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    Inside the weird world of Mike Tyson from smoking toad venom, blowing $300million and staring death in the face

    MIKE TYSON’S world has included smoking psychedelics, running a cannabis empire and perhaps most surprisingly of all, now boxing again.The heavyweight icon is on the verge of returning to the ring 15 years after retiring on his stool. Mike Tyson runs a cannabis empire after his retirement from boxingCredit: Refer to CaptionTyson recouped his wealth through cannabisCredit: Social Media – Refer to SourceNow he is back in boxing once moreCredit: GettyTyson faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul on November 15 in Texas in a controversial clash slammed by many for the 30-year age gap.The youngest heavyweight champion of all time, aged just 20 when he won the belt, did have an exhibition with Roy Jones Jr in 2020. That was just a year after he first smoked TOAD VENOM in a bid to treat his substance addiction.The practise involves venom being extracted from the glands of the Sonoran Desert toad, dried into a crystalline substance and smoked in a pipe.READ MORE IN BOXINGEffects range from easing depression and post-traumatic stress disorder to panic, dysphoria and the complete loss of one’s sense of self.Tyson’s first toad venom smoking ceremony lasted 20 minutes and left him fearing for his life.Gerardo Sandoval, a pioneer for the practise, told The Times: “At the beginning he thought he was actually dying. He was demanding that I make it stop. “He launched himself towards me. He tried to give me a punch, then the toad fully grabbed him and he fell. It gave him a knockout. Most read in BoxingWhat is toad venom? By Jude EphsonToad venom is an extremely powerful natural psychedelic that is secreted in the glands of Colorado River toads. These toads are also referred to as the Sonoran Desert toad.In the 1980s, people used to lick these Colorado River toads to experience a hallucinogenic effect from the toad’s venom, which contained 5-MEO-DMT.Subsequently, people have now moved on from licking toads for their venom to smoking toad venom, in order to experience the widely-acclaimed psychedelic or hallucinogenic effect associated with the toad venom.The effects of this powerful venom begin within 30 seconds of ingestion and take full effect within 5 minutes.After this period, the user gets physically incapacitated for about 30 minutes.The effects of the fast-acting psychedelic substance take place within five minutes after ingestion.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“What Mike went through was almost like a rebirth. He stoppedtaking antipsychotic and sleeping pills because he wasn’t sad or angryany more. “He started to lose weight, he changed his diet, he shiftedinto a healthier mode of living.”Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fightTyson has now smoked the toad over 50 times since his frightening first experience.Iron Mike has also made fortunes from a cannabis empire of his own.There was once a time he filed for bankruptcy having blown through $300MILLION (£230m) during his prizefighting career. But he recouped his wealth in retirement as a pop culture icon, featuring in films like comedy classic The Hangover. He then ventured into the marijuana business and his company’s chief executive claimed they did nine figures in revenue last year.And his wealth is set to rocket up another $40m (£30m) when he shares the ring with 10-1 Paul over eight two-minute rounds. They were initially due to fight on July 20 but Tyson was forced to pull out after suffering a stomach ulcer flare up during a flight.Tyson is boxing’s youngest heavyweight world championCredit: GettyHe blew through $300m in his boxing careerCredit: GettyTyson spent three years in prisonCredit: HandoutIt was also just two years ago that the reformed Baddest Man on The Planet was pictured leaving Miami airport in a wheelchair due to sciatica. But Tyson has been passed medically fit to resume training, which he does six days a week in Las Vegas. He has three fledgling professional heavyweight sparring partners living in a shared house with coach Rafael Cordeiro.Billy White, a childhood friend who was also trained by D’Amato, recently reunited with Tyson.And White said: “Cus always taught us that age was nothing but a number, and Mike has looked 25 years old in that ring.”Tyson – who spent three years in prison from 1992 for a rape conviction – is happily married to third wife Lakiha Spicer. And she is described as as the mastermind behind Tyson’s business ventures, also helping run his current training camp. READ MORE SUN STORIESFlorida-based coach White, who witnessed Tyson’s rise, fall and reincarnation, compared him to a phoenix.White said: “He rises from the ashes, no matter what. There is noobstacle he can’t overcome.”Lakiha Spicer and Mike Tyson pictured togetherCredit: SplashTyson and Jake Paul are set to fight on November 15Credit: Getty More

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    Trial of TV model accused of making false rape claim against France star suspended after no-show by lawyer

    THE TRIAL of a TV model accused of making a false rape claim against AC Milan defender Theo Hernandez was suspended today after a no-show by her lawyer.Luisa Kremleva’s brief called in sick at the last minute, alleging a “medical emergency”, ahead of her court appearance in Malaga after public prosecutors demanded a two-year prison sentence on conviction.The trial of TV model Luisa Kremleva was suspendedKremleva is accused of making a false rape claim against AC Milan ace Theo HernandezThe Russian-born beauty is understood to have been made aware of her lawyer’s health problem beforehand and opted to stay away so she didn’t have to face waiting media.It was not immediately clear this afternoon when the long-awaited trial, which well-placed sources said today had been suspended on a previous occasion when Kremleva said she was undergoing treatment in her homeland, will now go ahead.French international Hernandez, whose club sides have included both Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid, was told he wouldn’t be needed to testify by video-conference from Italy after the trial suspension.A court official said outside the courtroom, about an hour after the hearing was due to get underway: “There won’t be a trial today.Read More on Football“The defence has asked for a suspension because of an emergency medical issue.”Another insider said: “Kremleva’s lawyer called in sick at the last moment. The court only found out this morning.”Public prosecutors allege the real estate boss’ daughter, who forged a name for herself on Spanish TV reality and dating shows between modelling assignments, made up the rape after she and Hernandez had “consensual sex” in a Porsche Cayenne outside glitzy Marbella nightclub Olivia Valere but then refused to go home with her.They claim in a three-page indictment seen by Sun Online which forms the basis of the allegations against her that she acted out of revenge.Most read in FootballShe was charged with perjury in relation to the “non-existent rape” following her arrest in January 2020 on a warrant after she failed to answer a court summons.We can reveal investigators took just two days to provisionally archive her rape claim after she made her police statement in June 2017.Full indictment reportThe public protection indictment states, referring to the Milan footballer and the female model by their initials or simply the initial of their first names: “In the early hours of June 4 2017 the accused was in Olivia Valere nightclub where she had arranged to meet up with T.B.F.H.“He was in the same venue in a VIP area with a group of friends.“About 4am both left with the intention of having a sexual encounter and went to a vehicle parked in the car parking area which a friend of T was using and had full sex which L consented to before returning to the nightclub.“L subsequently tried unsuccessfully to persuade T to stay with her and go home with her and ended up fighting with the women who were part of T’s group before returning to her home alone about 8am.“From there, out of revenge and to take advantage of T being well-known, she requested the presence of police and claimed she had been the victim of a sexual assault and wanted to report it.”Outlining how she had been taken to hospital for a routine medical examination before making a formal written statement in the afternoon. the indictment added: “She maliciously stated that after initially agreeing to having sex with T, she changed her mind and despite making it clear she didn’t want to continue, T continued and forced himself on her before injuring her by pushing her out of the car and making her fall on her knees.Phone message“She hid from investigators the fact that she had fallen to the ground accidentally and then again in the course of the fight with T’s female friends.”The falls are thought to have been recorded by Olivia Valere’s CCTV cameras, which also showed her returning with Hernandez to the nightclub after the “consensual sex” she claimed was a rape.Investigators are also believed to have obtained a phone message Kremleva sent the footballer around 6.15am, after the alleged rape, asking him repeatedly when he was going to go home with her.Attacking left-back Hernandez, capped 35 times by France at senior level, was never arrested before a court dismissed her claim and police started preparing a case against her.In a newspaper interview after the ‘rape’ investigators subsequently dismissed Kremleva insisted: “I have proof of the attack which are on my backside and knees.“I would love it if Theo apologised. It’s the least I deserve.”Her mum Mila went on Spanish TV after news of her January 13 2020 detention broke to claim: “My daughter is not under arrest. She went to pick up a court notification.“With time the truth is going to come out.”The model subsequently wrote on social media: “I have not been arrested. I have not been convicted of any crime. The truth will come out.”READ MORE SUN STORIESShe privatised her Instagram at the start of the month after it emerged a date had been set for her trial.As well as a two-year prison sentence Kremleva is also facing a possible POUNDS 12,000 fine if she is eventually convicted, although two-year jail sentences are normally suspended in Spain for first-time offenders. More

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    Arsenal fan spotted eating BROCCOLI at the Emirates as supporters say ‘game’s gone, utter woke nonsense’

    FANS have been left baffled after an Arsenal supporter was seen eating broccoli in the stands.Prior to the Gunners 2-2 draw with Liverpool, most people at the Emirates would have been enjoying a pre-match pie or pint.An Arsenal fan was seen eating broccoli at the EmiratesCredit: XThe supporter was OnlyFans star Leah RayCredit: XShe also brought along a booster seat to get a better viewCredit: @LeahRayAFCLeah is close pals with influencer Astrid WettCredit: Paul EdwardsBut one fan has gone viral as she was seen munching on broccoli while sat in her seat.Social media was left shocked, with one saying: “Game’s gone, utter woke nonsense.”Another joked: “Probably more entertaining than watching Arsenal.”More reacted: “I’ve seen it all now.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe fan in question turned out to be Arsenal supporter and OnlyFans star Leah Ray.She responded to a comment about her bizarre packed lunch, writing: “Can’t even eat broccoli in public anymore. Vegetables > Pukka Pies.”Leah, 21, has 475,000 followers on TikTok and is close pals with her Chelsea equivalent Astrid Wett.The pair released a song together to cheer on England at Euro 2024.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSLeah eating broccoli was not her only unusual move yesterday after she posted snaps of her with a booster seat and binoculars inside the Emirates Stadium.But she is not the first to bring veg into the ground as a fan was once spotted with a bag of carrots also against Liverpool in 2017.Arsenal player ratings vs Liverpool: Saka brushes injury fears aside with sublime showing but Trossard quietLast night’s draw with Liverpool leaves Arsenal five points behind Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table.Liverpool impressed at Arsenal, but it was a match Jurgen Klopp probably would’ve wonBy Jordan DaviesON the face of it, Liverpool continue to go from strength to strength with Arne Slot’s tenure still in its infancy.Away at Arsenal as title contenders — with a formidable record at the Emirates having won four of their last six there — the Reds fought back, not once, but twice to earn an impressive point to remain four clear of the Gunners.Nine games in, Liverpool have seven wins, 22 points collected and sit in second in what is one of the club’s best ever starts to a Prem campaign.Nothing to sniff at there, and that is without mentioning three straight wins in the Champions League and a 5-1 Carabao Cup third-round thumping of fellow top-flight side West Ham.So to even attempt to pick flaws in Slot’s start with a run that solid would come across needlessly pedantic, deliberately nit-picky.But, and there is a but, given the standards Liverpool have set in these early months, it needs to be said: this draw in North London was a massive missed opportunity.And to go one step further, maybe this is a game Jurgen Klopp would have found a way to win?It has been a long time since Arsenal have gone into a game feeling so vulnerable defensively with world-class centre-back William Saliba missing through suspension.Full-back Riccardo Calafiori was also out injured, usual right-back Ben White began the game at centre-half and midfielder Thomas Partey started on the far right side of the defence.And then, in a chaotic second half, both Jurrien Timber and Gabriel limped off, forcing Gunners boss Mikel Arteta to swap around his back line THREE times by the 76th minute.And yet, despite all of that, a Liverpool side boasting attacking talents like Mo Salah, Luis Diaz, Darwin Nunez and Cody Gakpo were hardly making the home fans sweat with a peppering of the Arsenal goal.It was not until a Klopp-style counter-attack from back to front in the 81st minute did the visitors properly test the home defence.But even that finish was a tame one — Salah tapping in past David Raya into an almost empty net.And with nine minutes left plus seven minutes injury time, the expected onslaught for another, to nick all three points — the tally-ho approach — never came.Not Klopp’s heavy metal style, more pleasant folk music with a ukulele in a country pub.You get the impression that Slot was delighted with this outcome.For large parts, Liverpool were defensively sound, gave very little away and snuck away back to Merseyside with a point tucked under their arm and a bloody nose avoided.Yet it was in these sorts big blockbuster matches that Klopp and Liverpool thrived over their nine-year romance, full of excitement, thrills and last-gasp wins that earned them a Prem trophy in 2019-20 and plenty more down-to-the-wire chases with Manchester City.And with Arteta’s Arsenal on their knees — quite literally in some cases — and hanging on for dear life, these are the moments in title races that require a bit of crazy, not caution.A Klopp team of the past would have gone completely and totally Kloppy, throwing men forward at will, blasting their opponents away and forcing the ball into the net through passion and thunder alone, regardless of how open it left them at the back.Slot is not this sort of coach.He is measured, considerate, calm. Good qualities, but not always needed in do-or-die matches that ultimately determine where you finish in May.It is hard to say if this will come back to haunt Slot, who still insists on avoiding any use of the phrase ‘title contenders’ despite clearly being title contenders.With Aston Villa and Manchester City visiting Anfield over their next five Prem outings, we will see whether the Dutchman can loosen the leash and let his team grab games by the scruff of the neck instead of playing it safe.Because as we have seen in this league, going for broke often rewards you — just ask the likes of Sir Alex Ferguson, Arsene Wenger and Pep Guardiola.Fortune favours the brave.Slot needs to discover his own version of that if he is to truly emulate Klopp and transform this Liverpool side into one capable of seizing moments when they matter most. More

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    Boxing legend, 59, ready to come out of retirement to rematch Mike Tyson if former heavyweight champ beats Jake Paul

    LENNOX LEWIS will consider sensationally coming out of retirement to rematch Mike Tyson – if his old rival can beat Jake Paul.Tyson faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on November 15 in a bout widely criticised over the 30-year age gap.Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight on November 15Credit: GettyLennox Lewis will contemplate a return to boxing to rematch TysonCredit: GettyTyson was knocked out by Lewis in 2002Credit: AFPAnd British boxing great Lewis will have a keen eye on the controversial clash after being probed on a rematch with Iron Mike. He told TMZ: “Let’s see how he makes out in this fight, and then I’ll tell you after.” The already scrutinised showdown was further slammed when Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date.He suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach but has since been deemed medically fit to continue training.READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson is also required to undergo additional brain and hearts checks ahead of his fight along with pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul.Paul, 27, has ten wins and only one loss in the boxing ring, losing a 2023 split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25.Tyson meanwhile returns for his first pro fight since 2005 despite facing Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout in 2020. Lewis walked away in 2004 a year after his victory over Vitali Klitschko.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIt was in 2002 that he knocked out Tyson a bout in which they shared a £36m purse.But now, over two decades later, the former heavyweight champion is backing Tyson to beat the much younger Paul.Lewis, 59, said: “If he’s in good shape he should be able to take it.” Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fight More

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    Tommy Fury in talks for KSI rematch as boxer stuns ITV bosses by pulling out of I’m A Celebrity at two weeks notice

    TOMMY FURY is in line for a rematch with KSI after pulling out of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!The 25-year-old boxer had been in talks with ITV producers for months about the jungle reality show which is just weeks away.Tommy Fury and KSI are in talks for a rematchCredit: ReutersBut it is thought Fury — younger half-brother of heavyweight champion Tyson — has been handed a more lucrative project to fight YouTuber KSI, who he beat in the pair’s first bout last year.It was hoped the ex-Love Islander might have spilled the beans in the jungle camp about his relationship with Molly Mae-Hague, 25, which ended dramatically in August.A TV insider exclusively told the Sun: “Bosses are surprised Tommy has pulled out of I’m A Celebrity at this late stage as it would have been a great opportunity for him.“Thankfully, execs already had some great names waiting in the wings so they’ll be looking at which ones fit best into the line-up already booked so they can deliver a truly great series.READ MORE IN BOXING“With only weeks to go, bosses have lined up one of the most exciting casts in the show’s history.”Fury would have been joining a line-up expected to include WAG Coleen Rooney, Dancing on Ice judge Oti Mabuse and N-Dubz singer Tulisa.The stars usually fly Down Under in mid November — a week before the series kicks off on November 17.It came as hosts Ant and Dec yesterday released the show’s trailer, appearing as mad scientists.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Sun exclusively revealed at the start of September that Fury was in talks with jungle execs.He had been accused of cheating on Molly — which he has denied — but he was expected to give his side of the story in the Australian jungle. Watch as Tommy Fury reignites bitter feud with KSI by slamming his Britain’s Got Talent job – and swerves I’m A Celeb questionJungle bosses were hoping he’d tell all about his split with Molly-Mae HagueCredit: PAInstead he could now be stepping back in to the ring with KSI – who he defeated in controversial circumstances last October.After their 2023 fight, YouTuber KSI said: “That is robbery.”How many jabs did you land? Look at your face. I’m the YouTuber, you are the boxer so you have to win?“He is the man who is supposed to be the pro boxer. He hit me on the back of the head over and over. It is outrageous. I want to appeal. I felt like I won that.”A spokesman for I’m A Celebrity declined to comment.Fury and KSI, 31, both suffered hand injuries after their pay-per-view Misfits Boxing bout.And Mams Taylor – KSI’s manager and co-founder of Misfits – admitted talks with Fury’s camp were due to take place.READ MORE SUN STORIESTaylor told us: “I think Tommy would do really well on the Misfits roster. And I know our teams are in touch with their team.”So watch this space. Let’s see what happens.”KSI fumed after his loss to Tommy FuryCredit: GettyTommy Fury is unbeaten in the ringCredit: Splash More

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    Mike Tyson sends sparring partner crumbling to floor after brutal left hook in training for Jake Paul fight

    MIKE TYSON sent a sparring partner crumbling to floor after brutal left – before firing a fierce warning to Jake Paul.The heavyweight icon faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on November 15 in a bout widely slammed over the 30-year age gap. Mike Tyson dropped his sparring partnerCredit: @miketysonA brutal left hook dropped the sparring partnerCredit: @miketysonAnd fans recently voiced their concerns over Tyson’s carefully crafted training montages. But in a newly released clip, it was Iron Mike’s sparring partner who supporters were left feeling sorry for. In the footage, Tyson backs his sparring partner up to the ropes and unleashes a trademark left hook.The poor training partner sinks to the floor as Tyson roared: “I’ve got a lot in me. I’m just getting started.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd one fan said: “He’s looking scary boys.”Another added: “When you hear Mike say I’m just getting started you better run the other way.”It comes after Paul also released sparring footage dropping a heavyweight with an overhand right. The already controversial clash was further scrutinised when Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach but has since been deemed medically fit to continue training.Tyson is also required to undergo additional brain and hearts checks ahead of his fight along with pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul.Paul, 27, has ten wins and only one loss in the boxing ring, losing a 2023 split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25.Tyson meanwhile returns for his first pro fight since 2005 despite facing Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout in 2020.Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fight More

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    Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fight

    MIKE TYSON is looking like his old ripped self again after revealing his impressive physique ahead of fighting Jake Paul.The heavyweight icon faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on November 15 in a bout widely slammed over the 30-year age gap.Mike Tyson is looking like his old ripped self again after revealing his impressive physiqueCredit: YouTube/Mike TysonThe 58-year-old gave a glimpse into his training to fight Jake PaulCredit: YouTube/Mike TysonAnd fans recently voiced their concerns over Tyson’s carefully crafted training montages. But in a recent glimpse into his training camp, shared on Iron Mike’s YouTube channel, the 58-year-old showed off ripped abs. In the video, Tyson also fires off combinations on the bag in front of Muhammad Ali’s former boxing manager Gene Kilroy. And Kilroy – who has known Tyson since he was 13 – joked the former champion in training more now than he did to fight Lennox Lewis in 2002. READ MORE IN boxing The reformed Baddest Man on The Planet also sent out a fierce warning to Paul by releasing sparring footage. In the clip, he decks his sparring partner with a meaty left hook and said: “I’m just getting started.” The already controversial clash was further scrutinised when Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date. He suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach but has since been deemed medically fit to continue training.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTyson is also required to undergo additional brain and hearts checks ahead of his fight along with pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul. Paul, 27, has ten wins and only one loss in the boxing ring, losing a 2023 split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25.Tyson meanwhile returns for his first pro fight since 2005 despite facing Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout in 2020.Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fight More

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    Stunning Real Madrid Wag hints her footballer boyfriend ‘doesn’t shower’ in revealing video

    BRUNA ROTTA has landed her famous footballer boyfriend in hot water – by suggesting he dodges the shower.The stunning social media star, 26, is currently dating Real Madrid sensation Rodrygo. Bruna Rotta has been dating Brazilian ace Rodrygo since last yearCredit: instagram @brunarottaThe fitness fanatic boasts more than 2 million followers on TikTok aloneCredit: instagram @brunarottaBrazilian ace Rodrygo joined Los Blancos in 2019Credit: GettyRotta and the two-time Champions League winner have been an item since last September. The 26-year-old influencer boasts over 2 million followers on TikTok alone.A fitness fanatic, Bruna has been a regular at the Bernabeu to support her man over the past year. And Rodrygo has even joined in her with her internet stunts, recently posing to get his eyebrows plucked in a bizarre viral clip. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLRotta recently uploaded another cheeky video, taking part in a Brazilian social media trend.The trend asked users to talk about how “destiny” can “play with people.”Rotta uploaded a TikTok, referring to how she’d once joked on her Instagram stories: “I will never date a guy who doesn’t shower.”She followed it with a picture of Rodrygo, joking: “I paid with my tongue.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBruna added in the captions: “I made this song to say some things. Be careful with fate, it plays with people.”A tricky winger, Rodrygo joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2019. Watch mortified Real Madrid legend Marcelo cover his face in embarrassment as son, 9, nutmegs him with outrageous skillThe forward rose to fame in Brazil with Santos, joining the club’s youth setup at the age of 11. Since arriving in Spain, he has carved out a regular place in the first team. Rodrygo has already won three La Liga titles and two Champions League winners medals in his short career. So far this term, he’s appeared ten times for Los Blancos, scoring three goals. The Brazilian was recently forced to backtrack on his own controversial social media post.READ MORE SUN STORIESRodrygo claimed he deserves as much hype as teammates Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr.He wrote in a since-deleted WhatsApp post: “Last week they talked about the trio of Bellingham, Mbappe and Vini, but they are going to have to add the R of Rodrygo to that acronym.” More