Author: Arlen Fitzpatrick - Page 35

Jordan Bardella, the leader of France's National Rally, withdrew from CPAC after Steve Bannon's controversial gesture mimicking a Nazi salute. Bannon's action followed by derogatory comments sparked outrage, casting a shadow over the event. The conference, featuring key far-right figures, faced criticism for extremist rhetoric and comparisons with past controversies, like Elon Musk's gesture at a Trump rally.

Neighbours, the iconic Australian soap opera, encounters another cancellation after its revival on Amazon Freevee. Set to conclude in 2025, the series leaves fans and cast nostalgic yet hopeful for future chapters. Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the show concludes a significant era in TV history.

Sunderland lost their unbeaten home record after a 1-0 defeat to Hull City, with a crucial own goal sealing their fate. Despite dominating possession, Sunderland couldn't capitalize, leaving them trailing behind Sheffield United in the standings. Meanwhile, Coventry and Norwich secured pivotal victories to enhance their playoff chances.

Joseph Parker pulled off an impressive second-round knockout over Martin Bakole in Riyadh after Daniel Dubois withdrew due to illness. Parker delivered a sharp right, showcasing his power and readying him for a shot at Oleksandr Usyk's world titles. Dimitry Bivol and Shakur Stevenson also recorded victories on the same card.

In a thrilling rematch in Riyadh, Dmitry Bivol clinched the undisputed light heavyweight titles from Artur Beterbiev with a majority decision. His strategic counterpunching outmatched Beterbiev's aggression, despite the latter's late rally. The undercard featured standout wins by boxers Joseph Parker and Shakur Stevenson. Both Bivol and Beterbiev signaled the possibility of a trilogy.

In a strategic move, Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna made four changes to the lineup against Tottenham Hotspur, focusing on improving defense and integrating key players. Key inclusions were Ben Godfrey and Leif Davis, while Julio Enciso sat out due to injury. The lineup aimed to fortify the team amidst their battle for Premier League survival.

Brighton crushed Southampton 4-0, pushing themselves closer to European football. Goals from João Pedro, Georginio Rutter, Kaoru Mitoma, and Jack Hinshelwood exposed Saints' frailties. Key injuries and defensive mishaps for Southampton added to their woes. Brighton now sits in a promising position, while Southampton struggles 13 points behind safety with the season nearing its end.

Samuel Molina, a young boxing sensation from Cártama, is set to defend his EBU and WBC International titles at a historic boxing event in Malaga. At just 21, Molina has already secured 30 wins and is a former Spanish champion across various weight classes. The upcoming fight represents a significant moment for both Molina and the Malaga boxing scene.

Dmitry Bivol triumphed over Artur Beterbiev with a majority decision win, taking all four light heavyweight titles. Showing tactical brilliance, Bivol dominated the early rounds. Judges scored the fight 114-114, 116-112, 115-113. Beterbiev hinted at a trilogy fight. Held in Saudi Arabia, Bivol's win marked a key moment in his career.

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers voiced his frustration at a disputed VAR decision that disallowed Daizen Maeda's critical goal during their defeat against Hibernian. The lack of conclusive evidence and limited camera angles fueled Rodgers' concerns about fairness in officiating, emphasizing the decision's impact on the match's momentum and highlighting the need for consistency.