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    Exhausted Gervonta Davis ‘rolls out of bed’ for open workout ahead of boxing star’s fight with Lamont Roach

    GERVONTA DAVIS looked like he “rolled out of bed” for the open workout before his fight with Lamont Roach. Davis defends his WBA lightweight title at the Barclays Center in New York against Roach over the weekend. Gervonta Davis looked like he ‘rolled out of bed’ for the open workoutDavis rubbed his eyes in exhaustionBut the American pay-per-view star did not looked thrilled about turning up for the midday media workout. An exhausted-looking Davis rubbed his tired eyes and stretched out in a pink and grey tracksuit. He skipped any sort of actual workout as fans rushed to social media with one saying: “Gervonta Davis looking like he rolled out of bed for his media workout earlier today.”Another added: “Gervonta really showed up like he just hit snooze 5 minutes ago.”READ MORE IN BOXINGA third said: “Bro just woke up.”Despite falling short of a workout, Davis, 30, did let fans know that he intends to have three bouts this year. He said: “Roach is in for a rude awakening, for sure. “He’s trying to psyche himself up, but it comes down to skill. Whoever is the most skilled fighter will be the winner.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“Knocking someone out feels like a home run, when it hits the sweet spot of the bat, and it goes far. That’s how it feels for me.“I want to stay in the ring more this year, hopefully with three fights. Roach comes first, and then we figure it out the rest of the way.KSI tipped for sensational fight in Alcatraz by Turki Alalshikh as he makes major boxing U-turn “You’ll see fireworks. I’m sharp, fast and explosive. Lamont is sharp too. “It’s going to be a banger, and the fans will be the true winners this Saturday night.”Roach, 29, did hit pads in Brooklyn’s iconic Gleason’s Gym and said: “The stakes are higher, but I just want to go hard, that’s about it. “I’ve trained to be in the best physical and mental shape I can possibly be in.” Lamont Roach hitting the padsCredit: Rey Del Rio/

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    Jurgen Klopp’s former club’s fans turn on him as Liverpool legend is portrayed in offensive carnival float

    FANS of Bundesliga club Mainz have turned on ex-manager Jurgen Klopp in the wake of his move to Red Bull.Klopp was appointed the Global Head of Football at Red Bull in October, just months after ending his nine-year stay at Liverpool.Jurgen Klopp started his new job with Red Bull last monthCredit: GettyMainz fans have protested his move with a huge carnival floatCredit: ReutersHaving officially started his new job on New Year’s Day, he is now tasked with advising the group’s teams – including RB Leipzig, RB Salzburg and New York Red Bulls.The 57-year-old is responsible for guiding philosophy and the development of young players.He is also in a position of power when it comes to managerial appointments and transfers.Klopp’s move to Red Bull sparked criticism from the German media and fans.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe group’s approach to football hugely differs from other clubs across Germany.Red Bull clubs have been accused of financial doping, rather than acting as fan-led organisations.Many Bundesliga fans have now turned against Klopp – including the supporters of his former club, Mainz.Fans of Mainz have made the ex-player and manager the subject of a controversial float at the Rose Monday carnival parade.Most read in BundesligaCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe float shows Klopp with wings made of bank notes, holding a can of Red Bull energy drink in one hand and a football in the other.He is also wearing a baseball cap with a euro symbol on.Liverpool have put Jurgen Klopp’s sprawling £4million home for sale – after Anfield successor Arne Slot turned it down.And written across the side is: “For Kloppo values ​​​​he no longer cares about, used to matter. Because Red Bull lures with a lot of money, he is now falling off his pedestal with a crash.”Mainz supporters previously spoke out against Klopp back in October, shortly after his new job was announced.A huge banner was brandished during a match following the reveal.It read: “Have you forgotten everything we made you become?” More

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    Wladimir Klitschko in line for shock comeback aged 46 and could be handed toughest-ever opponent

    WLADIMIR KLITSCHKO could be set for a shock showdown with a former UFC heavyweight champion – at the ripe old age of 48.The former unified heavyweight champion hung up his gloves in August 2017, four months after suffering an 11th-round TKO loss to Anthony Joshua.Wladimir Klitschko has been linked with a stunning ring return at the age of 48Credit: APKlitschko retired in the summer of 2017 following defeat to Anthony JoshuaCredit: GETTYFormer UFC heavyweight champ Francis Ngannou claims Klitschko is an “option” for his own ring returnCredit: GETTYKlitschko has kept himself in remarkable shape over the years and has repeatedly been linked with a shock comeback.And former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has claimed the Ukrainian is an “option” for his own ring return.’The Predator’ told Sportsbook Review: “[Rico Verhoeven] could happen, but I don’t know. As I said, I have a few fights left.”I focus on very few fights, not on options. There’s a lot of options. Rico [Verhoeven] is an option.READ MORE BOXING NEWS”Derek Chisora is an option. Wladimir Klitschko could be an option.”A showdown with Ngannou, who dropped Tyson Fury as he took him the distance in their clash in October 2023, could prove to be one of the toughest of Klitschko’s career.That’s on account of the fact Ngannou is an unorthodox striker in comparison to traditional boxers and Klitschko has been out of the ring for the best part of a decade.Saudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh is interested in giving the younger Klitschko brother the opportunity to return to the ring.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSWladimir Klitschko has kept himself in tip-top shape since his retirementCredit: GETTYSpeaking ahead of Oleksandr Usyk’s rematch with Fury last December, he said: “To give [Klitschko] the chance. This is perfect.”Of course, he won’t fight Usyk if he wins [against Tyson Fury].Tyson Fury fans chant ‘you big dosser’ at boxing legend Wladimir Klitschko”Because they’re two heroes from Ukraine [and] will not fight each other. This is the dream.”But Klitschko’s main concern at this moment time is helping his native Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia.’Dr Steelhammer’ said: ” There are a lot of rumours these days about a possible comeback.”At the moment, I’m not concerned with my return to boxing, but with the return of Russians to their country, outside Ukraine.And let me be clear: I’ve never stopped training. So IF there was to be a fight, I’d be ready on the spot.”But this weekend I’m just going to see a fight with a talented Ukrainian. Go Usyk! Slava Ukraini.” More

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    ‘Make it great again’ – Stunning influencer and Donald Trump fan Kinga Strogoff looking to buy football club

    WEALTHY Donald Trump fan and influencer Kinga Strogoff has vowed to make Polish football club Lechia Gdansk “great again”.Lechia, currently facing financial difficulties and positioned 17th in the Polish top flight, has attracted the attention of an investment group led by US influencer Strogoff, who has Polish roots.Kinga Strogoff is keen on buying a football clubCredit: Instagram @kingasteelKinga poses with Donald TrumpCredit: Instagram @kingasteelThe influencer has a strong online followingCredit: Instagram @kingasteelStrogoff, CEO of Second Street Iron & Metal Co., Inc., and a global ambassador for AMP FIT and GLOW Beverages, is known for her connections with prominent figures, including US President Donald Trump.Strogoff told local media that Lechia Gdansk has the potential to become the third-largest team in Poland in terms of revenue and fan base.She said: “For me, there is nothing more important than building a lasting legacy, and Lechia Gdansk fits that vision very well.”Strogoff went on to add: “Poland is currently one of the fastest-growing economies in Europe, and the imminent spectre of Lechia Gdansk’s collapse really breaks my heart.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe also addressed concerns regarding the current ownership, revealing that she had previously attempted to open negotiations with club owner Paolo Urfer.Kinga added: “We contacted Paolo Urfer in October 2024 with an offer of investment. We didn’t get any response then.”We contacted him again through a representative in December. At that time, Paolo was willing to talk to me. He thought I was someone worth talking to.”We later found out that he had changed his mind and didn’t intend to sell before the summer.Most read in FootballKinga wants to enter Polish footballCredit: Instagram @kingasteelShe has identified Lechia Gdansk as her club of choiceCredit: Instagram @kingasteelLechia play at the 41,620-capacity Gdansk StadiumCredit: Getty”I have no idea what his current position is now, but it seems that there is no plan to sell at the moment.”Despite the uncertainty surrounding a potential deal, Strogoff said she remains committed to her vision, adding that her plan involves long-term investment and strategic management rather than short-term financial gains.Identity of mystery girl seen out with Jack Grealish is revealed after family man footballer said ‘she’s not with me’Lechia Gdansk was founded on 7th August 1945 as BOP Baltia Gdansk, originally established for workers rebuilding Polish seaports after World War II.Financial difficulties in the 1990s led to unsuccessful mergers and a collapse that forced the club to restart from the sixth tier in 2001.However, Lechia made a remarkable comeback, achieving successive promotions and returning to the second division by 2005.They re-established themselves in the top tier, winning the Polish Cup and Super Cup in 2019.Despite ongoing financial struggles, the club remains a significant force in Polish football, with a passionate fanbase and a history of resilience.Kinga believes that she can make Lechia Gdansk ‘great again’Credit: Instagram @kingasteelThe stunning star has expressed concerns over Lechia’s current ownershipCredit: Instagram @kingasteel More

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    New footage emerges of Alejandro Garnacho that ‘explains why Man Utd star marched down tunnel’ after being hauled off

    NEW FOOTAGE has emerged to seemingly explain why Alejandro Garnacho marched down the tunnel after being subbed off.The Argentine winger was hooked by Ruben Amorim after Patrick Dorgu was sent off near the end of the first half against Ipswich Town.Alejandro Garnacho was subbed off against Ipswich TownCredit: GettyHe gestured to the bench as he walked down the touchlineCredit: strettyend via StoryfulThe decision to take him off was booed by the supporters in the groundCredit: strettyend via StoryfulGarnacho was replaced after Patrick Dorgu was red cardedCredit: GettyAmorim opted to instantly replace Garnacho with Noussair Mazraoui to solidify the defensive side of the team.The decision was booed by the home crowd at Old Trafford and called “garbage” on social media.Garnacho, 20, also appeared to be unhappy with being the sacrificial lamb as he marched down the tunnel.This was despite the possibility of him waiting for the half time whistle which was just moments away.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHowever, a video has emerged on social media which fans believe reveals why the Man United ace left.Garnacho can be seen gesturing with his hands as he walked down the touchline.Supporters believe he is signalling to the club staff that he was going to change his shirt due to the heavy rain.One posted: “Alejandro Garnacho signalled he was changing his shirt before heading straight down the tunnel.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA second commented: “It was a wet shirt.”A third wrote: “I don’t get why he didn’t just get a jacket and wait til half time lol. But cool.”Ruben Amorim brings up Marcus Rashford as he vows to talk to Garnacho after Man Utd star stormed down tunnelGarnacho posted this picture after he was subbed offCredit: GettyHe then shared this more postive post on his InstagramCredit: Instagram @garnacho7A fourth said: “Too much noise on the timeline about a nothing moment.”Another added: “Well that’s fair enough then.”Some fans are not completely sold by the explanation as Garnacho also posted a cryptic image on his Instagram,The attacker posted a picture of himself looking disgruntled after the match.He has since taken to social media again and shared a more positive image of the team celebrating.The Tractor Boys stole the lead at Old Trafford after just four minutes after a huge error from Andre Onana and Dorgu.Amorim’s side levelled through an own-goal from Sam Morsy before Matthijs de Ligt put the hosts ahead.Jaden Philogene then netted his second of the game to eqauliser for the relegation-threatened side.Harry Maguire scored the eventual winning goal two minutes into the second half.Much like the majority of the squad, Garnacho has endured a mixed season at Old Trafford.In the Premier League he has only scored three times in 26 appearances.Club legend Roy Keane has weighed in on Garnahco’s recent performances and claimed he is only good enough to be a sub.The Irishman suggest that the tricky winger can not be “trusted” and he is more suited to making an impact off the bench.Rio Ferdinand, however, insisted Garnacho shows “b******s” compared to many of his team-mates.Amorim was quizzed about Garnacho’s attitude in his post-match press conference.He said: “You are making a connection with Rashford, right? I know, I know.”What I’m saying is I’m going to talk obviously with Garnacho about that [going down the tunnel].”So I will talk about that if you want in the next press conference.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile, footage from the game has turned fans on Rasmus Hojlund.The struggling striker dummied a pass only for the ball to run to no-one.Man Utd ratings vs Ipswich as Maguire saves the day after Onana makes case to be WORST ever signingMANCHESTER UNITED eased their fears of the drop in a topsy-turvy relegation six-pointer with Ipswich.The Red Devils triumphed 3-2 despite playing the second half with ten men.A major cock-up from Patrick Dorgu and Andre Onana saw Ipswich take a third-minute lead through Jaden Philogene.Then, after United had recovered to lead 2-1, Dorgu saw a straight red card for a poor challenge on Omari Hutchinson.Philogene scored again to level it before the break only for Harry Maguire to nod in to be United’s saviour.But who was United’s best player on the night?Here, SunSport’s Phil Thomas reveals his Manchester United player ratings… More

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    Shock pics show Tyson Fury’s Cheshire mansion left to rot with crumbling roof & overgrown lawns as £2.5m refurb blocked

    OVERRUN with weeds and left to rot, new pictures show the shocking state of Tyson Fury’s once grand eight-bed Cheshire mansion after he was banned from knocking it down. The Sun’s exclusive photos and video reveal the dilapidated state of the uninhabitable property in the area’s exclusive “Golden Triangle”, with its entrance overgrown, the tiled roof in disrepair and whole rooms stripped bare with crumbling brickwork.Tyson Fury’s home in Cheshire’s ‘Golden Triangle’ has been left to rotCredit: suppliedWhole rooms including the attic space have been left to go to wrack and ruinCredit: suppliedThe grounds are also in a perilous stateCredit: suppliedTyson, 36, who lives with wife Paris and their seven kids in a swish £1.7m mansion in Morecambe, just over an hour’s drive away, wanted to tear his Cheshire pad down and replace it with a six-bed luxury home built from scratch.His £2.5million Grand Designs-inspired dream renovation included plans for a swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and a cinema, but he was forced to withdraw the application last August.Instead, the boxer was “only” given approval to extensively renovate the current home, including allowances for three extensions, a basement with a games room and a music room.But new pictures and video show the pad has been left in a perilous state, with the roof caved in and badly in need of a major overhaul.Tyson’s dad John lives next door and photos reveal the land is covered in cars, caravans and motorhomes.The former world champ has previously had run-ins with Cheshire East Council when trying to knock down the mansion.The property backs onto Manchester Airport and is close to his brother Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague’s £3.5million home. His plans for the renovation came unstuck after bats were found nesting in the loft.This meant Tyson was already having to apply for a special licence from Natural England as a protected species had been detected around the home. He was then told birds flocking to his pond or fruit trees may be a hazard to nearby jets. Inside Tyson and Paris Fury’s luxurious lifestyleHe also needed to submit a biodiversity strategy which “should include proposals for the provision of features for nesting birds including house sparrow”.And he was told he needed “gaps in garden fences to facilitate the movement of hedgehogs, native species planting”.Another council department also wanted him to move his proposed extravagant pad – for the sake of an oak tree. Rotting woodwork is visible from the roadCredit: thisischriswhite.comTyson was stopped from tearing down the homeCredit: thisischriswhite.comIt appears the roof of the once-lavish property also requires workCredit: thisischriswhite.comThe exterior has fallen into a state of disrepairCredit: suppliedThe land is occupied by cars, caravans and motorhomesCredit: suppliedIn the end, Tyson was forced to ditch plans to demolish the original building and stick to extending the existing one.To top it off, the former world champ and his two brothers, John Jnr and Shane, had been renting out a car park on their land, which landed them in hot water with the courts in December 2023.Dad John appeared at Chester Magistrates Court to defend his sons, saying he had signed the lease agreement with a valet company and they had done nothing wrong by failing to cough up £82,166.85 to Cheshire East Council for the car park, which adjoins his house. But the district judge ordered the brothers to pay the business rates bill, plus court costs of £17,206 – totalling nearly £100,000.Cheshire’s Golden TriangleBy Ryan MerrifieldCheshire’s Golden Triangle refers to a super affluent area in the North West of England, covering small towns like Alderley Edge, Wilmslow, and Prestbury.It’s known for its expensive houses and popularity among wealthy Premier League footballers, often called the “Footballer Belt” due to the high concentration of professional athletes that live there.But furious locals say mega mansions RUIN the area.The average price of a property on one coveted road in Wilmslow is £4million and estate agents describe it as one of the town’s “most sought-after” and “desirable” streets.The gated mansions offer peace and privacy, and current residents include Liverpool’s Andy Robertson and his teammate Alexis Mac Allister, who recently bought a home.Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson once lived there as well as ex-United keeper Sergio Romero.And Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is also thought to own a property on the road.Set in glorious countryside, the area, according to one estate agent, “is a delightful blend of sophistication and rural tranquillity” and boasts high-end shops and upmarket bars and restaurants.Visitors to Wilmslow might spot Marcus Rashford jewellery shopping, his Manchester United teammate Bruno Fernandes leaving a tanning salon or Manchester City star Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner hitting the gym.The dilapidated pad is a far cry from the Fury family’s main property – a lavish £1.7million mansion in nearby Morecambe, where they moved in 2020 after upgrading from a modest £550,000 home.The plush pile has gold curtains and radiators throughout, perhaps giving an indication of how they envisioned doing up the interior of their currently-stalled Cheshire property.There are huge chandeliers dangling from the ceilings, the kitchen is decked out in red marble, and wife Paris previously revealed her favourite part of their home – her walk-in wardrobe. Fury bought the property in December 2020, and is mortgage-free, according to land registry records.Tyson Fury, pictured in Saudi Arabia last year, had grand plans for his Cheshire mansion but has had multiple setbacksCredit: GettyIt’s a far cry from the family’s £1.7m pad in Morecambe where he and Paris currently reside with their childrenCredit: Andy Kelvin / Kelvin MediaParis and Tyson with their kids on a family holiday in 2023Credit: parisfury1/instagram More

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    ‘We had a fight in a local pub’ – Max Verstappen and Lando Norris open up on F1 rivalry after controversial clashes

    LANDO NORRIS and Max Verstappen joked they had a “fight in a local pub” as the duo prepare for another fierce title battle.The pair locked horns from Miami in May last season, where Norris sealed a maiden win and brought the fight to Red Bull, until Las Vegas where Verstappen was crowned champion in November.Lando Norris and Max Verstappen joked they had a ‘fight in a local pub’The pair locked horns in Miami in May last seasonNorris and Verstappen were involved in a dramatic collision in AustriaRed Bull dominated the first five races which ultimately left Norris with a mountain to climb, although McLaren won their first Constructors’ Championship since 1998.When Verstappen was asked about the pair’s relationship yesterday, he joked: “Yeah, it’s a terrible relationship,“We don’t get on any more. It’s taken it’s toll. Yeah. Big drama.”McLaren driver Norris, the early bookies’ favourite for the new season, added: “We had a fight the other day in a local pub.”READ MORE F1 NEWSVerstappen then laughed and replied: “We had to get escorted [out]. I always say, you should see the other guy… but he still looks good, so, whatever.”Think we both look forward to more of last year, more battles. I don’t think it’s just going to be us.”An inevitable first collision between Norris and Verstappen arrived in Austria in June which cost them both the lead in the Red Bull Ring, having gone wheel-to-wheel on several occasions.A battle erupted in Texas when Norris was controversially penalised for a late overtake on Verstappen when they were both off track and the Dutchman came out on top again.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSNorris even called Verstappen “dangerous” when the championship battle reached boiling point at the Mexico City Grand Prix.Verstappen was given two 10-second penalties for his driving against Norris for two incidents in the same lap but still managed to finish sixth.Verstappen’s excruciating reaction to Jack Whitehall gag at F1 new season launch event Norris then delivered a more serious answer, added: “I think there’s going to be others involved, which will make it more exciting for everyone.“But yeah, I know they’re going to be tough battles and I’m sure some of them are not always going to end the way I want or hopefully Max wants, but we’re racing drivers.”We get along. We’ve always said those kind of things. I know everyone tries to make their own points and say what’s correct and what’s not correct, but we respect each other a lot and we look forward to more racing on track.”Verstappen was then asked if he had any more to add, replying with a smirk: “No, that’s beautifully said.”Pre-season testing began in Bahrain this week, with the first race opener coming up in Melbourne at the Australian Grand Prix on March 14-16.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: 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 Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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    Jake Paul mocks Floyd Mayweather for getting a black eye against YouTuber and vows to KO boxing legend in two rounds

    JAKE PAUL has vowed to knock Floyd Mayweather out in two rounds after the boxing legend started a war of words.Mayweather was appearing on Jimmy Fallon’s talk show when he was quizzed on Paul’s controversial fight with Mike Tyson. Jake Paul vowed to knock Floyd Mayweather out in two roundsCredit: GettyFloyd Mayweather was left with a bruised eye after boxing DejiCredit: LEE HAMILTON-COOPERAnd he said: “I don’t really know where to go with this subject because if I say something I’m going to get backlash. “No matter what I say, it’s not right. But basically, when you’re boxing for free you can have millions and millions and millions, hundreds of millions of views.”But when you’re watching Floyd Mayweather, you have to pay! I mean, I did pay-per-view numbers. Check the record.” Mayweather, 48, retired in 2017 after beating UFC icon Conor McGregor, 36, in a bout that sold 4.4MILLION PPVs. READ MORE IN BOXINGBut he has continued to box in exhibition bouts since against stars of the boxing, MMA and social media world.That included bouts against YouTubers Logan Paul, 28, and Deji, also 28, who is the brother of KSI. And Mayweather boasted how he could make light work of Logan’s brother Jake – who is 11-1 as a boxer. He said: “Easy. Easy. Too easy. At 48, too easy.” Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPaul responded to the clip: “You bum. Deji gave you a black eye in an event that had 4,000 people in it. Deji hahahah. “I would knock you out in 2 rounds and you can’t sniff Mike Tyson’s toe.” Deji gave Mayweather a shiner in their 2022 Dubai exhibition – but also made Paul bleed from the nose despite losing in 2018. And Deji responded with a picture of Paul bloodied from the nose: “I also did this to you. Me hahahahha.”Paul recently saw talks to fight Mexican great Canelo Alvarez, 34, collapse as he now prepares to announce his next fight. And Mayweather’s last exhibition – against the grandson of infamous mob boss John Gotti – went the distance. Mayweather and Deji boxed in DubaiCredit: Lee Hamilton-CooperJake Paul beat Deji on the first Logan Paul vs KSi card in August 2018Credit: Reuters More