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      Ultimate Formula 1 drivers rich list as Max Verstappen pulls clear of Lewis Hamilton with record-breaking salary

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      IT’S the most expensive sport in the world, so it’s no surprise top Formula 1 drivers boast eye-watering salaries.The likes of Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen and Lando Norris certainly enjoy a life in the fast line – with supercar collections, huge mansions and beautiful women.Max Verstappen was crowned a four-time world champ in Las Vegas last monthGeorge Russell with stunning girlfriend Carmen Montero MundtSunday saw the end of the 2024 season and Hamilton’s final race with Mercedes as he heads to childhood heroes Ferrari in the New Year.But all the drama has come away from the track, with Verstappen and Russell at war over an incident at the penultimate race of the campaign in Qatar on December 1.The Red Bull driver accused Russell of being “two-faced” with the stewards, while the Brit threw out “bullying” accusations back.Ahead of the off-season, we reveal the drivers at the top of the rich list – as the top 10 earners collected an estimated £248m combined.READ MORE F1 NEWS10) PIERRE GASLY £9MPierre comes from a family heavily involved in motorsportsPierre, 28, who made his debut in 2017, drives for Alpine and comes from a family heavily involved in motorsports.His salary was bumped up to £8m this season, with £1m in bonuses as he signed a contract extension in June to keep him with team until 2026. Pierre’s brand partnerships include headphone brand Blomm and Berger, The Grid, Destination Grand Prix, and Crypto Gaming.He is said to be dating Italian Caterina Masetti Zannini, who shares many of her lavish trips with Pierre on Instagram.Most read in Motorsport9) CARLOS SAINZ £15MSainz has been replaced by Hamilton after a great final season with FerrariF1 Bianca BustamanteThe Spanish ace was paid a reported £8m a year by Ferrari, who he joined in 2021 after successful stints with Renault and McLaren.And he is promised £9m in performance related bonuses, which he surely wrapped up with 27 podium finishes in 2024.But the 30-year-old has joined Williams after being replaced by Lewis Hamilton.Endorsements include Playstation, lager brand Estrella and German helmet manufacturer Schuberth.Away from the track he still feels the need for speed and his luxury car collection includes a McLaren 720S worth £800k and a £750K Ferrari 812.Time is of the essence too – with a high end watch collection worth millions, including a Roger Dubuis timepiece worth USD £205,000 and a Franck Muller watch worth £200,000.8) SERGIO PEREZ £15.3MSergio’s future at Red Bull is under threatSergio, 34, may not be the highest-paid driver on the grid, but he’s been amassing an impressive fortune since his debut in 2011.His estimated £62.4million net worth, which includes an £9.4million salary from Red Bull, makes him one of the richest athletes in the world.The Mexican signed a two-year contract extension in June, but he was nowhere near competitive for the rest of the season, slipping to eighth in the standings just a year after he finished as the runner-up to team-mate Verstappen. This has left his Red Bull future under threat.Checo reportedly owns a multi-million dollar 15,000-square-foot mansion in Mexico and supercars including a Bugatti Chiron, which cost around £2million.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season so far:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Sergio PerezFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and TBCHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon7) OSCAR PIASTRI £17MOscar Piastri has backed up his rookie season this yearThe 23-year-old is one the babies on the track, having come through the Renault Sports Academy and started his F1 career in 2021.As such, he actually earns LESS than the aforementioned drivers in salary (£5m) – but his staggering £13m in bonuses sees him climb the list.After a strong rookie season in 2023, Piastri was even better this year, claiming the first two Grand Prix victories of his career in Hungary and Azerbaijan and finishing fourth in the driver standings. He is set to race at least two more years for McLaren after signing a contract extension in September 2023, just days before he secured his first podium finish.The future is bright to the Aussie as he helped McLaren clinch their first Constructors’ Championship in 26 years.6) GEORGE RUSSELL £18MGeorge Russel’s has shot up through the ranks in recent yearsRussell is now the No1 driver at Mercedes after Hamilton’s exit – but he’s internal dominance this year had proved that anyway – as he signed an extension in August 2023.He now bags £11.7million a year from Mercedes, with a reported £7million in bonuses.Teenager Andrea Kimi Antonelli, 18, will step into Hamilton’s iconic shoes.Russell finished sixth in the standings and won two races, missing a third victory only because of a disqualification at Spa.5) CHARLES LECLERC £21MThe Frenchman earns £11.7m in salary at Ferrari as he welcomes HamiltonCredit: GettyLeclerc, who finished third in the driver standings this year, will welcome Hamilton to Ferrari next season.The Frenchman earns £11.7m in salary and his bonuses almost match that at £10m.He was part of another memorable tandem at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The 27-year-old took part in Friday’s practice session alongside his 24-year-old brother, Arthur—a Ferrari development driver—making them the first siblings ever to drive in F1 as teammates.4) FERNANDO ALONSO £21.5MThe 42-year-old owns homes in Oxford and SwitzerlandTwo-time world champion Fernando Alonso, 42, signed a new deal with Aston Martin in 2023 after finishing fourth in the standings.The Spanish star earns £18million in salary, while performance add-ons amount to around £3million. Unsurprisingly, Alonso likes his cars – he owns over 300 and some have even been put on display in the Fernando Alonso Sports Complex in Spain.The racer owns homes in Oxford and Switzerland, as well as an apartment in a 52-storey building in Dubai.3) LANDO NORRIS £27MAfter claiming P1 in the final race at Abu Dhabi, Norris declared: ‘Next year is my year’Norris wasn’t quite able to overtake Verstappen for the drivers’ title, but achieved 13 podium finishes this year.He did, however, take home a reported £9.4million in wages, and surely earned his whopping £18m in bonuses, as McLaren landed an unexpected constructors’ championship.Lando was born into wealth through dad Adam – who amassed a £205million fortune – and mum Cisca, from Belgium.After claiming P1 in the final race at Abu Dhabi on Sunday, Norris declared: “Next year is my year”.2) LEWIS HAMILTON £45MLewis Hamilton used to earn the most on the gridAfter years of dominance at Mercedes, Hamilton was the highest-paid driver in F1 – his contract with netted him £43million each year, and he’s estimated to be worth £270.9million.That figure is set to soar far higher, too, after it was revealed he will join the Scuderia in 2025 in a shock deal worth £100million.But the wage gulf between Hamilton and Verstappen has expanded after the changing of the guard moment in 2021.The seven-time world champion has numerous endorsement deals with the likes of Puma, Sony, Police, and Tommy Hilfiger.Hertfordshire-born Lewis, 39, is said to be raking in an additional £16.6million from these sponsorship deals.He also owns a £49.1million penthouse in New York, according to GQ, and a £19.1million six-bedroom home in London.1) MAX VERSTAPPEN £59MVerstappen is F1’s highest-paid driver on the trackUnderstandably, for the third straight year, Verstappen is F1’s highest-paid driver on the track.With estimated 2024 earnings of £59million, including a series-record £47million in salary to go with £12million in performance bonuses.The Dutchman had to wait until the season’s third-to-last Grand Prix, in Las Vegas, to lock up the championship, four races later than when he clinched in 2023.READ MORE SUN STORIESAs he’s only 27, industry experts predict his estimated £165million fortune will increase in the coming years.Last week, the Red Bull No.1 announced he is expecting a baby with partner Kelly Piquet, daughter of three-time F1 champ Nelson Piquet.The F1 driver announced the happy news with this picture on social media More

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      Who is Cole Palmer’s girlfriend Connie Grace and how long has she been dating the Chelsea midfielder?

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      COLE Palmer’s career is going from strength to strength, with awards in 2024 including PFA Young Player of the Year and England Player of the Year.Off the field he’s not doing so badly either — here we get to know his beautiful girlfriend Connie Grace.Cole Palmer and girlfriend Connie Grace looked elegant together at GQ’s Men of the YearWho is Connie Grace?Connie Grace is Chelsea and England player Cole Palmer’s girlfriend.She hails from the attacking midfielder’s hometown of Manchester.Connie is very popular on social media, with over 25k followers on Instagram and more than 11k on TikTok.Connie loves to share photos of herself travelling the world with her fanbase, with snapshots from locations including Bali and Dubai.read more on connie graceCareerConnie is currently employed as a beautician.She works at a salon based in Stockport.A full set of plain acrylic nails there would set you back a reasonable £35.Relationship timelineWhen Cole and Connie first hooked up hasn’t been reported.Most read in FootballTheir relationship came to light in July 2024, when Cole was spotted getting cosy with Connie off the coast of Ibiza.The pair were all smiles on their summer getaway — relaxing on a boat and riding the waves on a paddleboard together.Cole Palmer reveals he failed PE in hilarious interview as fans tell Chelsea star to consider going into comedyFollowing a frolic in the Mediterranean Sea, they hopped back on their luxury boat to dry off.Among Cole’s possessions onboard was red and white England speaker, which appeared to have his Three Lions shirt number, 24, printed on it.At the time a source told The Sun: “They are both young and just going with the flow and enjoying the summer together.”Cole and Connie pictured paddleboarding in July 2024Credit: SPlashThey were then photographed hand-in-hand at the PFA Young Player of the Year award in September.Next up they were snapped together at GQ Men of the Year, held at Kensington Roof Gardens.Connie joined Cole and his mum Marie at the high-profile event.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt was their photographic debut as a couple at a specific public appearance.Cole went for the timeless look of black tuxedo and bowtie, while Connie opted for a daring cut-out dress in the same colour. More

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      Who is West Ham striker Michail Antonio? Jamaica star ‘stable’ after horror car crash

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      WEST Ham striker Michail Antonio was taken to hospital following a horror car crash.A witness told The Sun they first saw car at 12.50pm on Saturday December 7, but the West Ham star wasn’t cut out by fire crews until around 1.45pm.The Hammers posted confirmation of the smash and an update on the star’s condition: “West Ham United can confirm that Michail Antonio is in a stable condition following a road traffic accident this afternoon in the Essex area. Wreckage from Michail Antonio’s horror crashCredit: X”Michail is conscious and communicating and is currently under close supervision at a central London hospital.“At this difficult time, we kindly ask everyone to respect the privacy of Michail and his family. “The Club will make no further comment this evening, but will issue a further update in due course.”Who is Michail Antonio?Born on March 28, 1990 in Wandsworth, South London, Antonio is 34-years-old.Starting his career at Tooting & Mitcham United, a non-league side, the attacker climbed the English footballing pyramid to the very top.After impressing in non-league, Antonio secured a move to Reading but spent the majority of his time on loan at other clubs. Loan spells with Cheltenham Town, Southampton, and Colchester led to the forward securing a permanent move after a loan with Sheffield Wednesday.Most read in FootballThe attacker scored 12 goals in 64 appearances for the Owls before making a £1.5 million move to Nottingham Forest.Michail Antonio celebrates scoring a stoppage time equaliser for ForestAntonio netted 16 goals in 50 appearances for Nottingham Forest, a record that caught the eye of Premier League team West Ham United.The Hammers signed the forward for £7 million in September 2015, completing Antonio’s rise to the elite of English football.West Ham United CareerSince his move, Antonio has established himself as West Ham’s all-time leading goalscorer in the Premier League.Furthermore, the attacker played a vital role in winning the 2023 Europa Conference League – the Hammers’ first major trophy in 43 years.Antonio has now scored 68 goals for the HammersCredit: GettyInitially, Antonio played a variety of roles in the squad – appearing as a right-back and a winger. Shortly, the attacker established himself as West Ham’s starting forward and remains a key member of the match day squad.International Playing CareerIn 2016, Antonio rejected the opportunity to play for the Jamaican national side and was called up to the England team by Sam Allardyce and Gareth Southgate.READ MORE SUN STORIESDespite being called up, the forward never made an appearance for the Lions and switched his allegiance to Jamaica in 2021.Now, the striker has five goals in 21 appearances for The Reggae Boyz. More

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      Who is West Ham striker Michail Antonio’s ex-wife and how many kids do the pair have?

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      HAMMERS striker Michail Antonio met his ex-wife Debbie Whittle in January 2011.The pair formed a strong relationship, growing from best friends to husband and wife, but split up after the birth of their fourth child.On December 7 2024, West Ham United confirmed Michail Antonio was involved in a horror car crash.Who is Michail Antonio’s ex-wife?On July 6 2017, the couple agreed to tie the knot before holding their wedding ceremony at Staffordshire stately home.In January 2024, Antonio appeared on the High Performance Podcast opening up about his recent divorce from his ex-wife and the role of therapy throughout his career. The striker said: “‘I was going through my divorce and stuff, and I honestly couldn’t get my head around it. “After we won, the whole team went out, the gaffer (David Moyes) went out, got steaming, a couple of boys didn’t sleep for two days, just got drunk for two days.Michail Antonio and his ex-wife Debbie Whittle on their fifth wedding anniversary”I was asleep on the coach and went back to the hotel. I was just mentally drained because of everything that was going on outside of my football and then I went back to the hotel and went to sleep while everyone was out partying.”It wasn’t until probably December where I was in a better place where I was like “Oh my God, I’ve won a European championship.”Antonio opened up about the pressure to perform for a new contract at the elite level.Most read in FootballHe said: “As soon as your life depends on it, as soon as you have people constantly berating you and criticising you, it becomes a job.”So, it doesn’t matter how good it is, it doesn’t matter how much you love the game, it becomes an actual job for you.”I started therapy because I was really struggling. And how I grew up, it was never a thing. I thought therapy was for crazy people. But therapy changed my life. “At first it was awkward, I’m not going to lie. You’re sat in the room, someone was there and goes, “How are you?””And your natural response is “Fine”. So, he’s like, ‘So why are you here?’ I was like, “To be honest, like, football, I’m struggling with football, I split up with my missus”.’How many children does Michail Antonio have?The Hammers striker likes to keep his private life out of the public eye but it is known that he has four children with ex-wife Debbie.Junior, Miles and Myla have all featured on Antonio’s social media.In June 2020, the striker announced the birth of his fourth child with Debbie Whittle. During lockdown, Antonio home-schooled his eldest three children whilst juggling the birth of his youngest.The West Ham striker and his family on Christmas eveHe said: “I’ve got three kids and my wife was pregnant until she had a baby on Sunday, so it was difficult home schooling and getting the time to go for runs and stuff.”But knowing that the season was going to get back on, we just needed to get on top of it and ensure we stayed fit because we knew we weren’t going to have much time to get back into it.“Aaaarghhhhh! I feel like home schooling should be a torture! “If someone is doing something wrong, you should send kids to them and go ‘teach these kids!’ because, do you know what, it was the hardest thing I’ve done in my life and it made me emotional. “Teachers, I appreciate you!”Horror car crashOn December 7 2024, West Ham United confirmed the striker had been involved in a horror car crash.In a post on X, they wrote: “West Ham United can confirm striker Michail Antonio has today been involved in a road traffic accident.”The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the Club are with Michail, his family and friends at this time.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The Club will issue an update in due course.”Photographs from the scene showed extensive damage to the front of the vehicle. More

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      Who is Jakob Ingebrigtsen’s father Gjert?

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      NORWEGIAN middle and long-distance runners Jakob, Filip and Henrik have all become champions under the tutelage of their dad Gjert. But since stepping down as their coach, his Olympian sons have accused him of mental and physical abuse — here’s what we know.Gjert Ingebrigtsen coached his sons Jakob, Filip and Henrik until 2022Credit: AlamyAll three have alleged that their father exhibited abusive behaviourCredit: NikeWho is Gjert Ingebrigtsen?Gjert Ingebrigtsen is the father and former coach of Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen and his brothers, who are also professional athletes.Respected for coaching his sons to international success in middle-distance running, he has recently become the subject of serious allegations and legal proceedings.Gjert coached his sons Jakob, Filip and Henrik until 2022.Remarkable successUnder his dad’s guidance, Jakob achieved remarkable success, including winning gold in the 5,000m at Paris 2024 and becoming a two-time world champion in the same distance.more on Jakob IngebrigtsenHis other sons also excelled, with Henrik and Filip both claiming European 1500m championships in 2012 and 2016 respectively.In 2022, Gjert stepped from coaching his sons for ‘medical reasons’ after Jakob secured the 1500m gold at the Tokyo Olympics.Abuse allegationsIn November 2023, Jakob and his siblings publicly accused their father of abusive behaviour, with the allegations outlined in Norwegian newspaper VG.The brothers expressed ongoing feelings of “discomfort and fear” regarding their father, describing him as “very aggressive and controlling”.Most read in AthleticsThese allegations led to legal action against Gjert Ingebrigtsen.Legal chargesIn April 2024, Gjert Ingebrigtsen was charged with physical abuse by Norwegian authorities.I was a reality TV star dubbed the ‘cardio Kim Kardashian’ – now I’m making my own way and targeting Olympic goldOn November 29, 2024, Gjert was indicted by the Norwegian public prosecutor’s office for physical and mental abuse of Jakob Ingebrigtsen.The trial is expected to take place in the first half of 2025, with the prosecution requesting at least 30 days for the proceedings.Gjert Ingebrigtsen’s denialsSince the allegations were first made, Gjert Ingebrigtsen has consistently denied any wrongdoing.Through his legal representatives, he has maintained that he does not accept criminal responsibility for the accusations.Henrik Ingebrigtsen (left) with his brothers Jakob and Filip (right)Credit: AFPGjert’s lawyers John Christian Elden and Heidi Reisvang said in a statement: “Gjert Ingebrigtsen maintains what he has said all along, that he does not admit criminal guilt for the offences he has been charged with and that he has never subjected any of his children to either physical or mental abuse.”DevelopmentsThe case has seen some developments since the initial charges were made.While Gjert currently faces one charge, five additional allegations were dismissed due to insufficient evidence.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnother was dropped due to time limitations.Mette Yvonne Larsen, representing the Ingebrigtsen children, has indicated that they intend to appeal at least one of the dismissed cases. More

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      Who is BBC snooker and ITV sports presenter Seema Jaswal?

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      Seema Jaswal has an outstanding CV in sports broadcasting with appearances across ITV and BBC sports coverage. The 39-year-old from Richmond became the first female presenter to present a Men’s World Cup Quarter final for a UK broadcaster – Morocco vs Portugal for ITV at Qatar 2022.Jaswal also spent three years working for Channel 5’s The Wright StuffNow, Jaswal works with Premier League productions on their global Matchday Live coverage and makes appearances across a wide array of sporting events.ITV employed Jaswal for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, working as a reporter.Since, Jaswal has covered the Premier League, Cricket World Cup, Euro 2020, FA Cup, and 2022 FIFA World Cup.. Jaswal is expected to get involved in more snooker coverageThe presenter has the CV of dreams when it comes to sports broadcasting. Having presented the World Snooker Championship with the BBC, Jaswal is ecurrently on snooker fans’ screens at the UK Championships 2024.She also appeared on Channel 4’s coverage of the BDO Darts and the BBC for Snooker’s Triple Crown events.How old is Seema Jaswal?Jaswal has now been in TV and radio for over a decade, starting her career as a runner for Sky Sports.That is after she got her big break on CBBC presenting Newsround as Sportsround’s ‘roving reporter’ in 2008.Most read in Euro 2024Born in 1985, she is currently 39 years old. Is Seema Jaswal married?Seema’s maiden name is Pathan but she likes to keep her private life out of the public eye.Former England boss Fabio Capello says ‘fear’ will end Euro 2024 dream as he identifies player as the weakest linkShe is married but prefers to keep her husband out the limelight. More

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      Who is YuddyGangTV aka Elijah Smith and when will he be fighting Ree Moo aka Lil CraCra on Misfits 19 Qatar Supercard?

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      ELIJAH Smith is an American boxer and influencer who is also known as YuddyGangTV.The star will be taking on his boxing nemesis Ree Moo, also known as Lil CraCra, on the Misfits 19 Qatar Supercard.Elijah Smith became famous for videos where he would eat massive amounts of foodCredit: YouTubeElijah is one of the highest ranked lightweight boxers at MisfitsCredit: YouTubeElijah will be taking on Ree Moo AKA Lil CraCraCredit: YouTubeOnline superstardomElijah is a lightweight boxer who was born on July 22, 1992.The star has made a name for himself on TikTok when he began sharing skits and hilarious videos on the platform. Most social media users will recognise him from videos where he takes part in gargantuan mukbangs.Mukbangs originated in South Korean and are events where YouTubers eat massive amounts of food. Read More on BoxersOn YouTube, Elijah also takes fans behind the scenes of his boxing career and often shares videos of himself training.His work ethic has clearly paid off, as he now has 6.3 million followers on TikTok and 232,000 subscribers on YouTube (as of November 2024).On the Misfits cardElijah will appear on the Misfits 19 Qatar Supercard.He is the second highest ranked lightweight boxer on the ticket, just after the raining champion Deen the Great. Most read in BoxingHis rival, Lil CraCra, is the third highest ranked lightweight boxer at Misfits. Misfits is a boxing promotion company founded in August 2022, which became famous in sporting circles for holding influencer boxing events.The brand’s CEO is the YouTuber KSI, who is also a successful boxer.Long-running feud Elijah will take on Lil CraCra AKA Ree Moo on November 28, 2024. Ree Moo is a Filipino-American boxer who has had a similar career to Elijah.He also made a name for himself online, though his online content is more fitness-focused than Elijah’s comedic videos.Despite their similarities, the pair have very different boxing styles. Ree Moo favours the Southpaw stance, a left-handed position which is the complete reverse of Elijah’s right-handed Orthodox stance.The pair have clashed previously but neither one has been able to get an advantage over the other. READ MORE SUN STORIESThey were meant to clash on March 23, 2023, but the fight was cancelled and their second match on May 25, 2024, ended in a split decision.Fans can watch the tie-breaking match between Elijah and Ree Moo when it streams on DAZN. More

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      Who is Roy Keane’s daughter Leah and which England star is she engaged to?

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      ROY Keane joked that his daughter’s marriage could yet be cancelled after her fiancé scored on his England debut against Ireland in the Nation’s League.Here’s everything we know about Keano’s daughter Leah and her future husband — a rising star in the Three Lions set-up.Roy Keane with his daughter LeahCredit: officialkeane16 / InstagramWho is Leah Keane?Leah Keane is the daughter of former Manchester United and Republic of Ireland footballer Roy Keane.The former Red Devils captain has five children with his wife Theresa Doyle — Shannon, Caragh, Aidan, Leah and Alanna.Roy met his wife in 1992, when the midfielder was playing for Nottingham Forest under Brian Clough.Despite her initially not seeming impressed with “Roy Keane, the great footballer”, the couple eventually got together and married three years later.read more on roy keaneThe happy couple tied the knot in a private ceremony at the Church of Our Lady Crowned in Keane’s hometown of Mayfield, Cork, in 1997.Roy and Theresa went on to have five children together – with Roy referring to Leah as No4.She was born on July 12.The former midfielder has got Leah’s name tattooed on his right arm – along with that of his other four other children.Most read in FootballHowever, his wife’s name is not included in his inkings.Roy reportedly said: “The wife did ask me why didn’t I get hers.Man Utd ace Roy Keane declares WAR on noisy neighbours who use their leaf blowers before 8am”I said, ‘They’ll always be my kids but you won’t necessarily always be my wife,’ which she wasn’t too pleased about.”When he retired in 2006, before going into management, Roy initially planned on spending more time with his family.He wrote in his autobiography: “My plan when I first stopped was, we’re going to go on some family trips, we’re going to be like the Waltons.”We’re all going to spend time together, go walk in the park and after a month or two they didn’t have the same plan as me so I think they were kind of missing me going to work.Things can change very quickly in the Keane householdRoy KeaneITV”I got offered the job at Sunderland and I was away on a family holiday and my family were looking at me… not saying it directly but going we kind of enjoy your company but not too much of it so when the job came back up they were saying you should go for it.”Engagement to Taylor Harwood-BellisIn November 2024, Leah gained media attention due to her engagement to Taylor Harwood-Bellis.The defender plays for Southampton, having moved there from Manchester City, where he rose through the ranks of the academy from age six.Leah Keane is engaged to Taylor Harwood-BellisCredit: GettyTaylor captained England Under-21s to Euros glory in 2023, and was handed his first senior call-up by Lee Carsley in November 2024.He comes from a sporting family — the defender’s uncle Steve is Stockport’s president, and his twin sister Becky was a top basketball player.And his football-mad father Martin was Stockport’s mascot Vernon Bear for many a year.Asked about his family, starting with his costume-wearing dad, Taylor said: “He did it a few times to be fair, it wasn’t just once.Taylor Harwood-Bellis of England celebrating his goal against IrelandCredit: Rex“He must have been good at it. It was sad to see him stop.“My sister doesn’t play any more but she represented Great Britain. She was good at basketball. We’re a sporty family.”Funny future father-in-lawOn November 17, 2024, after Taylor scored against Ireland on his senior England debut, heading in the fifth in the 5-0 Wembley win, Roy mad a wisecrack about the defender marrying his daughter — or not.Roy Keane pictured with his children in 2000Credit: EmpicsITV host Mark Pougatch joked to Roy that the Southampton defender would be discussing his goal over Christmas dinner — especially as it took the Irishman three years to score for his country.But Roy immediately quipped back: “Bittersweet for me, this.”It [the wedding] is not done and dusted yet!”Things can change very quickly in the Keane household.READ MORE SUN STORIES”No, he’s a really nice kid, his family have done a good job.”It’s nice for him, it’s good for him, he’s a bit of a goal threat.” More