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      Canelo Alvarez expands business empire with ‘best in the world’ side hustle set for grand opening

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      CANELO ALVAREZ is set to add more millions to his incredibly large bank account with a new side hustle.The former undisputed super-middleweight champion has enough money in the bank to last him several lifetimes.Canelo Alvarez has prepared for life after boxing by opening several businessesCredit: GETTYThe unified super-middleweight champion has opened a taco restaurant in San Diego, CaliforniaCredit: INSTAGRAM@ELPASTORDELRICAThe boxing superstar has launched the taqueria with his brother, RicardoCredit: INSTAGRAM@CANELOHundreds of boxing fans and foodies turned up to the grand opening to get their fill of tacos and see the boxing iconCredit: INSTAGRAM@ELPASTORDELRICAThe Mexican mauler, however, has already planned for life after boxing by opening a chain of petrol stations in his homeland and a line of convenience stores.And the future Hall of Famer has expanded his restaurant portfolio by opening a taqueria in the USA.The 34-year-old – along with his brother Ricardo – launched their first American branch of their El Pastor Del Rica taqueria chain in San Diego this week.A proud as punch Canelo wrote on Instgram: “Today is a day to remember.READ MORE ON CANELO”With great excitement, we invite you to the official inauguration of the first branch of @elpastordelrica in the United States.”By opening, we will have all tacos 2×1.”We are waiting for you starting at 12pm for the ribbon cutting at 645 Broadway, Chulavista, CA.”Hundreds of fight fans turned up for the grand opening to get their fill of tacos and get a glimpse of their hero.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCanelo is on course to return to the ring on Cinco de Mayo weekendCredit: GETTYCanelo turned up with his family and greeted the scores of adoring fans eager to get their hands on tacos.And after cutting the ribbon, the Guadalajara gladiator made sure to have some of the tasty tacos on offer. Top 10 highest paid athletes in the world revealed with golf star earning more than three times Cristiano RonaldoCanelo hasn’t fought since his September showdown with Puerto Rican pounder Eder Berlanga.He dominated the then-undefeated Berlanga for 12 rounds to retain his WBA, WBC and WBO 168lbs belts via unanimous decision.Canelo’s next outing will likely take place on Cinco de Mayo weekend in Las Vegas.A blockbuster fight with former undisputed welterweight champion Terence Crawford has been mooted as a possibility. More

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      Sprint sensation Gout Gout, 16, breaks U18 100m world record at SCHOOL championships – but it doesn’t count

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      SPRINT prodigy Gout Gout has broken the U18 100 metre world record… but it will not count.The 16-year-old Australian sensation ran 10.04 seconds at the national All-Schools Athletics Championships in Queensland on Friday.Gout Gout has furthered his credentials as a teenage sprinting superstarCredit: GettyHe obliterated the rest of the field and ran under the U18 100 metre world record but it does not countCredit: Athletics AustraliaHe destroyed the field by a huge margin and went under the U18 world record of 10.06 held jointly by American Christian Miller and Thailand’s Puripol Boonson.However, Gout’s phenomenal performance is not a legitimate time due to an illegal tailwind of 3.4m/sec.It is also not the fastest illegitimate U18 100m ever as American Erriyon Knighton previously ran a wind-assisted 9.99.But it is nevertheless an astonishing performance from the youngster – who celebrates his 17th birthday on December 29.READ MORE IN SPORTTo put Gout’s time of 10.02 into context, Usain Bolt, who holds the world record for the fastest 100m ever with a time of 9.58, had a PB of 10.03 until the age of 21.Within months of breaking the 10-second barrier, Bolt went on to run a world record time of 9.68 to win gold at the 2008 Olympic Games.Gout caught the eye in April 2023 when, aged just 15, he broke the Australian U18 men’s 200m record with a time of 20.87 seconds.After the performance, he said: “It means a lot because I’ve been training so much for this. I was really nervous.Most read in AthleticsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”The gun went, and I was good and I just kept pushing. It’s like you can’t feel any ground contact, it feels like you are floating.”This season has been mind-blowing for me. Last year I came fourth and sixth at nationals, and then I came out at All Schools and won.Watch ‘ridiculous’ moment 16-year-old sprint sensation Gout Gout runs 100m in 10.2secs after ‘turning into Forest Gump'”I was really motivated because I took last year personally, it always feels better when you are winning.”In August this year, he destroyed the rest of the field at the Queensland Athletics Championships with a time of 10.20.Gout was born in Queensland, Australia to parents from South Sudan.His parents moved to Australia two years before he was born. More

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      Is Tommy Fury vs Darren Till still on? Latest on Misfits Boxing 20 main event

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      TOMMY FURY was due to return to the ring in January against former UFC star Darren Till in a blockbuster main event.The half-brother of former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury has been out of action since his controversial points win over KSI on the record-breaking Misifts Prime card in October 2023.Fury has a professional record of 10-0 ahead of the huge January clash, with one of his most recent victories coming against Jake Paul, who defeated boxing icon Mike Tyson in November.MMA hero Till swapped the octagon for the squared circle after he parted ways with the UFC in March 2023.He made his boxing debut in July 2024 against Mohammad Mutie, which he won with a third-round TKO – but his debut in the sport was marred by a mass brawl after the fight was waved off.Fury and Till were due to meet in the first Misfits Boxing event of 2025 – but it now appears the fight will no longer take place.READ MORE IN BOXINGIs Tommy Fury vs Darren Till still on?Tommy Fury vs Darren Till will no longer be the main event of the Misfits Boxing 20 card in January.It comes after Fury axed the fight following Till’s claims that he would “kick” him in the head.The former Love Island star released the following statement on Instagram: “I can’t believe I’m writing this but I am now not fighting Darren Till on January 18th 2025.”For the one simple reason being that Darren has stated over and over that he does not want to abide by professional boxing rules and that if he is losing the fight he will resort to kicking and other stupid MMA tactics.Most read in Boxing”I am a professional boxer, I have been out of the ring for over a year and I wanted this to be a great BOXING fight for the fans.”I have wasted weeks in training camp. We are working hard to get a new opponent and date.”I promise to get a better opponent and better fight for you guys.”Good news around the corner.”After Fury broke the news, Till blasted the decision on X: “I was selling the fight to make me and you more money you absolute empty head fighting family my a** you and ur dad s**thouses”I don’t need to throw kicks you was getting knocked spark out you divvy we was making bank on this fight cos of me not you.”I was building it you should be fighting and should be thanking me.”Over and out… no one wants to fight me.”Jake Paul, what are you upto you big fat dummy?”READ MORE SUN STORIESFollowing the axing of Fury vs Till, it has been mentioned that the former MMA fighter will still feature on the Misifts Boxing 20 card, while it’s unclear whether Fury will be in action.Now, the only bout confirmed for the January bill is HSTikkyTokky’s clash with Wade Plemons. More

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      Tommy Fury CANCELS boxing fight against Darren Till 19 days after it was announced as Love Island star issues statement

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      TOMMY FURY has sensationally pulled the plug on his showdown with Darren Till – just 19 DAYS after their Misfits melee was announced.The Love Island sensation was due to face the former UFC welterweight title challenger in Manchester on January 18.Tommy Fury was due to take on former UFC star Darren Till next monthCredit: Instagram @misfitsboxingBut the former Love Island star has pulled the plug on the Misfits meleeCredit: GETTYFury announced his withdrawal from the fight on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM@TOMMYFURYBut Fury – the younger brother of former heavyweight champ Tyson – has axed the fight due to fears Till will make good on his vow to “kick” him in the head.He wrote on Instagram: “For the one simple reason being that Darren has stated over and over that he does not want to abide by professional boxing rules.”And that if he is losing the fight he will resort to kicking and other stupid MMA tactics.”I am a professional boxer, I have been out of the ring for over a year and I wanted this to be a great BOXING fight for the fans. READ MORE ON TOMMY FURY”I have wasted weeks in training camp. We are working hard to get a new opponent and date. “I promise to get a better opponent and better fight for you guys. “Good news around the corner.”It didn’t take long for the outspoken Till to respond to Fury’s withdrawal from their January joust.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd the Liverpudlian blasted the reality TV star for taking his pre-fight trash talk seriously.He wrote on X: ” I was selling the fight to make me and you more money you absolute empty head fighting family my a** you and ur dad s**thousesDarren Till practices illegal boxing move in training for Tommy Fury fight and is happy to risk disqualification “I don’t need to throw kicks you was getting knocked spark out you divvy we was making bank on this fight cos of me not you.”I was building it you should be fighting and should be thanking me.”Over and out… no one wants to fight me.”Till then revealed he’s set his sights on throwing down with Fury’s long-time rival Jake Paul.He continued: “Jake Paul, what are you up to you big fat dummy?”Till first threatened to uncork a head kick on Fury during their fiery pre-fight press conference last month.He also had to deal with verbal jabs from Fury’s outspoken dad, John. And all hell broke loose when John threw water in the direction of the MMA star, who had to be held back by security.And according to Till, Fury decided to pull out of the fight last weekend.Tommy Fury hasn’t fought since his showdown with KSI last OctoberCredit: GETTYDarren Till left the UFC in March 2023Credit: GETTYThe Liverpudlian blasted Fury for his withdrawal in multiple social media videosCredit: X@DARRENTILL2He wrote on X: “I have only just found out that my team knew Tommy Fury was pulling out of the fight Sunday and didn’t want to tell me.”Because they were trying to get John Fury on the phone but he’s not answering calls apparently.”Tommy you was never ready for that date you crazy s**thouse don’t ever show ur face again!!!”Till’s manager also took to Twitter shortly after Fury announced his withdrawal, revealing the former UFC welter and middleweight agreed to forfeit his purse if he broke any rules.Lee Eaton wrote: “Just to clarify, Darren was asked to sell the fight and he did.READ MORE SUN STORIES”DT even offered to forfeit his entire purse if he broke professional boxing rules.”Misfits Boxing have confirmed Darren Till will still be fighting January 18!!!” More

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      Son fumes at Tottenham flops and tells them to applaud fans after Bournemouth defeat as fans brand them ’embarrassing’

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      SON HEUNG-MIN furiously urged his Tottenham team-mates to applaud the travelling fans following their 1-0 loss to Bournemouth.Ange Postecoglou’s men went down to a Dean Huijsen header on Thursday night as they slipped to 10th in the Premier League table.Son Heung-min furiously urged his team-mates to go over to the Tottenham fansCredit: XHe was seen aggravated by their refusal to address the supportersCredit: XSon eventually got the players to go over to the away supportCredit: XThe Spurs captain applauded the fans following the Bournemouth lossCredit: XSince their resounding 4-0 win away at champions Manchester City, they have failed to win any of their next three matches against Roma, Fulham and Bournemouth.The Spurs supporters reacted furiously to manager Postecoglou when he went over to the visiting contingent at the end of the game.He later admitted “I didn’t like what was being said,” and that “They gave me some direct feedback”.But Spurs skipper Son, 32, still felt it important for the players to do the same as Postecoglou and acknowledge the fans by going over to them.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd when some of his team-mates did not seem to be doing the same, he aggressively urged them to go over.Son could be seen gesturing to head towards the fans despite the volatile reaction they were receiving.In response to the video on social media, one fan labelled the Spurs players’ reluctance to address the fans “embarrassing”.While another added: “Wouldn’t blame him [Son] for leaving, this is not the club he loved it’s a different pile of c*** now.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd a third said: “A real captain.”Son, who has been at Spurs since 2015, has scored 166 goals in 422 games for the club.Shock moment Ange Postecoglou confronts Tottenham fans as livid supporters vent X-rated fury at bossHe has four goals and four assists in 15 appearances so far this season, but the team’s inconsistency is frustrating supporters.And it means Postecoglou is under pressure heading into a London derby with Chelsea on Sunday. More

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      Bournemouth star copies viral meme as celebration explained after breaking club record to pile pressure on Postecoglou

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      BOURNEMOUTH star Dean Huijsen recreated a viral meme as he celebrated his goal against Tottenham last night.The Cherries defeated Spurs 1-0 at the Vitality Stadium courtesy of Huijsen’s first-half header.Dean Huijsen celebrates his goal against TottenhamCredit: ReutersHuijsen mimicked the chill guy meme that has swept social mediaCredit: Instagram @PhillipBanksAfter nodding home Marcus Tavernier’s corner, Huijsen mimicked the “chill guy” meme that has swept social media in recent days.Wearing a calm smile, the defender tucked his hands into his shorts as if they had pockets as he faced delirious supporters.Huijsen’s goal made him Bournemouth’s youngest-ever Premier League goalscorer at 19 years and 235 days old.The summer signing from Juventus was starting in place of injured Marco Senesi and could keep his spot for Sunday’s trip to Ipswich.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile Cherries boss Andoni Iraola was overjoyed at his side’s display, Ange Postecoglou felt heat from the travelling Tottenham supporters.After the game the Aussie appeared to speak to a fan during a tense exchange, as supporters booed him.Lifting the lid on the incident, Postecoglou, 59, said: “They’re disappointed and rightly so and they gave me some direct feedback, which is taken on board.“I didn’t like what was being said because I’m a human being but you’ve got to cop it.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“I’ve been around long enough to know when things don’t go well you’ve got to understand the frustration and disappointment.“And they’re rightly disappointed because we let a game of football get away from us. But that’s OK. I’m OK with all that.Ange Postecoglou ‘determined to get it right’ after Tottenham lose at Bournemouth “All I can say is I’m really disappointed (with the performance) and I’m determined to get it right and will keep fighting until we do.”Spurs will return to action on Sunday with a tricky London derby against Chelsea at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Ange Postecoglou was involved in a tense exchange with a fanCredit: Getty More

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      Carsley prepares ‘top secret’ dossier for Tuchel and reveals the two stars he wishes he could have called up for England

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      LEE CARSLEY revealed he has been compiling a “top secret” dossier for Thomas Tuchel.The England interim coach is set to return to the Under-21s, but not before he completes his final task.Lee Carsley revealed the two players he wish he called upCredit: GettyCarsley is preparing a dossier for Thomas TuchelCarsley is preparing a report for Tuchel with the German set to begin in his role as England manager next month.The dossier is “top secret” but is understood to contain a detailed profile of every England player.Tuchel, if he chooses to read it, will be informed of each player’s strengths and weakness and what role suits them best.It is hoped the document will help to prevent any problems, as playing players in their best positions was key for Carsley during his reign.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe told The Times: “I thought it was important that we always try to play to the players’ strengths.“You’ve seen us do that in the past, trying not to ever ask players to do something they’re not capable of. We’re trying to get the best out of them. “Anything that we did in terms of adjusting tactically was based around what the players could do and their capabilities. I thought they all did really well.”Carsley called up several players for the first time who previously featured for him with the U21s, and against Ireland four scored on debut.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSForgotten England stars could benefit from Tuchel appointmentWITH Thomas Tuchel announced as the next England manager, a few forgotten stars might be hopeful of a return to the international set up.The former Chelsea and Bayern Munich manager usually uses a 3-4-3 formation.That could provide an opening for Mason Mount, who’s not been involved in the England set-up since the World Cup in 2022.The now Manchester United star enjoyed his most successful spell under Tuchel while the pair were at Stamford Bridge.Tuchel could also offer lifelines to other previously capped players such as Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Eric Dier.RLC has excelled since his move to AC Milan and with England struggling to find a partner for Rice, he could be the surprise answer.Meanwhile, Dier played for Tuchel at Bayern Munich as part of a back-three last season.The defender did enough to convince the club to make his loan move permanent after he had fallen out of favour at Tottenham.Click here to see the full England XI who could play under Tuchel.But he wished he could have given debuts to two more stars who missed out due to injury – Liverpool’s Harvey Elliot and Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey.Carsley feels they would have adjusted well to the jump up to senior level, while he plans to involve a few new faces in the U21s including Jobe Bellingham, Jude’s younger brother.Lee Carsley hailed for ‘best football England have ever played’ as fans say ‘can we rip up Tuchel’s contract-‘ More

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      Van Nistelrooy set to raid Man Utd for wonderkid with ‘freakish’ training stats as he targets Leicester loan transfer

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      RUUD VAN NISTELROOY is set to raid his former club Manchester United to improve his Leicester City squad.The Dutchman made a dream start to life at the King Power by leading the Foxes to a 3-1 win over West Ham on Tuesday night.Toby Collyer is on Leicester’s radarCredit: AlamyRuud van Nistelrooy is a huge fan of the youngsterCredit: GettyAfter a whirlwind first few days at the relegation-threatened club, Van Nistelrooy is identifying areas of the team he wants to improve in the January transfer window.SunSport has learned the ex-Man Utd interim is planning to use his contacts at Old Trafford to sign starlet Toby Collyer.Van Nistelrooy is set to make a loan bid for the 20-year-old midfielder.The new Leicester boss believes he could be a key asset in their battle to avoid the drop.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe worked closely with Collyer during his time as assistant to Erik ten Hag.The highly-rated youngster has produced “freakish” running stats in training that can only be bettered by Bruno Fernandes. United have no interest in selling Collyer, who joined the club’s academy two years ago from Brighton.But they could be open-minded to a loan move, especially to a manager who they know will give him opportunities in the first-team.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSCollyer made his senior debut in the Community Shield defeat to Manchester City in August.He has since featured twice, including as half-time sub for Casemiro as United were beaten 3-0 by Liverpool in the Premier League.Pundit Steve Sidwell has tipped Collyer to be a “shining star just like Kobbie Mainoo”.Gary Neville throws DRINK over Carragher after Liverpool blow Newcastle lead as fans say ‘he was gonna go for him there’ More