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    Jake Paul goes Instagram official with ‘world’s hottest speed skater’ Jutta Leerdam as they post loved-up pics

    JAKE PAUL appears to have confirmed speed skater Jutta Leerdam as his new girlfriend.The 26-year-old American split from long-term partner Julia Rose last year.
    Jake Paul went Instagram official with ‘world’s hottest speed skater’ Jutta LeerdamCredit: Instagram
    The pair were snapped running together while holding handsCredit: Instagram
    Jake and Jutta both posted images of them together on social mediaCredit: Instagram
    And he headed to Saudi Arabia on his own in February as Tommy Fury clinched a split-decision victory over the YouTube star.
    Reports emerged last week linking Paul with skater Leerdam, 24.
    And now the pair have shared images of them together on social media.
    Among the snaps were pictures of them holding hands and running together.
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    Another showed Paul pulling her under his top.
    He added the caption: “I’m Dutch now. @juttaleerdam.”
    Leerdam also shared pictures of her and Paul, adding: “That’s it.”
    In December, Leerdam won a gold medal at the ISU Speed Skating World Cup in Calgary.
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    Jutta is a world champ in her sportCredit: Getty
    She was first rumoured to be dating Paul last monthCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdam
    She took first place in the 1000m race, her FOURTH consecutive top finish in the event.
    Leerdam boasts a massive three million followers on Instagram.
    Speaking about her rumoured relationship with Paul, a source told De Telegraaf last month: “They’ve been in contact with each other for months. It originated through Instagram.
    “Jutta was already in Miami a few weeks ago… she is now back in Miami for a Jake Paul show. Then she returns home without him.”
    Leerdam herself was in a relationship with fellow speed-skater Koe Verweij until last summer.
    In December, she said: “I’m having fun, although I’m not the type to stay single for the rest of my life.
    “It’s fine for now but in the end I like to really build a relationship with someone. I still have a lot of love to give.”
    Paul was beaten by Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia in FebruaryCredit: Getty More

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    Jermain Defoe reunites with Bradley Lowery’s mum in sweet pictures six years after brave Sunderland fan died

    JERMAIN DEFOE has reunited with Bradley Lowery’s mother six years after the brave football fan’s death.Sunderland-mad Bradley’s courageous battle against rare childhood cancer neuroblastoma touched the hearts of millions of people, before he sadly passed away, aged 6.
    Jermain Defoe reunited with Bradley Lowery’s mother, GemmaCredit: Instagram @iamjermaindefoe
    The meeting was six years after Bradley diedCredit: Instagram @iamjermaindefoe
    The young Sunderland fan and Defoe built up a firm friendshipCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    Bradley struck up a close bond with then-Sunderland player Defoe, who became his “best friend” in his final days.
    And Defoe, now 40, posted a heartfelt message on Instagram as he revealed that Bradley’s mother Gemma would be a guest on his podcast.
    The post was captioned: “A very emotional day with special guest @glowery83 on my @bbcsounds podcast today. Thank you so much for your time 🙏🏼.
    “It was so nice to talk about his journey and all the amazing work you are still doing for @bradleysfight to raise awareness on child cancer and support other children and families.
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    “He will always hold a special place in my heart ❤️.”
    Bradley, from Blackhall Colliery, near Hartlepool, battled cancer most of his young life before he lost his fight on July 7 2017.
    The six-year-old was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at the age of just 18 months.
    He beat the disease once but after some time in remission it came back in 2016.
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    Bradley sadly passed away in 2017Credit: PA:Press Association
    It was then that Bradley got the chance to meet his hero Defoe, when he led out his beloved Sunderland against Everton at the Stadium of Light.
    The footballer described walking out on to the pitch with the little mascot as the highlight of his time at the club.
    And former England striker Defoe would text the six-year-old’s mum first thing every morning for updates.
    Defoe broke down in emotional scenes during a press conference on the eve of Bradley’s death, telling reporters the boy would “always be in my heart”.
    He was honoured with an OBE in the Queen Elizabeth’s Birthday Honours in recognition of his charity work and he dedicated the gong to Bradley.
    The Bradley Lowery Foundation was set up in the youngster’s memory. It aims to help other people with terminal illnesses. More

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    Glamorous football star Gabby Howell told she looks ‘flawless’ after going braless in leather corset for dinner

    FOOTBALL star Gabby Howell stunned fans with her outfit after dining out over the weekend.The Sutton United Women’s defender shared some snaps from the evening with her followers on Instagram.
    Gabby Howell stunned while dining outCredit: Instagram / @gabbyhowell
    She shared a bright smile for the camera in one of the snapsCredit: Instagram / @gabbyhowell
    The Sutton United star regularly wows her fans with glam picsCredit: Instagram / @gabbyhowell
    Gabby boasts 237,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram / @gabbyhowell
    She revealed she has undergone work on her lipsCredit: Instagram / @gabbyhowell
    And she looked glamorous as she posed with a wine glass in hand, letting out a smile for the camera in one of the photos.
    Gabby wore a blue leather corset zipped up at the front, and it dazzled many of her fans.
    One wrote in response: “Flawless 👌”
    Another added: “Obsessed with you🥹💗”
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    A third said: “Stunning 🔥”
    And another commented: “Angel face 😍”
    Gabby also revealed she recently underwent work on her lips to have the size reduced.
    She wrote in her caption: “Cannot thank @coutureaesthetics_ even more than I already do 🫶🏼.
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    “I went to her saying I wanted to dissolve my lips and do a more natural lip than before and she’s done the job ☑️ never be scared to restart girls, it’s not painful or scary, get the look you want 🤍.”
    Howell regularly shares glamourous pics to her Instagram page, and enjoyed a trip to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in January.
    Howell has previously opened up on vile abuse she has received from trolls, revealing that she wants to be a source of inspiration for young girls. More

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    F1 star Fernando Alonso splits from long-term partner Andrea Schlager as he gives heartbreaking Instagram update

    FORMULA ONE icon Fernando Alonso has announced his split from long-term partner Andrea Schlager.The Spaniard shared the news on Instagram just hours after his podium finish at the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday.
    Alonso has announced his split from long-term partner Schlager
    The couple had met through F1Credit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cizao8EAP7M/
    In a statement, he wrote: “We wanted to tell you that our relationship as a couple ended. 
    “We have been lucky enough to share a fantastic time together, and it will continue to be so, but on a different form of affection.
    “As you have probably seen, we have continued working on and off track on various projects together also during this time, and we will keep doing so with deep love and respect for each other.
    “We thought it is appropriate to share this as you have all been very supportive. Thanks for that. Love Fer & Andrea.”
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    Schlager, a sports commentator known for her work in F1 and MotoGP, met Alonso through her F1 commitments.
    The couple enjoyed a private relationship for the most part before going their separate ways.
    Alonso is currently enjoying a very successful season in F1 with new team Aston Martin.
    Following Sunday’s chaotic Australian GP – where he finish third – the Spaniard now sits third in the Drivers Championship standings behind Red Bull duo Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez.
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    Alonso finished third in the Australian GPCredit: Getty
    After the race – which saw just 12 drivers finish – Alonso made a tongue-in-cheek joke at Perez’s expense as it was the first time this year that a car other than a Red Bull had finished ahead of him.
    That car was Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes.
    Alonso said: “No more three Red Bulls on the podium, if Checo was here.
    “But no, I think Mercedes were also strong in Jeddah, to be honest. I think all race on Sunday, I was within one-tenth of George [Russell], you know, fighting to get this extra five seconds or whatever at the end. So it was very, very close.”
    He added: “It seems that qualifying is quite important now, because the race pace is very similar.
    “I think now we enter a part of the season that is going to be very interesting, which team is developing their car faster.
    “In the first three races away from Europe, it is difficult to bring upgrades and things like that.
    “But, from now on, maybe we’ll see the level of the teams changing a little bit race by race, depending on who brings an upgrade that is good enough.” More

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    Cardiff City star Connor Wickham posts vid ‘inhaling hippy crack’ after Swansea defeat as he responds to angry fans

    CARDIFF City star Connor Wickham is seen appearing to inhale “hippy crack” laughing gas after his side’s defeat to rivals Swansea on Saturday.The clip, posted on his Instagram, seems to show Wickham breathing in with a balloon to his mouth – a known method of taking the drug, just hours after his team’s 3-2 home defeat.
    Cardiff City star Connor Wickham posted a video that seemed to show him taking laughing gas
    He was seen inhaling from a balloon, a known way of taking the drug
    The since-deleted footage sparked criticism from fans as the ace, who turned 30 the previous day, could be seen with a group of people singing and dancing in a car.
    Wickham himself has responded to the controversy, with a statement posted to social media.
    He wrote: “I’m obviously aware of a video circulating on social media. I know my responsibility as a professional.
    “Playing for Cardiff City is a huge privilege, I’ve been so welcomed by you all and I will always give 100%.
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    “To lose the game the way we did yesterday hurt more than ever, even though you will feel it doesn’t seem that way to me.”
    Wickham came on as a substitute in the match before Swansea won the South Wales derby to a 99th minute stunner from Ben Cabango.
    The under-fire striker added: “I hope you can all understand and I will do my best [to] help my team and this club to achieve the best possible outcome this season.”
    A spokesperson for Cardiff City told Wales Online that the club was “looking into” the video.
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    It comes less than a week after the Government announced plans to make possession of nitrous oxide, better known as laughing gas, illegal.
    The previously legal high can be highly dangerous if abused.
    Taking too much can cause nerve damage, heart issues and even death as users can slip into unconsciousness and asphyxiate.
    It comes after fellow footballer Brandon Williams, who plays for Premier League side Manchester United, was seemingly caught puffing the same gas.
    The £60,000-a-week full back was snapped inhaling from a balloon while sitting as a passenger in a Brabus supercar near the club’s training ground.
    A witness told the Sun: “It was so obvious to anyone driving by what he was doing.
    “Anyone who follows United or football seriously would have recognised him instantly.
    “It’s irresponsible considering he’s a public figure.
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    “He’s meant to be a role model for youngsters and upcoming footballers.
    “Taking that rubbish, especially so casually, could be hindering his ability on the pitch.”
    His club said they are ‘looking into’ the footageCredit: Huw Evans
    Man Utd star Brandon Williams was recently seemingly caught inhaling ‘hippy crack’ near the club’s training ground
    The Government announced recently that possession of the drug would be bannedCredit: Alamy More

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    Stunning ring girls for Joshua v Franklin reveal prep for fight with crazy baggage and gift from ex-footie star fiance

    ANTHONY JOSHUA and Jermaine Franklin are not the only people busy preparing for their heavyweight bout. That’s because Matchroom ring girls Chloe Ellman-Baker and Alissa King-Underwood are aiming to put on a show of their own.
    Ring girls Alissa King-Underwood, left, and Chloe Ellman-Baker shared their prep for AJ v FranklinCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/CqV03mMraZh/
    Chloe revealed her crazy baggage ahead of the fightCredit: https://www.instagram.com/chloe.eb/
    While Alissa showed off her new nailsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/alissadaisy/
    Chloe, 23, is following in her mum’s footsteps as a ring girlCredit: https://www.instagram.com/chloe.eb/?hl=en
    Alissa, 24, was named Miss swimsuit in 2021Credit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cey2rK2M_cb/?hl=en
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    The pair took to their respective Instagram pages to reveal their preparation ahead of the fight.
    Chloe, 23, shared a picture of three big suitcases, each with their own caption label on top.
    She captioned her story: “Most people wouldn’t even pack this amount for a weeks holiday.”
    Each of the cases also had its own caption label, seemingly dedicated to a different task.
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    A silver case covered by “AJ fight + dance comp” stood behind a smaller black case with “today’s job” text over it.
    These were next to a huge case with a label of “parents house (ironing for mum)”.
    Meanwhile, Alissa – who revealed her surprising day job to SunSport – showed off a romantic gift from ex-footballer and fiance Bobby Copping.
    The 24-year-old posted a picture of some new nails with the caption: “Fresh nails courtesy of my husband to be @bobbycopping. Thank you.”
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    Joshua weighed in at 18st 3lbs – the heaviest of his career – for the make-or-break Franklin bout.
    AJ has lost back-to-back fights to Oleksandr Usyk, but is aiming to reignite his stuttering career against the American.
    But despite his fierce demeanour in and around the ring, Chloe revealed he is a “gentlemen outside of the ring”.
    She told SunSport: “I met him a few fights ago when I was last ring girling, and he is such a down-to-earth guy and I had a proper chat with him.
    “He always has time for you, which is lovely.
    “I am really excited, I think he is going to smash it on fight night and I can’t wait to see him in action as this is my first AJ fight.”
    Anthony Joshua weighed in at his career heaviest for the Jermaine Franklin boutCredit: Splash
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    Mexico’s sexiest sports fan Yanet Garcia looks stunning as she poses in leather boots as fans hail ‘sexy’ weather girl

    MEXICO’S sexiest sports fan sent her followers into a frenzy with her latest Instagram video.Yanet Garcia, who is an actress and weather girl, called on admirers to subscribe to her exclusive content.
    Fans loved Yanet Garcia’s most recent Instagram videoCredit: https://www.instagram.com/iamyanetgarcia/
    The video was described as “divine, elegant and sensual”Credit: https://www.instagram.com/iamyanetgarcia/
    In the Instagram video, her bum could be seen gyrating in a way one fan described as “divine, elegant and sensual”.
    Another fan labelled the video “deeply stunning and sexy”.
    And another commented: “I love you all of the time.”
    A week ago the 32-year-old Mexican set fans’ pulses racing with a steamy video in lingerie.
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    Garcia, who also has an OlnyFans page, has amassed a huge 15million followers as fans around the world pay close attention to her sexy snaps.
    She made a name for herself on the world sporting stage when she was kicked in the bum on Mexican TV for “good luck” in Mexico’s World Cup 2018 opener.
    And that worked a treat as the Mexicans stunned then-champions Germany 1-0 – and has set her on her way to an estimated £2million fortune.
    She previously dated professional Call of Duty player Doug Censor Martin, aka FaZe Censor.
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    Garcia is a very keen football fanCredit: https://www.instagram.com/iamyanetgarcia/
    She has 15million followers on InstagramCredit: https://www.instagram.com/iamyanetgarcia/
    The Mexican works as an actress and weather girlCredit: https://www.instagram.com/iamyanetgarcia/
    But the YouTuber revealed he split up with Garcia so he could spend more time playing Call of Duty.
    He said: “I don’t have time for a girlfriend.”
    Talk about a bad Call…. More

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    Ex-Barcelona star’s stunning Wag goes topless on the beach on holiday and shows off bum as he makes cheeky comment

    EX-BARCELONA star Marc Bartra was almost as cheeky as his girlfriend after the model posted a topless photo and showed off her bottom on holiday.Bartra couldn’t resist chipping in on Instagram when Jessica Goicoechea shared revealing shots from a beach in the Maldives with her 1.8million followers.
    Jessica Goicoechea went for the almost all-over tan in the MaldivesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/goicoechea/
    Jessica was more modest when she fronted up for another snapCredit: https://www.instagram.com/goicoechea/
    In some ways Spanish model Jessica revealed even more at the Idolo AwardsCredit: Instagram / @goicoechea
    Linking his message to Jessica and a glamour photographer, the defender wrote: “@pepeherreros @goi need someone to help you with the next@joan6six6shoot ?? I’m in 🙄😜😍”
    Fashion designer Jessica had let emojis do the talking in her own Instagram message with her pictures.
    She simply posted: “💙🦈🌴💚🌞🌺🥭”
    One photo had the 26-year-old posing with a naked back and a minimalist bikini bottom.
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    Other pics, from the front, were more modest, although in one snap she had to hold an untied bikini top down to cover her chest.
    And her followers weere quick to show their appreciation.
    One wrote: “Maldives+you=🔥”. Another posted: “Insane 😍”
    It comes just weeks after she wore slightly more but also displayed a lot more – at a red-carpet event.
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    An apparent wardrobe malfunction at the Idolo Awards left her wearing a dress with beaded strips that left little of her top half to the imagination.
    That drew replies on Instagram like “Holy moly 🔥” and “This dress😍 just wow.”
    In contrast, partner Bartra has been out of the spotlight since the 14-cap Spaniard, 32, moved to Trabzonspor for this season.
    He was with Barca from 2010-2016 before spells with Borussia Dortmund and then Real Betis.
    The fashion designer chose her own slant on a classic look at a galaCredit: Getty
    Jessica’s partner Marc Bartra spent six years at Barcelona and moved to Turkey with Trabzonspor this seasonCredit: PA:Empics Sport More