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Fox Sports
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox Sports
Israeli-born, Russia-raised Indy 500 pole winner Robert Shwartzman calls for peace around the world
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Israeli-born IndyCar driver Robert Shwartzman used his platform after a stunning pole-winning run for the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday to call for peace both in the nation where he was born and Russia, where he was largely raised and under whose banner he drove until its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Making his debut in the 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,' the 25-year-old Shwartzman's four-lap average of 232.790 mph beat out a host of open-wheel racing's biggest stars to earn the first spot on the starting grid for the May 25 race. Then, he made an impassioned plea for peace in the Middle East, where Israel has been at war with Hamas-led Palestinian groups since 2023, and Eastern Europe, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with top U.S. officials Sunday ahead of a phone call Monday between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin aimed at ending their war. 'I just want peace in the world,' Shwartzman said. 'I want people to be good, and I don't want the separation of countries, saying, 'This is bad country. This is good country.' There is no bad or good. We're all human beings, and we just have to support each other. We need to find ways to, let's say, negotiate things. Find ways to agree on things, you know? Because from my experience, there is always, you know, a gold medal, I'm calling it — like, there's always the right path.' Shwartzman was born in Tel Aviv, Israel, and raised in Saint Petersburg, Russia. He began racing go-karts when he was 4 years old, and eventually, his budding career in motorsports took him to Italy and elsewhere in Europe. He's a former member of the Ferrari Driver Academy and served as a Formula 1 reserve driver until just last year. In November, he was hired by Italy-based Prema Racing as one of two drivers for its nascent IndyCar program. He'd never raced on an oval before arriving at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where speeds can reach up to 240 mph on the straightaways, and he was considered an afterthought to qualify anywhere near the front of the prestigious Indy 500. Shwartzman was surprised by the raucous cheer he received upon winning the pole — and really, the reception he has had among American racing fans throughout the month — given the way he was treated by many fans in Europe. 'Here, I feel really good with the fans. In my couple years in Europe, it was a bit more tense for me, I have to admit,' Shwartzman said. 'Some fans supported me but some were against me. There were very tough moments in my life where I didn't do anything bad. I didn't support anything. I generally support people from my country, but all people with respect, and some people were saying bad things just because of where I was born.' Perhaps those experiences were one of the reasons why Shwartzman was so vocal in asking for peace on Sunday. 'I really hope that at the end of the day, everything's going to be good in the world. It's going to be all calm,' he said. 'From my side, I try to just, you know, represent my country and do my best, let people know that I'm here and that I'm giving it all.' ___ AP auto racing: recommended in this topic
Toronto Star
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Star
Israeli-born, Russia-raised Indy 500 pole winner Robert Shwartzman calls for peace around the world
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Israeli-born IndyCar driver Robert Shwartzman used his platform after a stunning pole-winning run for the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday to call for peace both in the nation where he was born and Russia, where he was largely raised and under whose banner he drove until its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Making his debut in the 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,' the 25-year-old Shwartzman's four-lap average of 232.790 mph beat out a host of open-wheel racing's biggest stars to earn the first spot on the starting grid for the May 25 race.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Israeli-born, Russia-raised Indy 500 pole winner Robert Shwartzman calls for peace around the world
Robert Shwartzman, of Israel, celebrates after winning the pole position during qualifications for the Indianapolis 500 auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Sunday, May 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy) INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Israeli-born IndyCar driver Robert Shwartzman used his platform after a stunning pole-winning run for the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday to call for peace both in the nation where he was born and Russia, where he was largely raised and under whose banner he drove until its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Making his debut in the 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,' the 25-year-old Shwartzman's four-lap average of 232.790 mph beat out a host of open-wheel racing's biggest stars to earn the first spot on the starting grid for the May 25 race. Advertisement Then, he made an impassioned plea for peace in the Middle East, where Israel has been at war with Hamas-led Palestinian groups since 2023, and Eastern Europe, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with top U.S. officials Sunday ahead of a phone call Monday between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin aimed at ending their war. 'I just want peace in the world,' Shwartzman said. 'I want people to be good, and I don't want the separation of countries, saying, 'This is bad country. This is good country.' There is no bad or good. We're all human beings, and we just have to support each other. We need to find ways to, let's say, negotiate things. Find ways to agree on things, you know? Because from my experience, there is always, you know, a gold medal, I'm calling it — like, there's always the right path.' Shwartzman was born in Tel Aviv, Israel, and raised in Saint Petersburg, Russia. He began racing go-karts when he was 4 years old, and eventually, his budding career in motorsports took him to Italy and elsewhere in Europe. He's a former member of the Ferrari Driver Academy and served as a Formula 1 reserve driver until just last year. Advertisement In November, he was hired by Italy-based Prema Racing as one of two drivers for its nascent IndyCar program. He'd never raced on an oval before arriving at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where speeds can reach up to 240 mph on the straightaways, and he was considered an afterthought to qualify anywhere near the front of the prestigious Indy 500. Shwartzman was surprised by the raucous cheer he received upon winning the pole — and really, the reception he has had among American racing fans throughout the month — given the way he was treated by many fans in Europe. 'Here, I feel really good with the fans. In my couple years in Europe, it was a bit more tense for me, I have to admit,' Shwartzman said. 'Some fans supported me but some were against me. There were very tough moments in my life where I didn't do anything bad. I didn't support anything. I generally support people from my country, but all people with respect, and some people were saying bad things just because of where I was born.' Perhaps those experiences were one of the reasons why Shwartzman was so vocal in asking for peace on Sunday. Advertisement 'I really hope that at the end of the day, everything's going to be good in the world. It's going to be all calm,' he said. 'From my side, I try to just, you know, represent my country and do my best, let people know that I'm here and that I'm giving it all.' ___ AP auto racing:
Winnipeg Free Press
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Winnipeg Free Press
Israeli-born, Russia-raised Indy 500 pole winner Robert Shwartzman calls for peace around the world
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Israeli-born IndyCar driver Robert Shwartzman used his platform after a stunning pole-winning run for the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday to call for peace both in the nation where he was born and Russia, where he was largely raised and under whose banner he drove until its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Making his debut in the 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,' the 25-year-old Shwartzman's four-lap average of 232.790 mph beat out a host of open-wheel racing's biggest stars to earn the first spot on the starting grid for the May 25 race. Then, he made an impassioned plea for peace in the Middle East, where Israel has been at war with Hamas-led Palestinian groups since 2023, and Eastern Europe, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with top U.S. officials Sunday ahead of a phone call Monday between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin aimed at ending their war. 'I just want peace in the world,' Shwartzman said. 'I want people to be good, and I don't want the separation of countries, saying, 'This is bad country. This is good country.' There is no bad or good. We're all human beings, and we just have to support each other. We need to find ways to, let's say, negotiate things. Find ways to agree on things, you know? Because from my experience, there is always, you know, a gold medal, I'm calling it — like, there's always the right path.' Shwartzman was born in Tel Aviv, Israel, and raised in Saint Petersburg, Russia. He began racing go-karts when he was 4 years old, and eventually, his budding career in motorsports took him to Italy and elsewhere in Europe. He's a former member of the Ferrari Driver Academy and served as a Formula 1 reserve driver until just last year. In November, he was hired by Italy-based Prema Racing as one of two drivers for its nascent IndyCar program. He'd never raced on an oval before arriving at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where speeds can reach up to 240 mph on the straightaways, and he was considered an afterthought to qualify anywhere near the front of the prestigious Indy 500. Shwartzman was surprised by the raucous cheer he received upon winning the pole — and really, the reception he has had among American racing fans throughout the month — given the way he was treated by many fans in Europe. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. 'Here, I feel really good with the fans. In my couple years in Europe, it was a bit more tense for me, I have to admit,' Shwartzman said. 'Some fans supported me but some were against me. There were very tough moments in my life where I didn't do anything bad. I didn't support anything. I generally support people from my country, but all people with respect, and some people were saying bad things just because of where I was born.' Perhaps those experiences were one of the reasons why Shwartzman was so vocal in asking for peace on Sunday. 'I really hope that at the end of the day, everything's going to be good in the world. It's going to be all calm,' he said. 'From my side, I try to just, you know, represent my country and do my best, let people know that I'm here and that I'm giving it all.' ___ AP auto racing:
Wales Online
16-05-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
The UK's top 100 richest people in 2025
The UK's top 100 richest people in 2025 The Sunday Times Rich List has been released today and for once, the rich are getting poorer Ed Sheeran is one of the richest young people aged under 40 in the UK (Image: PA ) The Sunday Times Rich List for 2025 has been unveiled today on May 16 unveiling the fortunes of the nation's wealthiest people. This year's list has seen the most significant drop in billionaire numbers in its 37-year history. The list comprises 350 individuals, with the entry threshold stagnating at £350m, indicating a decline in billionaires for the third consecutive year. The UK's 350 richest people, as per the list, have an astonishing combined wealth of £7772.8bn. Among the 350 are notable figures such as Sir Christopher Nolan, Sir Mick Jagger and Sir Elton John, to name but a few. Despite a dip in their wealth, the Hinduja family, behind the Indian conglomerate Hinduja Group, have topped the Sunday Times Rich List for the fourth year running. Gopi Hinduja and his family have amassed a fortune of £35.3bn. According to the latest Sunday Times rich list, in Wales, the richest person is a venture capitalist worth £4.4bn. To make the top five, you would need a fortune of more than £20bn. The wealthiest is Indian-British industrialist Gopi Hinduja, whose family empire grew from his father's textile and trading business and is now valued at £35.3bn. He's followed by the property, private equity and venture capital billionaires Simon and David Reuben, brothers valued at a combined £26.78bn. Also in the top five is Sir Leonard Blavatnik, a Ukraine-born oligarch who made his fortune in the privatisation of aluminium and oil assets after the collapse of the Soviet Union. His wealth is estimated at £25.73bn. Sir James Dyson, the inventor and designer whose bagless vacuum cleaner transformed the household cleaning industry, is in fourth with a £20.8bn fortune. And Israeli-born Idan Ofer rounds out the top five thanks to his investments in car manufacturing and energy giving him a fortune of £20.12bn. Gareth Bale has dropped out of the under 40 Rich List. Only one Welsh person made the youth list, the internet retail sports entrepreneur Alex Loven. Others who did make it include singer Dua Lipa with an estimated wealth of £115m, Harry Styles, worth £225m, and Ed Sheeran with £370m. Article continues below (Image: Variety via Getty Images ) Overall, the UK's billionaire population has decreased from 165 to 156 this year. Robert Watts, who orchestrates the Sunday Times Rich List, said: "The Sunday Times Rich List is changing. Our billionaire count is down and the combined wealth of those who feature in our research is falling. "We are also finding fewer of the world's super rich are coming to live in the UK." Watts also observed a significant backlash against Rachel Reeves' Treasury department. "This year we were also struck by the strength of criticism for Rachel Reeves's Treasury. We expected the abolition of non-dom status would anger affluent people from overseas. "But homegrown young tech entrepreneurs and those running centuries-old family firms are also warning of serious consequences to a range of tax changes unveiled in last October's budget. King Charles has seen a rise in his own wealth to make him wealthier than his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The late Queen was said to be worth £370m in 2022 compared to Charles' current fortune of £640m. King Charles III and Queen Camilla laugh during a reception to mark the launch of the Queen's reading room medal at Clarence House (Image: Getty Images ) Home Bargains billionaire Tom Morris remains the wealthiest Liverpudlian ever, according to the the Liverpool Echo, with a wealth of £6.99bn, placing him 26th in the UK. The discount chain Home Bargains, which has brought the Morris family their fortune, started with a single store - originally named Home and Bargain - which opened in Old Swan in 1976. It was founded by then-21 year old Tom, the son of a Scotland Road shopkeeper. Here's an excerpt from the illustrious top 100 wealthiest individuals in the UK:. The top 100 richest people in the UK and their net worth:. 1. Gopi Hinduja and family - £35.3 billion. 2. David and Simon Reuben and family - £26.87 billion. 3. Sir Leonard Blavatnik - £25.73 billion. 4. Sir James Dyson and family - £20.8 billion. 5. Idan Ofer - £20.12 billion. 6. Guy, George, Alannah and Galen Weston and family - £17.75 billion. 7. Sir Jim Ratcliffe - £17.05 billion. 8. Lakshmi Mittal and family - £15.44 billion. 9. John Fredriksen and family - £13.68 billion. 10. Igor and Dmitry Bukhman - £12.54 billion. 11. Kirsten and Jorn Rausing - £12.51 billion. 12. Michael Platt - £12.5 billion. 13. Charlene de Carvalho-Heineken and Michel de Carvalho - £10.09 billion. 14. Duke of Westminster and the Grosvenor family - £9.88 billion. 15. Lord Bamford and family - £9.45 billion. 16. Denise, John and Peter Coates - £9.44 billion. 17. Carrie and Francois Perrodo and family - £9.3 billion. 18. Barnaby and Merlin Swire and family - £9.25 billion. 19. Marit, Lisbet, Sigrid and Hans Rausing - £9.09 billion. 20. Alex Gerko - £8.75 billion. 21. Sir Chris Hohn - £8.145bn. 22. Daniel Kretinsky - £7.79bn. 23. Anders Holch Povlsen - £7.704bn. 24. Moshe Kantor - £7.661bn. 25. Anil Agarwal - £7.5bn. 26. Tom Morris and family - £6.989bn. 27. Nik Storonsky - £6.978bn. 28. Stephen Rubin and family - 6.661bn. 29. Glenn Gordon and family - £6.398bn. 30. Earl Cadogan and family - £6.139bn. 31. Sri Prakash Lohia - £6.028bn. 32. Zuber and Mohsin Issa - £6bn. 33. Joe Lewis - £5.774bn. 34. Ian and Richard Livingstone - £5.732bn. 35. Hilton Schlosberg - £5.457bn. 36. Andy Currie - £5.338bn. 37. John Reece - £5.316bn. 38. Mark Scheinberg - £5.081bn. 39. Teddy Sagi - £5bn. 40. Sir Michael Moritz and Harriet Heyman - £4.435bn. 41. Guillaume Pousaz - £4.429bn. 42. Johan Eliasch - £4bn. 43. Leonie Schroder and family - £3.933bn. 44. Laurence and Francois Graff - £3.65bn. 45. Eddie and Sol Zakay - £3.6bn. 46. Ben and Adam Keswick and family - £3.466bn. 47. Mark Pears and family - £3.451bn. 48. Navin and Varsha Engineer - £3.45bn. 49. Baron Howard de Walden and family - £3.244bn. 50. Alan Parker and family - £3.24bn. 51. Yakir Gabay - £3.226bn. 52. Mike Ashley - £3.12bn. 53. John Bloor - £3.101bn. 54. Stephen Fitzpatrick - £3.073bn. 55. Sammy Tak Lee and family - £3.065bn. 56. Clive Calder - £3bn. 57. Fred and Peter Done - £2.915bn. 58. Alki David and the Leventis family - £2.898bn. 59. Bernard Lewis and family - £2.724bn. 60. Sir Anwar Pervez and family - £2.715bn. 61. Alejandro Santo Domingo and Lady Charlotte Wellesley - £2.661bn. 62. Inna Gudavadze - £2.65bn. 62. The Lazari family - £2.65bn. 64. John Christodoulou - £2.6bn. 64. Chris and Sarah Dawson - £2.6bn. 64. Benzion Freshwater and family - £2.6bn. 64. Sir Dennis and Lady Gillings - £2.6bn. 64. Chris Rokos - £2.6bn. 69. Simon, Bobby and Robin Arora - £2.578bn. 70. Geoffrey Warren - £2.552bn. 71. Alan Howard - £2.5bn. 72. Sir Richard Branson and family - £2.419bn. 73. Peter Hargreaves - £2.3bn. 74. Farhad Moshiri - £2.258bn. 75. Sunder Genomal and family - £2.25bn. 76. John Gore - £2.181bn. 77. Henry Moser - £2.155bn. 78. Georg and Emily von Opel - £2.083bn. 79. Jim and Sally Thompson - £2.016bn. 80. Lord Hintze - £2.002bn. 81. Bernie Ecclestone and family - £2bn. 81. Lord Paul and family - £2bn. 81. John Whittaker and family - £2bn. 84. Jasminder Singh and family - £1.981bn. 85. Wafic Said - £1.973bn. 86. Simon Nixon - £1.95bn. 87. Jean-François Decaux and family - £1.922bn. 88. Sir Ian Wood and family - £1.914bn. 89. Tony Langley - £1.9bn. 89. Viscount Portman and family - £1.9bn. 91. Henri Beaufour - £1.844bn. 92. Mark and Lindy O'Hare - £1.836bn. 93. Sir Will Adderley and family - £1.805bn. 94. Peter Harris and family - £1.791bn. 95. Jonas and Mathias Kamprad - £1.774bn. 96. Kristo Kaarmann - £1.741bn. 97. Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and family - £1.707bn. Article continues below 98. James and John Martin and family - £1.699bn. 99. Andrey Andreev - £1.694bn. 100. Michael Flacks - £1.681bn.
