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      Conor McGregor calls for Ryan Garcia to receive a LIFETIME ban after failed drug tests as he blasts boxing sensation

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      CONOR MCGREGOR has called for Ryan Garcia to be given a lifetime ban following his failed drug tests.The former interim WBC lightweight champion tested positive for the banned performance-enhancing drug Ostarine before and after his shock win over Devin Haney last month.Ryan Garcia scored a sensational upset win over Devin Haney last monthCredit: GETTYBut his win is currently marred in controversy due to two failed drug testsCredit: GETTYThe boxer has been blasted by UFC icon Conor McGregorCredit: DAZNTraces of the SARM (selective androgen receptive modulator) – which can build lean muscle mass – were discovered in Garcia’s final pre-fight tests.Garcia, 25, has denied intentionally ingesting the substance, the discovery of which will likely see his win overturned to a No Contest.But that hasn’t stopped McGregor from seemingly ending their friendship by calling for him to never be allowed to box again.In a now-deleted X post, the UFC superstar wrote: “Cheated the weight and was juiced, lifetime ban. Sad to see, sad to say. Sad and a bit sick.”READ MORE ON RYAN GARCIAMcGregor offered Garcia words of support after his defeat to Gervonta Davis last April but wants nothing more to do with ‘King’ following his positive tests.He roared: “Don’t come near me if I see you ever Ryan Garcia. I am actually disgusted.”The Notorious then lumped UFC men’s bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley into his rant as he’d also tested positive for Ostarine in 2018.He added: “This Ostarine it reminds me of Sean O’Malley was on that as well.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRyan Garcia $1million crownRYAN GARCIA wore a crown worth $1million for his ring walk before fighting Devin Haney.
      The American boxer’s head gear caught the eye of boxing fans before and after his shock victory.
      The 25-year-old headed to the ring draped in a white robe as he wore a diamond encrusted crown.
      Holding 1kg of gold and over 400 carats of diamonds the crown was made by Texas-based jeweller The Ice Champ.
      Garcia’s gown was also made up of 15,000 diamonds and took 10 days to create.
      He also told TMZ before the bout: “He was like ‘let’s create something where the champ of the boxing world and the champ of the jewellery world connect and make something unique. We created a unique crown.”
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      “I don’t like this, I’ll bust yous both up, do yous want a spar? I will set flights right now for you both for a full on spar each.”Hotel, Black Forge Inn the lot. #letssparomalley and #garcia two little Ostarine heads l’ll ride you both like yous are ostriches.”NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 20: Ryan Garcia reacts after a knock down of Devin Haney during a fight at Barclays Center on April 20, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Cris Esqueda/Golden Boy/Getty Images) ***BESTPIX***WBC super-lightweight champ Haney believes Garcia “cheated and disrespected” the sport of boxing with his failed tests.And the American’s efforts that fateful night in Brooklyn have garnered the full respect of McGregor.”Wtf is up,” McGregor said of Garcia. “What do you think you are at? “If I was Haney’s dad, you’re dead no matter what for doing that. Crazy.”What the f**k happened to you, you little fool. “Get your head together cos I gonna smash it in with elbows if you don’t.Ryan Garcia has vehemently denied ever taking PEDSCredit: INSTAGRAM/KINGRYAN”Fair play Devin well done. Your performance has just become even more heroic! Bravo.”The New York State Athletic Commission will await the result of Garcia’s B samples before beginning a disciplinary process.He’ll likely face a lengthy ban if the NYSAC deem him to have intentionally ingested the PED, a suggestion he’s vehemently denied.In a clip captioned, “Fake news like if I was Donald Trump,” Garcia insisted he’s ever cheated.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I came on here to address this bull f*****g s**t claim that I cheated,” he said.”Everybody knows that I don’t cheat.” More

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      Boxing ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn bursts out of tiny pink bikini as stunned fans say ‘goddamn’

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      APOLLONIA LLEWELLYN went from ringing bells to flinging balls as she bounced into the limelight with an “absolutely gorgeous” bikini snap.One fan claimed the boxing ring girl was wearing “pink to make the boys wink” as she posed on a matching cherry-blossom basketball court.I pink therefore I slam! – Apollonia Llewellyn adds colour to basketballCredit: https://www.instagram.com/apolloniallewellyn/?hl=enShe can take it as red she’s a big hitCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellynBeach-side Apollonia makes up for the absence of sea with the bluest of bikinisCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynBut there was more than one eye on the sporty influencer as she slam-dunked perfect shots in the Ibiza sun.The social media dazzler from Leeds beamed in her tiny two-piece – with even the backboard behind her painted in bubblegum pink.Or as Apollonia put it in her Instagram post: “Barbi plays basketball when it’s pink.”Compliments flowed faster than scoreboard updates at an NBA game.READ MORE TOP STORIES”Stunning in the sun as always,” said one admirer” and “So Sexy and Beautiful,” posted another.”Barbie is on fire,” claimed a third fan – as he added an extra vowel along with a metaphorical wow to the “Barbi” moniker Apollonia often uses.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe model, 24, was also called “so perfect” and “wonderful”.But one of Apollonia’s 581,000 followers could only say: “Goddamn.”Most read in BoxingShe’d won equal attention earlier this week when sharing snaps in a pink corset on a night out at a concert in her English hometown.That followed risky Instagram shots in a wet T-shirt and white bikini.Apollonia Llewellyn stuns in busty post as fans call her ‘goddess angel’ And this time, as she stood in front of a basketball net, more fans again fell hoop-lessly in love!Inside Apollonia’s glam life as influencer, ring girl & model…Conor McGregor was among 8,000 fans who enjoyed this outfitCredit: INSTAGRAMThousands of Apollonia’s fans enjoyed the view on the ring girl’s holiday to New YorkCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia braved the snow in the Lake DistrictCredit: InstagramApollonia really enjoyed this bowl of pasta on her summer holiday to SantoriniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia invited fans to ‘sit and stare’ at this picture, and thousands took her up on the invitationCredit: INSTAGRAMFans were worried Apollonia’s top had shrunk in the wash as she enjoyed this hearty breakfastCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia’s followers were in awe of the stunner’s new hairdo as she wowed in a tiny yellow bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia sent a cheeky message to her fans as she posed in this glamorous see-through numberCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia told fans ‘no caption needed’ as she squeezed into this skin-tight see-through playsuitCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia revealed he ‘idea of happiness’ is being ‘wind swept on the beach’ with this busty snapCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia left very little to the imagination as she ‘brightened fans’ Mondays’ in a skimpy wet T-shirtCredit: INSTAGRAM More

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      As Canelo Alvarez faces Jaime Munguia in thrilling bout, why does Mexico keep churning out so many exciting champs?

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      PUTTING two menacing Mexicans in the same ring is as dangerous as lighting the touch-paper to a stick of gelignite – an almighty explosion is the only outcome.Canelo Alvarez, worshipped God-like in Guadalajara, defends his WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO world super-middleweight titles against fellow-countryman Jaime Munguia on Saturday.Canelo Alvarez, left, is a heavy favourite against Jaime MunguiaCredit: APEx-fighter Julio Cesar Chavez, seen fighting Greg Haugen, is another iconCredit: GettyMexico is famous for many reasons – among them its indigenous heritage, Tequila, Mariachi bands and tacos.But discerning boxing fans fall in love with the country because it constantly produces elite world champions whose outstanding talents hold them in awe.Lace a pair of gloves on men south of the border and they fight with such a fierce intensity it’s as if they all have the blood of the nations revolutionary hero Emiliano Zapata coursing through their veins.Those lucky enough to have been ringside to see the heart-stopping trilogy between Marco Antonio Barrera and Erik Morales, two featherweights who fought each other to a standstill more than 20 years ago will die happy.READ MORE TOP STORIESRafael Herrara against Ruben Olivares and Carlos Zarate’s four-round blitz of Alfonso Zamora, though they took place more than 50 years ago, are still talked about when the margaritas start being poured in the barrios. If Canelo’s battle with Maguia is only half as exciting as those epics, the 20,000 in Las Vegas’s T-Mobile Arena, will get their money’s worth.So why does Mexico keep churning out so many exciting world champions? The simple answer is extreme urban poverty.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWhen I covered my first fight in Mexico City in 1967, wherever I went there were bare-fisted kids sparring with each other in the streets.Artur Hernandez, one of Mexico’s most successful managers, employed six full-time trainers at his downtown gym.UFC star Jorge Masvidal reveals $5m payday for fight – but boxing champs earned five times despite half the PPV salesHe told me, when they opened the doors every morning, there were dozens of youngsters with their sneakers wrapped in newspaper pleading for an opportunity to spar with the pros to earn a few pesos – no better breeding ground for future greats.I have been blessed with having seen Latino legends Barrera, Olivares, Vicente Saldivar, Julio Cesar Chavez and Salvador Sanchez – tragically killed at 23 when he crashed his Porsche – in the flesh.Alvarez’s record is mind-boggling – he’s won world titles from light-middleweight to light-heavyweight, has lost just two of his 64 contests and has unified three divisions.So he more than deserves to be included in such exalted company.Canelo, 33, has KO’d 39 of his opponents, several with a Mexican speciality they call El Gancho Al Higado – a liver punch.Liam Smith, Billy Joe Saunders and Callum Smith, three of the eight  British fighters who have tangled with him, will verify how much that blow hurts.It isn’t surprising he’s a massive 1/6 to beat Munguia, but in several of his recent victories he appeared to be slowing down and is certainly less fearsome than when he was in his 20s.Callum Smith is one of eight Brits who can testify to Alvarez’s powerCredit: Handout – GettyAlvarez’s last four fights have gone the full twelve rounds and he hasn’t knocked out anyone for three years which must give Munguia a confidence boost.Canelo for years has been considered pound-for-pound the best fighter on the planet – but according to some pundits has dropped down the pecking order behind Terence Crawford and Japan’s Naoya Inoue.Munguia, 27, a former WBO light-middleweight champion has never met anyone in Alvarez’s but he is quite a handful – unbeaten after 43 fights, he’s scored 34 KO’s.He never stops throwing punches from every angle and in his last fight he stopped Londoner John Ryder in nine rounds – something Alvarez couldn’t do when they met twelve months ago.READ MORE SUN STORIESIf jolting Jaime, a Tijuana terror, should overturn Alvarez it would a far greater sensation than Ryan Garcia putting unbeaten superstar Devin Haney on the deck three times before outpointing him two weeks ago.Yet as unlikely as it seems, it could happen.  More

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      Nate Diaz vs Jorge Masvidal 2: Date, TV channel, start time and live stream for huge boxing match

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      UFC legends Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal are set for a long-awaited rematch, but there is a twist.Diaz, 39, and Masvidal, 39, fought at UFC 244 back in 2019, with the latter coming out on top to win the BMF (Baddest Mother F****r) title.Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal are set for a rematch after the latter won at UFC 244Credit: Splash NewsMasvidal will meet his MMA rival in a boxing fight next monthCredit: The Mega AgencyDiaz has only had one boxing fight that saw him lose to Jake PaulCredit: GettyMany called for a rematch between the two lightweight foes and their prayers have finally been answered, however this will not be an MMA fight.Instead, the American bruisers will lock horns in a 10-round boxing bout.The two fighters have only ever boxed once professionally throughout their celebrated careers.Masvidal stepped inside a boxing ring back in 2005 when he beat Joseph Benjamin whereas Diaz lost to YouTuber Jake Paul last year.Read More on BoxingWhen does Diaz vs Masvidal take place?Masvidal and Diaz are scheduled to clash on June 1 at the Kia Forum in California.The card kicks off from 10pm UK time with the main event expected to get underway from 2am the following morning.How can I watch?Masvidal vs Diaz is a pay-per-view event that will be shown on Fanmio in the UK for £63.99.And of course you can follow all the live action at SunSport’s live blog coverage.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDiaz vs Masvidal undercardThe undercard has yet to be completed with only one fight confirmed so far.Here’s what’s been pecilled down, of course everything is subject to change:UFC legend Jorge Masvidal ‘breaks fan’s leg’ with lethal kick that leaves recipient writhing in agony before running away
      MAIN EVENT: Nate Diaz vs Jorge Masvidal
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      Tyson Fury will use ‘dirty tricks’ to rough up Oleksandr Usyk but will retire if he loses historic fight, says ex-champ

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      TYSON FURY has been tipped to use “DIRTY TRICKS” to become the undisputed king of the heavyweights.The Gypsy King will bid to become the first man to rule the entire division in nearly 25 years when he throws down with Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi straightener on May 18.Tyson Fury throws down with Oleksandr Usyk for all the heavyweight marbles later this monthCredit: EPAFury is the bookies’ favourite to win the historic undisputed boutCredit: GETTYJohnny Nelson reckons Fury could use the dark arts to become the undisputed king of the heavyweightCredit: PAFury, 35, is the bookies’ favourite to win the Riyad rumble and become the first undisputed heavyweight king since fellow Brit Lennox Lewis.And former cruiserweight champion Johnny Nelson wouldn’t be surprised if he uses some of the dark arts to get his hand raised.He told Sky Sports: “Tyson is a fighting man, once the bell goes he’ll try everything he can possibly get away with until the referee tells him off.”Will it get physical? Yes. Will he use every dirty trick in the book he can get away with? READ MORE IN BOXING”Without a doubt. It’s a fighting game. “Most fighters when they get in there they play by the rules.”And when they get hit low or with an elbow they complain to the referee and then while complaining they get beat up.”Nelson reckons Fury’s route to victory lies in being extremely physical with the former undisputed cruiserweight king Usyk.Most read in BoxingHe continued: “He’s got to rough him up, he’s got to lean on him, hit him low, push him to the floor, get in his face, rub his glove in his face, do all the unorthodox things.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT”He’s got to get the man rattled in order to feel comfortable.”Usyk’s chances of winning the desert dust-up in explosive fashion have been written off by many.Fans spot Oleksandr Usyk’s ‘very clever’ tactic for Tyson Fury fight as he shows off body transformation in training But not by Nelson, who is adamant the slick southpaw can put him out for the count: The 57-year-old said: “I think both men can win by knockout, without a doubt.”Each heavyweight fight Usyk is having he’s getting more comfortable being in there with heavyweights.”I know he had five heavyweight sparring partners, I spoke to three of them.”And they said he got stronger as the rounds went on, and he manhandled all five of them.”We’re thinking that Fury’s physicality is going to be a big problem for Usyk.”But Tyson Fury’s physicality is his height, reach and speed, not the power. “Speed leads to power – and both fighters can get knocked out.”Should Fury suffer his first-ever defeat via brutal KO, Nelson reckons the WBC king will call time on his career.He said: “If Fury gets knocked out like Francis Ngannou did, he’ll chuck it in. READ MORE SUN STORIES”His pride as a fighting man will make him internally combust, doesn’t matter what his PR people say, if that happens to him he’ll struggle to accept it.”He said before he’d struggle to accept losing to a little cruiserweight.” More

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      Ben Whittaker next fight: The Surgeon to fight man who gatecrashed press conference – UK start time, stream, TV channel

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      BEN WHITTAKER is back in action this summer as he takes on Ezra Arenyeka at Selhurst Park.Whittaker is one of the most promising prospects in British boxing and has shone as a professional so far. Ben Whittaker and Ezra Arenyeka had to be held back by security during their face-offIn the amateurs, Whittaker won an Olympic silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics – famously refusing to put the medal on during the ceremony. Since he entered the paid ranks, he’s caused controversy in the ring with his showboating style and has been accused of disrespecting opponents with his antics. But nobody’s been able to beat him so far, though one man thinks he has the tools to do so. Arenyeka crashed Whittaker’s last pre-fight press conference and vowed in front of dozens of onlookers that he would knock the Brit out. Well now he gets his chance on a huge summer show in South London. When is Ben Whittaker vs Ezra Arenyeka?
      Whittaker’s clash with Arenyeka will take place on Saturday, June 15.
      The fight will take place at Crystal Palace FC’s stadium Selhurst Park.
      Ring-walks for the fight can be expected at around 8.30pm BST.
      The main card will get underway from 7pm BST.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Whittaker vs Arenyeka will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena in the UK.
      You can live stream the action on the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Whittaker vs Ezra Arenyeka full cardThe full undercard has yet to be announced but there are three bouts confirmed so far.Most read in Boxing
      Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe; For Billam-Smith’s WBO cruiserweight title
      Michal Cieslak vs. Isaac Chamberlain; For Cieslak’s European crusierweight title
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      Ryan Garcia insists ‘I’ve never taken steroids’ as boxer ‘tests positive for banned PED’ after win over Devin Haney

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      CONTROVERSY has rocked the boxing world after Ryan Garcia reportedly tested positive for steroids.The report emerged on Wednesday, 11 days after Garcia’s majority decision win over Devin Haney.Ryan Garcia has insisted he’s innocent in response to claims he tested positive for steroids ahead of his recent fight with Devin HaneyCredit: GettyGarcia won via a majority decision on April 20Credit: Getty’Everybody knows that I don’t cheat,’ Garcia said on XCredit: Twitter/@RyanGarciaIt was reported that “Garcia tested positive for the banned PED Ostarine in a VADA test related to the Haney fight,” as per boxing reporter Dan Rafael.He later added that Garcia is said to have tested positive for the substance in tests from both April 19 and 20.Garcia can request for his B-sample to be tested within the next 10 days, according to ESPN’s Mike Coppinger.Since the reports emerged, Garcia has come out swinging on X, formerly known as Twitter.In a clip captioned, “Fake news like if I was Donald Trump,” Garcia insisted that he did not take steroids.”I came on here to address this bull f*****g s**t claim that I cheated,” he said.”Everybody knows that I don’t cheat.”Garcia subsequently questioned the timing of the reports, asking why he was allowed to fight in the first place if these tests had shown positive results beforehand.Most read in Boxing”Again, these are people that are trying to attack me for whatever reason,” he said, adding, “But no weapon against me shall prosper.”Garcia went on to add that he wouldn’t know where to get steroids and that he barely takes any supplements.Ryan Garcia shadow boxes Donald Trump in bizarre meeting before revealing who he wants to win US election”Big lies. I beat his a**,” he said.But Garcia wasn’t done there, sharing a series of NSFW tweets blasting the claims.”I’m find out who paid who to create this lie,” one read. “Now Ima release everyone’s s**t…Time to expose the real snakes.”Garcia beat Haney via a majority decisionCredit: GettyGarcia also denied any suggestions this could lead to a rematch with Haney.”I beat him easy, fair and square…I’d be d**ned if I rematch him,” he tweeted.Fellow boxer Gervonta Davis also weighed in on the situation, backing Garcia on X.I came on here to address this bull f*****g s**t claim that I cheated. Everybody knows that I don’t cheat.Ryan GarciaX”They doing anything to take away the win from Ryan,” he claimed before going after promoter Eddie Hearn.READ MORE SUN STORIESSince turning pro in 2016, Garcia is 25-1, including 20 wins via a knockout.His only loss came to Davis in April 2023.Garcia has already said on X that there will be no rematch with HaneyCredit: Getty More

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      Boxing ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn puts on eye-popping display in tight top as fans go wild for her ‘amazing beauty’

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      APOLLONIA LLEWELLYN put on an eye-popping display as she attended a concert in her hometown Leeds.The boxing ring girl often dresses to impress and she did not disappoint with her bold look.Apollonia Llewellyn stunned as she attended a concertFans loved her bold lookApollonia is no stranger to posing in audacious outfitsCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia wore a tight-fitting pink corset that left little to the imagination.She paired it with a black leather jacket and a black handbag, smiling for the camera in a number of snaps she shared on social media.Her fans lapped up the post, which gained several thousand likes.One reacted saying: “Beauty ❤️”READ MORE ON APOLLONIAAnother added: “Very gorgeous and beautiful 😍”A third wrote: “Stunner 😍”And another commented: “Gorgeous 🩷”Apollonia often shares saucy snaps on social media and recently wowed fans in a low-cut swimming costume on a trip to the beach.Most read in BoxingShe even risked an Instagram ban last month by posing in a wet t-shirt.The social media star also raised eyebrows while donning a sexy white bikini.Seven sports stars who started an OnlyFans including ex-footballer and British boxing iconInside Apollonia’s glamorous life as influencer, ring girl and model …Apollonia burst out of this tiny silver bikini as she drank her ‘morning juice’Credit: INSTAGRAMConor McGregor was among 8,000 fans who enjoyed this see-through lacy outfitCredit: INSTAGRAMThousands of Apollonia’s fans enjoyed the view on the ring girl’s holiday to New YorkCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia braved the snow in the Lake DistrictCredit: InstagramApollonia really enjoyed this bowl of pasta on her summer holiday to SantoriniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia invited fans to ‘sit and stare’ at this picture, and thousands took her up on the invitationCredit: INSTAGRAMFans were worried Apollonia’s top had shrunk in the wash as she enjoyed this hearty breakfastCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia’s followers were in awe of the stunner’s new hairdo as she wowed in a tiny yellow bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia sent a cheeky message to her fans as she posed in this glamorous see-through numberCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia told fans ‘no caption needed’ as she squeezed into this skin-tight see-through playsuitCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia revealed he ‘idea of happiness’ is being ‘wind swept on the beach’ with this busty snapCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia left very little to the imagination as she ‘brightened fans’ Mondays’ in a skimpy wet T-shirtCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia shot to recognition as a member of the Misfits Boxing fight night teamShe has garnered her a huge social media presenceCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynApollonia has over 570,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe has turned down a staggering £100,000 to pose nude beforeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynThe model insisted she isn’t money-orientedCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia shows off her jet setting lifestyle onlineCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe also holidayed in New YorkCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia is no stranger to a bikini pictureCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynShe has built a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia works as a model alongside her social fameCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn More