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      Name of brand new F1 track revealed as venue set to be replaced after hosting races for 35 years

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      PLANS for a brand new Formula One track with a quirky name in Spain have been unveiled.The hybrid street circuit in Madrid, which will take over the Spanish Grand Prix next year, has been given a face-lift. The 2026 Spanish GP has been given a new name at a new trackCredit: autosportRace promoters have announced the track will be named “Madring”.The Spanish Grand Prix has been held in Montmelo, Barcelona, for the last 35 years, but will move to Madrid next year.The name of the urban circuit and the brand image were announced on Monday, merging the city’s name with “ring”.”Ring” is a term often associated with racing circuits in the F1 world, such as in Hungaroring, Nurburgring and Hockenheimring.READ MORE IN F1A statement read: “Formula 1 circuits are typically referred to by the city or region where they are located – Monza, Imola, Interlagos, Spa, Silverstone, Miami, Las Vegas.“However, their full official names are rarely used. For this reason, Madring aims to establish a concise and memorable identity that directly references its host city, is instantly recognisable worldwide, and requires no translation.”Madring will have 5,474 km layout, with 20 corners and an estimated qualifying lap time of 1 minute and 32 seconds.The aim is for a hybrid 3.4-mile circuit featuring street and non-street sections, subject to FIA approval. Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe Jarama circuit, north of the Spanish capital, already held F1 races decades ago.The track was originally referred to as the Ifema Madrid Circuit, in reference to the exhibition centre on the same site.Man City legend Sergio Aguero’s new career as a racing driver for PorscheF1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Liam LawsonFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and Isack HadjarHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban OconIt is also very close to the airport and passes right next to Real Madrid’s training facilities.The circuit, however, has been met with some criticism from local residents.Locals are arguing that noise levels will exceed the maximum levels required in the area where the race will take place.New F1 racing regulations and a brand new team will also be introduced in the 2026 season.F1 is due to have two races in Spain next year.The permanent circuit outside Barcelona has one year to run on its contract after this season and is therefore expected to appear on the 2026 F1 calendar.It has held the Spanish GP every year since it opened in 1991.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe new circuit has a 10-year deal to host F1, ensuring the Madring will remain on the calendar until at least 2035. The promoter is reported to have paid almost £427m for the race. More

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      Kalvin Phillips could be set for fairytale Leeds transfer return after former club scout on-loan Man City star

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      KALVIN PHILLIPS could be set for a fairytale return to Leeds as the club plan for life in the Premier League.Daniel Farke’s side are clear favourites to win the Championship and secure a return to the top-flight.Kalvin Phillips could make a sensational return to LeedsCredit: RexPhillips previously spent 12 years at LeedsCredit: GettyAnd the Elland Road side are already looking to build a squad that can survive.Leeds scouts have been tracking the progress of Phillips, who has spent this season on loan at Ipswich from Manchester City.The ex-England midfielder is likely to leave the Etihad at the end of the season with Ipswich looking doomed to relegation.Phillips left his boyhood club for City back in 2022 in a £45million deal.Read More in FootballHe’s had a nightmare time at the Etihad, playing just 16 times in the Premier League in two seasons before being loaned to West Ham and then the Tractor Boys.But Phillips remains a firm favourite among fans in Yorkshire, and would be welcomed back to Leeds with open arms.Phillips’ social media activity would suggest his ties to the club remain strong.Last week he commented on the form of Leeds’ flying winger Dan James, who is continuing to set the Championship alight.Most read in ChampionshipCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsThe Welshman has discovered a new side to himself over the last two seasons at Elland Road, having managed 23 goals and 17 assists in 76 appearances since returning from his loan at Fulham.Only Joel Piroe has more Championship goal contributions for Leeds this season, with the team currently topping the league table with 11 games to play.Frank Lampard shows his disappointment after Coventry defeat to Leeds With three goals and four assists to his name in February, the 27-year-old was awarded Championship Player of the Month.Responding to the news, Phillips liked the official post.The Whites will likely be planning for promotion back to the Premier League as the season comes to a close. And they have been heavily linked with a move for Roma striker Tammy Abraham.Manor Solomon’s future at Elland Road will also be a top priority.The on-loan midfielder has already registered seven goals and seven assists in the league this season. More

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      Sidemen charity match presenter Elz the Witch leaves little to imagination in bold skintight leather outfit at Wembley

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      ELZ the Witch left little to the imagination with a bold skintight outfit to present the Sidemen charity match.She is well known for her work in the gaming world and returned to the role after presenting the event twice before.Elz the Witch stunned in a red leather dressCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchShe wore the outfit as she hosted the Sidemen charity matchCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchShe has hosted the event twice beforeCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchShe spoke to the Sidemen team after the matchCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchShe also interviewed ZerkaCredit: INSTAGRAM @elzthewitchThe charity match saw the YouTube group Sidemen play the YouTube All Stars at a packed out Wembley Stadium.The latter won the match after a penalty shootout was needed to separate the teams following a 9-9 draw.But it was Elz who stole the show with her bold outfit.She rocked up to the event in a red skintight leather dress with matching boots and tights.READ MORE ON SIDEMENTo complete the look, she had a red coat that hung down to her calves.She shared a post after the match thanking the Sidemen for inviting her back.It read: “So I hosted at Wembley in front of 90,000 people.”Thank you Sidemen for having me back for a third time.Most read in Football”£4.7million raised for charity, on international women’s day.”The post was accompanied with multiple pictures of Elz in the stunning outfit.Sidemen 9 YouTube All Stars 9- iShowSpeed scores crucial penalty as AngryGinge spared of last-gasp howlerElz made her name in the gaming worldCredit: GettyShe has built an enormous following onlineCredit: GettyShe has over half a million followers on YouTube and InstagramCredit: GettyShe often wows fans with her daring looksCredit: InstagramThere were also snaps of her interviewing YouTube stars such as Mr Beast, KSI and Zerker.The post was seen by her 342k followers on the platform who flooded the comment section with praise.One posted: “Woman of the day.”A second wrote: “She was the real half time show.”A third commented: “The outfit ate so hard.”A fourth said: “The red fit is so iconic.”Another added: “You killed it as always!! Still not over the outfit.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe match also had plenty of drama as Max Fosh tried SHREDDING a yellow card he was shown by referee Mark Clattenburg.Meanwhile, Logan Paul suplexed Joe Weller in a WWE-style celebration after the first goal of the game.She hosted the match back in 2023 at the London StadiumCredit: X @elzthewitchShe looked devilish with this outfitCredit: GettyShe often stuns in cosplay outfitsCredit: GettyElz rocked a figure-hugging pink outfitCredit: GettyShe pulled off a brilliant Jessica Rabbit lookCredit: GettyShe looked glamorous at the world premiere of ‘Dune: Part Two’ at Leicester SquareCredit: Getty More

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      Johnny Fisher says Chinese takeaway will be his secret ingredient for Dave Allen rematch… and reveals famous order

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      JOHNNY FISHER hopes reintroducing Chinese takeaway into his fight diet will be the special ingredient for his rematch against Dave Allen. Fisher abstained from his favourite fast food for six months before beating Allen via controversial decision in Saudi Arabia in December.Johnny Fisher is bringing a Chinese takeaway back into his fight dietCredit: Instagram @johnnyfisher1Fisher with his TikTok famous dad Big JohnCredit: Instagram @johnnyfisher1But he is going back to his roots ahead of the May 17 rematch by bringing back his trademark weekend treat. Fisher, 26, told SunSport: “I love a Chinese. Sometimes it ain’t a bad thing on a Saturday night to have a big fuel up.”Because yeah, it’s nice to stick to it all the time like I did on my last fight, but sometimes you need a bit of c**p in your system and a bit of a bit of hair on your chest, you know.”A bit of egg fried rice ain’t a problem. Last time I didn’t have a Chinese in six months before that fight, but I don’t even think that’s a good thing.READ MORE IN BOXING”Bit of Chinese ain’t gonna hurt you, do you know what I mean? Bit of chunk on you, it’s not a problem.”Fisher’s dad Big John has become a viral TikTok sensation for his love of Chinese food and loyalty to his favourite takeaway restaurant. The Fisher family sit down for a meal every Saturday and Johnny has the order memorised. But whether he is victorious against Allen again or not, the 13-0 heavyweight will have to wait to enjoy his celebratory feast. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSJohnny Fisher’s Chinese takeaway order Egg fried riceSpecial fried riceHouse special Chow MeinSweet and sour chicken Hong Kong styleCrispy pork,Beef Cantonese styleChicken ballsPork ballsChicken and sweetcorn salt soupFisher said: “After a good night’s work, Chinese is when it’s best felt.”On the night of the fight though, I don’t actually feel like eating after the fight, it’s just the adrenaline’s pumping.John Fisher opens up on his son’s brutal fight against Dave Allen after he needed brain scan “So Sunday night’s normally the Chinese night after a fight.”Fisher was down in round five against Allen and deemed fortunate to have walked away with his unbeaten record intact.But the Romford Bull looks to silence any doubters by heading right into a rematch to settle the score once and for all. Fisher, who had a brain scan after the win, said: “It was always in the back of my mind that I wanted to do it again because it was a close fight. “But then I watched it back and thought I won by one round. There’s always other opportunities – my life don’t revolve around this rematch. “But something in the back of my mind wanted to do it again – so let’s do it.” Fisher rematches Dave Allen on May 17Credit: PAFisher won the first fight on pointsCredit: Getty More

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      Neymar’s sister’s ‘cursed’ birthday strikes for the TENTH time as Brazil star misses game with ‘discomfort’

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      NEYMAR’S sister’s infamous birthday curse has struck for the TENTH time as the forward missed his first Santos match at the weekend.Rafaella Santos celebrates her big day on March 11.Neymar’s sister’s birthday curse has struck againCredit: Instagram @neymarjrInjury forced Neymar out of Santos’ match against CorinthiansCredit: ReutersRafaella Santos’ birthday is on March 11Neymar has missed a match around the date every year for ten yearsCredit: Instagram @neymarjrAnd it’s become a running joke in football that Neymar miraculously always seems to pick up and injury or suspension to coincide with festivities.There is no indication the Brazil legend does it on purpose.But Santos’ trip to Corinthians on Sunday evening marked the TENTH time in the last 11 seasons that he’s missed the game nearest Rafaella’s birthday.Neymar suffered a devastating injury blow in 2023 as he tore his ACL shortly after his massive money move to Al-Hilal and barely featured for the Saudi club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut those issues finally appeared to be behind him as Neymar featured in seven out of seven games for Santos since his emotional return to his boyhood club at the end of January.However he was unable to play in Santos’ Campeonato Paulista semi-final defeat to Corinthians.Neymar, 33, explained his absence was due to a feeling of discomfort.He wrote on Instagram: “All I wanted was to be on the field today and help my teammates in some way… but last Thursday, I felt some discomfort, which kept me from playing today. We did a test this morning, and I felt it again!Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSGames Neymar has missed on his sister’s birthday2013/14 – Neymar was an unused substitute for Barcelona on March 16 during his year at Barcelona.2014/15 – Picked up a yellow card which led to a suspension on March 8.2015/16 – Ruled out with a suspension returning on March 12.2016/17 – Unavailable for a match on March 12 due to a muscular injury.2017/18 – Neymar missed the remainder of the season from February having suffered a metatarsal fracture.2018/19 – The Brazilian star was ruled out again for the same issue as the previous year but only the whole of February and March this time.2019/20 – Surprisingly played and scored on March 11 in a 2-0 win over Dortmund in a Champions League tie.2020/21 – Missed a Ligue 1 fixture on March 13 with having sustained a muscular injury in the game prior.2022/23 – Missed PSG’s 2-1 win at Brest on March 12, after injuring his ankle ligaments in a nasty tackle following PSG’s 4-3 win over Lille. That injury ruled him out for the remainder of the season.2023/24 – Pick up an ACL injury at Al-Hilal which ruled him out2024/25 – Feeling of discomfort meant he missed Santos vs Corinthians”Unfortunately, this is part of football… It didn’t work out today, but we’ll come back even stronger to fight for our goals!”It has become a recurring theme for Neymar to be unavailable around March 11 since 2014.Neymar ‘set to buy £7million six-acre private ISLAND’ which has four spectacular villas in tropical waters off BrazilHe has missed matches due to suspension but mostly because of injury, often unnamed muscle problems.Santos coach Pedro Caixinha defended Neymar’s absence, saying: “Our commitment is to do everything within our reach to prevent Neymar from getting injured. “And some discomfort is not an injury. He wasn’t in condition to give his best. Now, we’re not going to create an issue where none exists.” More

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      Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards: Date, start time, TV channel and undercard

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      THREE Bantamweight titles are up for grabs as Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards go head-to-head on Saturday night!Cain will be fighting in his hometown of Liverpool and will be defending his WBC International Silver Bantamweight belt – but that’s not the only title on the line.Charlie Edwards is back in action on the undercard of Nick Ball vs TJ DOhenyThe 28-year-old star will also be defending his British and Commonwealth bantamweight titles against Charlie Edwards.Cain defeated Lazaro Casseres by TKO in the second round in his last fight.He faces Charlie Edwards, 31, who has not lost a professional bout since 2016.Edwards was victorious against Thomas Essomba by unanimous decision as he looks to continue his rebuild towards another world title tilt.More Boxing NewsThe bout is set as the co-main event of the fight card which is known as ‘Hard Days Night’. The Liverpool card also features a massive world title fight between Nick Ball and TJ Doheny as the main event.When is Andrew Cain vs Charlie EdwardsThe Fight is live from the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on Saturday, March 15.The card is set to start at 7pm GMT.The ring walk for Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards is scheduled for approximately 9pm GMT.What TV channel is Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards on and can it be streamed?Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards will be available on TNT Sports and Discovery+.Viewers will need a TNT Sports subscription in order to watch the fight.Alternatively, coverage will be available via SunSport’s live blog.Most read in BoxingFull cardNick Ball vs TJ Doheny – for WBA featherweight titleAndrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards – for British & Commonwealth bantamweight titles and WBC Silver titlesBrad Strand vs Ionut Baluta – for European super-bantamweight titleJadier Herrera vs Jose EnriquezJack Turner vs Ryan FarragBoma Brown vs Cristian UwakaJack Power vs Jose AguirreStephen Clarke vs Dmitri ProtkunasWilliam Birchall vs Engel GomezLucas Biswana vs Ezequiel GregoresLewis Lawton vs Artjom SpatarLeighton Birchall vs Laszlo Bernath More

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      ‘Why is he sliding like he’s celebrating?’ – Monaco keeper makes two shocking blunders in seconds to give away goal

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      MONACO goalkeeper Radoslaw Majecki dropped an almighty double clanger in a matter of seconds to throw away victory for his side.Monaco looked set for a 1-0 win thanks to former Liverpool star Takumi Minamino’s opener in the 17th minute away in Toulouse. Monaco were 1-0 up in the 90th minute before Aron Donnum hit a long ballMonaco goalkeeper Radoslaw Majecki clattered into his own team-mateIn his efforts to recover, Majecki came sliding in too quicklyAnd he slid all the way off the pitchCredit: Ligue 1But Toulouse goalscorer Frank Magri calmly slot homeThe Polish keeper was off the pitch when Toulouse equalised at the deathThe Japan star’s goal looked like it was going a huge way towards helping Monaco secure a top-four finish in Ligue 1.That was until disaster struck for the Polish stopper in the 91st minute.Toulouse midfielder’s Aron Donnum long ball over the top got caught between Majecki and Thilo Kehrer on the edge of the box.It bounced as Majecki stood with his arms out as if he was going to collect it before Kehrer slipped over.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe team-mates Majecki clattered into each other, before the ball snuck between them and got in behind.Toulouse striker Frank Magri capitalised on the mix-up and bided his time as the Monaco pair clambered back to their goal.But it’s what Majecki did next in rushing the recovery that has everybody talking. As Magri took control of the ball and cut inside, Majecki came rapidly sliding in on his knees and went off the pitch. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHis reaction was too hasty before Magri simply held onto the ball for an extra second, before slotting home the equaliser. Majecki was only walking back onto the pitch when the ball hit the back of the net.Gianluigi Donnarumma suffers horror facial injuries after sickening tackle that could have blinded himThe devastated goalkeeper fell to his knees, with his head in his hands as Toulouse stars celebrated.One fan wrote: ” Why does he slide across as if he wanted to do a knee slide celebration?”A second said: “Where does the goalkeeper go? 🤣🤣”A third joked: “He really mastered the art of the knee slide 😂.”Another added: “The first mistake was bad enough, without sliding in like that. Shocking!”Monaco missed out on the chance to go third in the table behind Nice, while Toulouse sit 10th. More

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      Annie Kilner spotted in backseat of estranged husband Kyle Walker’s car after fresh twist in pair’s troubled marriage

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      KYLE Walker’s estranged wife Annie Kilner has been spotted in the backseat of his car.It comes after Annie, 31, who shares four sons with the AC Milan player, 34, hinted at a fresh twist in the pair’s troubled marriage.Kyle Walker with Annie in Cheshire todayCredit: ZenpixThe on-loan City defender was seen smiling and in a happy moodCredit: ZenpixWalker joined AC Milan on loan in the January transfer windowCredit: GettyWalker, who is on loan at AC Milan from Manchester City, looked in good spirits on his return to Cheshire.Casually clad for the outing, Kyle donned a plain white T-shirt with jeans and a black Celine baseball cap. He was seen smiling and giving a thumbs up as he walked around the front of his car with Annie in tow.Kyle has been dividing his time between Italy and the UK after his transfer move, heading home regularly to see his wife and their four children. Read More in FootballEngland right-back Walker, was seen partying with two women last month.The 34-year-old took them to Tocqueville 13 in Milan, one of the city’s most popular nightclubs.The former Prem ace enjoyed a £5,300 Super VIP extravagance with the pair at the star-studded establishment.Sources at the nightclub say the group partied into the early hours.Most read in FootballIt all happened just one day after his wife, Annie Kilner, and their children flew back to the UK.However, that was before we revealed a significant thawing in relations between Annie and Kyle with the couple said to be “working through their issues.”Inside Kyle Walker’s night with 2 party girls in Milan day after wife Annie flew home – & his whopping bar bill revealedA source said: “Annie was far from happy and made her feelings clear. Kyle denies anything went on and says he was asked to give the girls a lift.”He’s clearly put himself in a difficult situation given his reputation.”It’s the lack of thought for Annie and how it might look that has caused the upset.”But while Annie was said to be upset about the encounter, she hinted that she had patched things up with Kyle on the weekend in a fresh twist.Annie used her married name for the first time professionally on Saturday, despite her marital woes.The model, 31, referred to herself as Annie Walker to plug her jewellery range. Taking to her Stories, Annie modelled a dazzling diamond bracelet with a caption which read: “Demure. Founded by Annie Walker & Sophie Haynes”.Lauryn Goodman who went to court in a fight for cash with Walker – has hit out at him on social media following his night out in Milan.Commenting on an Instagram post, she wrote: “But the judge said he’s honest and reliable…”Lauryn was understood to be preparing to move abroad to Italy in recent weeks to be closer to the father of her children.But for now she is staying in England.READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile, Annie and her footballer husband have called off their divorce.They still regularly see each other, although Annie does not tend to wear her wedding ring.Kyle previously hit the town with two party girls — 24 hours after wife Annie flew home to EnglandCredit: BackGridLove-rat Walker was spotted with the ladies at a hotel bar and club until around 2amCredit: BackGrid More