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      Aston Villa ready to cancel Philippe Coutinho’s contract some 654 DAYS after ex-Barcelona star last played for them

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      ASTON VILLA are ready to cancel Philippe Coutinho’s contract some 654 days after he last played for them.The playmaker, 32, is currently on loan at Brazilian side Vasco da Gama, where he’s scored eight times in 43 outings.Aston Villa are trying to terminate Philippe Coutinho’s monster contractCredit: GettyHe has spent the last year on loan with Brazilian side Vasco de GamaCredit: Shutterstock EditorialCoutinho, who also spent last season on loan at Qatari side Al-Duhail, has not played for Villa since the start of the 2023/24 campaign — exactly 654 days ago.But he still has a year remaining on his lucrative £125,000-a-week contract, which Coutinho signed in 2022 after making his shock Barcelona loan permanent for £17million.And the Athletic claims Villa chiefs have now made it a priority to get his high wages off their books ahead of another summer splurge.Coutinho hit the ground running when he moved to Villa Park on loan in January 2022, scoring five goals in 19 games under Steven Gerrard.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut standards slipped after his move became permanent, with the ex-Liverpool and Bayern Munich star netting just once in the following 24 outings.And Coutinho now looks set to become a free agent if Villa can agree a deal to terminate his contract this month.He’s not the only potential outgoing as Unai Emery’s men look to balance the books.Emi Martinez, Lucas Digne and Leon Bailey could be sold for the right price, with Emi Buendia, Leander Dendocker, Enzo Barrenechea and Samuel Iling-Junior up for grabs.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThere is also interest in Ollie Watkins, Jacob Ramsey and Morgan Rogers, but Villa are desperate to keep all three.Emery is preparing for several incomings too.Rashford to Inter Milan? Man Utd Star Eyes Shock Serie A Move!Marco Asensio’s loan from Paris Saint-Germain could be made permanent.While Villa are huge fans of Southampton winger Tyler Dibling. More

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      Callum Simpson vs Ivan Zucco: Start time, live stream, TV channel and full card for epic super-middleweight title clash

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      CALLUM SIMPSON’S Barnsley homecoming sees him put his European super-middleweight title on the line against undefeated Ivan Zucco.Mr Simpson has been in the form of his life of late and is hoping to extend his perfect 17-0 professional record.Callum Simpson has beaten everybody in his way so farCredit: GettyThe British heavy-hitter goes into this bout off the back of a fifth-round stoppage win over Elvis Ahorgah in February, despite accepting the challenge on short notice.And it was no surprise to see Simpson successfully defend his crown in style – the very same belt he snatched from Zak Chelli last August via a unanimous decision.However, the champ has already admitted that his next opponent, Zucco, will give him the ‘fight of his life’ as the Italian icon has an even impressive undefeated record of 21-0.Furthermore, Zucco will step into the ring off the back of a dominant second-round stoppage over Kasim Gashi in December.Read more on Callum SimpsonWhen is Simpson vs Zucco?Callum Simpson vs Ivan Zucco will take place on Saturday, June 7.Ring-walks for this huge encounter are set to get underway at approximately 10pm BST. These timing are subject to change depending on the other fights on the undercard.Oakwell Stadium – home of Barnsley FC is the chosen venue for this mega title fight and it can host around 15,000 spectators.Tickets for this event are still available on TicketmasterPlease note that StubHub and similar secondary ticket resale sites may list tickets above face valueWhat TV channel is Simpson vs Zucco on and can it be live streamed?Callum Simpson vs Ivan Zucco will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Action.Fans can also stream the entire action through NOW TV via any compatible mobile device or tablet.What is the full card?Callum Simpson vs Ivan Zucco – for European super-middleweight titleMark Jeffers vs Sean HemphillRyhs Edwards vs Thomas EssombaFrankie Stringer vs Kane BakerEllis Price vs Jake PriceRed Johnson vs Harley CollisonSam Hickey vs Harley HodgettsMauro Silva vs TBAMost read in BoxingWhat has been said?Champ Callum Simpson has admitted that this will be his toughest fight so far in his illustrious professional career.The British boxer said: “This is the biggest fight of my career, and I’m expecting my toughest test to date.”Last summer, I won the British and Commonwealth titles in front of my home crowd, and now we’re coming back, bigger and better, fighting for the European title against an undefeated fighter in Ivan Zucco.”This isn’t just another fight, it’s a massive European night, and I’m coming to put on a statement performance. I need Oakwell to be a fortress on June 7 and make sure that European title stays right here in Barnsley.”The support from Barnsley means everything to me. This town has backed me from day one, and to be fighting at Oakwell again, in front of my people, is something special. “Last time we sold it out in two days, this time we’re going even bigger. It’s going to be a night to remember and I couldn’t be prouder to represent Barnsley on the big stage.” More

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      Justis Huni survived a drive-by-shooting before swapping Australia for Blackpool ahead of Fabio Wardley fight

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      JUSTIS HUNI enters enemy territory when he faces Fabio Wardley in Ipswich – but it will take a lot to faze the travelling Australian. After all, Huni survived a terrifying drive-by-shooting in June 2022 only to win his next fight less than a week later. Justis Huni survived a terrifying drive-by-shooting in June 2022Credit: GettyPolice investigating at the house of Huni after the attackCredit: GettyThe boxer was just 23 when his family home in Brisbane, with ten inside, was targeted with five bullets. Two children, one aged eight and one just six months old, were among those in the house when shots fired at 4am. And despite cops and news crews surrounding the property – Huni was more focused on his morning sparring session that day. He told Ring Magazine: “I still remember it well.READ MORE IN BOXING”It was like, gunshots fired at my house then all of a sudden I had police and TV crews at the front of my house all morning. “But I had sparring that morning. I just looked straight past the news crews and just went to sparring. “Got my sparring done and then came back home to so much news and reporters at the house.”The frightening ordeal came while Huni was 5-0 – with four knockouts – and was approaching a fight against Joseph Gooddall.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd he would amazingly win the bout over ten rounds, not losing a round in the eyes of one judge.Three years on and no arrests were made and the perpetrators remain a mystery.Fabio Wardley prepares for dream Portman Road homecoming fight Huni has since improved his record to 12-0 and returns on Saturday in the biggest fight of his career. He replaced Jarrell Miller – the controversial serial drug cheat – after the American pulled out of facing Wardley through “injury”. Huni accepted the deal on just five weeks notice and has no fear in taking on Ipswich’s Wardley at Portman Road having overcome far worse. He said: “The timing of the shooting was crazy because I had the Goodall fight five days later. “I think if I could get through that, I’m sure I can handle what’s going to come at me on June 7th.”Everything is all character building and everything has got me to where I am today and to be able to get me past obstacles that are about to come up like June 7th. “Everything in my life has happened for a reason. It was scary of course, I was living in the house and my whole family was in the house that night. “It was a scare but I think I was so zoned in and focused on the fight it did not affect me. I kind of just overlooked it.”Now that I think back at it, it was a big deal, but at the time I was so focused on my job at hand that I kind of just brushed it away and just kept moving forward. I think if I could get through that, I’m sure I can handle what’s going to come at me on June 7th.Justis Huni on his drive-by-shooting ordeal “I won that fight and there was so much security and stuff at the fight because obviously they thought it was connected to me.”I don’t know. It just shows what the mind can do when you’re locked in on something so bad. You just kind of forget about it.”Huni, 26, flew to England in mid May to face off with Wardley, 30, for the first time on the football pitch. And instead of flying 10,000 miles back, the Aussie set up camp in Blackpool’s Sharpstyle Boxing Gym for the remainder of his training. He said: “It’s a kind of interesting place. It’s a bit different to the Gold Coast.”I haven’t had a chance to look around and go down to the water yet but from what I’ve seen it seems quiet here and that’s how I like it. “It’s a lot better than when I was in London for a few days – that was too busy for me, too much traffic.”But there’s not nearly as much traffic in Blackpool so I’ve liked it. “We’ve managed to get the sparring we need from a few local boys who have come down to help me out. Read More on The Sun”I’ve got all the training that I’ve needed. I’ve done all the hard work I’ve needed to do. “I’m just going to go in there and do my job… do what I’ve done for the last 20 years since I started in this sport.”Huni is from Brisbane but has been training in BlackpoolFabio Wardley facing off with HuniCredit: QUEENSBERRY More

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      ‘Chosen the wrong sport’ – Fans stunned at how sprinter finished race after falling over final hurdle

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      A HURDLER stunned fans with her epic finish to a race – despite falling over the final hurdle.And supporters joked she has chosen the wrong sport.Brooklyn Anderson had a commanding lead in her 100m hurdles raceCredit: XShe clipped the final hurdle and fell to the groundCredit: XShe brilliantly went straight into a forward rollCredit: XAnderson then did a second roll to cross the lineCredit: XBrooklyn Anderson of Thurston High School lined up in the Track Town USA Girls 5A 100m hurdles final at the track and field championships in Oregon.And she opened up a commanding lead across the first nine hurdles in lane four. However, disaster appeared to strike at the tenth and final jump.Some of her rivals were yet to make the ninth hurdle when she took off for the last time.READ MORE ON SPORTBut Anderson clattered into the hurdle and despite her best effort, could not keep her footing.Instead, she crashed to the track as her rivals closed in on her.It looked for the world as though Anderson’s dreams of victory had been shattered.But then came her moment of sheer genius inspiration.Most read in AthleticsAnderson’s quick thinking saw her take the fall in her stride and produce the smoothest forward roll somersault on the track within her lane. However, when she finished the roll she was still a couple of metres short of the line.So Anderson did another full somersault to roll over the line – just in front of her nearest challenger in the next lane who had cut the gap. Incredibly, Anderson still crossed the line in a rapid 14.93 seconds to claim victory. The champion said: “I wasn’t sure how far back everyone else was behind me. “I just knew I had to keep rolling to keep going, because I wanted to get first.”‘DISRESPECTFULLY FAST’And fans flooded social media with adoration for her superb feat of spontaneity. One fan joked: “Brooklyn Anderson was so far ahead, she could trip, do two somersaults, stop for a smoothie, update her LinkedIn, and still cross the finish line before anyone else even realised the race had started. Now that’s disrespectfully fast!Another said: “Champion mentality.”And a third commented: “The double rolly polly finish, think this sprinter has chosen the wrong sport – gymnastics.”But one user later explained that Anderson was indeed a former gymnast – hence the acrobatic expertise. He wrote: “Well deserved.Read More on The Sun”Brooklyn Anderson, a former gymnast, had a strong lead when she clipped her knee on the last hurdle.”Thanks to her quick thinking, Anderson decided to somersault through the finish line, barely beating the competition.” More

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      Lewis Hamilton apologises to Sky Sports presenter after tense interview that saw F1 star on verge of tears

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has apologised to a Sky Sports presenter after being left on the verge of tears during a tense interview.The shocking moment came after Hamilton blamed himself for a “terrible” performance at the Spanish Grand Prix.Lewis Hamilton has apologised after coming close to tears after the Spanish GPCredit: YouTube/Sky Sports F1He apologised to Sky Sports’ Rachel Brookes for a tense interviewCredit: GettyThe Ferrari star finished sixth in Barcelona, with Oscar Piastri coming first, meaning he remains winless for his new team.After the race, Hamilton was interviewed by Sky Sports presenter Rachel Brookes.And the seven-time world champion appeared close to tears when asked if there was “something wrong” with Ferrari’s car.He said: “Not particularly, it was not a great day. The strategy was good, the team did a great job. That’s it.”READ MORE IN F1Noting Hamilton’s downcast mood, Brookes replied: “I hate seeing you in this mood.”But the Brit snapped back with watery eyes: “Well what do you want me to say? I had a really bad day and I’ve got nothing to say.“It was a difficult day, I’ve got nothing else to add to it. There’s no point explaining it.“It’s not your fault, I’ve just not got anything to say. I’m sure (Ferrari) won’t (be able to find a fix), the answer is probably just me.”Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHamilton has since apologised to Brookes for his tense replies in the interview.Her fellow Sky Sports star David Croft revealed all on The Fast and The Curious podcast.Fernando Alonso overheard taking sarcastic swipe at old rival Lewis Hamilton after blunder ahead of Spanish Grand PrixHe said: “Lewis was really down on himself, and no one likes to see that because at the end of the day, whether you’re a fan or not, Lewis Hamilton is the greatest racing driver we’ve ever seen.“Statistically, he is the greatest. I think he’s the greatest even without the stats. “He wears his heart on his sleeve and should be applauded for that because it does a lot of good when he wears his heart on his sleeve.“He did apologise to Rachel Brookes for being so down in the dumps off camera. He said, ‘I’m really sorry about that, I’m just so down’.“And that just shows the extent that he really was down. He’s not putting this on for the cameras, trust me. “And once again, it’s right after the race. He’s not had time for a debrief. He’s not had time to have a chat with his race engineer.“So he probably didn’t know the extent of whatever damage the car had at the time he spoke to Rachel.“And he probably didn’t realise that it was the car that was hindering him more so than his driving in that one.Read More on The Sun“And look, when you’re in a Ferrari and you’re overtaken by Nico Hulkenberg, albeit in a Ferrari-powered Sauber, you’re going to question, ‘Is it me really? Am I doing something wrong here?’ “Because it just didn’t go for him really from the outset.” More

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      Lisandro Martinez could be set to follow Scott McTominay to Napoli as Man Utd defender linked with shock transfer

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      LISANDRO MARTINEZ could be set for an exit from Manchester United this summer.The Argentine defender is currently recovering from a long-term injury.Lisandro Martinez is reportedly gaining interest from NapoliCredit: GettyA transfer would see him reunite with Scott McTominayCredit: GettyThe Scottish midfielder has excelled in ItalyCredit: GettyMartinez, 27, is now facing an uncertain future at Old Trafford with Napoli reportedly interested.Corriere dello Sport has claimed that the defender is being tracked by the Serie A champions.Napoli are “monitoring” his recovery from the ACL injury that he suffered in February.It is believed that the club are not concerned about his recent issues with injury.READ MORE ON MAN UTDTo add, it is thought that Napoli’s sporting director, Giovanni Manna, is a fan of Martinez.It is not yet known whether or not Manchester United would cash in on the former Ajax man if the opportunity presented itself.If a transfer to Napoli went through, then Martinez would reunite with former Red Devil Scott McTominay.The Scottish ace made the switch last summer and has become a cult figure at the club.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMcTominay, 28, has become an integral part of Antonio Conte’s Serie A-winning team.The midfielder netted 12 goals and provided four assists in his 34 league appearances.Adorable moment Lisandro Martinez’s mum helps Man Utd star with rehabMcTominay’s heroics have already seen him become a fan favourite at the club.He cost Napoli just £25million, a fee that has proven to be a bargain.Martinez joined Man Utd in 2022 in a £50m deal from Ajax.He has made 91 appearances in all competitions for the club and won the FA Cup and League Cup.Meanwhile, Man United have learned the wage demands of target Bryan Mbeumo.The Brentford star is asking for a weekly wage of £250,000-a-week.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford More

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      F1 stars’ pets from driver with THIRTEEN cats, a yacht-loving pooch, Hamilton’s Insta-famous bulldog and even a reindeer

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      “LOVE to travel, play ball and get attention from all the girls, especially when they rub my bum.”It reads like the bio of a semi-professional footballer and wannabe Love Island contestant’s Tinder bio.Lewis Hamilton’s pet dog Roscoe is arguably one of the most famous pups on the planetCredit: Instagram @roscoelovescocoBut this quirky little nugget is the Instagram bio of a super-famous influencer with 1.2million followers.Their name? Roscoe Hamilton… Formula One superstar Lewis Hamilton’s pet BULLDOG.Us mere mortals could only dream of racking up that number of fans on social media.According to reports, mega-popular Roscoe raked in around £200,000 last year through his Instagram page.READ MORE SPORT STORIESOwner Hamilton is one of the richest sportspeople of all time, with a net worth of around £285million and paid £55m a year to drive for Ferrari.Perhaps it should come as little surprise he has a superstar pet to match.And Roscoe is one pampered pet pooch… but he’s not the sport’s only famous pet.SunSport takes a look at all F1 stars’ beloved dogs, cats, horses and, err, reindeer…Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLewis HamiltonAS mentioned, Hamilton, 40, has a British Bulldog named Roscoe – his one and only pet.Like the F1 racer himself, Roscoe is a vegan pooch and has been spotted driving a Mercedes.Hamilton famously won six of his seven world titles at Mercedes, following his spell at McLaren.Roscoe, meanwhile, drives his own black, miniature Mercedes G-Wagon with a personalised plate: R05 COE.The pampered pup is often spotted living a life of luxury, from trips on a private jet to his own birthday party.Roscoe also joins Hamilton in the gym and sometimes even in the paddock on Grand Prix weekends.Without a doubt, Roscoe Hamilton is one of the most famous dogs on the planet.However, Hamilton recently revealed he’s “always really wanted a horse”. Watch this space.Roscoe even has his own Mercedes G-Wagon to get aroundCredit: Instagram @roscoelovescocoRoscoe is a regular at F1 Grands Prix as he strolls around the paddockCredit: GettyHamilton has even thrown parties for vegan Roscoe with all of his friends invitedCredit: Instagram @roscoelovescocoHamilton brought Roscoe to the paddock when he clinched his record-equalling seventh world titleCredit: Social Media – Refer to SourceRoscoe is no stranger to a flight in a private jetCredit: Instagram @roscoelovescocoRoscoe lives life in the fast line, even taking his spot in a Mercedes F1 racerCredit: Facebook/Lewis HamiltonInside Lewis Hamilton’s birthday celebrations for beloved dog Roscoe with special cake and chilling out with movieAlex AlbonALBON, 29, is the proud owner of his very own “zoo”.The London-born Thai racer now drives for Williams, but it seems his real full-time job is looking after his animals.Albon owns a staggering 13 CATS – and in a recent video on F1’s official TikTok channel even had difficulty remembering their names.When asked, Albon sighed and said: “Oof… there’s one cat called Hugo.”Armani, Gucci, Prada… err, Lucky.”Clearly confused, he continued: “Another cat is either Armani or Moomoo.”Giraffe, Hippo, Bear… have I said Giraffe?”There’s one called Sushi… I’m missing something.”Ah. Duck and Goose!”The fun doesn’t stop there, though, as Albon continued: “I also have a dog… and a horse.”There is also an Instagram account called ‘Albon Pets’ which is run by the entire family, as the bio states: “Welcome to ‘The Albon Zoo.’ The pets of Alex, Zoe, Alicia, Bitbit and Luca.”It’s has 346,000 followers and counting…Alex Albon has an incredible 13 cats as part of his family ‘zoo’Credit: Instagram @albon_petsAlbon struggled to recall the name of his 13 cats in a recent TikTok videoCredit: Instagram @albon_petsAlbon even has a horse, named Snow WhiteAs well as 13 cats, Albon has a dog and horseMax VerstappenTHE reigning F1 champion, 27, has a sausage dog named Nino and three cats – Jimmy, Sassy and Donut (Donatello) – with partner Kelly Piquet, step-daughter Penelope and newborn daughter Lily.Jimmy and Sassy are named after Monaco nightclubs, such is the Belgium-born Dutch racer’s love of the principality.However, it’s not all plain sailing for Verstappen when it comes to the furry members of the family.The Red Bull superstar admitted: “Nino’s actually very sweet to be honest. He does terrorise the cats a bit…”Not only that, they get somewhat in the way when he’s taking part in his eSports sim racing.Verstappen continued: “Nino has tried [to sit on my lap while I race] but the cats try that as well.”Sometimes I have a cat stuck between the pedals!”Max Verstappen has three cats and a dog – who barely give him a moment’s peaceCredit: Instagram @maxverstappen1Verstappen joked the animals love to disturb him while he’s gamingCredit: Instagram @kellypiquetPierre GaslyTHE Alpine star has never been shy in showing off the pet pup he owns alongside Portuguese model-influencer partner Kika Gomes.Simba, who Gasly calls a “superstar” and claims “entertains our life”, even has his own Instagram page.With just over 7,000 followers, he’s got a way to go to catch up with Roscoe.But Simba has an adoring legion of followers who comment on his posts, from strolling in the paddock to flying high in a private jet.He may not have the following of Roscoe, but he’s still living the pampered pooch life.Recently, animal-loving Gasly was mortified after accidentally running over a rabbit at the Emilia Romagna GP.Pierre Gasly and partner Kika Gomes are proud dog parents to SimbaCredit: GettyGasly claims Simba ‘entertains our lives’Credit: Instagram @pierregaslyCarlos SainzTHE Williams star, 30, has always been gushing about his dog, believed to be a Wirehaired Pointer.The former Ferrari racer’s pooch features on his social media regularly, with Pinon even having a pup of his own – while his mum appears to own at least two Maltese Terriers.On his love of the animals, Sainz said: “Everyone who has a dog knows what I’m saying…”He’s like your best mate, the one who’s always happy for you and when you’re around.”It makes you feel special.”Pinon is my best friend… my favourite living thing.”Carlos Sainz is a proud owner of pet pooch, PinonCredit: AlamyCharles LeclercLAST year, Leclerc, 27, beamed as he revealed he was finally a dog owner, having grown up around them.The Ferrari star welcomed blonde miniature Dachshund, Leo, to the family in April 2024.In an official F1 press conference, Leclerc revealed: “I’ve always had dogs within my family, but never had my own. And yeah, he joined last Monday and it’s been great.”My girlfriend [looks after him when I’m away], but I do take care of him when I’m at home.”Leo is regularly spotted in the paddock with the Monegasque racer – even boasting his own VIP pass – with fans often joking things like “living his best life” and “Leo is the main character” on social media.The pampered pup has even been spotted aboard Leclerc’s yacht! What a way to travel…Charles Leclerc regularly brings pet pup Leo to racesCredit: GettyLeo is all over Leclerc’s Instagram, including a snap of him on a yachtCredit: Instagram @charles_leclercLeo has his very own VIP paddock passCredit: Instagram @charles_leclercLeo is often spotted playing with Gasly’s pup, SimbaCredit: Shutterstock EditorialLeo is also pals with Hamilton’s famous dog, RoscoeCredit: INSTAGRAMNico HulkenbergTHE F1 veteran, 37, recently scored his best finish for six years by finishing fifth at the Spanish GP in his Sauber.And away from the track he celebrated with this family – including a fluffy black and white Pomeranian, presumably ironically named Zeus.He recently shared a snap of the two cuddled up in bed after returning from racing with the caption: “Happy daddy is back home.”Zeus has his own Instagram page with an impressive 15,000 followers.Like all other F1 pups, he lives the high life – with Zeus snapped in a Porsche, outside Chanel and even on a private jet.Nico Hulkenberg has a fluffy Pomeranian called ZeusCredit: Instagram @zeus_hulkenbergZeus has a taste for the finer things in lifeCredit: Instagram @zeus_hulkenbergHulkenberg regularly shares snaps of pooch Zeus on social mediaCredit: Instagram @zeus_hulkenbergZhou GuanyuSPENDING 2025 as Ferrari’s reserve driver, Guanyu, 26, has a little extra time to spend with his loved ones – which includes a pet munchkin cat, called Sweetcorn.The kitty has nearly 73,000 Instagram followers, with a mixture of sweet and hilarious pics scattered all over her feed.Sweetcorn has been snapped in a go-kart, surrounded by racing helmets far bigger than her… and, like seemingly all cats, even sitting on his laptop while he’s trying to work.Zhou even wore a helmet covered in snaps of him and his beloved cat.During Zhou’s season at Sauber last year, Sweetcorn was even seen roaming the paddock as the team’s Instagram account poked fun of Leclerc by captioning a picture: “Move over Leo, there’s a new paddock pet in town.”Zhou Guanyu owns a munchkin cat called SweetcornCredit: Instagram @ymlzhou.jpgSweetcorn has gone viral for some hilarious snaps on her own Instagram pageCredit: Instagram @ymlzhou.jpgZhou even had pics of Sweetcorn plastered on his helmet at SauberCredit: Instagram @ymlzhou.jpgValtteri BottasTHE list has been pretty dog-heavy… with Albon skewing the numbers for Team Cat.But Finnish legend Bottas, 35, currently a reserve driver for Mercedes, bucks the trend entirely… by owning a REINDEER.In December 2020, partner Tiffany Cromwell, herself a professional cyclist, posted a snap captioned: ‘Welcome to the family Rosa.”Because everyone needs a pet reindeer in their life… don’t they?Read More on The Sun”She’s going to live the best life in the Arctic!”It’s just the sort of wild antics you’d expect from Bottas – who once released a calendar featuring pictures of his bare bum, called Bottass, naturally.Valtteri Bottas doesn’t have a cat or a dog… but a pet reindeer called RosaCredit: Instagram @valtteribottas More

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      ‘Couldn’t pay me to wear it’ – Man Utd’s 2025/26 third kit LEAKED but fans are not happy with design

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      FANS declared “you couldn’t pay me to wear it” after Manchester United’s new third kit was leaked online.The Red Devils are looking to make amends after enduring a miserable campaign both domestically and abroad.Manchester United fans hit out at the club’s new third kit after it was leaked onlineCredit: GettyRuben Amorim’s misfits floundered to a 15th place finish with just 11 wins.They were then handed a chance at redemption by setting up a Europa League final showdown against fellow strugglers Tottenham, with the winner also securing Champions League qualification.But a turgid performance against the Londoners saw United miss out.And fans are now bracing themselves for a fresh round of expensive summer signings, with £62.5million Wolves forward Matheus Cunha already making his Old Trafford entrance.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, any supporter looking to find solace in United’s new third kit will be left sorely disappointed.That’s after fellow fans hit out at the latest design for the alternative jersey, which features a bizarre black-and-yellow colour combination.The black shirt is flecked with yellow piping, a yellow club badge and a large yellow Snapdragon logo — possibly evoking images of a giant bumble bee.It was leaked online following United’s disastrous post-season tour of Asia, which saw them lose one of their two matches while being subjected to more boos.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd fans were quick to hit out at the third jersey’s design.One said: “The worst shirt I’ve ever seen, couldn’t pay me to wear it.”Bruno Fernandes reveals role his wife played in £200m Al-Hilal transfer snub even though Man Utd were ready to cash inThe new jersey features a bizarre black-and-yellow colour schemeCredit: TwitterIt appears to have been inspired by United’s away kit in the 1994/95 seasonCredit: GettyEric Cantona made it infamous when he kung-fu kicked a Crystal Palace fanCredit: Getty – ContributorAnother declared: “Third shirt for what? We ain’t in Europe.”One noted: “United slowly losing its identity.”Another added: “F****** ugly.”However, the kit appears to have been directly inspired by United’s away shirt from the 1994/95 campaign.Eric Cantona made the top infamous when he kung-fu kicked a Crystal Palace fan in January 1995, resulting in a nine-month ban.Elsewhere, there has been one major boost to morale at United after captain Bruno Fernandes declared he had snubbed a mega-money offer to move to Saudi Arabia.He said: “There was that possibility, the president of Al Hilal called me a month ago to ask“There was a waiting period on my part to think about what the future would hold. I would be open to it, if Manchester United felt it was my time.”I spoke with Mister Ruben Amorim, who really tried to talk me out of it. I spoke with the club, which wasn’t willing to sell, only if I truly wanted to leave.”We never talked about money; that was all handled by my agent, not me.“I spoke with my family to understand if that was what I wanted for my future.”It was actually my wife who asked me — I never said yes or no. She put my professional priorities ahead of everything else.Read More on The Sun“It would have been an easy move. I had Ruben Neves and Joao Cancelo there, two people I have a great friendship with.”But I want to stay at the highest level, play in big competitions, because I still feel capable. I want to keep being happy, I’m still very passionate about this sport, and I’m happy with my decision.” More