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    Popular Sky Sports presenter returns to work after harrowing battle with cancer and brain infection

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    EFL legend Ronnie Moore, 72, diagnosed with incurable cancer as fans pay tribute to ‘proper top bloke’

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    Tommy Brooks dead at 71: Boxing trainer who coached Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield passes away after cancer fight

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    Frank Warren leads tributes as iconic boxing trainer James Cook dies just months after tragic cancer diagnosis aged 66

    FRANK WARREN has led the tributes to boxing trainer and former champion James Cook who has passed away at 66.Cook – who won the British and European super-middleweight titles during his career – was diagnosed with bladder cancer this year. Ex-boxing champion James Cook has passed away aged 66Credit: Rex FeaturesMBE Cook passed away after a short cancer battleCredit: Rex FeaturesAnd after a short battle, he has sadly passed away as boxing mourned the respected coach and former fighter. Promoter Warren posted: “Incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of James Cook MBE. “A true gentleman of our sport who achieved incredible things inside and outside of the ring. “The work he has done for youths in East London will live on forever and he will be hugely missed. READ MORE IN boxing “Our condolences to his family and loved ones for their sad loss RIP.”Eddie Hearn added: “Rest in peace a wonderful man and one of the most selfless you could ever find.” Cook turned professional in 1982 after a successful amateur career and fought British greats in Michael Watson and Herol Graham.He won the British and European titles in the space of a year and retired after losing to Cornelius Carr in 1994. Most read in BoxingCook later became a coach and was awarded an MBE in 2007 for services to youth justice in Hackney.At Buckingham Palace he received the honour directly from Queen Elizabeth II. In later years, Cook joined Anthony Yarde’s camp before the light-heavyweight’s rematch win over Lyndon Arthur in 2021. Anthony Yarde with trainer CookCredit: queensberry promotions More

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    David Brooks to become a dad for first time just four years after Bournemouth and Wales star beat cancer

    DAVID BROOKS feels “lucky” he will become a dad – fearing it would never happen after his cancer diagnosis.The Bournemouth winger’s wife Flora revealed last weekend she is pregnant, with the pair expecting their first baby in November.David Brooks is set to become a father for the first timeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/db_36/?hl=enThe Bournemouth star feared it wouldn’t happen after battling cancerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/db_36/?hl=enBrooks’ wife Flora revealed the joyous news onlineCredit: https://www.instagram.com/db_36/?hl=enBrooks revealed the possibility of parent life was in doubt when he battled stage 2 Hodgkin lymphoma in October 2021.The 27-year-old said: “When I was diagnosed, I had those conversations and there was never any guarantees that I would be able to have children in the future.”There was a chance that it wouldn’t have been possible. I was really lucky that it’s happened naturally.”After the treatment, everything has gone back to normal. I’m really happy.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I always wanted to start a family. My wife and I always wanted kids at some point.“My situation took it out of my hands, so it’s very nice that everything has happened naturally and progressed into being a family.”I’m really looking forward to it and I know my wife is, even though she’s the pregnant one and going through all that.”I’m delighted – there were a few tears and now we’re really looking forward to it. We’re still a few months away – but I can’t wait.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSBefore Brooks has to contend with nappies and sleepless nights, the Cherries attacker aims to extend Craig Bellamy’s unbeaten start to life as Wales boss.The Dragons have now gone eight matches without defeat and expect to make that nine at home to Liechtenstein in Cardiff tomorrow.Premier League club move into incredible new home that resembles futurist James Bond villain lairBrooks has returned to action for both Bournemouth and WalesCredit: GettyBut then Wales face a tough trip to Group J favourites Belgium on Monday night.Brooks ensured Bellamy has not tasted a loss yet with a 96th-minute equaliser in North Macedonia in March.He added: “It instills a bit of fear into who we are playing because other teams know we aren’t going to give up. It’s a massive positive.”It gives us confidence and makes the opposition wary.”Brooks made 33 appearances for Bournemouth across all competitions last season – but that included just 12 starts.The wideman said: “It’s always a bit frustrating. I had a good patch of starting games and I thought I was playing well.“I’ve been out a long time and that was the reason I went out on loan to Southampton last year.“But I don’t want to get to the end of my career and have half of my appearances on the bench.Read More on The Sun”I’m always looking to play more games and looking to make the best impact at club level when I get the opportunity.”I’m in good fitness and form and confident I can make a difference over the next two Wales games.” More

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    Georgia O’Connor’s heartbreaking final post just days before boxer’s death aged 25

    GEORGIA O’CONNOR posted a heartbreaking final Instagram message just over a week before her tragic passing. The inspirational boxer  – who won Commonwealth Youth gold in 2017 – first revealed her cancer news in January.Georgia O’Connor with her husband before her sad passingCredit: Instagram / georgiaoconnor_1She got married before her deathCredit: Instagram / georgiaoconnor_1She was also previously diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) – a chronic inflammatory bowel disease.O’Connor had the boxing community in her corner all the way until she sadly passed away aged 25 from a rare and aggressive cancer.In her final Instagram post – ten days before her death – the brave boxer revealed she had married her boyfriend Adriano.She posted a picture of her ring and wrote: “The day I married the love of my life.”READ MORE IN BOXINGInspirational O’Connor was filled with well-wishes in the comments as the boxing community rallied behind the Durham hero.In February, O’Connor paid a beautiful tribute to her “superhero” Adriano.She posted: “If you have a man who loves you more than anything, who would burn the whole world down before he’d let it take you, hold on to him, because that kind of love is rare.”From the moment I was diagnosed with cancer, Adriano didn’t hesitate. He quit his job without a second thought and made it his mission to fight this battle alongside me.Most read in Boxing”Not just by my side, but leading the charge, doing everything in his power to save me…”Researching day and night, chasing down every option, making sure I have every single chance to beat this.Eddie Hearn teases Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury in 2025?! + Allen KOs Fisher | Split Decision | Sun Sport”I have never known love like this. A love that doesn’t flinch, doesn’t break, doesn’t even hesitate.”A love that says ‘we do this together, no matter what.’ No matter how dark the nights get, no matter how hard the days are, I have him, and he has me.”Adriano, you are my superhero. My warrior, my protector, my soulmate.”I have no words strong enough to explain what you mean to me; how much I love you, how much I thank you, how much I need you.”You are my safe place. My home. I could search the world a thousand times over and never find another man like you.”Everything we’ve been through, we go through together. Every fight, every battle, every victory.”We take it all, hand in hand. And we will win. My real-life prince. My reason. My forever.”Tributes poured in for the heroic fighter – who went 3-0 as a professional after debuting in 2021 – following her sad passing. Her promoters Boxxer posted: “We are heartbroken by the passing of Georgia O’Connor.”A true warrior inside and outside the ring, the boxing community has lost a talented, courageous and determined young woman far too soon.”Georgia was loved, respected and admired by her friends here at BOXXER. Our thoughts are with her loved ones at this difficult time.”Frank Warren’s Queensberry Promotions wrote: “Everyone at Queensberry Promotions are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Georgia O’Connor.”All of our thoughts are with her friends and family during this difficult time. Rest in peace Georgia.”England Boxing added: “We’re deeply saddened by the passing of Georgia O’Connor.”A gifted boxer and beloved member of the amateur boxing community, she won medals at the Commonwealth Youth Games, Youth Worlds & European Championships.”Our thoughts are with her loved ones.”Read More on The SunO’Connor was not only a talented boxer but also a three-time national taekwondo champion and undefeated kickboxer.Away from sports, she played guitar and enjoyed singing and became an inspiration to many after documenting her horror cancer fight.O’Connor had a 3-0 pro recordCredit: PAShe first revealed her cancer news in JanuaryCredit: Instagram / georgiaoconnor_1Promoter Ben Shalom with O’ConnorCredit: Instagram / georgiaoconnor_1 More

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    Georgia O’Connor dead aged 25: Tributes pour in as Brit boxer dies following cancer battle 2 weeks after getting married

    BOXER Georgia O’Connor has sadly lost her brave fight against cancer. The former Team GB representative – who won Commonwealth Youth gold in 2017 – first revealed her cancer news in January. Georgia O’Connor has sadly lost her brave fight against cancerCredit: PAShe first revealed her cancer news in JanuaryO’Connor married her partner Adriano just before her deathThe boxing hero revealed her marriage two weeks before her sad deathShe was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) – a chronic inflammatory bowel disease.O’Connor had the whole of the boxing world backing her but devastatingly, she has passed away aged 25.Tributes poured in for the heroic fighter, who went 3-0 as a professional after debuting in 2021. Super-middleweight Joe Laws posted a picture of the pair and wrote: “Fighter till the end rest easy bro.” READ MORE IN BOXINGIn her last Instagram post – two weeks before her death – O’Connor revealed she had married her partner Adriano. She posted a picture of her ring and wrote: “The day I married the love of my life.” In February, O’Connor paid a beautiful tribute to her “superhero” Adriano. She posted: “If you have a man who loves you more than anything, who would burn the whole world down before he’d let it take you, hold onto him, because that kind of love is rare.Most read in Boxing”From the moment I was diagnosed with cancer, Adriano didn’t hesitate. He quit his job without a second thought and made it his mission to fight this battle alongside me. “Not just by my side, but leading the charge, doing everything in his power to save me. “Whilst the doctors who neglected me are stuck in their ways, he’s out there driving across Europe, finding treatments they don’t even know exist. “Researching day and night, chasing down every option, making sure I have every single chance to beat this.”I have never known love like this. A love that doesn’t flinch, doesn’t break, doesn’t even hesitate. “A love that says ‘we do this together, no matter what.’ No matter how dark the nights get, no matter how hard the days are, I have him, and he has me.Adriano, you are my superhero. My warrior, my protector, my soulmate. “I have no words strong enough to explain what you mean to me; how much I love you, how much I thank you, how much I need you. “You are my safe place. My home. I could search the world a thousand times over and never find another man like you.”Everything we’ve been through, we go through together. Every fight, every battle, every victory. “We take it all, hand in hand. And we will win. My real-life prince. My reason. My forever.” Inspirational O’Connor was filled with well-wishes in the comments as the boxing community rallied behind the Durham hero. Not only was she a talented boxer, O’Connor also a three-time national taekwondo champion and undefeated kickboxer.Read More on The SunAway from sports, she played guitar and enjoyed singing – posting videos on social media.Promoter Ben Shalom with O’ConnorCredit: Instagram / georgiaoconnor_1O’Connor bravely documented her fight on social mediaCredit: Instagram / georgiaoconnor_1She had a 3-0 pro recordCredit: Getty More

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    Patrice Evra’s sister dies aged 56 after 20-year cancer battle with Man Utd legend to miss Europa League final

    PATRICE EVRA will miss the Europa League final to attend his sister’s funeral.Evra’s beloved Manchester United will bid to secure Champions League qualification with victory over their Premier League rivals Tottenham in Bilbao on Wednesday night. Manchester United legend Patrice Evra will miss the Europa League finalCredit: REUTERSThe Frenchman will miss the match in Bilbao following the death of his sister, who had battled cancer for 20 yearsCredit: APEvra announced the passing of his late sister on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM@PATRICE.EVRAEvra, 44, was set to be in attendance in Bilbao but will miss the match due to the death of his sister, who recently lost her 20-year battle with cancer. The Frenchman said: “Hi guys. I was supposed to come to Bilbao tomorrow for the final in person to show you support, sharing my positive energy. “But unfortunately, I have to go to Paris for the funeral of my sister on the same day as the final. “She was 56, fighting against the cancer for 20 years.”A heartbroken Evera, who was one of 23 siblings, then urged Ruben Amorim’s troops to show the same strength his late sister showed to end their dismal season on a high.He continued: “Resilience, fighting. That’s what I want from you guys tomorrow. Just fight, bleed for this shirt. “For the fans, for the staff, for the people in Manchester, for the fans all around the world, there is no excuse. This is your duty tomorrow. “I think your coach is someone I support, someone I believe in. Even if we win or we lose, give something guys.Most read in FootballPatrice Evra issued a rallying cry to Ruben Amorim’s troops after revealing his bereavementCredit: INSTAGRAM@PATICE.EVRA”It’s gonna be a tough game. Tottenham also has a lot to lose. “They are in the same position in the league like us.Patrice Evra gives update on MMA debut and reveals Luis Suarez’s response to fight challenge”They didn’t win a trophy, so this is a massive chance for them. But this is no excuse. We are Man United.”Do you know how many fans gonna travel around the world and believe they’re gonna celebrate after the game because they believe in you guys, no matter what.”Because we can do it guys. So like I say, bleed for this shirt, the history. “Think about the people, your family or whatever, there is no way other than to win.”Don’t be selfish. It’s a qualification in the Champions League, so we can prepare for the future next year. “So guys, you know, I will be far away. I’m counting on you.”Unfortunately, I have to go to Paris for the funeral of my sister on the same day as the final.”Patrice Evra on InstagramEvra receives scores of condolences after announcing his bereavement.One of his followers wrote: “So sorry for your loss.”Another said: “So sorry for your loss, Patrice. Sending you and yours lots of love and prayers!”And another said: “My deepest condolences.”Read More on The SunOne remarked: “Sorry for your loss, legend.”Another chimed in: “Sorry for your loss, unc Pat.” More