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      KSI tipped for sensational fight in ALCATRAZ by Turki Alalshikh as he makes major boxing U-turn

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      KSI has been tipped for a sensational fight at ALCATRAZ prison by Turki Alalshikh – marking a major boxing U-turn. Saudi supremo Alalshikh is taking his events outside of the Middle East to the UK and America. KSI has been tipped for a sensational fight at Alcatraz prison by Turki AlalshikhCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe Alcatraz prison is now closed and instead a tourist siteCredit: GettyPart of his stunning Stateside plans include staging a fight the infamous Alcatraz prison – which is now a tourist site. And Alalshikh – who once blasted YouTube boxing stars – teased featuring KSI on the bill. He said: “I am talking with him now and surprising him as well at the same time about doing something at Alcatraz jail in San Francisco in the future.”To which, KSI, 31, replied: “Yeah, I am very excited to see what happens. We have got some big things happening man.”READ MORE IN BOXINGWBO super-lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez, 27, is currently frontrunner to fight at Alcatraz island. Alalshikh also named the Eiffel Tower, The Colosseum in Rome and the Mexican Pyramids as dream locations for future events. The powerful Saudi advisor has been vocally critical of the likes of Jake Paul, 28, when probed on influencer boxing. He said last year: “If he wants to be a real boxer, he needs to take on big fights against boxers, not treat it like a show. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”That’s my opinion, because it’s damaging to boxing. I know he doesn’t like this, especially what I said about his last fight. “I said it wasn’t boxing, and I’m not joking. If he wants to continue in this field and be part of Riyadh Season, he needs to fight real boxers.Tense moment Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn are kept apart by security in lift at explosive press conference”That’s my opinion. If he does that, I’ll support him.” Paul’s last fight was against Mike Tyson when the 58-year-old controversially came out of retirement after 20 YEARS out. And Alalshikh appeared to take a dig at the American when talking potential opponents with KSI. He said: “I challenge him to fight someone in America. We will discuss, me and him, about future opponents.”But real fighters. Real boxers. Not 60 years old.”KSI responded:  “Nah, I don’t. There is only one person who does that.”But Paul cryptically hit back online: “Rent free in your head.”Turki Alalshikh with KSI More

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      ‘You would be sent to HR’ – Ten Hag reveals problem with current players in first interview since Man Utd sacking

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      FORMER Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has claimed that footballers these days are more sensitive than they used to be.Ten Hag, who was sacked by United in October, has opened up on what has changed about footballers since he hung up his boots as a pro and took up management.Erik ten Hag has revealed what’s different about footballers in the modern dayCredit: YOUTUBETen Hag spent 13 years as a player in the 90s and early 2000sCredit: GettyHe was sacked as Manchester United manager in OctoberCredit: PAThe Dutchman spent 13 years as a pro footballer in the Netherlands, before taking up coaching in 2012 and managing clubs like Man Utd, Ajax and Bayern Munich II.And in his first interview since losing his job at Old Trafford, Ten Hag has suggested that the introduction of social media has made players less “thick-skinned”.Speaking on SEG Stories, he said: “[You have to consider] the player’s well-being. How does he deal with the media?”How does he deal with fan reactions? How does he deal with social media in this world? All of that influences a player. Sometimes positively, sometimes negatively. READ MORE ON MAN UTD”This generation for example, they usually find it difficult to deal with criticism. Criticism really gets to them. “The generation that I grew up in had much thicker skin. You could be much more direct with that generation. I was approached much more directly.”If I was to do that with a current group of players I would demotivate them.”Interviewer Joost Hofman then chimed in: “You would be sent to HR the next day”. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTo which Ten Hag agreed, as he replied: “I’ve been there before, not at any particular club”.Ten Hag also discussed how getting his tactical points across is harder with the modern generation of players due to their small attention span.Erik ten Hag reveals he HAS returned to work and may never go back to management after Man Utd sackingHe said: “What did [Donald] Trump use in his election campaign? Mainly TikTok. That is how the current generation take in information.”They have a very short attention span, and in that short attention span you need to deliver your message.”But football is complex, and that is the biggest challenge for all of us. You can’t tell in one or two minutes how you must play football tomorrow.”Ten Hag struggled to get his ideas across in Manchester as his side sat in 14th spot when he was dismissed back in October.Despite delivering two Cups to Old Trafford, Ten Hag’s league performance at the start of the season was deemed unacceptable with his side winning just three of their opening nine games.His permanent replacement, Ruben Amorim, has hit similar stumbling blocks.READ MORE SUN STORIESAmorim has failed to move the needle with United still languishing in 14th spot.While of his 16 league matches as boss, Amorim has led the club to just five wins – losing EIGHT times and drawing three.Ruben Amorim has struggled just as much as Man Utd managerCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Watch this space’ – Cole Palmer tipped for sensational move to Chelsea rivals by former Premier League star

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      COLE PALMER has been tipped to leave Chelsea for a Premier League rival.The 22-year-old enjoyed an outstanding debut season at Stamford Bridge, managing 40 goal contributions in 46 appearances.Cole Palmer has been tipped to join LiverpoolCredit: GettyDwight Yorke believes he would be a great replacement for Mohamed SalahCredit: EPASalah is set to leave Liverpool this summerCredit: GettyHowever, his future recently came into question amid concerns that Chelsea will not qualify for the Champions League this term.Several pundits have suggested that Palmer could leave the club if Chelsea fail to earn a place in the top five – even though he still has eight years remaining on his contract.And former Manchester United star Dwight Yorke believes he could be the perfect replacement for Mohamed Salah at Liverpool.While the ex-striker is not convinced that Palmer would force a transfer, he does think the England ace would be tempted by a move to Anfield.Read More in FootballAsked by CasinoBeats if he could see Palmer push for an exit this summer, Yorke said: “He doesn’t strike me as that kind individual.”I don’t think he would demand to leave Chelsea if he’s playing a season out of the Champions League.”He’s still very young, and he’s gone there and turned his career around and became the top man there. Why would you walk away from being in a club and being the top man at the same time?”Where is he going to go and become a top player and the top man? Liverpool?Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPalmer is in his second season with Chelsea”Okay, maybe Man United, he said he’s a Man United fan, but he won’t go there because he’s a City man. Outside of that is Arsenal, he won’t go there because Bukayo Saka is there.”Liverpool might be an option if Mo Salah were to leave, so that might be something that they might look to do. So, watch this space with that if Mo Salah leaves.Cole Palmer shows off his goal scoring skills at Chelsea Training “There’s no reason why it would not happen if Mo Salah is to leave. Otherwise, why would he want to leave Chelsea?”He’s the top man at the club. He plays week in, week out. Yes, the Champions League is important. If we keep missing out on Champions League, only then does it become a problem for Cole Palmer.”Next year, if Chelsea come back, work hard, and make sure they can qualify for the Champions League and compete for the Premier League, then everything is happy for Palmer.”I genuinely believe that the only club that could tempt him would be Liverpool, and even then, they would have to let Salah go first.”Salah is set to leave Liverpool when his contract expires this summer.He appeared to drop a huge hint about an exit earlier this week, telling TNT Sports: “I just want fans to remember that I gave it all to the fans, I gave it all to the city.”I was here, I wasn’t lazy, I just enjoyed my football and gave it my all.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think that’s what the city is about, they give you love, you have a connection with them.”I just want them to remember that I was here for eight years…or whatever.”Chelsea ratings vs Southampton as Cole Palmer STILL can’t score or assist… and gets a horror grade More

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      ‘It does feel different’ – Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes exit hits hard as George Russell gives insight into new season

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      GEORGE RUSSELL has admitted Mercedes does “feel different” following Lewis Hamilton’s exit.Hamilton, 40, left the F1 team for Ferrari at the end of the 2024 season.Lewis Hamilton has started his career as a Ferrari driverCredit: APHe has shown off plenty of his new Ferrari clothingCredit: PAFormer Mercedes team-mate George Russell has opened up on Hamilton’s exitCredit: PAThe seven-time world champion will race for the iconic Italian team for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.He had been with Mercedes for 12 years but was keen to impress his new bosses.He turned up in full Ferrari gear on the first day of official testing in Bahrain.Hamilton’s exit has appeared to hit Mercedes hard as one staff member had to peel his No44 off a generator at the Bahrain International Circuit.READ MORE IN F1The team is now in transition, with Russell being joined by teenage rookie Kimi Antonelli.Russell, 27, opened up on the difference in the team following Hamilton’s exit at the FIA drivers’ press conference.He said: “Naturally, it does feel different, of course.”Lewis is such a huge personality on and off the track.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I think everyone within the team is very much excited for this next chapter really.”As the team may look on fond memories, I also feel grateful to have that chance to be his team-mate for three years and learning so much from him but also going head-to-head with him directly for three years.”F1 Testing abruptly halted as garages plunged into darkness during Lewis Hamilton’s first day at Ferrari Russell also insisted that Mercedes is now looking to the future and will not be lingering on the success of the past.He added: “It kind of feels like the end of a chapter but you’re looking forward to the next journey.”It’s very much for us and Mercedes. We’re looking forward and not backwards.”Russell and Co will start the season on March 16 in the Australian GP.Hamilton will be bidding to win a record eight world championships, while Max Verstappen will be aiming to win his fifth title in a row.The Brit has already shown what he is capable in his all-new SF-25.On day two of testing, he posted back-to-back fastest laps on the track.His fastest time was recorded at 1:29.379 after 45 laps.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe also eclipsed Ferrari’s Q3 time from the Bahrain GP in the 2024 season.Hamilton also beat Russell’s best time by 0.399s after 71 laps.Timesheet after Day 2 morning sessionLewis Hamilton led the way on the morning session of Day 2 of testing…Lewis Hamilton – Ferrari 1:29.379, 45 lapsGeorge Russell – Mercedes +0.399, 71 lapsCarlos Sainz – Williams +0.711, 44 lapsPierre Gasly – Alpine +1.051, 40 lapsFernando Alonso – Aston Martin +1.321, 45 lapsYuki Tsunoda – Racing Bulls +1.414, 46 lapsOscar Piastri – McLaren +1.442, 44 lapsLiam Lawson – Red Bull Racing +1.854, 28 lapsNico Hulkenberg – Kick Sauber +2.078, 56 lapsEsteban Ocon Haas – F1 Team +3.692, 69 laps More

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      Referee forced to abandon match after being bitten on TESTICLE by player’s child

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      REFEREE Stefan Kahler abandoned a match before it had kicked off… after a child bit his TESTICLE.The German official was due to take charge of Sunday’s clash between FC Taxi II and Rot-Weiss Mulheim III.The referee called off the game due to the pain he was inCredit: GettyBut he was at the centre of a bizarre off-the-ball incident as he checked players’ registrations on the pitch.Kahler said in his report that he had been attacked by one of the FC Taxi players’ children.The lower-league fixture in Duisburg, Germany was called off with the ref left in agonising pain.He wrote: “While I was checking the FC Taxi players’ ID, a small child was doing warm-up exercises alongside the players.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He came closer and closer to me, then suddenly – to my complete surprise – gave me a sharp bite in my left testicle.”I did not start the game, because of the pain I was in and the situation.”It was the child of one of the FC Taxi players who was to blame.”FC Taxi had previously shown bite of a different kind, climbing to third in the regional Kreisliga C table.Most read in FootballThe division is the equivalent of the eighth tier in Germany.The clash between FC Taxi II and Rot-Weiss Mulheim III will be rescheduled for later in the season. Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballers More

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      F1 star Nico Hulkenberg suffers freak injury in bizarre garage incident as his Bahrain testing is cut short

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      NICO HULKENBERG suffered a freak eye injury during day one of Formula 1 testing in Bahrain yesterday.The German, 37, had been on track for four hours before requiring medical treatment for his eye.Nico Hulkenberg was on track in Bahrain yesterdayCredit: GettyHulkenberg had completed 55 laps as he looked to get to grips with his new car.Towards the end of his session, however, a “speck of dust or sand” got stuck in his eye.According to the Sky Germany, the unfortunate incident occurred as mechanics performed grinding work on Hulkenberg’s Sauber in the garage.Following his session, the F1 veteran had been expected to attend a press conference.READ MORE IN F1He was a no-show, however, with it later emerging that he had been with doctors at the time.Thankfully, Hulkenberg’s issue was not deemed to be serious.And today he has been back on track for day two of testing.Earlier this morning he was able to complete more laps in his new Sauber C45.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHulkenberg joined Sauber ahead of this season following two years with Haas.He and new team-mate Gabriel Bortoleto replaced Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu.Martin Brundle’s most-awkward Formula 1 grid moments from Cara Delevingne to Ozzy OsbourneVeteran Hulkenberg made his F1 debut in 2010.He has since driven for Williams, Force India, Sauber, Renault, Racing Point, Aston Martin and Haas.Last season he finished 11th in the driver standings, collecting 41 points.Yesterday’s testing was Lewis Hamilton’s first opportunity to get a feel for his new Ferrari.The session was interrupted by a power cut at around 5pm, which lasted for more than an hour.On the incident, Mercedes star George Russell told Sky Sports: “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.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It would have been a bit hectic if this was an hour later when the sun has already set.”The new season is set to get underway in Australia on March 16. More

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      Arsenal become centurions despite falling away in title race as Mikel Arteta’s men set all-time top flight record

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      ARSENAL broke an English top-flight record thanks to their draw against Nottingham Forest. The Gunners were held 0-0 at the City Ground last night as they slipped a huge 13 points behind Liverpool in the title race.Arsenal have become the first club to stay in the English top flight for a centuryCredit: RexIt was the second damaging result for them in five days after their hopes of winning the league were wrecked by a 1-0 defeat to West Ham on Saturday.Arsenal will have another shot at the title next season after their place in the 2025/26 Premier League was confirmed.Their draw with Forest and Ipswich’s 3-2 defeat to Manchester United means it is now mathematically impossible for Mikel Arteta’s side to go down.As they have avoided relegation, next term will be Arsenal’s 100 consecutive in the top-flight.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey are the first club be in the highest league of the English football pyramid for a century.Everton are the nearest to Arsenal, having been in the top tier for 71 years.Liverpool are also currently chasing down the record with 64 years in the First Division and Prem. Everton still hold the record for most seasons of all-time at the top as this is their 122nd campaign in the top-flight.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSArsenal trail Aston Villa and Liverpool on that list as the Gunners have completed 108 seasons overall in the best division. Ahead of the draw to Forest, Arteta said his side will never give up in the title fight.Embarrassed Kate Abdo covers face on live TV as she says Arsenal legend was her celebrity crush But after the game, he admitted his side are blunt in attack amid injuries to Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus.Arteta said: “We showed unquestionable character, how much we wanted it and tried. “We dominated the game. We tried in many different ways. “We persisted but lacked that spark, that final pass to unlock a well-organised team. We have to generate more shots on target.”Arsenal ratings vs Forest as NOBODY looks like scoring for Gunners but Saliba’s a Rolls Royce againMIKEL ARTETA may not have anyone to put the ball in the back of the net but in William Saliba he has one of the best defenders in the Prem.The Arsenal boss watched his side’s faint title hopes go well and truly up in smoke in the goalless draw with Nottingham Forest.But his brilliant backline emerged, once again, with credit from this tricky clash at the City Ground.Together with Gabriel, Saliba kept a tight lid on Forest dangerman Chris Wood, who scored a hat-trick in his last appearance on this ground.But the fact the Gunners’ biggest threat at the other end of the pitch came from left-back Riccardo Calafiori – who was subbed off at half-time – says it all about the dire situation Arsenal somehow find themselves in.Here is how SunSport’s Graeme Bryce rated the Gunners stars’ displays… More

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      ‘Stick that in the documentary’ – Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham mercilessly trolled by Peterborough stars after Cup heartache

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      PETERBOROUGH stars trolled Wrexham’s Hollywood owners after their EFL Trophy penalty shootout win over Ryan Reynolds’ side.The Posh booked their place in the final at Wembley with a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Wrexham at the Stok Racecourse.Peterborough beat Wrexham 4-2 on pens to reach the EFL Trophy finalSuper-sub Bradley Ihionvien wasted little time in mocking Wrexham through his now-deleted post-match celebrationsPosh team-mates danced around to the tune of American boyband NSYNC’s 2000 hit ‘Bye Bye Bye’Paul Mullin and Elliot Lee had their penalties saved to ensure Peterborough sealed a trip to WembleyWrexham were 2-0 up after 38 minutes following Mo Faal’s looping strike and George Dobson’s first goal for the Welsh club.But Peterborough gave themselves hope when Malik Mothersille fired home the rebound after having his penalty saved by Arthur Okonkwo in the 72nd minute.Wrexham fans were cheering ‘Que Sera’ before substitute Bradley Ihionvien scored from close range, after a long ball, in the first minute of added time to send the tie to a shootout.Ihionvien, Ryan de Havilland, Harley Mills and captain Hector Kyprianou all scored from the spot.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile keeper Jed Steer saved efforts from veterans Paul Mullin and Elliot Lee to ensure Peterborough play Birmingham at Wembley.And Ihionvien wasted little time in mocking Wrexham through his now-deleted post-match celebrations.The 21-year-old forward sung to the tune of American boyband NSYNC’s 2000 hit ‘Bye Bye Bye’.He and a team-mate were dancing along to the pop anthem before Ihionvien sang along: “Bye bye bye, bye Wrexham, bye Wrexham, sorry not sorry. Bye Wrexham, sorry not sorry. Have fun, watch us in Wembley!”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe added insult to injury by posting a sticker of Deadpool, the Marvel character played by Wrexham owner Reynolds, to his Instagram story.And fans loved the merciless trolling, with one Birmingham City fan writing on X: “LOL! Stick that in your f***ing documentary”.Wrexham stars get raunchy dance lesson from Channing Tatum in brilliant Super Bowl advertDarren Ferguson couldn’t believe the pandemonium when Peterborough equalisedReynolds and co-owner actor Rob McElhenney documentary series ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ is well into it’s third season.It follows the-behind-the scenes turmoil of bringing a club up the football ladder and the relationships within the local community.The TV series has been a hit on both sides of the Atlantic, largely thanks to Wrexham’s Hollywood owners.Wrexham missed on a chance to go toe-to-toe again with fellow League One heavyweights Birmingham, co-owned by NFL legend Tom Brady.Birmingham beat Bradford City 2-1 in the first Vertu Trophy semi-final on Tuesday.Instead Peterborough, who are in the midst of a relegation battle at the other end of the table, will go into the match as underdogs again.Last year, they beat Wycombe Wanderers 2-1 in the final at Wembley. More