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Boxing fans have been left furious with Anthony Joshua and his promoter Eddie Hearn after it was reportedly confirmed the rematch with Oleksandr Usyk will take place in Saudi Arabia.Sky Sports reports that management at the Jeddah Super Dome in Saudi Arabia have confirmed the 40,000 capacity venue will host the bout later this summer. A date has yet to be confirmed for the rematch, following Usyk's unanimous decision win over Joshua at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in September.However, the decision to stage the bout in the Middle East has been met with backlash from fans, who have taken aim at Joshua and his promoter Hearn on social media.One fan responded to the news by tweeting: "I LOVE sportswashing." While another added: "They talk about all this UK money but then take every fight to the Middle East.

Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has declared that nobody has 'the balls' to remove Monaco from the race calendar despite speculation Monte Carlo's position is under threat.

Saudi Arabia has taken another step in its push to become a movie production hub by launching its long-awaited 40% cash rebate to grow the local economy.

John Hopewell Chief International CorrespondentLola Arabia and Dubai’s Charisma Group are readying Agustí Villaronga’s “Arabian Aroma” and Pau Miró’s “Lost Symphony,” the first two titles in a 12-pic production alliance unveiled during the Berlin. FestivalBoth movies are in pre-production, budgeted around $6 million and feature women “who passionately set themselves on a mission,” the partners announced.

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentSaudi Arabian filmmaker, actress and activist Fatima Al-Banawi (“Barakah Meets Barakah”) is set to make her feature film directorial debut with “Basma,” a bold drama that will tackle the theme of mental illness in her country.The pic, which she also wrote, is set to start shooting in Jeddah in October.Besides writing and directing “Basma,” Al Banawi will be its titular star, playing the 26-year-old daughter of a man who suffers from paranoid delusions. Upon returning from the U.S.

Formula One champion Emerson Fittipaldi has conceded his vision on Ferrari was 'wrong' having witnessed Red Bull's valiant comeback in the last two races at Imola and Miami. The title rivals took maximum points in Ferrari's home race with Max Verstappen winning the Sprint and the race itself, as well as securing the fastest lap, while Sergio Perez came in second.Similar success was enjoyed by Red Bull in Miami, where Verstappen won for the second race in a row and, while Perez could only come fourth following issues with his car, it left Charles Leclerc's lead at just 19 points but Ferrari's advantage in the Constructor's Championship lies in single figures.That has seen Fittipaldi rethink his assessments on the battle for the title after he admitted he never expected such a strong response from Red Bull following the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.“I think I had the wrong opinion previously.

the Magpies are now in pursuit of an unlikely top-ten finish with two matches remaining.The takeover last October transformed the club's ambitions overnight, with the consortium backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund expected to invest significantly in the coming seasons. Speculation has linked a host of Europe's elite stars with a St James' Park switch, although Howe has been consistent in the stressing the message of evolution over revolution when it comes to the club's transfer business.Newcastle's takeover has been subject to scrutiny and criticism since the deal was finally given the green light by the Premier League, due to Saudi Arabi's poor human rights record.

Formula One champion Emerson Fittipaldi has backed McLaren driver Lando Norris to emulate his career, stating the Brit has 'world champion material'.Norris have five podium finishes to his name so far in his career, though he is still seeking a maiden victory, but is widely regarded to be one of the most exciting young drivers on the grid. Last September, he was agonisingly close to a first win in Russia but late rain and poor decision making ultimately cost him that glory - though he finished a career-high sixth in the Driver's Championship last term. It's widely expected that Norris' first win isn't too far away and Brazilian Fittipaldi believes even bigger success is on the horizon.

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentVox Cinemas, the highest-grossing exhibitor in West Asia, where it operates more than 600 screens, will focus on diversification next, while also continuing its geographical expansion plan, says Ignace Lahoud, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Leisure (MAF), Entertainment and Cinemas, which operates Vox.“In the last two or three years, most of our growth has been focused on building and opening cinemas in Saudi Arabia. We intend to continue expanding there, although probably not at the same pace.”Several analysts, including PwC, see Saudi as becoming a billion-dollar movie market.Variety is honoring Vox with its Achievement in Intl.

F1 team principal Guenther Steiner made a brilliant X-rated joked about his team’s struggles of late after Kevin Magnussen secured points in the second successive race at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, which was won by Max Verstappen.While teammate Mick Schumacher missed out on competing as he recovered from a horrific crash during qualifying on Saturday, Magnussen followed up his stunning P5 finish in Bahrain last week with ninth-place at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit last night. It was yet another stellar performance from the Dane, who only received the call to replace Nikita Mazepin at Haas 11 days before the start of the 2022 season.Magnussen’s performances suggest Haas have developed a competitive car, unlike the machinery produced over the last few years.

Sunday’s Grand Prix in Saudi Arabi a. Gasly came away with a solid eighth-place finish in the Jeddah race, however it wasn’t all plain sailing for the Frenchman.Post-race Gasly revealed that in the latter stages he was suffering from excruciating stomach pains, especially when braking and going through left turns. He said: “The last five laps, it was just about surviving.

Lewis Hamilton clearly isn't used to finishing too far down the field with the seven-time world champion confused over whether he'd scored any points in Saudi Arabia.Hamilton, 37, eventually crossed the line in 10th place after a rollercoaster weekend for the Mercedes man. Disaster struck in qualifying when he was eliminated in Q1, meaning he was set to start Sunday's race 16th on the grid.It was the first time he had been eliminated in the first part of qualifying on pure pace since 2009.

Max Verstappen said he had to endure the "smart tricks" of Charles Leclerc during a thrilling Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.Despite starting fourth on the grid, the Red Bull man took the lead with four laps to go - and then had to fend off another charge from his Ferrari rival before taking the chequered flag. It was the perfect response from Verstappen after failing to finish the opening race in Bahrain.Again, one of the features of the race was Leclerc's intelligent use of the DRS zones, which made it difficult for the Dutchman to pass him.

Formula One fans have slammed "spoilt child" Max Verstappen for calling the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix unfair, despite winning the race.Verstappen was heard complaining over his team radio during the final stages of Sunday's race before taking the chequered flag ahead of Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. Leclerc had appeared to close the gap on Verstappen during a yellow flag as he looked to regain the lead from the reigning world champion, but the Dutch driver was able to hold off his rival.Fans, however, reacted angrily after hearing Verstappen say "that's so unfair" over the radio in response to Leclerc's attempts to overtake.One fan tweeted: “‘That’s so unfair’ will be on Verstappen’s gravestone.

170mph crash on Saturday that left his car split in two.The German driver, son of F1 legend Michael Schumacher, was involved in a horrific accident during second qualifying in Jeddah, but was able to walk away from the crash without any serious injuries.Schumacher was later cleared by medics to drive in Sunday's race, having been sent to hospital for precautionary scans, but was absent from the starting grid due to the damage to his car. Despite this, he admitted after the crash that he was "not even sore" as he looked ahead to the Australian Grand Prix.Speaking to Formula1.com, Schumacher said: “I’m feeling alright, I think to be able to stand here with nothing basically, not even sore anyways, just shows the security and safety of these cars.“Obviously it is something that you think about, what could I have done better? What could I have done different?“But in the end there is also something that you have to move on from and our goal is still Q3 and points and I guess we’ll have to delete that til Melbourne now.”Will Haas earn a podium finish in 2022? Let us know in the comments section below.Schumacher had lost control of his car on turn-10 in Jeddah, with his car's impact with the wall leading to it being flung down the track, reaching as far as turn-12.His car was travelling at a speed of 170mph at the time of impact, with his car left split into two pieces as a result of the horror crash.

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix circuit.The brutal crash saw qualifying stop for an hour as medics rushed in. Schumacher was taken to hospital in Jeddah but it appears that he is unscathed going off the recent images with the 23-year-old pictured conducting interviews at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit just a day after, putting supporters’ nerves at ease.The German wrote on social media yesterday: “Hi everyone, I just wanted to say that I’m ok/Thank you for the kind messages.

Sergio Perez will start the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on pole position but it was Lewis Hamilton’s shock exit in Q1 and Mick Schumacher’s horror crash that will dominate headlines. As darkness fell and the lights lit up the Jeddah Corniche Circuit one of the big question ahead of qualifying was would Mercedes make it through to Q3. Hamilton didn’t even make it out of Q1.

Formula One driver Mick Schumacher suffered a horrifying crash at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.Schumacher was racing in Q2 of Saturday's qualifying at the Jeddah street circuit when he appeared to lose control at turn-10. The Haas driver's car made impact with the wall before being flung up the track, all the way up to turn-12.Fans and commentators were left fearing the worst after Schumacher remained in his car for a long duration after the collision.

Lewis Hamilton and Alex Albon narrowly avoided a scary crash during Friday's second practice session ahead of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Albon only returned to F1 at the start of the season after being dropped by Red Bull at the end of 2020. Mercedes' Hamilton struggled during the first practice session on Friday and could only clock the ninth fastest time.

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will go ahead as planned in two days' time in spite of the massive explosion which took place just a few miles away from the circuit on the outskirts of the city of Jeddah on Friday.Formula 1 bosses met with a number of drivers and team officials, as well as with a Saudi Arabian delegation, to discuss the matter in the immediate aftermath, and it was eventually decided that the race should go ahead.Drivers have been offered assurances over their safety following intense calls from fans for the Grand Prix to be cancelled, with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen among those in attendance at the meeting.F1 chief Stefano Domenicali has told reporters that everything will continue as normal, while FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has confirmed they have had total assurances over the safety of the Grand Prix, the teams, their staff, drivers and families from Saudi security services.Speaking to Sky Sports, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner said: "The sport has to stand together collectively. Any act of terrorism shouldn't be condoned and sport shouldn't be bullied into a position.

Lando Norris' gorgeous girlfriend has been wowing followers on social media as the British Formula 1 star prepares for Sunday's Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.Luisinha Oliveira, who went public with her relationship with Norris in January, has been active on Instagram over the past few weeks, posting snaps herself in revealing outfits as she travels around the world with her driver boyfriend.The 22-year-old stunner from Portugal added a number of photos to her Instagram story on Thursday to really get fans' hearts racing, including some candid shots of herself in a skimpy bikini, and sunbathing on a boat in Brazil.Oliveira, who has more than 200,000 followers on social media, jetted off on holiday to Dubai with Norris for New Years, to officially announce their relationship.The British-Belgian youngster, also 22, shared a photo of them sharing a kiss on the edge of a massive sand dune outside the city, and captioned it: "My sunshine."Does Lando Norris have what it takes to become F1 world champion some day? Let us know what you think in the comments section.Norris took part in today's first practice session ahead of the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix in Jeddah on Sunday. The 22-year-old racer will want to build on the slightly underwhelming start he made to the season after finishing 15th in Bahrain earlier this month.Though the Saudi GP has been plunged into serious jeopardy following a massive explosion at an oil-facility just a few miles from the circuit.