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      F1 star Pierre Gasly left horrified after running over RABBIT during Imola Grand Prix practice

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      FORMULA ONE star Pierre Gasly suffered damage to his Alpine F1 car after hitting a RABBIT during first practice at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.The Frenchman was the shock package of Friday practice at Imola as he backed up his sixth-quickest time from FP1. Pierre Gasly suffered damage to his Alpine F1 car after hitting a rabbitHe ended the day with the third-fastest time in FP2, just 0.276s behind McLaren’s Oscar Piastri.But Gasly suffered a bizarre setback in the first practice session when he accidentally hit a rabbit – which caused damage to the front wing and floor of his Alpine.He said: “Very sadly, I couldn’t tell if it was a small cat or a big rabbit – it turned out it was a big rabbit – just jumping across the track.“I couldn’t avoid it so I had quite a big impact on the front wing, which, unfortunately that was it for the rabbit and for the front wing it was not ideal.READ MORE F1 NEWS“Not the end of the session we wanted.”Asked how much damage was done, Gasly replied: “I must say it’s quite unfortunate. “Obviously we always try to look after our parts and do the best job we can, so when such things happen it’s not great.“Quite a bit of damage on the front wing and the floor but the guys managed to do great work to repair it. Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”But I think we could have done without it.”Despite the sad rabbit strike, it was the “best Friday of the year” for Gasly, who was a surprise third, ahead of George Russell’s Mercedes, Max Verstappen’s Red Bull and both Ferraris.Lewis Hamilton fumes ‘have a tea break while you’re at it’ at Ferrari staff and refuses to apologise in Miami GP bust-upHe said: “It’s been a very, very good Friday. From the first lap, I could tell the car was in a much better place than in Miami.“I’m glad we managed to answer some of the question marks we had after the last race. Very pleased with the feeling in the car.“The car reacts the way I want and I’m really able to be at the limit and push it to the maximum, so it’s a nice feeling and the performance is there.“We know from Friday to Saturday others usually keep a bit more in the pocket but I think it’s quite fair to say it’s probably been the best Friday of the year.”Frenchman Gasly races for AlpineCredit: Alamy More

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      Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 EXACT fight time – when will huge rematch start?

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      JOHNNY FISHER and Dave Allen are set to go at it once again TONIGHT in a thrilling rematch – and the EXACT fight time has been confirmed!The Romford Bull came out on top during the pair’s first meeting on the undercard of Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury 2.Johnny Fisher controversially beat Dave Allen in their first meetingCredit: ReutersHowever, the result was shrouded in controversy as boxing lovers questioned whether the split decision should have gone in favour of Fisher or not.Allen handed Fisher his first-ever career knockdown and looked on course to win in Saudi.But the Romford Bull somehow survived until the end of the bout before seeing his hand lifted by the ref in shock to Allen and the boxing world.Fortunately, the British rivals will dance again tonight and although they’ll be several other bouts on the card, SunSport can reveal the EXACT time for Fisher vs Allen 2.Read more on Fisher vs Allen 2What EXACT time will Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 start?Ringwalks for Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 is expected to take place around 10pm BST.This means the fight should start at approximately 10.15pm BST.However, timings could change depending on the length of the undercard bouts.The fight is taking place at the Copperbox Arena in London.Is Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 on TV and is there a live stream?Fisher vs Allen 2 will be broadcast by DAZN.An annual subscription costs £119.99 or £14.99 monthly.There is also a flexible pass – which can be cancelled at any time – for £24.99 per month.The fight can be watched on DAZN TV or live streamed via the website or app.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog every fight from the card.Who is on the Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 undercard?Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen – for WBA Intercontinental heavyweight titleKieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton – for BBBofC British middleweight titleGeorge Liddard vs Aaron SuttonJimmy Sains vs Gideon OneynaniJohn Hedges vs Nathan QuarlessShannon Ryan vs Fara El BousairiTaylor Bevan vs Juan Cruz CacheiroEmmanuel Buttigieg vs Novak Radulovic More

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      Crystal Palace face battle with David Beckham’s Salford for non-league winger Bright Siaw who’s branded ‘next Doku’

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      CRYSTAL PALACE are pushing to sign one of the top rising stars of non-league football.But they could face competition for his signature from David Beckham and Gary Neville. Bright Siaw is a transfer target for Premier League and Championship clubsCredit: X / Barnet FCThe youngster signed his first pro contract at Barnet in MarchCredit: X / Barnet FCThe 18-year-old winger has been compared to Jeremy DokuCredit: X / Barnet FCThe Eagles hope to confirm their spot in next season’s Europa League by winning Saturday’s FA Cup final against Manchester City. Oliver Glasner will then look to bolster his squad to strengthen for their campaign in Europe.But the South Londoners are also fighting to keep hold of some of their star men – including skipper Marc Guehi and talisman Eberechi Eze.Now SunSport can exclusively reveal they are hoping to seal a deal to land a teenage sensation.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCrystal Palace sent scouts to watch Barnet youngster Bright Siaw in action – and were impressed by what they saw as they plot a swoop. The 18-year-old winger also has interest from another big Premier League club, Championship sides including Eze’s former team QPR and even abroad. Salford City are also tracking his progress after taking a look, too. A deal to the Premier League or Championship is more likely to be struck at the end of the 2025-26 campaign, giving him another year to develop at Barnet.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSiaw has had his style of wing play compared to Manchester City wide man Jeremy Doku.He signed his first professional one-year contract with the Bees in March – having made his first-team debut in the FA Trophy in December. ‘Raiders of The Selhurst Park’ – Bidding war for Guehi and Eze imminient?Siaw, who can also play at wing-back, then headed to Isthmian League South Central Division side Southall FC on loan to get experience in senior football. But with Barnet securing promotion back into the EFL as National League champions, the Ghanaian who grew up in North London is hoping to get minutes in League Two next season. A source told SunSport: “Bright is a direct winger, pacey and powerful.“He’s not a typical modern-day football, he’s very old school.“He is the next non-league talent that will be on the move.”Siaw will be hoping to follow in the footsteps of Jamie Vardy, who Leicester famously signed from non-league Fleetwood for a record-breaking £1million in 2012. Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner may view Siaw as a long-term replacement for Eberechi EzeCredit: GettySalford owners Gary Neville and David Beckham could sign the teenagerCredit: Getty More

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      Johnny Fisher suffered horror BLOOD CLOT in his ear… but says he had worse injuries during his ‘posh’ rugby career

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      JOHNNY FISHER suffered a terrifying BLOOD CLOT in his ear against Dave Allen – but that was nothing compared to his days playing rugby. Fisher was dropped in round five against Allen and battled back to leave Saudi Arabia with a controversial split-decision. Johnny Fisher suffered a terrifying blood clot in his ear against Dave AllenBut Fisher said that is nothing compared to his rugby injuriesThe heavyweight used to play rugby at Exeter uniBut that was not before checking into a local hospital in Riyadh for a brain scan and procedure to drain blood from his left ear. The fearless Romford Bull now rematches Allen on Saturday back at his adopted London home of the Copper Box – six months after their thriller. Fisher said: “I got the blood drain off the back of my ear and they did a scan just check which is how it should be.”I mean, I’m a massive rugby fan and the the head injury assessments that have come in for that, they’re very good. READ MORE IN BOXING”Because you don’t know, it’s not so much what happens immediately after, it’s what happens in the years down the line.”It’s good that the medical professionals are taking every single precaution because we do go in there and we do have a dangerous job, but that’s what we sign up for.”Fisher had just ten amateur bouts – with nine first-round knockouts – before turning professional in 2021 post-lockdown. But he had to leave his aspirations of becoming a rugby star behind – having been through more wars on the pitch than the ring. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFisher said: “A few more scuffs and a few more broken thumbs and shoulders and people doing the dark arts during the scrums and stuff.”That was a dangerous place, even with the posh boys at Exeter uni!”‘You can’t be any good’ – Dave Allen fires brutal dig at Johnny Fisher ahead of Copper Box rematchFisher, 26, was knocked down by Allen, 33, having switched off in the centre of the ring after a clinch. But the former second-row vows not to drop the ball this time despite the threat of a raucous East London atmosphere.He said: “I’m ready to be dragged in and just stand in the middle of the ring.”You couldn’t knock me out last time, so what makes you think you’re gonna do it this time? “And I ain’t got a blood clot on my ear, I’m not listening to you say break in the middle of the ring.”He caught me with a shot, he said break, and I went and he got caught me with a left hook. “I was just stupid, stupid from me. If that don’t happen, it’s a different story.”Fisher and Dave Allen ahead of their rematchCredit: GettyFisher won a controversial decision in Saudi ArabiaCredit: PA More

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      Goodison Park to be made smaller as Everton reveal what it could look like as women’s stadium

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      GOODISON PARK will be made smaller as part of its conversion for the Everton Women’s team.The iconic stadium will be repurposed by the club after the men’s team moves to the new ground at Bramley-Moore Dock.Goodison Park will be reconfigured for the women’s teamCredit: APGoodison Park was first opened in 1892 and has a capacity of 39,572.But that is set to be reduced as multiple parts will be reconfigured.This will be done by reducing the number of seats in each row in order to add space.Everton’s women’s team currently has an average attendance of 2,062 at their current home of Walton Hall Park.READ MORE EVERTON NEWSThe club has offered season ticket holders and hospitality members the chance to buy the seat that was theirs for this season.It would act as a souvenir of the historic stadium following Sunday’s home match against Southampton.The women’s side are excited about the prospect of playing their regular football at Goodison.Captain Megan Finnigan has insisted that the team will belong at the ground.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSShe said: “To walk out at Goodison Park as our permanent home will be a real honour.”It’s where we belong — and we can’t wait to create new memories there.”10,000 attend test event at Everton’s new stadiumMegan Finnigan is relishing the chance to captain her side in their new permanent homeCredit: GettyBrian Sorensen will mange the women’s team at GoodisonCredit: GettyWhile manager Brian Sorensen insisted that it can help the club’s dreams grow.He added: “Our players will now have a stage that matches their potential.”Our fans will have a place to build an even stronger matchday culture.”Young girls across Merseyside will see that this is a club where dreams can grow and come true.”Goodison Park will feature more branding of the women’s team on the upper tier of the Howard Kendall Gwladys Street End.Meanwhile, the new 53,000-seater Everton stadium has had its formal name revealed.Read More on The SunThe club has partnered with legal firm Hill Dickinson, which has taken the naming rights.The stadium will now be known as the Hill Dickinson Stadium.Everton’s men’s team are moving into their new 53,000-seater stadiumCredit: PAThe ground cost £802.1million to buildCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea cult hero, 46, looks unrecognisable as he finds creative way to watch team after ban

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      DAMIEN DUFF looked unrecognisable as he found an ingenious way to watch his Shelbourne side play.The former Chelsea and Fulham star is now managing the League of Ireland Premier Division.Damien Duff tried to go incognito to watch his Shelbourne play BohemianCredit: SportsfileThe former Chelsea star covered his face and wore a capCredit: SportsfileHe could be seen watching the match from a hill overlooking the pitchCredit: SportsfileDuff has been the manager of Shelbourne since 2021Credit: SportsfileDuff, 46, was banned for Shelbourne’s Friday night trip to title contenders Bohemian.He picked up a suspension after being shown his fifth booking during the victory over St Patrick’s Athletic last week.But this did not stop him from finding a way to watch his side play.The retired winger was pictured standing on a hill overlooking Dalymount Park.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSHe had disguised himself with a face covering and a cap combo.However, some fans spotted him through the facade but found his actions brilliant.One posted: “Interesting viewpoint for Damien Duff at Dalymount Park.”A second wrote: “Possibly my favourite LOI picture of all time. Damien Duff serving his touchline ban during Shelbourne’s visit to Dalymount Park to take on Bohemians.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSA third joked: “Damien Duff in the ghillie suit.”A fourth commented: “Iconic already.”Cole Palmer eats sandwich and ketchup as Brit music legend makes cameo in brilliant Chelsea kit release videoA fifth said: “Suspended manager, on a hillside, desolate.”Another added: “Say what you like about him, but this guy’s brilliant entertainment.”Duff would not have been happy at full-time as his Shelbourne side lost 1-0 due to a Dayle Rooney penalty.He also had to watch on as the team was reduced to just nine players as Mark Coyle and Alistair Coote were sent off.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      ‘He’ll be a big loss’ – Emi Martinez in tears as he waves goodbye to fans after Aston Villa’s final home game

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      EMI MARTINEZ broke down in tears as he waved goodbye to Aston Villa fans after the victory over Tottenham Hotspur.The Villans ended their last home game of the season with a 2-0 win over the North London side.Emi Martinez was in tears at the end of Aston Villa’s win over TottenhamCredit: GettyHe appeared to wave goodbye to the home supportersCredit: GettyUnai Emery could not give assurances over the goalkeeper’s futureCredit: GettyMartinez, 32, kept a clean sheet in the match against the Europa League finalists.But at the end of the game, there was little celebration from the Argentine goalkeeper.The Villa star could be seen teary-eyed as he applauded the home crowd.The former Arsenal ace has been linked with a move away from Villa Park with Saudi Arabia touted as a possible destination.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp said: “What a signing he has been.”Amazing player, great goalkeeper, but it looks like he was waving goodbye.”Trying to find someone to fill that void will be very difficult.”Roy Keane insisted that he would be a “big loss”.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHe added: “He has been a good character, some people like him.”He can be annoying at times with some of his antics.Argentina humiliate Brazil 4-1 with Emi Martinez even doing keepy ups in his own box in fiery World Cup qualifier “But he has been a great signing for them, he’ll be a big loss as it does look like he his saying his final goodbyes.”Manager Unai Emery was asked about the goalkeeper’s future in his post-match press conference.The Spaniard was unable to give any assurances that Martinez would be at the club next season.He said: “We will see.”Of course, it is the last match (of the season) here, and I don’t know.”We will see about the team, the players.”Of course, they are responding on the field, at the moment they are responding and they are so, so focused in how we are preparing and playing each match.”Martinez has been ever-present in the Villa team since his £20million switch from Arsenal in 2020.He joined the club after only a few months of regular first-team football in the Premier League.He has since gone on to become one of the best goalkeepers in world football and won the World Cup in 2022.The goalkeeper was also awarded with the Yashin Trophy in 2023 and 2024.Martinez also posted on Instagram a picture of himself looking emotional as he waved to the supporters.He captioned a post: “Thank you for all your support this season.”We finished strong at home but we got one more final to go.”Emery also mentioned Leon Bailey who was also in tears at the full-time whistle.He added: “Of course, Leon Bailey is playing now less because other players are responding very well. They are performing well.Read More on The Sun”And we are going to play Manchester United for the last three points. And for us it will be very important again, to prepare, to be focused everybody.”And of course, then we will see about everything, how we are going to try to get better for the next season.”Leon Bailey was also emotional at the end of the matchCredit: Reuters More

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      We’ve been to every FA Cup round – and now we’ve bagged Wembley final tickets thanks to The Sun

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      A FOOTIE-mad family have been to every round of this year’s FA Cup — and will be at today’s final thanks to The Sun. Phil Hart, 46, and sons Fin, ten, and Will, 13 — all Colchester United season ticket holders — began a journey topping 2,000 miles by watching lowly local team Cornard United beat Fakenham. Phil Hart and sons Fin, 10, and Will, 13, set off on a 2,000-mile FA Cup adventure from the first round to the final at Wembley – with a little help from The SunCredit: Paul EdwardsFin and Will pictured at the start of their cup run – with a tin-foil trophy – as Cornard United beat Fakenham Town 3-0Credit: FacebookThe 3rd round saw the family watching Stockport County beat Brackley Town 3-1Credit: FacebookVowing to support whichever team won, they took in Stowmarket, Bishop’s Stortford, Braintree, Brackley and Stockport. In the Third Round, Stockport lost to Crystal Palace, and the family saw them then beat Doncaster, Millwall, Fulham and Aston Villa to set up the Wembley showdown with Manchester City. After The Sun contacted the FA, teacher Phil secured three tickets for the big game. Phil said: “I’ve watched my boys fall in love with football all over again.” READ MORE FA CUP FINAL NEWSPhil, from Great Horkesley, near Colchester, said: “As Colchester United season ticket holders I knew my sons and I are unlikely to see our team win the FA Cup. “So this year we decided to create our own road to Wembley with just one rule – we had to pick a team at random and follow the winner, wherever that may be and whenever the game was – all the way to the final. “It was pure grassroots — dodgy refs, questionable chips, but brilliant football. We were hooked. At the semi-final, to see Crystal Palace beat Aston Villa 3-0 – still with the tin-foil trophy in handCredit: Phil Hart“We stood on terraces in the rain at Braintree, Googled where Brackley was, and queued for pies in Stockport. Most read in Football“We cheered for unknown heroes and mourned for clubs we’d only met that day. The passion was real, raw and more fun than anything on TV. Fin said: “It’s been really fun visiting new stadiums and getting to meet some famous players.” Diehard Crystal Palace fan with arm in sling goes viral after using his HEAD to clap FA Cup heroes at WembleyFAMILY’S ROAD TO WEMBLEYHere’s how Phil Hart, 46, and sons Fin, ten, and Will, 13 made their way to Wembley,Colchester to… 3 Aug Cornard 3 v 0 Fakenham 26 miles 1hr drive 17 Aug Stowmarket 1 v 5 Cornard 60 miles 1hr 30 mins drive 31 Aug Bishop’s Stortford 5 v 0 Cornard 75 miles 2hrs drive 14 Sept FA Cup 2nd qualifying round Hemel Hempstead 0 v 1 Bishop’s Stortford 150 miles 3hrs 28 Sept 3rd qualifying round Bishop’s Stortford 3 v 2 Hereford 75 miles 2hrs drive 12 Oct 4th qualifying round Braintree 1 v 0 Bishop’s Stortford 35 miles 1hr 2 Nov 1st round Brackley 0 v 0 Braintree (Brackley won 5-4 on pens) 240 miles 5hr 30 Nov 2nd round Stockport 3 v 1 Brackley 460 miles 8 hrs 12 Jan 3rd round Crystal Palace 1 v 0 Stockport 150 miles 4hrs 10 Feb 4th round Doncaster Rovers 0 v 2 Palace 344 miles 6hrs 45 1 March 5th round Palace 3 v 1 Millwall 140 miles 4hrs 29 March Quarter final Fulham 0 v 3 Palace 145 miles 4 hrs 26 April Semi-final Palace 3 v 0 Aston Villa 145 miles 3.5hrs 17 May Final Palace v Manchester City 145 miles 3.5hrs Total miles round trip 2,190 Total travel time 45 hrs 15 mins  More