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Fremantle veteran Ebony Antonio will play her 10th AFLW season in 2025, as one of four Dockers to sign on with the club while West Coast also announced three contract extensions.

TWO shocking love triangles will emerge this Christmas, ahead of EastEnders’ 40th anniversary viewer vote.

Cindy Beale and Junior knight’s affair is about to be exposed in EastEnders, changing the Beale and Knight families forever.

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The Knights and Beales spend Christmas Day together[/caption]

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Meanwhile, Stacey Slater thinks Martin Fowler and Ruby Allen are back together.

Things are about to get a whole lot more complicated for Cindy when she discovers an incriminating recording detailing her affair with Junior has fallen into the wrong hands.

With the truth threatening to come to light, Cindy does all she can to keep her actions hidden.

But has she done enough to make her blackmailer rethink?

Fearing for her future, Cindy concocts a plan that shocks her family.

Wanting all of his family together on Christmas Day, George extends an invitation for Cindy and the Beale’s to join them at The Vic for Christmas dinner.

Later, things escalate for Cindy as she receives another piece of damning information.

Meanwhile, Stacey takes advice from Eve and Kat and heads to No.43 to speak to Martin about Ruby.

But she’s surprised to learn that the pair are now living together.

Martin tells Stacey there is nothing between him and Ruby.

But unknowingly offends Stacey in the process.

Elsewhere, Kim Fox and the other market traders get a shock when the wrong calendar arrives.

Later, the residents of Walford gather in the Square for the choir service.

The BBC soap revealed that the legendary character Nigel Bates, played by Paul Bradley, is returning for the 40th anniversary episodes, with top-secret scenes to be filmed over the coming weeks.

Bumbling softie Nigel, stepdad to Clare, first appeared in 1992 and became a popular figure in Walford.

He was close friends with several residents including Dot Cotton and Grant Mitchell.

Fans of EastEnders will remember Nigel for his obsession with flamboyant shirts and his dark curly hair.

He was left devastated following the death of his wife, Debbie, and was last seen in Albert Square in 1998, leaving for Scotland.

The scenes will also feature a huge explosion engulfing the Queen Vic as part of EastEnders’ 40th anniversary.

Several characters will potentially be caught in the blast.

An insider said: “Bosses are keeping tight-lipped on their plans for the anniversary, so as to not spoil anything for viewers.

“But in scenes just filmed they have shot a huge explosion that tears The Vic apart.

“The pub is always central to the drama but this time they are taking it even further with lives expected to be left hanging in the balance.

“The 40th is such an iconic moment in the show’s history, and bosses want to make sure it’s one that viewers are going to remember.”

EastEnders airs Monday to Thursday at 7:30pm on BBC One and is available to stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer.

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Video shop worker Nigel is one of many characters returning for the soap’s 40th anniversary[/caption]

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A huge explosion will rip through the Queen Vic as part of EastEnders’ 40th anniversary episodes, above a fire engulfs the Queen Vic in 2010[/caption]

FANS are gearing up for a thrilling World Darts Championship – and the format for the 2024/25 competition has been revealed!

Luke Humphries overcame teenage sensation Luke Littler to win the prestigious prize at the top of 2024.

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Luke Humphries defeated Luke Littler in the 2023/24 final[/caption]

The World No 1 came back from 4-2 down to beat Littler 7-4 in a best-of-13 leg final.

And whoever makes the 2024/25 final will have to play a similar amount of legs with the format now confirmed.

SunSport can also provide darts lovers with information on how many sets players are set to contest for the previous rounds.

What is the World Darts Championship 2024/25 format?

It will be the best of five sets in the first and second rounds of the tournament.

As the rounds progress, matches go to best of seven, then nine before reaching best of 11.

While the final will be the best of 13 sets.

The 32 highest-ranking darts players have already automatically qualified for the second round.

Here is the full format below:

• Final: Best of 13 sets
• Semi-Final: Best of 11 sets
• Quarter-Final: Best of nine sets
• Fourth Round: Best of seven sets
• Third Round: Best of seven sets
• Second Round: Best of five sets
• First Round: Best of five sets

How to watch

• The 2024/25 World Darts Championship will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports in the UK.
• Fans in the UK can stream the entire action on NOW TV.
• Matches are also available to watch on PDCTV or their worldwide broadcast partners including DAZN and Viaplay.
• SunSport will have a rolling LIVE BLOG that will cover the whole tournament.

Who has won the most World Darts Championships?

Darts legend Phil Taylor has been crowned king of the World Darts Championship a staggering 14 times.

And the English superstar has done it in just 25 appearances.

Dutch icon Michael van Gerwen is next in line with three victories under his belt.

While Gary Anderson, Adrian Lewis, John Part and Peter Wright are all tied on two.

JACOB Gallagher finds himself in a surprising new romance after a series of relationships in Emmerdale, but his mum, Leyla, is sure to cause some drama.

Jacob (Joe-Warren Plant), who has been flying solo since his spring breakup with Victoria Barton (Isabel Hodgins), has been burying himself in his medical studies.

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But this Christmas, sparks fly as Jacob and Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill) get their flirt on, hinting at a new romance just around the corner.

When Jacob’s arranges a date with Sarah, his mum Leyla Harding (Roxy Shahidi) insists he lunch with her.

Sarah is upset having been stood up by Jacob.

Is it deliberate on Leyla’s part?

Jacob apologises to Sarah and the pair organise another date.

Jacob’s starts off the New Year working in A&E, and is super stressed.

Can he cope under the pressure?

Meanwhile, Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) and April Windsor’s (Amelia Flanagan) relationship is on a knife’s edge, as April continues to push boundaries.

Realising his daughter has been trying to buy cannabis, Marlon confronts April but soon April spirals.

When Christmas day arrives, Marlon is in for a shock.

And a happy Kim Tate (Claire King) sets off from the stables on a Christmas Eve ride.

But soon in the fields, Kim’s horse wanders alone, her rider nowhere to be seen.

What has happened to Kim and has Will Taylor (Dean Andrews) gone ahead with his plans? 

Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV1 and is available to stream from 7am on ITVX.

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LEANNE Battersby sets up her ex, Nick Tilsley, for a heinous crime in a twisted act of revenge in Coronation Street.

Returning from Tenerife, Nick (Ben Price) calls at The Bistro and is ushered into the office from Leanne (Jane Danson) who explains there’s a problem with the accounts.

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Going over the figures and discovering a series of payments made to TLH Holdings, he calls the bank to freeze their account.

When Toyah Battersby (Georgia Taylor) arrives for work, excited that Nick is back, her excitement turns to shock when copper Kit Green (Jacob Roberts) arrests her on suspicion of theft and fraud by abuse of trust.

Toyah assures Nick that she’s never stolen a penny from The Bistro, someone has set her up and she reckons that someone is Leanne.

Will Nick believe Toyah?

After sneaking a look inside Nick’s briefcase, Leanne is furious to see a wrapped Christmas present for Toyah.

Leanne calls at the station and shows Craig a pile of presents from Nick to Toyah, making out that they are in it together.

Toyah arrives in The Bistro to help Nick set up for Gail and Jesse’s wedding, explaining that Leanne has lifted her ban for the occasion.

As guests arrive, the police show up and tell Nick and Toyah that they need to ask them some questions on a fraud allegation.

As Kit shows Nick the account from TLH Holdings, Nick assures Kit he’s never seen them before.

At the station, a row with Toyah and Leanne escalates into a fight and Max Turner (Paddy Bever) films it.

Seeking legal advice from Adam and Alya, Nick is advised to do some digging in order to prove that Leanne set him and Toyah up.

Toyah explains to Leanne that they never meant to hurt her, but how will Leanne react?

When Amy accuses Nick of sending flirty texts whilst he was in Tenerife, he decides to scan some CCTV footage and to see that Leanne has two phones. Is Nick close to catching Leanne?

Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30pm on ITV1 and is available to stream from 7am on ITVX.

A WOMAN has been killed in a horror car crash just days before Christmas with blood and “presents everywhere”.

The tragedy unfolded at around 7.45pm last night when a 72-year-old pedestrian was struck on Brewster Street, in Bootle, near Liverpool.

A couple who witnessed the incident said there were “presents everywhere”, reports the Mirror.

It is believed the woman had been out Christmas shopping before the horror.

Emergency services rushed her to hospital where she sadly died a short while later.

A Merseyside Police spokesperson said: “An investigation is underway following a serious road traffic collision in Bootle this evening (Thursday, 12 December).

“Emergency services were called at 7.45pm following a collision between a blue Ford Focus and a 72-year-old woman pedestrian on Brewster Street, near to the Brewster Street Garages.

“The injured woman was taken to hospital, where she sadly died a short time later.

“The driver of the car stopped at the scene.”

Chief Inspector Andy Foster, said: “We are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward. We are also appealing to any motorists who may have dashcam footage to get in touch.

“The woman’s family has been informed and are being supported by officers.”

Anyone who witnessed the collision or captured anything on CCTV or dashcam is asked to contact Serious Collision Investigation Unit on (0151) 777 5747,

Or email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk. Alternatively DM @MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111, quoting reference 820 of 12 December.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year marks a historic moment in 2024 as it features its first-ever all-female presenting line-up.

Here we get to know the three women helping us celebrate this year’s greatest sportspeople and their incredible achievements.

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Alex Scott, Clare Balding and Gabby Logan (left to right) are presenting BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024[/caption]

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Gary Lineker has stepped down from his role presenting the awards ceremony[/caption]

The departure of Gary Lineker from his long-standing role as co-host of BBC Spots Personality of the Year (SPOTY) paved the way for this groundbreaking change.

The trio of Clare Balding, Gabby Logan and Alex Scott represents a blend of experience, expertise and fresh perspectives.

The fresh female line-up promises to make this year’s groundbreaking SPOTY ceremony both engaging and inspirational.

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Clare Balding is known for bring major events to our screens, including Wimbledon[/caption]

Clare Balding, one of the most recognisable faces in British sports journalism, will co-host the BBC SPOTY 2024.

She is an English broadcast journalist, author and former amateur jockey.

Known for her extensive experience covering major sporting events including Royal Ascot, the Olympics and Wimbledon, she has been a staple of the BBC‘s sports coverage three decades.

This year, she brings her expertise and charisma to the awards ceremony, celebrating an exceptional year in sports.

Clare has expressed her excitement about reflecting on a year filled with record-breaking achievements and celebrating athletes who have captivated audiences around the world.

She told the BBC: “It’s been a massive year with Olympics, Paralympics and the men’s European Football Championships.

“There are a huge array of sportsmen and women who have shared the spotlight and it’s a great chance to celebrate their achievements.”

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Gabby Logan, another seasoned presenter, will join Clare as part of the presenting team.

The former gymnast has been a prominent figure in previous editions of SPOTY.

She started presenting for BBC Sport in 2007, going on to regularly feature on Match Of The Day — and has been tipped as Gary Lineker’s replacement on the show.

What I love most though is being able to see the athletes reflect on their achievements again with their family and friends around them

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Gabby is the face of athletics on the Beeb, fronting the Olympics, London Marathon, Commonwealth Games and World Athletics Championships.

She was also a key member of the channel’s presenting team for Euro 2024.

On what she looks forward to most, Gabby said: “Every award is special, from Unsung Hero, which honours those that give back to their local community, to the six main award contenders that have achieved something truly spectacular.

“What I love most though is being able to see the athletes reflect on their achievements again with their family and friends around them.

“Reliving that winning moment with them all is an honour.”

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Alex Scott completes the trio of presenters for this year’s event.

The former professional footballer-turned-broadcaster has quickly become one of the most respected voices in sports media.

Since 2019, Alex has co-hosted Sky Sports’ Goals on Sunday alongside Chris Kamara.

The ex-Arsenal ace was also an integral part of the the BBC’s coverage of Euro 2024, bringing us the action live from Germany.

Alex has also been a regular host on  Soccer Aid, The One Show and Children In Need.

Since joining the SPOTY team in 2020, she has brought us her unique perspective as an elite athlete.

She said: “There has been so much sport this year I don’t know where to begin.

“Manchester City continued to dominate the Premier League, winning it for the fourth time in a row, we had the Champions League final on our doorstep in London and Chelsea just kept on winning in the Women’s Super League, and that before the men’s Euros even kicked off.”

On her favourite moment, she added: “It’s got to be announcing the overall winner.

“It’s such a prestigious award in the world of sport and you can tell how much it means to those that have won it before.

“It’s an emotional moment. Reading out the winning name and handing over the trophy is a highlight of the evening.”

When is BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 and how can I watch it?

• SPOTY will take place on Tuesday, December 17 and be broadcast live from MediaCityUK in Salford.
• The programme starts at 7pm.
• It will be broadcast on BBC One and live streamed on BBC iPlayer.
• Alternatively, SunSport will live blog the whole event.

Who is going to win BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024?

• At the time of writing, Olympic gold medallist Keeely Hodgkinson is the boookies’ clear favourite to win SPOTY.
• The likes of Luke Littler, Mark Cavendish, Helen Glover, Alistair Brownlee and Alex Yee are also said to be in the running.

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested and remanded in custody for allegedly stealing a $10,000 motorbike.

Fremantle will look to bolster their attack in what looms as a crucial AFLW draft for the club in its pursuit of a maiden premiership.

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