More stories

  • in

    Who is Junelle Bromfield? Meet Olympic athlete Noah Lyles’ girlfriend and star of Netflix show Sprint

    OLYMPIC Sprinter Junelle Bromfield features in the Netflix documentary – Sprint.The documentary follows the lives of top athletes such as Marcell Jacobs, Shericka Jackson and her partner and US sensation, Noah Lyles.Junelle Bromfield of Jamaica competes during the World Athletics Indoor Championships Belgrade 2022Credit: ALAMYMeet Olympic athlete Noah Lyles’ girlfriend and star of Netflix show SprintCredit: InstagramWho is Junelle Bromfield?Junelle Bromfield is a Jamaican athlete born February 8 1998.The 26-year-old competed in the mixed 4 × 400 metres relay event at the 2020 Summer Olympics and won a bronze medal. Junelle is also the girlfriend of record breaking track and field sprinter, Noah Lyles.When and how did Junelle Bromfield and Noah Lyles meet?The celebrity sprinters have been dating for almost two years. The couple shared their one-year anniversary on Instagram in August 2023, with Bromfield captioning her post: “Cheers to 7 years of friendship, 6 months of dating, 1 year of being your partner. And to forever loving you. #1yearanniversary.”It has been reported that the two met online after Junelle messaged the Gainesville sprinter, asking if he’d like to play an online game together. It wasn’t long before the two became inseparable and are often seen rooting for one another on their social media accounts.Most read in AthleticsI won my first gold medal at the 2020 Olympics – this year in Paris I’ll become ‘the fastest Canadian ever’What does Junelle Bromfield do for a living?Junelle Bromfield earns her living as a successful athlete.Junelle famously won the bronze medal in the 4x400m relay race at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Bromfield’s mother, Sandra Farquharson, died in February 2021 from cervical cancer. Despite the tragic loss of her mother Sandra Farquharson, who died in February 2021 from cervical cancer, Junelle has continued to push for more success on the track.Junelle went on to earn a silver medal at the 2022 World Athletics Championships.More recently she secured her spot in the Paris 2024 Olympics after a notable performance at the Jamaican Olympic trials.Olympic Gold medalist Noah Lyles has been in a relationship with Junelle for over a yearCredit: GETTYHow to watch Netflix sprintSprint is now available to stream on Netflix. As of January 2024, Netflix in the UK has four subscription plans with the following monthly prices:Basic without ads: £6.99With ads: £4.99Standard: £10.99Premium: £15.99 More

  • in

    Streamers Neon and Jack Doherty involved in ugly brawl at bare-knuckle boxing event as fans call for Misfits fight

    STREAMERS Neon and Jack Doherty were involved in an ugly brawl at a bare-knuckle boxing event.The pair were at the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship event in Florida. Streamers Neon and Jack Doherty were involved in an ugly brawl at a bare-knuckle boxing eventCredit: X@HappyPunchThe scene was captured liveCredit: X@HappyPunchNeon – real name Rangesh Mutama – was streaming live when he approached Doherty.Both got in each other’s faces before Doherty shoved Neon sparking a brawl between them. Security was quick to intervene as all hell broke loose in the crowd of the BKFC event.Later on that night, while both streamers were live, Doherty mounted a second attack on Neon with their entourages again breaking it up. READ MORE IN BOXINGFans were quick to mock the social media stars – who have raked in millions online – while calling for their differences to be settled in the Misfits Boxing ring.One said: “Get them in a ring.”Another added: “Kick-off matchup for the KSI event?”One put: “Get them on a Misfits card.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSDoherty shot to fame on YouTube and later streaming service Kick for prank-style videos, amassing a huge net worth of $60million.Meanwhile, Neon streams his day to day life and is also believed to be worth a huge $30m. Jack Doherty with girlfriend McKinley RichardsonCredit: Instagram mckinleyrichardsonThe social media star has a huge car collectionCredit: YouTube/JackDohertyNeon with girlfriend Sam FrankCredit: Twitter/N3onOnYTNorth West hangs out with streamer Kai Cenat on her birthday as Kardashian fans beg Kim to let preteen ‘be a normal kid’ More

  • in

    Logan Paul reveals talks with Netflix to replace Mike Tyson and fight his own BROTHER Jake in never-before-seen bout

    LOGAN PAUL revealed talks to replace Mike Tyson and fight his own BROTHER Jake in a never-before-seen bout. YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake was due to face heavyweight legend Tyson on July 20 in Texas. Jake Paul and brother Logan considered fighting each otherCredit: Social Media – Refer to SourceJake Paul and Mike Tyson facing offCredit: @jakepaulBut the controversial clash – scrutinised for the age gap – has been postponed after Iron Mike suffered a health scare. The fight has instead been pushed back to November 15 – but Logan seriously considered saving the day to take on his younger brother. And the idea was even touted to Netflix as the social media sensation revealed the crazy idea to former US president Donald Trump on his podcast. Logan said: “I was willing to step in for Mike Tyson, when Tyson got sick and had to postpone his fight. We actually ran it up the chain at Netflix.”READ MORE IN BOXINGTrump, an ex-boxing promoter, responded: “It’s hard for brothers to fight.” But Logan Paul added: “Not for Netflix. Not for a big ‘ole bag. Figure it out once and for all. “Me and Jake decided that, obviously we both come from a place of love. “And whatever the outcome would be, we would have to be okay with it. But obviously, I love my brother.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCredit: The SunNever before have two star brothers fought each other with the Klistchkos famously ruling it out. Tyson, 57, was forced to withdraw after suffering an ulcer flare up when boarding a flight from Miami to Los Angeles. Doctors advised him to stop training and rest before the rescheduled date was announced. Logan, 29, and brother Jake, 27, began boxing at the same time but have since had differing careers. Jake is now 9-1 and has world title aspirations with his only loss coming to Tyson Fury’s brother Tommy, 25. Meanwhile, Logan has boxed in exhibitions including against American icon Floyd Mayweather, 47, which went the distance. His last bout was a disqualification victory over MMA star Dillon Danis, 30, but he has not returned to boxing since. Instead, he is focussing on WWE where he reigns as the United States champion. More

  • in

    Mike Tyson issues chilling threat to Jake Paul in first message since Netflix showdown fight was postponed

    MIKE TYSON sent a chilling nine-word message to his nemesis Jake Paul after their box office bout was rescheduled for November 15.The clash was postponed after Tyson suffered a flare-up of an ulcer during a flight last week. Mike Tyson issued a damning message to Jake PaulCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskTheir highly anticipated bout has been rearranged for November 15Credit: ReutersThe former heavyweight champion vowed to knock Jake Paul outCredit: ReutersTyson reportedly became unwell while aboard a flight from Miami to Los Angeles and needed medical assistance.His team insisted that he had made a full recovery, but medical professionals said that the original date would be too soon for him.The original bout between the 57-year-old and YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul, 27, had been set to take place on July 2.But now the former undisputed world heavyweight champion has made an immediate beeline for Paul by vowing to knock him out.read more sport newsWhile addressing the new date, Tyson posted a viral video on X and said: “Different date. Same fate. I’m going to knock out Jake Paul.”The post was captioned with: “Jake’s new wake date. Nov. 15th.” with Paul yet to respond.Following the rescheduling, Tyson declared the medical setback won’t affect his preparations, as he stated: “Although we had to postpone the fight, I will resume training shortly.”I am thankful to the medical staff that treated me and to MVP, Netflix, and AT&T Stadium for working diligently to find the best reschedule date for all parties.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“While we have a new date, the result will be the same no matter when we fight. Jake Paul is getting knocked out.”The fight will see Tyson return to the ring for the first time since when he drew with Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout in November 2020.EXCLUSIVE: Anthony Joshua expected to fight winner of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk even if Gypsy King gets revenge on UkrainianDuring his professional career, the 57-year-old won 50 of his 58 fights, with 44 of those being knockout victories.However, Tyson – who will be 58 when the date comes round- will face a whole new test when he faces Paul, whose record currently stands at 9-1. More

  • in

    When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson? NEW date CONFIRMED, ring-walk time, TV channel and live stream as boxing legend returns

    MIKE TYSON will return to the ring for the first time since 2020 to face internet sensation Jake Paul – but it will be later than expected.The Problem Child overcame Ryan Bourland with a brutal first round knockout in back March.Jake Paul will take on Mike Tyson at a new dateCredit: @Netflix / XPaul has won his last three bouts since his defeat to Tommy Fury last February.The internet sensation will now face one of the greatest boxers of all time, with Mike Tyson set to return to the ring at the age of 58.Tyson’s last bout came in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, of which Paul was on the undercard against former NBA player Nate Robinson.When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?
    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson has been rescheduled for Friday, November 15.
    The fight was originally set for July 20 – but was moved back after Tyson’s health issues.
    The bout will be hosted at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
    READ MORE IN BOXINGWhy has Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson been postponed?Mike Tyson’s health issues mean he has had to put his training on hold.The former world champion suffered a medical emergency on board a flight in May as a result of an ulcer flare up.Netflix, who were set to show the fight, released a statement announcing the cancellation.It reads: “Unfortunately Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will not face-off on July 20 as planned. Tyson’s recent ulcer flare up has limited his ability to train fully for the next few weeks.Most read in Boxing”The fight will be rescheduled for a date later this year after Mike’s able to resume training with no limitations and both fighters can have equal time to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup!”Tyson required medical assistance from paramedics on board a flight from Miami to LA.He felt nauseous and dizzy though his publicist said he was feeling “very good” after treatment.What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson on and can it be live streamed?
    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will be broadcast exclusively on Netflix.
    It will be the streaming giant’s first venture into combat sports.
    Jake Paul confirmed on X that the bout with Mike Tyson will be available to all Netflix subscribers at no additional cost.
    What’s been said?On the announcement of the huge fight, Paul said: “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard. “Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons.”Within just two and a half years of founding MVP, we’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time.”Whether you’re tuning in on Netflix or showing out in person, whether you’re team Paul or team Tyson, or whether you’re a lifelong boxing fan or watching your first fight, you’re not going to want to miss this event.”Mike Tyson has also spoken about the fight with Paul on July 20, he said: “I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones Jr and now I plan to finish him.” More

  • in

    Widow of ex-Premier League star reveals footballer had secret double life & married another woman

    THE widow of a former Premier League star has revealed the footballer led a secret double life and married another woman.Jlloyd Samuel, who died in 2018 at the age of 37 after his Range Rover collided with a van after he had dropped his kids off at school, is profiled in a new documentary on Netflix which launched this week.JLLoyd Samuel with his first wife Emma PritchardCredit: Supplied as a technical service. No is implied or inferred.The Prem star is then said to have married singer Helia Sahimi as his second wifeCredit: InstagramSamuel in action for Bolton Wanderers against Arsenal in September 2008Credit: Getty Images – GettyPritchard says her husband led ‘another life’ in Iran with his second wifeCredit: NetflixThe show, called ‘The Footballer, His Wife and the Crash’, was first screened by ITV in 2022, and tells the story of how Samuel is said to have led a double life.In the 2000s, Samuel played in the Premier League for Aston Villa and Bolton before heading to Iran.Appearing in the programme is his first wife Emma Pritchard who says that Samuel had “another life” in the Middle Eastern country with a second wife, who he married in 2013, having converted to Islam for her.She said: “I was trying to grieve my husband and find he has another life. Who is my husband – do I really know him?”Read More on Jlloyd SamuelThe two women even met while Pritchard was on a trip to Dubai, but the second wife introduced herself as a fortune teller.The second wife turned out to be a singer, Helia Sahimi, who once referred to Samuel as “the best husband I could have ever asked for”.Pritchard, who is mum to Samuel’s three kids, was said to have been in shock after she learned of the relationship, which he maintained until he died.Pritchard said: “About four weeks after Jlloyd’s death, my friend said I’ve got something to tell you.Most read in Football“Jlloyd’s got another wife, another woman, and she’s just plastered herself all over his Instagram as his wife. I threw up everywhere. I said let me see the Instagram and I looked and said ‘oh my god’.”She described the discovery about their relationship as a “stab in the heart”.Some of the best moments from former Aston Villa and Bolton footballer Jlloyd SamuelPritchard admitted she was “obsessed” with the Instagram account of her husband’s secret wife.She said: “There were even shots of Jlloyd that he’d sent to me on trips to Africa, with crocodiles and then I’d see another picture on Helia’s of her with Jloyd in Africa with the crocodiles.“It was like a stab in the heart. I’m trying to grieve for my husband and then I find out he’s got a full-on other life for seven years. Never ever has he asked me for a divorce.“As far as I was concerned we were fine, we were great. The night before he passed away he was swinging me around the kitchen telling me how much he loved me.”Later, Samuel’s sister Leslie-Ann accused Pritchard of faking the former player’s death, even though a coroner ruled the body belonged to the footballer.A 2019 inquest heard that Samuel was more than twice the drink-driving limit when he died.Sahimi, speaking in the documentary, says she believes Samuel is “still alive”.Jlloyd Samuel’s playing career
    As a youngster, he played for Sunday League side Senrab and supported Manchester United.
    The former Trinidad and Tobago international began his career in Charlton’s academy before penning a professional deal with Aston Villa.
    He made almost 200 appearances for the Villans before signing a four-year deal with Bolton in 2007.
    Samuel then spent stints with Cardiff City and Leeds United before ending his playing career in Iran.
    Samuel was born in Trinidad and Tobago but grew up in South East London.
    He was selected by the Three Lions in 2004 after featuring for the U21 squad.
    But he later opted to play for the country of his birth, where he went on to make his debut in 2009.

    Pritchard uses her Instagram account @wagtowidow to detail her grief in the wake of her husband’s death.The couple had three children together – Javarne, Lakyle, and Amara.Lakyle is a footballer who plays for Manchester City.The documentary has picked up praise from viewers on social media.One user on X, formerly Twitter, wrote: “That Jlloyd Samuel Netflix documentary was wild!”Another said: “Jlloyd Samuel is no longer here to answer the many questions.. it’s a crazy situation.”A third posted: “This Jlloyd Samuel documentary on Netflix quickly gets bizarre and then just gets even more bizarre.”READ MORE SUN STORIESWhile a fourth added: “Has anyone seen the Jlloyd Samuel doc on Netflix? What an utterly mental double life he was leading. Tragic ending but crikey if it was a Hollywood script it would be considered far-fetched.”The Footballer, His Wife, and the Crash is available to stream on Netflix.Pritchard describes learning about her husband’s second marriage as being like stabbed in the heartCredit: Supplied as a technical service. No is implied or inferred.Aston Villa and Middlesbrough pay tribute to Samuel before the game in March 2018Credit: Action ImagesSamuel in action for Villa during a friendly against Wolves in July 2005Credit: Getty Images – Getty More

  • in

    When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson? Date, ring-walk time, TV channel and live stream with fight to be rescheduled

    MIKE TYSON will return to the ring for the first time since 2020 to face internet sensation Jake Paul – but we’ll have to wait to see it until later in the year.The Problem Child overcame Ryan Bourland with a brutal first round knockout in March.Jake Paul will no longer face Mike Tyson on July 20Credit: @Netflix/ XPaul has won his last three bouts since his defeat to Tommy Fury last February.The internet sensation will now face one of the greatest boxers of all time, with Mike Tyson set to return to the ring at the age of 58.Tyson’s last bout came in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, of which Paul was on the undercard against former NBA player Nate Robinson.When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?
    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson is to be rescheduled for later this year.
    The fight was originally set for July 20 – but has been moved back after Tyson’s health issues.
    The bout will be hosted at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
    READ MORE IN BOXINGWhy has Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson been postponed?Mike Tyson’s health issues mean he has had to put his training on hold.The former world champion suffered a medical emergency on board a flight in May as a result of an ulcer flare up.Netflix, who were set to show the fight, released a statement announcing the cancellation.It reads: “Unfortunately Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will not face-off on July 20 as planned. Tyson’s recent ulcer flare up has limited his ability to train fully for the next few weeks.Most read in Boxing”The fight will be rescheduled for a date later this year after Mike’s able to resume training with no limitations and both fighters can have equal time to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup!”Tyson required medical assistance from paramedics on board a flight from Miami to LA.He felt nauseous and dizzy though his publicist said he was feeling “very good” after treatment.What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson on and can it be live streamed?
    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will be broadcast exclusively on Netflix.
    It will be the streaming giant’s first venture into combat sports.
    Jake Paul confirmed on X that the bout with Mike Tyson will be available to all Netflix subscribers at no additional cost.
    What’s been said?On the announcement of the huge fight, Paul said: “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard. “Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons.”Within just two and a half years of founding MVP, we’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time.”Whether you’re tuning in on Netflix or showing out in person, whether you’re team Paul or team Tyson, or whether you’re a lifelong boxing fan or watching your first fight, you’re not going to want to miss this event.”Mike Tyson has also spoken about the fight with Paul on July 20, he said: “I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones Jr and now I plan to finish him.” More

  • in

    Ex-Man Utd star David Beckham reveals he checked on Tom Brady after Birmingham City investor’s ‘hard to watch’ roast

    DAVID BECKHAM has revealed he checked on Tom Brady after the Birmingham City owner was “roasted” on Netflix over the weekend.The seven-time Super Bowl winner was nowhere to be seen as Blues were relegated from the Championship on Saturday.David Beckham has revealed he checked on Tom Brady after the Birmingham City investor was ‘roasted’ on NetflixCredit: NETFLIXBrady was absent from St Andrew’s to be pulled apart on Netflix’s show ‘The Roast of Tom Brady’Credit: NETFLIXThe seven-time Super Bowl winner was nowhere to be seen as Blues were relegated from the Championship on SaturdayBrady was absent from St Andrew’s to be pulled apart by comedians and celebrities on Netflix’s show “The Roast of Tom Brady”.The show went down as one of the craziest celebrity roasts in history so much so Inter Miami owner Beckham revealed he had to check if Brady was okay on Wednesday’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live.Kimmel, 56, first asked the Manchester United legend, 49, if he would ever let himself be brutally roasted like Tom, 46, was during a Netflix comedy special on Sunday.Beckham said: “No. I know Tom well and I must admit I did fire him a message just to check he was okay.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLKimmel asked: “‘Is he okay?””More than okay, but yeah it was hard to watch,” Beckham added.Even Brady’s ex-head coach at the New England Patriots, Bill Belichick, got in on the act.Belichick said about Brady’s Blues ownership: “I see your soccer team Birmingham City got knocked down to another tier in the English Football League.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“For those not familiar with English football and the intricacies of the obscure relegation system, just let me say, I’ll put it in English for you – they suck. Not so easy running a team is it Tom?”Brady visited Birmingham to watch two Championship matches last season. Bill Belichick makes ‘savage’ Rob Gronkowski joke over Fox NFL Sunday job during brutal Tom Brady Netflix roastHe experienced a 1-0 win over Leeds in August, days after his involvement was announced by Blues owners Knighthead, and also saw a 0-0 draw with Rotherham in December.And despite their 1-0 victory against Norwich on Saturday they failed to slaavage their spot in the second tier and will play in League One next season.Can you name the famous fathers? More