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      Inside Conor Benn’s amazing life, from epic car collection to ‘words’ with Neymar and loving wife of seven years

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      BRACE yourself for a fierce battle when Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr finally take each other on.Already there’s been bad blood – with the pair meeting face-to-face at a press conference and coming to blows.Conor Benn boasts an epic lifestyle outside of boxingBenn has an amazing car collection, including a £260k Rolls-RoyceCredit: instagramBenn is also lucky in love with wife of seven years, VictoriaCredit: INSTAGRAM/CONOR BENNEubank Jr slapped Benn’s face with an egg and called him a “dirty little omelette” as they brawled on stage in Manchester.Benn’s rival was, of course, referencing The Destroyer’s claim that he failed a drug test because of excessive egg intake.Outside the ring, Benn lives a lifestyle to envy.His epic car collection is spearheaded by a £260,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith.Read more boxing newsWhile, he amusingly shared ‘words’ with footballer Neymar, and flies in private jets.He’s also winning in his personal life – married to children’s emotional well-being author Victoria.SunSport takes a look at Benn’s life of luxury.Car collectionBack in 2022, the same year he was banned from boxing for failing two drugs tests conducted by the VADA, Benn was estimated to be worth around £1.5million.Most read in BoxingOver the years, he has splashed his cash on an amazing set of motors, including his pride and joy – a Rolls-Royce Wraith worth £260,000.After beating former WBO world champion Chris Algieri, he was spotted with a £125,000 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG wrapped in gold.Conor Benn pulled apart from Chris Eubank Jr after SLAP at Battle of Britain press conferenceAlso in 2022, Benn added a stunning £110,000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S – copying his dad who bought a Porsche 911 in the 1990s.It has a personalised licence plate – ‘K013ENN’ – and Benn calls it his “weekend car.”Expect Benn to add to his fleet, if he’s victorious against Eubank Jr.Boxer Benn shows off his incredible Rolls-Royce worth £260kA gold-wrapped Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG worth £125k is part of Benn’s fleetBenn also splashed the cash on a beautiful Porsche 911Bringing Neymar into itBack in 2024, Benn entered the ring after Eubank Jr defeated Kamil Szeremeta.The pair went face-to-face as they vowed to settle their differences one day in the ring.Lurking behind them was Brazilian football legend, Neymar, who seemingly found the conversation hilarious.It threatened to escalate then, forcing security and the ex-Barcelona forward to break the pair up.As it turned out, Neymar was there in support of Eubank Jr.Afterwards, Benn revealed: “I’m a big fan of Neymar. He’s a GOAT.”I just said to him, ‘your boys getting a beating.'”Incredibly, Benn also dropped a bombshell claim at Tuesday’s presser that Eubank Jr owed Neymar a serious amount of money as a poker debt.Benn said: “He owes Neymar four million quid – that’s why he’s taken this fight. So don’t talk s***.Neymar hung out with Benn at his pal Eubank Jr’s fight last yearCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialBenn had words with Neymar – saying was going to beat up Eubank JrCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialNeymar was sandwiched between Eubank Jr and Benn last NovemberCredit: Gettyread more sport features”I said he owes Neymar four million quid have you not heard? So don’t come talk to me about bollocks. This is why you have taken this fight.”And you are about to get rendered unconscious for it. You’re money hungry that’s the only reason.” Family lifeBenn has been lucky in love with wife, Victoria.The pair began dating in 2017, before walking down the aisle a year later in a private ceremony.She is an author, having penned the book Feeling It All which helps kids cope with their emotions.She also shares big brand deals on her Instagram page, where she has over 26,000 followers.Fans may also recognise her from her YouTube channel which has just over 1000 followers.In her videos, she take viewers behind the scenes of her boxing champion husband’s career.In her bio, she references her famous husband with the line “Married to CB”.Victoria and Conor welcomed their first child together in 2021, when Victoria gave birth to Eli.Victoria Benn met the boxer in 2017 and they married a year laterCredit: PAConor and Victoria pose with son EliCredit: INSTAGRAM/CONOR BENNA second son the couple called Idony was born last yearGlam Victoria is a children’s book authorConor admitted that he phoned his mum afterwards to ask her for permission to get a face tattoo honouring his son.His mum agreed and Conor get “Eli Clay” tattooed by his ear.Last year, the happy couple welcomed their second daughter they called Idony.Flying privateWhen Eddie Hearn’s your promoter, you can expect to live the high-life.Should Benn need to travel with Hearn and his pals for business trips, he’ll fly private.The son of legend Nigel showed off a private jet that took him and a crew to Philadelphia for a DAZN fight night.They then headed to Miami on the US trip.Benn enjoys the use of a private jet when he’s workingCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialBenn was joined by Eddie Hearn on board flights to Philadelphia and MiamiCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialHe captioned the snap: “PHILLY nights with the team, now on to MIA.”READ MORE SUN STORIESBack home the photos of his trip left a sour tase in wife Victoria’s mouth who was left at home with the kids.Amusingly, she commented on the snap: “Meanwhile, Idony just threw up on me 🤣”. 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      Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach: Fight start time, TV channel, live stream and full card as American pair square off

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      GERVONTA DAVIS is set to return to ring action as he makes the latest defence of his WBA lightweight title.The dominant lightweight nicknamed “Tank” was initially meant to defend his crown in December last year but was postponed until the following March. Knockout specialist, Davis, boasts an unbeaten professional recordCredit: GETTYLamont Roach was confirmed as Tank’s opponent last SeptemberCredit: GettyThe reason for the postponement of the fight is still unclear but the wait is nearly over. Davis, who now holds a perfect 30-0 record following victory over Frank Martin last summer, will face off against fellow American Lamont Roach. The WBA has granted featherweight Roach ‘special permission’ to move up a weight class to set-up the clash as Davis voluntarily puts his belt up for grabs. The 29-year-old currently holds the WBA Super Featherweight belt and in the case of victory will have five days to decide which belt he decides to take up. READ MORE IN BOXING As for Davis, a win leads closer to a dust-up with a man who idolised him in Shakur Stevenson after he defended his WBC belt against Josh Padley in Saudi Arabia. When is Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach?Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach is set to take place on Sunday, March 2.The card starts from 1.00am GMT on Amazon Prime.Davis and Roach are expected to make their ring walks around 3.00am GMT.The fight will take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New YorkWhat TV channel is Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach on and can it be live streamed?Gervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach will be shown live on Prime PPV.The event is available on pay-per-view for £63.50 on Prime. Davis vs Roach fight cardGervonta Davis vs Lamont Roach; Lightweight, for WBA lightweight titleJose Valenzuela vs Gary Antuanne Russell; Super lightweightAlberto Puello vs Sandor Martin; Super lightweight, for WBC super lightweight titleYoenis Tellez vs Julian Williams; Super welterweightJarrett Hurd vs Johan Gonzalez; MiddleweightGeo Lopez vs Grimardi Machuca; Super featherweightCristian Cangelosi vs Jarrod Tennant; Super welterweightDwyke Flemmings Jr vs Florent Dervis; Super welterweightDavid Whitmire vs Angel Munoz; WelterweightAlexis De la Cerda Landin vs Sharone Carter; Super bantamweightNasheed H. Smith vs Tariq Green; Super middleweightDeric Davis vs Oscar Eduardo Gonzalez Jr; LightweightMost read in Boxing More

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      ‘There is no man like him’ – Mike Tyson doesn’t hesitate when revealing heavyweight who would have beaten him

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      MIKE TYSON did not hesitate when naming one legendary boxer who would have beaten him.Iron Mike was regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time.Mike Tyson has revealed the one boxer that would have beaten him at his peakCredit: GettyHe admitted he would not have been able to beat Muhammad AliCredit: GettyTyson, 58, began his career in 1985 and won each of his first 19 fights by knockout.He became the WBC heavyweight champion in November 1986 when he beat Trevor Berbick.He became the youngest heavyweight champion of all time and still holds the record.Tyson has now admitted that there is only one fighter in history who could have got the better of him during his pomp.READ MORE ON BOXINGHe claimed that he would not have been able to have beaten Muhammad Ali.He told ThisIs50: “There is no man like him, there just isn’t.”Everything we have he supersedes us in.”He was an animal, he looked more like a model than a boxer.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”He’s like a Tyrannosaurus Rex with a pretty face, he’s just mean and evil, he’ll take you to deep waters and drown you.”He’s very special. The best. Nobody beats Ali.Jake Paul claims psychedelic drugs ‘cured Mike Tyson’s Parkinson’s’ before pair’s Netflix boxing matchHe fought against Jake Paul in NovemberCredit: Reuters”I can’t beat that man, hell no. No way.”Ali is widely considered the best boxer in the history of the sport.He achieved famous wins over legends such as Joe Frazier, George Foreman and Sonny Liston.Tyson, however, recently returned to the ring as he took on YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.The Problem Child beat the icon by a unanimous decision in November after an eight-round boxing bout.He had to recently deny claims from Paul that he was suffering from Parkinson’s disease.According to the NHS, Parkinson’s is a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years.Tyson was paid around £16million for the Paul fight, which was shown to over 100 million viewers on Netflix.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Baddest Man on the Planet admitted last month he has still not fully recovered from the bout.He refused to rule out the prospect of lacing up his gloves again but was quickly OVERRULED by his wife, Lakiha.He was beaten by a unanimous decisionCredit: Getty More

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      Harry Kane moves into new sport as England captain makes investment to be part of ‘exciting journey’ with Tiger Woods

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      HARRY KANE has teamed up with Tiger Woods by investing in a new golf team.The England captain has been officially announced as a limited partner of TGL side Jupiter Links.Harry Kane has become a limited partner of a TGL sideCredit: GettyTiger Woods is co-owner and player of the Jupiter LinksCredit: GettyThe Florida-based outfit feature in the new TGL (Tomorrow’s Golf League) event.TGL is an indoor technology-infused competition that is said to be the “brainchild” of Woods and Rory McIlroy.It launched in January and it aims to combine “traditional play with elements of simulated indoor golf”.PGA Tour stars make up the players – with Woods, Max Homa, Tom Kim and Kevin Kisner forming the Jupiter Links line-up.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe 15-time major winner co-owns the team alongside billionaire David Blitzer.Blitzer is on the board of Premier League club Crystal Palace, he is managing partner of the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers and NHL side the New Jersey Devils.Several celebs and sporting greats have also invested in TGL – with pop star Justin Timberlake a limited partner of the Jupiter Links alongside Kane.Meanwhile, tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams, F1 icon Lewis Hamilton and basketball heroes Steph Curry and Shaquille O’Neal are all involved.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSOn joining the Jupiter Links, Kane said: “I’ve always loved golf and TGL’s new format is something special. “I can’t wait to be part of this exciting journey.”‘It felt like the beginning of the end for Harry Kane’ says Man Utd legend as he admits fears for England captain The Bayern Munich striker is a talented golfer himself, reportedly playing off a handicap of 3.7.He has played in pro-am tournament in the past and had a round of golf with Woods while holidaying in the Bahamas. Kane is a passionate golfer in his spare timeCredit: Getty More

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      F1 Testing abruptly halted as garages plunged into darkness during Lewis Hamilton’s first day at Ferrari

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      LEWIS HAMILTON’S first day at Ferrari went up in smoke after a power cut hit the Bahrain International Circuit.The electrical connection failed in the teams’ garages and elsewhere in the paddock. F1 Testing abruptly halted as garages plunged into darknessCredit: GettyThe Aston Martin area plunged into darknessCredit: AFPThe torches were out in the Ferrari campCredit: ReutersThe Bahrain circuit’s lighting system was also extinguishedCredit: ReutersLewis Hamilton was keen on making a good impression for his first day at the officeCredit: RexThe cause of the fault is unknown as the circuit’s lighting system was also extinguished.The race director red-flagged the session immediately afterwards and the FIA confirmed the action was taken in response to the blackout.The failure struck shortly after 5pm local time and has continued for more than an hour.The session was scheduled to end at 7pm, with sunset due to fall at 5:40pm.READ MORE F1 NEWSWith the teams’ facilities plunged into darkness, mechanics began working by torchlight.The torches were out in the Ferrari camp, with the Aston Martin area cast into the void.Every minute that passed was bad news for the teams because they want to do as many laps as possible.Hamilton was keen to make a good impression on his first day in the office.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut his debut Ferrari testing has been hit with a bizarre roadblock.The seven-time world champ was fifth quickest in this morning’s session – with a time of 1:31.834 in 70 laps – as he made his full Ferrari test debut at an F1 event. Inside Lewis Hamilton’s first day at Ferrari as he instantly surprises new bosses at first official day of F1 testing Meanwhile, Hamilton’s team-mate Charles Leclerc set the fastest time of the day in his Ferrari, with 1.30.878 in 32 laps.George Russell was leaving the pits in his Mercedes when the track was suddenly went dark.Russell told Sky: “I came out of the pits and thought it was suddenly quite dark out here.”I came on the radio and said I needed to change my visor and I realised there was no floodlights around.”It would have been a bit hectic if this was an hour later when the sun has already set.”Earlier this morning, Hamilton was in bright and early as the second driver to arrive in the paddock, and to many’s surprise he was suited and booted in full Ferrari kit.Hamilton meant business and was so eager to get in the car that he nearly fell off the back of a golf buggy as he was dropped off at the Ferrari garage with Leclerc.The Brit’s iconic No44 has also made the switch and was seen on the side of the red Ferrari car instead of Mercedes’ black and green, where Hamilton spent the last 12 years.The number, which pays tribute to Hamilton’s karting days and his dad, has featured since he was eight as it was his dad’s car registration number.Day one of testing in Bahrain was Hamilton’s first chance to get a true feel of the SF-25 car, after the Brit and Leclerc took part in a shakedown last week at Ferrari’s home track at Fiorano.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt would have been tough for him to get up to speed given the short and tight nature of the Italian circuit.Hamilton will just have 12 hours of running available to him ahead of the first race in Melbourne on March 16. More

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      Rio Ferdinand continues row with Jamie Carragher as he joins Boris Becker in sticking boot into Liverpool legend

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      RIO FERDINAND fired more shots at Jamie Carragher after tennis icon Boris Becker blasted the Liverpool legend.Carragher has faced the heat after giving his reasons for why he thinks the Africa Cup of Nations is not a “major tournament”.Rio Ferdinand has somewhat reignited his row with Jamie CarragherCredit: GettyFerdinand chimed in and backed Boris Becker’s criticism of CarragherCredit: GettyThe Liverpool legend has been in the eye of a storm this weekCredit: GettyCarragher, 47, spoke on Sky Sports after Liverpool’s 2-0 win at Manchester City and appeared to suggest that playing at Afcon worked against Mo Salah’s chances of winning the Ballon d’Or.The former centre-back hinted that Salah can’t win a major tournament – in his eyes, the Euros, Copa America, or the World Cup – for which Egypt are not heavily fancied.But that opinion brought him criticism from the likes of Daniel Sturridge, Micah Richards, and Ferdinand – the latter of which Carragher called a “clown” this week.And now three-time Wimbledon champion Becker has joined the pile-on regarding a separate issue. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSCarragher had weighed in on Vincent Kompany’s tenure at Bayern Munich after the German side squeezed past Celtic in the Champions League play-offs last week, after beating the Scottish champs 3-2 on aggregate.The pundit said: “Bayern have not convinced me at all yet. “Now they are playing against Leverkusen, who dominated Bayern in the Bundesliga recently. It’s a 50-50 tie.”In the end, I’m predicting Leverkusen to advance. If Kompany does not win, there will be many question marks about his appointment.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Because the league is expected and the Champions League is the icing on the cake of a season. They have to reach at least the semi-finals.”But Becker, a Bayern fan who has been a board member, hit back: “There haven’t been any questions regarding the appointment of Kompany! ‘Oh, God… did he say that?’ – Pep Guardiola left in disbelief at Jamie Carragher’s ‘not nice and not true’ claim”In fact, Bayern just said domestic title is the most important trophy this year and are happy with the work of Kompany! Jamie is NOT well informed at all.”And Ferdinand couldn’t resist capitalising on his former rival’s woes.The Manchester United legend simply replied to the tweet and said: “Boris… he’s having a bad couple weeks. Let him off”.Ferdinand and Carragher’s clash has centred around the latter’s take on the Afcon, which has made huge headlines.Carragher was pulled up live on air by Sturridge and Richards for saying: “I think the problem is the fact Salah is with Egypt.”And he’s probably not playing in the major tournament as such, or maybe got a great chance of winning, I think it’s either the Champions League or the major tournament.”Richards hit back: “Just to say, Afcon is a major tournament because a lot of people are at home saying ‘they aren’t taking it serious’. Afcon is a big tournament, just so you know.”Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher landed in hot water over comments regarding the Africa Cup of NationsFerdinand, 46, caught wind of Carragher’s statement and argued that this sort of thought process is “ignorant”.Carragher heard what Ferdinand had to say on Instagram and hit back with a fiery response in the comments’ section.The Liverpool great branded his fellow Premier League hero a “clown” as he insisted his words were taken out of context.Carragher responded: “I didn’t say that, you clown. Stop playing to the gallery like you always do.”Plenty of people have agreed with Carragher – including Joey Barton, who issued an impassioned video defence of his take.Ballon d’Or winners have often tasted glory in either the Champions League or an international tournament – typically the Euros or Copa America. No African star has won the gong since George Weah in 1995, while Sadio Mane finished second in the 2022 edition.Meanwhile, Carragher also got on the bad side of Pep Guardiola last week.The Manchester City boss fumed at “not nice” claims Erling Haaland ducked the club’s blockbuster Champions League second-leg because he was scared of Antonio Rudiger.Carragher implied the Norway ace wanted to avoid Real’s fit-again centre-back Rudiger, 31.Speaking as the pundit on CBS, he said: “It’s Rudiger-itis is it? Is that what we’re saying here?”READ MORE SUN STORIESAhead of City’s 2-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday, Guardiola shook his head in disbelief when told of Carra’s stunning comments.He said: “Oh, God. Did he say that? Jamie Carragher said that? Oh God. Don’t laugh. I don’t know why he makes that suspicious, you know that? More

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      Man Utd set for controversial post-season games despite Tottenham and Newcastle’s similar plans being branded ‘madness’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to play two controversial post-seasons in Asia.The Red Devils will jet off for matches in Malaysia and Hong Kong after the end of the Premier League season in May.Manchester United will play two games in Asia at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyTottenham and Newcastle had a post-season friendly last yearCredit: GettyAlan Shearer has been highly critical of the ideaCredit: GettyTottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United played in an end of season friendly in Australia last year.The match was slammed by Premier League legend Alan Shearer as “madness”.At the time, he said: “Can you imagine if you’re a player who is playing in either the Copa America or Euro 2024 having to do that?”Madness. Crazy.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”I wouldn’t be happy at all.”It’s crazy for Newcastle to go and play Spurs there on Wednesday night and then another game.”Ruben Amorim and his players will now have to undertake the journey for the games.Elite players have seen their workloads increase and has been a point of discussion this season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThere have been added games with Fifa’s expanded Club World Cup and Uefa’s new format to the Champions League.However, there has been some restbite as FA Cup replays have been scrapped to ease the hectic football calendar.Andy Goldstein insists Sir Jim Ratcliffe has got everything wrong at Man Utd after drastic cuts Meanwhile, Man United have confirmed that there will be a second round of redundancies at the club.It was revealed that up to 200 more staff members could lose their jobs.This follows on from the 250 staff that were let go last year.The club has made huge incoming from commercial, matchday and broadcasting income.However, it has not been enough, with the club losing more than £300million over the last five years.Since 2013, the club has splurged over £1.6BILLION on transfers following the exit of Sir Alex Ferguson.And despite their enormous outlay, they have never felt so far away from competing for the Premier League title.End of season datesHere is a look at the important dates towards the end of the football season…17 May: FA Cup final21 May: Europa League final25 May: Final Premier League games31 May: Champions League final2-10 June: International break15 June – 13 July: Club World CupMid-July: Pre-season matches begin9 August: Community Shield16 August: Start of 2025-26 Premier League season More

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      Inside Lewis Hamilton’s first day at Ferrari as he instantly surprises new bosses at first official day of F1 testing

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      LEWIS HAMILTON was keen to make a good impression on his first day in the office.The stylish seven-time world champion is known for strolling into the paddock in a couture outfit that looked fresh off the runway.Lewis Hamilton turned up in full Ferrari gearCredit: AlamyHamilton, 40, drove his new carCredit: EPABut on the first day of official testing in Bahrain, Hamilton was in bright and early as the second driver to arrive in the paddock, and to many’s surprise he was suited and booted in full Ferrari kit.He was reunited with his trusted physiotherapist Angela Cullen who was buzzing around the paddock, having left her role as Hamilton’s performance coach in 2023 after seven years together.The 50-year-old from New Zealand was also on site early and was seen delivering breakfast for Hamilton on a tray, with the Brit still following a strict vegan diet.Hamilton meant business and was so eager to get in the car that he nearly fell off the back of a golf buggy as he was dropped off at the Ferrari garage with team-mate Charles Leclerc.READ MORE IN SPORTThe Brit’s iconic No44 has also made the switch and was seen on the side of the red Ferrari car instead of Mercedes’ black and green, where Hamilton spent the last 12 years.The number, which pays tribute to Hamilton’s karting days and his dad, has featured since he was eight as it was his dad’s car registration number.In a previous interview, he said: “I always start with the No44 because that’s the number that I had on my go-kart when I was eight years old.”It was my dad’s car registration number, F44, so each year, it’s just a new chance to rise to the challenge.”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe seven-time world champion is preparing for his new challengeCredit: RexHamilton ended his full testing debut for Ferrari in fifth and he was one of the first to emerge from the pit-lane with what looked like spiky armour on the outside of his Ferrari.The equipment is called an ‘aero rake’ which is a metal frame fitted with multiple sensors that teams attach to different areas of the car.Lewis Hamilton models new Ferrari gear but fans notice ‘hideous’ issue They are usually behind the front wheels, near the sidepods, or at the rear and they are mounted temporarily during test runs to measure airflow characteristics around the car.Sky Sports’ Ted Kravitz said: “I was interested to see that aero rake on Hamilton’s car on his first run, measuring what’s going on with the front wing.”It’s one of the technical talking points of the early part of the year.”Day one of testing in Bahrain was Hamilton’s first chance to get a true feel of the SF-25 car, after the Brit and Leclerc took part in a shakedown last week at Ferrari’s home track at Fiorano.It would have been tough for him to get up to speed given the short and tight nature of the Italian circuit.Hamilton will just have 12 hours of running available to him ahead of the first race in Melbourne on March 16.Most notably, he will have to get to grips with the Ferrari power unit having made the switch from Mercedes.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe has only driven with Mercedes power throughout his career, including during his six years at McLaren.F1 commentator David Croft added: “There will be huge attention on Lewis, as there always is. Particularly as he makes his first few laps on Ferrari power. His entire career so far has been powered by Mercedes engines.” More