ROY Keane was involved in a tense confrontation at Orlando International Airport last week, according to reports.
The incident apparently came after Keano intercepted a passenger attempting to jump the immigration queue.
The no nonsense Man Utd legend who is known for his fiery temperament, wore a baseball cap and casual gear, yet was unmistakable to fellow passengers.
The former Ireland skipper was en route from Manchester to Florida for punditry duty.
And according to the report, which came from Extra.ie, as the queue slowed, a man from Manchester tried to edge ahead, prompting Keane to step in and call him out.
One passenger claimed to Extra that the man who jumped the line pointed out who the Corkman was before they squared up.
He said: “It’s Roy Keane, it’s Roy Keane everyone,”
“When Roy saw the guy trying to skip everyone he wasn’t one bit happy.”
At one point, Keane supposedly warned the man: “I’ll see you outside.”
Refusing to let the queue skipper get away, and despite no apparent threat of a physical altercation, the man eventually fled through immigration.
But it’s said that Keane once again confronted the man at baggage claim before Keano walked away.
The iconic midfielder is set to cover the Nations Cup as a pundit.
IF you’ve spent any time on social media, you’ll likely have come across videos titled “the signs you’re autistic” and “why autism is to blame” for any number of behaviours or personality traits.
This content has become so prolific it’s pushed thousands of people to seek an official diagnosis. But is autism really becoming more common, and if so, is TikTok the only factor driving the surge?
About 700,000 people in the UK are thought to have autism – a lifelong condition that affects how people experience and interact with the world.
But influencers might have you assuming that number is far higher.
There are now 3.2million posts about autism on TikTok alone.
Many of these are inaccurate, but it is true that diagnoses are on the rise.
Rates are up 787 per cent in England from 1998 to 2018, and experts warn the NHS is “overwhelmed” by the influx.
Here, Dr Rebecca Ker, a psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and co-founder of Carlton Psychology in Surrey who specialises in supporting neurodivergent people and their families, reveals what’s behind the dramatic increase – and why it could prove catastrophic.
EARLIER this year, US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr promised a “massive” research effort involving hundreds of scientists to get to the bottom of what he calls an autism “epidemic”.
Yet after more than 15 years working with autistic children, adults and families, the only epidemic I can see is one of fear-mongering and stigma.
We’ve not suddenly “caught” autism. Autism isn’t an illness. It doesn’t need a cure. It is a term that describes areas of difference – some disabling, some brilliant.
Yes, autism rates have increased hugely – by 787 per cent in England over the past 20 years.
When autism was first discussed in the 1940s, it was thought to affect one in every 2,500 people. Today, research suggests it could be more like one in 30.
The reality is, that rise is down to our greater awareness and understanding of the condition and a broadening of the diagnostic criteria we use to define it.
For starters, we’re better at realising the nuances and subtleties of the condition and the broad spectrum of people who are autistic.
That greater understanding has also been informed by the autistic community themselves.
There are some brilliant brains out there, advocating, educating, and finally being heard in a way they never were in the 1950s.
We meet lots of parents bringing their children to clinics who are beginning to realise they might be autistic too.
Often they grew up with a very different understanding of what autism is.
Secondly, when the DSM-5 – the guidebook psychologists use to classify conditions – was updated in 2013, it removed Asperger syndrome as a separate diagnosis and folded it into the wider autism spectrum.
Autism spectrum disorder is currently defined as “persistent difficulties with social communication, social interaction, restricted and repetitive patterns of behaviour (including sensory difficulties), and it has to be present from early childhood to the extent that these limit and impair everyday functioning”.
The criteria is broad. For example “restrictive and repetitive behaviours” could look like lots of things, from rocking, hand-flapping and skin-picking to sticking to a strict routine or eating the same food every evening.
For one person, difficulties with social communication might look like difficulties with picking up on the social cues of the person they are speaking to. For another person, it might mean being completely non-verbal.
Autistic minds often thrive on sameness, predictability and routine. They have a real need for sameness.
But here’s the problem. While understanding has moved on, support systems are struggling to keep up.
The latest NHS England figures, covering the period ending March 2025, show the number of patients waiting at least three months for an initial specialist appointment has jumped by more than a quarter since last year. That figure has also tripled since 2021.
In total, nearly 124,000 under-18s are on the waiting list for over three months – almost 30,000 more than the year before.
NHS guidelines say patients should be seen within 13 weeks. But nine in 10 wait much longer.
And those who did get assessed last year? They’d already been waiting, on average, a year and a half.
And a diagnosis is often just the start… it doesn’t automatically unlock the necessary support.
In my experience in Surrey, it’s not unusual for children to wait years. That’s years of growing up without support and without understanding. Changing schools. Falling behind. Developing anxiety.
And it’s not just children. Last year, the Oxfordshire Adult Autism Diagnostic and Support Service stopped taking new referrals altogether. Adults being referred at that time were told they’d have to wait 18 years.
If you’re one of those families stuck on a waiting list, it can feel impossible. You’re worried, your child is struggling, and you’re being told to just wait and keep waiting.
But even without a diagnosis, there is support out there.
Please don’t let schools tell you everything’s fine just because your child is quiet or well-behaved there. Masking is real and it’s exhausting. The children who cope at school often fall apart at home
Dr Rebecca Ker
While many end up seeking support privately, there are national charities and helplines available too.
Families need faster access to specialists to provide clarity, tools, and reassurance.
Someone who understands neurodivergence can help you notice patterns, validate your concerns, and work with you on practical steps that reduce stress and improve connection.
If you are concerned that your child is autistic, keep a journal of behaviours that concern you.
Record exactly what triggers meltdowns, how you have noticed your child differs from their peers, how they respond to change, what their social interactions look like.
Be as specific as you can.
Take that evidence to your child’s teacher or SENCO. Ask for support plans, even without a diagnosis.
Speak to your GP, or if your child’s under five, your health visitor.
By Alice Fuller, Health Features Editor
MODEL Christine McGuinness was a “recluse” for eight years and only left the house at 3am.
Springwatch presenter Chris Packham says it makes him a “task-centric workaholic who sees problems in everything he does”.
And recently, Bella Ramsey revealed they were diagnosed after struggling to wear thermals on the set of The Last of Us.
But what exactly is autism and why does it seem so different in everyone?
Leanne Cooper-Brown, neurodevelopmental lead at Clinical Partners, tells Sun Health: “Autism is considered a spectrum, so not all people share the same traits.
“Whereas we used to think of autism as a linear line, we have come to realise that terms such as ‘high’ and ‘low’ functioning or definitions of ‘mild’, ‘moderate’ or ‘severe’ aren’t helpful and can be misleading.
“Nowadays, we think of autism in terms of the strengths and needs of the individual, which can change over time depending on their environment and support network.”
About 700,000 people in the UK are thought to have autism – that’s one in 100.
But research by University College London suggests that number could be twice as high, as many people remain undiagnosed.
Cases are on the rise though. Figures released last year showed a 175 per cent increase from 2011 to 2022.
Dr Selina Warlow, clinical psychologist and owner of The Nook Neurodevelopmental Clinic, says: “Conversation around neurodiversity is becoming normalised, and that’s so positive to see. But more awareness is needed.
“Receiving a diagnosis can open access to expert resources that support autistic people to thrive in society.”
Autism has long been associated with social difficulties, like problems maintaining conversations and forming relationships.
But research published in the journal Cell Press suggested that repetitive behaviours – like rocking or finger-flicking – and special interests – whether it’s TV shows or specific animals – are more indicative of an autism diagnosis.
Generally though, experts say the core characteristics include…
Please don’t let schools tell you everything’s fine just because your child is quiet or well-behaved there.
Masking is real and it’s exhausting. The children who cope at school often fall apart at home.
If you can afford to explore a private assessment, be cautious.
There are brilliant services out there, but it can be overwhelming choosing a private provider that is offering the best quality in terms of assessment.
A good autism assessment is a lot of work. It should involve a multidisciplinary team – not one person sitting with your child for half an hour.
The specialists should be Health and Care Professions Council registered. The process should follow National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines.
They should draw information from different contexts (observing your child themselves, talking to school, interviewing parents) and produce a detailed report that can stand up when you need it – for school support, Education, Health and Care Plans, or future care.
Let’s stop talking about trying to “reduce” autism. That’s not the goal.
Instead, we need to be building a more accessible world, where people can say: “I’m neurodivergent. I am more comfortable doing it this way.”
That means changing how we run our education system and services.
Just as we build wheelchair ramps, and would view a lack of ramps to be unacceptable, we should be building sensory-friendly classrooms, alternative timetables, and flexible expectations.
We need to train teachers to understand neurodivergent minds.
We need to provide the funding for more capable systems that can enable all types of brains to reach their potential.
Too often, quiet girls or rule-following boys are told they’re “fine” while they suffer silently.
Too often, parents are dismissed as “overly anxious”.
But often there are signs – a child who is exhausted after school, struggles with transitions, is inflexible in their play, feels different or confused by peers, complains the dining hall is too loud or smelly to be able to eat.
TO get an official autism diagnosis, you need to be assessed by a healthcare professional.
But if you think your or your child might have the condition, there is a simple quiz called the AQ-10 that you can use to help support your suspicions.
The assessment tool — used by NHS doctors — does not confirm whether you are on the spectrum.
Instead, it is used to screen people who might be. A version for children is also available.
For adults
For each question, write down if you ‘Definitely Agree’, ‘Slightly Agree’, ‘Slightly Disagree’ or ‘Definitely Agree’.
Score 1 point for ‘Definitely Agree’ or ‘Slightly Agree’ on each of items 1, 7, 8, and 10.
Score 1 point for ‘Definitely Disagree’ or ‘Slightly Disagree’ on each of items 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 9.
If you score more than 6 out of 10, a healthcare professional will consider referring you for a specialist diagnostic assessment.
For children
For each question, write down if you ‘Definitely Agree’, ‘Slightly Agree’, ‘Slightly Disagree’ or ‘Definitely Agree’.
Only 1 point can be scored for each question. Score 1 point for ‘Definitely Agree’ or ‘Slightly Agree’ on each of items 1, 5, 7 and 10.
Score 1 point for ‘Definitely Disagree’ or ‘Slightly Disagree’ on each of items 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 9.
If the individual scores more than 6 out of 10, they will be considered for a specialist diagnostic assessment.
None of these on their own mean a child is autistic, but we should be sensitive to the clues.
With adults, the process is more complex.
You don’t always have parents to describe childhood behaviours. But what we see again and again is this: they’ve been masking their whole lives.
They’ve been told they’re too much, too blunt, too rude. They’ve often experienced long term difficulties with their mental health or been misdiagnosed with personality disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders and so on.
Difficulties with mental ill-health are more prevalent in autistic people. These are all signs that it is hard to be autistic in a world that is geared up for neurotypical people.
They’ve made it through work or university by sheer effort – but at a cost. Burnout. Depression. Exhaustion.
And often, the moment they receive that diagnosis? It’s a relief. At last, something makes sense.
So yes, autism is a difference. But it’s a difference we’ve punished, misunderstood and ignored for far too long.
The DSM-5 still calls it a disorder. But many autistic people find this term offensive and prefer the word “difference” or “condition”.
And I agree. It isn’t an illness. And there are many strengths associated with autism too.
We all have different brains. Neurodiversity is a natural part of human variation – just like height or handedness.
Not everyone is neurodivergent, but everyone is neurodiverse.
So when Kennedy Jr says autism is worse than Covid, he isn’t just wrong – he’s dangerous. His words fuel a climate of panic, shame and disinformation. And for what? To blame vaccines? To stir controversy?
There’s no medical basis for that claim.
But what there is is a growing body of knowledge. Of compassion. And of people – autistic people – finally being seen, heard, and supported.
RICHIE Sadlier looked ahead in anger as he shared that he’s double-booked a family holiday with Oasis’ Dublin dates.
According to reviews from Cardiff’s opening night of their comeback tour, the Manchester rockers still have it despite not having performed together since 2009.
They’re set to fill out Croke Park on August 16 and 17. But sadly for Sadlier, he won’t be able to go.
He explained to Instagram followers: “Buzzing when I got tickets to their Croke Park gig, but months later I mistakenly booked our family holiday for the same week.
“By the time I realised we couldn’t change the date or get a refund. Thought I was dealing with it quite well, turns out I am not.”
The Gallagher brothers held hands as they made their entrance to Cardiff’s Principality Stadium last night.
Newspaper headlines about the hugely-anticipated reunion flashed up on huge screens amid deafening cheers from the 74,500 sold-out crowd.
And the pair paid a touching tribute to tragic Liverpool star Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash on Wednesday night/Thursday morning in Spain.
Liam, giving some oomph to his trademark swagger, told fans “Manchester vibes in the area” before the band launched into Hello, the opening track on their multi-million selling second album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?.
The song’s lyrics include the line “It’s good to be back” — and fans agreed.
The band then smashed into 1995 B-side and fan favourite Acquiesce.
The poignancy of the lyrics — including “because we need each other, we believe in one another” — was lost on no one in the crowd.
Many believed they would never see the day Noel, 58, was back on stage with Liam, 52, after their bitter feud which erupted when Oasis split up in 2009.
The two-and-a-quarter hour set was packed with big moments, including the tribute to Jota — whose funeral took place today.
The Irish Sun understands lifelong Man City fans Noel and Liam made a late request following his sudden death aged 28 for their team to add him to the visuals used during their 1994 hit Live Forever.
At the end of the track, a photograph of Jota wearing his Liverpool kit appeared — with the crowd breaking into huge applause as fans noticed the Portugese ace on the screen.
Earlier, Liam, boiling in a thick coat on stage, shouted: “Yes, beautiful people, simmer down”, as the band settled in for their set — which was ear-splittingly loud in the Principality Stadium.
Noel and Liam chose songs mainly from their first two albums, 1994’s Definitely Maybe and 1995’s (What’s The Story) Morning Glory?.
Liam kept his words short and sweet, joking: “You’re still on the glue down here, then”, in reference to fans going wild as they played their 1995 No 1 hit Some Might Say, then Bring It On Down.
Before Cigarettes & Alcohol, Liam urged the crowd: “I want you to do us a favour. I don’t ask much.
“I want you to turn around, every single one of you. Put your arms around each other like you like each other and when the tune starts you jump up and down. It’s f***ing easy.”
Joking again later with the crowd, before playing Slide Away, Liam asked: “You’re all having a good time yeah? Was it worth the £40,000 you paid for a ticket?”
STUCK feeling like his money was going nowhere in the UK with a rising cost of living and dreary prospects – Previn Diwakar made a decision that would shock those close to him.
He decided he would leave his wife Lisa, 51, and son Oscar, 15, at their home in Shrewsbury – and head abroad for a better life where he could triple his salary and live the high life.
Dr Diwakar, originally from Glasgow, choose Saudi Arabia, the trillionaire state fast attracting professionals despite being accused of living in the dark ages by the West.
The British radiologist – who has worked in Canterbury, Liverpool, Manchester and Cardiff – moved to Riyadh last year after 25 years in the NHS, choosing it over its more ‘relaxed’ ruled neighbour the UAE.
He now says he earns triple his salary with no income tax, lives in an stylish 3-bedroom apartment, which is mostly paid for by his work.
He has a free gym, pool and steam room in the block – and he also drives at Tesla Model 3, with free charging ports avaliable and the car also being half paid for by his hospital.
The lure of the salary boost was so great for the family – he moved while leaving his wife Lisa & son Oscar decided to stay back in the UK.
Dr Diwakar explained he was tired of constantly working harder in Britain but feeling no benefits as cost of living continues to climb.
And said even with the lack of alcohol – he still gets to enjoy events such as football and live music.
He also defended his decision to swap to Saudi – which while opening up to the West, still continues to have a bloody human rights record.
It is estimated up to 300,000 Brits visit Saudi Arabia yearly – and there are around 30,000 UK expats living in the kingdom.
And Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been the driving force behind a massive campaign to open up the country and attract Westerners.
From luring in top sports stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and relaxing some of the nation’s traditional laws, Riyadh launched Saudi Vision 2030 back in 2016 – a £3trillion scheme to modernise the nation.
Mega projects planned including ambitions of the world’s tallest skyscraper, an enormous new high tech city, and 15 new stadiums ahead of the 2034 World Cup.
Dr Diwakar told The Sun: “There was a very real sense that over the previous 10 years or so I was working harder and harder but seeing no improvement in my salary or quality of living.
“With the rise in living costs in the UK and punitive tax rules I couldn’t see my quality of life for me or my family improving by staying put.
“It was like I was running to stand still. While initially drawn to the UAE, having visited there many times over the years, I became drawn to Saudi after seeing the opportunities here and that it offered me the authentic cultural and social experiences I was seeking which the UAE simply doesn’t.”
Now he says he earns roughly three and half times more than he did in the UK, with Saudi imposing no income tax on his earnings.
His wife, Lisa Diwakar, and son, Oscar, remain in the UK but he manages to see them often thanks to generous annual leave.
Western perception is that people don’t feel comfortable talking about this country or politics and I don’t think that’s true
Dr Previn Diwakar
And his wife Lisa says while she misses him, when the meet up it makes all the time together that much more special.
She said the family have had to adapt to a new way of living and working.
Lisa said: “Being a working mum in the UK and wife to a husband working in Saudi requires careful planning to ensure we get to get to spend quality time together as a family.
“We communicate daily and the physical distance has taught us to plan ahead and look forward to quality times we spend together.
“This has been an important life lesson for me, I’m more organised and I always have something to look forward to, my husband coming home, me going to visit him or our family meeting somewhere to spend a holiday together.
“We don’t feel the geographical distance, we simply feel the lack of presence, that never leaves you but it does mean that when we are together it’s so special.”
A keen football fan, he regularly goes to football games including Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr FC in the Saudi Pro League.
He passes time with other expats drinking coffee, visiting art galleries, malls, restaurants and watching his club Liverpool at a supporters club run by locals.
Previn was a season ticket holder and went to as many games as possible when he lived in England and still attends matches when he’s visiting.
Last month he went to WWE Smackdown, costing him only £14, with fans decked out in wrestling outfits.
He added: “Football was a massive eye-opener for me. I have very in-depth knowledge of what the English and European games are like, but I had no idea what the Saudi Pro League was like.
“So when I was out here I asked various colleagues and they said football’s huge out here.
“I thought, well, in England it’s quite difficult to get tickets, isn’t it? But it’s not difficult to get tickets out here. The tickets aren’t expensive either.
“You’re probably spending maybe £10 to £15 pounds maximum for a decent seat. I was pretty near the pitch side and I went with my family, with my wife and son.”
The doctor said the stadium’s atmosphere was even comparable to major European games he’s been to.
He said: “The stadium was pretty crowded. It wasn’t as huge as the European stadiums but there was a really good atmosphere and certainly like European games there’s one end of the stadium that had the so-called Ultras there, the banging the drums and creating a lot of atmosphere.
“There certainly was an atmosphere when I went to see an Al-Nassr game with Ronaldo and Sadio Mane.
“The team they were playing against was Al Riyadh, which is a comparatively less well-known team outside Saudi.
“So you would think with Ronaldo and Mane playing, this is just going to be a walkover, it’s going to be one-sided. It wasn’t. It was quite a competitive game, they won but only just.”
Saudi is a dry country and remains adamant it will be alcohol free during the 2034 World Cup set to be held there, with booze prohibited under Islamic laws .
But Diwakar says he doesn’t miss it and has noticed no impact at events.
He added: “The atmosphere at WWE is incredible. There’s all the chanting, there’s the dancing, people wearing T-shirts and dressing up, it is as mental as anything in the UK or in Europe.
Since I’ve been out here I haven’t missed [alcohol] at all
Dr Diwakar
“I don’t think the lack of alcohol makes any impact on the atmosphere in these events whether it’s a concert, WWE or live sport.
“There were lots of people wearing WWE outfits to mimic their favourite wrestlers. They had imitation belts because John Cena was there.
“They were dressed up like Cena with the crazy hats, big foam fingers they were pointing at him.
“I was shocked actually because when I go to Anfield, when you hear all the singing and everything like that, that’s what it is. But you don’t expect it out here.
“How you feel about living in a dry country may depend a lot upon the stage of your life you’re at.
“In the UK I may go and see friends at the pub, or at football I might have a drink, but at this stage in my life I’m not a heavy drinker.
“Particularly with my job, I never drank during the week, maybe a glass of wine with my meal at the weekend but that was it.
“Since I’ve been out here I haven’t missed it at all.”
Some expats are keen to share their lives in Saudi – including a raft of Brits who are sharing their lifestyles online.
A dozen now-influencers – most with young children – made the move months or even years ago as their husbands landed various jobs working for Saudi projects.
Another Brit expat, who asked not to be named, swapped the UK for Saudi at the age of 23 and now works as an account executive in Riyadh.
There he shares an apartment with another British expat, passing time with padel, art galleries and football with other expats.
He’s a fan of MDLBEAST, a series of festivals held in Riyadh and has attracted artists including A$AP Rocky, Calvin Harris and Guns N’ Roses.
There, he says you’ll see things you “wouldn’t expect to see”.
The expat told The Sun: “There were things you would not expect to see at a Saudi music festival.
“They sold non-alcoholic beer for example. It was predominantly young lads, I didn’t really see many women.
“They obviously weren’t gangsters, but a lot of the men were wearing balaclavas, emulating Reading festival or something.
“There was a lot of music you might think men wouldn’t be interested in here. So Jason Derulo was packed, they knew his lyrics.”
A$AP Rocky’s set was full of expletives with the crowd singing along to all the lyrics.
Diwakar compared its significance to the UK’s Glastonbury, although he hasn’t managed to go yet. He wants to attend at some point, and has set his sights on the Jeddah GP next year.
Saudi Arabia has gone on an aggressive spending spree in recent years and it seeks to modernise the nation, particularly in sport.
In addition to names like Ronaldo heading to Saudi PL, the world’s best golfers including John Rahm play in LIV Golf for eye-popping sums.
Some have accused the nation, a dictatorship, of doing so to wash its image.
And alongside these projects, there is also a raft of Saudi influencers who share their lifestyles in the kingdom.
The Saudi government are keen to clean up the kingdom’s image.
But Diwakar says the nation is fast evolving and change is embraced by locals.
He said: “It’s very important to remember where this country has come from in an incredibly short period of time.
“It’s 2025 now and eight years ago was at the start of these reforms.
“If you think of where we are now, I’m sitting in a lovely little cafe bakery here, crowded with men and women together.
“That wouldn’t have been possible 10 years ago. So the social change and the infrastructure has changed a lot.
“As each year goes by, particularly as we accelerate through to 2030, some things will start changing and adapting.”
He added: “Western perception is that people don’t feel comfortable talking about this country or politics and I don’t think that’s true.
“Everybody I’ve spoken to has been pretty good, they’ve been pretty open, no less so than in the UK.
“Of course you don’t get demonstrations on the street. But I think when you speak to people, universally people have welcomed the changes that they have made.
“Like the fact that you can come to a coffee shop and you see groups of girls together, or going for non-alcoholic drinks.”
By James Moules
THE most infamous case of Saudi Arabia’s draconian laws is that of Raif Badawi – a blogger who was sentenced to 1,000 lashes and 10 years in prison for “insulting Islam”.
The Arab Kingdom still enforces the death penalty – in 2022, 196 people were executed. And on March 12 that year, 81 people were executed in one single day.
Women and girls still face discrimination in regard to the law. The male guardianship act was enshrined into law in 2022, and means that women must have a “male legal guardian”.
The Arab Kingdom consistently cracks down on the press, controlling domestic media and jailing journalists for a variety of “crimes”. Journalist Jamal Khashoggi was assassinated at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul in 2018 by agents of the Saudi government.
LGBT rights are not legally recognised in the country. They are labelled as “extremist ideas”, with public displays of affection between couples outlawed.
Protests and demonstrations are also illegal. Those who defy this ban face arrest, prosecution and imprisonment.
IRELAND’S Seamus Power charged up the leaderboard on Friday at TPC Deere Run.
The Waterford ace carded a bogey-free, five-under 66 to move into a tie for 13th.
The Irishman is just three strokes behind leader Doug Ghim,Cameron Champ and Kevin Roy, who lead the way on -12.
Power followed up his solid opening round of 67 on Day 1 in Illinois to give himself an opportunity heading into the weekend.
Starting on the back nine, Power surged through the front with four birdies before adding one more on the back-nine.
It’s a welcome position for him after a injury stricken year, he’s suffered with persistent back and hip problems.
The injuries even forced him to withdraw from the Canadian Open after nine holes, and again after 18 holes during U.S. Open qualifying.
He’ll need a strong showing at the weekend to keep alive his chances of clinching a spot at Royal Portrush for The Open.
The John Deere Classic is part of the Open Qualifying Series and offers up to five spots into the Open Championship field to its top finishers who aren’t already exempt.
Defending champ Davis Thompson and Max Homa are among the five players within one shot of the lead going into the weekend.
They’re joined by Mexico Open winner Brian Campbell, David Lipsky and Emiliano Grillo were tied for second.
All the third-round action is underway live on Sky Sports.
AL NASSR have launched a massive bid to sign Rodrygo from Real Madrid – and they’re willing to break the bank to get him.
The Saudi club, backed by a whopping transfer kitty, have contacted the Brazilian winger’s representatives to discuss a potential move to the Saudi Pro League.
And it’s not just any offer, they’ve reportedly approached Rodrygo‘s camp and offered to present him with a blank cheque that could be the difference amid growing interest from Arsenal.
Sky Sports claim that Cristiano Ronaldo, who recently extended his contract with the club, has personally named the 22-year-old as his top target this summer.
However, Rodrygo has made it clear he’s not ready to swap Madrid for Riyadh just yet.
The report further adds that the winger has set his sights on the Premier League, with sources saying he’s only interested in moving to England if he leaves Spain.
Rodrygo fell out with Carlo Ancelotti over playing time but the situation hasn’t significantly improved since Xabi Alonso took over from the Italian.
The Brazilian forward is with Madrid at the Club World Cup but he’s only played 23 minutes in four games as reports of an exit intensify.
If he decides he wants a new challenge, his first choice would be to stay in Europe with England’s top flight being his preferred destination.
Rodrygo has also been linked to Arsenal recently while Chelsea were mentioned before, even though the Blues have now signed Brighton’s Joao Pedro and Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens.
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By Jordan Davies
ARSENAL’S never-ending hunt for a world-class striker is in turmoil as deals for Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres stall.
The Gunners were confident of doing their business quickly this summer after months of preparation by boss Mikel Arteta and new sporting director Andrea Berta.
But inflated asking prices and broken gentlemen’s agreements have derailed those plans and left Arsenal frustrated.
Sesko believed he would be allowed to leave RB Leipzig for around £60million, while SunSport understands Gyokeres was told £59m would be enough to seal his own exit.
But those price-tags have gone up, leaving Arsenal debating whether they represent value for money.
While the players’ camps are also growing restless, knowing the Gunners can only sign one of them.
So what next? Will Arsenal keep waiting in the hope of fees eventually going down? Or turn to other targets, like Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike?
Whatever they decide, with pre-season looming and the fixtures already out, Arteta will be desperate for them to move quickly to avoid another nearly season.
So, Al Nassr know they have a chance and aren’t backing down.
The Saudi Pro League side are also reportedly eyeing Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli as an alternative.
The Sun reported this week that Arsenal could be tempted into selling the 24-year-old as Mikel Arteta looks to shake things up at the Emirates.
The Gunners have been strongly linked to Chelsea winger Noni Madueke – and the player is open to the move with personal terms agreed.
Madueke’s direct style of play is said to have caught the eye of Arteta who is determined to challenge for the Premier League title again next season.
SunSport understands that Arsenal have made firm contact with Madueke’s camp and are pushing to get the deal across the line.
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WHEN it comes to washing white clothes, many of us find ourselves trying every trick known to mankind get tackle stubborn stains.
This is especially true for socks – which are prone to becoming mucky in practically no time, especially if you have kids.
Luckily, one savvy mum has come to rescue, after revealing an easy hack which will take your white socks from dirty to brand new with no faff.
The best part? It costs just pennies too – and is a must for keeping your kid’s school uniform looking pristine.
Sharing the game-changer of a trick social media users begged her to reveal, mum Jemma Craig took to Facebook where she raved about a special product – Stain Remover Soap.
Uploading a snap of her white socks before and after using the cleaning essential, Jemma said in the post: ”Thank you so so so much to who ever recommended this soap!
”It’s saved me a fortune in new socks, it’s worked a treat.”
The soap, which is made from natural ingredients and doesn’t contain any harsh chemicals, sells for £7.99.
Although that may seem rather steep, you get a whopping 50 uses from one bar – which works out to be just 15p per use and is certainly a better option that forking out for new socks.
To get the best results and make your white sparkle like new, the brand recommends to wet the fabric first, moisten the soap and rub it into the stubborn stain.
If necessary, leave for a few minutes, then rinse with clean water or put in the washing machine.
What’s more, not only is the soap kind to your garments but also the animals, as it’s cruelty-free – a win-win.
The cleaning must-have boasts an impressive five-star rating from delighted customers, with one person claiming nothing compares to this stain-banishing soap.
”I own every stain removed on the planet and this one outdoes every one.”
Another was singing praises and wrote: ”This soap is the best stain remover soap. Takes lots out stains out. Love it, can’t be without it.”
A foodie chimed in: ”Tried it on a curry stain and it removed the stain completely. So very happy with this product.”
Fellow cleaning fans can order the soap online via the website and choose between a two-pack (£14.39) and a three-pack (£19.18).
By Danielle Mason, who has 20 years of experience
Under and Behind the Fridge
Crumbs, dust, and spills accumulate over time, attracting pests and creating bad odours.
Shower Curtain & Liner
These collect mildew and soap scum but are often overlooked. Wash or replace them regularly to keep your bathroom fresh.
Toothbrush Holder
One of the germiest places in the bathroom, filled with bacteria and toothpaste residue. Rinse and disinfect it weekly.
Dishwasher Filter
Food particles and grease build up, leading to unpleasant smells and reduced efficiency. Remove and clean the filter every few weeks.
Washing Machine Seal
The rubber gasket traps mould, mildew, and detergent buildup. Wipe it down with white vinegar and leave the door open to air dry.
Light Switches and Remote Controls
Touched daily but rarely cleaned, making them germ hotspots. Wipe them down with disinfectant regularly.
Under the Sofa Cushions
Crumbs, dust, and even lost items hide in the cracks. Remove the cushions and vacuum thoroughly.
Kitchen Sink & Plughole
Food residue builds up, causing bad odours. Pour boiling water, bicarbonate of soda, and vinegar down the drain to freshen it.
Ceiling Fans
Dust piles up on the blades and gets redistributed into the air when turned on. Use a microfibre cloth or pillowcase to clean them easily.
Doormats
They trap dirt and bacteria from shoes but are rarely washed or vacuumed. Shake them out weekly and deep clean them every month.
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However, if you want to try out another hack before ordering the soap, cleaning whizzes have also been swearing by a 16p trick they insist is ”better than bleach”.
One person had taken to the Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips group on Facebook to ask for advice, writing: “I’m going to try bleach on these stubbornly stained white t-shirts and socks.
“They all have a little different coloured logo on them though.
“Can I still use it?”
People quickly took to the comments section to offer their own suggestions, with many recommending Napisan.
“I would avoid using bleach,” one wrote.
“I used it on school shirts and it turned them yellow I had to bin them.
“I would try Napisan.”
“I would recommend Napisan,” another commented.
“Bleach used to be my go-to until it turned my socks and a top yellow.
“Napisan is amazing, doesn’t affect other colours and works so much better than bleach.”
Manufacturers recommend adding two tablespoons of Napisan alongside your regular detergent in the wash for the best results.
You can even wash at 30 degrees with Napisan.
It works to remove stains by releasing active oxygen, which also kills germs – which is why so many parents use it to get rid of marks on their kids’ clothes.
For more intense stains, mix 60g of Napisan with four litres of water and soak the stained items in there for six hours.
Then wash as normal.
As you can get an 800g box of Napisan for just £4.50 in all good supermarkets, the stain-removing hack works out at around 16p for use