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      ‘I wake up every day with a smile’ – Antony swipes at Man Utd and admits it is ‘easier’ to play with new Betis team-mate

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      ANTONY aimed a dig at Manchester United as he spoke of his joy at playing for Real Betis.The winger joined the LaLiga side on loan last month and has hit the ground running.Antony is loving life at Real BetisCredit: RexAntony has scored three goals in his first four games, producing one assist, showing why United were so desperate to sign him for £85million in 2022.He has looked revitalised and puts it down to being happy, suggesting he feels more calm and at ease at Betis.Antony told AS: “I’ve had a great time in Manchester too, I won two titles and I’m very grateful. “But when I say that I’ve found myself here, I’m happy, the people are like us in Brazil. The sun helps a lot. READ MORE ON MAN UTD“I’m very happy here. I wake up every day with a smile and that’s very important.“I have a lot of friends who played here and they left me very calm so that I could sign here. I was sure in my heart that coming here was the best decision for me. I hope to continue like this.”Antony has adjusted quickly to his new team and he puts it down to the skill of his team-mates.He highlighted former Real Madrid star Isco as a big influence, as well as ex-Tottenham midfielder Giovani Lo Celso.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe added: “Isco is a great player, he has a lot of experience, he is a star and we all know it. He tells me that he is very happy for me.“Having him by my side is easier, you get along very well with him. With Lo Celso too. And with other team-mates, too.”Antony leaves Man Utd with more yellow cards than goals as £86m Ten Hag flop goes down as one of worst transfers ever More

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      ‘He’s about to get fined’ – Gordon Ramsay has his mic muted after making X-rated outburst at F1 75 Live launch event

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      GORDON RAMSAY was hilariously CENSORED at the F1 75 launch event as he gave his thoughts on the FIA’s controversial crackdown on swearing.The celebrity, well-known for his potty mouth, is also a huge Formula One fan and is often seen in attendance at races.Gordon Ramsay was muted as he swore when discussing the FIA’s new rulesCredit: TwitterNew rules championed by FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem will see drivers hit with heavy fines for foul languageCredit: GettyAnd Ramsay, 58, was a special guest during the new F1’s season’s special launch event at the O2 Arena in London, which paid homage to the motorsport’s milestone 75th anniversary.The night saw the liveries of the ten teams revealed, also giving fans a chance to see the drivers in their new racesuits including Lewis Hamilton, who was in Ferrari colours for the first time.One of the big talking points ahead of the new F1 season is a further crackdown on swearing by the FIA, the sport’s governing body.Asked for his opinion on the rules by comedian-turned-presenter Jack Whitehall, Ramsay said: “Come on Jack you’re going to get me into trouble.READ MORE IN F1″I think it’s an industry language, the fact that these athletes are pushing themselves to the extreme and sometimes it comes out, let them be real. Let it go.”They’re risking their life everytime, they’re travelling at over 200mph so if the s*** hits the fan.”But Ramsay’s microphone was cut-out as soon as he began to say the word “s***”.Whitehall joked: “Gordon please. You’re not getting invited back next year.”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe incident was clearly pre-planned but fans loved it on social media.One fan said: “Gordon Ramsay about to get fined.”Lewis Hamilton and Charles LeClerc arrive on red carpet at F1 02 car launch in styleAnother said: “Gordon Ramsay about to get fined.”While a third said: “Just when I couldn’t love Gordon Ramsay anymore. He absolutely cooked.”The perceived over-policing of the rules last season led to clashes between F1 drivers, including Max Verstappen, and the FIA after drivers were fined for swearing during media activities.However, new rules announced in January are set to see an even heavier punishments.A continued offence for swearing could see drivers hit with a €120,000 (£101.5k) fine, a one-month ban and an unspecified number of championship points.The first such case under these rules happened last weekend when World Rally Car driver Adrien Fourmaux was fined €10,000 (£8,300) for using inappropriate language during a live post-stage interview.READ MORE SUN STORIESThis included an additional suspended fine of €20,000 (£16,600).During a press conference at the launch event, Verstappen was asked about the new rules, to which he went full Jose Mourinho by saying he prefers not to speak. More

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      I’m one sentence away from ending my career at all times – it’s car crash TV and I’m terrified, admits F1 legend

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      FORMULA 1 legend Martin Brundle has branded his famous grid walk interviews “car crash TV” and admits he’s walking a career tightrope.The racing driver-turned-broadcaster, 65, prowls the racing grids in the moments before each race looking for superstar VIPs to interview.Martin Brundle pictured at F1 75 Live in LondonCredit: GettyMartin had a tough time getting answers from Cara Delevingne at SilverstoneCredit: Sky Sports F1Over the years, many have gone viral – from Ozzy Osbourne rambling at him incoherently to a very awkward exchange with Machine Gun Kelly about his music career.Sometimes celebs refuse to engage altogether like when Cara Delevingne controversially shunned him at the 2023 British GP, and he’s even been bundled from the race track by security.The chaotic, unscripted nature of his interviews has left him terrified it could all come crashing down on him live on air.In an exclusive interview with The Sun at F1 75 Live at London’s O2 Arena, he said: “I’m one sentence away from the end of my career at all times, or being cancelled.READ MORE ON MARTIN BRUNDLE”I’m terrified of the whole thing, because it’s live and it’s just pure car crash television. “Machine Gun Kelly, Megan Thee Stallion, I don’t know, getting knocked about by security guards. They’re the ones that people like.”And then I meet some really lovely, fascinating, world-class people, politicians and royalty and movie stars, and I’m very privileged with the people I meet on the grid.”Often celebrity guests admit to knowing nothing about the sport, something that drives die-hard fans who could only dream of being amongst the drivers on race day up the wall.Most read in Motorsport”I understand that,” said Brundle. “Because we watch Formula 1 year in, year out, racing ourselves, and they’re on the grid and they actually don’t know anything about it, and quite clearly don’t really want to be there.”They’re just selling a movie or something. I get that, but for Formula 1, they are A-listers.” ‘I’m in charge round here’ – F1 reporter Martin Brundle brushes off security to get to Mbappe for live TV interviewThe racing veteran, who spent 12 years as an F1 driver from 1984 to 1996, said that there are occasions when many lucky enough to be on the guest list don’t even turn up, with the new Las Vegas track a particular victim of no shows. He said: “I get a list through on it, race morning, with 70 people on it. Half of them don’t turn up, but you get through and you’re like, ‘I’ve not heard of many of those’. Oh, 65 million followers on Instagram. Oh, 140 million followers on Instagram.”How did I not hear of these people? Clearly somebody has. I think it’s all part of the incoming tide, all the boats float higher. That’s part of why something like this works today, and it hasn’t happened in the past.”Last night’s celebration of the sport’s 75th anniversary saw all 10 F1 teams unveil their 2025 liveries ahead of the new season.A spectacular production gave each team their moment in the spotlight to show off their driver partnerships and new look cars.Host Jack Whitehall brought the laughs, while the likes of Machine Gun Kelly, Kane Brown and Take That provided music.He met his match when he tried interviewing Megan Thee StallionCredit: Sky SportOzzy Osbourne made little sense when Martin interview him in 2003Credit: ITVThe most anticipated moment of the night was the chance to see Lewis Hamilton in Ferrari red for the first time.He certainly looked the part and Martin believes the move from Mercedes will reinvigorate the seven-time world champion.He said: “I think Lewis will be energised completely. He’s faster. Think back to Silverstone last year, think back to Las Vegas last year.”Lewis was fast as, and I think he’ll want to show everybody he’s made yet another good decision. “He’s got his hands full because Charles Leclerc is very fast. All the youngsters there, they’re barely half his age, some of them, and they’re fast and they’re fearless.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think he’s got a lot of hard work ahead, but I would never write Lewis out of my mind.”Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton will be re-energised this year, according to MartinCredit: PA More

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      Max Verstappen goes full Jose Mourinho in controversial press conference just weeks before start of new F1 season

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN channelled his inner Jose Mourinho during his press conference last night.The reigning world champion was appearing at Formula 1’s 2025 season launch event at the 02 Arena.Max Verstappen appeared at a press conference at the 02 ArenaCredit: GettyVerstappen, 27, was at Formula 1’s season launch eventCredit: GettyDuring his presser, Verstappen was quizzed about the FIA’s controversial new swearing rules.As part of its International Sporting Code, motorsport’s governing body has outlawed “any words, deeds, or writing that have caused moral injury or loss to the FIA, its bodies, its members or its executive officers, and more generally interest of motorsport on the values defender by the FIA.”Drivers will be slapped with a €10,000 (£7,900) fine for a first offence.A second penalty will be met with a $20,000 (£15,800) fine and a one-month suspended ban.READ MORE IN SPORTIf they breach rules for a third time, they will receive a one-month suspension, $30,000 (£23,700) fine AND a championship points deduction.Last year, Verstappen was made to complete community service in Rwanda after swearing in his Singapore Grand Prix press conference.Asked about the new rules on swearing last night, he said: “I prefer not to speak about that. Otherwise I’ll get in trouble.”The moment was reminiscent of Mourinho’s famous “if I speak I’m in big trouble” post-match interview.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMourinho delivered his famous line after a defeat to Aston VillaHe said the famous line after a 1-0 Chelsea defeat to Aston Villa in March 2014.Verstappen went on to add: “If you look at everyone’s reaction to it, I think that says enough.Lewis Hamilton and Charles LeClerc arrive on red carpet at F1 02 car launch in style”I think we shouldn’t take it so seriously. I’m also not going to tell you how you should behave in life.”Verstappen’s rival George Russell took a different stance.He said: “As an individual it’s going quite far with everything.”As drivers we do show personality but I do think there is merit and no need to swear in an environment like this [press conference].”The season is set to get underway in Australia on March 16. More

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      Unbeaten Brit who caused huge upset to step in at last minute after ‘poison’ scandal chaos hits Beterbiev vs Bivol card

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      UNBEATEN Josh Padley is set to be parachuted in to fight Shakur Stevenson this weekend.The Sky Sports report comes after Floyd Schofield pulled out of this weekend’s world title fight after being deemed “too ill” to challenge Stevenson for the WBC lightweight belt.Unbeaten Josh Padley is set to be drafted in to fight Shakur StevensonCredit: GettyIt comes after Floyd Schofield pulled out amid a ‘poisoning’ scandalCredit: GettyShakur Stevenson is defending the WBC lightweight title beltCredit: GettyPadley, 29, has a record of 15 wins including a stunning upset over Mark Chamberlain in his last fight on the undercard of Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois in September.The move came after a rumour spread on social media that Schofield had been “poisoned” before he failed to show up among the arrivals on Tuesday night. Leaked messages, reportedly from Schofield’s dad, Floyd Schofield Sr, accused unnamed people of poisoning his son.A text sent to Schofield Sr was leaked online, reading: “This isn’t something to take lightly Sr. I’m not trying to play no games.READ MORE IN BOXING”I got love for y’all and looking out, but they spiked your son”.The 22-year-old had initially showed up to Saudi Arabia and did all the Monday media, but then vanished on Tuesday and no-showed for the grand arrivalsThe pair were set to throw hands in a battle for the WBC World Lightweight Championship.JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBut will no longer be able to take to the ring as a result of the bizarre circumstances.Most read in BoxingStevenson is appearing on the undercard of the Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol undisputed light-heavyweight card in Saudi Arabia on Saturday.Fans all saying the same thing after subtle change to Anthony Joshua’s trainingThe fight card is stacked with big names.Joshua Buatsi faces fellow Brit Callum Smith, while Zhilei Zhang collides with Agit Kabayel in a heavyweight showdown. More

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      ‘The loser is going to be very disappointed’ – Frank Warren reveals huge prize on offer for winner of Dubois vs Parker

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      FRANK WARREN has revealed the huge prize on offer that Daniel Dubois and Joseph Parker will be fighting for.Dubois, 27, will attempt to defend his IBF heavyweight title against Parker on Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Daniel Dubois (L) will fight Joseph Parker on SaturdayCredit: GettyFrank Warren has revealed the incredible opportunity for the winnerCredit: GettyThe winner will have the chance to fight Oleksandr UsykCredit: PAIt will be the first time the British boxer is defending his title after he knocked out Anthony Joshua at Wembley last year.Parker, 33, is in the best form of his career and is aiming to become a two-time heavyweight world champion.Warren has insisted that the winner of the fight will have the chance to clash with current unified WBA, WBC, and WBO heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk.He told Sky Sports: “Daniel is 27, Joe is 33, which isn’t old for a heavyweight, by the way.READ MORE ON BOXING”One is the young buck and flying at the moment, and for somebody it’s his last chance.”Usyk is the No.1 heavyweight in the world with three belts, Tyson [Fury] is retired, so No.1 and No.2 are fighting each other.”It’s the next two best heavyweights in the world in the ring together, fighting for a chance to unify the belts against Usyk.”The winner, he’s got everything.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”The loser is going to be very very disappointed. It’s going to be an amazing fight.”Dubois was beaten by the Ukrainian by knockout after a tough bout back in August 2023.Daniel Dubois calls out Jake PaulHe has now won his three fights since as he forced stoppages against Jarrell Miller and Filip Hrgovic.These came before his stunning knockout of AJ in September.Parker, however, has won five in a row as he hit back after he was knocked out by Joe Joyce in September 2022.His remarkable run of form has also included big wins over Zhilei Zhang and Deontay Wilder.The chance to clash with Usyk would be one of the last of his career.The Ukrainian has revealed that he will only fight two more times before he hangs up his gloves.Here is a look at the full fight card,,,Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol for the IBF, IBO, WBC and WBO light-heavyweight titlesDaniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker for the IBF heavyweight titleShakur Stevenson vs Flloyd Schofield for the WBC lightweight titleCarlos Adames vs Hamzah Sheeraz for the WBC middleweight titkeVergil Ortiz Jr vs Israil Madrimov for the interim WBC heavyweight titleZhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel for the interim WBC heavyweight titleJoshua Buatsi vs Callum Smith for the interim WBO light-heavyweight titleBradley Rea vs Constantino Nanga More

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      ‘He’s really lost his head’ – Atalanta captain sent off for moment of madness after ’embarrassing’ blunder

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      ATALANTA captain Rafael Toloi saw red as the Serie A side crashed out of the Champions League.The Italians went into last night’s second leg trailing Belgians Club Brugge 2-1 from the first match.Rafael Toloi attempted to throw the ball at an opponentCredit: TNT SPORTSHe then bundled over the Club Brugge aceCredit: TNT SPORTSThings swiftly went from bad to worse for Gian Piero Gasperini’s men, as a disastrous first half saw them fall 3-0 down on the night.Ademola Lookman pulled one back for the Serie A side moments into the second half.But after the former Everton and Fulham man missed a penalty on the hour mark, Atalanta’s hope began to ebb away.In the 86th minute, Toloi’s frustration boiled over.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs the 34-year-old went to take a throw in, he was needlessly bumped by Maxim De Cuyper.The red mist then descended upon Toloi, who tried to throw the ball at his opponent.It slipped out of his hand, however, and he fell over.Feeling embarrassed, Toloi got up and begun to charge at De Cuyper, who had turned and was walking away.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe referee attempted to get in the Brazilian’s away but his efforts were futile, Toloi bundling over his opponent.He went on to be sent off for his head loss, while De Cuyper was yellow carded.AC Milan manager walks out of Champions League press conference after just one question After the game, veteran boss Gasperini was disappointed at his skipper.He said: “That was an ugly incident and we must never lose our heads.”Atalanta must leave the Champions League with dignity, having played great games against the likes of Real Madrid, Arsenal and Barcelona.”On the winger’s botched penalty, the 67-year-old added: “Lookman was not supposed to take that penalty, he is one of the worst penalty takers I’ve ever seen.”He has a frankly terrible record even in training, he converts very few of them.”Retegui and De Ketelaere were there, but Lookman in a moment of enthusiasm after scoring decided to take the ball and that was a gesture I did not appreciate at all.”Ademola Lookman botched his second half penaltyCredit: AFP More

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      Andoni Iraola lined up to replace Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid manager after stunning Bournemouth success

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      ANDONI IRAOLA has reportedly been lined up to replace Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid manager.The Bournemouth boss has made waves since moving to the south coast in 2023 from Rayo Vallecano.Real Madrid are lining up Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola as their next managerCredit: GettyReports claim Carlo Ancelotti could leave Real this summerCredit: GettyIraola has won 31 of his 72 games in charge of the Cherries.And this season has seen them reach new heights with 12 wins and just six defeats in 25 outings.As a result, Bournemouth now sit fifth in the table just one point off the top four while boasting a positive goal difference of 15.And according to the Mail, Iraola’s efforts have not gone unnoticed.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt’s reckoned he has now made his way onto a shortlist being drawn up by Real Madrid chiefs of potential replacements for Los Blancos gaffer Ancelotti.The Italian, who won the Champions League during an earlier stint with Real, has led the Spaniards to two more European titles and two league titles since returning in 2021.Ancelotti is hoping for another double this term as Real sit joint-top of LaLiga with Barcelona, while also holding the advantage over Man City in tonight’s Champions League play-off.But reports in Spain suggest Ancelotti may retire this summer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd while the Italian has remained coy on the subject, Real are now bracing themselves for the worst by drawing up a list of suitable candidates to potentially take over this summer.Former player and Bayer Leverkusen title winner Xabi Alonso is thought to be favourite, having rejected Liverpool last summer in the reported hope of eventually moving to Real.Ronaldo reveals cult hero Real Madrid team-mate was ‘very bad’ before turning to poker Bayer Leverkusen’s Xabi Alonso is another option for RealCredit: GettyBut it’s reckoned that Iraola has now worked his way onto Real’s shortlist, having impressed club chiefs with his incredible job at Bournemouth.The gaffer will have just a year left to run on his contract this summer, putting him at risk of an approach from interested clubs.Tottenham are also thought to be keeping a watch on Iraola as they mull Ange Postecoglou’s future.But after turning Bournemouth into European hopefuls, Iraola may instead fancy staying put at the Vitality Stadium to keep his project moving forwards. More