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      ‘Proud’ Adam Collard shows support for Laura Woods from hospital bed as fiancee makes TNT Sports return

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      ADAM COLLARD supported fiancee Laura Woods from his hospital bed as she made her TNT Sports return.The presenter was back on our screens for Barcelona’s Champions League clash with Inter Milan after giving birth to the pair’s first child.Laura Woods returned to TNT Sports for Barcelona vs Inter Milan after her maternity leaveCredit: TNT SportsAdam Collard showed support for his fiance from his hospital bedCredit: Instagram @adamcollardCollard underwent back surgeryCredit: Instagram @adamcollardHe thanked Woods for the support she has given him during his health strugglesCredit: InstagramThe pair welcomed baby Leo into the world in JanuaryCredit: https://www.instagram.com/laurawoodsy/Woods, 37, had spent the previous 13 weeks on maternity leave since welcoming baby Leo in January as she settled into life as a mum.She has also been busy supporting Collard, who has struggled with a back problem in the last few months.The former Love Island star underwent surgery on Wednesday before offering support to his partner after watching Woods on TNT Sports.He shared a photo from his hospital bed of him watching Woods in action.READ MORE ON LAURA WOODSHe wrote: “Now watching my girl from the bed on her first day back.”Proud of her after only 13 weeks getting back into the mix and I can’t tell you how much she’s been my rock throughout this whole injury, process and the last six months in general on all fronts.”Collard, 29, also shared some pre and post-surgery snaps of himself in a hospital gown.He captioned the two Instagram stories: “Back surgery…completed it mate.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSWoods watched her beloved Arsenal in action against PSG on Tuesday with Collard and Leo.She kicked off her return with a pre-recorded monologue setting the scene for the semi-final clash.Laura Woods gives birth to first child with Adam Collard as couple reveal sweet name in adorable post And later quipped that every English person is an Arsenal fan because they are the only Premier League team left in the Champions League – prompting sniggers from her colleagues.Close pal Ally McCoist could not resist a cheeky dig at Woods’ expense by referencing PSG’s victory over the Gunners with a wry smile. More

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      Max Verstappen in last-ditch dash to Miami GP with girlfriend Kelly Piquet set to give birth to baby any day

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN is making a last-minute dash to the Miami Grand Prix after skipping media duties with girlfriend Kelly Piquet expecting a baby any day. Verstappen, 27, announced last December that he would be becoming a father with his first child.Max Verstappen delayed his flight to the Miami Grand Prix to be with his pregnant girlfriend Kelly PiquetCredit: GettyPiquet is set to give birth any day – with a due date on May 6Credit: GettyBrazilian model Piquet, 36, is the daughter of three-time world champion Nelson Piquet and has a five-year-old daughter, Penelope, with ex-F1 driver Daniil Kvyat.The due date is May 6 – two days after the race in Florida.But SunSport understands Verstappen delayed his flight out to the United States to be at home with Kelly in Monaco. As reported by Motorsport.com, his private jet was spotted leaving an airport in Nice on Thursday morning. READ MORE ON F1It means he did not arrive in time to fulfil his media duties on Thursday. But Red Bull insist that the Dutch driver is expected at the circuit in Florida on Friday.A statement from the team said: “Please note that Max will not be attending media day in Miami as he is expecting a baby.“All is well and he will attend track tomorrow for the race weekend.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“We will not be offering any further comment at this time in respect towards the privacy of Max and his family.”Practice 1 takes place on Friday lunchtime Miami time – six hours behind the time zone in Monaco – with sprint qualifying later in the afternoon.Max Verstappen’s glam Wag Kelly Piquet risks wardrobe malfunction braless in open jacket as fans say ‘girl, you slay’There is then the sprint race at 12pm on Saturday plus qualifying for the Grand Prix at 4pm.Lights out on race day is 24 hours later at 4pm on Sunday.And it is understood Verstappen is hoping to line up on the grid where he will try and cut the gap on Oscar Piastri. The Australian sits top of the drivers’ standings on 99 points, ten clear of McLaren team-mate Lando Norris – with Verstappen third on 87. Despite becoming a dad, the four-time reigning world champ is not set to miss a race, with a brief window before Imola which will take place from May 16 to 18.Despite Verstappen looking on course to continue racing for now, it is thought he may decide to take next year off from the sport. Read More on The SunRed Bull adviser Helmut Marko stoked flames last month by saying the concern about the Dutchman leaving was “great” and an unnamed F1 driver said he believes Verstappen most likely route is a season on the sidelines. Verstappen and Piquet started dating in 2020 – four years after meeting at a dinner – after her relationship with Kvyat. Verstappen is set to race in Miami this weekend despite the upcoming arrivalCredit: RexThe couple announced there were expecting last DecemberCredit: instagram/@kellypiquet/Verstappen will become a dad for the first timeCredit: GettyKelly has a daughter from a previous relationship with Daniil KvyatCredit: https://www.instagram.com/kellypiquet/?hl=en More

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      World champ green lights Jake Paul ‘money fight’ after hearing YouTuber’s sensational KO claim

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      A BOXING world champion has given the green light to a “money fight” with Jake Paul.The Problem Child has made many a bold claim since dipping his toes into the world of professional boxing in January 2020.Jake Paul has made several bold claims since making his professional boxing debut in 2020Credit: EPA’The Problem’ Child recently claimed he’d knock out Anthony JoshuaCredit: REUTERSPaul has also claimed he’d get the better of WBC cruiserweight champ Badou JackCredit: REUTERS’The Ripper’ has welcomed a ‘money fight’ against the YouTuberCredit: GETTYPaul’s immense self-belief has prompted sensational declarations that he can knock out the likes of Anthony Joshua and Canelo Alvarez.Among the names of current and former world champions Paul has claimed he can render unconscious is current WBC cruiserweight king Badou Jack.’The Ripper’ was stunned to hear Paul’s assessment of how a fight between them would go down, telling SunSport: “He said that? When?”The Swede, who returns to the ring on Saturday night against Noel Mikaelian, added: “I never heard about that, whatever. It’s a money fight.READ MORE ON JAKE PAUL”It’s an easy fight and it’s a money fight So, why not?”Paul hasn’t fought since his controversial crossover clash with boxing icon Mike Tyson last November.The clash of generational superstars proved to be a glorified sparring match as it went the full eight rounds, in which Tyson offered very little.Paul had his hand raised courtesy of a unanimous decision victory, although he clearly could’ve stopped the fight whenever he wanted to.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHe’ll face much more resistance in his next outing when he locks horns with another former world champion.Former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr – the son of Mexican boxing icon Julio Cesar Chavez – has been picked as Paul’s opponent for his June 28 return to action.Jake Paul reveals what Joshua told him on phone after ‘doesn’t have a chin’ jibe And Paul has vowed to take a giant step towards his dream of becoming a world titleholder by knocking out the 39-year-old.He said: “Five years ago, I stepped into the ring for my pro debut after a single amateur fight.”And every fight since has been a step towards becoming world champion. I just defeated the baddest man on the planet, and now I’m going against a former champion who conman Canelo couldn’t finish.”Chavez Jr. is Mexican, but I, El Gallo De Dorado, have the will and heart of the great Mexican fighters.On Saturday, June 28, live on DAZN pay-per-view, I will knock out Julio and make Chávez Sr. proud in ways Jr. never has.” More

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      Thierry Henry calls for dramatic Champions League rule change after Barcelona and Inter Milan’s six-goal thriller

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      THIERRY HENRY has claimed he’d like to see the away goals rule return after Barcelona and Inter Milan’s goal-laden Champions League semi-final.Inter Milan were millimetres away from securing an historic win in the first leg after former Arsenal and Manchester United midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan was flagged offside after scoring late in the second half.Thierry Henry has called for the away goal rule to be reinstatedThuram’s clever flick gave Inter Milan the lead after just 30 secondsCredit: GettyThe semi-automated offside showed just how close Mkhitaryan came to giving the visitors the lead going into the second leg at the San Siro next week. Barcelona twice fought back to restore parity in the match and were behind within the first minute after Marcus Thuram’s clever back-heeled flick left Wojciech Szczesny rooted.Then Denzel Dumfries doubled the visitor’s lead with an acrobatic overhead kick following a corner. But only minutes later Lamine Yamal came to life and pulled one back for Barcelona. Read more football newsThe 17-year-old Yamal was electric all match, and Ferran Torres pulled Barcelona level before half-time. Against the run of play, Dumfries scored his second to put Inter ahead once more, but a thunderous strike from Raphinha pegged back the visitors once more.After a breathless display from both sides, Henry suggested that Inter Milan should have perhaps deserved more for their effort.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSpeaking about the away goals rule, Henry said: “I know it’s been like that for a very [long] time, and we have to accept it.Most read in Football”But off air I was talking to Jamie [Carragher], and I was like, ‘how can you score three goals away from home and you don’t have an advantage?”Absolute cinema’ – Kate Abdo dubbed ‘real talent’ after showing off incredible Spanish in Lamine Yamal interviewBut Yamal’s strike brought the hosts back into the gameCredit: Alamy”Away goals for me were massive, you score three goals away and you still don’t have an advantage 0-0 at home.”The rule was scrapped by Uefa in 2021, but gave added weight to goals scored by visiting teams, acting as a tiebreaker in the case that knockout ties ended level on aggregate.During his time as Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger argued that the away goals rule had too much weight and it encouraged the home team to take fewer risks.Without the rule, this semi-final will go to extra-time and penalties if the teams cannot be separated, meaning Inter’s three away goals go unrewarded. The winner will proceed to the Champions League final, with Henry admitting he was surprised by this Inter Milan performance.The French icon said: “I didn’t think that Inter Milan was going to perform how they did for how they played recently.”You have to give them a lot of credit for matching up what Barcelona gave them, coming strong in the game. To be honest, I didn’t expect that.” More

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      ‘World’s sexiest footballer’ Alisha Lehmann ‘BREAKS UP’ with Douglas Luiz as ex-Villa stars prepares to quit Juventus

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      ALISHA LEHMANN has reportedly split from Douglas Luiz.The pair met at Aston Villa and began dating in 2021.Alisha Lehmann and Douglas Luiz have reportedly splitCredit: instagram @alishalehmann7The pair made a double transfer to Juventus last summerCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7Lehmann wants to stay in Turin and is under contract until 2027Credit: Instagram @tezenisofficialShe helped Juventus Women win the Serie A titleCredit: instagramThey both completed transfers to Juventus last summer, with Lehmann helping the women’s side win Serie A this season.Lehmann, who is known as the ‘world’s sexiest footballer’, celebrated wildly with her team-mates on the pitch but Luiz was not present at the match.Reports in Italy suggest the couple have split up.It has been claimed by Gazzetta dello Sport that they have not been together for some time.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe report adds Luiz is keen to quit Juventus, while Lehmann wants to remain in Turin.The midfielder is contracted at the club until 2027 and is aiming to nail down a regular spot in the team after an injury-hit season.Lehmann, 27, has completed 90 minutes in a match just once since her arrival from Villa.The win over Fiorentina, which clinched the title, was Lehmann’s first start since she completed the match against Sassuolo in November.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFans baffled as Mark Goldbridge ‘chats up Alisha Lehmann’ on Baller League live watchalongLuiz, 26, has also struggled for game time with injuries limiting him to just three league starts.Reports claim he is now expected to leave in the summer with Manchester United interested in signing the Brazilian.Lehmann has been keeping busy while she battles injuries with Juventus by joining KSI’s Baller League in London.She has teamed up with TV host Maya Jama to take charge of MVPs United.Lehmann has plenty of Baller League experience having managed Lehmann’s Streets United in Germany – where the inaugural tournament took place after being founded by ex-Arsenal star Lukas Podolski and Mats Hummels.SunSport has contacted Lehmann’s representatives for comment.Alisha has teamed up with Maya Jama for the Baller League in LondonCredit: Getty More

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      ‘They get a little bit nervous’ – Canelo Alvarez reveals promise he makes to his daughter before every fight

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      CANELO ALVAREZ revealed his kids are his biggest and most nervous fans – until he reassures them with a simple promise.Canelo has two daughters, Emily and Maria and a son named Saul Adiel – with different women.Canelo Alvarez with his youngest daughter Maria and wife FernandaCanelo makes a special promise to Maria before every fightCredit: fernandagmtzCanelo stands next to eldest daughter Emily, left, with son Saul Adiel next to MariaCredit: @canelo All three of the Mexican superstar’s children are regulars at ringside for his fights – but he has to first put them at ease. Canelo, 34, told SunSport: “They get a little bit nervous, but they like it. They scream, they support me with all they have.”I think Maria is the one with more nervous on herself because she says that she don’t want somebody to hurt me or something like that.”And I say, ‘Don’t worry, that’s why I’m here training and do my doing my best here in training camp so that doesn’t happen.'”READ MORE IN BOXINGCanelo had his eldest Emily when he was just 16 with Karen Beltran – and they remain on good terms parenting together.Canelo had son Saul Adiel, six, with Nadia Sepulveda in 2019 and shares Maria, seven, with his current wife Fernanda. The boxing great has dated Fernanda on and off – welcoming their daughter in 2017 – before marrying in 2021.His two youngest are always in the gym with their super-dad – but it is eldest Maria who only truly understands his superstardom.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCanelo said: “I think they realise a little bit, but not the magnitude of what I do or what I am in boxing.”Maybe my older daughter, obviously she’s 17, so she already realised how big I am. But my other kids Adel and Maria, maybe they realise a little bit.”Canelo Alvarez warns he’s ready to bash more Brit rivals with boxing icon ‘dreaming’ of UK debut Canelo is believed to have met his wife Fernanda over ten years ago before they started dating around the time Maria was born. They broke up but later reconciled before marrying and Canelo – who hopes to retire at 37 – revealed Fernanda wants to add to the Alvarez clan.He said: “My wife wants me to retire at 40! Imagine that, and I say ‘No, I don’t, I don’t think so.’ She likes to see me fighting and all that kind of stuff.”And obviously she wants to have more kids and she wants the other kids to see me in training and seeing what I do in the training camps and this and that.”But I say to her, you know, they’re gonna see me in another areas of my life, in my business and that kind of stuff, but we’ll see.”Canelo returns in an undisputed super-middleweight title decider against William Scull in Riyadh – his first bout outside of North America. A super-fight against Terence Crawford, 37, is also expected to follow in September in Las Vegas as part of a four-bout deal with Saudi’s Turki Alalshikh. Canelo’s eldest Emily, far right, with his son Adel and youngest daughter MariaCredit: GettyThe boxing legend with his eldest daughter EmilyCredit: @caneloSaul Adiel and Maria in the gym with CaneloCredit: @canelo Canelo only penned the bumper contract after walking away from a shock fight with 28-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in May. Talks were advanced for a May 3 bout in Vegas – with news even getting back to Canelo’s youngest daughter Maria. He said: “Maybe her friends told her about the fight.”Because the fathers of her friends told them and everything talking about it – because they don’t know anything about boxing.”That kind of people don’t know anything about boxing and they think Jake Paul is really good fighter. Which he is a fighter, but it’s levels in boxing. “And that’s why my daughter told me, ‘You’re gonna fight with Jake Paul?’ And I said, ‘He’s not on my level my love, don’t worry!'”I think it’s for that fact that people don’t how boxing works.” Canelo still leaves the door open to the spectacle bout – but reveals he is glad the fiasco is now put behind him. Read More on The SunHe said: “I’m very happy. Things happen for a reason and I’m happy with this and I’m gonna enjoy it as much as I can.”Watch the full episode of The Sun’s Split Decision featuring exclusive interviews with Canelo Alvarez, Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney.Canelo fights William Scull in RiyadhCredit: GettyTerence Crawford is set to fight Canelo in SeptemberCredit: Getty Images – GettyCanelo had to walk away from fighting Jake PaulCredit: Rex More

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      ‘He does things nobody else does’ – Man who discovered Thomas Partey reveals how Arsenal ace would’ve prevented PSG loss

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      ARSENAL midfield machine Thomas Partey could’ve saved the club from a Champions League disasterclass.That’s according to the man who discovered him, Wilfred Osei Kwaku Palmer.Thomas Partey picked up a needless second yellow card against MadridCredit: ReutersPartey was on his way out but his form could prompt a new dealCredit: GettyArsenal will hope Partey can inspire a win next weekCredit: GettyPalmer, who owns Tema Youth football club in Ghana, gave a young Partey his first opportunity in football, long before the former Atletico Madrid star was tearing up La Liga and the Premier League.The Gunners paid dearly for his absence in Tuesday’s 1-0 defeat to PSG in their semi-final first leg, after his needless yellow card against Real Madrid.The talent-spotter and club owner believes the Ghanaian midfielder would’ve prevented PSG from dismantling Arsenal at the Emirates.Speaking to The Sun from his base in Ghana, Palmer said: “He does things nobody else does. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS”If you look at the goal Arsenal conceded against PSG that’s normally where he dominates. “His importance is quite clear, he does things in that team that nobody else does.”Partey was expected to leave Arsenal at the end of this season, but a rich vein of form has prompted the Gunners to consider offering him a new two-year deal.There are also reports linking him with a move back to Spain to join Barcelona.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBut Palmer says Partey should seize the opportunity to become an Arsenal legend.He added: “This is probably his best season since he went there, and if there’s a chance for him to stay, then that should be his home.How PSG tricked Arsenal to gain Champions League semi-final advantage”The fans love him, and I know he could make more money elsewhere, but I know him and he’s got it in him to play at the highest level for the next five years. “So why not do that at one of the best clubs in the world?”Partey has featured in 31 league games for the Gunners this season, scoring four goals. But it’s his overall impact, breaking lines with his passing and press resistance that has made him such a key member of the team. More

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      ‘Like pineapple on pizza’, moan Ferrari fans as Lewis Hamilton ditches red to debut ‘wrong’ new look for F1 Miami GP

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      FERRARI will ditch their iconic red racing suits for this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix – and fans are absolutely FUMING.Scuderia drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will wear blue and white for a one-off design at the Miami International Autodrome.Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will sport blue suits designed for the team’s brand partner HPF1-75 car will also get a blue and white refresh, with new details on the wingsBut the Prancing Horse are gearing up to debut a new look in the paddock in Florida on Friday, courtesy of their sponsors HP. The red livery won’t be gone forever though with the change just a one-off in celebration of the milestone.Ferrari inked a deal with software company HP a year ago and the blue colours are set to honour the anniversary of that partnership.Fans got a first glimpse of Hamilton and Leclerc suiting up in white and blue for the first American race of the season. READ MORE F1 NEWSThe F1-75 will remain predominantly red, but will feature white and blue accents on the read and front wings, as well as on the wheels. And fans have been left raging with the bold move.One comment on Ferrari’s social media post said: “This is the equivalent of putting pineapple on a pizza.”CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSA second wrote: “Ferrari is morphing into Williams right before our eyes. This just needs to stop!”Most read in MotorsportA third said: “This could be the worst livery ever created”, before another added: “We are red. Not blue! 😡” Lewis Hamilton hailed for ‘masterclass’ sprint victory before Ferrari star immediately takes aim at ‘yapping’ criticsMotorheads are fearing the worst after pointing out that the SF-24 went blue in Miami last season too.It was also described as a “one-off” in Florida last year, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Ferrari making their mark in North America.Leclerc and then-team-mate Carlos Sainz wore light blue racing suits to nod to the Azzuro La Plata worn by Ferrari legend Alberto Ascari. Scuderia’s first F1 world champion wore blue as he claimed the titles in 1952 and 1953.While other team drivers including, John Surtees, Chris Amon, Lorenzo Bandini and Ludovico Scarfiotti did the same in the 1960s.Meanwhile, Hamilton and Leclerc will hope the change in colour palette gets the Ferrari back on the podium.The Frenchman finished third in Saudi Arabia a fortnight ago, whle Hamilton has only placed as high as fifth after a troubling start to the season at his new team. Read More on The SunFerrari aren’t the only team to change their colours ahead of the big sprint weekend in Miami.Racing Bulls unveiled an all-pink affair during a party in Miami Beach on Wednesday evening. More