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    Michael Schumacher to be a GRANDDAD for the first time as daughter Gina announces she’s pregnant 3 months after wedding

    STRICKEN F1 star Michael Schumacher is to become a grandfather for the first time.The motorsport icon’s daughter Gina, 27, has announced she is pregnant – three months after she married.Michael Schumacher pictured in 2001Credit: GettyGina and Iain Bethke pictured in 2017Credit: GettyShe shared the news with her 335,000 Instagram followers, saying: “Impatiently awaiting the arrival of our little girl”.Gina accompanied the message with a picture of a foal standing next to pink balloons.It comes after horse enthusiast Gina tied the knot with Ian Bethke at the family villa in Majorca in September.Schumacher is understood to spend a lot of his time at the £27million villa on the sun-soaked Spanish island his wife Corinna bought in 2017.More on Michael SchumacherThere was speculation at the time that her seven-time F1 champion dad attended the wedding, but no proof.F1 legend Schumacher, 55, has not been seen in public since he suffered a serious head injury after a skiing accident in December 2013 in the French Alps.The private wedding saw staff told to hand over their mobile phones before entering the villa so no photos would be taken inside.Guests were also instructed to leave their mobile phones at the door and no media outlets were allowed to attend.Most read in MotorsportThe ceremony at the Port d’Andratx villa lasted around half an hour and was followed by a banquet and party.And the day before the wedding, around 100 guests were invited to a ‘White Party’.Inside Michael Schumacher’s decade-long recovery from ‘desperately cruel’ ski crash as brother shares devastating updateSecurity measures were ramped up in and outside the exclusive Mhares Sea Club in Puigderrós.Horse enthusiasts Gina and Iain went official with their relationship nearly seven years ago.The reports about the wedding in January did not specify whether Michael would attend.He turned 55 in January just days after the tenth anniversary of his tragic ski accident on December 29.But German outlet Bild claimed in September it was “very likely” Schumacher was present at the ceremony.Guests are said to have included Michael’s brother Ralf and his partner Etienne Bosquet-Cassagne.Schumacher’s close friend, fellow F1 ace Johnny Herbert, rubbished reports Schumacher attended.Michael carrying Gina as a toddlerCredit: RexThe Grand Prix winning Brit said he expects Michael’s life to always remain behind closed doors with even major events like a family wedding not being worth the media frenzy it could create.Speaking to FlashscoreUSA, Herbert said: “It will always be a closed shop.”The most recent rumour was he attended his daughter’s wedding.”Unfortunately, from what I understand that was all A1 fake news and no truth in it.”Since 2013, Schumacher’s wife Corinna has been creating a private world around Michael as he continues his recovery.This includes forming a tight knit group of people allowed to see the icon and those who can’t due to fear of his private life being leaked.Schumacher is said to have regular meetings with his former teammate Luca Badoer at Ferrari.As well as his manager Sabine Kehm – who is arguably the closest non-family member to Michael both before and after the accident.The third member of the circle is Jean Todt who has been close to Michael for over 30 years.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe pair reportedly still watch F1 races together but Todt has admitted in the past that the F1 legend “is no longer the Michael we knew” before the accident.Ex-Ferrari ace and Michael’s teammate Felipe Massa – regarded as “Michael’s younger brother” – has also been allowed to see his old pal occasionally. More

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    Love rat Man City ace Kyle Walker WILL spend Christmas Day with estranged wife & children after pair agree festive truce

    FOOTIE ace Kyle Walker will be with estranged wife Annie Kilner on Christmas Day after they agreed to put their divorce to one side for the sake of their kids.The England and Man City star, 34, faces a blockbuster legal fight for a share of his £27million fortune in the New Year.Kyle Walker and estranged wife Annie Kilner agreed to put their divorce to one side for the sake of their kidsCredit: AFP or LicensorsKyle secretly fathered a second child with model ex-mistress Lauryn GoodmanCredit: AlamyAnnie booted him out after he secretly fathered a second child with model ex-mistress Lauryn Goodman.But they will call a Christmas truce for their four children — Roman, 12, Riaan, eight, six-year-old Reign and baby Rezon.A source said: “It’s been a horrible 12 months. But huge credit to Annie.”Despite everything Kyle has done, she couldn’t bear the thought of him waking up alone on Christmas Day without his children.READ MORE ON KYLE WALKER“They’re putting everything to one side to save the kids from any more heartache.”Kyle will spend Christmas morning with Annie and the kids before joining up with his City teammates ahead of their Boxing Day clash with Everton.Annie, 31, could then return to Sheffield to be with her family, including sister Sian.The £150,000-a-week defender was kicked out this time last year after Lauryn, 34, revealed the truth to a then heavily pregnant Annie.Most read in FootballIn a message sent on December 27, she wrote: “Hey it’s Lauryn. I just wanted to quickly tell you that Kyle is the father of our daughter.”Annie kicked Kyle out and he rented a mansion close to the family home in Prestbury, Cheshire. In his only interview, he told The Sun days later: “What I’ve done is horrible and I take full responsibility.”Kyle Walker and ex-lover Lauryn Goodman in fresh row over intercom security system at her £2.4m homeThe couple tried to repair the damage but looked worlds apart at the Euros as Kyle and his Three Lions teammates laboured to the final before defeat to Spain.He returned to the UK a day later and within hours was in court in London for a showdown with Lauryn over money for their daughter, Kinara.A judge accused Lauryn of using his desperation to keep it a secret as “leverage” to get what she wanted.Pals of Annie and Kyle hoped the scathing judgement would bring them closer together.But it pushed them further apart – laying bare the extraordinary sums of money Kyle had paid Lauryn in a bid to win her silence.Annie now wants a 50-50 share of his fortune as part of a “financial divorce”.Kyle will spend Christmas morning with Annie and the kids before joining up with his City teammatesCredit: BackGridKyle was kicked out by Annie this time last year More

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    Claudia Schiffer spotted at Premier League clash with rarely-seen daughters who are spitting image of supermodel

    CLAUDIA SCHIFFER was spotted watching a Premier League game from the stands with her daughters.Schiffer, 54, attended the match between Brentford and Nottingham Forest at the Gtech Community Stadium alongside Clementine, 19, and Cosima, 14, who are the spitting image of their mother.Claudia Schiffer was spotted watching a Premier League game with her daughtersCredit: © 2024 PA Media, All Rights ReservedSchiffer was joined by Clementine and Cosima in the Brentford standsCredit: © 2024 PA Media, All Rights ReservedSchiffer is one of the most famous super modelsCredit: AFPThe legendary model lives in the UK with husband Matthew Vaughn, with whom she has been married since 2002 and also have a son Caspar, 21.Schiffer and Vaughn live together in a swanky Tudor manor based in Suffolk.The couple purchased the property around the same time they tied the knot. The pair also own places in Notting Hill, London as well as Northamptonshire.Read More on FootballIt comes as no surprise that Schiffer was spotted with her daughters as they enjoy a very close relationship.In fact, the German model revealed recently that Cosima and Clementine have taken an interest in fashion.Schiffer previously told The Guardian: “I have kept so many pieces over the years, including my Valentino wedding dress.“My daughters are now starting to wear my vintage pieces too, but in a style of their own. Most read in Football”I love watching how they put together outfits. “Wardrobe sharing, swapping and preloved seems second nature to my daughters’ generation.”Supermodel Claudia Schiffer wows in bikini as she celebrates her 53rd birthday in Greece-Schiffer was one of the most famous super models in the 1990s as she featured in esteemed magazine covers across Elle, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan and Time.Schiffer burst onto the scene during the 1990sCredit: GettySchiffer featured in the front cover of some of the biggest titlesCredit: Getty More

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    Peter Crouch jokes he might follow Tyson Fury’s example with wife Abbey Clancy in brutal pre-match jibe

    PETER CROUCH took a brutal dig at wife Abbey Clancy after admitting he might follow Tyson Fury’s footsteps.Appearing on TNT Sports, presenter Jules Breach asked Crouch and co-commentator Ally McCoist about the heavyweight showdown between Fury and Oleksandr Usyk tonight.Peter Crouch joked he would follow Tyson Fury’s footsteps in taking up boxingCredit: TNT SportsFury revealed he has not spoken to wife, Paris for three months as part of his fight prepCredit: AlamyCrouch has been married to model Abbey Clancy since 2011Credit: GettyAs part of the preview for the fight, the Gypsy King revealed how he has not spoken to his wife, Paris, for three months while in camp.When Breach mentioned this to Crouch and McCoist, the former Liverpool and Tottenham striker nodded.He then quipped: “I might take up boxing.”The joke got laughter from Breach and McCoist.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, perhaps fearing repercussions from Abbey later on, Crouch added: “I don’t mean that Jules, it’s Christmas.”Speaking about the actual fight, Crouch said: “It’s going to be an interesting one. “I’d love for Fury to win it but I just think Usyk will.”When you watch him train and his coach it looks like he’s built differently.”Most read in FootballFURY-USYK BETTING TIPS AND FREE BETSMcCoist then reignited the joke, adding: “Me and Crouchy are getting into boxing camp.”Crouch then replied: “We’ll have a bit of sparring.”Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk weigh in ahead of massive fight in Saudi Arabia The 43-year-old tied the knot with Abbey in 2011, having met in 2006. They have two daughters and two sons together.Abbey and Crouch were involved in a steamy advert last month which saw the former England ace tied to a pool table with the model in red lingerie.Though she admitted it was an “excruciating” experience. Fury vs Usyk 2 – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the blockbuster fight in Riyadh..All the info:News, features and interviews: More

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    F1 boss Christian Horner puts year from hell behind him as he collects CBE with wife Geri by his side

    FORMULA 1 boss Christian Horner put his hellish year behind him as he collected a CBE — with Spice Girl wife Geri by his side.The Red Bull chief, 51, picked up the gong from King Charles yesterday for his services to motorsports.F1 boss Christian Horner put his hellish year behind him as he collected a CBE — with Spice Girl wife Geri by his sideHorner picked up the gong from King Charles for his services to motorsportsCredit: PAGeri, 52, looked more Posh than Baby Spice in a netted veil and headband.The award capped a rollercoaster year for the racing boss who was cleared after being accused of sending intimate texts to a colleague.He said about meeting the King at the ceremony in Buckingham Palace: “He was charming.”Horner was accused of sending the intimate late-night texts to the woman, in her 40s, who reported him to HR executives at the racing team.READ MORE ON CHRISTIAN HORNERIt sparked a months-long internal misconduct probe which threatened to force Horner, who has led Red Bull since 2005, to leave in disgrace.And it even put his marriage in jeopardy with the allegations leaving Geri “mortified and angry” at her husband of nine years.An internal probe cleared Horner in February and his accuser’s appeal was thrown out in August, with Horner adding he was “relieved” to be in the clear.Now he and Geri, who share a seven-year-old son, are said to be putting the furore behind them and moving on.Most read in MotorsportLast Friday the couple put on a smitten display during the FIA Awards in Kigali, Rwanda.Horner has also mended the bridge with Max Verstappen’s dad Jos – who was said to be pushing for his sacking during the investigation.Inside Christian Horner and Jos Verstappen’s feud More

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    Who is Kelly Cates’ ex-husband Tom and when he and the ‘new Match of the Day host’ divorce?

    KELLY Cates is riding high in her career after it was revealed that she is set to be ‘signed as the new host of Match of the Day’.The football pundit has long been known for her work on Sky Sports. Here we take a look at her former married life and who her ex-husband Tom is.Kelly Cates married her now-ex-husband Tom Cates in 2007Credit: Robert PatersonWho is Kelly Cates?Kelly Cates is a much-loved football presenter, best known for her work on Sky Sports.She grew up in the world of footy, as she is the daughter of football legend Kenny Dalglish .Since then Kelly has become one of the UK’s leading pundits.Married lifeAway from the pitch, and the sports host wed Tom Cates in 2007.Read more on Kelly CatesDuring their marriage, they welcomed two daughters together.Unlike Kelly, Tom has stayed away from the spotlight, although he is known for being a TV producer.The pair were married for 14 years before announcing their divorce in 2021.Life after marriageSpeaking shortly after she announced her split from Tom, Kelly talked about stepping into the dating world again.Most read in FootballIn an exclusive chat with The Sun she said she was “up for using dating apps” despite being self-conscious.Kelly told us: “I don’t want to spend my precious free time with a random. Kelly Cates on Super Sunday amid reports she’s leaving for BBC”But this is the thing, the thought of going on a date and spending an evening with someone and the end of it thinking, ‘Well I don’t really like you,’ I would be so resentful of them taking up my time.“Obviously vice versa, but I’m not bothered about it from their perspective.”Going on she said: “Bearing in mind I don’t get to see the people I do like quite often, but i do know unless I want to spend the rest of my life alone… and I’ve got no real thoughts about long term relationships or anything like that.“Imagine sitting there and halfway through you think, ‘God this guy’s an idiot’. You’ve just wasted a babysitter.”Kelly grew up in the world of football – seen here with her dad and former footy ace Sir Kenny DalglishCredit: Alamy’MOTD signing’In December 2024, reports started to emerge claiming Kelly was set to move to the BBC.She is reportedly set to join the Match of the Day team following the departure of longtime host Gary Lineker, who started presenting the show in 1999.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt is understood that the move would see Kelly leave her position at Sky Sports to team up with Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman on Match of the Day and Match of the Day 2.Reports claimed the three presenters would share hosting responsibilities on a rotating basis. More

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    ‘He’s done’: Mike Tyson’s wife bans boxing legend from fighting again after losing to Jake Paul

    MIKE TYSON’s hopes of returning to the ring have been brutally KO’d – by his wife.The former undisputed heavyweight champion returned to the ring last month for a shock showdown with YouTube sensation Jake Paul.Mike Tyson returned to the ring last month for a shock showdown with Jake PaulCredit: GETTYThe boxing legend suffered a decision defeat in the eight-rounder but refused to rule out fighting againCredit: GETTYBut his wife Lakiha Spicer has dashed hopes of making another ring returnCredit: GETTYTyson looked every bit his 58 years as he suffered a unanimous decision defeat in his first pro fight in nearly 20 YEARS but refused to rule out another ring return.But wife Lakiha Spicer has made it crystal clear to the boxing legend that he WON’T be lacing up his gloves again.Tyson’s son, Amir, told SecondsOut: “I think he’s done.”My stepmom, she’s saying he’s done and they’re a team. That’s husband-and-wife stuff.”READ MORE ON MIKE TYSONAmir would love to tell his old man to call it a day but insists his heartfelt pleas would fall on deaf ears.In an exclusive interview with SunSport, he said: “That chat would be a waste of time! He is his own man.“If I say too much he’d only tell me to shut up and remind me I’m not his dad.“I can say my part but he is the grown-up and he will do whatever he wants.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJake Paul vs Mike Tyson round-by-roundMIKE TYSON’s long-awaited return to the ring didn’t have the fairytale ending fight fans dreamed of.SunSport’s boxing expert Wally Downes Jr recaps one of the drabbest and most forgettable nights in boxing history.And he didn’t hold back, issuing a scathing assessment of social media sensation Jake Paul.Round OnePaul says “I love you, Mike” just before the opening bell sounds. He quickly runs away and holds the boxing legend.Tyson draws a big reaction from the crowd as he lands a jab and a good right hand.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound TwoPaul ran away in the opener and held – just like we thought he would.Tommy Fury had it first and now Mike Tyson. It’s clever because Tyson will tire. Paul tags Tyson’s body with a straight right.Tyson looks spent now. 180 seconds in and the fight looks over.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound ThreeThe legend cannot even keep his gumshield in. As expected it’s a waste of time. Paul has run away until the 58-year-old has tired.Shooting ducks in a barrel now. Tyson might get hurt here. Paul lands a couple of clumsy shots and Tyson wobbles backwards.Tragic after three.Verdict: 10-9 PaulRound FourThis is proper rubbish. The crowd are bored and boos are being heard.This is just two tired big lumps going at it.  One a legend, one a promoter.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound FivePaul jabs the body and aims right for the head and another one-two clips the icon.Tyson cannot keep his mouthpiece in, he is gasping for air. Paul lands a left hook but then so does Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SixThank God these weren’t three-minute rounds. We are getting about four punches per round.Tyson is gasping in the air but replays show a left hook did graze Paul’s beard.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SevenTyson slips a jab and tries an uppercut. The commentator admits it has been a “sad” spectacle.The AT&T stadium has been utterly stunk out. Paul is looking just as tired as Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound EightGo back to YouTube, Jake. You’re an excellent conman. But you’ve never been a boxer.The Judges decide: 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73. I’m glad Tyson gets paid and has stayed safe.But what a laughable performance from Paul to add to his stinker with Tommy Fury.Verdict 10-9 PaulSunSport’s final scorecard – 78-74 for Jake PaulClick to read the full round-by-round breakdown.“I’ll chip in and say, ‘That was a great LAST fight, leave it at that.’“But if he wants to do it then nobody is going to stop him, because he loves it.”Mike Tyson’s ex-coach opens up on boxing’s legend’s bizarre ‘biting fixation’ after chewing on glove in Jake Paul fightAmir was proud as punch to see his old man get back in the ring, despite having serious fears for his safety.”I was very proud,” he said. “But yes of course I was worried.“I knew he wasn’t going to get knocked down or out because he can take those punches.“But, at the same, Jake is younger, faster and bigger – when you get older your cardio diminishes.“But he did it better than any 58-year-old, he went the distance and I am proud as hell of what he did. It was like a Rocky XI moment.“Most athletes finish and retire into the sunset, but for him to remain this relevant, for so many generations, it shows you everything.”I am very proud.” More

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    Annie Kilner puts wedding ring back ON despite filing for divorce from Kyle Walker

    WAG Annie Kilner has been spotted still wearing her wedding ring, despite her impending divorce.Annie, who has four children with Kyle Walker, has been seen attending a red carpet event whilst still wearing her wedding ring.Annie Kilner was spotted wearing her wedding ringCredit: SplashAnnie was seen with a ring onCredit: BackGridShe shares four children with KyleCredit: SplashAppearing at The Lowry Hotel in Manchester, Annie posed up a storm with a gal pal as they attended a glitzy ladies lunch together.Dressed in a burgundy dress, one accessory Annie was unlikely to be wearing was her wedding ring but she’s kept it firmly on her ring finger despite being in the midst of a divorce to Kyle.The couple have been wed for three years and were childhood sweethearts who met in Sheffield as teenagers.Yet the couple only got married in November 2021 during an intimate ceremony at Mottram Hall in Cheshire.More on Annie KilnerTheir wedding came as a surprise after Kyle was involved in various sex scandals, including with Ex on the Beach TV reality star Laura Brown and then later Celebs Go Dating star Lauryn Goodman.He fathered two children with Goodman, Annie filed for divorce from footballer Kyle in October, seeking an end to their three year marriage.Divorce papers were served to Kyle, leaving the footballer ‘stunned’.Most read in FootballA source said: “Kyle was stunned when he got the papers.”He’s spoken to Annie about them and they are discussing the next steps.Lauryn Goodman reported Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner to the cops after disturbing WhatsApp messages”This doesn’t necessarily mean they will divorce.”This is as much Annie flexing her muscles as it is anything else.”She wants Kyle to know she’s not messing about. But if this is a bluff, it may well back-fire.”The couple separated at Christmas after Kyle was exposed for fathering a second child with Instagram influencer and mistress Lauryn Goodman.This is believed to be it for Annie with previously said in an exclusive interview with us: “What he has done to me and our children is obscene.”I can’t begin to put it into words.”In late March last year he was unfaithful with a reality TV star.”I found out a month later and was broken by it.”He begged me to take him back but by July he was at it again.”Not even three months later and someone was pregnant. My youngest was one. Who does that?READ MORE SUN STORIES”I don’t think I’ll ever be the same again because of what he’s done.”I’ve tried to hate him but how can I hate the man my kids love so much?”Kyle Walker was said to be left ‘stunned’ by the divorce papersCredit: GettyAnnie Kilner and Kyle Walker wed in November 2021 despite his various sex scandalsCredit: GettyKyle and Annie’s relationship historyEarly years – Kyle and Annie first meet in Sheffield when she was 15 and he was 17Euro 2016 – Walker caught messaging Playboy model Carla HoweApril 2019 – Annie dumps Kyle after his alleged romps with reality TV star Laura BrownApril 2020 – Kyle allegedly hosts sex party with two escorts during covid-19 lockdownFebruary 2020 – Lauryn Goodman gives birth to Kairo, her son with WalkerNovember 2021 – Walker and Kilner marry in secretMarch 2023 – Lauryn announces her second pregnancySpring 2023 – Kyle allegedly flashes and kisses another woman in a Vodka Revolution bar in CheshireAugust 2023 – Lauryn gives birth to a daughterJanuary 2024 – Annie announces split from Kyle after two years of marriage. It emerges Kyle is the dad of Lauryn’s second child. Kyle begs for forgiveness in exclusive Sun interview. Lauryn brands him a ‘pathological narcissist’October 2024 – Annie files for divorce More