Tag: criticism
Lando Norris: McLaren driver says criticism after Silverstone was ‘not unfair’ as team look to win in Hungary | F1 News
Lando Norris says criticism directed at him and his McLaren team following a series of costly errors at the British Grand Prix was “not unfair”. Norris was leading at Silverstone before the final round of pit stops but McLaren failed to bring him in at the optimum moment, while he also overran his pit box,…
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Daniel Ricciardo: RB driver gives fiery response to Jacques Villeneuve criticism after strong Canada qualifying | F1 News
Daniel Ricciardo insisted he won’t give his critics “the time of day” as he addressed comments made by Sky Sports F1 pundit Jacques Villeneuve at the Canadian Grand Prix. F1’s 1997 world champion Villeneuve, said on Friday that Ricciardo’s “image” rather than his results have extended the RB driver’s career in the sport. Ricciardo, an…
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Andre Onana on dealing with Manchester United criticism in early months of Old Trafford spell | Football News
During the savage criticism that coloured the first six months of his Manchester United career, Andre Onana’s head never dropped, his spirit remained unbroken. The goalkeeper refused to hide and insisted on taking responsibility. He wanted to front up every error, and admit he was not yet operating to his own standards, rather than having…
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Max Verstappen defends his father after Horner criticism
FILE–Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing and his father Jos Verstappen. Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images/AFP JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia — Three-time defending Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen defended his father amid turmoil at Red Bull and addressed speculation Wednesday that he could switch to Mercedes next season when Lewis Hamilton joins Ferrari. Jos…
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Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag defends Bruno Fernandes and brands social media criticism ‘pathetic’ | Football News
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag accused Nottingham Forest of targeting Bruno Fernandes in his side’s FA Cup win at the City Ground and branded criticism of his captain as “pathetic”. The Portugal midfielder overcame a “serious injury” to play his part in United’s 1-0 victory at Forest, setting up Casemiro’s 89th-minute winner from a…
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Michael Atherton: England criticism unfair after 3-1 series loss to formidable India | Cricket News
Sky Sports Cricket expert Michael Atherton says criticism of England’s 3-1 loss to India is “unfair” and doesn’t fully encapsulate the competitive nature of the series. England had threatened a historic comeback win as they reduced their hosts to 120-5, chasing 192, shortly after lunch on day four when Shoaib Bashir (3-79) took two wickets…
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Parkrun removes speed records from site to reduce ‘off-putting’ nature amid criticism
Parkrun has removed speed records from its website to reduce the “off-putting” nature of them and dispel the perception that the runs are races. It is to stop publishing data including most first-place finishes, age-grade and category speed records. Users will no longer have the ability to search for these records. The move comes amid…
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Peter Wright apologises to Chris Dobey after criticism over Premier League selection | Darts News
Peter Wright has hit back at critics and defended his place in the Premier League after suggestions Chris Dobey should have been picked ahead of him, apologising to the latter for saying ‘What’s he won?’ In an interview on Saturday, the Scot was wound up about the fact people have claimed his invitation to the…
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Celtic: Liam Scales urges players to ‘brush up’ after Rodgers criticism | Football News
Celtic defender Liam Scales admits it hurt to hear manager Brendan Rodgers claim he was unsurprised by their poor performance in the defeat by Hearts. The Irishman believes he and his team-mates will be stung into action by Rodgers’ assessment when they host Livingston on Saturday. It was a first domestic defeat at Celtic Park…
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Wembley arch will no longer light up to mark atrocities – after criticism for not displaying Israeli colours | Football News
The Wembley Stadium arch will no longer be lit to show solidarity with countries after terror attacks or natural disasters after criticism for not illuminating the landmark in the colours of the Israeli flag after the Hamas atrocities. Sky News understands the Football Association review of its policy will see the arch now only lit…
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