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      Boxing champion Andy Ruiz’s ex ‘gets restraining order’ after sex assault allegation and claims he pointed AK-47 at her

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      A CHAMPION boxer has reportedly been given a restraining order following allegations he pointed a gun at his ex-wife and sexually assaulted her.The order was imposed against former world heavyweight champion Andy Rui, earlier this month after an legal application by Julia Lemus, 34.Andy Ruiz’s ex, Julia Lemus, has had a successful application for a restraining order against himCredit: Instagram/@jjullieaLemus claims Ruiz sexually assaulted her and pointed a gun at herCredit: Instagram/@jjullieaLemus alleges Ruiz sexually assaulted, abused, and terrorised her throughout their relationship, reports TMZ. She also alleges he pointed an AK-47 at her face last year after she said she was uncomfortable with him buying a gun.Lemus and Ruiz started dating in 2016, with the order saying the boxer would often grab and pull Lemus to move her wherever he wanted her to go.She further claimed Ruiz would “jokingly” punch her arms and legs, leaving bruises, per TMZ. read more on boxingLemus claims Ruiz began sexually assaulting her last year, by forcing himself onto her at least six times. She was granted a temporary restraining order after the initial allegations.Ruiz strongly denied the claims, forcing a court battle to determine whether a permanent restraining order needed to be put in place.Both Ruiz and Lemus testified in front of a judge, as did witnesses, with the judge ruling in favour of Lemus on April 8. Most read in BoxingHeavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua’s tattoos explainedA three-year restraining order is in place, with Lemus able to renew the request before the agreement expires on April 8, 2027. The judge making the ruling, Sharon L. Kalemkiarian, stated in court filings she determined evidence showed Lemus “is in fear as a result of aggressive, demeaning and controlling behavior by Mr. Ruiz,” according to TMZ. Kalemkiarian concluded “Mr Ruiz did assault her”, “did disturb her peace, and did exercise coercive control throughout the entire relationship.”The protection order states that Ruiz must stay 100 yards away from Lemus, her home, her job, and her vehicle.Ruiz must was ordered to take a 12-week anger management course and must have no guns.Ruiz has not responded publicly to the report, with his last post on social media being a video with his new partner, Mayeli Alonso, announcing her pregnancy in March. Kalemkiarian also gave Lemus sole custody of the couple’s two children although Ruiz is permitted to have supervised visits with them.  Ruiz last fought in September 2022 when he won against Luis Ortiz.Ruiz is a former world heavyweight boxerCredit: Action Images – ReutersRuiz strongly denied the claimsCredit: Marc Aspland – The Times   More

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      Man Utd star Brandon Williams to stand trial accused of driving dangerously before high-speed car crash

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      FOOTIE ace Brandon Williams will face a trial next year accused of driving dangerously before a high speed crash.The Manchester United defender, 23, who is currently on loan at Ipswich Town, appeared in court today to deny two charges.Footballer Brandon Williams arriving at Chester crown courtCredit: Andrew Price / View Finder PicturesThe full-back is on loan at Ipswich Town this seasonCredit: RexHe made 51 appearances for Manchester United before falling out of favourCredit: Kenny RamsayHe’s accused of dangerous driving in his Audi S Line on the A34 dual carriageway Wilmslow bypass in Cheshire in August last year, as well as driving without insurance.Williams, who earns £65,000-a-week, stood in the dock at Chester Crown Court dressed in a dark suit, white shirt and dark blue tie.He spoke only to confirm his name and to answer “not guilty” to both charges.The defender was told by Judge Simon Berkson that his trial, expected to last three days, will start on March 17 next year.He was granted unconditional bail.The court heard that Williams’s defence team would be instructing experts to give evidence on his behalf and there would be a recording of a 999 call, as well as items recovered from the scene.Williams, of Harpurhey, Gtr Manchester, joined United’s academy as a youngster and went on to make 51 appearances for the first team.He has spent two stints on loan away from Old Trafford.Most read in FootballThe first was with Norwich City during the 2021/22 season where he made 26 appearances.In August last year, United boss Erik ten Hag sanctioned another loan move to Ipswich Town.He represented England at U20 and U21 level. More

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      Redditch United boss who took ‘immediate break from football’ facing cocaine and cannabis supply charges

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      A NON-league footie boss who took a surprise leave of absence from the touchline is facing cocaine and cannabis supply charges.Redditch United announced in February that Matt Clarke, 50, would be having an “immediate break from football for personal reasons”.Redditch United manager Matt Clarke is facing cocaine and cannabis supply charges after the club announced his ‘break from football’ in FebruaryCredit: Redditch UnitedBut it has emerged he appeared at Hereford magistrates’ court with two co-defendants over the drugs allegations on Valentine’s Day.He also faced a charge of possessing an offensive weapon in a public place when indicted at Worcester crown court last month.Clarke, of Bromsgrove, Worcs, will appear again on May 7 for a plea and trial preparation hearing. The Southern Football League Premier Division club’s statement on Clarke’s hiatus came two weeks after the offences are alleged to have taken place on February 13.READ MORE BEAUTIFUL GAMEIt said at the time it “anticipates it to be a short break”.Former right back Clarke played for West Bromwich Albion and Wolves as a youngster.He later joined Kidderminster, Hereford and Telford United.Clarke managed Halesowen and Evesham before joining Redditch in 2020.Most read in FootballRedditch chairman David Faulkner gave “no comment” when asked if Clarke had been sacked or would ever return as manager.Thousands gather for pro-cannabis event in Hyde Park More

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      Teen abused England’s Callum Wilson online after he passed ball to white teammate instead of scoring himself

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      A TEENAGER abused England striker Callum Wilson on X/Twitter because he passed the ball to a white team-mate instead of scoring himself.Ibukun Quadri was 19 when he called the player a racially derogatory term for setting up Jack Grealish in the 2022 World Cup 6-2 victory over Iran.Teenager Ibukun Quadri used a racially derogatory term against England player Callum Wilson after he passed the ball to a white team-mate instead of scoring himselfCredit: GettyHe wrote: “Wilson you are a **** for that”, Westminster JPs heard.He told cops later that the previous four scorers had been black and if Newcastle’s Wilson had scored “it would have been a great achievement for black people”.Andrew Benington, defending, said “silly” Quadri had “not realised the racial connotations” of his comment.Quadri, 21, of Crayford, South East London, admitted sending a communication conveying an offensive message. READ MORE ON CALLUM WILSONJudge John Zani said: “Mr Quadri, you are obviously an intelligent young man. “You made a very serious mistake of judgement.“You need to learn the gravity of sending such communication and the effect it can have.“I do not have the view of sending you to prison for this.”Most read in FootballQuadri was bailed for reports.Callum Wilson arrives for training with England football team at St. George’s Park More

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      Arsenal’s Reiss Nelson sued after his Italian mastiff ‘attacked sports masseur’ as they posed for selfie

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      ARSENAL star Reiss Nelson is being sued by his sports masseur who claims the player’s Italian mastiff attacked him as they posed for a selfie.Saeid Motaali, 50, alleges the dog went for his neck and bit him on the arm he raised to protect himself at Nelson’s pad in North London.Reiss Nelson, with his Italian mastiff, is being sued by a sports masseur who claims the dog attacked himCredit: FieldfisherSaeid Motaali claims Reiss’s dog attacked his neck and bit him on the armCredit: FieldfisherNelson playing for the GunnersCredit: GettyIt is said to have happened in 2020 after Mr Motaali finished a sports massage with the star and asked for a photo with him and his pet.According to the Evening Standard, Mr Motaali’s legal team said: “The dog was a large powerful animal.”A High Court claim accuses Nelson of failing to control the animal, which had allegedly been trained as a guard dog.The therapist says he has not been able to work for more than three years due to the incident.READ MORE ON REISS NELSONMr Nelson previously denied the accusation.Nelson also has concerns on the pitch, after penning a contract extension last summerit would be no surprise to see the club cash in this time around.The 24-year-old winger has been in the starting XI just once across both the Prem and Champions League this season.Nelson is surplus to requirements and it would take an injury to a key man like Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard or Gabriel Martinelli for him to be handed a chance in the remainder of the campaign.Most read in FootballHis best moment in a Gunners shirt came when he scored a last-gasp winner in the 3-2 victory over Bournemouth last season.He has to come up with something similar to avoid being sold amid interest from Brighton.Arsenal’s title chances are ‘100% gone’ according to club legend who savages ‘lazy’ Gunners after Aston Villa shocker More

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      Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley appealing order to pay £3.4million to Greek shipping tycoon

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      NEWCASTLE United co-owner Amanda Staveley is appealing against an order to pay £3.4million to a shipping tycoon.She had been given until Monday to transfer the money to Victor Restis or face a court bankruptcy petition.Amanda Staveley is appealing against an order to pay £3.4m to Greek tycoon Victor RestisCredit: PANewcastle United director Ms Staveley owns a 6% chunk of the clubCredit: GettyThat would disqualify Ms Staveley, worth £110million, as a director at Newcastle, where she has a six per cent share.Her first bid to throw out the case was dismissed but yesterday she filed documents at the High Court seeking an appeal.If granted it will be heard later this year.The spat stems from a £10million payment Greek magnate Mr Restis, 55, made to Ms Staveley, 51, in 2008, which he wants her to repay.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe demanded £37million including an interest payment of £31million — branded “exorbitant” by Ms Staveley’s lawyers.Ted Loveday, representing her, had argued the dealmaker felt “intimidated” into signing documents that made her liable to repay Restis instead of her investment firm.Insolvency Judge Daniel Schaffer previously dismissed her case as it “ventured into the realm of fantasy”.A spokesman for Staveley said at the time that she did not accept the ruling.Most read in FootballNewcastle reveal incredible new hi-tech shirt that allows deaf fans to experience atmosphere for first time More

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      Ex-Barcelona star’s pals ‘used curtains as sex swing at wild parties as he’s sued for vandalising luxury villa’

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      FORMER Barcelona star Arda Turan has been sued for “vandalising his luxury villa” after hosting lavish parties, according to reports.The owner of the house has accused Turan and his friends of “using curtains as sex swings” among a long lost of complaints.Arda Turan is being sued for the damage caused to his Barcelona villaCredit: GettyTuran played for Barca for two seasons in 2015-16 and 2016-17 after joining from rivals Atletico Madrid.Despite his brief stint in the Catalan capital before returning to Turkey, Spanish outlet Marca have said that the player “left his mark” on Barcelona.Turan’s former landlord is now seeking £196,000 in compensation for the alleged damage done to his £15million home by Turan.The case had already gone through the Provincial Court of Barcelona but has been restarted after there were “bureaucratic irregularities” in notifying the former player.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe villa is located in Esplugues de Llobregat, an area near Barca’s training facilities.The owner of the house insists Turan had “no care” for the villa he rented to him and has accused him of letting his friends party there when he was away.Those parties were allegedly raucous with the curtains used as sex swings, cigarette butts littering the floor and left on furniture and electronics damaged.The owner alleges that the television remote was thrown into the pool everytime a certain football team scored.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe owner alleges that Turan was initially an excellent tenant.He completed a deep clean of his apartment when he took over the tenancy and would often sing Barca chants.Football stars’ weird phobiasBut now the two are involved in a bitter legal battle.Turan retired from professional football in 2022.He went on to become manager of Istanbul side Eyupspor in 2023, and still manages the Turkish second division side. More

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      David Beckham wins £240million legal battle against online counterfeiters flogging fakes of his gear

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      DAVID Beckham has won a £240million legal battle against dozens of online counterfeiters flogging fakes of his designer gear.The ex-England ace, 48, is a director of a firm which had been seeking up to £1.6million from each of 150 online sellers, mostly in Asia, profiting from the racket.David Beckham has won a big legal case against counterfeiters flogging rip-off versions of his merch onlineCredit: AFP – GettyBecks pictured doing his morning workout yesterdayCredit: InstagramDB Ventures looks after the star’s most lucrative deals and had filed a lawsuit in the US.Paperwork from the case shows the counterfeiters were selling via sites including Amazon, eBay and Etsy.The items included clothing, shirts and footwear, footballs, perfume, hair and bodycare products, posters, video games, eyewear, jewellery, and watches.The complaint said: “Their sale poses a real threat to DBV’s brand, and affects the sustainability of its business.READ MORE ON THE BECKHAMS“It also affects individuals and companies who unwittingly purchase them.”Their sale poses a real threat to DBV’s brandComplaint in David Beckham’s legal caseLast August Becks was granted a temporary injunction and asset freeze. The judge has now made them permanent.The court order also granted DBV’s motion for a default judgment against 44 of the defendants — awarding £8,000 for every infringement.The £352,000 total award is substantially less than the £240million Becks’ team were seeking from the 15 firms combined. Most read in FootballBut he will be pleased the counterfeiters must cease selling, as well as give up profits.DBV had hired trademark specialists The Sladkus Law Group to stop the dodgy sales.David Beckham reveals wife Victoria’s nasty accident in the gym with pic of her laid up at homePartner Jeffrey Sladkus explained in the filing that the sites were difficult to track as they never had the right address or phone number.He said legal threats was the only way to stop them.Meanwhile, Becks and wife Victoria shared weekend pics of themselves in the gym.David showed off his six-pack while Victoria wore grey activewear in the post to her 32million followers.The ex-Spice Girl joked: “Saturday workout with this fit guy! You’re welcome!!! Kisses.”Beckham’s official merch includes this fragranceCredit: The Fragrance ShopCounterfeit eyewear was also sold onlineVictoria joined him in the gym at the weekendCredit: Instagram More