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      Premier League star reveals he was secretly a boxer as a kid as he throws support to heavyweight Fabio Wardley

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      FABIO WARDLEY has received backing from a Premier League star who revealed he was secretly a boxer as a kid. Wardley is a huge Ipswich fan and returns to the ring on Saturday at his beloved Portman Road against Australian Justis Huni. Ipswich fan and heavyweight boxer Fabio WardleyCredit: GettyAnd he will have the backing of the Ipswich faithful and squad – including captain Sam Morsy – who knows a thing or two about boxing himself. Morsy revealed: “It’s going to be amazing, I can’t wait to watch it and I’m buzzing for him.”It’s going to be an historic event and historic moment for him. I used to box as a kid, I had an amateur fight and won, back in the day. “I enjoyed it, boxing as a kid every summer – six weeks’ holiday and I’d be in the boxing gym.READ MORE IN BOXING“So I really enjoyed it, I enjoy watching it and it’s amazing to see Fab do his thing as part of the Ipswich family – and hopefully he wins!”Morsy, 33, joined Ipswich in 2021 from Middlesbrough and was named captain soon after. The midfielder helped the Tractor Boys gain back-to-back promotions from League One to the Premier League. But they were relegated this season along with Southampton and Leicester.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMorsy has given plenty motivational speeches in the dressing room and revealed what he would tell Wardley on fight night. He said: “I’d say ‘look, you’re living your dream,” Morsy revealed. “Be brave, be bold, trust yourself – you’ve got it. Simple.”Fabio Wardley faces off with Justis Huni ahead of his homecoming fight Over 20,000 are expected to be at Portman Road on the weekend and Wardley added: “The support of the club as a whole is something that’s hard to put into words. “It’s not just been the odd player here or there, or the odd staff member, everyone around the club has been so supportive and invested in me, wanting this to come off in the years beforehand.“From the players to everyone that’s around the club and Mark (Ashton) himself, who has been a massive advocate and massive pusher of pulling this off… ultimately this doesn’t come together without him being keen on it and him really wanting it to go ahead.“So I could not be more thankful to him and the club as whole for their backing, their support – and ultimately just, at the crux of it, looking after one of their own.“And I think that’s the strong ethos of this club. We support and get behind our own.”Sam Morsy with WardleyCredit: Laura Chigwidden More

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      Josh Kelly vows to KO Conor Benn and slams Chris Eubank Jr in double call out

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      JOSH KELLY has issued a double call out to Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr. Eubank beat Benn in their second generation grudge match in April after 12 thrilling rounds. Josh Kelly called out to Conor Benn and Chris Eubank JrCredit: GettyEubank beat Benn on points in AprilCredit: GettyThe two are contracted for a rematch but Eubank, 35, was hospitalised for two days after victory due to severe dehydration. He missed the 160lb middleweight limit by an agonising 0.05lb – costing him a £375,000 fine – and had a 10lb reydration clause. And Benn also had to jump over a stone from his regular fighting weight of 147lb. So Kelly – now at 154lb at super-welterweight – is open to welcoming Benn to the division or stepping up to fight Eubank. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe told Sky Sports: “I’d probably knock Conor Benn out, if not totally outbox him, and I believe I’d totally stand Eubank on his head. “I don’t think Eubank would go anywhere near me. I think I’ve got more of a chance getting the Conor Benn fight. “If he can’t make 147 anymore, or struggles to get down there, I’m the biggest guy at 154.”Kelly is even willing to meet Benn at a 157lb catchweight clash, adding: “In a heartbeat. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”It wouldn’t even be a question. It would just be like, ‘Yes, sign, done.’”Kelly, 31, returns on Friday in Newcastle against Romanian Flavius Biea but has big-money bouts against the likes of Benn, 28, in his sights. He said: “Conor’s a very clever fighter in terms of marketing. I should take a leaf out of his book. I should start shouting everybody out. “I should just say, ‘I’m only fighting the ones who are going to make me the most money’.”Fabio Wardley prepares for dream Portman Road homecoming fight More

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      Man Utd pair ‘refused to go on post-season tour of Asia’ as reasons for absence are revealed

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      TWO Manchester United stars reportedly refused to go on the club’s disastrous post-season tour of Asia. The Red Devils jetted off for Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong hours after their final Premier League match on May 25.United’s flops endured a tough time during their tour in AsiaCredit: GettyNeither Christian Eriksen (left) or Victor Lindelöf were on the tripCredit: EPARuben Amorim’s side endured one of the worst United seasons in living memory. The club ended the campaign with no silverware and languishing 15th in the Prem. With a summer overhaul of the squad expected, certain members of the touring party didn’t appear delighted to be 6,000-miles from home.According to The Athletic, both Victor Lindelof and Christian Eriksen refused to go on the tour. READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe report claims United “originally tried to make [the pair] join the travelling party”.But due to family commitments, they were eventually allowed to stay at home. Lindelof’s wife Maja is currently heavily pregnant with the pair’s third child. She remained in Sweden for the recent Europa League final, with Lindelof joining her once the season ended. Most read in FootballEriksen stayed to tie the knot with long-time partner Sabrina Kvist Jensen.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThe Danish midfielder wed his girlfriend of almost 15 years at Odense City Hall last Wednesday. Both players are contracted with United until June 30. ‘Players are not acting in the right manner’ – David Beckham slams Man Utd stars’ behaviour after fans clashes on tourThey will become free agents next month with no new deal on the table.United’s tour proved to be a shambles both on and off the field.Amorim’s men fell to an embarrassing 1-0 defeat to an ASEAN All Star XI in Kuala Lumpur.While Alejandro Garnacho and Amad Diallo were slammed for giving the middle finger to fans in viral videos – although Diallo claimed it was in response to verbal abuse.Club icon David Beckham was among those to call out the behaviour of the players.He blasted: “I’ve seen a lot of things where players are not acting in the right manner.“A lot of things that are not OK in my eyes as a fan and lover of Manchester United.“We were part of a team that was so well-mannered.Read More on The Sun”We understood what it meant to play for Manchester United. We understood what the badge meant.”Wherever we travelled, whether in Europe or Asia, we respected the fans.” More

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      Oliver Glasner stalling on new Crystal Palace contract after transfer woes with deal up in just 12 months

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      CRYSTAL PALACE boss Oliver Glasner will hold off signing a new deal at the club until he sees how serious the board is about backing him in the transfer market.The Austrian manager has been a massive success in south London, defying the odds and delivering the club’s first major trophy in its history.Oliver Glasner has transformed Palace by winning the FA CupCredit: EPAStar player Eberechi Eze is attractiing interest from SpursCredit: GettyTrevoh Chalobah arrived at Palace on deadline day last summerCredit: PAHis FA Cup success has seen him linked to jobs elsewhere, but he has recently stated that he will remain at the club for the upcoming season.However Glasner is in no rush to commit long-term with just over a year remaining on his current deal.SunSport sources say he wants clear assurances that summer signings will be completed in good time before contract talks progress to the next stage.A Palace insider told SunSport: “He has a year left on his deal and is just waiting to see how this summer goes before signing a new one.READ MORE IN FOOTBAL“He was very critical of last summer, so the onus is on Parish to get deals done in time for pre-season.“Waiting until the last couple of days to bring in four players wasn’t ideal.”Eddie Nketiah, Maxence Lacroix, Matt Turner and Trevoh Chalobah all arrived at the club on transfer deadline day.Something Glasner himself highlighted during his press conference last season: “It’s not a public discussion- I’ve already mentioned it several times. We could have done better in the transfer window.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK“With four signings on deadline day, it’s not how you wish a transfer window would work.”‘Raiders of The Selhurst Park’ – Bidding war for Guehi and Eze imminient?The Eagles are keen to build on a promising end to the campaign and Sunsport exclusively reported last month that Glasner was willing to sanction the sale of the duo to fund a rebuild.Eze has interest from Tottenham and Guehi from Newcastle.SunSport has been told Glasner wants serious reinforcements, particularly in midfield and up front, to help Palace climb the table and mount a strong Europa League campaign, following their FA Cup triumph.Talks between Glasner and the board are ongoing, but for now, all eyes are on the transfer window- before any pens come out. More

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      Man Utd in three-way Aleksandar Mitrovic transfer battle with Premier League rivals after missing out on Liam Delap

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are considering a shock swoop for Aleksandar Mitrovic after missing out on Liam Delap, according to reports.The Red Devils endured an horrific season in 2024-25, managing just 44 Premier League goals as they finished a barely-believable 15th.Aleksandar Mitrovic is wanted by Man Utd this summer, according to shock reportsCredit: ReutersMitrovic has Premier League experience from his time at Fulham as well as NewcastleCredit: AlamyRasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee are both rumoured to be on the chopping block after dismal campaigns.Ipswich’s breakout star Delap, 22, was the club’s No1 striker target, but the former Manchester City academy star is set to join Chelsea instead.And while United aren’t in a position to sign anyone without first selling, Old Trafford chiefs are contemplating a swoop for ex-Fulham striker Mitrovic, according to talkSPORT.The 30 year old has scored 68 goals in 79 games since quitting the Prem to join Al-Hilal in a £50million move two years ago.READ MORE SPORT STORIESHe has Premier League experience from his time at both Fulham and Newcastle.Mitrovic famously scored 43 times in just 44 games in the Cottagers’ promotion campaign in 2021-22, his best return in six Prem seasons across both clubs is just 14 goals.Yet that total is nearly DOUBLE United’s top scorer from last season, with Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo both scoring just eight apiece.Strikers Hojlund and Zirkzee managed just seven goals combined.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMitrovic would likely prove to be an upgrade, and a budget one at around £40m.He’s even believed to be willing to take a pay cut on his £400,000-a-week Saudi wages.Bruno Fernandes enjoys dinner with Al-Hilal ‘secret agent’ Joao Cancelo as he faces Man Utd exit decisionAfter missing out on Delap, in-demand Viktor Gyokeres is said to be the club’s ‘dream target’.However, he’s more likely to end up at Arsenal – especially after United failed to qualify for any European competition for next season.Al-Hilal are looking to bring in new faces, with Victor Osimhen and even Cristiano Ronaldo targeted, according to the report.Bruno Fernandes is also a huge-name target, with the United captain spotted with Al-Hilal’s “secret agent” ahead of a potential move.However, the Saudi giants would first need to sell – and Mitrovic could be moved on.One of Mitrovic’s most famous moments in England came AGAINST Man Utd – when he shoved referee Chris Kavanagh, receiving an eight-match ban for his troubles.West Ham and Everton are both said to be keeping tabs on Mitrovic.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford More

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      Isle of Man TT 2025: Schedule, results, race times, live stream & TV channel as iconic race RETURNS

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      THE Isle of Man TT is back THIS WEEK as some of Britain’s top riders race around country lanes at 130mph!Dubbed by many as the ‘world’s most dangerous race’, the iconic course has claimed the lives of 270 people since its first edition in 1907.Davey Todd will be hoping to defend his Senior TT title at the Isle of Man TTMichael Dunlop has the most wins EVER and is looking for moreLast year, Northern Irish legend Michael Dunlop broke the record for most wins on the course and is back for more this time around.Dunlop broke uncle Joey’s record of 26 last year with FOUR wins out of seven to take his overall tally to an incredible 29.There has already been huge drama in the qualifying section with Peter Hickman involved in a major crash.Hickman is one of the most recognisable faces in the Isle of Man TT and has won 14 races in the last five events.The BMW rider has since been released from hospital but will not participate in this year’s racing.Here’s everything you need to know for the week ahead.What is the Isle of Man TT?The annual event sees professional and semi-professional riders race around the Isle of Man in a time-trial.The ‘TT’ in the name stands for Tourist Trophy, rather than time trial.Most read in MotorsportAnyone from any country can apply to race as long as they have a valid National Entrants or FIM Sponsors Licence for Road Racing, plus a driver’s licence.Last week was the qualifying section and this week is the racing.There are six main events – the Senior TT, Supersport TT, Superbike TT, Superstock TT, Supertwin TT and Sidecar TT – with all roads on the island closed between 9am and 5pm.The Senior TT is the main attraction and has almost run continuously since 1911.It was not held due to World War I (1915-19) and World War II (1940-46), then because of foot and mouth disease in 2001, bad weather in 2012 and Covid-19 in 2020 and 2021.Davey Todd won the race last year.Isle of Man TT 2025 schedule and resultsRace Day 1 – Monday, June 29am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed12pm: Superbike TT Race – Winner: Davey Todd2pm: Sidecar TT Race 1 – Winners: Ryan & Callum Crowe3.15pm: Supersport TT Race 1 – Winner: Michael Dunlop5pm: Roads re-openRace Day 2 – Tuesday, June 39am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed10.45pm: Superstock TT Race 112.30pm: Sidecar shakedown2pm: Supertwin TT Race 14pm: Solo practice5pm: Roads re-openRace Day 3 – Wednesday, June 49am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed10.45pm: Supersport TT Race 22pm: Sidecar TT Race 24pm: Solo practice5pm: Roads re-openRest Day – Thursday, June 5TBC – ContingencyRace Day 4 – Friday, June 69am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed10.45pm: Superstock TT Race 22pm: Supertwin TT Race 24pm: Senior TT practice9.30pm: Roads re-openRace Day 5 – Saturday, June 79am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed10.45pm: Senior TT Race9.30pm: Roads re-openWhat TV channel is the Isle of Man TT on and is there a live stream?The 2025 Isle of Man TT will not be broadcast live on any TV.Instead, race fans will need to purchase TT+ which costs £23.99 for full coverage of every race, plus behind-the-scenes access and in-depth analysis.TT+ can be live streamed via the website on any compatible device.Alternatively, ITV4 has nightly highlights every day at 9pm.What is the prize money for the Isle of Man TT?The total prize money for the 2025 Isle of Man TT sits at £353,115, which is a large increase from last year.The prize pots are as follows: Senior TT – £88,725Superbike TT – £65,100Supersport TT per race (2) – £29,820Sidecar TT per race (2) – £24,675Superstock TT per race (2) – £24,675Supertwin TT per race (2) – £20,475A full breakdown for the 2025 prize money can be found here.Who has won the most Isle of Man TT races?Michael Dunlop is the most successful rider at the Isle of Man TT.He won four races in 2024 to take his overall tally to 29.Read More on The SunThe Northern Irishman had been trailing his legendary uncle, Joey, heading into last year’s event – Joey had won 26.Michael’s four wins in 2024 added to his four wins in 2023. More

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      Jake Paul reveals ‘hefty’ six-man hit-list of opponents for next fight including Anthony Joshua and world champ

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      JAKE PAUL has included Anthony Joshua in his “hefty” six-man hit-list of opponents after he fights Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. The YouTuber-turned-boxer returns on June 28 against former middleweight world champion Chavez in a cruiserweight clash. Jake Paul returns against Julio Cesar Chavez JrCredit: ReutersAnthony Joshua has been called out by Jake PaulCredit: GettyBut he is targeting even bigger bouts in the future, including against 41-year-old WBC world champion Badou Jack. Paul told his Most Valuable Promotions: “After Chavez I think Gervonta Davis, Anthony Joshua, KSI, Tommy Fury, Ryan Garcia, Badou Jack. It’s a pretty hefty list.” The American revealed he is lining up an exhibition bout against WBA lightweight champion Davis, 30, later this year. Davis, 30, was in talks to face Paul this summer until he controversially drew against Lamont Roach, 29, in March with the two set to rematch in August. READ MORE IN BOXINGPaul, 28, audaciously called out two-time heavyweight champion Joshua, 35, earlier in the year. And he has claimed the two struck a shock verbal agreement to fight in 2026. He has also voiced lofty ambitions of fighting for a world title and claimed talks are underway with Jack’s camp for a championship bout. Garcia, 26, is another big American name who was formerly friends with Paul until the two started to call each other out. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd Garcia – recently upset by Rolando Romero – revealed he would be willing to jump from 147lb to 185lb in order to fight Paul. KSI, 31, is another to have rivalled Paul for several years but a disagreement over weight has stalled talks. ‘I would’ve beaten him’ – Jake Paul blasts Canelo Alvarez’s win over William Scull and but says shock fight WILL happenPaul’s next fight is at the 14st 4lb cruiserweight limit of 200lb having beaten Mike Tyson, 58, at heavyweight weighing 227lb (16st 2lb). Meanwhile, KSI’s last fight came in defeat to Fury, 26, in October 2023 at 183lb over a STONE lighter than Paul’s fighting weight. Paul himself wants to rematch Fury after his split-decision loss in 2023 – which stands as his first and only defeat so far. He said: “I definitely think that will happen at some point Tommy just has to be realistic about what he’s worth and taking the amazing deal that we had. “I can fight any big name opponents all Tommy has is me. But I do wanna make the rematch happen and I definitely know that I’m going to destroy and knock him out. “Based off his last fight, he hasn’t got any better whereas I have two and a half years worth of more experience. “And better preparation, better coaches, better diet, better everything. Read More on The Sun”I’m just a completely different boxer than I was when we got in the ring the first time. He hasn’t improved as much. “He’s been doing this his whole life so the level that he can get to is not going to change much versus every year that goes by I can increase expediently.” Gervonta Davis is set to rematch Lamont Roach JrCredit: GettyWBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack has been called out by Jake PaulCredit: GettyTommy Fury beat Jake Paul in 2023Credit: EPARyan Garcia has called out Jake Paul in the pastCredit: RexKSI facing off with Jake Paul in 2020Credit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Declan Rice and girlfriend Lauren Fryer make rare public appearance after cruel trolls forced her off social media

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      DECLAN RICE’S girlfriend Lauren Fryer made a rare public appearance at Jarrod Bowen’s wedding.The Arsenal midfielder attended his old team-mate’s ceremony as the West Ham captain tied the knot with reality star Dani Dyer.Declan Rice’s girlfriend appeared to be in the background applauding the happy coupleCredit: InstagramDani Dyer and Jarrod Bowen tied the knot in a lavish ceremonyCredit: Dani DyerLauren and Declan Rice are childhood sweetheartsCredit: Instagram @laurenfryer_Bowen looked dapper in a suit as his bride stunned in a glamorous white dress at the couple’s star-studded ceremony in Buckinghamshire.As the newlyweds walked off after saying their vows, a picture was taken of a smiling Dani holding a bouquet of flowers.And eagle-eyed fans spotted Rice applauding in the background.According to the Daily Mail, his rarely-seen girlfriend Lauren was stood in front of him.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey are childhood sweethearts and have a young son named Jude.But unlike Dani, who partied with actor dad Danny on her big day, Lauren chooses to stay out of the spotlight.She suffered cruel online abuse last year and it led to her wiping her social media clean.It is not just Bowen and Rice who are close pals, as their Wags also struck up a close bond after spending last summer’s Euros with England together.Most read in FootballDani has spoken out to defend her, exclusively telling The Sun last year: “It was so hard, the trolling, as she doesn’t put herself out there.“I think it’s harder when you are not in [the celebrity world] and you are being personally attacked. I found that hard. Roy Keane responds to Jill Scott joke about Declan Rice on Stick To Football“She is a really good mum, who keeps to herself. No one deserves to be criticised like that. It was so cruel.“She got a lot of support from all of us, which she definitely needed.”Dani and dad Danny on her big dayCredit: Instagram
      Lauren deleted posts off her Instagram after being targeted by bulliesCredit: Instagram @laurenfryer_ More