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      Inside Mike Tyson’s feud with gangster boxer that ended in street fight and Donald Trump saving pal’s career

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      MIKE TYSON will have celebrated the result of the US Presidential election.And now returning White House resident Donald Trump will be cheering Iron Mike on, nearly 40 years after saving the boxer’s fight career.Mike Tyson and Mitch Green fought in May 1986 at Madison Square GardenCredit: GettyTwo years later, Green was left a mess after a street brawl between the pairCredit: GettyTyson thought he had killed his rival on the streetCredit: GettyTyson, 58, steps back into the ring on Friday night in Texas for one of the biggest fights of the year.But his bout with YouTuber-turn-boxer Jake Paul is a far cry from the heady heights of his reign as the heavyweight champion of the world.In fact, it bears more of a resemblance to his dust-up with Mitch “Blood” Green on the streets of New York.Tyson officially fought Green inside the ring in May 1986.READ MORE ON MIKE TYSONThe bout was arranged at the last minute after Tyson was taken the full distance for the first time by James Tillis on May 3 after 19 previous knockouts from his 19 pro fights.Still aged only 19, he fought Green at Madison Square Garden just 17 days later on May 20.Remarkably, Green – seven inches taller – was above Tyson in the WBC rankings.And he was furious that Tyson was getting a purse worth $250,000 – compared to his paltry $30,000.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSo much so that Green threatened to pull out of the fight the day before – only to be reminded that a win would give him a shot at becoming world champion. The fight eventually did go ahead and for the second time in his career – and the second time in just a few weeks – Tyson’s opponent heard the final bell.When I met Mike Tyson his hands looked like BRICKS… I don’t see how he can lose to Jake PaulBut as with Tillis, Green lost via a unanimous points decision.That proved to be one of Iron Mike’s 13 professional fights and wins in a busy 1986.The final one, in Las Vegas on November 22, saw him crowned the youngest heavyweight world champion in boxing history. But it was Tyson’s second and unofficial fight with Green that is arguably far more famous and iconic. As well as his career as a journeyman 19-6-1-1 boxer, Green was involved in gangs from an early age.He had been shot twice when he was 17 – once through the wrist and once slashing the side of his head.And when he moved to New York, he rose up to gang leader of the Black Spades.JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTTwo years on from their original fight, Tyson and Green’s intense feud had continued. And it reached boiling point in an incident at approximately 4am on August 23, 1988.Green became aware that Tyson was in the Harlem area of New York to collect some clothes from Dapper Dan’s store.That was within the Black Spades’ turf and so Green used that as an excuse to actively go looking for his rival for a second showdown, still bitter about the money from 1986. Iron Mike, by then the dominant undisputed heavyweight world champ aged 22, had been out drinking and clubbing and was collecting his $850 customised white leather jacket when he was confronted by a topless Green who stormed into the shop.Tyson claims he tried to de-escalate the situation and alleged he eloquently warned Green: “Now, Mitch, you must consider what you are doing. I do not think that this course of action in the long run is advantageous for your health. “You’ll remember that I already vanquished you when we met in the ring. You need to proceed to the nearest exit immediately.”It is unclear exactly how things unfolded from there with various versions of events – but the pair certainly got into a street brawl.Green allegedly ripped Tyson’s shirt pocket, then the world champ turned his rings around to prevent them from getting damaged and thumped his enemy. JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTAfter reportedly putting Blood down with a “roundhouse kick on his a***”, Tyson tried to get away with his driver – but Green retaliated with a kick to the testicles. Tyson again had Green on the floor but before pulling away, the driver noticed Green was under the Rolls-Royce’s wheels.He then got up and ripped off a wing mirror – prompting a furious Tyson to end the fight once and for all with his signature uppercut.Eventually the pair both ended up in hospital.But Tyson was worried he had sent Green to the mortuary instead.Speaking on his Hotboxin’ podcast, the Baddest Man On The Planet said: “I went to Dapper Dan earlier that day at 11am, 12pm, we went partying and drinking then drove all the way back to get my clothes.”We were all laughing, having a ball. My back is turned, everyone is laughing and then all of a sudden everybody stopped laughing and I turned around and Mitch Green is there.”He started talking like, ‘What the f*** are you doing in my hood?'”He was talking a lot. He ripped my pockets so that’s why I started punching him.”We fought in the street. It was real quick. I dropped him a couple of times but he was high on angel dust [PCP] so he couldn’t get up.”Boom! I knock him cold and then he gets back up. “I’m in the car, I’m tired because I’m a bit overweight and I’m drunk then I was like, ‘F*** I’ve hurt my hand.'”He rushes to my Rolls-Royce, breaks off the side mirror. He was bleeding.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…”I got out the car and hit Mitch.“My signature punch, the right uppercut. Boom! Mitch went flying into the air and came down like a ragdoll, right on his head.”He went down, hit the concrete and he was out – I got scared because he didn’t move after his head hit the concrete. “I ran. I thought I’d killed him, I was so scared.”Unsurprisingly, Green’s injuries were worse, needing five stitches in his face and his eye closed up.But Tyson did not walk away unscathed. He suffered a hairline fracture in his right hand. The broken hand threw his lucrative blockbuster fight with Frank Bruno at Wembley into jeopardy. And it had to be postponed when it became clear he could not lace up the gloves and defend his belts.Instead, none other than businessman Donald Trump stepped in as Tyson’s advisor and helped seal the negotiations for a new date. And the now-President secured a deal which saw Tyson beat Bruno by fifth round TKO in Las Vegas in February 1989 – six months after the scrap on the street.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.That was not the end of the war between Tyson and Green, though. Just days after the street fight that had left them both nursing injuries, it is claimed Green cycled past Tyson while out on a date and the pair faced off once again.But the argument was calmed down by Tyson’s date before it escalated into more violent fisticuffs. Green refused to let the spat slide and in 1997 tried suing Tyson for $25million – nine years after the Dapper Dan’s dust-up. In the end, though, he was awarded just $45,000 in court, not even enough to cover his legal fees.But Green still left the courthouse smug and reportedly shouted: “I’m the winner, I whupped him,” as he inflicted one more blow in their 11-year war. READ MORE SUN STORIESAs for Tyson, he undoubtedly got the better of Green, coming out on top in both their licenced and unofficial scraps and enjoying far more success in the ring overall.But Green will know deep down he did manage to leave a stain of his own on Iron Mike.Green was involved in gangs in New York and led the Black SpadesCredit: GettyThe scrap took place outside Dapper Dan’s in New YorkCredit: GettyGreen sued Tyson in 1997 but his winnings did not cover the legal feesCredit: AP:Associated PressTyson was taken the full distance by Green in their 1986 fightCredit: GettyGreen towered over Tyson by seven inches but was ultimately beatenCredit: GettyWithin a few months of beating Green, Tyson became world championCredit: GettyDonald Trump helped keep Tyson’s career on track by renegotiating the Frank Bruno boutCredit: APThe businessman replaced Bill Cayton in the Tyson teamCredit: GettyThe broken hand Iron Mike sustained delayed his fight with Frank BrunoCredit: AFP More

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      Former light heavyweight boxing champion-turned-TV-star dies aged 45 as he recovered from heart surgery

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      FORMER light heavyweight boxing champion and TV star Vyacheslav Uzelkov has died aged 45.Reports in his native Ukraine claim the ex-fighter passed away after recovering from heart surgery.Former boxing champ Vyacheslav Uzelkov has died aged 45Credit: AlamyHe won 30 of his 34 fights, recording 19 KOs in the processCredit: AlamyUzelkov was recovering from heart surgery when he passed awayCredit: AlamyHe became a TV star and even went into politics after retiring from boxing in 2014Credit: AlamyUzelkov was once a top boxer in the ring, winning 30 of his 34 fights while recording 19 KOs.He was a former WBA Inter-Continental, IBO International and WBO Inter-Continental light heavyweight champion.Uzelkov, nicknamed ‘Steel Power’, made his bow in 2004 before retiring a decade later.After quitting the ring, Uzelkov started a new career in his homeland as a TV presenter.READ MORE IN BOXINGHaving reportedly featured in a dancing show during his boxing days, he ended up becoming a judge on Ukraine’s version of Britain’s Got Talent.In 2020, Uzelkov had a brief stint in politics after running to become mayor of Vinnytsia, a city in central Ukraine.But earlier this year he went under the knife for heart surgery.Uzelkov had been recovering from the operation when he passed away.Most read in BoxingAnd a statement from Ukraine’s boxing federation paid tribute to him online.It read: “Ukrainian boxing has suffered a heavy loss – Vyacheslav Uzelkov has passed away. ‘Can you imagine Jake Paul’s face,’ says Mike Tyson trainer as he breaks boxing pad with brutal power in training video “His name will forever remain in the history of sports, and his example of strength, resilience and dedication will inspire future generations.”Fans also paid tribute on social media.One said: “Thoughts with family and friends and boxers that looked up to him.”Another added: “Rest in peace.” More

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      Tyson Fury begs legendary heavyweight rival to RETIRE and claims the ‘only thing left is his name’

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      TYSON FURY has made a heartfelt plea to former heavyweight rival Deontay Wilder to retire while he still has all his faculties.The once-feared Bronze Bomber has lost four of his last five ring outings, most recently suffering back-to-back Saudi slappings at the hands of Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang.Deontay Wilder was once the most fearsome force in the heavyweight divisionCredit: APBut the Bronze Bomber has lost four of his last five, with three defeats coming via brutal KOCredit: GETTYAnd former foe Tyson Fury has made a heartfelt plea for the American to call it a dayCredit: GETTYA brutal KO defeat to Zhang in June, his third in four years, sparked pleas for him to hang up his gloves.Wilder has yet to heed those calls, prompting Fury – who knocked him out twice king in their epic trilogy – to plea for the former WBC king to leave the sport on his own terms.During an appearance on the Pound 4 Pound podcast, the Gypsy King said: “I’d like to see poor old Deontay retire from boxing.“Obviously he lost the three fights to me. We took a lot of years off of each other’s lives.READ MORE ON FURY“That war that ended in the 11th round by knockout, that takes a lot out your tank and you don’t recover from fights like that.“Between me and Wilder in our trilogy there were ten knockdowns. It takes a lot out of a fighter.“Even when he’s come back and had a couple of fights since against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang, he’s only a shadow of his former glory.”Wilder, 39, has yet to reveal if he plans to have one last foray into the ring, which Fury believes he’d be ill-advised to make.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said of the Olympic bronze medallist: “The only thing left of Deontay is his name. And that’s it.”So I’d like to see him retire for sure before he does damage to himself.”Worrying new footage shows moment Deontay Wilder gets brutally KO’d by Zhilei Zhang while COMPLAINING to refereeWilder has kept an incredibly low profile since having his chin cracked by Zhang, although his head coach Malik Scotts insists he DOES want to fight again.He recently told Boxing Scene: “He definitely wants to fight again, for sure.“Some good things should be coming up in 2025.”For now, Deontay has just been resting and focusing on family and his businesses.”When you are in the second half of your career and in high-level fights against bigger guys, rest is just as important as ripping and running.” More

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      Watch boxer Austin DeAnda get haircut MID-FIGHT after hilarious row with cornerman who insisted ‘I’m not a barber’

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      A BOXER was forced to have an impromptu MID-FIGHT trim in some truly hair-raising scenes.The undefeated Austin DeAnda went into his middleweight clash with DeAundre Pettus on Friday night rocking a full set of hair, which he had braided before stepping into the ring.Austin DeAnda’s braids became lose in his middleweight clash with DeAundre PettusCredit: ESPNAnd the 21-year-old asked his cornerman to cut his hair mid-fightCredit: ESPNDeAnda’s long locks were chucked into his cornerman’s bucketCredit: ESPNBut some buffeting blows from Pettus in the third round caused the braids to come loose and impaired DeAnda’s vision.The 21-year-old grew frustrated with his locks getting in the way, so much so that he asked his cornerman to “cut” his barnet between the third and fourth rounds.His cornerman, however, was left bamboozled by the request and initially hesitated.He yelled: “I’m a cutman, not a barber!”READ MORE BOXING NEWSBut he eventually gave in, chopping DeAnda’s hair and leaving him with a bizarre look, which drew chuckles from the ringside commentators.Footage of the unusual incident went viral, with one boxing fan saying: “Brings a new meaning to CUT into the ring.”Another said: “At least man got a free haircut.”And another said: “He cut off too much.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAustin DeAnda was left with a less-than-impressive barnetCredit: ESPNOne remarked: “That’s must suck, it probably took effort for bro to grow that.”Another chimed in: “That’s gangster regardless of [the] outcome.”Boxer facing lifetime ban for knocking out opponent with illegal head kick as fans demand ‘he should be arrested’ DeAnda’s mid-fight trim clearly worked as he went on to rock DePettus several times on his way to earning a unanimous decision victory.He’ll no doubt be visiting an actual barber in the coming days to sort out his scissor-savaged hair, which he covered post-fight with a cap. More

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      Mike Tyson sends Jake Paul ‘coldest message ever heard’ in terrifying warning before Netflix fight

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      MIKE TYSON has sent Jake Paul another chilling message ahead of their crossover clash.The former undisputed heavyweight champion throws down with The Problem Child in a controversial Texas tussle this coming Friday.Boxing legend Mike Tyson returns to the ring on November 15 to take on Jake PaulCredit: GETTYTyson, 58, has got himself in phenomenal shape for his ring returnCredit: INSTAGRAM@MIKETYSONIron Mike has sent YouTube sensation Paul a chilling message ahead of their Dallas dust-upCredit: NETFLIXThe pair were due to throw down in July but their Dallas dust-up was postponed after Tyson suffered a medical emergency on board a flight from Miami to Los Angeles.Paul, 27, chose to stay active, knocking out former UFC welterweight Mike Perry before sending Tyson a menacing post-fight message.Iron Mike watched the fight from the comfort of his home and had some chilling choice words for the YouTube sensation.The 58-year-old said: “There is a fundamental difference between me and Jake. He’s a manufactured killer.READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAUL”Television and papers made him a killer, he’s manufactured.”I’m a natural-born killer. That’s the difference.”Footage of Tyson’s harrowing message to Paul spread like wildfire on social media, with one boxing fan saying: “He meant that with every being of his soul too.”What a fight it will be.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTAnother said: “That scared me and I’m not even fighting… yeah it’s over.”And another said: “Look into Mike’s eyes. It’s looking into the eyes of a shark.”Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again’One remarked: “Mike looks old but when he gets in that mode I see the look in his eye he got that spark still.”He’s not joking when he says he’s a NBK… but I’m just afraid father time will overcome that.”Another chimed in: “This message from Mike Tyson to Jake Paul is one of the coldest I’ve ever heard.”Fan favourite Tyson has been hard at work in the gym ahead of his ring return and looks in stunning shape for the Netflix clash.And the near pensioner-aged puncher is open to more fights after he trades heavy leather with Paul.When recently asked whether he plans to fight again, the New York native told talkSPORT: “It’s a possibility.” More

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      Inside Jake Paul’s insane car collection, from his stunning £456k Ferrari SF-90 Spider to a £165k Lamborghini Huracan

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      JAKE Paul is gearing up for the fight of his life.The YouTuber, who has made a credible career out of boxing, will face off against Mike Tyson on November 15 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.Jake Paul’s favourite latest whip is his Ferrari SF-90 SpiderPaul’s SF-90 spider sits alongside his stunning Ferrari 296 GTBThe YouTuber-turned-boxer has an epic car collection at his disposalThe event will be streamed globally by Netflix in what promises to be an intriguing bout.Paul, 27, has said he could bank up to £31million for the exhibition bout.”I’m here to make 40 million dollars and knock out a legend. I don’t give a f**k about anything else,” he said in a press conference back in August.That kind of money will allow the social media personality to expand his impressive car collection.Read more Jake Paul newsSunSport takes a lot at Paul’s amazing garage – starting with his new favourite whip.Ferrari SF-90, £456kAt the turn of the year, Paul took delivery of a brand new Ferrari.Arriving on a truck at his Puerto Rico home, he took to Instagram to share an image of his new purchase.He captioned the snap to “match the 296”. That note will become clear when we unveil his next car.Most read in BoxingCapable of doing 0-62mph in 2.5 seconds, it’s top speed is 211 mph.Ferrari 296 GTB, £330kJake Paul’s own coach admitted he CAN’T beat Mike Tyson in newly emerged footage ahead of mega Netflix fightYes, the 296 was a reference to another yellow Ferrari Paul owns.Now, the first thing you want to do when you splash the cash on a car worth over £300,000 is drive it carefully.Forget that. After waiting 18 months to get his hands on a Ferrari 296 GTB, Paul managed to break it after one day.Showing off and doing one too many doughnuts, the “low beam failure” warning popped up and the American was told to take it back to the dealer.Paul had to return his 296 GTB after doing one too many donutsLamborghini Huracan, £165kIn 2018, Paul treated himself to his first flashy supercar.His bright blue Lamborghini Huracan Performante ticked all the boxes, in that regard.However, he had to wait six months to get his hands on one, but when it arrived the social media influencer declared it his ‘dream car’.He soon shot a video revealing his ’emotion’ that driving a Lambo was about to become a reality.Boasting 631bhp, it’s capable of reaching 0-60mph in 2.5 seconds and has a top speed of 212mph.In 2018, Paul splashed the cash on his dream carThe Lamborghini Huracan costs around £165kFord Fairlane Skyliner, £52kAs classic cars go, few are classier than the Fairlane.Last year, Paul showed off his gorgeous motor alongside his beautiful girlfriend, Jutta Leerdam.The pair posed for a series of playful snaps riding in one that they shared on Instagram.The motor can sell for up to £52,000 in good nick.Paul showed off a classic Ford Fairlane Skyliner during a fun set of snaps on InstagramPaul’s beautiful girlfriend Jutta Leerdam also appeared in the snapsTESLA MODEL X, £80kWhen Paul lived in LA, he went for an electric car.But instead of driving a Toyota Prius, he opted for a much-more stylish Tesla Model X.Paul got his custom-wrapped by West Coast Customs Design – who famously looked after a host of celebs on MTV’s Pimp My Ride.The one-of-a-kind car also has carbon accents and sandblasted details, meaning it stands out from the crowd.Paul’s first Tesla was the model X worth £80kTesla Cybertruck, from £62kA fan of Tesla, Paul also recently invested in a stunning Cybertruck.The stunning stainless steel car has become a favourite of US celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Justin Bieber and Lady Gaga.Back in August, Vladimir Putin’s attack dog Ramzan Kadyrov flaunted a new Tesla Cybertruck which he claims to have received from Elon Musk, although Musk denied this.The Chechen warlord modified his, attaching a massive machine gun to the back and pledged to send it to the frontline in Ukraine.Paul shows off his ace Tesla CybertruckRolls-Royce Phantom, £360kIt’s not all fast or eco-friendly cars for Jake.The internet personality has also been seen showing off a classic Rolls-Royce Phantom in white.It was a make he was first seen driving back in 2018 alongside brother Logan, when the pair appeared at a celeb bash in a gold Ghost model.Smitten by the luxury of it, Jake added a £360,000 Phantom to his collection. And why not?Paul poses with his Rolls-Royce Phantom worth £360kToyoa Tacoma, £40kNothing beats going off-road.That’s why Paul also has a sturdy SUV in his Toyota Tacoma in white that would’ve cost him around £40,000.A standard Tacoma boasts a 2.7-litre I-4 engine producing 159 HP and 180 lb-ft of torque.Judging by his Instagram, it’s Paul’s go-to motor when he wants to have some fun.When Paul goes off roading he drives a Toyota TacomaFord Focus RS, from £22kAfter he scored success with West Coast Customs Design with his Model X, Jake returned with his cherished Ford Focus RS.Originally, he had it wrapped in black. But he wanted a change – and what he got was something completely different.It really is a showstopper and even has his name inscribed on the Continental tyres that were fitted new.Because of its colours, he nicknames the car ‘Rainbro’.A Ford Focus RS is another of Paul’s cherished possessionsPaul even had it specially customised by West Coast Customs DesignDodge Ram from £40kContinuing his love of trucks, Paul has also been spied behind the wheel of a Dodge Ram 1500.The all-American SUV is reasonably priced with a starting price of just £40,000 – and the boxing star made sure he got the Black Ops model, inspired by the American Armed Services.READ MORE SUN STORIESA powerful vehicle, latest models have a 3.6L V6 engine producing 305bhp.Maybe if he beats Mike Tyson, Paul will join the army?Paul has a fondness for trucks, owning this Dodge Ram worth £40k More

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      Jutta Leerdam is Jake Paul’s Olympian girlfriend who he plans to marry after standing by his side for Mike Tyson fight

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      JAKE PAUL may pack a punch in the ring – but his “glove story” with stunning girlfriend Jutta Leerdam brings out a softer side.The YouTube sensation-turned-boxer fights Mike Tyson on November 15 in a highly-anticipated clash.Jake Paul plans to soon marry Jutta LeerdamCredit: InstagramThe couple hope to one day start their own familyCredit: InstagramThe beauty is a Dutch speed skaterCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamShe won a silver medal at the 2022 Winter OlympicsCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamPaul, 27, has his eyes firmly set on knocking out the former world champion 31 years his senior.He has been dishing out plenty of fighting talk in the build-up to the clash – but wedding bells can also be heard.Paul’s celeb brother Logan recently welcomed a baby with fiancee and model Nina Agdal.And the younger sibling is hoping to follow in his brother’s footsteps by soon starting his own family.READ MORE ON JAKE PAULPaul said on his BS podcast: “Interestingly enough, I dream of the same thing [marriage and family] and getting to become best friends with my kids. “Just being there all the time, which is why I work so hard, is to have the financial freedom to be able to not work when they’re born and to be with them all the time.”And doing it with my wife, which I believe will be Jutta.”Jutta, 25, is a Dutch speed skater, won won silver at the Winter Olympics and gold at the World Championships in 2022.Most read in BoxingBoth help each other with their sporting aspirationsCredit: InstagramLeerdam met Paul soon after his loss to Tommy Fury and helped him get out of a ‘dark place’Credit: instagramShe has transformed Jake from a man that would live up to his Problem Child nickname into a dedicated fighter and future husband.The duo met when both were suffering similar heartbreak.Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul lifestyles compared Paul had broken up with his fiancee and influencer partner Julia Rose.While Leerdam herself saw her own high-profile relationship end with fellow Dutch speed skater Koen Verweij after five years.Paul admits to being in a “dark place” when he met the love of his life in early 2023 – around the time of the loss to Tommy Fury in his much-anticipated bout.Leerdam was there to pick him up as they initially began flirting over social media.Paul wined and dined her in Miami when they met up.By April 2023, the couple were an item and have been smitten ever since.JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTPaul is ultra-competitive and no boxer likes the taste of defeat to a bitter rival like Fury.But in fellow sports star Leerdam, he found someone who understood his pain.Paul opened up in the early stages of their relationship, saying: “It’s been so refreshing, she’s a world champion and I’ve just been so amazed by her and her work ethic and how much of an angel she is.”She’s one of the most pure-hearted human beings that I have met in my life.”So genuine and she has just changed my perspective and helped me coming out of this loss when I was in a dark place.”She really was there talking about her losses and was able to relate to those things and what I was going through.”Leerdam has been with Jake since April 2023Credit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamThe glam athlete hopes to become an Olympic championCredit: InstagramPaul has aspirations to become a world champion boxer and has shaken off the bruises left by Fury to get ready for Iron Mike.And perhaps being patched up by his Dutch bombshell is his secret weapon.Paul told SunSport: “It’s a game-changer and I can fully focus on what I want to do with the support from here.”Jutta can give me mental advice and coaching, even physical performance advice and it’s just been such a game-changer.”She inspires me to be better and I’ve told her from day one like, ‘Hey, I want to be just like you, I want to be a world champion.’ So she holds me to that standard.”While it is all about the belts for Paul, Leerdam is going for gold at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in 2026.READ MORE SUN STORIESIf they both achieve their dreams, they will do so in unity.Jake brilliantly put: “Number one in the world together – and I think we might just be the first couple to do that.” More

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      Three-time boxing world champion Israel Vazquez fighting for his life after heartbreaking cancer diagnosis

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      FORMER boxing champion Israel Vazquez is fighting a heartbreaking cancer diagnosis. Vazquez was a three-time super-bantamweight champ and had an iconic four-fight series with Mexican rival Rafael Marquez. Israel Vazquez is fighting a heartbreaking cancer diagnosis.Credit: GettyHe lost the opening bout, before twice beating Marquez but losing their fourth and final fight in 2010. Vazquez retired afterwards but has been confronted with a cancer battle. The WBC, whose belt he twice won, launched a GoFundMe page for the boxer.A statement read: “Our beloved champion has received a devastating cancer diagnosis. READ MORE IN BOXING”The WBC is at his side, attempting to bring in his family from Mexico and making sure he gets the care he deserves. “But he needs your love and support, too. Show this humble and courageous warrior what he means to you. “With a dollar, a prayer and a note to his family. One of the most compelling and compassionate boxers of all times needs your help. “There’s no time to waste. Stand in his corner, now!” Most read in BoxingWBC president Mauricio Sulaiman posted online: “We are extremely grateful for those who have given a donation to support Israel Vazquez. “His wife and kids are in tears to see the incredible reaction from the boxing community Thank you!”Legendary boxing writer Colin Hart remembers the ‘Rumble in the Jungle’ on the 50th anniversary More