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      Boxer Tyson Fury’s dad John faces trial over claims he drove down closed motorway lane

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      BOXER Tyson Fury’s dad faces trial next year over claims he drove down a closed motorway lane.Ex-bare knuckle fighter John, 59, is accused of ignoring signs it was shut for safety reasons.Ex-bare knuckle fighter John Fury faces trial next yearCredit: GettyJohn was in his son’s corner when Tyson lost his first world titles fight with Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk last MayCredit: APHis 1992 Mercedes 190E was picked up by a camera on a smart section of the M6 between Keele and Stoke last July.Smart motorways, which operate without a hard shoulder, have displays above each lane indicating if it is open.If it is closed, the screen displays a red ‘X’, with all traffic forced to move across.He was charged via post but is said to have failed to give details to Staffordshire Police about who was driving.READ MORE ON TYSON FURYMr Fury, of Wilmslow Cheshire, did not appear at North Staffordshire Justice Centre yesterday.But the prosecution said he had submitted a hand-written plea of not guilty to two offences.A trial date was set for February 23 next year.A Staffordshire Police spokesman said: “John Fury has been charged with failing to comply with red/green arrow/lane closure signals and failing to give information relating to the identification of a driver when required.Most read in Boxing”This follows an incident on the M6 southbound between junctions 15 and 14, on 14 July 2024.”The charges were sent on 7 January 2025.”Fury pleaded not guilty, and a trial date has been set at the North Staffordshire Justice Centre on 23 February 2026.Fury was in his son’s corner when Tyson lost his first world titles fight with Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk last May.Tommy Fury’s dad John made cruel comment about her ‘not being a wife’ – appearing to predict split YEARS before break up More

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      Inside Jamie Vardy & wife Becky’s plans for US move with talks for role in huge TV show & new football club

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      THE Vardys are eyeing a move to America after Becky held talks with Stateside TV bosses — while Jamie is wanted by MLS footie sides.We can reveal Wag Becky, 43, is a target for the makers of hit US reality shows including Netflix real estate smash Selling Sunset.Jamie and Becky Vardy are eyeing a move to AmericaWag Becky has held talks with Stateside TV bossesCredit: PAJamie, 38, recently announced he will be leaving Leicester CityCredit: GettyAnd Jamie, 38, who announced ten days ago he will be leaving Leicester City, has US teams including San Diego FC and Wayne Rooney’s ex club D.C. United interested in his signature.A move would see the couple branch out to become famous on both sides of the Atlantic like Posh and Becks, and even the Kardashian reality TV clan.It would also represent a “fresh start” after the Wagatha Christie saga that saw Becky take on Coleen Rooney in court.A source said: “The US is the most likely next move for the Vardys and is partly because Becky has had interest in TV work there.READ MORE ON THE VARDYS“She was in talks with the makers of Selling Sunset earlier this year. They wanted her to appear as the potential buyer of a luxury home there.“That stalled because of the California wildfires in January but could still happen.“If it does, the show is a great ‘shop window’ for stars in the US to go on to other things.“And other networks over there are aware of her because of her high profile through starring on I’m a Celeb and also the ­Wagatha case.Most read in Football“It would also represent a fresh start for them and their family and a chance of moving on from recent events in the UK.“But it does depend on what football offers Jamie receives as he’s still the main breadwinner.Major blow for Becky Vardy as Coleen Rooney WINS latest Wagatha Christie battle“Jamie probably has a couple of years left in the game, and a lot of older players like him end up in the US.“He likes the idea of America, and could even end up with Beckham’s Inter Miami side.“But both Wrexham and Birmingham are still possible over here — and have their own ­Hollywood links.”Striker Jamie joined Leicester, nicknamed the Foxes, from non-league Fleetwood in 2012 and has won the 2015-16 Premier League title plus the 2021 FA Cup.The couple, who wed in 2016, have three children together.Becky also has two daughters from a previous relationship and is stepmum to Jamie’s daughter from a previous romance. More

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      Ryan Reynolds splashes out £500k to send Wrexham squad to Las Vegas for third year in a row

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      ACTOR Ryan Reynolds is splashing out £500,000 to send his Wrexham squad on a trip to Las Vegas to celebrate promotion — for the third year in a row.He and fellow owner Rob McElhenney promised to reward the players and staff if they made it to the Championship.Ryan Reynolds is splashing out £500,000 to send his Wrexham squad on a trip to Las VegasCredit: APDefender Max Cleworth is looking forward to the Vegas tripCredit: APDefender Max Cleworth said: “I can’t wait. “That’s the main thing this week. “I don’t think I’ll sleep until we go.”It will be his first trip to Sin City in Nevada but the third for some of the club — with Ryan and Rob picking up the tab.read more on wrexhamWrexham was a non-league club when the two actors bought it in 2020. Next season, the Welsh side will be in the second tier of English football.Manager Phil Parkinson, who is not going, said: “They deserve it.“I’ll be turning my phone off.Most read in Football“I just want a message when they’re all back in the country in one piece.”Celebrity Wrexham owner spotted in retro Celtic strip as he asks ‘are they Catholics or Protestants’Ryan and Rob McElhenney promised to reward the players and staff if they made it to the Championship.Credit: ReutersUnlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      I woke in hospital in Qatar with a drip in my arm after nearly dying on a flight… I feared the worst, says Frank Bruno

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      FRANK Bruno has told how he thought he was dying after falling seriously ill on a long-haul flight — admitting: “I feared the worst.”The British boxing legend, 63, recalled feeling feverish before blacking out.Frank Bruno has told how he thought he was dying after falling seriously ill on a long-haul flightCredit: Louis WoodFrank’s PA took a snap of the star as they prepared to take off on the ill-fated flightCredit: FacebookBritish boxing legend Frank in his heydayCredit: GettyHe woke in hospital in Qatar with a drip in his arm and worried PA Paul Hunter at his bedside.Unknown to Frank, he had been taken off the plane in a wheelchair after it landed, stretchered to a medical centre and then rushed off by an emergency ambulance.Talking for the first time about his mid-air health drama, the former world heavyweight champion said: “I did fear the worst because I have never been like that in my life.“If Paul hadn’t been there, I don’t think I would have been sitting here doing this interview with you.”Frank and Paul were on a Qatar Airways flight from Heathrow to Doha on March 3.As they prepared for take-off, Paul took a snap of Frank, which the star then shared online.They were due to take a connecting flight from Doha to Thailand, where four meet-and-greet speaking events had been lined up.But Frank became feverish and disorientated 2½ hours after take-off.Worried Paul, 59, alerted crew who found the now-delirious dad of four’s temperature was rising and his oxygen levels dropping.They alerted medics at Hamad International Airport.Frank Bruno in mid-air emergency after falling ‘seriously ill’ on flight prompting docs to take drastic actionSoon after being taken off the plane, Frank was heading to Al-Wakra Hospital, ten miles away — with Paul fearing it was “touch and go”.Frank was treated there for two weeks for a mystery virus.He was allowed to return home only after a doctor jetted out from London, passed him fit to fly and accompanied him back.Frank told The Sun: “I was excited to be going to Thailand. “I felt really good.“But on the plane, I was just agitated and couldn’t chill out. “I got up to go to the toilet and all of a sudden I forgot what was happening to me.’I just blacked out’“I had a fever but don’t really remember what happened at all. “It was crazy. “I’ve never had a problem on a flight in my life.“I just blacked out because next thing I knew, I woke up and I was in bed in hospital with a drip in my arm. “Paul was by my side and I just didn’t know what was going on.“I was wondering, ‘What the hell am I doing here? I’m supposed to be in Thailand’, you know what I mean? “I was surrounded by nurses and couldn’t understand a word of what they were saying.”Fan favourite Frank with his PA Paul HunterCredit: Louis WoodFrank was speaking at the Frank Bruno Foundation — his Northampton-based charity that offers those suffering mental health problems an eight-week programme including exercise to boost their well-being.He has made full recovery since his ordeal and looked in great shape due to his improved exercise regime at his home gym and a nearby fitness centre where he has a new personal trainer.During the chat, the much-loved fighter, known for his booming laugh, cracked jokes and did impressions.But he confessed he had struggled with having to stay in a hospital bed for two weeks.’My life was on the line’He had scans on his body and brain, and a lumbar puncture procedure which ruled out meningitis.He said: “I had a lot of energy and I was getting out and walking around.“I just wanted to move, and the doctors were b*****king me for getting out of bed.” As he had not cleared passport control, Frank had no belongings and could not discharge himself to leave the country.He said: “I realised I had to stay there for my health — because my life was on the line.“As for (contacting) family and friends, Paul was doing all the work, you know what I mean? I wasn’t allowed a phone.“And I felt bad because there’s a lot of British people in Thailand who had bought tickets and a lot of people involved who were disappointed. “I’ve been to Thailand before and I have a laugh over there.I feel very good about the tour. I am going to look after myself, I promise you that — and keep ducking and diving.Frank Bruno“I bought a load of suits last time I was over there so I was planning to buy some more — some brightly coloured suits, but it never happened.“Hopefully I will get over there to see my fans soon.”PA Paul spoke to their insurers Zurich, which arranged for the UK-based doctor to fly out and return with them in business class.Frank was given VIP treatment to whisk him through airport controls.He said: “I was OK but just felt a little bit weak.”He spent another two weeks in a private hospital in London. Frank went on: “I was at least able to eat, go to the gym, watch TV and go for walks around Hyde Park. “I came out feeling very strong again.”He was buoyed by the public support after we revealed the drama on March 21. He said: “It was very nice to get cards, calls and messages.”He is now set for some of the British dates that had to be rescheduled. And he reassured fans: “I feel good, very, very good — I was up at 5.30 this morning training.”Frank added: “I feel very good about the tour. “I am going to look after myself, I promise you that — and keep ducking and diving.” More

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      Let football fans drink alcohol in the stands again, demands Labour MP

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      FOOTBALL fans should be allowed to enjoy a pint in the stands while cheering on their team, an MP says.Labour’s Luke Charters wants designated drinking zones set aside in stadiums to allow supporters to have alcoholic drinks.Labour’s Luke Charters wants designated drinking zones set aside in stadiumsCredit: SuppliedAnd the Football Supporters’ Association has given its backing to the call by the MP for York Outer.Booze is currently prohibited from being consumed in sight of the pitch in the Premier League, English Football League and National League.But it is permitted further down the football league pyramid — and in other countries, such as Germany.Mr Charters said: “I think it’s time to reconsider the alcohol ban in view of the pitch, and at least try to run some trials of designated drinking zones.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL FANS“You can sit with a beer and watch the Bundesliga — so why can’t you have a pint while watching the Prem?“As a dad, I think it’s right that some parts of the ground should probably stay booze-free.“But let’s have a common-sense conversation about what we can do to make the matchday experience better — and back our great local breweries in the process.”The FSA backed Mr Charters’ call for drinking zone trials and said: “In the past, this is actually something many clubs have called for too.”Most read in FootballAlcohol can be sold on the concourse at games before and during matches but cannot be taken in to the stands.The ban has been in place in the men’s game since 1985.Shock moment ‘drunk’ football fans bellow crass chants at Ryanair hostess mid-flight and tell her to ‘get her t**s out’But trials allowing the consumption of alcohol in view of the pitch have taken place in the women’s game, which is not covered by the ban.Southampton, Birmingham City, Bristol City and Newcastle United took part this season.Mr Charters also tore into ticket prices and wants the £30 cap for away fans in the Premier League extended to the EFL and National League.He said: “Whether it’s clubs canning concessions or FA Cup Final ticket prices flying up, this fleecing of fans is blighting our beautiful game.”Football fans enjoy terrace drinking in 1984, one year before the banCredit: Getty More

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      Ferrari F1 car made of 400,000 Lego pieces goes on display ahead of Miami Grand Prix

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      FERRARI F1 boffins examine the latest in engine blocks as they come face-to-face with a lifesize model of their car — constructed entirely of Lego.The unusual replica was made of almost 400,000 pieces to imitate the scarlet machine that the drivers Sir Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will race at the Miami Grand Prix this weekend.A Ferrari F1 car made entirely of Lego has gone on display ahead of Miami Grand PrixCredit: RexThe unusual replica was made of almost 400,000 piecesCredit: EPALego said in response to a video of the car’s unveiling on F1’s Instagram account that it was “just a little something we put together”.Seven-time champion Sir Lewis, 40, will hope it can inspire him to his first grand prix win with the team in tomorrow’s race.Meanwhile, Ralf Schumacher has said he believes Hamilton will retire before his Ferrari contract expires at the end of the 2026 season.He told Sky Germany’s F1 podcast: “He just can’t cope with the car. read more on F1″We talk a lot about Lando Norris [and his lack of belief], but it’s almost worse with him. You can see that he’s really slumped over.”If you’re standing there at some point and have no more resources and are permanently slower, then you lose everything. “I know from my own experience: if it goes on like this, it’s no fun anymore.”Then at some point, he wakes up in the morning and thinks to himself: ‘Why am I doing this to myself? I’m no longer having fun, I can’t do it anymore. I’m getting in the way of my team.”Most read in MotorsportLewis Hamilton will compete at the Miami Grand PrixCredit: GettyLewis Hamilton blasts ‘big opportunity missed’ after Ferrari strategy blunder at F1 Australia Grand PrixUnlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Man City ace Phil Foden poses for snaps kitted out in full Burberry at store as he promotes the luxury brand

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      PREMIER League star Phil Foden keeps himself in check — by getting kitted out in full Burberry.The England and Man City ace, 24, promoted the designer brand with snaps of himself in jacket, shorts and trainers at one the label’s upmarket shops.Phil Foden got kitted out in full BurberryCredit: instagramThe England ace promoted the designer brand with snaps of himself in jacket, shorts and trainers at one the label’s upmarket shopsCredit: instagramFoden came on as a late substitute last weekend to help City beat Nottingham Forest to reach their third successive FA Cup Final.Last month, The Sun revealed Foden went to take his mind off the stick his mum was getting from fans by going on a fishing trip.The ace held up a beauty caught on a trip with the team from Manchester-based Carp Fever.Foden’s mum Claire was subjected to vile chants by United fans during the Manchester derby this month.READ MORE ON PHIL FODENMan City boss Pep Guardiola berated those involved for the “shameful” language at full-time, saying: “Lack of class. But it’s not United, it’s the people, you know?”We are so exposed, people who are on the screen in world football – managers, owners, and football players especially.”Honestly, I don’t understand the mind of the people involving the mum of Phil.”It’s a lack of integrity, class, and they should be ashamed.”Most read in FootballFoden issued his own response on Instagram.”We keep going,” the Man City star wrote alongside five photos of himself from the match.New footage shows Phil Foden’s reaction to Man Utd fans’ sick chant aimed at his mum Foden on the pitch for Man CityCredit: Getty More

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      FA bosses MUST apologise for treatment of women forced to compete against biological men & punished if they complained

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      FA chiefs finally red-carded trans players from women’s football yesterday.Biological men will be banned from all levels of the women’s game from June 1. FA bosses are facing demands to apologise for the treatment of women and girls forced to compete against biological menTrans goalie Blair Hamilton, circled, joined a women’s teamTrans Radio UK, made up solely of trans women, played against Dulwich Hamlet WomenCredit: AlamyFA bosses are facing demands to apologise for the treatment of women and girls forced to compete against biological men — and punished if they complained.They finally acted following last month’s Supreme Court ruling that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex.The decision affects around 20 trans footballers registered at grassroots level.Olympic swimming star Sharron Davies, who has led a ten-year fight to stop biological men taking part in women’s sport, told The Sun she was delighted, and disgusted, by the FA’s “too little, too late” move.READ MORE UK NEWSShe said: “I’ve heard all kinds of heartbreaking stories — women saying they just can’t compete with men who’ve ruined the enjoyment of their sport.’Sense has prevailed’“It’s crazy and I’m pleased to see sense has finally prevailed (in football) but I won’t rest until men are barred from all female sport.”Sharron told of her fury that the FA has yet to apologise to an autistic girl, 17, banned six games for asking a “bearded” opponent: “Are you a man?”She denied being transphobic and said she was concerned for her safety. Sharron added: “The FA owes this girl an apology and all the women forced to compete against men.Most read in Football“The FA have misrepresented the Equality Act, which has not actually changed, and have been sanctioning legalised cheating for years in ­pursuit of a woke agenda.”FA rules reviewed on April 1 had allowed the 20 or so trans players to carry on playing if their testosterone levels were below a set level for at least 12 months.But chiefs sparked confusion by saying they could intervene if concerns were raised about safety and fairness.Trans women are NOT women, Supreme Court rules in win for anti-woke campaigners after battle over female-only spacesFiona McAnena, of campaign group Sex Matters, said of yesterday’s new ruling: “This is welcome but long overdue.“The FA has had ample evidence of the harm to women and girls caused by its nonsensical policy of letting men who identify as women play in women’s teams.“The requirement to lower their testosterone tells you that everyone knew they were not women.“Thankfully, the UK Supreme Court has now confirmed this.“Every other sporting body now needs to re-establish a genuine women’s category, and this shameful period in history will finally be brought to an end.”My experience is playing in the men’s game, ten to 15 years ago it wasn’t a safe place to be transgender or non-conforming in any wayNatalie WashingtonTory MP Sir John Hayes added: “This is a victory for common sense. Sporting competition needs to be fair and farce had replaced fairness.”In a 2022 “world first”, Trans Radio UK, a team of solely trans women, played their first game against Dulwich Hamlet Women.Last September Sutton United women’s team postponed their fixture against Ebbsfleet United after a row over the signing of trans goalie Blair Hamilton.In November 2023 trans player Francesca Needham quit Rossington Main Ladies FC in South Yorkshire and claimed she suffered discrimination after opponents refused to play against her.Olympic swimming star Sharron Davies, who has led a ten-year fight to stop biological men taking part in women’s sportCredit: AlamyLast night Natalie Washington, of Football v Transphobia, told how trans players have said they could give up the game from June 1.Natalie said: “Most don’t feel they can play in the men’s game for reasons of safety and comfort.“My experience is playing in the men’s game, ten to 15, years ago it wasn’t a safe place to be transgender or non-conforming in any way.“That’s probably improved slightly but it’s still not a great place to be.”’Biology matters’The FA said: “We understand this will be difficult for people who simply want to play the game they love in the gender by which they identify.“We are contacting the registered transgender players to explain the changes and how they can continue to stay involved in the game.”Asked about an apology to biologically female players, the FA said: “We’ve no further comment.”Read More on The SunDowning Street insisted “biology matters” when it comes to women’s sport and “everyone should be compliant with the law”.Other sports could follow the FA’s lead. The English Cricket Board currently allows for self-identification at all levels. But chiefs could confirm a policy change today.APOLOGY BY POLICEBy Andy RobinsonPOLICE have apologised after investigating a fan who was banned by Newcastle United for expressing gender-critical views.Linzi Smith, 34, was accused of being transphobic by a complainant who claimed trans people would not feel safe sitting near her at St James’ Park.She promotes lesbian, bisexual and women’s rights online.Northumbria Police launched a hate crime probe after being handed a dossier by the club.Linzi was interviewed for two hours under caution in 2023 and eventually faced no further action.The force now says elements of the probe were unacceptable. Linzi said: “I can’t help but feel let down over so many failings.”Newcastle fan Linzi Smith was accused of being transphobicCredit: LInzi Smith More