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      Championship clash temporarily suspended after bizarre moment man flies over stadium

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      THE CHAMPIONSHIP clash between Coventry and Luton was temporarily suspended when a person FLEW over the ground.Referee, Robert Madley, called a halt to proceedings when somebody was seen paragliding over the Coventry Building Society Arena.A person was seen flying over the Coventry stadiumThe strange incident caused the game to stop temporarilyThe game was resumed by Robert Madley once the flyer was goneCredit: Sky SportsIn the 81st minute of the game, cameras stopped filming the match action to watch the peculiar flight path above them.The person was seen in a seated position with a red, black and white glide fully extended.A huge paramotor behind the pilot was helping direct them over the skies of Coventry.The match resumed after the flyer had gone over the stadium stand and was no longer visible.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReacting to the extraordinary stunt, one fan on social media said: “Dude casually flying over the match between Coventry vs Luton FC.”A second said: “Coventry City vs Luton Town has been interrupted by Moe Szyslak.”A third said: “Hahahaha one paragliding over the stadium at Coventry and Luton Town. Paragliding is the discipline.”Another said: “Why’s someone just flying about the Coventry game?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe game itself saw Luton take the lead through a Carlton Morris penalty after 15 minutes.Elijah Adebayo then got on the scoresheet in the 37th minute, which came after the 26-year-old had suffered vile racist abuse following their 2-1 loss to Sunderland on Wednesday.Eight bizarre football rules you may not knowHowever, Ellis Simms got the hosts back into the game with his 59th minute strike, before Victor Torp netted an equaliser in the 76th minute.Following a sending off for Tom Holmes, Haji Wright then scored an injury-time winner for Coventry to complete their comeback. More

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      Adilson ‘Maguila’ Rodrigues dead at 66: Boxing world title contender who fought Evander Holyfield and Foreman dies

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      BRAZILIAN boxing legend Adilson “Maguila” Rodrigues has died aged 66.The former heavyweight contender passed away in Sao Paulo after suffering from multiple health complications. Adilson Rodrigues, left, during his fight with George ForemanCredit: GettyRodrigues passed away aged 66Credit: TwitterIn 85 fights, Rodrigues won 77, lost seven, drew once and scored 61 career knockouts. He held various Brazilian and South American titles, facing some of boxing’s best during his time. In 1989, he was beaten by American great Evander Holyfield and George Foreman a year later, losing both in round two. But Rodrigues also beat former cruiserweight world champion and now Sky Sports pundit Johnny Nelson in 1995. READ MORE IN BOXINGHis last fight came in 2000, losing to countryman Daniel Frank. After retiring – 13 years later – Rodrigues was diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). CTE is a neurodegenerative disease that affects many former fighters after years of head trauma. Symptoms include memory loss and confusion, which intensifies over time. Most read in BoxingWhat is CTE?By Jennifer Roback and Penelope MinCTE refers to a brain degeneration caused by frequent head traumas.Other elements may play a role, including genetics, but exact factors are yet to be discovered, as reported by the Boston University CTE Center.CTE is only diagnosed through an autopsy of the brain and is known to be a rather rare disease.It is most commonly found in athletes, including football players and boxers.Some symptoms of CTE include memory loss, confusion, impaired judgment, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and progressive dementia.These signs can begin to appear after years or even decades after the last brain trauma.In 2018, with his family’s consent, Rodrigues decided to donate his brain to scientific research after his death. It will allow researchers at the University of Sao Paulo to study the impact of repeated trauma on the brain.Rodrigues spent his last days at the Anjos de Deus Therapeutic Center in Itu receiving specialised care. Netflix unveil official promotional trailer for Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano 2 More

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      Ex-Arsenal star who quit to join Man Utd needs just 11 SECONDS to score first goal as he bags 14-minute hat-trick

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      CHIDO OBI-MARTIN has been described as “a cheat code” after scoring a 14-minute hat-trick for Manchester United Under-18s.The 16-year-old had a long-running transfer saga after quitting Arsenal before he was allowed to finally join Man Utd in late September.Chido Obi-Martin scored after just 11 seconds for Man Utd U18sCredit: TwitterIt set him on the road to score a 14-minute hat-trickCredit: TwitterObi-Martin failed to score on his U18 Prem debut for United off the bench against Sunderland last week.However, he more than made up for it in his second appearance against Nottingham Forest.Named in the starting XI by manager Adam Lawrence, Obi-Martin then took just 11 seconds to get on the scoresheet.It came as he chased down the ball following an underhit back pass to the goalkeeper, before going around the goalie and passing the ball into the back of the net.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLObi-Martin was then on hand again in the fifth minute, when a defender managed to get their foot to a low cross to the edge of the area.But the touch kindly fell to Obi-Martin, who then took a touch before burying a shot across goal and into the bottom left corner.He then sensationally bagged his hat-trick in the 14th minute to put the young Red Devils 3-0 ahead.Reacting to the stunning display, one fan said: “What a talent.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA second said: “Bring him to the first team.”A third said: “Get him in the first team right now.”New Man Utd signing arrives at Old Trafford for first time since transfer… only to see horror show against TottenhamAnother said: “Promote him to the first team and watch him cook.”Obi-Martin had scored 32 goals in 18 matches in the U18 Premier League last season, including netting TEN in one game against Liverpool.He was replaced by Victor Musa at half-time against Forest, denying him the chance to add to his goal tally.James Scanlon – another highly-rated prospect who fans have called to be promoted to the first team – added United’s fourth in the 39th minute.Amir Ibragimov then scored a fifth on the stroke of half-time as the teams went in with a five-goal difference.Jim Thwaites added the final and sixth goal of the game.United’s biggest win of the season so far saw them batter Blackburn 9-0 in September. They have a 100 per cent win rate so far this season, having lost just twice last season on route to the Treble.Man Utd’s senior team have struggled for goals this season, having only netted seven times in eight league matches. READ MORE SUN STORIESThey face West Ham on Sunday hoping to ditch their profligate shooting and build on the win over Brentford last weekend, when Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund got on the scoresheet.The much improved performance against the Bees came as manager Erik ten Hag made a tactical switch that saw Marcus Rashford take up a surprise role.The teen joined United after a long running transfer saga after quitting ArsenalCredit: GettyMan Utd ratings vs Fenerbahce: Onana saves the day for Red Devils as Lindelof has a stinker MANCHESTER UNITED were held to a 1-1 draw by Fenerbahce on a disappointing night in Turkey.Christian Eriksen broke the deadlock for Erik ten Hag’s side in the first half before En-Nesyri levelled soon after the break.Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho was sent to the stands in the second half after a touchline tantrum.But the Red Devils could find a much-needed winner for Erik ten Hag.SunSport’s Emillia Hawkins rates the performances…Andre Onana – 7Made an outstanding double save in the 37th minute to keep two attempts from Youssef En-Nesyri out.His defenders could’ve done much better to prevent Fenerbahce’s goal.Diogo Dalot – 5Failed to track back at times and had his blushes saved in the first half by Ugarte, who made a crucial tackle on Dusan Tadic to prevent a goal.Matthijs de Ligt – 6Made some good blocks during the first half to keep Fenerbahce at bay.Missed a few chances from set-pieces after the break.Victor Lindelof – 4Failed to follow En-Nesyri for Fenerbahce’s opening goal and made no attempt to win the ball.Hauled off in the 54th minute.Lisandro Martinez – 5Like Lindelof, he did not apply any pressure to En-Nesyri for the hosts’ first goal. Poor communication from both.Christian Eriksen – 7Broke the deadlock for United with a great strike into the top-left corner from the edge of the box.Manuel Ugarte – 6Won the ball in the build-up to the first goal and saved Man Utd from conceding with a fantastic last-ditch tackle in front of goal in the 22nd minute.Was lucky to avoid giving away a penalty after the break.Noussair Mazraoui – 6Didn’t look too out of place starting in the No10 position. Played a role in the build-up to the goal, passing the ball to Zirkzee who got the assist.Eventually moved into left-back, allowing Martinez to move central.Marcus Rashford – 5Played out of preferred position and started on the right as opposed to the left.Didn’t make too much of an impact on the game.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Played a key role in the build-up to Erikson’s goal by making a direct run into the box.Challenged Dominik Livakovic a few times and looked lively.Joshua Zirkzee – 5A poor overall performance from the striker despite providing the assist for Eriksen’s opener.Failed to make much of an impact and was hauled off in the 54th minute. More

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      David Beckham plants kiss on cheek of daughter Harper at Inter Miami game as wife Victoria and son Cruz also attend

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      DAVID BECKHAM kissed daughter Harper on her cheek during Inter Miami’s game against Atlanta United.Wife Victoria and son Cruz were also in attendance at the Chase Stadium.David Beckham kissed daughter Harper on the cheek before kick-offCredit: APSon Cruz was also in attendanceCredit: APCruz has been at several Inter Miami games this yearCredit: GettyVictoria Beckham also turned up for the crunch clashCredit: AFPIt was a big occasion for the Beckhams’ with Inter Miami competing in the MLS Cup play-offs, having won the Eastern Conference.Miami got off to a fast start as Luis Suarez scored in the second minute, and they went on to win the match 2-1 with another former Barcelona player Jordi Alba grabbing the winner.Beckham, 49, was in a good mood even before kick-off and he planted a kiss on his daughter Harper, 13, who looked less than impressed.Cruz, 19, was spotted back alongside his dad having watched Lionel Messi score a hat-trick for Inter Miami last week with his girlfriend Jackie Apostel.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMiami’s win over Atlanta means they need just one more victory to progress to the Eastern Conference semi-finals.Eight teams qualified for the play-offs with Atlanta winning a wildcard match in order to take on Inter Miami in a best of three.The next game will be hosted by Atlanta on November 2 and if the home team win a third match will be played – back at the Chase Stadium.Inter Miami already have one foot in the semi-finals and will have to win that tie and the Eastern Conference final to qualify for the MLS Cup final.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBeckham’s side have only once qualified for the MLS play-offs, in 2022, but lost in the first round to New York City FC.This time around they are one of the favourites to go all the way after winning their conference by eight points, while Messi has hit brilliant form with 22 goals in 23 games.She’s so pretty! say Victoria Beckham’s fans as daughter Harper jumps on her Instagram for make-up tutorial More

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      Anthony Joshua’s rematch with Daniel Dubois at risk of collapse as Eddie Hearn reveals ‘concern’ over planned date

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’S rematch with Daniel Dubois is at the risk of collapse as Eddie Hearn revealed a “concern” over the planned date.AJ was dropped FOUR times on the way to a brutal fifth-round knockout defeat at Wembley in September.Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua’s rematch faces collapseCredit: GettyAnd he was expected to rematch Dubois in a bid for revenge – already eyed for February in Saudi Arabia.But his promoter Hearn revealed the quick five month turnaround looks to be too close – leaving the rematch facing the KO.Hearn told Sky Sports: “Our concern at the moment is just timing. “You’ve got a few little niggles, you get them looked at and then you can’t punch again for four, five weeks. READ MORE IN BOXING”If we’re going to fight him in February, we need to start camp in about three weeks’ time. It’s quite a fast turnaround.”Hearn revealed May is their target date to return with Joshua’s heart set on a rematch with Dubois. He said: “Ideally we’d like to return around May time. It does feel as though it’s coming on quite quickly.”From a body perspective we could probably do with a little bit more time ideally. Sometimes it’s not ideal and you just go for it. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But we just need to decide are we going to be ready. [Joshua] has told me categorically: ‘I want the rematch.’ “But it’s just a case of whether he’s going to be ready for February and that’s something they’re going to have to decide.Tyson Fury willing to wait until he’s 50-YEARS-OLD to fight Anthony Joshua and says rival ‘knows he’s getting it'”It’s not ruled out. But we do appreciate it’s a fast turnaround.”Tyson Fury, 36, rematches Oleksandr Usyk, 37, on December 21 following his loss in their May undisputed title decider.But Usyk was forced to vacate the IBF belt to proceed with the return as Dubois inherited the belt after being elevated from interim champ.And Hearn has also not ruled out Joshua waiting to fight Fury next opposed to Dubois. He said to BBC Sport: “It would be frustrating if we made the Dubois rematch and Fury won.”Then we’re sitting there going ‘hang on a minute, we’re fighting Dubois but we could have fought Fury in May for the biggest fight in boxing.’READ MORE SUN STORIES”Win or lose, we can fight Fury next summer. But if he wins, AJ fights him for the world title.”Oleksandr Usyk facing off with Tyson FuryCredit: Getty More

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      Penny-pinching Man Utd ‘ask Man City to give players lift in private plane to Ballon d’Or’ but get REJECTED by rivals

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      MANCHESTER UNITED chiefs took an embarrassing hit in their efforts to save money after Manchester City rejected their request for a lift to the Ballon d’Or ceremony, according to reports.New United part owners Ineos have embarked on a cost-cutting crusade since taking control of the football operation at Old Trafford.Man Utd chiefs asked Man City if two players could go in their private jet to the Ballon d’OrCredit: PABut City chiefs rejected the proposal because the flight was fullCredit: RexKobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho are up for the Kopa TrophyCredit: GettyThe 2024 awards ceremony commences on Monday nightCredit: APThis saw 250 members of staff let go in the summer and Sir Alex Ferguson chopped from his £2million-a-year role.The latest efforts to cut costs saw United ask bitter rivals Man City if they could give a lift to Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho to go to the Ballon d’Or ceremony.According to the Daily Mail, City have chartered a private jet to take their players over to Paris for the awards show on Monday.However, City rejected the request from United because the flight was full with their eight nominees.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe report adds that alternative arrangements have now been arranged.United had placed the request because the idea of sending two players on a private jet was not seen as a good look.The club’s carbon-footprint was also said to be a factor.Sharing flights is a common theme for clubs when players are traveling for international duty from places such as South America.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPremier League champions City have the most players at the awards of any English club. They have four players in the men’s section of the awards – Ruben Dias, Phil Foden, Erling Haaland and Rodri – and a further three in the women’s award – Yui Hasegawa, Lauren Hemp and Khadija Shaw.Manchester United vs Fenerbahce: Player Ratings (1)Savinho is also up for the Kopa Trophy award, which recognises the best young player, going up against Garnacho and Mainoo.However, they are set to be left disappointed, with Vinicius Jr the reported favorite to win the men’s award, though Rodri is said to be his closest challenger ahead of 2023 Kopa Trophy winner Jude Bellingham.Meanwhile, Aitana Bonmatí is the favorite to retain her crown in the women’s award.Lamine Yamal is the favorite to win the Kopa Trophy.Ballon d’Or nominees in fullMen’s awardJude Bellingham (England, Real Madrid)Hakan Çalhanoğlu (Turkey, Inter)Dani Carvajal (Spain, Real Madrid)Rúben Dias (Portugal, Manchester City)Artem Dovbyk (Ukraine, Dnipro / Girona / Roma)Phil Foden (England, Manchester City)Alejandro Grimaldo (Spain, Bayer Leverkusen)Erling Haaland (Norway, Manchester City)Mats Hummels (Germany, Borussia Dortmund)Harry Kane (England, Bayern Munich)Toni Kroos (Germany, Real Madrid)Ademola Lookman (Nigeria, Atalanta)Emiliano Martínez (Argentina, Aston Villa)Lautaro Martínez (Argentina, Inter )Kylian Mbappé (France, Paris Saint-Germain / Real Madrid)Martin Ødegaard (Norway, Arsenal)Dani Olmo (Spain, Leipzig / Barcelona)Cole Palmer (England, Manchester City / Chelsea)Declan Rice (England, Arsenal)Rodri (Spain, Manchester City)Antonio Rüdiger (Germany, Real Madrid)Bukayo Saka (England, Arsenal)William Saliba (France, Arsenal)Federico Valverde (Uruguay, Real Madrid)Vinícius Júnior (Brazil, Real Madrid)Vitinha (Portugal, Paris Saint-Germain)Nico Williams (Spain, Athletic Club)Florian Wirtz (Germany, Bayer Leverkusen)Granit Xhaka (Switzerland, Bayer Leverkusen)Lamine Yamal (Spain, Barcelona)Women’s awardBarbra Banda (Zambia, Shanghai RCB / Orlando Pride)Aitana Bonmatí (Spain, Barcelona)Lucy Bronze (England, Barcelona / Chelsea)Mariona Caldentey (Spain, Barcelona / Arsenal)Tabitha Chawinga (Malawi, Paris Saint-Germain / Olympique Lyonnais)Grace Geyoro (France, Paris Saint-Germain)Manuela Giugliano (Italy, AS Roma)Caroline Graham Hansen (Norway, Barcelona)Patricia Guijarro (Spain, Barcelona)Giulia Gwinn (Germany, Bayern Munich)Yui Hasegawa (Japan, Manchester City)Ada Hegerberg (Norway, Olympique Lyonnais)Lauren Hemp (England, Manchester City)Lindsey Horan (USA, Olympique Lyonnais)Lauren James (England, Chelsea)Marie-Antoinette Katoto (France, Paris Saint-Germain)Alyssa Naeher (USA, Chicago Red Stars)Sjoeke Nüsken (Germany, Chelsea)Ewa Pajor (Poland, VfL Wolfsburg / Barcelona)Salma Paralluelo (Spain, Barcelona)Gabi Portilho (Brazil, Corinthians)Alexia Putellas (Spain, Barcelona)Mayra Ramírez (Colombia, Levante / Chelsea)Trinity Rodman (USA, Washington Spirit)Lea Schüller (Germany, Bayern Munich)Khadija Shaw (Jamaica, Manchester City)Sophia Smith (USA, Portland Thorns)Mallory Swanson (USA, Chicago Red Stars)Tarciane (Brazil, Corinthians / Houston Dash)Glódís Viggósdóttir (Iceland, Bayern Munich)Yashin TrophyDiogo Costa (Portugal, Porto)Gianluigi Donnarumma (Italy, Paris Saint-Germain)Gregor Kobel (Switzerland, Borussia Dortmund)Andriy Lunin (Ukraine, Real Madrid)Mike Maignan (France, Milan)Giorgi Mamardashvili (Georgia, Valencia)Emiliano Martínez (Argentina, Aston Villa)Unai Simón (Spain, Athletic Club)Yann Sommer (Switzerland, Inter)Ronwen Williams (South Africa, Mamelodi Sundowns)Kopa TrophyPau Cubarsí (Spain, Barcelona)Alejandro Garnacho (Argentina, Manchester United)Arda Güler (Turkey, Real Madrid)Karim Konaté (Ivory Coast, Salzburg)Kobbie Mainoo (England, Manchester United)João Neves (Portugal, Benfica / Paris Saint-Germain)Savinho (Brazil, Girona / Manchester City)Mathys Tel (France, Bayern Munich)Lamine Yamal (Spain, Barcelona)Warren Zaïre-Emery (France, Paris Saint-Germain)Men’s coach awardXabi Alonso (Spain, Bayer Leverkusen)Carlo Ancelotti (Italy, Real Madrid)Luis de la Fuente (Spain, Spain national team)Gian Piero Gasperini (Italy, Atalanta)Pep Guardiola (Spain, Manchester City)Lionel Scaloni (Argentina, Argentina national team)Women’s coach awardSonia Bompastor (France, Olympique Lyonnais / Chelsea)Arthur Elias (Brazil, Corinthians / Brazil national team)Jonatan Giráldez (Spain, Barcelona / Washington Spirit)Emma Hayes (England, Chelsea / USA national team)Filipa Patão (Portugal, Benfica)Sarina Wiegman (Netherlands, England national team)Men club of the year awardBorussia Dortmund (Germany)Girona (Spain)Bayer Leverkusen (Germany)Manchester City (England)Real Madrid (Spain)Women’s club of the year awardBarcelona (Spain)Chelsea (England)NJ/NY Gotham (USA)Olympique Lyonnais (France)Paris Saint-Germain (France) More

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      Roberto Mancini will NOT be paid up £77m contract in full after Saudi Arabia sack but still set for mega severance pay

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      ROBERTO MANCINI will not be paid the rest of his £77million contract in full after being sacked by Saudi Arabia.The Italian was dismissed earlier earlier this month following a 0-0 draw with Bahrain in World Cup qualifying.Roberto Mancini will not be paid out the rest of his £77million Saudi Arabia contractCredit: ReutersHis exit came 14 months into a four-year deal with the Green Falcons.Mancini had been the highest paid manager in world football prior to his sacking thanks to a £77million contract.He had also looked set to make over £60million over the coming years despite leaving the role if the rest of his deal was paid out.However, it has now been revealed exactly how much he will receive in severance pay.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAccording to journalist Nicolo Schira, Mancini will receive £16.7million after being let go.The 59-year-old was appointed manager in August 2023, replacing Herve Renard, who had left earlier in the year.He went on to win seven of his 18 matches in charge up until this month’s international break.Those matches also included a run to the last 16 of the Asian Cup in January.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMeanwhile, Saudi Arabia are currently third in their World Cup qualifying group following Mancini’s departure.Prior to his appointment, the former Manchester City boss spent five years in charge of the Italian national team.Roberto Mancini brutally sacked from job as highest-paid manager in the world just days after clashing with fansDuring that period, he guided the Azzurri to glory at Euro 2020, beating England in the final.However, they failed to qualify for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar after losing to North Macedonia in a play-off.Mancini was sacked earlier this month after just 14 months in charge of the Green FalconsCredit: Getty More

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      George Russell taken to medical centre and says ‘I don’t know what happened’ after Mexico crash leaves Mercedes a wreck

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      GEORGE RUSSELL was taken to the medical centre after a big crash during free practice ahead of Formula One’s Mexico Grand Prix.Russell, 26, had started his weekend on fire by going quickest with a 1:17.998 in Friday’s first practice session.George Russell was involved in a heavy crash at the F1 Mexico Grand PrixCredit: RexRussell endured a nasty snap of the car at Turn 9 of the circuitCredit: X formerly Twitter / @F1He took too much kerb before his Mercedes starting spinningCredit: X formerly Twitter / @F1Russell was unable to catch the carCredit: X formerly Twitter / @F1He then hit the wallCredit: X formerly Twitter / @F1He was taken to the medical centre afterwardsCredit: GettyRussell’s car sustained heavy damage in the crashCredit: RexHowever, things went off course for the Brit in FP2 as he lost control of his Mercedes car when riding over the kerb at Turn 9.Russell’s car went for a spin across the track before it eventually came to a halt by hitting the Tecpro barrier, resulting in heavy damage to the right side of the car mainly on the sidepod and rear wing.Fortunately, he was able to get out of the car unaided but was seen clutching his midriff with the collision clearly leaving an impact.But the crash still required the presence of the medical car before he was taken to the medical centre for precautionary checks.READ MORE IN F1A Mercedes spokesperson said Russell was “physically OK but it was a significant impact”.Race stewards red flagged the session to repair the wall, before racing resumed following a 24-minute delay.Mercedes later released a statement confirming Russell had been released from the medical centre and was back with the team.Speaking to reporters afterwards, Russell said: “Yeah, I’m okay. Definitely feel a bit winded after that one but I honestly don’t really know what happened.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”The car just started bouncing on the ground and before I had a chance to catch it it was already spinning.”So yeah, a lot of work for the guys tonight again. It seems like it’s one thing after another at the moment.Formula One driver Zhou Guanyu answers Quickfire Questions ahead of Mexican Grand Prix and shares love of Rey Mysterio”It’s frustrating as FP1 we were really strong, really fast trying to take that same line and cutting the corner and for whatever reason on this occasion in FP2 the thing just started going on me.”Russell similarly crashed out during qualifying in the United States Grand Prix.On the importance of Saturday’s final practice session before qualifying, he added: “I mean FP2 because it was the Pirelli tyre test it wasn’t hugely valuable in terms of what you would learn going into the race weekend.”So obviously missed out on laps so FP3 is going to be important. I just we can get the car fixed.”🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁The final practice session of the F1 Mexico Grand Prix weekend starts at 6.30pm UK time, with qualifying getting underway at 10pm.The race is then 8pm on Sunday.Max Verstappen leads the driver championship standings by 57 points after controversially being bumped up to P3 after a penalty was applied to title rival Lando Norris.McLaren lodged an appeal against the penalty after it had been deemed that Norris had left the track and gained an advantage to overtake Verstappen, but it was rejected.READ MORE SUN STORIESCharles Leclerc won last week’s race, his third of the season to draw level with Norris on three each.Meanwhile, Verstappen has seven wins to his name, but is winless since the Spanish Grand Prix in June.F1 reporter Isabelle Barker’s predictionI EXPECT Max Verstappen to go all guns blazing over the next six-rounds. I also think his experience and aggression could give him the edge.It seems too little too late for Norris showing consistency, despite that dominant win in Singapore last time out.You can’t help think what could have been had he sorted out his first-lap issues sooner.Norris needs to prove he has the mental fortitude, because we all know he’s got the speed, the team and the fastest car.Verstappen has endured an eight-race winless streak, but he has still managed to score points, with three second-places during that time.So I think the Dutchman will lift his fourth world-title this season, by the skin of his teeth.  More