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The future of Ron Dennis at McLaren remains unclear as the battle for control of the Formula 1 team and automotive group continues to rage. Although Sky Sports understands Dennis remains McLaren chief executive officer and group chairman, Bernie Ecclestone has told reporters at the Brazilian GP that Dennis lost a High Court case on Friday to prevent him being sidelined.There was a court case yesterday, Ecclestone said. He wanted to overturn what happened and he lost the case unfortunately. It is a pity. We dont want to lose Ron. Dennis fighting for McLaren futureSky News revealed on Friday that Dennis had attempted to win an injunction against a move to place him on gardening leave until his contract expires in mid-January.It is understood McLarens major shareholders do not want Dennis to continue in his role of chief executive with a senior insider describing the situation as a bloodbath.I dont think anyone here knows what is going on, admitted Jenson Button. In order to stave off inevitable questions about the situation at the team during McLarens regular post-qualifying press conference at Interlagos, racing director Eric Boullier addressed the media to state: Obviously there has been a few rumours around our team this weekend, especially the shareholders and about McLaren Technology Group.We will not answer any questions about this and not comment on these rumours. As far as we are concerned Ron Dennis is still the chairman and the group CEO today.Whats happening at McLaren?Dennis, who owns 25 per cent of the McLaren Technology Group, has been trying to buy back control with a Chinese consortium but the companys majority shareholders, the Bahraini sovereign wealth fund and Saudi businessman Mansour Ojjeh, do not want to sell. Sky sources revealed on Friday the consortium of Chinese investors had tabled a £1.65bn takeover bid which was rejected.According to Sky News, Dennis presented the offer for McLaren from a group of unidentified investors ‎last week, a move which prompted his fellow shareholders to launch a plot to oust him as chief executive. Mr McLarens future in doubtDennis, 69, is the architect of the modern McLaren and during his tenure as team principal, between 1981 and 2009 won 10 Drivers and seven Constructors Championships.After handing over the reins to Martin Whitmarsh following Lewis Hamiltons 2008 title win, Dennis returned as CEO in 2014 and oversaw a management restructure which resulted in the departure of his successor.He has also overseen the successful launch of a sportscar arm and the diversification of McLaren into a wider technology company.However, reports of tension between Dennis and his fellow shareholders have lingered for several years. The Englishman, however, insisted in an interview with Sky F1s Martin Brundle last month he had no intention of retiring yet.Can Nico Rosberg clinch the title at Interlagos? Watch the Brazilian GP live on Sky Sports F1 on Sunday, the race begins at 4pm; Watch the whole race weekend with a NOW TV week pass - £10.99, no contract Also See: Dennis fighting for McLaren future Sky News: McLaren bid rejected The Formula 1 Gossip column Get a Sky Sports weekend pass Custom Toronto Blue Jays Jerseys . But history aside, theyre still happy to participate in the Par 3 contest, traditionally held on the day prior to the first round of the Masters. Stitched Blue Jays Jerseys . 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Sam Vokes scored the only goal of the game in the 61st minute as the Clarets ensured they will finish in the top two in the Championship this season.Dyche has been in charge of the club since 2012, overseeing their promotion to the top flight in 2013/14, their relegation the following year and a 22-game unbeaten this season from Boxing Day. Two years ago, we went under the radar, he told Sky Sports. This year we have gone 22 games unbeaten and won promotion. That is unbelievable.Ian Holloway once said we had a strong jaw. He meant it as a compliment. We dont think we are the real deal, not at all, but were a real group of people. Highlights from Burnleys win over QPR The result counted today. We know we are miles better than the performance, but the resilience and work ethic was on show again today.While Dyche was content for his players to mark the occasion in style, he planned to recreate his modest celebration from the previous promotion campaign.It feels fantastic, said the Burrnley boss to reporters.dddddddddddd Its marvellous. But Ill be in the car later, driving down the M6 with my kids and my wife, he said.Ill probably grab a coffee like I normally do. Two years ago, people were staring at me like is he really in here getting a coffee?, but I am normal, I do have a life, and thats what Ill be doing.The lads will get a couple of days off, no mistake, and if they have a couple of drams they deserve it. Burnley celebrate promotion after beating QPR. (Mark Robinson/Sky Bet) But come Thursday, or Wednesday, theyll be ready to train. Weve got a chance to win the title now and we must be ready to take it.There were joyous celebrations at Turf Moor, with fans pouring on to the pitch while Dyche and his charges took in the moment with their families.But the manager was eager to stress that promotion was only one part of the seasons aims. Having finished second to Leicester in 2013/14, his eyes are firmly on lifting the Championship trophy.Well be focused on Saturday (against Charlton) I can assure you. We were runners-up last time dont forget, Dyche added.So we want to win it. That will be the focus. Well go and win it, thats our job. Lets enjoy it now because this is another part of history for this club and history runs deep here.While Dyche is enjoying promotion again, it is a first for Vokes, who missed the end of the last promotion campaign and much of the season in the top flight due to injury.Its magic, its a great feeling, he said. I missed out last time and was gutted, but I get another chance now. 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