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      Team GB Olympics hero Keely Hodgkinson stuns in bikini during ‘week of paradise’ in Dubai

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      KEELY HODGKINSON’S golden glow is as bright as ever – even though she showed off “paradise” in only black and white.Team GB’s 800m Olympic champion went “retro” for two-tone pics from Dubai in a bikini and dazzling mini-dress.Keely Hodgkinson looked relaxed and refreshed in DubaiCredit: InstagramFans loved the ‘retro’ snaps she shared from her week-long breakCredit: InstagramThe smile said it all as Keely took a well-deserved restCredit: InstagramBut the 22-year-old looked far from off-colour – unlike her Manchester United heroes when she visited Old Trafford to display her Paris gold medal before Sunday’s 3-0 defeat against Tottenham.Keely’s sultry Instagram pics of herself from United Arab Emirates were all in black and white.The Mancunian posted: “Thank you for a week of paradise!!” and shared a link to “an exclusive adults-only luxury retreat”.She certainly looked refreshed and relaxed – posing in the water for one shot and with an appreciative grin in another as she protected her eyes from the sun.READ MORE ON OLYMPICSFour of her seven photos were in colour – but all those shots were of local sites, plus one of a well-stocked dining table.And if you looked closely, you could just see Keely’s pink-topped reflection in the bottom of a shiny bowl!Team GB team-mate Daryll Neita, who won Olympic silver in the 100m relay this summer, responded: “Looks like heaven.”And Keely’s 521,000 Instagram followers agreed.Most read in AthleticsKeely got a hero’s welcome at Old Trafford on Sunday but Man Utd lostCredit: PA”You are a dream,” said one, while another responded: “Stunning, Queen of sports!”A third admirer told her: “Black and white filter gives you a retro beauty.”Olympics hero Keely Hodgkinson thanks her home town for their support at the Paris Olympics Keely also showed off Dubai’s subtle shadesCredit: InstagramAnd there was a sprint finish to add more simple compliments.These included: “Looking nice”… “Beautiful”… “Gorgeous”… and inevitably “Wow”.All of which must have seemed a million miles – rather than just 4,600m – from the gloomy offerings she’d endured at Old Trafford over the weekend.The middle-distance runner sparkled at a London eventCredit: GettyShe appeared at a Milan fashion show last monthCredit: Rex Features More

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      Bournemouth star Julian Araujo celebrates with fans in pub holding a pool cue after Southampton win despite not playing

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      JULIAN ARAUJO fulfilled a promise to Bournemouth fans by celebrating in a pub with them after their win over Southampton.The 23-year-old was signed from Barcelona this summer for a fee of £8.5million.Julian Araujo could be seen celebrating with Bournemouth fans after their win over SouthamptonCredit: @afcbournemouthAraujo has made six appearances since his transfer from BarcelonaCredit: RexThe right-back has featured in five Premier League games for the Cherries so far, but was an unused substitute on the bench as they beat south coast rivals Southampton 3-1 on Monday.Goals from Evanilson, Dango Ouattara and Antoine Semenyo before half-time were enough to secure the win despite Taylor Harwood-Bellis pulling one back after the break.And following Bournemouth’s second league win of the season in the derby, Araujo made good on a promise he had made to fans.A video shared on the club’s social media page showed the Mexican surrounded by Bournemouth fans who were singing.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe can be seen smiling and waving his hand in the air, while also clutching a pool cue in his left hand.The video was captioned: “‘If we beat Southampton I’ll come back to the pub and celebrate!’ Juliàn Araujo, you are special.”Reacting to his appearance, one social media user said: “Priceless. Need more footballers like this.”A second said: “This is what it’s all about.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third said: “Ah man he did it!!! – what a guy, love him already.”Another said: “Absolutely spectacular.”Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersA fifth said: “This is class.”Araujo had joined Barcelona from LA Galaxy and spent a season on loan at Las Palmas before his transfer to Bournemouth.The win moved Andoni Iraola’s side up to 11th in the league, while Southampton remain 19th with just one point to their name.Bournemouth travel away to Leicester – another team promoted from the Championship last season – in their next match. More

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      Gary Lineker’s tree surgeon nephew, 18, ‘crushed to death by falling trunk’ as Match of the Day star’s sons pay tribute

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      GARY Lineker’s tree surgeon nephew died after he was crushed by a falling trunk, an inquest heard. Jonty Parkinson, 18, was described as “one of the nicest boys you’ll meet” by his cousin George Lineker, 31, in a touching tribute on social media.Jonty Parkinson, cousin of Gary Lineker’s kids, died while at workJonty worked as a tree surgeonGary Lineker with his first wife and the auntie of Jonty, Michelle, in 2000Credit: PA:Press AssociationOpening the inquest last week, senior coroner Darren Salter revealed the tree surgeon died following a crush injury to his abdomen whilst working on September 6.Oxford Coroner’s Court heard Jonty, of Coln St. Aldwyns, Gloucs., was killed by a falling tree in Eaton Hastings, Oxon.A GoFundMe page set up in memory of the teenager has raised over £32,000 to go towards a “beautiful memorial or event” for the family.A post under the appeal called Jonty a “very special, beautiful young man”.read more on footballIt added: “I realise money can’t fill the great chasm of loss they are feeling, but I hope it can be used to ease the burden of funeral expenses or go towards a fitting memorial for Jonty.”Gary Lineker’s son George, 31, last month described his tragic cousin as “one of the nicest boys you’ll meet”.An Instagram story showed him with Jonty as a youngster, with George writing: “Taken far too soon. Fly high cousin, you’ll be missed by all.”Tobias Lineker, 28, George’s brother, also wrote a heartbreaking tribute on Instagram alongside an old photo of a smiling Jonty.Most read in FootballHe said: “Taken from us far too soon, rest in peace little cousin.”Jonty was the nephew of Gary, 63, from his marriage to his first wife, Michelle Cockayne, with whom he shares four children – George, Harry, Tobias and Angus.Jonty’s mum, Ali Cockayne, is the sister of Michelle and was previously married to Former England rugby captain Will Carling.A date for the full inquest has not yet been confirmed.Gary Lineker with sons Harry, Angus, George and TobiasCredit: RexFormer England rugby captain Will Carling with Jonty’s mum Ali and their son Henry in 1998Credit: PA:Press Association More

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      France boss stunned as World Cup winner and 137-cap legend shockingly RETIRES from international duty

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      FRANCE star Antoine Griezmann has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 33.The Atletico Madrid player made 137 appearances for his country, scoring 44 goals in that time.Antoine Griezmann has revealed his retirement from international footballManager Didier Deschamps revealed that the pair had a long discussion about itGriezmann and Deschamps have a close relationshipGriezmann has been a key member of the France squad under manager Didier Deschamps since making his debut under him in 2014.The LaLiga winger’s social media statement read: “It is with a heart full of memories that I close this chapter of my life. “Thank you for this magnificent tricolour adventure and see you soon.”After 10 incredible years marked by challenges, successes and unforgettable moments, it is time for me to turn a page and make way for the new generation.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS”Wearing this jersey was an honour and a privilege.”Deschamps said: “We’ve had a long discussion about his retirement recently.”Since his debut in the France team 10 years ago we’ve had a relationship based on trust and frankness.”Even if his club career is not over, Antoine will remain a monument of French football, one of the greatest players in its history.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”It was often said that he was my favourite. We indeed had built a very strong relationship, that will remain intact.”From the bottom of my heart, thank you for everything, Grizou.”Retired rugby legend and Six Nations icon takes up gruelling new sport at 47 Griezmann helped his nation win the 2018 World Cup.His Man-of-the-match performance put France 2-1 ahead with a penalty before a 4-2 victory over Croatia in Russia six years ago.The end of his World Cup adventure was marked by another final at Qatar 2022, playing 71 minutes of France’s eventual shootout defeat to Argentina.He was announced as the nation’s new vice-captain following the retirement of Hugo Lloris, with Kylian Mbappe named skipper in March 2023.He featured in all six games of Euro 2024, before crashing out in the semi-finals to winners Spain.He started for France in a 3-1 Nations League defeat by Italy in September, before his last appearance came as a sub in a 2-0 win against Belgium three days later.Griezmann has revealed his decision prior to the next international break in October when France play Israel and Belgium in the Nations League.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe also won the 2021 Nations League with his country.The forward was top scorer at Euro 2016 with six goals as hosts France finished runners-up, losing to Portugal in the final.Griezmann was instrumental in France winning the 2018 World CupGriezmann also won the Nations League in 2021 More

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      World’s sexiest referee Claudia Romani shows off incredible figure in animal print bikini on South Beach

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      CLAUDIA ROMANI stunned as she showed off her figure in a bikini.Romani – who is a fully certified referee – has swapped the football pitch for modelling.Claudia Romani showed off her curvy figure in a photoshootCredit: SplashRomani made a number of seductive posesCredit: SplashShe showed off her figure during the shootCredit: SplashRomani wore an animal-print bikiniCredit: SplashShe flaunted her backside during the shootCredit: SplashRomani has 1.3 million followers on InstagramCredit: SplashThe Italian-American is no stranger to wowing her fans online.And her latest photoshoot proved to be no different.She was seen wearing an animal-print bikini on a visit to South Beach in Miami, Florida.The 42-year-old struck a number of poses as she paired her look with sunglasses.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA number of seductive photos were seen in the beach shoot.Some saw her showing off her curvy figure.Others saw her flaunt her barely covered backside.Romani has 1.3 million followers on Instagram.Most read in FootballShe has modelled for numerous magazines over the years, including Cosmopolitan, GQ and Playboy.Romani no longer works as a ref in Italy and spends her time living in Miami.Stunning Italian ref Claudia Romani shows off her figure as she enjoys the beach She ditched the gig after she was publicly criticised for openly supporting Serie A giants AC Milan.Romani is a fully certified refCredit: Splash NewsBut she swapped the ref’s whistle for modellingCredit: Instagram @claudia_romaniShe left Italian refereeing after openly admitting to supporting AC MilanCredit: Instagram @claudiaromaniShe has modelled for the likes of Playboy and GQCredit: Splash News More

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      Georgina Rodriguez puts on busty display in figure-hugging dress and stockings as fans call Cristiano Ronaldo ‘lucky’

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO’S girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez went viral with a stunning dress during a lavish gala event.Georgina, 30, burst onto the scene in 2016 when she started dating Ronaldo, 39, and quickly became the most followed WAG on social media with 63.4million fans on Instagram alone.Georgina Rodriguez took social media by storm once moreCredit: https://www.instagram.com/georginagio/?hl=enGeorgina attended a lavish gala in Paris hosted by VetementsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/georginagio/?hl=enGeorgina posed for photos with other VIP guestsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/georginagio/?hl=enGeorgina attracted a lot of attention at the eventCredit: https://www.instagram.com/georginagio/?hl=enGeorgina attended the event in a black figure-hugging dressCredit: https://www.instagram.com/georginagio/?hl=enGeorgina shared a series of snaps across social mediaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/georginagio/?hl=enGeorgina attracted over half a million likes on InstagramCredit: https://www.instagram.com/georginagio/?hl=enAnd now the model makes several public appearances in which she often steals the attention.The Argentinean social media star’s latest appearance at luxury fashion house Vetements’ gala in Paris saw her making her presence known with a black figure-hugging dress.Al-Nassr star Ronaldo’s partner shared several snaps on Instagram along with other VIP guests and attracted over 677,000 likes.Georgina posted the following caption: “Vetements special date.”Read More on FootballHer fans were left in awe once more and stormed the comments’ section.One fan posted: “Cristiano Ronaldo is lucky.”Another commented: “Amazing.”A third said: “Queen.”Most read in FootballThis fan gushed: “OMGGGG.”And that one wrote: “Most beautiful.”Cristiano Ronaldo squeezes Georgina Rodriguez’s bum on holidayThis comes after Georgina made it to the cover of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 edition.Inside the glamorous world of Georgina Rodriguez…Georgina lives a life to be enviedCredit: InstagramThe stunning partner of Cristiano Ronaldo offers insights into her world using her social channelsCredit: instagram @georginagioShe has over 50 million followers on InstagramCredit: InstagramShe met Ronaldo whilst working as a shop girl at DiorCredit: The Mega AgencyShe is now the mother to his five children, two of which Georgina is the maternal motherCredit: EPAGeorgina now resides in Saudi Arabia follower her partner’s move to the countryCredit: Georgina Rodriguez/instagramGeorgina loves luxury holidays and can often be seen on mega yachtsCredit: Instagram @georginagioBoats are a big love of hersCredit: Refer to CaptionShe travels almost exclusively by private jetCredit: Georgina RodríguezThe Argentine beauty is a regularly at the Venice film festival where she can be seen turning headsCredit: GettyGeorgina is loved by fashion magazines for her sense of styleCredit: AlamyShe models for a range of companiesCredit: georginagio/InstagramRodríguez has modelled for PrettyLittleThing lingerieCredit: InstagramGeorgina’s love of travel is something she regularly shares on her social channels, including this trip to IbizaCredit: Instagram, @georginagio More

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      Former Arsenal and England star, 32, completes League Two free transfer after months unemployed

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      A FORMER ARSENAL and England star has completed a shock free transfer to a League Two club.Newly-promoted Bromley teased fans online by showing the back of the former Premier League star together with his voice.Carl Jenkinson has completed a shock transfer to BromleyCredit: Getty – ContributorIt comes after he spent two months unemployed upon being released by A-League side Newcastle JetsCredit: GettyA social media post with the video said: “Introducing our new number 6.”And it left fans convinced that the club had signed Carl Jenkinson.Bromley confirmed the signing of the 32-year-old on their website shortly after.A statement said: “Bromley Football Club are delighted to announce the permanent signing of full-back and former England international Carl Jenkinson following his departure from Australian side Newcastle Jets.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”The 32-year-old, who worked with Andy Woodman during their time at Charlton, made almost 100 Premier League appearances whilst also racking up a handful of appearances in the Champions League too…”Our newest recruit will wear the number six shirt and supporters can catch him in action tomorrow or Tuesday night as we enter back-to-back home games.”The one-cap England international had been left without a club after leaving A-League side Newcastle Jets in June.Jenkinson made his name after signing for Arsenal from Charlton in 2011 before an impressive 2012/13 season for the Gunners. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe would go on to star for West Ham, Birmingham and Nottingham Forest before departing for football Down Under.Speaking to club media following his signing, Jenkinson said: “How’s it feel? It’s good, I’m glad it is sorted out now with all the international clearance stuff which was dragging on a bit…The forgotten Arsenal wonderkids”I know Woody from when I was a kid coming through at Charlton… it’s one of them that when you know someone – he was always so easy to get along with even as a young lad…”That led to me reaching out to Woody a couple of weeks ago and saying can I come in and train because I wanted to be fit and maintain my fitness.”We have that relationship where I can ask that question, so it was nice that he said yeah and then that it’s led to this.”Jenkinson could make his debut for the Ravens in front of the home crowd at Hayes Lane against MK Dons tomorrow.The south London side currently sit 18th in League Two, having won two games, lost four and drawn one so far in their first ever season in the English Football League. More

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      Lewis Hamilton posts classy one-word message to Daniel Ricciardo after F1 legend is axed with immediate effect

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      LEWIS HAMILTON posted a classy one-word response after Daniel Ricciardo’s exit from Formula One was confirmed.Ricciardo was brutally axed by VCARB following the Singapore Grand Prix.Lewis Hamilton posted a classy response as Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 exit was confirmedCredit: GettyHamilton competed with Ricciardo for 12 yearsCredit: ReutersThe 35-year-old posted a heartfelt goodbye on Instagram, saying: “I’ve loved this sport my whole life. It’s wild and wonderful and been a journey.”To the teams and individuals that have played their part, thank you. To the fans who love the sport sometimes more than me haha thank you.”It’ll always have its highs and lows but it’s been fun and truth be told I wouldn’t change it. Until the next adventure.”An outpouring of emotion followed the announcement from both fans and rivals, with Ricciardo having been on the grid since 2011.READ MORE IN F1Reacting to his post, seven-time world champion Hamilton was among those to wish the Australian farewell.He simply said: “Legend.”Taking to his own page, Hamilton, 39, also shared an image of himself alongside Ricciardo performing a the Honey Badger’s trademark “shoey” celebration.On that post he added: “@danielricciardo it’s been a honour to compete with you over the years. Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I’ll never forget the battles, the laughs, and drinking out of your shoe 🤢 It was gross, but glad I got to do it with you bud.”You leave a legacy of always being yourself, which in this sport is never easy. Mercedes made ‘clear mistake’ that ‘ruined’ Lewis Hamilton’s chances in Singapore GP and left him ‘so angry’”You’ve taken it all with the biggest smile and I salute you for it. “There is so much more for you up ahead and I can’t wait to see what you do next. Always here for you, man.”Other F1 drivers also joined the list of well-wishers, including former team-mate Lando Norris, who said: “Ly brother.”George Russell said: “F1 won’t be the same without you, mate. All the best on the next adventure.”The Australian Grand Prix account said: “F1 won’t be the same without you, Daniel. Thank you for everything you did for our sport. Australia is incredibly proud of you.”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 TBCAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and TBCHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban OconThe F1 account said: “Forever iconic.”A statement from VCARB team principal Laurent Mekies said: “Everyone here at VCARB would like to thank Daniel for his hard work across the last two seasons with us.”Daniel has been a true gentlemen both on and off the track and never without that smile.”He will be missed, but will always hold a special place within the Red Bull family.”Ricciardo had broken down in tears during post-race interview in Singapore, with it understood he had already been informed that it would be his final race.READ MORE SUN STORIESDespite finishing last of the runners who finished the race, Ricciardo snatched the fastest lap away from Norris – sparking a cheating row from McLaren chief Zak Brown.The team have already announced that 22-year-old Liam Lawson will replace Ricciardo for the rest of the season.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More