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    Shamed referee David Coote seen for first time since being sacked as Premier League referee

    SHAMED ref David Coote was seen yesterday for the first time since he was sacked.The 42-year-old wore a hoodie and tracksuit bottoms for a visit to the gym.Shamed ref David Coote was seen yesterday for the first time since his sacking, as he was pictured heading to the gymCredit: BackGridThe loss of Coote’s career is set to cost the glum-looking ref £1m over the next few years in loss of earningsCredit: BackGridReferees body, The PGMOL sacked Coote on Monday after probing his rants and drug use, based on evidence from The SunCredit: PADespite having no games to officiate, Coote enjoyed a weights and cardio session.Coote has been lying low near his Midlands home since a video emerged of him calling ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp a “German c***”. He was then filmed snorting white powder at Euro 2024.Referees body the PGMOL, who examined evidence provided by The Sun, sacked him on Monday following a probe into his sweary rants and white powder abuse.READ MORE ON DAVID COOTEThe Sun also told how he allegedly arranged a drugs party during Tottenham’s Carabao Cup win over Manchester City on October 30.Coote was then the subject of a new probe over allegedly issuing a yellow card to order. A separate independent Football Association investigation is ongoing.The loss of Coote’s career is set to cost him £1m over the next few years in loss of earnings.Most read in FootballThe top-flight ref was filmed snorting white powder at Euro 2024The former ref was looking glum as he made his way to and from the gym sessionCredit: BackGridDespite having no games to officiate, the 42-year-old enjoyed a weights and cardio sessionCredit: BackGridCoote sent messages arranging a drugs party in a Travelodge for after a cup game between Tottenham and Manchester CityCredit: BackGridCoote has been lying low near his Midlands homeCredit: BackGridThe shamed ref, seen here getting into his car after his gym outing, has also been the subject of a new probe over allegedly issuing a yellow card to orderCredit: BackGridMoment scandal-hit Prem ref David Coote snorts white powder in shocking video during Euro 2024 More

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    Tyson Fury receives ominous body transformation warning from ex-world champ as do-or-die Usyk rematch nears

    TYSON FURY has been warned his drastic body transformation for his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk could work against him.Photos emerging from Fury’s training camp appear to suggest he’s carrying more weight for next month’s do-or-die Saudi showdown.Tyson Fury renews his rivalry with Oleksandr Usyk on December 21Credit: PAThe Gypsy King looks to be carrying more weight for the boutCredit: INSTAGRAM@KEVINLERENABut former Brit world champ Duke McKenzie has warned Fury carrying too much size could work against himCredit: GETTYThe Gypsy King may have decided to come in heavier in order to rough Usyk up in their Riyadh rumble.But former Brit world champion Duke McKenzie reckons the added size could end up working against the Wythenshawe warrior.He told GiveMeSport: “If he puts on more weight and thinks to himself ‘I’m going to bully Usyk this time, I’m going to go in and walk him down, I’ll be able to take his shots because I’m that much bigger’, it’s not going to work for him.”He’s going to be slower, he’s going to be more predictable, he’s going to get hit more and a lot sooner…READ MORE ON FURY VS USYK 2″Usyk wins the rematch all day long, I can’t see how Tyson Fury beats him.”Fury’s lifestyle outside of the ring is also a concern for former three-weight world champ McKenzie: “He [Fury] doesn’t live, eat, walk and talk the sport.”But you’re supposed to, in-between fights is where fights are won and lost.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We know Fury blows up, puts on a load of weight between fights and then he has got to get rid of all that weight again.Most read in Boxing”Now, they’re trying to tell us that Fury is going to be bigger and better. Bigger and better isn’t going to beat Usyk. It’s really not.”Usyk Vs Fury 2 Launch Event entrancesMcKenzie reckons Fury doesn’t stand a chance of knocking slick southpaw Usyk out, adding: “This guy is unbeaten, so you have to look for chinks in his armour.”Has this guy got a bad engine? Does he get cut? Does he go down?”Does he have to get up off the floor to win fights? “Usyk doesn’t have to do any of them, he’s never shown any vulnerability.”Fury, 36, suffered a split decision defeat to Usyk in their first desert dust-up in May, in which he was knocked down in the ninth round.And he’s adamant he won’t let the Ukrainian hear the final bell, saying: “I’m going to roll the dice and it’s going to be you or me.Tyson Fury has vowed to be killed or be killed in his rematch with Oleksandr UsykCredit: GETTY”Best foot forward and swing away.”I’ve never been afraid to get knocked spark out. I’ve always put it on the line every time.”He continued: “There’s no secret! I’m going in there to knock you out. Because I don’t think I’m going to get a decision no matter what I do.”I don’t think I’m going to get a boxing decision.READ MORE SUN STORIES”So I’m going to have to take it out of the judges’ hands like I did in America that time [against Deontay Wilder].”And I’ve got to get him out of there. Hand on heart, I have to get him out of there to see victory.” More

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    Misfits Boxing star Swarmz in stunning FIVE-STONE weight loss after ditching cheeseburgers for healthy diet

    RAPPER Swarmz has lost a sensational FIVE-STONE after ditching cheeseburgers for a healthy boxing diet. The recording artist was thrust into the influencer boxing scene in August 2022 when he fought superstar KSI on two weeks notice.Rapper Swarmz has lost five stone since boxingCredit: ReutersHe is now ripped at 12st 5lbSwarmz weighed 17st 6lb when he first walked into the boxing gym – now he is fighting at 12st 5lb. The singer returns on Thursday in Qatar against boxer Luis Pineda – the man KSI beat also beat on the same night as Swarmz’s debut. And he told SunSport in Doha: “I’m always prepared, ready, coaches are always training me. “This was a last-minute fight but I’m always ready, stay ready, born ready.READ MORE IN BOXING”I feel like boxing itself mentally makes you disciplined and since I started boxing, I bang out gym everyday. “My occupation before this was music and I do gym more than music now. I feel like it’s in my blood now.” Gone are the days of a Big Mac and fries for Swarmz, who now lives off a slither of salmon and vegetables.He said: “Diet’s been good. Now I’m used to it, it’s my sixth fight. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”When I first started, not gonna lie it’s very hard to try block out cheeseburgers and stuff like that.” But he said with a grin: “Sometimes you can eat bad… but you’ve gotta work harder in the gym!” Swarmz has been rapping since 2017 but reveals just his two years in boxing has been way tougher. He said: “It’s not even a question. I’ve done football as well, boxing is the hardest thing I’ve ever done. “It takes long to learn, I’ve only been in it two years, I’m gonna learn more along the way but it’s been a great journey.” Misfits Boxing star Salt Papi was fighting BLIND before £6,000 eye surgery and opens up on THREE STONE transformation More

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    Tyson Fury teases drastic body transformation ahead of Usyk rematch in hint at new game plan

    TYSON FURY looks on course to be significantly HEAVIER for his do-or-die rematch with Oleksandr Usyk.The Gypsy King renews his rivalry with the slick southpaw in a second successive Saudi showdown next month.Tyson Fury renews his rivalry with Oleksandr Usyk on December 21Credit: GETTYThe Gypsy King suffered a split decision defeat in their undisputed showdown in MayCredit: GETTYFury tipped the scales at 18 stone, seven pounds for the pair’s first meetingCredit: GETTYBut he looks to be significantly bigger for the do-or-die rematchCredit: INSTAGRAM@KEVINLERENAFury suffered a split decision defeat in the pair’s Riyadh rumble in May, in which he was almost knocked in the ninth round.The 36-year-old has been hard at work in the gym since suffering his first professional defeat.And he looks to be significantly bigger for his second desert dust-up with the undefeated Ukrainian.Fury gave his 6.9 million Instagram followers a sneak peek at his physique for the fight by posting a snap of him tensing in the ring after a hard workout.READ MORE ON UYSK VS FURY IIHis accompanying caption read: “Friday be like!!!”Sparring partner Kevin Lerena, however, gave fans a further glimpse at Fury’s fight frame.The South African heavyweight shared a post-sparring snap of himself and the Wythenshawe warrior to his own Instagram.And Fury looked to be carrying significantly more mass on his frame than he did for his May melee with two-weight champion Usyk.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBoxing fans were quick to comment on both pictures, with one saying: “He looks heavy.”Another said: “In excellent shape. Wilder 2 vibes.”Tyson Fury responds to pleas to remove dad John from his training teamFury let out a war cry in this pictureCredit: instagram @tysonfuryAnd another said: “My word. Fury looks massive.”One remarked: “He is huge.”Another chimed in: “Damn he’s HUGEEEE!”Fury could be plotting to come in heavier than the whopping 18 stone, seven pounds he weighed in May in order to implement a more physical fight on Usyk.Tying up, clinching and making the former cruiserweight king carry his weight, as he did in his historic 2015 win over Wladimir Klitschko, could be a viable route to victory against the unified heavyweight king.Tyson Fury has vowed to exact his revenge on Oleksandr UsykCredit: GETTYFury hurt Usyk in the seventh round of their meeting and is confident of exacting his revenge in their second dance.He roared on Instagram: “Four weeks to go, ’til the biggest fight of the year.”The biggest fight in boxing, me and Usyk.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And I’m coming in hot. I’m coming in HOT! “Can’t wait. 21st of December, the belts are going to be mine again.” More

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    Marcus Rashford takes up new sport to keep in top condition for Man Utd

    FOOTBALLER Marcus Rashford is fighting fit — after taking up boxing and mixed martial arts.The Manchester United and England striker, 27, has been working out in a boxing gym.Marcus Rashford is taking up martial arts to get in peak conditionCredit: GettyHe has also had sessions with a trainer who specialises in Muay Thai, a form of martial arts favoured by cage fighters.Rashford was left out of the England squad for this month’s Nations League games. Instead, he went to New York and watched a UFC cage fight and basketball game.A source said: “Marcus has really started to get into fighting in recent years. READ MORE MARCUS RASHFORD“He’s always enjoyed watching boxing with his mates but he’s also developed an interest in MMA as the sport has become more popular.“The club know and have no problem with it.“They just think it’s great extra fitness training.”Rashford is hoping to win the favour of new head coach Ruben Amorim, who backed his recent trip to New York.Most read in FootballThe Manchester United forward is looking to impress his new bossCredit: PAHow Ruben Amorim will resurrect Marcus Rashford’s Man United career with subtle position change More

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    How YouTube star AnEsonGib went from ‘obese’ 17 STONE gamer to ‘seven-figure’ boxing paydays after body transformation

    YOUTUBER AnEsonGib went from overweight video gamer to receiving “seven-figure” paydays as a shredded boxer. The social media star – real name Ali Loui Al-Fakhari and nicknamed Gib – has been a pioneer of the celebrity-style crossover boxing bouts.YouTuber AnEsonGib went from overweight video gamer to boxerHe dramatically transformed his bodyCredit: @AnEsonGib
    Gib broke down the secrets behind his transformationCredit: @AnEsonGib
    Gib is 6-1 as a crossover boxing starCredit: @AnEsonGib
    He once weighed as much as 17 STONE and admits to being “obese” – but is now fighting fit both mentally and physically.Gib told SunSport: “Back then when I was fat, I thought I was hench! “I’d have my top off and think, ‘Yeah, the abs are underneath it, the abs are underneath it!”But I remember I went to the gym, I was weak. Just kept trying to keep training and training and training, but yeah, physically the change is nice.READ MORE IN BOXING”But it’s more up here that has changed the most, and that’s what I’m proudest of, the mentality change, not the physical change.”Gib now fights at the super-middleweight boxing limit of 12st following a stunning FIVE STONE body transformation.And he credits ditching fast food and hiring a diet specialist for his remarkable turnaround. Gib said: “Of course, I’ve been consistent over the years, seven years I’ve been consistent, but the biggest change when I saw physically is when I got a nutritionist on board.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”As soon as I got a nutritionist and the diet was right, sleep was right, water intake was good, because I used to just order Deliveroo.”I said, ‘Yeah, Nando’s, do I deserve chips today or mashed potatoes?’ I just order and I think I’m being healthy.Tommy Fury and Darren Till clash at Misfits Boxing press conference “But once I got a nutritionist on board and my meals were prepared, that was the biggest change physically.”Gib returns to the ring after a year out to make his debut on Misfits Boxing – home of crossover fights – against Slim Albaher.The two look to settle years of feuding on Thursday, November 28 in Qatar live on DAZN PPV.And despite all the years of hard work and sacrifice to shed the pounds, Gib plans to celebrate victory by eating his way back to obesity.He said: “I’m trying to make weight, so right now all I’m f***ing thinking about is what am I eating in Qatar? What am I eating in Qatar?”So right now, I’m thinking I wanna get to 100kg. I don’t care about this physique, I wanna get fat! “But in general, I kinda keep good, maybe 6 days a week, snacks here and there, but now I wanna go obese. I wanna be big. “I wanna be big after this fight, that’s my goal.” Gib lost to Jake Paul in 2020Credit: Getty Images – GettyThe YouTuber is one of the biggest pioneers in crossover boxingCredit: @AnEsonGib
    Gib, 28, has a record of six wins with only one loss, coming to Jake Paul, 27, on his professional debut in 2020.Opponent Slim, 30, meanwhile is unbeaten in seven fights as a champion of the Misfits circuit headed up by KSI.And the American has warned his rivalry with Gib is “personal” – but the feeling is not mutual. Gib responded: “Personal? No. Why would I find it personal?”I’m just fighting the guy and come to box him and fight him. There’s nothing personal about this.”Slim doesn’t have anything to do with my life outside of this fight. So it shows that I’m clearly on his mind a lot.”It’s ‘personal’? It’s just business for me, I’m coming to chin him. I’m coming to take away his record. “I’m coming to embarrass the Misfits champion. So that’s what I’m coming to do.”The former FIFA gamer has adopted the moniker “seven-figure Gibber” due to his demand in the influencer boxing scene. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut is he making £1million to fight Slim? “Something along those lines,” Gib says with a chuckle.Gib fights Slim Albaher on DAZN PPVCredit: Misfits Boxing More

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    Inside Jake Paul’s THREE STONE heavyweight body transformation from eating 4,000 calories to training three times a day

    JAKE PAUL has been on a diet of 4,000 calories and three training sessions a day to get himself up to heavyweight.The YouTuber-turned-boxer faces the legendary Mike Tyson on Friday in Texas in a clash that has come under criticism amid the age gap. Jake Paul showed off his heavyweight frameCredit: SportsfileHe hit the scales at 227.2lb (16st 2lb)Credit: SportsfileJake Paul as fought as low as 185lbCredit: GettyHe has put on over three stone from his lowest weight till nowCredit: @jakepaulNot only does it mark Netflix’s first move into streaming live boxing but also Paul’s first fight at heavyweight. Helping him pile on the pounds outside of the kitchen has been esteemed strength and conditioning coach Larry Wade. And Wade told SunSport: “I wish I could sit here and say I did it by myself. I didn’t. “Jake has nutritionist and he has other guys here that help us as well.READ MORE IN BOXING”And so we put our hands together and came up with a nutritional plan along with a strength conditioning plan, along with a boxing plan of what it would take – not only to get the weight – but to also be able to carry the power up and distribute it through the weight.”And I think all those guys did a really good job of doing that.”Paul has enjoyed a diet of pizza, pasta and steaks in camp to fight Tyson – fuelling his exhausting training schedule. Wade said on the calorie count: “It can’t be any less than 3,500 and 4,000 because it’s a lot of work.Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I mean, he has two or three sessions a day from lifting to boxing and then to running to riding bikes. “He has a long day ahead of him. So he had to get that many in.”Meet Jake Paul’s secret weapon in training to fight Mike Tyson with sparring so good he is paying DOUBLE Wade joined Paul’s camp following his first and so far only loss, to Tommy Fury, 25, in February 2023 which was set at 185lb (13st 2lb). He stayed at the weight to beat ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 39, scoring a knockdown but going the ten round distance. Paul’s three victories since have been at the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lb and all finishing inside the distance. Now he is up at heavyweight weighing 227.2lb (16st 2lb) – THREE STONE heavier than when Wade first started working with Paul.And the American fitness guru warned Paul will never fight any lower than cruiserweight again.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: He said: “Absolutely not, no reason to. At 185, he’s still strong, but he has so much more power at 200.”And you can see that when he fought Nate Diaz at 185 he put Nate Diaz down but he didn’t put them out of here.”After that point he went back to 200, he knocked everybody else’s out.”Paul does plan to drop back down to cruiserweight – but Wade reckons he does have the makings of a heavyweight. He said: “If he wanted to, he could. It’s just a matter of what’s best for him. It it much harder to go to heavyweight? Absolutely it is. READ MORE SUN STORIES”But he’s 27, when you’re 32 it might be easier to go to heavyweight and it not be a problem to hold the weight. “Right now, we’re having to work a little bit to make it stick.” Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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    Who is Mario Barrios’ girlfriend Omayra Liliane Figueroa? Sister of WBC World Featherweight champ Brandon Figueroa

    OMAYRA Liliane Figueroa is a fitness trainer, influencer and entrepreneur with close ties to a number of boxers — her boyfriend and brothers are pro pugilists.She’ll be cheering her man Mario Barrios on when he faces Abel Ramos on the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson undercard — here we take a look at the social media personality’s life, career, achievements and relationship.Omayra Liliane Figueroa is a fitness trainer, influencer and entrepreneurCredit: instagram @omayralilianeCounting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: Who is Omayra Liliane Figueroa?Omayra Liliane Figueroa is a multifaceted personality in the worlds of social media and boxing.She is known for her close associations with prominent fighters.Beyond her connections with fighters, Omayra has carved out her own niche in the fitness and wellness industries.As an influencer, she has amassed a significant following on Instagram, with almost 45,000 followers as of November 13, 2024.read more on influencersJake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tipsHer bio reads: “Fitness Trainer. Forever Gyming. Latina&Proud. MBA. Nutritionist. Nature lover. God above all.”Another pic she posted is captioned with: “I will never try to fit in. I will never try to be like anyone else. I love being different. I love being unique in my own way.”I will always be proud of who I am, what I stand for and where I come from. Will always remain grounded and grateful for even the air that I breathe.”Most read in BoxingShe also owns a gym and works as a trainer, looking after elite athletes including her professional boxer brothers and other sportspeople.As if that’s not enough of an impressive CV, Omayra is also an entrepreneur who owns a juice bar, showcasing her interest in nutrition.Countdown Jake Paul vs Mike TysonFamily background and boxing connectionsOmayra comes from a well-established boxing family.Her father is Omar Figueroa Sr, a veteran boxer and coach.She has two brothers who are professional pugilists — Omar Figueroa Jr, a former WBC lightweight champion, and Brandon Figueroa, the current WBC featherweight champion.Despite her own rising profile, Omayra remains a steadfast supporter of her brothers’ boxing careers, frequently attending their fights.She is also in a relationship with boxer Mario Barrios.I will never try to fit in. I will never try to be like anyone else. I love being different. I love being unique in my own way.Omayra Liliane FigueroaInstagramRelationship with Mario BarriosOmayra is in a relationship with Mario Barrios, the 28-year-old WBC welterweight champion.When they started dating and how they got together hasn’t been publicly revealed.On April 2, 2024, the couple announced they were expecting a baby girl on social media.Expressing her excitement on Instagram, Omayra posted: “To my bby daddy @boxer_barrios haha thank you for all that you do for us and for being the man that you are.”I have no doubt you’re going to be a great father to our bby girl.”She’s going to have some wild ass parents but I know both of us will do the best that we can to give her a great adventurous life.”Omayra is in a relationship with WBC welterweight champ Mario BarriosCredit: GettyOn August 19, 2024, Omayra gave birth to a healthy baby girl named Luna Sofia Barrios.The couple shared the news on their social media accounts, posting pictures of their newborn daughter and expressing their joy and gratitude.Omayra wrote: “Baby girl you’ve been such a blessing “8.19.24 was the day my super blue moon baby was born. Way before her due day but on a day with a lot of meaning “I’m so obsessed with her and in love with being her mommy. Thank you for choosing us as your parents and being so perfect.”Can’t wait to teach you so many things and continue to watch you grow.”Omayra and Mario have welcomed their first childCredit: instagram @omayralilianePacquiao v Thurman weigh-in incidentShe gained widespread attention in July 2019 during a weigh-in event for her brother Omar Figueroa Jr v Yordenis Ugas.Her presence unexpectedly became the main attraction.Media coverage, including that of the Mayweather channel, focused heavily on her outfit, even zooming in on her and excluding the fighters from view.Omayra addressed the incident in a video she made a few days later, stating: “I didn’t do it on purpose. It was nothing planned. I didn’t even do anything on stage…”I know a lot of people started judging me, because I’m a female and I’m in the boxing scene, I train my brother…”She added: “And the outfit, it’s not a jumpsuit, by the way. It’s leggings and a crop top from Gym Shark, which is a fitness apparel brand…”I did not wear that on purpose, I was in there all week for my brother and I literally packed just gym clothes.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I don’t know if it is because I’m a female and it is boxing scene and it’s usually surrounded by men.”So, I don’t know if that was shocking to people or if it was just that I am Omar’s sister, or just I was on stage, or who is she?” More