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      Misfits boxing fans concerned as Armz Korelone is ‘stretchered’ off after passing out from exhaustion’ despite WINNING 

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      INFLUENCER boxing fans were left concerned after Armz Korleone was stretchered out of the ring due to exhaustion.The bodybuilder turned combat sports enthusiast was back in action on Friday night on the undercard of Misfits Boxing’s latest show, which took place at York Hall.

      Man-mountain Armz Korelone rematched Malcolm Minikon on the latest Misfits cardCredit: MISFITS/DAZN
      The Instagram famous bodybuilder won their rematch via unanimous decision but was exhaustedCredit: MISFITS/DAZN
      Armz had to be held up by one of his cornermenCredit: MISFITS/DAZN
      He was placed on a stretchered and taken out of the ring due to exhaustion
      Armz was victorious at the hallowed venue, winning his rematch with Malcolm Minikon via unanimous decision.
      But the man-mountain was left hyperventilating and in desperate need of assistance after having his hand raised.
      And medics stretchered him out of the ring to the backstage area to give him a once-over.
      Viewers of the card were quick to express their concern, with one writing on X: “Hoping Armz is okay.”
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      Another said: “Wishing Armz a speedy recovery.”
      And another said: “That may have been one of the most brutal fights to watch in influencer boxing, but I genuinely hope Armz is okay.”
      One remarked: “Armz is being taken out on a stretcher again… f**k man.”
      Another chimed in: “F**k the ref and f**k Armz’s corner.
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      Armz Korleone is known for his incredible feats of strengthCredit: @INSTAGRAM@ARMZKORLEONE
      “Armz [was] clearly was not okay in the 4th, and anyone can see that fight should’ve been stopped! Praying he’s well.”
      Armz rose to fame on Instagram – where he boasts over 517,000 followers – with several hilarious gym-based comedy skits and incredible feats of strength.
      He told SunSport: “It’s a combination of my physique, my work ethic and my personality and how I created my videos and content.
      “I always aimed to have my content be very interactive, not the normal thing you see.”
      His focus on combat sports in recent years has seen him put weight lifting on the backburner, although he still likes to press a heavy dumbbell or two.
      He “When it comes to mixed martial arts, there is no room for weight training, unless you make time.
      “Mixed martial arts and boxing are two different sports, when I do my mixed martial arts training, there’s a lot of wrestling, a lot of jiu-jitsu, striking, boxing, kickboxing.
      “For two hours you’re constantly getting slammed on the floor, you’re doing locks, getting choked out, then you have to do striking.
      “So after all of that, there’s not really any room for weight lifting. But I’ve been pushing myself, so I do still get my weight lifting in.” More

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      Misfits Boxing 11 LIVE RESULT: Jarvis defeats BDave to become NEW champ, Dapper Laughs beats Simple Simon – reaction

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      MISFITS Boxing 011 has concluded at York Hall – and we have TWO new champions.In the main event of the night, Jarvis defeated BDave by unanimous decision to claim the Misfits Boxing welterweight title.
      Before that, Jully Poca beat Alaena Vampira to become the new owner of the Misfits Boxing women’s cruiserweight belt.
      The prelims saw Dapper Laughs defeat Simple Simon after a devastating knockdown, which saw the bout done and dusted just 65 seconds into the first round.

      Prelims start time: 6pm GMT
      Main card start time: 7pm GMT
      TV channel: DAZN
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      Thank you for joining us tonight, as we witnessed a great night of Misfits boxing.
      If you haven’t quite got your sporting fix, you can get more from us here.
      Have a great evening!
      Behzinga reacts
      It seems Behzinga has reacted to Joe Weller calling him out, as he has tweeted the following…
      Credit: X – Behzinga
      One fan said “Back to the old YT boxing days, let’s go!”
      This could be one for the ages…
      Joe Weller called out Behzinga
      Joe Weller had some choice words for Sidemen star Behzinga before the main event kicked off.
      He said he wants to bring back YouTube boxing, and wants to fight the dad of one at Wembley Arena.
      KSI is backing it too!
      Credit: X – @KSI
      Room for improvement
      It wasn’t such a great night for TikTok sensation Simple Simon, who was knocked out by comedian Dapper Laughs within the first round after two quick knockdowns.
      Dapper Laughs however, he will be looking for another opponent, he will want to move up the ranks here and onto a main card before long.
      Fight of the night
      Fight of the night has got to go to the finale, Jarvis vs BDave.
      It was a spectacular fight, which saw Jarvis knock down his opponent within the first TEN seconds of the bout.
      BDave however, did really well to come back from that and put on a good showing to see the fight out, and attack Jarvis himself.
      It wasn’t quite enough however, as Jarvis walked away with the belt before calling out Alex Wassabi and Nichlmao.
      Credit: X – @MisfitsBoxing
      Jarvis speaks out after his win
      “I wanted to give the best fight I could and I did that”
      “The adrenaline, I couldn’t feel it, he has probably got the hardest head I have ever hit.”
      “Nichlmao, Alex Wassabi, if you’re watching let’s get it!”
      Jarvis beats BDave by unanimous decision!
      All three judges scored the bout 54-50 in favour of Jarvis!
      BDave did really well regardless, and can be proud of that performance despite the loss.
      Who is next for Jarvis?
      Jarvis vs BDave – Round 5
      Into the final round now, as we get close to crowning a champion!
      Both guys cardio is holding up nicely.
      BDave has done incredibly well to recover from that first round knock down.
      It goes the distance, surprisingly, and both fighters will be extremely proud of that performance.
      Jarvis vs BDave – Round 4
      A huge right hand from BDave in round four, and Jarvis is forced to fight here!
      Jarvis has definitely managed the fight better than BDave, but the latter brings the entertainment factor without a doubt!
      Jarvis hasn’t stung BDave as much lately as the fight progresses.
      He does get a nice combination done though as the end!
      Jarvis vs BDave – Round 3
      This one is shaping up really nicely, I’m not sure BDave won that last round, but he definitely earned the respect of Jarvis there.
      There is blood coming out of the nose of BDave, who is showing the heart of a warrior, and he comes in with a big shot too!
      A fairly even third round there, a tough one to call.
      Jarvis vs BDave – Round 2
      What a first round, and we are into the second now.
      I don’t see this one going the distance that is for sure.
      BDave looks as though he might be making his way back into the fight, but then Jarvis opens up the hands and responds really well.
      Jarvis vs BDave – Round 1
      5x three minute rounds, the main event, HERE WE GO!
      BDave is knocked down STRAIGHT AWAY!
      Within 10 seconds!
      This is not looking good for BDave at all…
      Jarvis lands another good right hand, and another.
      Credit to BDave for staying competitive here.
      And now Jarvis…
      He comes out to Kung-Fu Fighting!
      Another tune, fair play.
      He has apparently been sparring Floyd Mayweather, so it is time to see what he has learned.
      Here comes BDave
      Sweet Caroline is his walkout song, great choice, a classic.
      He predicted a three round knockout, so let’s see what he has got in the locker.
      SWEEEET CAROLINE –
      I’ll let you finish the rest at home…
      Joe Weller calls out Behzinga
      Joe Weller is in the ring with Olivia Buzaglo, and he is calling out Behzinga!
      “Has anyone seen Behzinga?”
      “Behzinga lets make this happen, Wembley Arena!”
      The main event is NEXT
      BDave against Jarvis.
      This is the big one coming up next.
      “I’m gonna knock him out in three rounds.” Says BDave.
      Jully Poca beats Alaena Vampira by unanimous decision
      It’s a deserved victory for Jully Poca over Alaena Vampira, she dominated that fight.
      Full credit to Alaena, who would make a great opponent for Elle Brooke.
      Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 5
      Poca looks a little uneasy at the start of this one, and Vampira is going for it in the last round.
      Vampira needs to go for the knockout here if she stands a chance of winning it.
      Poca is on her bike with 25 seconds to go.
      And it is all over!
      It will go to the judges…
      Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 4
      Alaena Vampira has come out fighting in the fourth round, and is gaining some confidence here!
      Poca is just coming back with flurries when she gets within range, but that round might well be the first that Vampira has won.
      Vampira is giving everything, but it looks like Jully Poca has got the power, and the win.
      Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 3
      Jully is an absolute weapon when she lets her hands go, and she does so here, such power in those arms.
      Vampira is showing that she can box, despite being 2-0 down so far.
      Vampira has blood pouring out of her nose now, but she doesn’t care.
      A great combo from Poca in that round, but Vampira is NOT giving up!
      Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 2
      A great round for Poca in the second, and Vampira is likely going to need to come back from this.
      They are shorter two minute rounds for women.
      Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 1
      These two are at it from the get go!
      A really fast start from Jully Poca, and Vampira may not have been expecting that!
      Here comes Jully Poca!
      Another great walkout, and we are about to get underway!
      Alaena Vampira comes out!
      What an entrance that is!
      Alaena walks out of a coffin like a true vampire, and she looks DANGEROUS.
      Hope Jully has bought her garlic…
      The co main event up next!
      Jully Poca will face off against Alaena Vampira up next
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      Tyson Fury’s dream £4million mansion plans knocked out again after bats drama

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      WORLD boxing champ Tyson Fury’s £4million mansion plans have been floored again — this time by birds.The heavyweight king has been told that featherweight flappers flocking to ponds or fruit trees on his land may be a hazard to nearby jets.
      World heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury’s plans to expand his home have been dealt a blowCredit: Getty
      He has already given up on hopes of demolishing a house on the site after bats were found roosting in a loft.
      Instead, he hoped to extend the existing eight-bedroom home and install a basement music room, games area, breakfast and garden rooms and a cinema.
      But the safeguarding authority at nearby Manchester airport has told him birds could be attracted to the Cheshire site if planned cherry trees are planted or if there is any open water — including swimming pools.
      Only sterile or rarely-fruiting trees must be used, it said.
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      In its planning consultation response, the authority gives its reasons as “flight safety” and “bird strike avoidance”.
      Birds being sucked into jets or hitting aircraft windscreens can cause major accidents.
      The experts said: “Robust measures are to be taken to prevent species of birds hazardous to aircraft being attracted to the site.”
      The WBC champ also cannot use exterior uplighting in case it distracts pilots.
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      The home needs a big overhaul. Aerial images show it looking like a dumping ground for used cars and strewn with litter.
      Fury and Paris currently live with their six children in a £1.7million home in ­Morecambe, Lancs.
      His move will take him closer to boxer brother Tommy and Love Island girlfriend Molly-Mae Hague, both 23, who have a £3.5million mansion nearby.
      Tyson and wife Paris plan to renovate the basement, add on two side extensions and an eight-metre rear extension More

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      Eddie Hearn reveals exactly what he said to rival Frank Warren as he hails ‘turning point for boxing’

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      BOXING promoter Eddie Hearn has revealed what he said to Frank Warren before they teamed up to organise the historic ‘Day of Reckoning’ event this week.Anthony Joshua is set to take on Otto Wallin in a huge Saudi Arabia showdown on December 23.
      Eddie Hearn (L) has recalled the conversation he had with Frank Warren (R)Credit: X @MichaelBensonn
      Anthony Joshua is set to face Otto Wallin next month in a Queensberry x Matchroom crossoverCredit: Reuters
      Deontay Wilder will take on Joseph Parker in a co-main eventCredit: Reuters
      Deontay Wilder will also get into the ring to fight Joseph Parker in a co-main event.
      Warren’s Queensberry Promotions – in conjunction with the Saudi Arabian government – is hosting the event, with Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing also involved.
      It is the first time the two rival promotion companies have teamed up for an event.
      And Hearn has insisted that it could be a “turning point” for British boxing.
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      He told BBC Sport: “I met Frank Warren for the first time at Wednesday’s news conference.
      “It was a very simple exchange. I said we should forget the rubbish, that this is a big opportunity for Queensberry, Matchroom, for boxing and our fighters, so let’s not mess it up.
      “He said pretty much the same to me. This could be a real turning point for British boxing.
      “Matchroom and Queensberry will always be rivals, which is good for the fans because we will do our best to put on great shows, to be ahead of the competition.
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      “But I have always said when the opportunity is right for the fighter, egos will generally be put to one side.
      “We would be idiots if we turned down this chance for Anthony Joshua, or Dmitry Bivol and Jai Opetaia who fight on the undercard.
      “These are life-changing opportunities for some of those guys.”
      Should Joshua defeat Wallin, he will likely face Wilder next year.
      Discussing the potential bout, AJ said: “People talking about how I’ve peaked have never even seen a peak in their whole career. I’m looking forward to delivering my message to Otto Wallin on December 23.
      “I can’t predict the future but I know where I want to go, I know what I want to do. I’m sticking to that plan.
      “I set out a plan at the start of this year and I’m sticking to that. I’m a man of my word, I stand firm with what I believe.
      “And I believe I’m going to be a three-time heavyweight champion of the world. My first step to that is putting on a demolition job against Otto Wallin.
      “I’m determined to win and I’m determined to get back to my peak, if that’s what they want to call it.”
      Should Joshua and Wilder both win on December 23, they will likely face each other next yearCredit: Reuters More

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      Eddie Hearn and Deontay Wilder awkwardly forced to sit on a ten-hour flight together after years of trading insults

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      EDDIE HEARN and Deontay Wilder put their years-long feud behind them.That’s after being forced to fly together on a TEN-HOUR plane journey.
      Eddie Hearn and Deontay Wilder were awkwardly forced to share a ten-hour flight togetherCredit: Instagram @bronzebomber
      The rivals met after Hearn’s man Anthony Joshua agreed to fight Wilder in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Reuters
      The pair shared an awkward encounter just hours after Wilder agreed to fight Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia on December 23.
      The two heavyweight giants were originally lined up to face each other in 2018 before a deal fell through.
      Hearn and Wilder have exchanged verbal blows ever since.
      But the duo consigned their rivalry to the dustbin after being forced to fly to America together.
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      Soon after AJ and Wilder signed their agreement in London, the latter headed to the airport to catch a flight back to Los Angeles.
      However, he hilariously ran into long-term rival Hearn, who was also on his way to the City of Angels for a business trip.
      The two men were facing a horrendous ten-hour flight sat by each other.
      But they both put their history aside and shook hands before posing for a photo together.
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      Wilder commented on the snap: “Damn, this is wilder than Wilder. If you know the history, they you know what’s understood; it doesn’t have to be explained.
      “I will title this picture ‘Old Endings for a New Beginning’.
      “Finally, the boxing fans will get what they’ve been waiting YEARS for. The only thing that stands in the way now is Dec 23.”
      Revealing more details about his encounter with Wilder, Hearn told DAZN: “I got to the check-in this morning and was just very tired after a long day.
      “And then I looked around and it was Deontay and Malik Scott. They were heading on the same flight as me.
      “I had a good chat with Deontay. I think he’s chilled a little bit in the last year. He seems very focused ahead of a massive night of boxing.
      “We talked about the AJ fight, we made it clear from our side that we want this fight.
      “There’s a lot of discussions ongoing obviously, but also said let’s not slip up in tough tests on December 23.” More

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      I was in EastEnders and a gladiator.. now I’m fighting GB News star on KSI’s Misfits Boxing card but I wanted John Fury

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      MARK SMITH has enjoyed quite a remarkable career change.From starring as Rhino on hit UK TV show Gladiator and featuring in EastEnders, he is now entering the boxing ring.
      Mark Smith is starring in Misfits boxing tonightCredit: Rex
      Smith, second left, starred as Rhino on UK TV show GladiatorsCredit: Getty
      Smith has weighed in at his lowest body weight in 37 yearsCredit: Getty
      Smith, 54, is facing off with GB News panellist Adam Brooks on KSI’s Misfits Boxing 011.
      However, he ahead of the fight he has admitted Smith was not his first choice bout.
      Instead, he was targeting a fight with John Fury, the father of heavyweight champion Tyson and ex-Love Island star Tommy.
      But this fight was a non-starter after he was told he was too heavy for him by Misfits’ co-president Mams Taylor.
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      Though that has not dulled his excitement for his influencer boxing debut.
      Speaking on talkSPORT, he said: “I’m extremely excited, this is for Misfits Boxing, KSI is obviously huge here.
      “The youngsters are into this, it’s crazy the following they have. Myself and Mams were speaking, I said, ‘I would love to fight John Fury.’
      “But he said, ‘what? He’s 100 pounds heavier than you!’ He said, ‘how much do you weigh?’
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      “And when I told him how much I weighed, he said, ‘there’s no way we can match you up, he’s 100 pounds heavier than you.’
      “And I said, ‘well is there anyone else?’ So he said, ‘leave it with me and I’ll get back to you’, and long story short, about four weeks ago, he said, ‘can you get down to 173lbs?’
      “That’s 12st 5lbs, and I haven’t been that light since I was 17-years-old, I’m 54 now.
      “But consistency is key, I cleaned up my diet a little bit, dropped a few pounds, increased the sparring and the running and we’re all on schedule.”
      Smith spent four years on Gladiators between 1995 and 1999.
      He has turned in his lowest body weight in 37 years for tonight’s fight.
      Regardless he has a plan to bear Brooks, who stopped Bachir Fakhouri in a charity fight in September.
      He said: “If he comes for a war and comes out swinging straight away, we’re prepared for that.
      “If he comes out to box and is more stand-offish and wants to box throughout the rounds, we’re prepared for that.
      “Have I seen any footage? Not really. He’s undefeated, he had a 30-second knockout in September, there’s not much really to go on.”
      The main card for tonight’s event will get going from 7pm. More

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      Anthony Joshua vs Otto Wallin lifestyles compared with AJ worth £200m while rival fosters dogs with banker girlfriend

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      IT is the boxing event of the year.Riyadh Season has thrown up a fight card to remember – with Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder on the same bill for December 23 and the Day of Reckoning.
      Anthony Joshua has amassed a wealth of £200millionCredit: PA
      In comparison, Otto Wallin’s biggest pay day was £300kCredit: Getty
      AJ and Wallin face off in the Day of Reckoning in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on December 23
      Sadly, they won’t be fighting each other. AJ has instead been paired up against Otto Wallin.
      Infamously, the Swede gave Tyson Fury a run for his money – taking him all 12 rounds before judges called a tight fight in the Gypsy King’s favour – despite the Brit suffering an awful cut.
      Outside the ring, Joshua, 34, and Wallin, 32, live very different lives.
      The British boxer is estimated to be worth over £200million, while Wallin’s estimated to have made around £1million over the course of his career.
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      Joshua boasts an enviable lifestyle, while Wallin’s is paired down.
      Cars
      Thanks to his partnership with Jaguar Land Rover – which is rumoured to be worth £790,000 a year – AJ rolls round London in his choice of a fleet of luxury wheels, including a customised white Jaguar XJR, worth £93,000.
      His favourite motor is his personalised black Range Rover, which he says “looks very professional and sets a standard”.
      He has come a long way since buying his first car aged 17 – a second-hand Vauxhall Astra that cost £1,500.
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      That said, he loved it – calling the motor a “stable, sturdy car.”
      But AJ isn’t that flash in comparison to other boxers.
      There’s no Ferraris or Lamborghinis in sight with his car collection.
      In any case, he was happy to buy his old gym in North London a new minibus.
      Still, his motors dwarf anything Wallin seems to have in his garage.
      A look through his Instagram reveals very little other than a sponsorship with Volvo.
      He has been spotted driving their stunning S90 model, that starts at £63,000.
      While Otto also posed in front of a XC60 priced from £52,000.
      Both big lads, both prefer roomy SUV’s.
      Joshua is sponsored by Jaguar Land Rover
      He once bought a minibus for his old gymCredit: Social Media refer to Source
      Wallin is sponsored by Volvo
      Wallin hops into a £63k S90
      Generous souls
      Underneath the tough guy exteriors, both AJ and Wallin are incredibly generous.
      For Wallin dogs are well and truly his best friend.
      He takes great pride in offering his time to foster K9’s, alongside girlfriend Leilah Diong.
      Most recently he took to Instagram to celebrate the adoption of a pitbull terrier who was in his care.
      With playful video of the pooch’s adorable moments, he wrote: “After fostering King for almost 4 months he’s found his forever home and has been adopted!! It’s the best feeling ever to know @leilahnoelle and I saved him from being euthanized. We’re so happy and excited that he’ll get to live his best life now after going through some very tough times.
      “If you’re ever considering fostering – DO IT. This was our 3rd foster and they all have got happy homes now. Nothing beats the feeling of helping an animal in need. Big thanks to @nycacc and everybody that’s ever shared King! We’re so grateful.”
      AJ’s biggest soft spot is for his mum, Yeta and after his Olympic heroics in 2012, he generously bought his mum a home in North London.
      He credits Yeta for his success, after she got him on the straight and narrow following a rebellious period in his youth.
      In his spare time, Wallin fosters dogs before they are adopted
      Recently, Wallin took a shine to pitbull King
      Anthony Joshua dotes on mum YetaCredit: INSTAGRAM/ANTHONY JOSHUA
      AJ bought his mum a home in North London

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      His parents split when he was 12 but he’s still close to his dad, Robert, too.
      AJ also bought a £500,000 penthouse in North London, for his ex-girlfriend and son JJ’s mum, Nicole Osbourne, despite them splitting up.
      Girlfriends
      AJ has always remained tight-lipped about his romances, insisting he would rather concentrate on his career.
      However, he did claim that presenter Laura Woods was once his dream date.
      In a recent interview with Louis Theroux, the heavyweight boxer revealed he was single and that any prospective date should be warned he still lives with his mum.
      Wallin is more lucky in love.
      He met JP Morgan banker Leilah Diong in 2020, and the two have been inseparable ever since.
      They keep their relationship to themselves, with Wallin sharing a glimpse of his love life on Instagram.
      Leilah’s Instagram account though is kept to private.
      Wallin is reportedly engaged to banker Leilah Diong
      Diong and Wallin began dating in 2020
      Anthony Joshua is happy to remain singleCredit: Splash
      The couple attended a pal’s wedding earlier this year and celebrated an anniversary at a steakhouse in New York City.
      Otto and Leilah are believed to be engaged.
      When it comes to holidays…
      With such a vast wealth at his disposal, AJ is well-travelled.
      When he isn’t training, AJ enjoys exotic holidays with his family and friends, with his Instagram showing him in Dubai, Jamaica, Miami, Paris and plenty more glam trips.
      However, he is quite frugal with how he travels.
      AJ is sponsored by US sportswear giant Under Armour – who provide him with a private jet, as well as paying him a seven-figure salary.
      Often, trips are sponsored by countries and resorts who want the privilege of having the sporting icon spotted hitting their hottest tourist spots.
      It helps that he reaches 16 million followers on Instagram, so is one of sport’s biggest influencers.
      On the other hand, Wallin squeezed a summer holiday to the Turkish Riviera.
      He shared a video on social media on board a private yacht, where he could be spotted shadow boxing.
      Should Wallin win in Riyadh, expect that yacht to become a lot bigger.
      AJ and his entourage have use of a private jet thanks to his Under Armour sponsorship
      Anthony Josua enjoys jet-set holidaysCredit: Mega
      Boxer Joshua spent time in Ibiza topping up his tanCredit: Instagram / @anthonyjoshua
      Otto Wallin shared a holiday he took to Turkey where he hired a yacht
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      Boxer sets humiliating new 38-year record in Shakur Stevenson fight as champion APOLOGISES to boxing world

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      SHAKUR STEVENSON apologised to a host of legends as a humiliating 38-year record was set in his latest victory.The 26-year-old American claimed the vacant WBC lightweight title to become a three-division world champion as he unanimously outpointed Edwin De Los Santos in Las Vegas last night.
      Shakur Stevenson apologised after he became WBC lightweight championCredit: EPA
      A humiliating piece of history was made in his snoozefest with Edwin De Los SantosCredit: Getty
      However, fans booed throughout the slow-paced boxing bout at the T-Mobile Arena with a host of iconic names ringside.
      The likes of Floyd Mayweather, Terence Crawford and Andre Ward were all in attendance for what they hoped would be an explosive encounter.
      But they will have struggled to stay awake as Stevenson’s opponent De Los Santos, a 24-year-old Dominican Republic fighter, still managed to write his name into the history books despite the loss – but it was for all the wrong reasons. 
      He landed a total of just 40 punches in the match.
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      That is the fewest landed punches in a 12-round fight since CompuBox started recording them in 1985.
      And after Stevenson had his hand raised following the snooze-fest, he said: “I appreciate Floyd Mayweather, I apologise to him, I apologise to Andre Ward, and I apologise to Terence Crawford.
      “They’re all my idols and they came out to see a great performance, but I put on a bad one.”
      De Los Santos blasted his rival following the final bell, saying: “I came to fight, he came for a track meet.
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      “He was gifted a title but I am the champion of the people.”
      Stevenson then added: “I wasn’t feeling too good.
      “I don’t make no excuses. I came here, got the victory, that’s all I wanted to do.
      “I got to go back to the drawing board and work on a lot of things and come back.” More