Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says that he expects to see an ‘earthquake’ in Formula 1 as a result of the new rules and regulations coming ito effect in 2022. The changes had originally been planned to the introduced in 2021, but the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic led to teams and the FIA agreeing on a one year delay. As a result the forthcoming season will see only minor changes, and teams are expected to run modified versions of last year’s cars as they target their development work on next year’s radical overhaul. Read also: Wolff says Mercedes success with Hamilton not ‘one dimensional’ Even so, Wolff said that…

Loewe has launched a whimsical collection in collaboration with Japanese film studio Studio Ghibli featuring characters and fantasy landscapes from the cult classic film, My Neighbor Totoro. The Spanish fashion house, headed up by creative director Jonathan Anderson, explains that the collaboration was born out of “mutual love of craft and artisanal techniques, expressed in our respective languages”. The collection celebrates the poetry and immediacy of My Neighbor Totoro and the story of Mei and Satsuki’s friendship with the magical Totoro and his cohorts, the mischievous dust bunnies, who can’t be seen by adults but only by the children who love them. “The process of collaborating with Studio Ghibli, which…

CM Punk revealed plans for his scheduled promo tonight on Raw during an appearance this morning on WXIN 59. Punk, who is advertised to kick off tonight’s Raw with a speech, revealed that he’ll be talking about John Cena, Triple H and Vince McMahon. He says it’s a can’t-miss promo, and since he’s in a “crabby mood” due to having to wake up early for this morning’s television appearance, he plans to unleash on his colleagues. “You probably want to be there tonight. It’s probably one of those moments you won’t forget,” Punk said. He also discussed his current feud with John Cena and stated that he does not dislike…

Click:chinese lantern film prop Dave Prazak, Shimmer Women Athletes’ top official, has released a statement in response to speculation raised online concerning the health and well being of Daizee Haze, who reigns as one half of the organization’s tag team champions. The indy standout’s health has drawn great concern as she appeared alarmingly skinny at last week’s CHIKARA event in Philadelphia, even garnering “eat a sandwich” chants from fans. The SHIMMER founder feels “it’s a shame” that people are focusing on Haze’s physical appearance rather than her stellar grappling performances as of late, citing SHIMMER Volume 37 and SHIMMER Volume 40. He remarked the following on the women wrestling’s league’s…

Lisa Wright, who is the program director of the national non-profit organization Council for Unity, wrote a letter to the Be A Star Alliance questioning their affiliation with WWE after receiving an e-mail concerning the “fat jokes” being directed towards performer Vickie Guerrero on television. She asks how the anti-bullying organization’s partnership with WWE fits their mission to show tolerance and respect since professional wrestling consists of name calling and threats culminating in violence. Her statement reads: “I recently received an e-mail regarding your alliance with the WWE. The e-mail pointed out the “fat jokes” about Vickie Guerrero. Wrestling as I perceive it consists of name calling and threats culminating…

Ric Flair is suing the website who wrote a scathing exposé story earlier this week about the personal and financial hardships he’s put himself and his family through over the past 20 years. Despite the fact that most of the article’s facts were pulled straight from court documents the countless lawsuits that Flair’s been involved in (ex-wives, business associates, horrified flight attendants), Flair claims the Grantland.com investigative piece written by Shane Ryan falsely states that he suffers from Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy — a disease caused by years of alcohol abuse which often leads to heart failure. The following statement was released by Flair’s representatives, Legacy Talent and Entertainment: “Mr. Fliehr has…

A WWE Tag Team Championship Match pitting Kofi Kingston and Evan Bourne against The Miz and R-Truth was announced last night on Raw for Night of Champions. Kelly Kelly vs. Beth Phoenix in a Divas Championship Match was also added to the card. Meanwhile the CM Punk vs. Triple H bout was made into a No Disqualification Match. It was also stipulated that Triple H will be fired as Chief Operating Officer if Punk wins. Night of Champions takes place September 18 at the First Niagara Center in Buffalo, New York. WWE Championship Match Alberto Del Rio (c) vs. John Cena No Disqualification Match CM Punk vs. Triple H WWE…

On Twitter, Matt Morgan noted being asked by a fan if Sarita was legitimately stricken with facial paralysis after reading online that it may not be true. “The Blueprint” adamantly says her health issue was legitimate, but only temporary. “Fan asks me if Sarita “really had partial facial paralysis”, I asked why would he ask this. Answer? He READ IT ONLINE it may be not true! RU serious? Let me clear THAT crap up,” Morgan wrote. “Not only was Sarita’s face partially TEMPORARILY paralyzed, but fact she STILL didn’t miss a beat makes her one if, if not THE, toughest woman wrestler (or guy) that I’ve ever worked with! That…

— Orlando Jordan has launched a page on Facebook—The Haus of Jordan. The page can be accessed here. — Smith Hart announced on Twitter that Al Snow will be appearing at the relaunch of Stampede Wrestling in Barrie, Ontario on November 6. — Shannon Spruill (a/k/a Daffney), who was arrested on July 19, 2011 in Hillsborough County, Florida for driving under the influence with property damage, plead no contest during a court hearing in Plant City, Florida earlier this week. The judge ordered her to attend DUI school while placing her on twelve months probation. She must also pay damages and costs of $1,080. Meanwhile, Mick Foley praised the former…

— TNA Wrestling has announced live events for DAecember 29 in Albany, New York and December 30 in Poughkeepsie, New York at the Mid-Hudson Civic Center. Kurt Angle, Jeff Hardy, Jeff Jarrett, James Storm and Robert Roode have been announced for both shows. — TNA Knockouts Tag Team Champions Tara is advertised to wrestle for FWE Wrestling on Saturday, November 5 in a match against Jackie Haas. The event takes place at 3 Legged Dog Studios in Downtown Manhattan. Visit www.fwewrestling.com for more information. — Velvet Sky is offering custom professional photoshoots through TNA photographer Lee South. Those interested pick the theme and outfit style with an option to purchase…