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Greenwood bags brace as Man Utd sink Burnley Verstappen wins at after Hamilton blunder Livin’ on a prayer: Champion Max Verstappen wins Emilia Romagna Grand Prix thriller as recovers to beat Lando Norris to second

World champion Pakistan Quran reader in full voice Mason Greenwood shoots to score recovers• from slide BETTER AFP | London to finish second Hassan Ali Kasi was recently named champion of an international online qari competition hosted by Afghanistan anchester United moved AFP | Imola KNOW Mwithin eight points of 15 Premier League leaders Man- goals have been scored Ali Kasi was tutored chester City as Mason Green- by Mason Greenwood ax Verstappen kept his • wood’s double inspired a 3-1 to become the joint-top cool to claim a chaot- A high-speed crash in the Quran by his win over Burnley, while Ed- scoring teenager in Mic rain-hit Emilia Ro- involving Mercedes’ father, and his recitation die Nketiah’s last-gasp goal Premier League history magna Grand Prix yesterday as Valtteri Bottas and skills quickly earned gave Arsenal a 1-1 draw against for Manchester United, seven-time cham- George Russell in a struggling Fulham yesterday. level with Wayne Rooney pion Lewis Hamilton recovered Williams forced the him recognition at Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side from a rare mistake to sneak in national level are unlikely to catch City, but Solskjaer’s reign. second. race to be red-flagged Max Verstappen (centre) overtakes Lewis Hamilton in the wet on lap one of the Greenwood’s late winner puts They face Roma in the Eu- Red Bull driver Verstappen as debris was cleared Emilia Romagna F1 Grand Prix Boys who complete a little pressure on their bitter ropa League semi-finals after muscled past pole sitter Hamil- off the their• studies can go on rivals with six games left. easing past Granada in the ton on the first corner at Imola ting in the fastest lap yesterday rendition of the Italian national Greenwood had opened the quarter-final second leg on to set up his impressive first win Hamilton leads Verstappen by a anthem. As the last note faded, to become teachers or scoring early in the second half Thursday. United were beat- of the season. mere point - 44 to 43 - ahead of the Italian AirForce’s Arrows shaken as their wrecked cars lead prayers at mosques at Old Trafford before James en in three of their opening “I surprised myself. We the next squadron executed an immac- were lifted off the track. around the world Tarkowski equalised moments six league matches this season worked really hard to make that time out. ulate and deafening flyby over Russell was furious, remon- later. but have lost only one of their better. In these tricky condi- Drama in the race itself the circuit. strating with Bottas before the AFP | Islamabad Greenwood’s second made subsequent 26. tions we did a great job,” the had been on the cards as rain Once racing got underway Finn had even got out of his car, him the joint-top scoring teen- Amid talk of United being delighted Dutch driver said. drenched the Autodromo Enzo Verstappen’s silky smooth geta- slapping his helmet. o master the art of Quran ager in Premier League history one of six Premier League Lando Norris in a McLaren e Dino in the run up to way proved decisive, the Dutch- The air was filled with recitation, 21-year-old for United, level with Wayne teams who have agreed to join took third ahead of Charles Le- lights out, sparking mayhem. man leading out of the first four-letter expletives as the pair Hassan Ali Kasi had to Rooney on 15 goals. a proposed European Super clerc for Ferrari at the F1’ giant’s Aston Martin mechanics had corner, more or less untouched let off steam. T Edinson Cavani grabbed the League that would replace the ‘home’ track close to their Mar- to scramble to douse flames from here to the chequered flag Once back in the pits Rus - follow a strict regime of yoga, hours of rehearsing vocal scales Hassan Ali Kasi, a qari or professional reciter of the Quran, practices yoga as third goal in stoppage-time as Premier League, Solskjaer’s renello HQ. on the rear brakes of Lance by the mayhem in his wake. sell tweeted: “Thanks for all -- and a total ban on biryani. part of his training regime in Islamabad second placed United won six team looked far from elite in a The outcome of a compelling Stroll’s car, their counterparts at A high-speed crash concern- the messages. I’m fine, just dis- His dedication is paying off, consecutive Premier League scrappy first half. second leg of the Formula One Mercedes got to work repairing ing Bottas and George Russell appointed.” and he was recently named He was tutored in the Quran games for the first time since They were fortunate not to season confirmed Verstappen’s a puncture on Valtteri Bottas’ in a Williams forced the race The red flags appeared a lap champion of an international by his father, and his recitation January 2019. fall behind in the opening min- stature as a formidable obsta- car, as ’s Alpine to be red-flagged as debris was after an uncharacteristic slip- online qari competition hosted skills quickly earned him rec- Although they have proba- ute when Chris Wood’s head- cle to Hamilton’s quest for an underwent a nose job after the cleared off the old Imola circuit. up from Hamilton saw the bly left it too late to overhaul er was disallowed for offside unprecedented eighth drivers’ two-time former champion hit Mercedes world champion hur- by Afghanistan, where he was ognition at national level where A qari should be Red flags up against men from 25 other he won numerous awards before able to recite for City, United are on course for after keeper Dean Henderson crown. a wall. tle off the circuit into a gravel countries. x Hassan Ali Kasi, a qari or professional reciter of the Quran, practices yoga as part of his training regime in Islamabad making it onto the international a minimum of 50 a second place finish and could failed to reach Matt Lowton’s After winning the sea - Drivers then stood under The pair collided at over pit when placed second on a Revered in Pakistan, qa - stage. seconds without still win the first silverware of cross. son-opener in Bahrain and put- umbrellas during a passionate 300kmh on lap 34, both drivers treacherous rain-hit track. ris are professional reciters of from the top of mosques five with breath control, and vocal Kasi, an Islamic Studies student the Quran, called upon to lead times a day. exercises to strengthen his voice. at a university in the capital. ‘The voice is a gift from God’ taking a breath. prayers at mosques and also to Recitations during competi- “A qari should be able to recite “The throat is very sensitive, Many qaris emerge after be- The throat is very teach the Muslim holy book to tions can last for 15 minutes, so for a minimum of 50 seconds a qari should avoid cold water ing taught at religious schools sensitive, a qari Skater Martinez seeks help for Winter Olympics students. Ali Kasi practises yoga to help without taking a breath,” said Ali and fatty food as it produces known as madrassas, where should avoid cold Casimero faces Cuban legend Rigondeaux TDT | Manama They are in particularly high too much mucus, which causes young boys are taught to mem- water and fatty food TDT | Manila demand during Ramadan, the abrasion when you touch high orise the Quran -- often with lit- as it produces too Muslim holy month of fasting notes,” he cautioned. tle understanding of the Arabic ilipino figure skater and much mucus, which ilipino Johnriel Casime- Winter Olympian Michael currently being observed around language and also at the expense causes abrasion when F the world. of other subjects. Fro will have his hands full Christian Martinez is officially “It was a job of the prophets,” Boys who complete their stud- you touch high notes when he goes up against future back on ice but he badly needs Ali Kasi told AFP in the capital, ies can go on to become teach- HASSAN ALI KASI Hall of Famer, Cuban legend help. Islamabad. ers or lead prayers at mosques Guillermo Rigondeaux, in a The 24-year-old athlete and “One of the very first elements around the world -- even if they unification fight on August 14. the country’s lone two-time of preaching was recitation. It is KNOW WHAT earn little money from it. ers are now teaching the Quran The fast-rising star Casime- Winter Olympian is bidding as old as Islam.” “One has to be meticulous - online to Pakistanis living over- ro will put his World Boxing to qualify for the 2022 Winter Qaris require perfect Arabic ly hardworking,” said Abdul seas in Europe or America. Organization (WBO) 118-pound Olympics set from February 4 pronunciation, a difficult feat Qudus, from the Wafaq-ul-Ma- Ali Kasi, who spends hours bantamweight title on the line to 20 in Beijing, China. in Pakistan where Urdu is the Qaris require perfect daris al-Arabia, the country’s practising verses ahead of com- and Rigondeaux his World Box- He is currently launching a national language. Arabic pronuncia- largest group of madrassas. petitions, said quality teachers ing Association (WBA) regu- Casimero’s skills and bravado will be tested against Rigondeaux fund-raising drive to support Martinez hopes to make the Philippines proud again A finesse of rhythm and into- tion, a difficult feat “The voice is a gift from God, were the key to his winning lar belt. The venue will be an- tember last year, marking his his campaign and make his The post was also verified nation produces the slow, me- in Pakistan where but one has to polish it.” voice. nounced later. first fight amid the COVID-19 third appearance in the prestig- by the figure skating star as he lodic sound similar to the dis- He said hundreds of prayer “When you follow a good qari, The fight has finally mate- pandemic on a high note. ious quadrennial competition. reposted it in his Instagram Hassan Ali Kasi, a qari or professional reciter of the Quran, recites verses from Urdu is the national The Filipino figure skating tinctive adhan, or call to prayer, language leaders in the Middle East are you can spread your voice across rialized after reports surfaced Here it is, bosses. Rigondeaux last saw action I am humbly reaching stories. delivered through loudspeakers the Muslim holy book in Islamabad madrassa graduates, while oth- the world,” he said. that the two have mutually ex- in February last year, scoring a star admits he currently needs Martinez made history as the pressed their desire to clash in A really big fish. split decision victory over Libo- financial support “to help out out to you to join me first Southeast Asian to com- the ring. Hopefully, my haters rio Solis of Venezuela to climb with the training expenses.” on my journey towards pete in the Winter Olympics Rigondeaux called out will appreciate it. at 20-1 slate with 13 KOs Martinez, who took a break the 2022 Winter during the 2014 Sochi Games. Casimero in December and the Watch out for it His lone defeat came from from the sport in the last cou- Olympics and bring He currently trains with Rus- Ramadan cooking three-division world champion former Ukrainian champion ple of years, said he’s “officially sian coach and former Winter Berber Skillet Bread JOHNRIEL CASIMERO recognition once again readily accepted. Vasyl Lomachenko in Decem- back on ice”. to the Philippines Olympian Nikolai Morozov, Ingredients Method twice. Add 1 cup warm water and process for 15 to 20 The 32-year-old Casime- Events Center in Las Vegas, but ber 2017. “My team and I have organ- who has mentored some of the MICHAEL CHRISTIAN MARTINEZ For the garlic starter seconds to knead. Let rest 10 minutes. Pulsing food ro knows if he gets past the that card was cancelled due to In Rigondeaux, the hard-hit- ised a fundraising campaign best figure skaters in the world 2/3 cup (104 grams) plus 1/2 cup For the garlic starter processor, trickle in another 1/4 cup water. Sprinkle a 40-year-old Rigondeaux, Naoya the COVID-19 pandemic. ting Casimero will encounter a called MICHAEL MARTINEZ – championships and Olympics. (70 grams) regular semolina flour Make the starter: In a glass or ceramic bowl, com- work surface with flour and turn dough onto it. Cover Inoue of Japan has no excuses “Here it is, bosses. A really highly skilled but aged cham- Road to 2022 Winter Olympics first Southeast Asian to win a Only 17 years old during his (pasta flour) bine 2/3 cup semolina flour with the all-purpose flour. with an upside-down bowl for 10 minutes. Cut 4 1-foot left to avoid him. big fish. Hopefully, my haters pion. to help out with the training Winter Olympics medal. historic 2014 Sochi Games stint, 3/4 cup (85 grams) all-purpose flour Gradually stir in 3/4 cup water to make a wet dough. squares of waxed or parchment paper and sprinkle Casimero, who owns a 30-4 will appreciate it. Watch out for The left-handed Rigondeaux expenses for the reason that I “Figure skating is a very Martinez – who learned how to 2 garlic cloves, peeled Mix in garlic, cover, wrap in a towel and leave in a with flour. Divide dough in four and put each piece record on top of 21 KOs, has it,” Casimero posted on social (20-1, 13 KOs, 1 NC) will end an currently don’t have sponsors expensive sport,” wrote Viz, skate in a shopping mall – was For the bread warm place, like an unheated oven, for a day. on a piece of a floured paper, turning to coat. Press been calling out Inoue, the uni- media. 18-month layoff. He outpointed yet,” Martinez wrote in a Face- noting that they’re spending also the youngest figure skater 2 2/3 cups (400 grams) extra-fine Uncover the starter, add 1/4 cup water and the re- each into an 8-inch circle. Cover with kitchen towels fied IBF and WBA super champi- Casimero has made it known Solis (30-6-1, 14 KOs, 1 NC) by book post. around $13,000-$16,000 a then in the male event. semolina flour maining 1/2 cup semolina flour, and mix. Cover, wrap and let rise 1 hour. and adjust the heat so that the bread sizzles gently. on, several times but it has not that he is very confident that split decision, a 12-round title “So I am humbly reaching out month for coaching, ice rental, In the 2018 Pyeongchang 1/2 teaspoon (1 1/2 grams) dry yeast in a towel, and leave for 12 to 24 hours. The starter will When it is browned and blistered on the bottom, about transpired yet due to various he would emerge victorious fight last year at PPL Center in to you to join me on my journey doctor and chiropractor, athlet- Winter Olympics, the Muntin- 2 1/2 teaspoons (15 grams) fine salt get a crusty top and blossom underneath. Scoop out For the bread 5 minutes, flip the bread out onto a plate, then slide it reasons. if the fight comes to fruition. Allentown, Pennsylvania. towards the 2022 Winter Olym- ic training supplies, medication, lupa native ended his Winter 1/3 cup (52 grams) regular semolina 1/2 cup starter and discard the rest, including garlic When ready to cook, gently flatten each disk, then back into the pan to cook the other side. Cook about 2 The Casimero-Inoue bout He wants to retire the Cuban Casimero, a three-division pics and bring recognition once accommodation, food, among Olympics campaign with a flour or all-purpose flour, for han- cloves (otherwise, as it continues to ferment, the smell prick the tops all over with a fork. Heat an 8- or 10- minutes, shaking the skillet often to prevent sticking. was reset twice as Hall of Fame fighter. champion, has won six straight again to the Philippines.” others. score of 55.56, recording 26.04 dling the dough would drive you out of your home). inch nonstick skillet or griddle (or two, if you have When browned, firm and fragrant, slide onto a platter promoter and Top Rank chief The Filipino will come into bouts by knockout since fel - A member of his team, Geof- Viz added that Martinez – points in the technical elements Moroccan Almond-Argan Butter, for Make the bread: In a food processor fitted with the them) over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the pan’s and serve immediately, or cover with a towel to keep Bob Arum eventually matched the fight riding high on crest low Filipino Jonas Sultan (16- fried Viz, created a GoFundMe who competed in his second and 29.52 points for the pres- serving metal blade, combine extra-fine semolina flour, the surface with flour, then pick up a dough round and warm while you cook the remaining breads. Serve up Inoue against Jason Molo- of a six-match win streak with 5, 10 KOs) defeated him by drive with a goal of reaching Olympics in the 2018 Pyeong- entation with zero deductions. 1/2 cup of starter, the yeast and salt. Pulse once or flip it into the pan, paper side up. Peel off the paper with Moroccan almond-argan butter. ney of Australia. the latest coming from a tech- unanimous decision in their $50,000 to help Martinez sus- Chang Games – struggled to He failed to advance to the free They were supposed to meet nical knockout victory against 12-rounder in 2017 in Cebu City, tain his training expenses in the find more sponsors due to the skate round after finishing 28th last April 25 at Mandalay Bay Ghanaian Duke Micah in Sep- Philippines. US as he targets to become the COVID-19 pandemic. out of 30 participants.