sends fans wild in bikini as she sprawls on the rocks

    MADELENE WRIGHT has sent fans wild after posing in a bikini while on holiday.The glamorous footballer has built an enormous fan base on social media with her racy content.Madelene Wright showed off her figure in new pictures on social mediaCredit: InstagramShe posed in a bikini while lying down on the rocksCredit: InstagramWright, 26, has done it again as she shared two bikini pictures on her Instagram account.The snaps show her sprawling on the rocks while wearing a salmon coloured bikini.She completed her outfit with a matching shell necklace and anklet.She wrote: “Holiday season has just started.”READ MORE ON SPORTHer 325k followers loved the snaps as they flocked to the comment section.One posted: “Oh my god, so beautiful.”A second wrote: “Just amazing Maddie.”A third commented: “Amazing as always Maddie.”Most read in FootballA fourth said: “Gorgeous.”Another added: “A beautiful view.”Glam footballer Madelene Wright shows off her new glasses with smouldering video before sharing cheeky bum pic She broke the hearts of Leyton Orient fans last year when she announced she was leaving the club after less than a year in E10.And she now lines up for FA Women’s National League side Chesham United.Madelene used to be on books at Charlton Athletic before she was sacked in 2021.Her axing came after footage was uploaded to Snapchat of her swigging champagne while driving and inhaling a balloon at a party.Alongside her globetrotting lifestyle and her time on the football pitch, Madelene works as an OnlyFans model.She has previously boasted that her side hustle earns her a whopping £500,000 per year and helps fund her lifestyle away from the beautiful game.Inside Madelene’s glamorous life as influencer, footballer and OnlyFans star…Wright lives a glamorous lifestyleShe often wows her fans with raunchy picturesCredit: InstagramMadelene has over 300k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @madelene_wrightThe football also has an OnlyFans accountCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wrightShe claimed to have made over £500,000 from the platformCredit: Instagram @madelene_wrightThe footballer has recently signed for Leyton OrientCredit: Instagram/@madelene_wrightShe has continued her OnlyFansCredit: twitter @MaddieMadeleneShe often dresses in revealing outfitsCredit: InstagramMadelene used to play for CharltonCredit: Instagram @Madelene_Wright More

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    Inside raucous Liverpool dressing room as Trent Alexander-Arnold leads celebrations and Darwin Nunez smokes a cigar

    LIVERPOOL wrapped up their second Premier League title on Sunday and their celebrations matched the achievement.The Reds’ title was their 20th in the English top-flight and levels the club with rivals Manchester United.Trent Alexander-Arnold led celebrations in Liverpool’s dressing roomCredit: InstagramThe team danced along to Freed From DesireCredit: InstagramVirgil van Dijk danced along with TrentCredit: InstagramDarwin Nunez treated himself to a cigar after claiming the titleCredit: InstagramLiverpool romped to the trophy in Arne Slot’s debut campaign as manager, since replacing Jurgen Klopp.The Merseyside-based club claimed the title with a 5-1 win over Tottenham at Anfield.Players and fans alike broke out in wild celebrations following the final whistle of the match.Liverpool stars continued their wild jubilation into the dressing room while wearing special “Champions” shirts.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLTrent Alexander-Arnold led dances as the players sang along to the 1997 classic Freed From Desire by Gala.The defender filmed himself singing along and dancing with his team-mates.He shared the clip on his X account for his 2.7million followers.Darwin Nunez also took to social media as he posted a selfie of himself with a cigar and a bottle of non-alcoholic beer.Most read in FootballCheeky Mo Salah reveals Liverpool’s Premier League title felt way better without Klopp, Mane and FirminoHe captioned the picture: “Premier League champion, let them tell it however they want.”Former Fulham ace Harvey Elliot was also involved as he shared a selfie with Tyler Morton and Caoimhin Kelleher.JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSLuis Diaz shared his own picture on social mediaCredit: InstagramCurtis Jones and Cody Gakpo continued their celebrationsCredit: InstagramHarvey Elliott was joined by Tyler Morton and Caoimhin KelleherCredit: InstagramHe added the caption: “Let’s goooooooooo.”Luis Diaz also shared a selfie as he took a seat in the dressing room.Cody Gakpo and Curtis Jones continued their celebrations as the forward was hailed by the midfielder as “My brother”.There were plenty of brilliant moments during the pitch celebrations.Slot was sprayed with champagne by Cody Gakpo as he tried to address the crowd.The Dutchman also led a song paying tribute to his predecessor Klopp.Slot later confirmed that he will be celebrating with a few glasses of beer.He said: “The only moment I was emotional today was when we arrived at the stadium.”You could see what it meant for the people. Everyone inside the bus felt a responsibility.”It was impossible for us to lose this game of football.Read More on The Sun”I will probably celebrate with a glass of beer or two, or three.”While Mohamed Salah took a selfie in front of the stands with the supporters in the background.Mohamed Salah took a selfie in front of the Liverpool fansCredit: InstagramArne Slot was covered in champagneCredit: AFPThe league title was the 20th in Liverpool’s historyCredit: EPAPlayers also celebrated with fans on the pitchCredit: EPA More

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    Police forced to intervene as Leicester fans fight EACH OTHER during hammering at Wolves

    POLICE were forced to intervene after Leicester fans started fighting each other.The supporters scrapped among themselves during the club’s defeat to Wolves on Saturday.Fighting broke out among the Leicester City fans on SaturdayCredit: xVideos of the incident were captured from the home crowdCredit: xVideo of the fighting in the away end at Molineux has emerged on social media.Fans can be seen pushing and shoving each other while being jeered on by the home crowd.Police are visibly trying to deal with the situation as the match continued on the pitch.SunSport has contacted West Midlands Police for comment.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLWhile there was misery in the stands, Leicester’s pain on the pitch also continued against Wolves.The West Midlands side ran out 3-0 winners with Matheus Cunha opening the scoring.The game was wrapped up in the second half with Jorgen Strand Larsen and Rodrigo Gomes netting.At 2-0, club legend Jamie Vardy had an opportunity to put some smiles on the supporters but saw his penalty saved by Jose Sa.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe Foxes went into the match already relegated from the Premier League after just one season back in the top-flight.Manager Ruud van Nistelrooy insisted that his side lacked intensity against the hosts. Jamie Vardy reveals best XI he’s played with at Leicester with huge snub to England stars and entire current squadWolves won the match 3-0 to compound the Foxes’ miseryCredit: AlamyJamie Vardy saw a penalty saved by Jose SaCredit: GettyHe said: “In the first half, there wasn’t enough intensity on the pitch.”Off the ball, we weren’t aggressive enough in the duels.”We lost too many easy ball possessions, which caused a lot of transitions that didn’t have anything to do with talent.”It’s mindset and willingness to do things with the highest intensity and the highest motivation to be playing well and winning duels.”That was disappointing, and I didn’t expect that.”Wolves were clinical, but I think we weren’t good enough at the basics of the game.”That has to do with the intensity and aggressiveness in your duels, focusing on the easy pass and not losing the ball. For me, that was the disappointing bit.”The inconsistency is then a worry because we have to be able to expect the things that don’t require talent, they have to always be there and it’s still, in that matter, too inconsistent. It’s a worry.”Meanwhile, Vardy has announced he will be leaving Leicester at the end of the season.Read More on The SunHe has been tipped with a move to Wrexham following their promotion to the Championship.The veteran striker also revealed his all-time team-mates XI but snubbed all of the current squad. More

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    ‘Kinda weird’ – Unusual reason why Cole Palmer was spotted running out of Stamford Bridge emerges

    CHELSEA star Cole Palmer left fans stunned when he was spotted running out of Stamford Bridge after Saturday’s match with Everton.The Blues’ supporters couldn’t believe the sight of Palmer, 22, – wearing a black hoodie with one phone on his ear and another in his hand – jogging away from the stadium in front of the crowd.Chelsea star Cole Palmer left fans stunned when he was spotted running outside Stamford BridgePalmer was running to collect a pair of boots at a petrol stationPalmer disappointed for Chelsea against EvertonA clip showing the bizarre incident made the rounds on social media and fans tried to understand what was going on.And it turns out the England international was in a hurry to meet a fixer to collect a pair of Prada shoes at a petrol station.A TikTok account from the delivery man posted a video of Palmer receiving the expensive footwear.In a video they explained the long journey to make the delivery: “I got a message late last night when I was in the Middle East. Read More on Chelsea”Touchdown in London this morning, had to sort everything out super last minute.”Caught a little bit of the game on TV. Listen, if you know how we do things here, we always deliver. Checking the pair out and making sure everything is all good.”He got absolutely swarmed by fans driving out the game. Here he is signing his match top for me, always super easy to deal with – and yeah guys, as always, sorted!”The news of what Palmer was up to has led to a mixed reaction from the Chelsea faithful.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSOne fan tweeted: “Kinda weird that on a huge matchday Cole is thinking about shoes and not 3 points. Still love him but like.”Another commented: “Wait, what?”Fans beg Cole Palmer ‘never change’ as footage of Chelsea star asking waiter bizarre question emerges A third wrote: “First case where a footballer legitimately got a call and was in a hurry, and not just avoiding the fans?”This fan said: “What a lad.”And that one posted: “Just Palmer things.”Chelsea managed to pick up an important 1-0 win over Everton but Palmer continued his rotten run of form, earning the WORST rating in SunSport’s player ratings for the game.Nicolas Jackson’s strike was enough to earn the West Londoners the three points, but the forward put in a particularly poor display by his usually lofty standards.Another blank means the ex-Manchester City ace has now failed to score in his last 17 games.Chelsea player ratings vs EvertonBy Lloyd CanfieldENZO MARESCA watched on from the stands as Chelsea stole a 1-0 win at home to Everton. The game was shocked into life after 26 minutes when good pressure from the home side saw Nicolas Jackson take the ball on the turn and rifle it into the back of Jordan Pickford’s net, his first goal since returning from injury. It was by no means easy after they grabbed the opener though, as the Blues dominated possession but failed to add more goals to their tally.So who was to blame for another lethargic display? Did Cole Palmer finally show signs of improvement?Check out our Chelsea player ratings. More

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    Cole Palmer spotted running away from Stamford Bridge as baffled Chelsea fans ask ‘where is he going?’

    CHELSEA fans were left baffled after they spotted Cole Palmer running away from Stamford Bridge.A video shared on social media showed the Blues star wearing a hoodie and shorts running through a crowd of fans while holding a phone to his ear and another in his hand.Cole Palmer was seen running away from Stamford Bridge in a social media video released todayCredit: XPalmer was seen wearing a black hoodie while holding a phone in each handCredit: XFans chased after the Chelsea star outside of the BridgeCredit: XIt is not clear when the video was takenCredit: XFans were seen running after Palmer in the bizarre clip.The 22-year-old starred during today’s 1-0 win over Everton at Stamford Bridge.However, it is unclear when the video was taken.Regardless, fans were left baffled by his appearance in the video by the club stadium.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReacting on social media, one fan said: “What’s going on?”A second said: “New meme template dropped.”A third added: “Lmao! The team bus left him behind.”Another said: “What’s he doing?”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgePalmer continued his rotten run of form on the pitch against the Toffees, earning the WORST Chelsea rating in SunSport’s player ratings for the game.Nicolas Jackson’s strike was enough to earn Chelsea the three points, but Palmer put in a particularly poor display by his usually lofty standards.’Reminded me of Gerrard at Liverpool’ – Cole Palmer told he needs to LEAVE Chelsea and has outgrown the club alreadyAnother blank today means Palmer has now failed to score in his last 17 games, while Jackson’s goal ended his 13-game streak.Manager Enzo Maresca had said before the match that the England international’s problem was “mental” and not tactical.He said: “For sure it’s a mental thing, it’s not tactical or technical.”Cole is still the player who scored 14 goals in 20 games. The style is the same, the manager is the same, the club is the same. Nothing has changed around Cole. It’s just mentally in this moment.“You can see he’s a little bit worried because he wants to help the team. You can see he’s struggling a bit on that. “But he showed how happy he was after Fulham. It’s just a matter [of whether] we can win games. For sure he’s going to score goals.Read More on The Sun“If you go back game by game, he had at least every game one or two chances, so it’s not about how the team is playing.”The early kick-off win had moved the club up to fourth in the Premier League, although a 3-0 win for Newcastle over Ipswich later on saw them dropped back down to fifth.Cole Palmer’s goalless run is now up to 17 gamesCredit: Rex More