thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Chadwick Boseman death stuns Spike Lee who had 'no idea' of cancer battle

Spike Lee has shared his shock at Chadwick Boseman 's cancer death as he revealed he had 'no idea ' the actor was ill when they worked together last year .
The pair joined forces on Vietman war movie Da 5 Bloods with Spike directing Chadwick as Commander Stormin Norman .
Paying tribute to his friend and colleague , Spike said he 'never suspected ' anything was wrong during the gruelling shoot and Chadwick did not complain once .
`` 'We filmed Da 5 Bloods in Thailand , and it was hot , jungles , mountains , and Chadwick was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' he said .
`` I never , ever suspected that anything was wrong .
No one knew he was going through treatment , chemotherapy .
`` Chadwick , a trooper , never complained .
He was there every single minute in the moment .
`` And his performance is a testament to what he put into that role , and all his roles .
We miss you , Chadwick , we 're going to celebrate your life . ''
Spike then dedicated Michael Jackson 's 1991 hit Gone Too Soon to Chadwick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by his fans and entertainment industry peers following the tragic news of his death this weekend .
In a statement , Chadwick 's family revealed that he had been battling colon cancer after being diagnosed as 'Stage 3 ' in 2016 .
Chadwick went on to make back to back hit movies in the four years since while simultaneously undergoing surgery and chemotherapy to treat his illness - without making it public .
Despite his secrecy , an old interview with Chadwick has resurfaced where he appears to hint of his pain .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Chadwick was interviewed by Huffington Post writer Matthew Jacobs .
Jacobs asked the actor how he coped with having to bulk up for his role in the Marvel franchise which Chadwick filmed scenes for either side of starring in movie Marshall , where he played the first African American Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Mashall .
“ Did you bulk up , slim down and then bulk up again ?
” Jacobs wanted to know , noting that Chadwick looked exhausted .
`` You 've been through the wringer , '' exclaimed Jacobs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t even know , ” Boseman responded with a laugh .
“ You have no idea .
One day I ’ ll live to tell the story.
” The actor 's health battle at death at the age of 43 was confirmed by his family on Friday .
“ It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman , ” the statement read .
“ Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016 and battled with it these last four years as it progressed to stage IV @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through it all , and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much .
From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods , August Wilson ’ s Ma Rainey ’ s Black Bottom and several more , all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy .
It was the honor of his career to bring King T ’ Challa to life in Black Panther .
He died in his home , with his wife and family by his side .
”

The pair joined forces to film gruelling Vietman war fliilm Da 5 Bloods, with Chadwick Boseman hiding his Stage 3 cancer battle throughout
Chadwick Boseman death stuns Spike Lee who had 'no idea' actor had cancer in Da 5 Bloods
Spike Lee has shared his shock at Chadwick Boseman's cancer death as he revealed he had 'no idea' the actor was ill when they worked together last year.
The pair joined forces on Vietman war movie Da 5 Bloods with Spike directing Chadwick as Commander Stormin Norman.
Paying tribute to his friend and colleague, Spike said he 'never suspected' anything was wrong during the gruelling shoot and Chadwick did not complain once.
"'We filmed Da 5 Bloods in Thailand, and it was hot, jungles, mountains, and Chadwick was there with us all the way," he said.
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"I never, ever suspected that anything was wrong. No one knew he was going through treatment, chemotherapy.
"Chadwick, a trooper, never complained. He was there every single minute in the moment.
"And his performance is a testament to what he put into that role, and all his roles. We miss you, Chadwick, we're going to celebrate your life."
Spike then dedicated Michael Jackson's 1991 hit Gone Too Soon to Chadwick, whose incredible legacy has been celebrated by his fans and entertainment industry peers following the tragic news of his death this weekend.
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In a statement, Chadwick's family revealed that he had been battling colon cancer after being diagnosed as 'Stage 3' in 2016.
Chadwick went on to make back to back hit movies in the four years since while simultaneously undergoing surgery and chemotherapy to treat his illness - without making it public.
Despite his secrecy, an old interview with Chadwick has resurfaced where he appears to hint of his pain.
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While promoting hit 2018 blockbuster Black Panther, Chadwick was interviewed by Huffington Post writer Matthew Jacobs.
Jacobs asked the actor how he coped with having to bulk up for his role in the Marvel franchise which Chadwick filmed scenes for either side of starring in movie Marshall, where he played the first African American Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Mashall.
“Did you bulk up, slim down and then bulk up again?” Jacobs wanted to know, noting that Chadwick looked exhausted.
"Right, yeah, yeah, yeah," confirmed Chadwick.
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"You've been through the wringer," exclaimed Jacobs.
"Oh, you don’t even know,” Boseman responded with a laugh. “You have no idea. One day I’ll live to tell the story.”
The actor's health battle at death at the age of 43 was confirmed by his family on Friday.
“It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman,” the statement read. “Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016 and battled with it these last four years as it progressed to stage IV. A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much. From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods, August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and several more, all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy. It was the honor of his career to bring King T’Challa to life in Black Panther. He died in his home, with his wife and family by his side.”


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Donny van de Beek 'tells teammates he is joining Man Utd' as move edges closer

Donny van de Beek has reportedly already told his Ajax teammates that he is heading to Manchester United and is expected to travel to England next week to complete a move .
The 23-year-old attacking midfielder has been on the radar of a number of elite clubs in the last few seasons following his impressive performances in the Eredivisie and Champions League .
The likes of Barcelona , Real Madrid and Tottenham were thought to have been monitoring his situation , with Ajax said to be resigned to losing the player this summer .
But according to Spanish publication Diario @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goodbye to his colleagues , and will become a United player next week .
He was left out of the squad to face German side Eintracht Frankfurt in a pre-season friendly on Saturday , and it appears he has kicked his last ball for Ajax .
As revealed by Mirror Sport , Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has played a crucial role in putting United in pole position for the signing .
The Red Devils boss has told Van de Beek that he wants him to help turn the Reds into Premier League contenders .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and will become United 's first signing of what up until now was proving to be a frustrating transfer window .
They have had offers for the likes of Jadon Sancho and Jack Grealish rebuffed , but the signing of Van de Beek is likely to placate supporters .
The Dutch international was an instrumental part of the Ajax team which made it to the Champions League semi-finals in the 2018-19 season , and his good form continued in the last campaign , with the player scoring eight times and creating five @ @ @ @ @ @ @ agreed personal terms on a switch to Madrid in the spring only for the Spanish giants to put the move on ice when the covid-19 pandemic struck .

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The Dutch attacking midfielder was left out of the squad to take on Frankfurt on Saturday and looks set for a move to Old Trafford
Donny van de Beek has reportedly already told his Ajax teammates that he is heading to Manchester United and is expected to travel to England next week to complete a move.
The 23-year-old attacking midfielder has been on the radar of a number of elite clubs in the last few seasons following his impressive performances in the Eredivisie and Champions League.
The likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid and Tottenham were thought to have been monitoring his situation, with Ajax said to be resigned to losing the player this summer.
But according to Spanish publication Diario Sport Van de Beek has already said goodbye to his colleagues, and will become a United player next week.
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He was left out of the squad to face German side Eintracht Frankfurt in a pre-season friendly on Saturday, and it appears he has kicked his last ball for Ajax.
As revealed by Mirror Sport, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has played a crucial role in putting United in pole position for the signing.
The Red Devils boss has told Van de Beek that he wants him to help turn the Reds into Premier League contenders.
He is expected to cost around £40m, and will become United's first signing of what up until now was proving to be a frustrating transfer window.
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They have had offers for the likes of Jadon Sancho and Jack Grealish rebuffed, but the signing of Van de Beek is likely to placate supporters.
The Dutch international was an instrumental part of the Ajax team which made it to the Champions League semi-finals in the 2018-19 season, and his good form continued in the last campaign, with the player scoring eight times and creating five assists in 23 Eredivisie appearances.
He agreed personal terms on a switch to Madrid in the spring only for the Spanish giants to put the move on ice when the covid-19 pandemic struck.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Brits set for mini heatwave after 'coldest Bank Holiday weekend on record'

Warm temperatures are set to return in September after Britain experienced the coldest Bank Holiday weekend on record .
Beaches were deserted yesterday as chilly weather hit the country , but some people still went out to enjoy their weekend .
Next week however will see warmer temperatures , particularly across the south of England .
Forecasters predict temperatures could be around 20C during the week - warmer than this weekend .
The Met Office predicts “ rain across northern and eastern parts at the beginning of the period will die out leaving much of the country dry for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ winds may develop across northern and western areas through the beginning of September .
“ Southern and eastern areas are more likely to remain drier with bright or sunny spells.
” Tomorrow , Brits are set to experience the coldest August Bank Holiday Monday on record with frost following a weekend washout .
But from Tuesday , temperatures are likely to improve with clear skies and sunny intervals across much of England and Wales .
The mercury looks set to reach highs of 22C in London , with the rest of the UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a northwest-southeast split is expected , with unsettled weather more confined to the northern regions of the UK .
The warmer temperatures will continue through Wednesday , with highs of 20C forecast along the East of England .
On Thursday afternoon , the mercury is expected to reach 22C in the South East .
From Friday , however , temperatures will start to drop again , with high pressure moving in .
The North West of the UK is expected to experience the worst of the weather .
Last year 's August Bank @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , with 33.3C recorded at Heathrow .
A Met Office spokesperson told Mirror Online : `` We could potentially see one of the coldest late Bank Holiday Mondays on record in certain parts of the UK .
`` Whether we reach record cold temperatures or not , it is still a big difference compared to last year when we had the hottest late August Bank Holiday on record at 33.3C . ''
According to The Met Office , the coldest late August Bank Holiday in England was recorded in Malham Tarn in northern @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Also in 1986 , the record was set in Northern Ireland when maximum temperatures reached 10.4C in Parkmore Forest , and in Wales when temperatures reached a maximum 11.5C in Alwen .
While Scotland , although not an official Bank Holiday , holds the UK record for the equivalent date in 2011 when maximum temperatures reached just 9.1C in Cromdale .
A cloudy start with coastal showers lingering .
Soon becoming drier and brighter inland with some outbreaks of sunshine .
Breezy this morning but winds easing through the afternoon , feeling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Maximum temperature 19 °C .
The settled weather will continue overnight with some clear spells , some patchy cloud at times but also a chance of the odd shower .
Turning chilly .
Minimum temperature 6 °C .
A fine and dry day with sunny spells on Monday .
Winds will remain light throughout .
Feeling pleasant in any sunshine .
Maximum temperature 19 °C .
Tuesday will again remain dry and bright with light winds .
Rain will arrive from the west on Wednesday afternoon accompanied by freshening winds .
Drier and @ @ @ @ @

Weather forecast for the first morning of Meteorological Autumn
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Forecasters predict temperatures could be around 20C during the week - warmer than this bank holiday weekend which has been hit with chilly temperatures across the country
Warm temperatures are set to return in September after Britain experienced the coldest Bank Holiday weekend on record.
Beaches were deserted yesterday as chilly weather hit the country, but some people still went out to enjoy their weekend.
Next week however will see warmer temperatures, particularly across the south of England.
Forecasters predict temperatures could be around 20C during the week - warmer than this weekend.
The Met Office predicts “rain across northern and eastern parts at the beginning of the period will die out leaving much of the country dry for a time.
Image: Hugo Michiels/LNP) Hugo Michiels/LNP)
“Further rain and strong winds may develop across northern and western areas through the beginning of September.
“Southern and eastern areas are more likely to remain drier with bright or sunny spells.”
Tomorrow, Brits are set to experience the coldest August Bank Holiday Monday on record with frost following a weekend washout.
But from Tuesday, temperatures are likely to improve with clear skies and sunny intervals across much of England and Wales.
The mercury looks set to reach highs of 22C in London, with the rest of the UK reaching the high teens.
However, a northwest-southeast split is expected, with unsettled weather more confined to the northern regions of the UK.
The warmer temperatures will continue through Wednesday, with highs of 20C forecast along the East of England.
Image: Alistair Grant Freelance / weathernerds) Alistair Grant Freelance / weathernerds)
On Thursday afternoon, the mercury is expected to reach 22C in the South East.
From Friday, however, temperatures will start to drop again, with high pressure moving in.
The North West of the UK is expected to experience the worst of the weather.
Last year's August Bank Holiday Monday was the hottest on record, with 33.3C recorded at Heathrow.
Image: Alamy Live News.) Alamy Live News.)
A Met Office spokesperson told Mirror Online: "We could potentially see one of the coldest late Bank Holiday Mondays on record in certain parts of the UK.
"Whether we reach record cold temperatures or not, it is still a big difference compared to last year when we had the hottest late August Bank Holiday on record at 33.3C."
According to The Met Office, the coldest late August Bank Holiday in England was recorded in Malham Tarn in northern Yorkshire in 1986 when temperatures reached 11.2C.
Also in 1986, the record was set in Northern Ireland when maximum temperatures reached 10.4C in Parkmore Forest, and in Wales when temperatures reached a maximum 11.5C in Alwen.
While Scotland, although not an official Bank Holiday, holds the UK record for the equivalent date in 2011 when maximum temperatures reached just 9.1C in Cromdale.
Today:
A cloudy start with coastal showers lingering. Soon becoming drier and brighter inland with some outbreaks of sunshine. Breezy this morning but winds easing through the afternoon, feeling a little warmer in any sunshine. Maximum temperature 19 °C.
Tonight:
The settled weather will continue overnight with some clear spells, some patchy cloud at times but also a chance of the odd shower. Turning chilly. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
Monday:
A fine and dry day with sunny spells on Monday. Winds will remain light throughout. Feeling pleasant in any sunshine. Maximum temperature 19 °C.
Outlook for Tuesday to Thursday:
Tuesday will again remain dry and bright with light winds. Rain will arrive from the west on Wednesday afternoon accompanied by freshening winds. Drier and brighter again on Thursday.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Victoria Beckham 'so proud' of Brooklyn as he's hired to photograph sports stars

Sheepish Brooklyn Beckham could probably do with a distraction as bitter ex-girlfriend Hana Cross unleashed a scathing song believed to be about their failed relationship .
So the son of David and Victoria got himself the gig of a lifetime for any young photographer - snapping the Paris Saint-Germain football superstars .
Brooklyn , 21 , was asked to lend his expertise for a campaign with the Champions League finalists .
He got up close with megastars Neymar and World Cup winner Kylian Mbappe for the shoot and Victoria was quick to play the proud mum .
Brooklyn uploaded the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ page to share with his followers his latest project .
`` Memories from shooting @ psg team behind the scenes on @ pullmanhotels campaign set .
@ anderherrera @ neymarjr @ mauroicardi @ angeldimariajm @ k.mbappe `` he wrote .
Mum Victoria then shared the photo with her own 28.5million followers and added the caption : `` Proud of you Brooklyn Beckham . ''
Brooklyn is busy planning his wedding to 25-year-old American billionaire heiress Nicola Peltz after proposing earlier this summer .
But he famously dated 22-year-old model Hana last year - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appear too pleased about how things ended .
The beauty is gearing up to launch her singing carer , and has penned a tune about a seemingly untrustworthy ex-boyfriend .
The Sun on Sunday says that lyrics from her debut album include brutal comments : “ I wish that someone told me you had a habit for dishonesty .
.
.
though you break my heart , I want to stay.
” The failed relationship is acting as a great source of inspiration for her music , a source said .
“ She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brooklyn and it pains her to see him so happy , '' an insider revealed .
“ Her record has a few heartbreak songs and she isn ’ t afraid of expressing how she feels .
“ It ’ s probably best that Brooklyn steers well clear of it when the record comes out .
”

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Brooklyn Beckham spent the day with megastars Neymar and Kylian Mbappe as he put distance between himself an ex-girlfriend Hana Cross - whose lyrics for her new song may make difficult listening
Victoria Beckham 'so proud' of son Brooklyn as he's hired to photograph football stars
Sheepish Brooklyn Beckham could probably do with a distraction as bitter ex-girlfriend Hana Cross unleashed a scathing song believed to be about their failed relationship.
So the son of David and Victoria got himself the gig of a lifetime for any young photographer - snapping the Paris Saint-Germain football superstars.
Brooklyn, 21, was asked to lend his expertise for a campaign with the Champions League finalists.
He got up close with megastars Neymar and World Cup winner Kylian Mbappe for the shoot and Victoria was quick to play the proud mum.
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Brooklyn uploaded the behind-the-scenes snaps and videos to his Instagram page to share with his followers his latest project.
"Memories from shooting @psg team behind the scenes on @pullmanhotels campaign set.
@anderherrera @neymarjr @mauroicardi @angeldimariajm @k.mbappe " he wrote.
Mum Victoria then shared the photo with her own 28.5million followers and added the caption: "Proud of you Brooklyn Beckham."
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Brooklyn is busy planning his wedding to 25-year-old American billionaire heiress Nicola Peltz after proposing earlier this summer.
But he famously dated 22-year-old model Hana last year - and there are hints she doesn't appear too pleased about how things ended.
The beauty is gearing up to launch her singing carer, and has penned a tune about a seemingly untrustworthy ex-boyfriend.
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The Sun on Sunday says that lyrics from her debut album include brutal comments: “I wish that someone told me you had a habit for dishonesty . . . though you break my heart, I want to stay.”
The failed relationship is acting as a great source of inspiration for her music, a source said.
“She is still raw from her split with Brooklyn and it pains her to see him so happy," an insider revealed.
“Her record has a few heartbreak songs and she isn’t afraid of expressing how she feels.
“It’s probably best that Brooklyn steers well clear of it when the record comes out.”


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Michelle Keegan unveils new blonde hairdo on return to work after quarantine

Michelle Keegan unveiled her latest hair transformation as she returned to work this week .
The Our Girl actress is best known for her signature long raven locks which she has rarely tinkered with since her Coronation Street days .
But Michelle showed she was ready to embrace a change as she allowed her hairdresser to warm up her look with some honey blonde highlights .
The 33-year-old star showed off her look as she posed in front of a make-up chair as her glam squad set to work in the mystery studio .
Michelle seemed very pleased with how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ close-up of her freshly lightened hair in a bun and added a love heart as a seal of approval .
`` We go again , '' wrote Michelle as she teased her project but omitted to give any details .
Earlier this year , Michelle announced she was quitting BBC One drama Our Girl .
It was rumoured Jacqueline Jossa was lined up to replace her as Georgie Lane , but talks with the ex EastEnders star are said to have 'fallen through . '
After announcing her departure from the army drama @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her husband Mark Wright .
But their post lockdown escape was n't without it 's issues as the married couple were hit with their new quarantine rules .
The couple were forced to remain holed up in their Essex mansion for two weeks following their sun-soaked jaunt .
As they prepared to face half the month indoors , Michelle told fans it was all 'worth it ' for their fantastic holiday .
Her husband-of-five years Mark , 33 , then shared photos of them holed up in the living room in front of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
looks like I will be doing a whole lot more of this , '' he shared .

The stunning actress,33, has treated herself to some new blonde highlights to warm up her tresses as winter looms
Michelle Keegan unveils new blonde hairdo as she returns to work after holiday quarantine
Michelle Keegan unveiled her latest hair transformation as she returned to work this week.
The Our Girl actress is best known for her signature long raven locks which she has rarely tinkered with since her Coronation Street days.
But Michelle showed she was ready to embrace a change as she allowed her hairdresser to warm up her look with some honey blonde highlights.
The 33-year-old star showed off her look as she posed in front of a make-up chair in the mystery studio.
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Michelle seemed very pleased with how her glam squad's work turned out as she shared a close-up of her freshly lightened hair in a bun and added a love heart as a seal of approval.
"We go again," wrote Michelle in the caption, as she teased her latest project but omitted to give any details.
Michelle is a free agent once again after quitting BBC One drama Our Girl earlier this year.
It was rumoured Jacqueline Jossa was lined up to replace her as Georgie Lane, but talks with the ex EastEnders star are said to have 'fallen through.'
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After announcing her departure from the army drama, Michelle headed off to Ibiza with her husband Mark Wright.
But their post lockdown escape wasn't without its problems as the married couple were hit by the new quarantine rules in a bid to stop the spread of coronavirus in the popular tourist region.
The couple were subsequently forced to remain holed up in their Essex mansion for two weeks after returning from their sun-soaked jaunt.
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As they prepared to face half the month indoors, Michelle told fans it was all 'worth it' for their fantastic holiday.
While husband-of-five years Mark, 33, shared photos of them at home in their living room sat in front of their huge television.
"Oh well. looks like I will be doing a whole lot more of this," mused the former TOWIE star.
Back in January, Michelle announced she would be having more free time on her hands to spend with her beau after quitting BBC One series Our Girl.
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Confirming she was leaving her role of army medic Georgie Lane, Michelle said: "I’ve had the most incredible four years on the show and I want to thank the BBC for giving me such an amazing opportunity.
Playing Georgie has been a life changing role for me. I’ve loved every second of the adventure so it was a very hard decision to make not to return."
Michelle said she was hoping to pursue other acting roles.
"I feel it is the right time to explore other exciting opportunities but I’m so happy to be part of the new series coming soon so it’s not the end just yet," she told The Sun.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Rooney hits out at Southgate for handling of Harry Maguire following arrest

Wayne Rooney has questioned Gareth Southgate 's handling of the Harry Maguire saga after he withdrew him from the England squad .
The Three Lions boss included the Manchester United skipper in his squad for upcoming games against Iceland and Denmark .
But that was before the verdict of his court case for an alleged brawl in Greece was delivered .
Maguire was subsequently removed from the England squad just hours later but Rooney does n't feel as if he should 've been included originally .
He cited the doubt surrounding the situation as sufficient reason to leave out the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I thought there was no way Gareth Southgate could name Harry in the squad he announced on Tuesday , but he did , '' Rooney wrote in the Times .
`` It would have been more sensible to say : 'Harry has just played a very long season and needs more rest and let ’ s wait to see what happens with his court case . '
By jumping too quickly and putting him in the squad , it was almost inevitable he ’ d have to get pulled out .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ve picked him , pulled him out , and now do they put him back in the squad ?
Because as things stand he is a free man and innocent !
`` I actually feel for Gareth a bit because he was trying to show loyalty to Harry — but I ’ m sure if he faced the same decision again , he would make a different one . ''
Maguire has maintained his innocence and ordered his team to appeal against the verdict .
In an interview with the BBC he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I owe an apology to anybody .
`` An apology is something when you have done something wrong . ''
`` I do n't wish it on anybody .
Obviously the situation has made it difficult for one of the biggest clubs in the world , so I regret putting the fans and the club through this , but I did nothing wrong .
`` I found myself in a situation where it could have happened to anybody and anywhere . ''

Harry Maguire's challenging week saw him included and then withdrawn from Gareth Southgate's England squad following his guilty court verdict
Wayne Rooney hits out at Gareth Southgate for handling of Harry Maguire following arrest
Wayne Rooney has questioned Gareth Southgate's handling of the Harry Maguire saga after he withdrew him from the England squad.
The Three Lions boss included the Manchester United skipper in his squad for upcoming games against Iceland and Denmark.
But that was before the verdict of his court case for an alleged brawl in Greece was delivered.
Maguire was subsequently removed from the England squad just hours later but Rooney doesn't feel as if he should've been included originally.
He cited the doubt surrounding the situation as sufficient reason to leave out the 28-year-old rather than going all in.
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"I thought there was no way Gareth Southgate could name Harry in the squad he announced on Tuesday, but he did," Rooney wrote in the Times.
"It would have been more sensible to say: 'Harry has just played a very long season and needs more rest and let’s wait to see what happens with his court case.' By jumping too quickly and putting him in the squad, it was almost inevitable he’d have to get pulled out.
"Now it looks a mess. They’ve picked him, pulled him out, and now do they put him back in the squad? Because as things stand he is a free man and innocent!
"I actually feel for Gareth a bit because he was trying to show loyalty to Harry — but I’m sure if he faced the same decision again, he would make a different one."
Image: Steve Reigate Daily Express) Steve Reigate Daily Express)
Maguire has maintained his innocence and ordered his team to appeal against the verdict.
In an interview with the BBC he said: "I don't feel I owe an apology to anybody.
"An apology is something when you have done something wrong."
"I don't wish it on anybody. Obviously the situation has made it difficult for one of the biggest clubs in the world, so I regret putting the fans and the club through this, but I did nothing wrong.
"I found myself in a situation where it could have happened to anybody and anywhere."


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Girl, 5, almost swallowed rusty nail from slice of Co-op birthday cake

A young girl almost swallowed a rusty nail while eating a slice of Co-op birthday cake .
Five-year-old Olivia Watson was about to tuck into the Co-op ’ s own-brand Shooting Star Cake when her auntie spotted the one and a half inch nail .
Olivia , who was at a family celebration for the birthday of her uncle , James Baxter , in Kirriemuir , Angus , was stopped from eating the cake just in time .
James ’ s partner , Kelly Winstanley , said the nail could have punctured the young girl 's throat .
She said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cake up and my sister-in-law Kirsty was about to give a slice to Olivia and it ’ s lucky she clocked it .
“ There was this rusty nail and it was about one and a half inches long .
If Kirsty hadn ’ t seen it , Olivia could have eaten it .
“ It was in the middle of the cake but thankfully the way it was sliced it was spotted just before serving.
” The family said there was no damage to the box when they bought it , so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there while it was being baked .
Kelly believes the supermarket could have shown more concern and urgency after the family got in touch with the firm .
She added : “ My brother-in-law Kyle contacted Co-op via Twitter to express his concerns about what happened .
“ There was no apology as such , they just asked for the product details .
“ They said they would ask the supplier to investigate and would credit our account .
“ The way they dealt with the situation was all a bit inhumane .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ started eating the cake but thankfully no one seems to have suffered any ill effects.
” Kelly added : “ If any of [ the ] kids had swallowed that nail it could have easily punctured their oesophagus .
“ It ’ s the last thing you ’ d expect to find .
“ It looks too small to have fallen off a piece of machinery into the mixture so we don ’ t know if it has been human error .
“ Regardless of what ’ s happened , the company could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ manner .
“ They said they will make a gesture by way of an apology but it could have seriously injured a child.
” Co-op confirmed an investigation into how the nail got into the cake is underway .
A Co-op spokesperson said : “ The health and safety of our customers is our top priority and we apologise that on this occasion this product has fallen short of our high standards .
“ We immediately started an investigation with our supplier and have resolved the matter directly with the customer .
”

Olivia Watson had been celebrating her uncle's birthday and was about to eat a slice of birthday cake when her auntie noticed a rusty nail in the middle of the sweet treat
Girl, 5, horrified after almost swallowing rusty nail from slice of Co-op birthday cake
A young girl almost swallowed a rusty nail while eating a slice of Co-op birthday cake.
Five-year-old Olivia Watson was about to tuck into the Co-op’s own-brand Shooting Star Cake when her auntie spotted the one and a half inch nail.
Olivia, who was at a family celebration for the birthday of her uncle, James Baxter, in Kirriemuir, Angus, was stopped from eating the cake just in time.
James’s partner, Kelly Winstanley, said the nail could have punctured the young girl's throat.
She said: “We were just serving the cake up and my sister-in-law Kirsty was about to give a slice to Olivia and it’s lucky she clocked it.
“There was this rusty nail and it was about one and a half inches long. If Kirsty hadn’t seen it, Olivia could have eaten it.
Image: Gareth jennings/DCT Media) Gareth jennings/DCT Media)
“It was in the middle of the cake but thankfully the way it was sliced it was spotted just before serving.”
The family said there was no damage to the box when they bought it, so it was unclear if it got in there while it was being baked.
Kelly believes the supermarket could have shown more concern and urgency after the family got in touch with the firm.
She added: “My brother-in-law Kyle contacted Co-op via Twitter to express his concerns about what happened.
“There was no apology as such, they just asked for the product details.
Image: Gareth jennings/DCT Media) Gareth jennings/DCT Media)
“They said they would ask the supplier to investigate and would credit our account.
“The way they dealt with the situation was all a bit inhumane.
“A number of people had already started eating the cake but thankfully no one seems to have suffered any ill effects.”
Kelly added: “If any of [the] kids had swallowed that nail it could have easily punctured their oesophagus.
“It’s the last thing you’d expect to find.
Image: Gareth jennings/DCT Media) Gareth jennings/DCT Media)
“It looks too small to have fallen off a piece of machinery into the mixture so we don’t know if it has been human error.
“Regardless of what’s happened, the company could have dealt with this in a better manner.
“They said they will make a gesture by way of an apology but it could have seriously injured a child.”
Co-op confirmed an investigation into how the nail got into the cake is underway.
A Co-op spokesperson said: “The health and safety of our customers is our top priority and we apologise that on this occasion this product has fallen short of our high standards.
“We immediately started an investigation with our supplier and have resolved the matter directly with the customer.”


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--La Liga issue Lionel Messi statement confirming £632m release clause is active

La Liga have issued a statement on Lionel Messi confirming the Argentine 's £632million release clause is active in a blow to Manchester City 's hopes of signing the forward from Barcelona .
There had been reports that the clause had expired which would have been welcome news in the Etihad boardroom .
But La Liga have moved to confirm that is n't the case .
They said : `` In relation to the different interpretations ( some of them contradictory to each other ) published in recent days in different media , related to the contractual situation of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , LaLiga wishes to clarify that with regards to the player 's contract with his club : • The contract is currently in force and has a `` termination clause '' applicable to the event that Lionel Andrés Messi decides to activate the early unilateral termination of the contract , carried out in accordance with article 16 of Royal Decree 1006/1985 , of June 26 , which regulates the special employment relationship of professional athletes .
• None In compliance with the applicable regulations , and following the corresponding procedure in these cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prior visa process for the player to be removed from the federation if they have not previously paid the amount of said clause . ''
Will Lionel Messi leave Barcelona ?
Have your say below .
Messi has told Barcelona he wants to leave the club after almost two decades at the Nou Camp where he has established himself as arguably the greatest to ever kick a ball .
He has scored 634 goals in 731 appearances for the Catalan giants , winning the Ballon d'Or six times in the process .
But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Munich in the Champions League , he has decided to pursue a new challenge .
City are the frontrunners to secure his signature , which would see a reunion between Messi and Pep Guardiola at the Etihad .
But any move will now be much more expensive than if the release clause had been deemed inactive .

Manchester City have been dealt a blow in their bid to sign Lionel Messi after La Liga confirmed the Argentine's £632million release clause is active
La Liga have issued a statement on Lionel Messi confirming the Argentine's £632million release clause is active in a blow to Manchester City's hopes of signing the forward from Barcelona.
There had been reports that the clause had expired which would have been welcome news in the Etihad boardroom.
But La Liga have moved to confirm that isn't the case.
They said: "In relation to the different interpretations (some of them contradictory to each other) published in recent days in different media, related to the contractual situation of the player Lionel Andrés Messi with FC Barcelona, LaLiga wishes to clarify that with regards to the player's contract with his club:
The contract is currently in force and has a "termination clause" applicable to the event that Lionel Andrés Messi decides to activate the early unilateral termination of the contract, carried out in accordance with article 16 of Royal Decree 1006/1985, of June 26, which regulates the special employment relationship of professional athletes.
In compliance with the applicable regulations, and following the corresponding procedure in these cases, LaLiga will not carry out the prior visa process for the player to be removed from the federation if they have not previously paid the amount of said clause."
Will Lionel Messi leave Barcelona? Have your say below.
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Messi has told Barcelona he wants to leave the club after almost two decades at the Nou Camp where he has established himself as arguably the greatest to ever kick a ball.
He has scored 634 goals in 731 appearances for the Catalan giants, winning the Ballon d'Or six times in the process.
But following Barca's 8-2 humbling by Bayern Munich in the Champions League, he has decided to pursue a new challenge.
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City are the frontrunners to secure his signature, which would see a reunion between Messi and Pep Guardiola at the Etihad.
But any move will now be much more expensive than if the release clause had been deemed inactive.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--How will classrooms look different when schools reopen? New rules explained

Children will return to the classroom this week after coronavirus crisis forced the closure of many schools for nearly six months .
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson warned parents that children risked a `` huge dent in their future life chances '' if they did not return to the classroom .
In a letter to parents , he said : `` If a child is not in school , they stand to lose far more than just a few months of learning .
It could well put a huge dent in their future life chances .
`` Education is a birthright @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get all children back - back to learning , back to playing and back to being kids again . ''
But teaching unions reacted with fury when the Government published last-minute guidance for schools in lockdown areas - only days before pupils were due to go back for the new term .
Here are some of the changes in store for schools in England .
How will classrooms look different ?
Desks will be arranged to face forward to prevent the spread of infection , rather than allowing children to sit facing eachother @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be left open where possible to allow air to circulate .
There will be increased handwashing facilities and hand sanitiser available - with teachers told to supervise younger children when using sanitiser .
Social distancing to two metres should be followed whenever it is possible .
Children can bring their school bags with them but they should only have essential items such as books , lunch boxes and phones .
Teachers are told to avoid sharing equipment such as books and games between different groups - and rigorous cleaning measures should be in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bubbles '' of 15 pupils but classes or year groups should kept apart to prevent the spread of infection .
Many schools will have one-way systems in corridors , with staggered starts for lessons and for break times .
Masks can be worn in corridors and communal areas in secondary schools if headteachers wish but it is not mandatory .
Children should not wear masks in classrooms .
To prevent mixing between different groups , lunch could also be staggered , with some schools separating year groups and classes .
Will the curriculum @ @ @ @ @ @ @ freedom to help children catch up but the curriculum must remain `` broad and ambitious '' .
The Government allows for `` substantial modification '' to the syllabus at the start of the year , with pupils allowed to drop some subjects in exceptional circumstances .
But schools should aim to be back to their normal curriculum by next summer .
There will be a ban on assemblies , collective worship and choirs - as there is an increased risk of infection from singing and shouting .
Music lessons should be restricted to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lessons can continue although outdoor sports should be the priority .
All equipment must be regularly cleaned .
Will children need to wear masks ?
Secondary school pupils and staff can be told to wear face coverings in hallways and communal parts .
This becomes mandatory if the area is in local lockdown .
However masks are not advised in classrooms in any circumstances .
What happens if the school is in a lockdown area ?
Under new rules , secondary schools pupils will be required to wears masks in communal areas in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up plans for two week rota system for different groups , so pupils can spend a fortnight at home to see if symptoms emerge .
Week-on week-off rotas are also an option to keep children from mixing .
In the most extreme circumstances , all children will be sent home to study remotely again - with only the most vulnerable or children of key workers staying in school .
What if there is an outbreak at the school ?
Schools will have to declare an outbreak if they have more than two coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been a surge in pupils taking sick days where they might have coronavirus .
Heads can summon mobile testing units if they are worried about cases and schools have been given a small number of home testing kits to give to parents who may struggle to get their children tested .
However routine testing in schools is not advised .
Children who have been in close contact with a student with Covid-19 will have to self isolate at home .
The whole year group may have to isolate but the school does not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local health leaders .
Schools will be asked to keep a record of close contacts between staff and pupils in different groups - but no details have been given on how this would work in practice .
Temperature checks are optional , as the scientists do not think mass checks are an effective way of screening for coronavirus .
What if I 'm worried about sending my child back to school ?
Parents could face fines if they keep children at home as attendance will now be mandatory .
The official guidance says @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to return to school to minimise as far as possible the longer-term impact of the pandemic on children ’ s education , wellbeing and wider development '' .
Local authorities can fine parents if their child misses school .
Vulnerable children must go back to the classroom as the Government 's shielding guidance has ended .
And what about Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland ?
Schools have already started to reopen in Scotland and Northern Ireland .
In Wales , state school pupils are due back in the classroom from the start @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be accommodated by September 14 .
Different rules apply for schools in each of the devolved administrations .

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Schools will return in England from next week after many pupils spent months at home. Here is the guidance for teachers on how to keep children safe in the classroom
How will classrooms look different when schools reopen? New rules explained in full
Children will return to the classroom this week after coronavirus crisis forced the closure of many schools for nearly six months.
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson warned parents that children risked a "huge dent in their future life chances" if they did not return to the classroom.
In a letter to parents, he said: "If a child is not in school, they stand to lose far more than just a few months of learning. It could well put a huge dent in their future life chances.
"Education is a birthright, so let's make sure we get all children back - back to learning, back to playing and back to being kids again."
But teaching unions reacted with fury when the Government published last-minute guidance for schools in lockdown areas - only days before pupils were due to go back for the new term.
Image: PA) PA)
Here are some of the changes in store for schools in England.
How will classrooms look different?
Desks will be arranged to face forward to prevent the spread of infection, rather than allowing children to sit facing each other at tables.
Windows and doors should be left open where possible to allow air to circulate.
There will be increased handwashing facilities and hand sanitiser available - with teachers told to supervise younger children when using sanitiser.
Social distancing to two metres should be followed whenever it is possible.
Image: PA) PA)
Children can bring their school bags with them but they should only have essential items such as books, lunch boxes and phones.
Teachers are told to avoid sharing equipment such as books and games between different groups - and rigorous cleaning measures should be in place.
What about communal areas?
Ministers ditched advice for "bubbles" of 15 pupils but classes or year groups should kept apart to prevent the spread of infection.
Many schools will have one-way systems in corridors, with staggered starts for lessons and for break times.
Masks can be worn in corridors and communal areas in secondary schools if headteachers wish but it is not mandatory.
Children should not wear masks in classrooms.
Image: PA) PA)
To prevent mixing between different groups, lunch could also be staggered, with some schools separating year groups and classes.
Will the curriculum be the same?
Schools have some freedom to help children catch up but the curriculum must remain "broad and ambitious".
The Government allows for "substantial modification" to the syllabus at the start of the year, with pupils allowed to drop some subjects in exceptional circumstances.
But schools should aim to be back to their normal curriculum by next summer.
Image: PA) PA)
There will be a ban on assemblies, collective worship and choirs - as there is an increased risk of infection from singing and shouting.
Music lessons should be restricted to groups of less than 15.
PE lessons can continue although outdoor sports should be the priority.
All equipment must be regularly cleaned.
Will children need to wear masks?
Secondary school pupils and staff can be told to wear face coverings in hallways and communal parts.
This becomes mandatory if the area is in local lockdown.
However masks are not advised in classrooms in any circumstances.
What happens if the school is in a lockdown area?
Under new rules, secondary schools pupils will be required to wears masks in communal areas in the first instance.
Heads must draw up plans for two week rota system for different groups, so pupils can spend a fortnight at home to see if symptoms emerge.
Week-on week-off rotas are also an option to keep children from mixing.
In the most extreme circumstances, all children will be sent home to study remotely again - with only the most vulnerable or children of key workers staying in school.
What if there is an outbreak at the school?
Schools will have to declare an outbreak if they have more than two coronavirus cases in two weeks or there has been a surge in pupils taking sick days where they might have coronavirus.
Heads can summon mobile testing units if they are worried about cases and schools have been given a small number of home testing kits to give to parents who may struggle to get their children tested.
However routine testing in schools is not advised.
Children who have been in close contact with a student with Covid-19 will have to self isolate at home.
Image: Daily Mirror/Andy Stenning) Daily Mirror/Andy Stenning)
The whole year group may have to isolate but the school does not have to close unless advised to by local health leaders.
Schools will be asked to keep a record of close contacts between staff and pupils in different groups - but no details have been given on how this would work in practice.
Temperature checks are optional, as the scientists do not think mass checks are an effective way of screening for coronavirus.
What if I'm worried about sending my child back to school?
Parents could face fines if they keep children at home as attendance will now be mandatory.
The official guidance says it is "vital for all children to return to school to minimise as far as possible the longer-term impact of the pandemic on children’s education, wellbeing and wider development".
Local authorities can fine parents if their child misses school.
Vulnerable children must go back to the classroom as the Government's shielding guidance has ended.
And what about Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?
Schools have already started to reopen in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
In Wales, state school pupils are due back in the classroom from the start of September - with all pupils expected to be accommodated by September 14.
Different rules apply for schools in each of the devolved administrations.
New school rules in brief
Bubbles: Children will be in bubbles so they do not mix with fellow pupils from other year groups.
Gatherings: Assemblies and acts of worship with the whole school will not take place.
Eating: Children will have lunch in classrooms rather than the hall or dining area. Those who get school meals will also eat at their desks in the classroom.
Masks: Must be worn in corridors at secondary schools. Not compulsory in primaries.
Parents: Cannot enter the school for assemblies or concerts.
Trips: No school trips or outings while Covid rules are in place.
After school: Extra-curricular activities and sports after school are banned.
Sports: Can take place in bubbles but sports days are forbidden.
PE: Children doing physical education must arrive at school in their kit so they do not get changed on the school premises.
Travel: Frequent cleaning of school buses, ventilation through open windows and face coverings. Staggered school start times. Face coverings compulsory on public transport for ages 11+. Does not apply to dedicated school transport, except in Scotland.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Bet365 down with users reporting problems accessing app and website

Bet365 is reportedly down across the UK as users say they can not access the betting app or website .
Problems accessing the site have been reported across the UK and other parts of Europe , as well as areas of Canada .
Hundreds of users have reported that the site is down on Downdetector , with most experiencing issues logging onto the app and the site .
The site appears to have been down since noon today , with users left unable to place bets or cash out .
One person tweeted : `` the app isn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Will it be down for long ? ''
Another said : `` @ bet365 is bang on for prices but I ’ ve never known a site/app go down so much . ''
`` Want to cash out my bet but @ bet365 is down.. brilliant , '' an unhappy punter tweeted .
Bet365 say they are aware of the issue .
In response to customers ' complaints , Bet365 have tweeted : `` Hi , thank you for getting in touch .
We are aware of an issue and are hoping to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' But not everyone appears to be experiencing issues .
@ godofgambling tweeted : `` I think bet365 is down for quite a few people today .
Mines ok. '' There are also reports the 888sport is also down with users said to be experiencing similar issues .
We 'll be bringing you the very latest updates , pictures and video on this breaking news story .

Punters say both the website and the app are not working, with most experiencing problems logging into the popular sports betting site, which appears to have been down all afternoon
Bet365 is reportedly down across the UK as users say they cannot access the betting app or website.
Problems accessing the site have been reported across the UK and other parts of Europe, as well as areas of Canada.
Hundreds of users have reported that the site is down on Downdetector, with most experiencing issues logging onto the app and the site.
The site appears to have been down since noon today, with users left unable to place bets or cash out.
Unhappy users expressed their frustration on social media.
Image: Alamy Stock Photo) Alamy Stock Photo)
One person tweeted: "the app isn’t working and neither is the website. Will it be down for long?"
Another said: "@bet365 is bang on for prices but I’ve never known a site/app go down so much."
"Want to cash out my bet but @bet365 is down.. brilliant," an unhappy punter tweeted.
Bet365 say they are aware of the issue.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
In response to customers' complaints, Bet365 have tweeted: "Hi, thank you for getting in touch. We are aware of an issue and are hoping to resolve this as soon as possible."
But not everyone appears to be experiencing issues.
@godofgambling tweeted: "I think bet365 is down for quite a few people today. Mines ok."
There are also reports the 888sport is also down with users said to be experiencing similar issues.
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Check out 16/1 value in US open

Check out 16/1 value in US open

No Rafael Nadal and no Roger Federer .
So the 2020 US Open ought to be , well , excuse the pun , wide open .
And it would be , but for the presence of one Novak Djokovic .
The second major of the season starts on Monday and it looks like the super Serb 's to lose .
Djokovic is odds on 8/11 with thepools.com to land Grand Slam number 18 , and if you think odds on before a racquet has even been swung is miserly , consider this .
Djokovic has won this tournament three times @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - boasting a 23-0 record - having already captured his eighth Australian Open title , an ATP Cup and the Dubai Tennis Championship .
And looking at his draw , there are no obvious obstacles .
He starts against Damir Dzumhur , and the first seed he could face is Jan-Lennard Struff , who he beat in straight sets this week .
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begambleaware.org So you 're looking at EW bets really - and this should be the opportunity for No.2 seed Dominic Thiem , a 17/2 tip with thepools.com @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Filip Krajinovic in last week 's Western & Southern Open crashing 6-2 , 6-1 leaving his opponent to comment : `` I do n't think Thiem was playing today good tennis , but I took the chance and I think I deserved to win . ''
And he could meet Marin Cilic in the third round .
Stefanos Tsitsipas ' best Grand Slam performance was reaching the semi-finals of the Australian Open in 2019 and he could easily repeat that in New York .
He is 8/1 , while last season 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at 6/1 and has no obvious banana skins in his half of the draw .
Milos Raonic is our top tip , though , at 16/1 .
The Canadian has a habit of starting seasons well , and he has restarted well so far in 2020 .
He reached the Western and Southern Open final , took the opening set from Djokovic in the final and broke to lead the third set 2-0 before Djokovic rallied .
He offers great value at 16s .

Milos Raonic offers US Open value in Grand Slam tournament which Novak Djokovic should dominate in New York
Milos Raonic offers US Open value in tournament Novak Djokovic should dominate
No Rafael Nadal and no Roger Federer.
No Stan Wawrinka and a rusty Andy Murray.
So the 2020 US Open ought to be, well, excuse the pun, wide open.
And it would be, but for the presence of one Novak Djokovic.
The second major of the season starts on Monday and it looks like the super Serb's to lose.
Djokovic is odds on 8/11 with thepools.com to land Grand Slam number 18, and if you think odds on before a racquet has even been swung is miserly, consider this.
Djokovic has won this tournament three times already.
He is undefeated all season - boasting a 23-0 record - having already captured his eighth Australian Open title, an ATP Cup and the Dubai Tennis Championship.
And looking at his draw, there are no obvious obstacles.
He starts against Damir Dzumhur, and the first seed he could face is Jan-Lennard Struff, who he beat in straight sets this week.
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So you're looking at EW bets really - and this should be the opportunity for No.2 seed Dominic Thiem, a 17/2 tip with thepools.com .
Except the Austrian came a cropper to Filip Krajinovic in last week's Western & Southern Open crashing 6-2, 6-1 leaving his opponent to comment: "I don't think Thiem was playing today good tennis, but I took the chance and I think I deserved to win."
And he could meet Marin Cilic in the third round.
Stefanos Tsitsipas' best Grand Slam performance was reaching the semi-finals of the Australian Open in 2019 and he could easily repeat that in New York.
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He is 8/1 , while last season's finalist Daniil Medvedev is a little shorter at 6/1 and has no obvious banana skins in his half of the draw.
Milos Raonic is our top tip, though, at 16/1 .
The Canadian has a habit of starting seasons well, and he has restarted well so far in 2020.
He reached the Western and Southern Open final, took the opening set from Djokovic in the final and broke to lead the third set 2-0 before Djokovic rallied.
He offers great value at 16s.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Glastonbury 2021 'could be given earlier start date' says organiser Emily Eavis

Glastonbury bosses are planning an earlier June return in what will be music to the ears of festival fans .
Founder Michael Eavis had warned that the fate of next year 's iconic event is uncertain due to the coronavirus pandemic .
But decision makers are aiming for an early summer comeback , co-organiser Emily Eavis has revealed .
The festival was cancelled this year , on its 50th birthday , because of the pandemic .
She tweeted that they are hoping the festival will return in June - its usual month - and not be pushed back to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been asking , we have no plans to move next year 's Glastonbury to September 2021 - we 're still very much aiming for June , '' she wrote .
She said next year 's festival , at Worthy Farm in Somerset , remains sold out , because so few people have asked for a refund from this year .
Sir Paul McCartney , Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar were set to headline the Pyramid Stage this year to celebrate the landmark anniversary .
Fans were left devastated as the festival fell after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told ITV News West Country that they are `` moving heaven and earth to make sure that '' they are back next year .
`` But that does n't necessarily mean it 's going to happen , that 's just wishful thinking , '' he said .
`` The only certainty I think is the year after , 2022 , to be perfectly candid , so we might have to wait for two years maybe . ''
Emily Eavis tweeted : `` We 've moved our ticket resale back from October to April @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a refund ( next year 's festival remains sold out ) , meaning we do n't have enough tickets to resell .
`` Plus , we 've extended the free cancellation deadline until the end of January . ''

Fears were growing that the iconic festival may not return until 2020 but there is great news for music fans after co-organiser Emily Eavis confirmed they are aiming for ten months time
Glastonbury 2021 'could be given earlier start date' says organiser Emily Eavis
Glastonbury bosses are planning an earlier June return in what will be music to the ears of festival fans.
Founder Michael Eavis had warned that the fate of next year's iconic event is uncertain due to the coronavirus pandemic.
But decision makers are aiming for an early summer comeback, co-organiser Emily Eavis has revealed.
The festival was cancelled this year, on its 50th birthday, because of the pandemic.
She tweeted that they are hoping the festival will return in June - its usual month - and not be pushed back to the autumn.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"For those who have been asking, we have no plans to move next year's Glastonbury to September 2021 - we're still very much aiming for June," she wrote.
She said next year's festival, at Worthy Farm in Somerset, remains sold out, because so few people have asked for a refund from this year.
Sir Paul McCartney, Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar were set to headline the Pyramid Stage this year to celebrate the landmark anniversary.
Fans were left devastated as the festival fell after the pandemic hit.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Michael Eavis previously told ITV News West Country that they are "moving heaven and earth to make sure that" they are back next year.
"But that doesn't necessarily mean it's going to happen, that's just wishful thinking," he said.
"The only certainty I think is the year after, 2022, to be perfectly candid, so we might have to wait for two years maybe."
Emily Eavis tweeted: "We've moved our ticket resale back from October to April, because so few people have asked for a refund (next year's festival remains sold out), meaning we don't have enough tickets to resell.
"Plus, we've extended the free cancellation deadline until the end of January."


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Matt Doherty deletes old tweets about Arsenal following Tottenham transfer

New Tottenham signing Matt Doherty has starred in a hilarious announcement video in which he deletes old tweets proclaiming his love for Spurs ' bitter north London rivals Arsenal .
The 28-year-old Republic of Ireland right-back has put pen to paper on a four-year deal to join Jose Mourinho 's side from Wolves in a deal thought to be worth around £15m .
Doherty , however , grew up a Gunners fan , and has tweeted numerous times in the past about his support for the club - something which is not likely to go down well with the Spurs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the club following the confirmation of his signing he redeems himself by wiping the tweets from his account .
The video starts with Doherty opening a laptop and loading up a tweet he sent in 2012 which reads : `` I love arsenal forever and ever and ever . ''
He gives a sheepish look to the camera before shrugging and pressing the delete button .
Doherty then opens another tweet from the past in which he wrote : `` Yes I 'm a HUGE Arsenal fan ! ''
He again deletes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ badge on the Spurs shirt he is wearing to seemingly assure supporters his loyalties to the Gunners are well over .
Regardless of his previous allegiances to Arsenal , the signing appears good business for Tottenham , and Doherty spoke of his delight at the move .
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`` I 'm very proud to be joining such a big club , '' said Doherty .
`` [ They have ] the best stadium in the world and possibly the best @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Once I knew there was interest , it was a no-brainer for me .
`` My time at Wolves was fantastic - I have n't got a bad word to say about the whole club at all .
I just feel like coming here is going to take my game and my career to the next level . ''

The Irish right back has joined Spurs from Wolves and the club couldn't resist a cheeky dig at their north London rivals with their announcement video
New Tottenham signing Matt Doherty has starred in a hilarious announcement video in which he deletes old tweets proclaiming his love for Spurs' bitter north London rivals Arsenal.
The 28-year-old Republic of Ireland right-back has put pen to paper on a four-year deal to join Jose Mourinho's side from Wolves in a deal thought to be worth around £15m.
Doherty, however, grew up a Gunners fan, and has tweeted numerous times in the past about his support for the club - something which is not likely to go down well with the Spurs faithful.
But in a video posted by the club following the confirmation of his signing he redeems himself by wiping the tweets from his account.
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The video starts with Doherty opening a laptop and loading up a tweet he sent in 2012 which reads: "I love arsenal forever and ever and ever."
He gives a sheepish look to the camera before shrugging and pressing the delete button.
Doherty then opens another tweet from the past in which he wrote: "Yes I'm a HUGE Arsenal fan!"
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He again deletes it before smiling and tapping the cockerel badge on the Spurs shirt he is wearing to seemingly assure supporters his loyalties to the Gunners are well over.
Regardless of his previous allegiances to Arsenal, the signing appears good business for Tottenham, and Doherty spoke of his delight at the move.
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"I'm very proud to be joining such a big club," said Doherty. "[They have] the best stadium in the world and possibly the best training ground in the world.
"Once I knew there was interest, it was a no-brainer for me.
"My time at Wolves was fantastic - I haven't got a bad word to say about the whole club at all. I just feel like coming here is going to take my game and my career to the next level."


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Chadwick Boseman makes history after death following outpouring of grief

After keeping his private health battle hidden for so long , the final tweet posted to Chadwick Boseman 's Twitter account detailing his brave fight has broken social media history .
Chadwick 's goodbye , shared by his family on Friday , announced to the world that the much-loved actor had died at the age of 43 following a secret battle with cancer .
The heartbreaking post stunned fans and co-stars of the Black Panther star alike with Chadwick opting to keep his diagnosis a closely guarded secret for four years while he continued making movies .
Twitter has now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ died is now the most 'liked ' in the site 's history .
The post , which including a beaming black and white photo of Chadwick , has received more than 6 million likes following an outpouring of grief and support to his family .
Chadwick is survived by wife Taylor Simone Ledward who he married before his death and who was with him as he passed away , the statement revealed .
Twitter has officially confirmed that Chadwick 's last tweet is the most liked ever , surpassing Barack Oabama 's poignant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ posts from K Pop band BTS , who have millions of followers on the site .
`` Most liked Tweet ever .
A tribute fit for a King .
# WakandaForever , '' Twitter shared via its own official account .
The previous record was held by former US President Obama who shared the Nelson Mandela quote : `` No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin or his background or his religion . ''
Obama 's tweet , which has 4.3 million 'likes ' , came @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attack on people protesting white supremacy in Charlottesville on August 2017 .
Obama was one of many famous faces paying tribute to Chadwick this weekend .
He recalled a time he invited the star to the White House to work with youngsters .
`` Chadwick came to the White House to work with kids when he was playing Jackie Robinson , '' he shared .
“ You could tell right away that he was blessed .
To be young , gifted , and Black ; to use that power to give them heroes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it all while in pain – what a use of his years.
” This weekend it was revealed how Chadwick had continued to work after being diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer in 2016 .
He filmed several blockbusters - including highly successfully Marvel action flicks - during this time as he simultaneously underwent chemotherapy and surgery to treat his illness .
The kind-hearted star also found time to visit many children in hospital who were also diagnosed with cancer , though he chose never to speak about his own battle .

News that the Black Panther had died at the age of 43 following a secret cancer battle stunned his acting peers and fans
After keeping his private health battle hidden for so long, the final tweet posted to Chadwick Boseman's Twitter account detailing his brave fight has broken social media history.
Chadwick's goodbye, shared by his family on Friday, announced to the world that the much-loved actor had died at the age of 43 following a secret battle with cancer.
The heartbreaking post stunned fans and co-stars of the Black Panther star alike with Chadwick opting to keep his diagnosis a closely guarded secret for four years while he continued making movies.
Twitter has now confirmed the announcement that Chadwick had tragically died is now the most 'liked' in the site's history.
Image: chadwickboseman /Twitter) chadwickboseman /Twitter)
The post, which including a beaming black and white photo of Chadwick, has received more than 6 million likes following an outpouring of grief and support to his family.
Chadwick is survived by wife Taylor Simone Ledward who he married before his death and who was with him as he passed away, the statement revealed.
Twitter has officially confirmed that Chadwick's last tweet is the most liked ever, surpassing Barack Oabama's poignant message about racism and a series of posts from K Pop band BTS, who have millions of followers on the site.
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"Most liked Tweet ever. A tribute fit for a King. #WakandaForever," Twitter shared via its own official account.
The previous record was held by former US President Obama who shared the Nelson Mandela quote: "No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin or his background or his religion."
Obama's tweet, which has 4.3 million 'likes', came the same day as a deadly car attack on people protesting white supremacy in Charlottesville on August 2017.
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Obama was one of many famous faces paying tribute to Chadwick this weekend.
He recalled a time he invited the star to the White House to work with youngsters.
"Chadwick came to the White House to work with kids when he was playing Jackie Robinson," he shared.
“You could tell right away that he was blessed. To be young, gifted, and Black; to use that power to give them heroes to look up to; to do it all while in pain – what a use of his years.”
This weekend it was revealed how Chadwick had continued to work after being diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer in 2016.
He filmed several blockbusters - including highly successfully Marvel action flicks - during this time as he simultaneously underwent chemotherapy and surgery to treat his illness.
The kind-hearted star also found time to visit many children in hospital who were also diagnosed with cancer, though he chose never to speak about his own battle.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Brits party hard on Bank Holiday weekend despite chilly weather and closed clubs

Brits have been celebrating the late August Bank Holiday by visiting bars and hitting the street in cities and towns around the country .
Revellers were seen partying hard in Leeds and Sheffield , despite nightclubs still being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic .
Even though the weather has been chilly and windy during the night , groups of friends took to the street to celebrate the long weekend .
Two girls were spotted wearing face masks with their party dresses , but many others did not wear one .
Revellers were drinking in the street - with some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that they vomited in the street .
Party-goers ready for a night out were also seen in Newcastle .
In Leeds , some people joined a local busker , singing and dancing together .
Party-goers hit Birmingham ’ s city centre and queued up to get into some of the bars that have reopened since the coronavirus lockdown .
One woman was wheeled into an ambulance after she was unable to walk home .
Her friends reportedly took care of her before paramedics arrived .
Revellers were also seen in central London , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the pavement in Soho .
Manchester also saw people going out and flouting coronavirus lockdown rules as party-goers were seen drinking and hugging across the city .
A man in Newcastle was seen with a face mask on his forehead as he smiled at his friends .
Several police forces , including Metropolitan Police , urged people not to join unlicensed events which put communities at risk due to the Covid-19 pandemic .
The force tweeted : `` Unlicensed music events are illegal , dangerous and often linked to anti-social behaviour and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ music events are putting themselves , their families and their communities at risk .
`` Please think about others and stay at home . ''
Tougher fines have been introduced ahead of the Bank Holiday targeting the most serious breaches of social distancing restrictions .
The new regulations , which came into force on August 28 , aim to prevent further spread of the virus .
Those facilitating or organising illegal raves , unlicensed music events , or any other unlawful gathering of more than 30 people may face a £10,000 fine .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ issued to those who participate in illegal gatherings .
Those who have already received a fine will see the amount of doubled on each offence , up to a maximum of £3,200 .
Home Secretary Priti Patel said : `` These gatherings are dangerous and those who organise them show a blatant disregard for the safety of others .
`` I am pleased the police have already stepped up their response and I am giving them the tools they need to continue to keep us safe .
`` We will continue to crack @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they are above the law . ''
In areas of concern – such as Leicester and Greater Manchester - deployments have already been larger than on New Year ’ s Eve .
National Police Chiefs ’ Council Lead for Unlicensed Music Events , Commander Ade Adelekan , said : `` We welcome this further deterrent against those who irresponsibly put people ’ s health and safety at risk by organising these events .
Unlicensed music events are unlawful and unregulated .
`` These events are hosted without regard for the safety of those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of anti-social behaviour , sales of drugs and gang activity .
`` It is vital that forces obtain information about any illegal events at the earliest opportunity .
`` As organisers are able to spread the word about these events quickly online , timely information about suspicious activity or plans enables forces to plan ahead and take effective action against them . ''
It comes as Brits are experiencing one of the coldest ever August Bank Holiday weekends .
Temperatures dropped to as low as 6C overnight with more miserable , chilly weather @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the coronavirus pandemic , the Reading and Leeds festivals have been cancelled .
The Notting Hill Carnival has moved online for the first time ever .

Revellers were seen partying hard in Leeds and Sheffield, even though nightclubs are still closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Two girls were spotted wearing face masks with their party dresses
Brits party hard on Bank Holiday weekend despite chilly weather and closed clubs
Brits have been celebrating the late August Bank Holiday by visiting bars and hitting the street in cities and towns around the country.
Revellers were seen partying hard in Leeds and Sheffield, despite nightclubs still being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Even though the weather has been chilly and windy during the night, groups of friends took to the street to celebrate the long weekend.
Two girls were spotted wearing face masks with their party dresses, but many others did not wear one.
Image: The Cleavers / SplashNews.com) The Cleavers / SplashNews.com)
Revellers were drinking in the street - with some having too many drinks to the point that they vomited in the street.
Party-goers ready for a night out were also seen in Newcastle.
In Leeds, some people joined a local busker, singing and dancing together.
Image: North News & Pictures Ltd northnews.co.uk) North News & Pictures Ltd northnews.co.uk)
Image: Ioannis Alexopoulos/LNP) Ioannis Alexopoulos/LNP)
Party-goers hit Birmingham’s city centre and queued up to get into some of the bars that have reopened since the coronavirus lockdown.
One woman was wheeled into an ambulance after she was unable to walk home.
Her friends reportedly took care of her before paramedics arrived.
Revellers were also seen in central London, with a woman photographed as she lay on the pavement in Soho.
Manchester also saw people going out and flouting coronavirus lockdown rules as party-goers were seen drinking and hugging across the city.
Image: North News & Pictures Ltd northnews.co.uk) North News & Pictures Ltd northnews.co.uk)
A man in Newcastle was seen with a face mask on his forehead as he smiled at his friends.
Several police forces, including Metropolitan Police, urged people not to join unlicensed events which put communities at risk due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The force tweeted: "Unlicensed music events are illegal, dangerous and often linked to anti-social behaviour and violence.
"People who attend unlicensed music events are putting themselves, their families and their communities at risk.
"Please think about others and stay at home."
Tougher fines have been introduced ahead of the Bank Holiday targeting the most serious breaches of social distancing restrictions.
Image: North News & Pictures Ltd northnews.co.uk) North News & Pictures Ltd northnews.co.uk)
The new regulations, which came into force on August 28, aim to prevent further spread of the virus.
Those facilitating or organising illegal raves, unlicensed music events, or any other unlawful gathering of more than 30 people may face a £10,000 fine.
Fines of £100 can continue to be issued to those who participate in illegal gatherings.
Those who have already received a fine will see the amount of doubled on each offence, up to a maximum of £3,200.
Home Secretary Priti Patel said: "These gatherings are dangerous and those who organise them show a blatant disregard for the safety of others.
"I am pleased the police have already stepped up their response and I am giving them the tools they need to continue to keep us safe.
"We will continue to crack down on the small minority who think they are above the law."
Image: Marcin Nowak/LNP) Marcin Nowak/LNP)
In areas of concern – such as Leicester and Greater Manchester - deployments have already been larger than on New Year’s Eve.
National Police Chiefs’ Council Lead for Unlicensed Music Events, Commander Ade Adelekan, said: "We welcome this further deterrent against those who irresponsibly put people’s health and safety at risk by organising these events. Unlicensed music events are unlawful and unregulated.
"These events are hosted without regard for the safety of those attending, and police have observed cases of anti-social behaviour, sales of drugs and gang activity.
"It is vital that forces obtain information about any illegal events at the earliest opportunity.
"As organisers are able to spread the word about these events quickly online, timely information about suspicious activity or plans enables forces to plan ahead and take effective action against them."
Image: The Cleavers / SplashNews.com) The Cleavers / SplashNews.com) Image: Ioannis Alexopoulos/LNP) Ioannis Alexopoulos/LNP)
It comes as Brits are experiencing one of the coldest ever August Bank Holiday weekends.
Temperatures dropped to as low as 6C overnight with more miserable, chilly weather forecast on Sunday and Monday.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Reading and Leeds festivals have been cancelled.
The Notting Hill Carnival has moved online for the first time ever.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Madeleine McCann suspect linked to 25 burglaries in resort where she vanished

Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner has reportedly been linked to more than 25 burglaries in the Portuguese resort where she vanished .
German investigators believe Brueckner , 43 , killed Madeleine , then three , after abducting her from a holiday apartment in Praia da Luz in May 2007 .
Detectives believe the convicted sex offender was behind a number of holiday apartment raids in the resort prior to Maddie 's disappearance .
The unsolved break-ins , which happened in 2005 , saw British victims targeted , including a model and her producer husband , The Sun reports .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by telling him which properties to target , which may have led him to where Madeleine was sleeping .
Last week , Brueckner ’ s pal – now identified as Manfred S – spoke about his relationship with the convicted paedophile , and confirmed he has a history of breaking into hotel rooms and holiday flats on the Algarve .
He said : “ He told me he does his break-ins in hotels and really goes right inside the rooms.
” Brueckner , 43 , lived 15 minutes from the complex where Madeleine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , aged three .
He and Manfred carried out a string of small-time raids in Portugal .
But after Brueckner was jailed for diesel theft , Manfred stole a video camera from his home , on which he saw footage of a US pensioner being raped in the resort .
He alerted police and Brueckner was convicted .
It has also been revealed that he stored 391 child abuse pictures and 68 sick videos on a second device , a Casio Exilim digital camera .
It was the camera he used to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s five-year-old daughter .
Police also found a Reck P6E blank pistol with ammunition in the pervert ’ s flat .
Brueckner 's lawyer , Friedrich Fülscher , has previously insisted that his client “ is innocent.
” Speaking in Germany , Fülscher said Brueckner had nothing to do with Maddie ’ s abduction and claimed he was the victim of a miscarriage of justice .
He claims that Brueckner was wrongly convicted of raping an American pensioner in Praia da Luz , Portugal .
But there was DNA and video evidence in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ place him in the village on the night Maddie went missing in May 2007 .
But Fülscher said that the police investigations in both cases “ are based on statements of the same dubious witnesses ” .
He added : “ I don ’ t believe anything these witnesses say.
” The Metropolitan Police maintain their active investigation into Madeleine ’ s disappearance , Operation Grange , is a missing person inquiry as there is no “ definitive evidence whether Madeleine is alive or dead ” .

Detectives investigating the disappearance of Madeleine McCann have allegedly linked prime suspect Christian Brueckner to a number of burglaries which were carried out in the resort where she vanished
Madeleine McCann suspect 'linked to 25 burglaries' in resort where she vanished
Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner has reportedly been linked to more than 25 burglaries in the Portuguese resort where she vanished.
German investigators believe Brueckner, 43, killed Madeleine, then three, after abducting her from a holiday apartment in Praia da Luz in May 2007.
Detectives believe the convicted sex offender was behind a number of holiday apartment raids in the resort prior to Maddie's disappearance.
The unsolved break-ins, which happened in 2005, saw British victims targeted, including a model and her producer husband, The Sun reports.
The newspaper claims a female accomplice helped Brueckner by telling him which properties to target, which may have led him to where Madeleine was sleeping.
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Last week, Brueckner’s pal – now identified as Manfred S – spoke about his relationship with the convicted paedophile, and confirmed he has a history of breaking into hotel rooms and holiday flats on the Algarve.
He said: “He told me he does his break-ins in hotels and really goes right inside the rooms.”
Brueckner, 43, lived 15 minutes from the complex where Madeleine vanished in 2007 in Praia da Luz, aged three.
He and Manfred carried out a string of small-time raids in Portugal.
But after Brueckner was jailed for diesel theft, Manfred stole a video camera from his home, on which he saw footage of a US pensioner being raped in the resort.
He alerted police and Brueckner was convicted.
Image: AFP) AFP)
It has also been revealed that he stored 391 child abuse pictures and 68 sick videos on a second device, a Casio Exilim digital camera.
It was the camera he used to take images of himself abusing an ex’s five-year-old daughter.
Police also found a Reck P6E blank pistol with ammunition in the pervert’s flat.
Brueckner's lawyer, Friedrich Fülscher, has previously insisted that his client “is innocent.”
Speaking in Germany, Fülscher said Brueckner had nothing to do with Maddie’s abduction and claimed he was the victim of a miscarriage of justice.
Image: Family handout/PA Wire) Family handout/PA Wire)
He claims that Brueckner was wrongly convicted of raping an American pensioner in Praia da Luz, Portugal.
But there was DNA and video evidence in the rape case and mobile phone records place him in the village on the night Maddie went missing in May 2007.
But Fülscher said that the police investigations in both cases “are based on statements of the same dubious witnesses”.
He added: “I don’t believe anything these witnesses say.”
The Metropolitan Police maintain their active investigation into Madeleine’s disappearance, Operation Grange, is a missing person inquiry as there is no “definitive evidence whether Madeleine is alive or dead”.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Dad 'mentally scarred' after hearing son 'being beaten and screaming' in attack

A dad says he and he son `` could have been killed '' after the pair were attacked on a night out .
Peter Brown was left with `` significant mental scars '' after he went for a drink with his sons and friends , which later left them the victims of a violent attack .
It happened in Grantham on October 27 , 2018 , where a number of fights broke out in just under 90 minutes .
Four men were jailed in connection with the attack earlier this month .
The violence began outside Oscar 's bar in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out outside The Bank pub which then moved in the Market Place , where several attacks took place , Lincolnshire Live reports .
Peter and his son Danny were two of the victims involved .
`` I 'd gone out for a drink with my sons to meet his friends , '' said Peter .
`` We were planning on going to Gambia for my 60th and were having a great time .
`` We 'd been in the bar and I remember one of the lads staring and pointing at my son @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and walking out into the Market Place , I do n't remember this but I 've watched the CCTV , I was hit from behind and just fell to the floor and went unconscious .
`` I remember coming in and out and I could hear my son 's being beaten and screaming and I could n't move .
I could n't do anything .
`` The mental scar from that will stay with me forever .
`` From seeing the CCTV , I know that everyone was attacking us .
We could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were charged with offences in relation to the violent outbreaks and have since had their cases heard at Lincoln Crown Court .

Peter Brown thought his son Danny was going to die after he 'could hear him being beaten' on a night out. He said the pair were attacked when violence broke out at a pub
Dad 'mentally scarred' after hearing son 'being beaten and screaming' in violent attack
A dad says he and he son "could have been killed" after the pair were attacked on a night out.
Peter Brown was left with "significant mental scars" after he went for a drink with his sons and friends, which later left them the victims of a violent attack.
It happened in Grantham on October 27, 2018, where a number of fights broke out in just under 90 minutes.
Four men were jailed in connection with the attack earlier this month.
The violence began outside Oscar's bar in Guildhall Street, further violence then broke out outside The Bank pub which then moved in the Market Place, where several attacks took place, Lincolnshire Live reports.
Image: Peter Brown) Peter Brown)
Peter and his son Danny were two of the victims involved.
"I'd gone out for a drink with my sons to meet his friends," said Peter.
"We were planning on going to Gambia for my 60th and were having a great time.
"We'd been in the bar and I remember one of the lads staring and pointing at my son.
Image: Peter Brown) Peter Brown)
"Then as we were leaving and walking out into the Market Place, I don't remember this but I've watched the CCTV, I was hit from behind and just fell to the floor and went unconscious.
"I remember coming in and out and I could hear my son's being beaten and screaming and I couldn't move. I couldn't do anything.
"The mental scar from that will stay with me forever.
"From seeing the CCTV, I know that everyone was attacking us. We could have been killed."
Seven people were charged with offences in relation to the violent outbreaks and have since had their cases heard at Lincoln Crown Court.