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      Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni: Date, fight time, undercard, TV channel and live stream for huge homecoming bout

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      FABIO WARDLEY is preparing for a huge homecoming bout THIS WEEKEND!The lifelong Ipswich Town fan will take to the ring at Portman Road as he faces Justis Huni on Saturday night.Fabio Wardley will return to the ring for the first time since his brutal knockout win over Frazer ClarkeCredit: GettyBoxing – Justis Huni v Kevin Lerena – Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 8, 2024 Justis Huni in action against Kevin Lerena REUTERS/Andrew CouldridgeA win for Wardley would see him move into pole position for a shot at the WBA heavyweight title.The unbeaten Brit was due to fight Jarrell Miller, but the American was forced to pull out of the bout due to a shoulder injury.In stepped Huni, on roughly six weeks’ notice, who is looking to cause a huge upset on Wardley’s homecoming.Wardley goes into the fight as the big favourite, but Australian Huni, 26, is not expected to be a pushover.READ MORE IN BOXINGHe is unbeaten, with a record of 12 wins and seven KOs, although he hasn’t fought much outside of Australia.Dillian Whyte is chief support for the event – but the Body Snatcher does not yet have an opponent booked.There will also be lots of eyes on Lewis Richardson, who makes his pro debut against Dmitri Protkunas.Richardson won a middleweight bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics.Most read in BoxingWhen is Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni?Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni will take place on Saturday, June 7.The event will take place in front of tens of thousands of fans at the home of Ipswich Town FC, Portman Road.The card is set to get underway at 7pm BST.The main event is scheduled for approximately 10pm BST.Are tickets still available for Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni?Tickets for Wardley vs Huni are still available on secondary sites such as StubHub.At the time of writing, the cheapest ticket is priced at £55.*Please note that StubHub and similar secondary ticket resale sites may list tickets above face value.What TV channel is Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni on and can it be live streamed?Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni will be broadcast live on DAZN.You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.A flexible pass, worth £19.99, is also available, and you can cancel at any time with 30 days’ notice.You can also pay £119.99 for the year upfront, which is the lowest cost option.Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog of the event to keep up with all the latest on the card.Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni undercardHere are all the bouts taking place at Portman Road.Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni – for the interim WBA heavyweight titleDillian Whyte vs TBAPierce O’Leary vs Liam Dillon – for the EEU uropean super-lightweight titleNelson Hysa vs Patrick Korte – for the WBO European heavyweight titleMike Perez vs Steven Ward Sam Gilley vs Gideon OnyenaniUmar Khan vs Moises GarciaBilly Adams vs Alexander MoralesLewis Richardson vs Dimitri ProtkunasLillie Winch vs Katerina DvorakovaJack Williams vs Fernando ValdezWhat’s been said?Wardley said he is facing the wrath of his partner – who is due just a week after the fight.He said: “This is a slightly tense topic. My missus wasn’t the happiest with this fight date.”She is due a week later but it is Portman Road. It’s not just any fight, it’s the one at Portman Road. She said, ‘Yeah I know but…’”They say the chances are that the first one comes late but who knows.”On fighting at Portman Road, he added: “Of course it comes with pressure. But pressure is a privilege. Being here is a privilege.”Being able to fight here is a privilege and I think I have proven throughout my career that I do well under pressure.”I like it. When the lights are bright, when the occasion is big, it’s when you get the best from me.Huni told Sporting News: “I want to go over there and make them never forget my name.“Fighting over there in his hometown, I feel like there’s no pressure on me, all the pressure’s on him.Read More on The Sun“He has to come and perform for his people. “At the end of the day, I don’t know anyone there and a lot of them might not even know me. They’ll know after, that’s it.” More

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      Ballon d’Or 2025: PSG star favourite for award as French giants dominate top 10 and just one Premier League ace in mix

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      THE 2024-25 season is in the books – and it’s fair to say it didn’t quite follow the script.And now the Ballon d’Or is set to follow suit.PSG’s Champions League win sees a hatful of their stars go into the running for a Ballon d’Or titleCredit: AFPLiverpool won the Premier League after a sensational season, but do any Reds make it into our top ten?Credit: GettyIf someone told you Liverpool would win the Premier League in their “rebuild” year under Arne Slot, few would have believed you.And then there’s Paris Saint-Germain finally winning the Champions League AFTER getting rid of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.Tottenham booked a Champions League spot by winning the Europa League – ending their 17-year trophy drought – despite finishing 17th in the Prem with a barely-believable 38 points.Crystal Palace won their first-ever trophy, while Newcastle ended their 70-year wait for a major crown with Carabao Cup glory.READ MORE SPORT STORIESSo it only seems right that there will be a new Ballon d’Or winner in 2025.The Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo duopoly has completely crumbled in the last year or so, with Rodri clinching the 2024 award.But with the Spaniard out for much of the season injured and playing for a wildly sub-par Manchester City, he’s completely out of the running.So 2025 will see a first win for one of SunSport’s top ten.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSpoiler alert, PSG stars feature heavily, with just one Premier League star making the list…10. Pedri – BarcelonaThe Nou Camp giants had a season to remember and appear to be well on their way to getting back to their best after a few difficult seasons, particularly in the Champions League.No longer THE wonderkid in the Barca team, Pedri, 22, has lost that title to 17-year-old Lamine Yamal, who many consider to be the heir to Lionel Messi’s throne.I can win the Ballon D’or says Brighton’s Carlos BalebaBut the midfielder has quietly gone about his business, racking up four goals and five assists in 37 LaLiga games en route to the title, missing just one match.He also played in all 14 Champions League matches – culminating in the epic 7-6 aggregate loss to Inter Milan, arguably the greatest-ever two-legged Champions League tie.Pedri has been quietly superb in the Barcelona midfieldCredit: Shutterstock Editorial9. Kylian Mbappe – Real MadridA season of frustration for the French superstar.Mbappe, 26, quit PSG to end their ‘Galacticos’ era once and for all… with his old side immediately going on to win the one trophy that had always evaded them: the Champions League.Los Blancos finished second in LaLiga behind old rivals Barcelona, while losing both the Copa del Rey and Supercopa de Espana finals.They made it to the quarter-finals of the Champions League, before losing to Arsenal. On a personal level, Mbappe recovered from a slow start to show signs of his best form, scoring 43 goals across all competitions, including a hat-trick in the 3-1 win over Man City.Mbappe endured a tough season trophy-wise, but was in red-hot form in front of goalCredit: EPA8. Lautaro Martinez – Inter MilanA real ‘nearly’ season for Inter Milan, it was a difficult one for fans – and the club itself – to process.On the one hand, they exceeded expectations. But, on the other, they were so close, yet so far – second in Serie A, runners up in the Champions League and Supercoppa Italiana and semi-finalists in the Coppa Italia.Captain Martinez, 27, was the club’s top scorer with 22 goals in all competitions – crucially including nine strikes in his 14 Champions League appearances, a huge factor in their fairytale run to the final.Lautaro Martinez was the ultimate leader for Inter Milan in their impressive seasonCredit: Reuters7. Gianluigi Donnarumma – PSGThe first entrant to our top 10 from the Paris giants and Champions League winners is the man between the sticks.The 6ft 5in Italian giant, 26, played in all 15 Champions League matches.And his heroic performances between the sticks were a key cog in the long-suffering club finally ending their European Cup drought – particularly in the semi-final win over Arsenal.After years of solid performances, the former AC Milan stopper appears to be finally living up to his potential as one of the best on the planet and arguably the best European goalkeepers.Gianluigi Donnarumma was a giant between the sticks for PSGCredit: AP6. Desire Doue – PSGA relative unknown among casual fans before this season, Doue has been an absolute revelation.The young winger, 19, played in 16 Champions League matches this season, scoring five times – including TWO in the final to kill off the game.Inevitably, talk has quickly moved to a “new Messi-Ronaldo” rivalry between Doue and Yamal.It might be a bit early for that, but both are certainly in the hunt for this season’s Ballon d’Or after scintillating seasons.Desire Doue has been a revelation on the PSG wing this seasonCredit: Reuters5. Khvicha KvaratskheliaWhat a year for the Georgian star…The 24-year-old was part of the Napoli squad who won the Serie A title until January, when he moved to a PSG side who won the Ligue 1, Champions League, Coupe de France and Trophee des Champions quadruple.Domestic trophies are no new thing for PSG and 2024-25 will forever be remembered as the season they won their first-ever Champions League.Kvaratskhelia played a vital role in that, playing in nine Champions League matches since January alone, contributing to five goals en route to glory, including his strike in the final.Khvicha Kvaratskhelia enjoyed a superb season… at both Napoli and then PSGCredit: Shutterstock Editorial4. Raphinha – BarcelonaAt one stage, the former Leeds man looked like he was going to shatter Cristiano Ronaldo’s Champions League record.Despite falling short, the Brazilian winger, 28, contributed to 21 GOALS in just 14 Champions League games.Raphinha was also involved in 27 goals in 36 LaLiga games as Barcelona won the title.It was some season for the winger, who was the top favourite for the Ballon d’Or not long ago.Raphinha enjoyed easily the best season of his careerCredit: Shutterstock Editorial3. Mo Salah – LiverpoolA truly sensational season for the Egyptian superstar.Salah, 32, was on track to obliterate the Premier League scoring record, before his hot streak cooled late on.Despite that, the winger contributed to 47 Premier League goals as Liverpool won their record-levelling 20th top-flight crown.He won the Golden Boot with 29 goals – meaning he’s now won it a joint-record FOUR times.Salah also contributed to seven goals in nine Champions League games, as the Reds won the first-ever 32-team group stage and reached the quarter-finals before losing to eventual champions, PSG.Mo Salah enjoyed one of his best LIverpool seasons en route to the title and celebrated by signing a new contractCredit: PA2. Lamine Yamal – BarcelonaWe’ve heard the term “Messi regen” before… with Ansu Fati.And while that perhaps hasn’t quite panned out, it’s impossible to think Yamal isn’t destined for superstardom.Aged just 17, Yamal was involved in 22 LaLiga goals in 35 outings as Barcelona won the title, with a further eight involvements in the Champions League.He’s the youngest player to reach 100 competitive games for Barcelona and at this rate he could shatter a whole array of records before his career is done.Brazil legend Ronaldo currently holds the record for youngest-ever Ballon d’Or winner, aged 21 in 1997.Before that, George Best was the youngest at the age of 29.If Yamal does win it this year, he’ll set a record that will likely never be broken.Either way, you certainly wouldn’t bet against him breaking the record in the next few seasons…Fans reckon Lamine Yamal is destined to be the second coming of Lionel MessiCredit: Reuters1. Ousmane Dembele – PSGIn Mbappe’s absence, PSG were always going to rely on his fellow Frenchman to step up and be the attacking leader.And while the addition of Kvaratskhelia and emergence of Doue has been a massive boost, Dembele is unquestionably the No1 threat in Luis Enrique’s team.Read More on The SunDembele was involved in 14 goals in 15 Champions League games en route to an historic title, while he scored 21 times in 29 Ligue 1 matches, with a further six assists.In all, the forward scored 33 goals in his side’s quadruple campaign – and puts him in pole position for the Ballon d’Or… for now.Ousmane Dembele stepped up as leader of the PSG attack in some style after Mbappe’s exitCredit: Reuters More

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      Gary Lineker reunites with brother Wayne amid 17-year feud as pair neck bottle of booze at his son’s Ibiza wedding

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      GARY LINEKER appeared to put his feud with brother Wayne to one side as they partied at a family wedding in Ibiza.The Linekers celebrated in style as the former Match of the Day host’s son Harry got married.Gary Lineker knocked back booze at his son’s weddingCredit: InstagramThe former Match of the Day host celebrated by waving a napkin in the airCredit: InstagramWayne later got his turn, tilting his head back and catching the drink in his mouthCredit: InstagramGary looked dapper in a suit alongside his boysCredit: InstagramHarry, 31, tied the knot with partner Bella in a luxurious ceremony on the Spanish island over the weekend.And several videos posted on social media show both Gary, 64, and Wayne, 63, enjoying themselves.The former England striker looked dapper in a smart white shirt and glasses.But he risked getting drenched in one clip as a bottle of booze was poured directly into his mouth.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis younger brother Wayne made the short trip to the ceremony from his O Beach party hotspot and was dressed to impress in a stylish suit.The entrepreneur and club owner joined in the fun, stepping up next to tilt his head back and catch the drink in his mouth.Spirits were high, literally, as all the family celebrated together in the Ibiza sun. It comes after a 17-year feud between the Lineker brothers. Most read in FootballGary’s son Harry tied the knot to his partner BellaWayne and Gary had fell out in 2008The two are believed to have fallen out while Gary was with his second wife Danielle Bux.They travelled to Ibiza to visit Wayne but the trip broke their close relationship, which saw an end to their weekly phone calls.He told The Sun in 2015: “In my opinion, Danielle cost me my relationship with my brother. Sadly Gary is no longer a part of my life.”They came to Ibiza in August 2008 and it was really awkward. I didn’t spark with Danielle and our relationship was cold.”Wayne was Gary’s best man at his first wedding to Michelle Cockayne in 1986.But the club owner did not attend as the ex-BBC host tied to knot with Danielle because his invite did not extend to his girlfriend at the time Ana Tanaka.Opening up on the brother’s relationship in a recent interview with The Mail, Wayne said: “It’s not so good to be honest, we don’t really speak very often. I’ll always be his number one fan.”The Linekers boozy ceremony came as The Sun exclusively revealed that BBC chiefs delivered a final snub to Gary just before his final Match of the Day show.They decided to axe his last interview with Liverpool hero Mo Salah without warning.Read More on The SunThe Beeb feared Lineker — involved in an online row over an antisemitic post — would say something controversial about Gaza.He stepped out of the hotseat following a 26-year stint as presenter just over a week ago.Wayne Lineker hosts celebs and footballers at his O Beach Club in IbizaCredit: Instagram @waynelinekerHe has been seen partying with the likes of Jack Grealish and Jude BellinghamCredit: Instagram More

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      ‘If that’s the plan I’m Amorim out’ – Man Utd fans fume at hint £62.5m signing Matheus Cunha could play shock position

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have begged Ruben Amorim to unleash Matheus Cunha’s attacking potential – after reports he’s preparing a new role for the Brazilian. United confirmed the capture of the 26-year-old forward for £62.5million on Sunday. United fans want Ruben Amorim to unleash Matheus Cunha’s potential as a forwardCredit: Shutterstock EditorialReports suggest Amorim could employ the Brazilian in a deeper, more defensive roleCredit: PACunha scored 17 goals for Wolves last season playing in a free-ranging No. 10 role.The versatile forward played across the front line at Molineux, including at centre forward.The Times suggest Amorim sees Cunha “slotting in as either one of the two No10s in his system.”But the report claims the Portuguese could employ Cunha “slightly further back in a more defensive role.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLUnited netted just 44 goals in the Premier League last season.And some fans were not impressed by the idea of their new £62.5m man being stifled in a more defensive setup.One raged on X: “If that’s the plan then I’m completely Amorim out.”Another agreed: “Sack Ruben Amorim on the spot if Cunha doesn’t play at LF 10 or ST, this misprofiling needs to end.”Most read in FootballCunha’s heat map from his final Wolves game shows his free-ranging role and attacking intentBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAnd a third commented: “The defensive part is surely a joke.”While a fourth predicted: “So here we go again, Cunha is no defender, but we will make him into a defensive mid. Again, with the square pegs in round holes. I can see Amorim using him deeper to accommodate Mount in the 10.”‘Players are not acting in the right manner’ – David Beckham slams Man Utd stars’ behaviour after fans clashes on tourUnited’s flops are currently on their way back from a disastrous post-season tour of Asia.A large proportion of the squad are heading out on international duty over the next fortnight.Cunha was spotted leaving a hotel in Manchester on Sunday.A statement from the club announcing the deal said: “Everyone at Manchester United looks forward to welcoming Matheus to Old Trafford.”He drove straight to the airport and jetted out to join the Brazil squad for World Cup qualifiers against Paraguay and Ecuador. SunSport has revealed Amorim is ready to get tough with his Red Devils squad following a horror campaign. Amorim has delivered a list of instructions to ensure United are in top shape for the new Prem season, which starts on the weekend of August 16.Read More on The SunIt is believed non-international players could return to the club’s Carrington HQ earlier than normal, with a suggestion some may be back training by the end of THIS month.Amorim wants fitness levels to be sky high, demanding that players  hit personal bests by mid-July. More

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      Fans poke fun at ‘best team in Europe’ Arsenal as they are 12th in Uefa’s rankings behind MAN UTD

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      FANS are laughing at Arsenal after the Uefa rankings put them behind Manchester United.The Gunners fell short of silverware for the third season in a row while the Red Devils had their worst campaign in modern history.Arsenal sit 12th in Uefa’s coefficient league tableCredit: Shutterstock EditorialDespite a poor season, Man Utd remain ahead of themCredit: GettyAfter crashing out the Champions League to eventual winners PSG, Mikel Arteta claimed his team are the “best in Europe”.But the coefficient league table disagrees and even has Arsenal below crisis club United.The rankings take into account each side’s performance in the Champions, Europa and Conference Leagues over the last five years and it is used for seeding.Arsenal sit 12th overall with 98 points and Man Utd are 11th on 102.5.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe North Londoners’ run to the Champions League semi-final this season earned them 36 points.But their score has been hindered by not appearing on the continent in 2020/21 and losing in the Europa League last-16 to Sporting Lisbon the following year.While United’s performances across the five-year period have been more steady, featuring in every season.Despite victories in the Europa being less valuable than the Champions League, two runner-up finishes and a run to quarter-final is enough to prop them up just above Arsenal.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnd fans have mocked the Gunners, with one saying: “As if the best team in Europe isn’t even ranked top ten.”Another laughed: “Chelsea is still ahead of Arsenal despite not playing Champions League for two seasons.”Jamie Carragher in huge row with Gary Neville over Arsenal title prediction and striker claimA third commented: “This can’t be right, the best club in the world Arsenal are not there. They have been telling me all year they are the best the world has ever seen. Forget the trophies.”The updated rankings have Real Madrid out on top on 143.5, narrowly ahead of Manchester City’s 137.75.PSG’s Champions League victory earned them 33.5 and rockets them to fifth.Chelsea got 30 from their Conference League glory and they can still count upon the 33 from Champions League success under Thomas Tuchel four years ago.Outside the top spots – Tottenham are 27th, West Ham sit 29th and Aston Villa place 46th.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates More

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      Chelsea ‘want to wrap up deal for Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens before Club World Cup’ with Sancho future in doubt

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      CHELSEA are in talks with Borussia Dortmund to sign Jamie Gittens and want a deal done before the Club World Cup, transfer reports say. The Blues are in the market for forwards and are set to welcome striker Liam Delap after agreeing a £30million move with Ipswich. Chelsea are in talks with Borussia Dortmund to sign Jamie GittensCredit: AlamyBut a winger is also on their wishlist with Dortmund’s Gittens a top priority and both clubs are now in negotiations, according to the Telegraph. Chelsea inquired about the wideman in January and Dortmund have been braced for summer bids worth £50million – matching his release clause. It comes amid uncertainty around Jadon Sancho’s future after his loan from Manchester United nears an end. Chelsea have an obligation to buy him for £25m or pay a £5m penalty to get out of the deal. READ MORE ON CHELSEASancho finished the season with five goals in 42 games – including the third in the Blues’ Conference League final win over Real Betis.But his wages – believed to be around £350,000-a-week – are a stumbling block for any suitor.Gittens – who spent time at Chelsea’s academy – ended the last campaign with 12 goals in 48 games.He had spells with Reading and City’s academy before moving to Germany and progressing into Dortmund’s first-team. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSGittens joins the likes of Sancho and Jude Bellingham to have made their name in the Bundesliga. He helped Dortmund get to the Champions League final in 2024 – losing to Bellingham’s Real Madrid. Chelsea finally discover Club World Cup opponents as former star, 38, assists dramatic winner to set up reunionEarlier this season Gittens became the youngest English player to score in the Champion League – aged 20 and 75 days – when he netted against Real Madrid.Gittens has played for England at youth level – not yet making a senior appearance – but will not play in this summer’s Under-21 Euros. That is because he is set to travel with Dortmund for the Club World Cup in America – joining Chelsea in the expanded 32-team tournament. But the Blues are said to want the winger signed by the time they set off for the States. Chelsea are also linked with United’s Alejandro Garnacho, who is expected to leave Old Trafford this summer. The West Londoners held talks for the Argentine last January and have also been tracking Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams. Chelsea are also looking to clear out players this summer with Noni Madueke – who scored 11 last season – believed to be on the market.Christopher Nkunku and Joao Felix – who spent the second half of last season on loan at AC Milan – are other attackers up for sale.Goalkeepers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic could also be sold if the right bid comes in. Renato Veiga, Ben Chilwell, Axel Disasi are all due back from their respective loans but remain out of favour in defence.Read More on The SunKiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu are midfielders with uncertain futures. And Raheem Sterling, who has two years left on his £325,000-a-week contract – has no future at Chelsea after a disappointing Arsenal loan spell. More

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      Leaked medical document ‘proves Imane Khelif is a biological male’ after winning gold in women’s boxing at Olympics

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      OLYMPIC gender row boxer Imane Khelif has been hit with fresh accusations of being a biological male. Khelif won gold for Algeria at the Paris Games in 2024 – a year after being banned from International Boxing Association competition. Imane Khelif has been hit with fresh accusations of being a biological maleCredit: GettyIn 2023, the IBA banned Khelif after tests taken in New Delhi allegedly produced the DNA of a “male”.The IOC – who replaced the IBA as the Olympic’s boxing governing body – were warned about the tests and urged to remove Khelif from the competition. But Khelif was allowed to box in Paris because of her female passport status.Now, the alleged sex-test results from the 2023 World Championships have been been published for the first time by 3 Wire Sports.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe medical report appears to indicate that the boxer is biologically male.American journalist Alan Abrahamson produced the result of a test said to have been carried out on the boxer in New Delhi in March 2023 – which triggered the boxer’s disqualification. The document published summarises the findings on Khelif as “abnormal”, stating: “Chromosome analysis reveals male karyotype.”A karyotype refers to an individual’s complete set of chromosomes, which in Khelif’s case has been reported by (IBA) as being XY, the male pattern.Most read in BoxingThe alleged test results carry the letterhead of Dr Lal PathLabs in New Delhi, accredited by the American College of Pathologists and certified by the Swiss-based International Organisation for Standardisation. This directly challenges what IOC spokesman Mark Adams said in a tense news conference at the Paris Olympics.Gender row Olympics boxer Imane Khelif fires defiant message to Donald Trump after ‘eye-opening experience’ He described the results that saw Khelif banned as “ad hoc” and “not legitimate”.IOC president Thomas Bach even claimed that the results are the product of a Russian-led misinformation campaign. It followed after the IBA – headed by Russia’s Umar Kremlev – had been stripped of IOC recognition in a row over ethics and financial management.Khelif has always denied being a biological male and even named JK Rowling and Elon Musk in a cyberbullying lawsuit. And the 26-year-old has vowed to fight on, even eyeing another gold at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. But World Boxing has ruled that Khelif is ineligible to enter future events as a woman without first submitting to the same chromosome testing that has already triggered the boxer’s disqualification at global level.The governing body – provisionally approved to run Olympic boxing in LA – announced that all athletes in its competitions over 18 years old must undergo a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) genetic test to determine their sex. The test detects chromosomal material through a mouth swab, saliva or blood.Khelif has failed to provide any evidence of having female chromosomes in the nine months since the gender scandal erupted.In February, Khelif spoke out in her defence and wrote: “For two years, I have taken the high road while my name and image have been used, unauthorised, to further personal and political agendas through the spreading and dissemination of baseless lies and misinformation. But silence is no longer an option.“The IBA, an organisation that I am no longer associated with and which is no longer recognised by the IOC, have again made baseless accusations that are false and offensive, using them to further their agenda. “This is a matter that concerns not just me but the broader principles of fairness and due process in sport.“My team is carefully reviewing the situation and will take all necessary legal steps to ensure that my rights and the principles of fair competition are upheld. Read More on The Sun”Those responsible for these actions must be held accountable, and we will pursue all legal avenues to ensure that justice prevails.”SunSport has reached out to the IOC for comment.Khelif still wants to fight in the 2028 OlympicsCredit: Getty More

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      Max Verstappen says George Russell ram ‘was not right’ as F1 star releases statement after Spanish GP controversy

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN has broken his silence after being accused of a “deliberate” crash at the Spanish Grand Prix. The Dutchman collided with George Russell just three laps away from the chequered flag on Sunday. Max Verstappen has opened up about an incident late in the Spanish Grand PrixCredit: GettyThe Dutchman collided with George Russell on Turn Five with just 3 laps to goCredit: Sky SportsRussell later accused Verstappen of ‘deliberately’ crashing into himCredit: Sky SportsVerstappen had been told to let Russell and his Mercedes through by Red Bull bosses. But the pair made contact at Turn Five after a safety car delay, with the four-time world champion given a ten-second penalty. The penalty dropped Verstappen back from P5 to P10 when he crossed the finish line.A fuming Russell said after the race: “Ultimately, we came home in P4 and he came home in P10. READ MORE ON F1″I don’t really know what was going through his mind. “It felt deliberate in the moment, so it felt surprising.”Verstappen has now addressed the incident in a post on Instagram, claiming emotions were “running high”.The Dutchman wrote: “We had an exciting strategy and good race in Barcelona, till the safety car came out. Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Our tyre choice to the end and some moves after the safety car restart fuelled my frustration, leading to a move that was not right and shouldn’t have happened. “I always give everything out there for the team and emotions can run high. 10 Years of Max Verstappen documentary trailer”You win some together, you lose some together. “See you in Montreal.”F1’s governing body decided that Verstappen’s actions warranted three points on his Super Licence, declaring the collision was “undoubtedly caused” by him.The sport’s penalty points system works on a 12-month rolling basis.THE new Formula One season is well underway – and one team appear to be running away with it.A massive summer of change saw Lewis Hamilton move on from Mercedes and join Ferrari, while the McLaren pair of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have a big chance to end Max Verstappen’s recent dominance.The Red Bull ace is aiming for a record-equalling FIFTH consecutive world title.INFORMATIONLATEST NEWSSEASON SO FARVerstappen currently sits on 11 penalty points out of the maximum of 12.Earning one more before the points rest on June 30 would see him banned for a race.Sky Sports pundit and former F1 star Nico Rosberg believes Verstappen was lucky to avoid a black flag.Rosberg said: “It looked like a very intentional retaliation. “Wait for the opponent, go ramming into him, just like you felt the other guy rammed into you at Turn 1.”That’s something which is extremely unacceptable and I think the rules would be a black flag, yes. “If you wait for your opponent to bang into him, that’s a black flag.”Read More on The SunVerstappen is now 49 points behind championship leader Oscar Piastri.The McLarens dominated in Barcelona, with Piastri winning off pole and team-mate Lando Norris finishing second. More