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    Ryan Garcia arrested for vandalism in LA with shirtless boxer seen being led out of Beverly Hills hotel wearing a helmet

    RYAN GARCIA has been arrested for felony vandalism at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Los Angeles, according to reports.The American boxer, 25, was already at the centre of controversy having returned a positive drug test in the wake of his win over Devin Haney in April.Ryan Garcia was reportedly arrested for felony vandalism at a hotel in Los AngelesGarcia has had a turbulent few months outside the ringCredit: GettyGarcia was arrested for allegedly vandalising the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills, aboveCredit: TRIP ADVISORAccording to TMZ, things have now escalated even further for Garcia outside the ring as he was arrested and taken into custody on Saturday afternoon following an incident in Beverly Hills.He was apprehended for allegedly damaging property at the hotel – which included in his room and the hallway.It is alleged he was “seemingly under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs”, but that he cooperated with police as they arrested him.Garcia was led out of the hotel shirtless and wearing a helmet.READ MORE ON RYAN GARCIAIt is the latest wild moment in what has been a chaotic few months for the fighter – who missed weight and had fans worried with his erratic behaviour before the majority-decision win over Haney.Just a few days ago, police paid a visit to Garcia at the Waldorf to check on his welfare after they were called by a concerned family member.The authorities determined the super-lightweight boxer was OK.Garcia divorced wife Andrea Celina in January following the birth of their second child.Most read in BoxingInside Ryan Garcia’s incredible car collectionHe now claims to be engaged to porn star Savannah Bond after sharing a video proposing to the adult actress.The positive drug tests, which were taken the day before and on the day of the fight, detected the banned substance ostarine.The B-sample tests provided the same results, though Garcia’s team insist the reason is supplement contamination.Haney wants his loss to Garcia to be reversed to a disqualification win.Meanwhile, four days ago Garcia also revealed his mum Lisa is fighting breast cancer.He said: “My mom has gave me the Ok to post. Please pray for my mother.”Cancer STUPID I don’t care she will win – Breast cancer is stupid, JESUS IS ABOVE ALL.” More

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    Son of former Premier League and England star wins silver in European Athletics Championships but REFUSES to celebrate

    FORMER England and Leeds United star Danny Mills watched on as his son won silver at the European Athletics Championships last night.George Mills made his own mark on sport as he put on an impressive performance in Rome to win his first major medal with silver in the 5,000 metres.George Mills won silver at the European Athletic ChampionshipsCredit: GettyMills took second place in the men’s 5000m raceCredit: SportsfileGeorge Mills is the son of former England star Danny MillsCredit: GettyThe 25-year-old pushed world champion Jakob Ingebrigsten all the way, falling behind just before the final lap of the track.But despite picking up silver and finishing just over a second behind Ingesbristen, Mills chose not to celebrate his superb achievement.Instead the Yorkshireman kept full focus on the future.He said: “No celebration. Nothing at all. It’s mid-season, the season finishes mid-September.”READ MORE IN SPORTHe added: “Running is what I love. I’ll enjoy going for a run on Sunday doing my next session. I think if you’re celebrating mid-season, it’s a bit weird.”Mills Jr will have his eyes firmly set on the British Olympic trials at the end of the month as he looks to earn a spot on Team GB for the Paris games.Dad Danny praised his son as “one of the most dedicated athletes I know” after cheering him on from the stands of the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.And there was a full circle moment for the 19-time England international who had twice warmed the bench in the iconic stadium when Leeds played their in the Uefa Cup and Champions League back in 2000.Most read in AthleticsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBoth times Mills, now 47, was an unused substitute.After his son’s silver display, he joked: “I sat on the bench twice for Leeds United here and warmed up on the track.Can you work out which sports star lives in this dream countryside mansion?”So we’ve now both run on this track, but he was a bit more successful than me! We’re a very proud family this evening.”George Mills was Britain’s second medal winner of the night as Romell Glave took home bronze for his efforts in the men’s 100m sprint.Mills played in the Premier League with sides such as Leeds and Man CityCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe was also capped 19 times for EnglandCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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    KSI makes ‘take it or leave it’ offer to Jake Paul as he announces fight with two opponents on same night

    KSI has made a “take it or leave it” offer to Jake Paul as he returns to Misfits boxing.The YouTuber turned boxer is returning to the event for its second anniversary.KSI has made one last offer to fight Jake PaulPaul and KSI are long-time rivalsCredit: GettyKSI, 30, made the challenge to Paul on social media as he gave an update on his boxing career.He revealed that he had made an offer to Amir Khan but insisted that the former unified light-welterweight world championship was “slow” accepting.He then went on to talk about long-term rival Paul, following the American’s postponed fight with Mike Tyson.He said: “I see that he has rescheduled his fight with Mike Tyson.READ MORE ON SPORT”So now Mike will be even older when he fights.”Mike Tyson is a man who is in no condition to fight a 20-something-year-old at his age.”I mean, Jake Paul and Netflix want to do what they want, so all good. But today I will be making my final offer.”May 2025, it gives you all the time in the world to be ready and we can do it in America, just to make you that bit more happy.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But that is that when it comes to giving you advantages.”I mean first of all we agreed to fight at 180lbs and then you decided to run away and fight Nate Diaz instead.The Sun’s Wally Downes Jr and Chisanga Malata discuss the rise of influencer boxing and Mike Tyson’s bout with Jake Paul”Then you came back and wanted a fight at 185lb and then decided 200lbs.”You know what Jake, I am tired of this bulls***, get off the cycle and lets make this work.”185lb is my final offer, take it or leave it.”In the video, KSI then admits that he has been told to have a warm-up fight in preparation for the bout.He revealed that he would be taking part in a tag-team two versus one fight.He said: “I will be fighting Slim and Anthony Taylor in a two v one handicap match.”Both of you against me, you have 24 hours to accept, let’s do this.”Fans were thrilled by the announcement as the flooded the comment section.One posted: “This is just crazy.”A second commented: “Let’s go!”A third wrote: “I actually rate this.”A fourth said: “This one seems really interesting icl.”Another added: “That’s mad… AT and slim, that’s fire.”Slim ‘The Hitman’ Albaher has already responded to the post.He replied: “2v1 lmao. I’d knock his lights out by myself.READ MORE SUN STORIES”If this is my only chance after chasing KSI for years, then I’m sorry AT you ain’t getting tagged. Let’s make it happen.”KSI has won five of his eight fights, his only loss came to Tommy Fury by unanimous decision in October 2023. More

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    Anthony Joshua warned of ‘chink in his armour’ that makes him vulnerable in Daniel Dubois fight at Wembley

    ANTHONY JOSHUA has a “chink in his armour” that could stop him “ruining the dream” of Daniel Dubois.That’s the verdict of Ireland’s ex-world champion Barry McGuigan as the two British heavyweights prepare to clash at Wembley in September.Ex-world champ Anthony Joshua knows victory can set up a title shotCredit: GettyDaniel Dubois insists he will ‘demolish’ Joshua in the all-British boutCredit: GettyAJ has landed four straight wins on a road he hopes leads back to the top of the globe following his double defeat to Oleksandr Usyk.Those impressive comeback successes make Joshua, 34, the IBF’s No1 challenger.And Usyk could relinquish that organisation’s world title belt after agreeing a re-match with Tyson Fury.So AJ could be one victory away from a shot at the IBF crown.READ MORE TOP STOPRIESBut Joshua was in Saudi Arabia earlier this month to see 26-year-old Dubois end Filip Hrgovic’s unbeaten record and take the interim IBF title.And McGuigan, 63, who is the Professional Boxing Association president, has identified what he reckons is AJ’s main area of vulnerability.In fact, he believes Joshua’s superior all-round ability might not be enough to triumph – if Dubois can expose that one potential flaw.McGuigan told Seconds Out: “If he gets through to Joshua’s chin then its game on. Most read in BoxingBarry McGuigan says AJ has the edge unless Dubois gets to his chinCredit: Dan CharityEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERS”Joshua is the more complete fighter, marginally quicker. And he has rebuilt impressively since he lost for the second time to Usyk.”There is, however, still a chink in his armour first exposed by Andy Ruiz that makes him vulnerable to the kind of power packed by Dubois. EXCLUSIVE: Anthony Joshua expected to fight winner of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk even if Gypsy King gets revenge on Ukrainian”Most would still take Joshua to win. But nothing is a given if Dubois can back up his Hrgovic victory with another mature performance.”However, ex world king Joshua remains unswerving in his belief.He alerted Dubois on Instagram: “The hardest part about my job is realising you have to ruin someone else’s dream to achieve yours.”However, the younger man predicted: “I’ll demolish Joshua. I’ll get even better from here.”The fight could be confirmed soon for September 21 this year.How AJ punched his way to the topANTHONY JOSHUA punched his way to the top of the world before being knocked off his perch. More

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    Jake Paul warned ‘you can’t beat me’ as three-weight women’s boxing champion calls out YouTuber for fight

    JAKE PAUL has been challenged to a fight by Claressa Shields.The three-weight women’s boxing champion has called out the YouTuber turned fighter.Jake Paul has been challenged by Claressa ShieldsCredit: GettyShe believes that Paul would not be able to beat her in a fightCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunPaul, 27, recently saw his highly anticipated clash with Mike Tyson be postponed until November 5.The fight at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas was pushed back after Tyson suffered a health scare.Despite Paul trying to make the best of his boxing career, Shields has not been impressed by his skills in the ring.She believes that he would not be able to beat her in a fight and has challenged him to a “scrap”.READ MORE IN SPORTShields, 29, told TMZ Sports: “The offer is always up there if Jake Paul wanna scrap with me.”I don’t think that he’s that good of a boxer.”I’m never ever going to say or even feel that Jake Paul can beat me in a boxing match because he can’t.”It is not the first time Shields has called out Paul for a fight.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFour years ago, she claimed she would “whoop” his “ass” even if she weighed less than him.She said: “I, Claressa Shields, will whoop Jake Paul’s ass.Inside Mike Tyson’s Las Vegas mansion”He can come in the ring weighing 180 pounds, and I will come weighing 168, and I will beat the s*** out of him!”Shields is recognised as the best fighter women’s boxing has to offer.She has been on a winning streak since turning pro after claiming Gold medals at the London and Rio de Janeiro Olympic games.She has won titles across multiple weight categories and is aiming to progress further.She is set to fight for the WBC heavyweight championship against Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse on July 27.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles comparedONE is a notorious YouTuber-turned-boxer who has taken the sport by storm.
    The other terrorised all in the ring in the 1980s and 1990s, famously biting the ear off an opponent in one fight.
    Iron Mike has rebuilt his life after squandering a £300m fortune with a cannabis empire, and is a huge advocate of the drug.
    And as Paul has continued to rise up the ranks, he has splashed the cash on a fleet of amazing cars.
    Whereas Tyson had more money than sense until a £15m debt saw him part with his cherished car collection.
    Paul now lives in a plush mansion worth £13m in Puerto Rico, after escaping his hectic life in LA.
    But these days, Tyson lounges in his Vegas property he paid £2.5m for with wife Lakiha, who he married in 2009.
    Paul is not yet married but is smitten with his speed skater girlfriend  Jutta Leerdam.
    She will be by his side when her man puts his 9-1 boxing record on the line against two-time heavyweight champ Tyson on July 20.
    Read more: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles compared, from The Problem Child’s £13m mansion to Iron Mike’s huge cannabis empire. More

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    Tommy Fury gives brutal verdict on ‘stupid’ postponed Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight after legend, 60, fell ill

    TOMMY FURY has revealed he thinks rival Jake Paul’s upcoming fight against “legend” Mike Tyson is “not safe” and “stupid”.Fury, the younger brother of Tyson Fury and former Love Island star, is currently 10-0 as an undefeated boxer.Jake Paul’s clash with Mike Tyson was postponed due to the legendary heavyweight falling illCredit: SplashTommy Fury insists he has no interest in the fightCredit: RexPaul was handed the only loss of his career by Fury in February 2023, despite knocking down the Brit in the final round.Since then, the two have had an ongoing feud, with Jake consistently asking for a rematch against the only man to have beaten him.However, his next fight is against boxing legend Tyson, which Fury has exclusively spoken to SunSport about.He said: “It’s a 60-year-old against a prime 27-year-old, it’s stupid. I’m not interested in that fight one bit.READ MORE IN SPORT”The man is a legend, he should be left alone. At the end of the day it’s not safe is it?”[The] man is 60 years old, you’re not what you were.”Fury’s claims that the fight is “not safe” have some credibility as the fight was recently pushed back and rescheduled after a health scare for Tyson on board a flight.The scare was revealed as an ulcer flare-up, with a top doctor recommending he postpone the fight and take four to five weeks of rest to recover properly.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHowever, Iron Mike himself claims to be in the best shape he has been in since the 1990s and insisted after the incident he was 100 per cent ready to take on Paul.Tyson vs Paul has now been re-scheduled for November 15 and will take place in Texas.Logan Paul offers to replace Mike Tyson in Jake Paul fight and loser ‘has to change their last nameIt will be streamed on Netflix.As for Fury, he was speaking exclusively to SunSport ahead of his next big event – Soccer Aid at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.Fury will feature for the World XI, playing alongside the likes of Chelsea and Man Utd legends Eden Hazard and Patrice Evra, as well as Olympic hero Usain Bolt.You can watch the event for FREE on ITV, or keep up to date with all of Sunday’s action by following our live blog, bringing you all the excitement from Stamford Bridge.PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament. More

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    Moment race walker gets pipped by rival after celebrating before finish line as commentator gasps ‘I can’t believe it’

    A RACE WALKER got a step ahead of herself – before embarrassingly being pipped on the line.Laura Garcia-Caro thought he was about to win bronze in the women’s 20km race walk at the European Athletics Championships in Rome.Laura Garcia Caro thought she was about to win a bronze medal in the European Athletics ChampionshipsCredit: GettyHer premature celebrations were cut short by Ukrainian Lyudmyla OlyanovskaCredit: GettyGarcia Caro missed out on bronze in the 20km race walkCredit: GettyShe headed into the final 400m around the track inside the stadium with a good lead in third – so much so that she was handed a Spanish flag.So just as she approached the finish line, Garcia-Caro punched the air in delight with a beaming smile and even stuck her tongue out on the brink of her first major athletics medal.But the 29-year-old had absolutely no idea Lyudmyla Olyanovska was right on her tail after closing the gap on the home straight.And with five metres to go of the 20,000, the Ukrainian managed to pull alongside her celebrating rival in dramatic scenes.READ MORE ON SPORTGarcia-Caro’s face suddenly dropped from one of sheer delight to one of utter horror and dismay as it became clear what was unfolding.Olyanovska had all the momentum and speed and managed to overtake just two metres from the finish line.Garcia-Caro did not have any time to react and was left bewildered by the comeback and sheepish from her blunder that meant she came fourth. The BBC Sport commentator called the action: “Oh my word, she’s been caught. I can’t believe it. Most read in AthleticsBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I cannot believe it.”No warning, too much noise in the arena, nobody could tell her, ‘Watch out, watch out.’Inside Team GB star Molly Caudery’s glam lifestyle as she aims for Olympic gold”And she was caught literally two or three strides from the line, in fact she’d started celebrating arms in the air.”Incredibly, both Olyanovska and Garcia-Caro crossed the line after 20km of walking in official times of 1:28.48 – 40 seconds behind winner Italian Antonella Palmisano.But it was clear the Spaniard had been beaten to bronze and said: “I was really tired on the last lap. I did my best.”Plenty of fans chipped in with brilliant responses to the chaos.One said: “Never celebrate too early😂”Another wrote: “Lesson of the day: don’t get cocky until you’ve actually got the result.”A third added: “She’s got the flag and everything!! Silly girl 🤣”A fourth commented: “Absolutely love it when this happens.”And a final user replied: “And now she’s a meme, what a consolation prize.”And bronze-medallist Olyanovska – who served a four-year doping ban from 2015 to 2019 – said: “Today is a happy day for me winning this bronze medal.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The most important thing is that I need to say big thank you to my mother, and my father and the whole of Ukraine. It is a very emotional moment for me.”Of course, I was tired in the last kilometre and last metres, but I wanted to win this medal for my country so much.”The Spaniard had her arm up in celebration five metres before the lineCredit: X @BBCSportHer face dropped when her rival overtook in the final momentsCredit: X @BBCSportThe pair crossed the line with the same official timeCredit: GettyFans said the Spaniard should now have learnt her lesson the hard wayCredit: Getty More

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    My dad was an England World Cup star but now I’m about to accomplish something he never could

    GEORGE MILLS will accomplish something his former Premier League star dad never did on Saturday night — a run-out at the Stadio Olimpico.Rome’s famous football stadium is hosting the 26th edition of the European Athletics Championships.George Mills is set to achieve a feat his famous dad didn’tCredit: GettyDanny Mills played in Europe for Leeds UnitedCredit: GettyDanny Mills, winner of 19 England caps, kept the subs’ bench warm when Leeds played there twice in European competition in 2000.In March 2000, the Whites drew 0-0 with Roma in the Uefa Cup and then in December, Lazio were defeated 1-0 in the Champions League.Yet both times Mills, now 47, was an unused sub.Fast forward 24 years and the Mills family will be in the Italian capital to see George race in the European men’s 5,000 metres final on his outdoor international debut.READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSAll eyes will be on whether he — or fellow Brits Jack Rowe and James West — can challenge Norwegian Jakob Ingebrigtsen.Mills Jr, 25, said: “It’s exciting to be in such an iconic stadium.“I’ve watched football played there on the TV but never been before.“It has a similar aura to Berlin’s Olympic stadium. It will be cool to step out there.Most read in AthleticsBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“I’ve got the family coming out — my parents, one of my brothers, my sister and some family friends, too.“Every part of you goes into a race thinking I can beat anyone there.The meteoric rise of England star Adam Wharton“But Jakob’s bloody good.  He has won the last two world championships over 5k. I’ll try to put myself in the best positions to be up there.”Mills has prepared by taking inspiration from four-time Olympic champion Mo Farah.He said: “I’ve been recently watching a lot of Mo’s races from 2011-2013.“Even ones that weren’t so successful to learn what 5k races can be like.“I cannot give away all the secrets I’ve picked up, otherwise people will copy my homework!”Mo Farah is among George Mills’ sporting heroesCredit: REUTERS More