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      Olympic beauty Alysha Newman reveals what fans ask her to do on OnlyFans after twerking celebration went viral

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      STUNNING pole vaulter Alysha Newman has seen scores of fans subscribe to her OnlyFans account after her Olympic success.The Canadian, 30, won bronze at Paris 2024 – earning praise for her smiley demeanour and winning personality.Stunning Alysha Newman has seen a rise in subscribers on OnlyFans after her Olympic successGorgeous Newman starred at Paris 2024 and won bronze in the pole vaultNewman went viral after celebrating her medal by twerkingWhile her confidence was captured brilliantly by TV cameras when she was caught twerking in celebration after clearing 4.85m to earn a medal.But her subscribers on OnlyFans know Newman only too well for her sass and cheek on the online adult subscription platform.The blonde beauty set up her account three years ago, when Covid robbed athletes of exposure at Tokyo 2021.And ever since her content, which includes training sessions, sexy lingerie photoshoots and videos, has continued to be a massive pull.Read more Alysha Newman newsSpeaking to SunSport about gaining more followers, she revealed: “I felt that, with or without the medal, getting the exposure on the worldwide stage would give me an additional fanbase.”I was really excited because I was with people who have been with me since 2021, but now I have all these new fans that are like, ‘Oh my gosh, she was so fun and entertaining’.”What I have been hearing the most is people telling they have never been more interested in the women’s pole vault and that makes my heart so excited.”Because, in the past, I think it’s true that my personality was more related than the actual sport.”Most read in AthleticsGiving the fans what they wantNewman is one of many sports stars who make extra cash on OnlyFans.She charges subscribers £10-per-month who have the opportunity to view content, some racy, some professional, and interact with her.Meet the sexiest athletes of the 2024 Paris OlympicsOther famous athletes who use OnlyFans include tennis star Nick Kyrgios, ex-UFC fighter Paige Van Zant and boxer Ebanie Bridges.Newman told SunSport what her fans ask to see from her online.She said: “I always get strange requests.”I get excited about what people ask for, it gives me a good insight into what people are thinking about me.”Lots of people have asked for photos of all my medals lined up – they love that stuff.”It’s different stuff that I never thought would be intriguing, and it just shows you how unique and cool the human brain is and how different everyone is.”So it’s been fun to create that content, to help them feel like they’ve been seen.”I’ll work with my photographers and videographers and say, ‘This person wants this set up, how do we make that come to life for them?'”It’s a different way of creating content for individuals I have connected with over the past five years.”Alysha Newman competes in the pole vault final in ParisCredit: APAlysha’s delight at coming third at the OIympicsCredit: APNewman’s winning personalty shows in competition and onlineCredit: GettySome glam content is shared on Newman’s OnlyFans platformCredit: Instagram / @alyshanewmanNewman revealed she gives the fans content that they want to seeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/alyshanewman/Fear of joining OnlyFansOnlyFans has been accused of peddling illicit content, including pornography in the past.Newman admitted she had her reservations at joining the platform initially.She told us: “My first discussion was with my family. “I said, ‘I know there’s a lot of stigma behind this website, and this is new to me, but what do you think?””I remember my sister said, ‘If you don’t try, how would you ever know?'”And she was right. If I didn’t go on it then, then I wouldn’t be on it now. Clearly something resonated with me and it changed my life completely.”You get to be who you want. I’ve said as the years have gone on that I could be the person who changes that stigma about OnlyFans.”It was important for me to show other athletes that they can join and it can be a safe community.”That’s been a key part of my messaging. Other athletes have seen the content I have put out and have been shocked because they expected it to be different because of their perception of OnlyFans.”I know I won’t get everybody to change their mindset, that’s not my goal.A lot of people that don’t like what I do are a lot of people I won’t take personal opinions from.”Newman revealed she enjoys having complete control over the content she puts outAlthough Newman had her reservations about OnlyFans at first”But I have a community that loves me and supports me. It’s a safe space where people feel they can join me on this journey and I can let the rest go.”There were a couple times of, early on, when I had second thoughts and wondered if I should be doing it.”But my family told me to hold out, try it at the Olympics in Tokyo, and see how you feel about it.”A lot of people that don’t like what I do are a lot of people I won’t take personal opinions from.”Inspiration from her fansNewman is thankful to her OnlyFans fanbase, who she said empower her when she’s feeling down. “I’ve said this so many times – without fans there wouldn’t be sport. I’m well aware of that. That medal I received is just as much their’s as it is mine,” she said.”They brought me so much energy, and the people that have been with me since 2021 have only been encouraging me.”They have been the ones that have told me, ‘You’ve got this’ on days when I haven’t been feeling my best.”It’s been a platform I never would’ve expected I would have liked over all the other platforms.READ MORE SUN STORIESNewman started her OnlyFans account in 2021Credit: https://www.instagram.com/alyshanewman/Initially, Newman set the account up so fans can follow her at the Tokyo OlympicsCredit: ReutersHer account snowballed and has now become a community and safe space for Newman”It was just something I wanted to share with other people when Covid came and nobody could be at the Olympics in Tokyo, and it has snowballed.”It is this huge community now, which I am so thankful for.” More

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      How TNT Sports presenter Reshmin Chowdhury battled ethnic prejudice to rule the TV and radio waves

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      THIS upcoming season, Reshmin Chowdhury will get back to work alongside Laura Woods for TNT Sports’ coverage of the Premier League.Not to say she’s rested on her laurels this summer after fronting Eurosport’s Olympic output, which cemented her position among the elite broadcasters.Reshmin Chowdhury delivered flawless coverage of the Champions League final on TNT Sports last seasonReshmin was in Paris to host Eurosport’s Olympic outputReshmin has interviewed the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano RonaldoWhile on Saturdays, Reshmin also hosts GameDay Exclusive for talkSPORTFans of talkSPORT have already become accustomed to her knowledge and wit hosting GameDay Exclusive on Saturday mornings.But the 46-year-old had her work cut out convincing TV execs she was sports journalist material.Reshmin, who grew up in an open-minded Bengali Muslim family, has revealed she was questioned about her expertise in the field because of her ethnicity. Reshmin told us: “It is something I am passionate about. We need more representation.Read more football news”It shouldn’t be as hard as it was for me for someone getting into sports broadcasting now.”I believe it would have been 100 per cent easier if I had an ‘in’. “The barriers to entry were everywhere. I didn’t have a famous sporting person in my family, or know anyone in TV.”And being British Asian… I think I had to convince a lot of people that I knew about football. That was the most frustrating part… I mean, is it a surprise?Most read in FootballReshmin has revealed how hard she found it breaking into the sports broadcast industryAs a British Asian, Reshmin was questioned about her football knowledgeReshmin recalled a nasty encounter when two former male colleagues quizzed her about a Real Madrid player”I started off working in news, no one questioned me then. I have a politics degree, so it was quite normal.”But when you come into sport, people look at you and they are thinking: ‘Does she know what she is really talking about?'”Exclusive: Lescott tips Guardiola to follow Klopp’s lead when he leaves Man City despite links with vacant England jobReshmin recalled a particularly nasty encounter with two male colleagues.”I can remember when I was at the BBC a couple of guys asked me a question about a specific Real Madrid player. I knew they were testing me,” she divulged.”And maybe this is the case for other women, and not just about colour – but they wouldn’t do that to another guy.”Over the years, ambitious Reshmin has worked tirelessly to achieve her dream of working in sport. When it came to shows she wanted to work on, she would wait for the credits to roll and find out who was in charge and get in contact with them.”In the last five or six years, the doors have opened for women in sport. But that hasn’t always been the case,” she said.”I would look at programmes I wanted to work on, look at the credits at the end, find the name of the person who was in charge, and would call up the company and get their email address”I did everything directly, which was how I got my break at Real Madrid TV.”Now a leading light on TV and radio she is a role model for young British Asian girls who want to follow in her footsteps.She said: “I get Bengali parents who come up to me and tell me their daughters want to become sports journalists because they saw me.”I can’t tell you how much that means to me. Every time I hear that my heart drops.Reshmin is living her best life – interviewing football legends like David Beckham and Zinedine ZidaneAs a role model for British Asian women, Reshmin is glad to inspireread sport features”I didn’t have that role model, so to know that I can be that role model makes my day.”Despite her incredible success, single mother-of-two Reshmin admitted suffering “mum guilt” because of the sacrifices she made for her career.Speaking about juggling family life with her presenting duties, she said: “It’s a minefield and impossible to have everything, but you can try.”I love what I do, I am very fortune, but it’s a constant juggle. Gender roles are still not balanced, whether that’s societal or cultural or personal.”I’ve been a single mum for the past four years, and I have to say some of the men I work with have told me: ‘We just shut the door behind us and our wives do everything.’ And I feel that’s a pretty true statement.”When I worked with BT Sports, I worked on the Champions League and the Europa League coverage. I was pretty much on the road for eight years.”You would go out on Monday and not come back till Friday, if the games aren’t in England.”I look at people who now do our job and they don’t have kids. Add kids on top, you’re doing everything. It’s a military operation to get everything ready, from shopping to laundry, to cooking food and getting them what they need for the week.”Then I might pack, I’ll do my prep, travel, do the job, but you come back and you have to be a mum straight away. You’re knackered, and it’s not your kids’ fault because they’ve missed you.”That cycle went round and round. It was so difficult. I look back now and I will never do it again. I am much happier now I am not going from pillar to post.READ MORE SUN STORIES”There is mum guilt, people look at you and judge you – not that I care about that.”Unless you are a woman with kids who does that, I don’t think you can really understand the intensity of that juggle.”Reshmin is a single mother of two who juggles family life with her hectic jobReshman sacrificed time with her children to pursue her careerFitness fanatic Reshmin has now established herself as a sports broadcaster More

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      Inside John Stones and Olivia Naylor’s relationship, from meeting when she was pregnant to romantic proposal

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      JOHN Stones and Olivia Naylor have announced the happy news that they are engaged.The Man City ace, 30, popped the question to the 35-year-old beautician/entrepreneur during a romantic getaway after the Euros.England ace John Stones and Olivia Naylor are engagedStunning Olivia revealed the news on Instagram to her followersCredit: InstagramBusinesswoman Olivia runs her own beauty salon and has a kids’ clothing brandCredit: Instagram @olivianaylorSunSport first broke the exclusive news, which Olivia confirmed on Instagram.She captioned the post “Mrs Stones to be” alongside a wedding ring emoji.A beaming Olivia posed next to champagne, cake and flowers as she stood next to a sign reading “engaged af”.In another snap, she posed up with her pals with a celebratory cake reading “love is sweet” and strawberries covered in icing on show.Read more football newsOther cute pics on her story showed champagne glasses and candles set alight in celebration.Stones and Olivia met in 2019, after he was nursing a broken heart following a split from his longterm girlfriend.Olivia was pregnant at the time, but love soon blossomed and they couldn’t hide their happiness at the 2022 World Cup, when she was seen cheering her beau in Qatar.Then in 2023, they welcomed their own child together.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPast loveBefore he met Olivia, Stones was in a longterm relationship with childhood sweetheart Millie Savage.They grew up together in South Yorkshire and went to the same school, where they began dating from the age of 14.England’s WAGs: The Real Stars of Euro 2024 By 2017, their baby daughter was born.However, a year later Stones and Millie split and he left the family home in Manchester.Bitter Millie told The Sun that Stones got distracted with his new found fame and neglected her.She revealed: “Footballers are treated as gods and John bought into it wholeheartedly after the World Cup.”He let fame get into his head.”For footballers the rules of normal life become blurred. We are just mortals to them, but in reality it is like looking after a child who has no concept of how the real world works.”A new startStones began seeing Olivia after he moved out the home he shared with Millie.Stones was in a romance with childhood sweetheart Millie SavageCredit: Darren Fletcher – The SunAfter leaving Millie, Stones was drawn to the charms of Oliviaread more sport featuresThey reportedly met on a night out in Manchester and clicked instantly.A source told The Sun at the time: “John started seeing Olivia after he moved out of the family home.”Olivia is very pretty and is well known on the Manchester social scene.”They met during a night out after John was single. There was an instant rapport.”Olivia was pregnant at the time and they discovered they had mutual friends. They make a nice couple and seem happy.”Respectfully…In an attempt to protect their relationship from the public, Olivia and Stones kept their romance private.That was until 2022, when all eyes were on Stones and the England team at the World Cup in Qatar.Olivia was pregnant at the time she met StonesSoon, Olivia became a permanent fixture in Stones’ lifeAnd she also joined England’s Wags at international matchesCredit: RexOlivia joined Wags including Megan Pickford, Sasha Attwood, and Fern Hawkins in cheering the Three Lions on.It was the first time her love for Stones was shown to the world.She has since been seen on the pitch at the Etihad, toasting his success with Man City.A child of their ownOlivia, who also founded children’s clothing brand Moosh alongside her eyebrow specialist business, gave birth to their baby boy last year.A source told SunSport: “They’re absolutely thrilled.”They couldn’t have asked for a better way to begin the year than with the birth of their son.”He’s absolutely gorgeous and they’re so thankful.”They take nothing for granted. They both work extremely hard but it’s been lovely to spend some time together at home with the kids.Last May, Olivia joined Stones on the pitch to celebrate Man City winning the leagueCredit: InstagramOlivia is Stones’ biggest supporter on and off the pitchCredit: PANext, happy couple Stones and Olivia will have to plan their nuptialsCredit: olivianjnaylor / Instagram”Family is such an important part of their lives and they’re elated he has arrived safe and well.”READ MORE SUN STORIESNow, Stones and Olivia have a wedding to prepare.Their romance continues to go from strength to strength. More

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      Meet AnneKee Molenaar, the stunning Wag of Man Utd new boy Matthijs de Ligt who is a model and has a footballer brother

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      MAN UTD have added to their squad with two new signings.The Red Devils snapped up Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt for an initial £38.5million – with a further £4.2m in add ons.Meet AnneKee De Ligt, the newest Wag who will shine at Old TraffordStunning AnneKee is a model from the NetherlandsBlonde beauty AnneKee is the wife of Man Utd’s latest big money signingHe was followed by Noussair Mazraoui in a separate move for £17million.Joining de Ligt on the ride will be his stunning wife, AnneKee Molenaar.The blonde beauty, 23, boasts nearly over 400,000 followers on Instagram.She is a model and fashionista who has become an influencer because of her online presence.Read more Man Utd newsBetter still, she might just help United land a huge transfer target because she’s mates with his missus!Getting marriedThe couple began dating as teenagers in 2018 in Amsterdam.De Ligt was coming through the ranks at Ajax at the time, while AnneKee was an aspiring model.After five years together, taking in Turin and Bavaria on route, he popped the question in 2023 and the couple set the date around when the Champions League final.Most read in FootballHowever, they altered plans when it looked like de Ligt might have made the Wembley showpiece.Instead, they planned their nuptials right before Euro 2024.Man Utd release 2024-25 third kit with bold colour scheme as thrilled fans say ‘we never miss with alternate strips’ Amusingly, De Ligt had to return to the Netherlands camp on his wedding day for a warm-up match against Iceland.The ceremony was featured in the Dutch version of fashion bible Vogue.She said in an interview with magazine: “It’s actually funny because the way the planning for our civil wedding went is a reflection of our relationship in general.”At first, we planned to get married at the end of May, on our anniversary, but then it looked like Matthijs would make it to the Champions League final with Bayern Munich.”So, we had to reschedule everything at the last moment.”De Ligt and AnneKee have been together since 2018 and married before the EurosAnneKee comes from footballing stock with her dad a former playerBrother Jip currently plays at amateur levelAnneKee is a total fashionista who has appeared in Dutch VogueWhy De Ligt is the perfect Man Utd signing By Lee Scott One of Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag’s biggest headaches has been fixing their leaky defence.Despite still not being anywhere near his peak years De Ligt has built considerable experience so far in his career with Ajax, Juventus and Bayern Munich and he has 45 caps at senior level for the Dutch national team.While he is not necessarily a highly modern ball playing type of defensive player he is a player with the defensive strengths and instincts to help shore up a United defence that was, at best, leaky last season.He has a great ability to read the game which was one of the biggest issues that we saw from the United defensive unit last season.De Ligt is also a master in one-on-one situations, who shows strength and intensity in his duels.The Dutch star does a good job in keeping things simple and tends to make good decisions in possession.The pursuit of Matthijs de Ligt makes perfect sense for United and for Ten Hag as a young defender who is still to reach his peak.He has considerable experience at a high level and he understands the game model and system of play of the manager.Click here to read our full analysis on De Ligt joining Manchester United.She understands the gameThe love of football is in AnneKee’s blood.Not only is she a famous Wag, she has family ties to the beautiful game.Her dad Keje Molenaar was a footballer in their homeland, playing for Ajax, Feyenoord and the Dutch national team.While brother Jip Molenaar is currently a player for Dutch amateur club DVVA.He spent his youth career at Eintracht Frankfurt and also appeared for second tier sides Volendam and Telstar.Best friend hintThe Dutch had their Wags out in force at the recent Euros.AnneKee was in Germany in the stands cheering on de Ligt, although he didn’t play a single minute of tournament football.Another player missing in action was Frenkie de Jong who got injured before his country’s campaign.His Wag, Mikky Kiemeney most certainly would have been there had he been fit.AnneKee is firm friends with Mikky KiemeneyMikky Kiemeney, right, is Frenkie de Jong’s wifeDe Ligt and de Jong, who has been linked with Man Ud, played together at AjaxMikky is close mates with AnneKee, after de Ligt and de Jong starred at Ajax together.READ MORE SUN STORIESDe Jong has also been a long-term transfer target for the Red Devils over the years.Maybe AnneKee can put in a good word with Mikky to convince de Jong his future belongs in Manchester. More

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      Lucy Pinder joins the Premier League manager’s Wags club that includes a CSI: Miami actress and a fashion designer

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      AS they say, behind every successful man is a stronger woman – and these Premier league bosses are just the sameWhile they may rule the roost over their squads of players, when it comes to home life you can bet their partners have the final say.Spanish actress Lorena Bernal is married to a top Premier League bossGlamour girl Lucy Pinder has now joined the Premier League manager’s Wags clubThe latest Wag to join the manager’s club of England’s top league is stunning glamour model Lucy Pinder.As The Sun exclusively reported, the former Nuts and FHM staple is dating Southampton boss Russell Martin.The ‘besotted’ couple have grown close in recent months, and she accompanied him to Brighton University where he was handed an honorary degree.Here’s who she will be joining in the Prem.Read more football newsLorena BernalMikel Arteta has been married to beautiful actress and TV host Lorena since 2010.Born in Argentina, she moved to Spain when she was one-years-old. By seven she was modelling, and at 13 began to take drama classes in Saint Sebastién.In 1999, aged just 17, Bernal was crowned Miss Spain.In 2007, she appeared on popular shows Chuck as an international arms dealer and in an episode of CSI: Miami as a nanny.Most read in FootballBeautiful Lorena appeared on CSI:Miami and is a TV hostMikel Arteta and Lorena have been married since 2010Credit: GettyCristina SerraCristina, who is the wife of Pep Guardiola, comes from a fashion family dynasty.Her family own a fashion store called Serra Claret in Barcelona, and it was here that she met her husband when he was just 18.Mikel Arteta’s wife Lorena beams with pride as he wins Best Premier League Manager at Globe Soccer AwardsGuardiola was doing some modelling for designer Antonio Miro in Serra’s shop when he first locked eyes on Cristina.Pep once said of his missus: “My wife is the best in the world at many things, but especially in fashion.Cristina Serra is the very fashionable wife of Pep GuardiolaCredit: Bongarts – GettyGuardiola met his wife when he was just 18Credit: SplashGuardiola believes Cristina is the ‘best in the world’ at fashionCredit: GettyBianca Ten HagBianca and Man Utd coach Erik Ten Hag have already got into the swing of living in Manchester.The pair are regularly seen cycling on bikes around Altrincham and checking out the best restaurants in Hale Village.Ten Hag has never spoken about his personal life, which he keeps very private.However, it was reported in his native Netherlands that he and Bianca are childhood sweethearts.The active pair are also said to play golf together.The Ten Hags enjoy taking their bikes for a ride around AltrinchamCredit: ZenpixErik and Bianca have also enjoyed dining in Hale VillageCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeMirjam SlotLike Ten Hag, new Liverpool boss Arne Slot also keeps his personal life private.However. wife Mirjam was thrust into the media spotlight in 2022 when she joined him on the pitch after Feyenoord reached the Europa League Conference final.Photographers captured the pair sharing a kiss as they embraced during the celebrations.The pair share two children together.Arne Slot’s private wife Mirjam gives him a kiss after success at Feyenoord in 2022Credit: GettyGeorgia PostecoglouGeorgia met Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou in the 1990s, when he coached South Melbourne Soccer Club and she was the marketing manager.But in ABC documentary The Australian Story: The Age of Ange, she revealed she failed to see his charm at first.She said: “Initially I wondered why everyone around him and around the club were so fascinated by and respected him, as he is not someone I would describe as charismatic or a charmer. I didn’t get it.”However, Ange soon won Georgie around and he is adamant he is where he is because of her and her support, after he was sacked as Australia’s youth coach.He said: “I wouldn’t be where I am today without Georgia.”Through that tough time without her by my side I don’t know where I’d have ended up.”Georgia Postecoglou revealed she fail to see husband Ange’s charm at firstCredit: GettyAnge and Georgie Postecoglou met in the 1990’s at South Melbourne Soccer ClubCredit: GettyThe Postecoglous shares two sons together, James and MaxCredit: Kenny Ramsayread more sport featuresMaria Jesus ParienteNew Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca’s greatest success as a player happened at Sevilla.It was also in Seville where he met his wife, Maria and they have since had four children together.According to reports online, the Spanish beauty manages a resort in Ibiza.However, she prefers to keep a low-profile.Enzo Maresca’s wife Maria, centre, keeps a low profile and is believed to manage a resort in IbizaCredit: GettyVicky HoweA humble and devoted mother, Vicky is the wife of Eddie Howe.A former hairstylist, it is believed she met the Newcastle supremo when he was playing for AFC Bournemouth in the 1990’s.As a football manager, when you are away from family for sustained periods, you need the support of your wife.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat’s something Eddie has spoken about in the past.He revealed: “You have to have an understanding family behind you and this is where both myself and Jason (Tindall) are extremely fortunate.”Vicky Howe is the glam wife of Newcastle boss EddieCredit: AlamyEddie Howe revealed he is lucky to have the support of his wife with his job More

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      Lucy Pinder’s glam life from lads mags cover girl and topless modelling to dating Captain America and now a top manager

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      SHE was the lads’ mag pin-up that defined the noughties, and now she’s dating a Premier League manager.With her voluptuous curves and girl-next door charm, stunning Lucy Pinder, 40, made her name as a cover star for FHM, Loaded, and Nuts.Lucy Pinder is the former lads’ mag pin-up who has stolen a Prem manager’s heartCredit: PA:Press AssociationStunning Pinder was a staple of men’s lifestyle titles in the early 2000’sCredit: AlamyPinder has gone public with Saints boss Russell MartinAustralian men’s lifestyle title Ralph once declared that she had the “Best Breasts in the World’.Now, she has gone public with Southampton boss Russell Martin.Martin, 38, has grown close to Lucy in recent months and the “besotted” pair were recently turning heads at a Sky Sports function.The Premier League manager received an honorary degree from the University of Brighton yesterday for his charity work after setting up the Russell Martin Foundation to help young people’s lives in Sussex.Read more football newsLucy, 40, was with him as he was presented with his award and the duo posed for a snap on the seafront.The Saints supporting beauty posted the picture on her Instagram story to make their relationship public.Pinder knows a thing or two about celebrity romances having reportedly dated Captain America star in the past.Aside from her glam photoshoots, the brunette stunner also appeared in Hollywood movie Sharknado 5.Most read in FootballRepresenting Southampton on the Sky’s Soccer AM as a Soccerette was another career high.But away from her showbiz lifestyle, Pinder has also been known to do her bit for charity.England’s WAGs: The Real Stars of Euro 2024 Cover starMen of a certain vintage will remember Pinder as one of the defining lads’ mags cover girls.She frequently appeared in FHM, Nuts and Loaded – often topless – helping those titles sell hundreds of thousands of copies.Her amazing looks coupled with her relatability made her the ideal woman to date.Pinder’s modelling career began in 2003, when she was discovered by a photographer on Bournemouth beach.After that, she graced the pages of the Daily Star where she got her big break.In 2005, as the magazine shoots began to take off, she showed her love for the Saints – wearing their jersey for the famous Soccerettes sketch alongside regular host Tim Lovejoy.That TV appearance paved the way for more opportunities on the small screen.Pinder’s curves were well known to readers of Nuts, FHM and LoadedCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdAlongside pal Michelle Marsh, the buxom pair were readers’ favouritesPinder’s modelling career began in 2003Pinder’s often topless shoots helped shift hundreds of thousands of magazinesCredit: PA:Press AssociationTV and film workLads’ mags died a death – with Nuts closing in 2014 and featuring a tearful Pinder on their final cover.But the gorgeous Hampshire-born football fan had the foresight to explore other opportunities before their demise.The explosion of reality TV on our shores benefitted Pinder, who found new audience.In 2007, she appeared on The Weakest Link and didn’t wilt under Anne Robinson’s barbs.Then, she starred on Celebrity Big Brother where she was the first contestant to leave the houseHighlights included her revealing she hated “thick” people and her annoyance at Coolio’s constant rapping in the house, which amusingly forced her out.Her film career began in 2012, when she played her first supporting role in the comedy horror Strippers vs Werewolves.Pinder pictured leaving the Big Brother house in 2009In 2017, Pinder starred in Sharnado 5: Global SwarmingSouthampton fan Pinder also appeared as a Soccerette on Sky’s Soccer AMread more sport featuresShe then became a Bollywood star in action flick Waarrior Savitri, while a TV movie role came calling in 2017 with a cameo in Sharknado 5: Global Swarming as a Swedish ambassador.Celebrity romanceIt was around this time Pinder began dabbling with living in Los Angeles.Her counterparts, including Leilani and Keeley Hazell have all made a living there.But she reportedly found romance with a Hollywood A-lister instead.In 2015, Pinder was spotted with Captain America star Chris Evans enjoying a date at Disneyworld.They were all smiles as they on the Grizzly Rapids ride at the Californian theme park.It was believed they were smitten with each other, however the relationship soon fizzled out.Pinder’s charms soon attracted a Hollywood film starIn 2015 it was reported Pinder was dating Captain America star Chris EvansCredit: SplashGiving something backAs busy as Pinder is, she has always made time for charity.She has a passion for animals, which has seen her work with a variety of wildlife charities.Those include getting involved in fundraising for TigerTime, the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation, International Animal Rescue, and Cats Protection.Pinder also got involved with Help for Heroes – a charity that aids the British Armed Forces community with their physical and mental health, as well as their financial, social and welfare needs.Famously, she shot the Hot Shots Calendar in 2011 and 2014 with  fifty-percent of the money made from sales going towards UK and US military charities.READ MORE SUN STORIESPinder has been known to support several military charitiesGlam Pinder also supports various charities for wildlife and animalsPinder is ready to dazzle in the PremCredit: PA:Press AssociationFurthermore, she supported Male Cancer Awareness Campaign by taking part in a five-mile run with fellow glamour girl Rhian Sugden.So, she’s beautiful, talented, and an all-round good egg. 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      Inside Laura Woods and Adam Collard’s whirlwind romance as sports presenter and Love Island hunk expect first baby

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      LAURA WOODS and Adam Collard have enjoyed a whirlwind romance – and are now expecting their first child together.The sports presenter and former Love Island hunk went public with their relationship in October.Laura Woods and Adam Collard have been going strong for nearly a yearCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThe former Love Island hunk wooed Laura with a string of texts before an undercover date in OctoberCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyBut Laura’s ‘stability’ has also left Adam feeling the loveCredit: InstagramAnd they announced the wonderful news they are expecting a baby togetherThey are often seen on holiday togetherCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardThey’re not shy in sharing loved-up picsCredit: InstagramSince then they have been seen in scores of loved-up posts and been through their share of challenges.However, everything came to a head recently as they announced the wonderful news that Laura, 37, is expecting a baby.The TV presenter and award-winning journalist shared a picture of an ultrasound on Instagram, complete with her French bulldog peeking over the top.They have largely kept their relationship out of the public eye, which for notorious ladies’ man Adam, 28, seems to suggest he has turned a corner in his romantic life.READ MORE ON LAURA WOODSAdam spilled the beans on how he pulled Laura following a string of dates including at the Black Bull pub in Trimdon, Co Durham, and heading off for a weekend away in St Ives in early October before going public later that month.Speaking exclusively to The Sun in October, he revealed he had wooed her with a series of flirty social media messages before wining and dining her on an “undercover date”.He said: “The first time we met – I’ll hold my hands up – I did DM her first and got a reply but then nothing ever happened. Then she called us out for basically leaving her on read.”It’s hard to meet people, isn’t it? I’m from Newcastle and eventually we met up, and then went on a very undercover date, and obviously what comes out in the press, comes out in the press, but it’s not always the full story.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLaura is a regular sight on Adam’s InstagramCredit: instagramThey make the most of their free time togetherCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy”I’m kind of glad in a way as well, as I feel like there’s an element of having to hide too much now.”Laura’s charm seemed to rub off on Adam almost instantly, as he also suggested he felt he might have found “The One”.How Euro 2024 host Laura Woods finally tamed Love Island’s biggest bad boy Adam Collard who made Joey Essex look like a puppyBy Christmas, Laura’s parents had also given the seal of approval for their relationship as he spent the holidays with her, joking that “luckily they don’t read many papers”.Yet even before that, Laura and Adam enjoyed a romantic getaway to Amsterdam, Holland, which saw them checking out a rude restaurant, enjoying a trip down the city canal’s and relaxing in a spa.Adam claims to have had 25 girlfriends in the past, yet the “influence of stability” – as relationship expert Jo Hemmings puts it – Laura gives off has been the cornerstone of their blossoming romance.While the pair have continued to be front and centre in their respective careers, with Laura a fan favourite on ITV and TNT Sports, they have also made time for each other.When they aren’t grafting, they have often been seen enjoying one another’s company on holiday.Following their trip to Amsterdam, their next getaway in February saw them skiiing on the famous French Alps, though Laura revealed it resulted in a few “near-death experiences”.In March, during the international break, the pair changed lanes by jetting off together for some sun and sea at Tulum Beach in Mexico.Adam and Laura shared a number of snaps from the holiday, including one of Laura planting a kiss on Adam’s cheek while they were at a restaurant before also revealing what their favourite food was following a date night at Checkpoint Ciao.How Laura Woods tamed Love Island bad boy Adam CollardHE was one of Love Island’s most notorious bad boys – but one woman seems to have changed all that.Personal trainer Adam Collard, 28, has been dating Euro 2024 presenter Laura Woods, 36, since 2023.The former loverat has called her “The One,” spent Christmas with her – the first time he’s done so with a girlfriend since he was 21 – and kept their relationship relatively out of the limelight, seemingly on Laura’s wishes.It’s a far cry from the man who admits himself he’s been “ruthless” in the past, claims to have had 25 girlfriends, and spent many years partying and juggling flings with girls including Zara McDermott and Lottie Moss.Relationship expert Jo Hemmings says: “He’s now 28, he’s a professional with a job, and I think he just went off the whole idea of ever realistically meeting somebody on a TV show.“He’s now met somebody who is also a professional, and is only on TV as a byproduct of what she does in sport.“He’s got himself in a comfortable place. Financially, he’s older, he’s more mature, he’s more settled.“He once played into this roguish character that people saw him as, and became a parody of himself. But look who’s laughing now.“He’s got a fabulous girlfriend, they’re in a long term relationship, he’s well off, he’s still in the public eye, and he’s getting on with his life in the way that I think he always wanted.”Read the full article hereThe following month, Laura shared a selfie from the Tulum trip featuring Adam with the caption: “Things I love.”However, in May as the hectic English football season drew to a close, Laura suffered an horrorendous facial injury.Laura had been due to present TNT Sports’ coverage of Tyson Fury’s undisputed heavyweight title fight with Oleksandry Usyk before she was forced to pull out after revealing she had accidentally smashed a glass lampshade while on holiday with Adam.She explained how the smash had caused it to shatter before it cut her face and arm, leaving her with some nasty injuries around her eye.Unfortunately, the freak accident was used by vile trolls as a way to bash Adam by suggesting he was involved, before he snapped back: “Shut up you stupid c*** and read her Instagram post.”Laura described Adam as her “hero” that day as she hailed him for “acting so quickly and not leaving my side since and to his family for taking care of me in a time when I was petrified”.After some time being seen with a bandage around the effected area, Laura was back on TV in time for ITV’s coverage of the Euros.In early July, Adam posted a loved-up pic of the pair to celebrate Laura’s birthday, captioning the post: “Happy birthday you rockstar x.”Laura had a nasty accident in May when she shattered a lampshadeCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura described Adam as a ‘hero’ for all his helpAnd fast forward a couple of weeks and they have shared the news that they are expecting a baby.The post was simply captioned: “Hey, baby,” followed by some love heart emojis.However, some eagled-eyed fans had noticed some telltale signs that gave away the news days prior.Recent social media posts by Laura had not showed her stomach, while a post from Adam saw a note reading: “Just remember 5 years ago, you dreamed about where you are now”, which may have been another clue.Fans also noticed a brief social media hiatus from them in the days prior to the announcement.Adam has made no secret of his desire to have kids, but declared he would not be plastering them all over social media.He previously said: “I’m protective, whether it’s Laura, or my family, my friends. I want to get married. I want to have kids as well. “I’ve always thought, what type of person will I be? How can I protect my kids?”Obviously I’ve never had a kid, but I don’t think I’ll be plastering it all over [social media]. “I want them to have a fair fight and a chance not to be judged straight away.READ MORE SUN STORIES”As long as my really close circle knows exactly who I am, I don’t care. I think you have to take everything with a pinch of salt.”Laura will carry on working over the next few weeks as TNT Sports broadcast the Paris Olympics.They went public with their relationship last OctoberCredit: InstagramRomantic getaways have been a regular occurrence with their first being a trip to AmsterdamCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyTwo months later they were hitting the ski slopes at the French AlpsCredit: laurawoodsy/InstagramThen in March they enjoyed a holiday to Tulum Beach in MexicoCredit: laurawoodsy/Instagram.. More

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      Inside Arsenal target Riccardo Calafiori’s rise, from career-threatening knee injury to being compared to Paolo Maldini

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      ARSENAL target Riccardo Calafiori was a knee injury away from never playing again.The Gunners have reportedly agreed personal terms with the Italy defender but are still working on negotiating a transfer fee with Bologna.Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori is keen on a move to ArsenalCredit: AFPA knee injury nearly saw Calafiori’s career end before it startedCredit: Instagram @richycalaThe defender, 22, is believed to be sold on Mikel Arteta’s project and is eager to make the move.Calafiori has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the past season and has been compared to AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini thanks to some swashbuckling displays.However, his career could have been over before it started when he suffered a serious knee injury that was compared to a motocross rider falling off his bike.He did not play for 347 days, following surgery by renowned orthopedic surgeon Freddie Fu.Read more Arsenal newsThe left centre-half – who could be joined in London by stunning partner Benedetta Boeme – was discarded by Jose Mourinho at Roma, before rebuilding his career at Basel and then Bologna.Battling back from adversityCalafiori was just 16 and had only just signed his first professional contract with Roma when he was told his career might be over.In a Uefa Youth League game against Viktoria Plzen, he was on the receiving end of a studs-up tackle by Vaclav Svoboda.His right knee swelled up three times the size of his left, and medical specialists were stunned by what they uncovered.Most read in FootballAstonishingly, all the ligaments had been ruptured, including the meniscus and articular capsule.”Something like this usually only happens in motocross – not in football,” a medial expert told the Corriere dello Sport.How Arsenal’s 180-page dossiers on transfer targets have led to outstanding recruitment”It’s an injury that happens only once every ten years.”News filtered through to the first team of the highly-rated youngster’s plight, with Edin Dzeko dedicating his goal in the Champions League clash with Plzen to Calafiori by raising his shirt in tribute.The day after, Calafiori vowed to fight for his career.He wrote on Instagram: “This time, no decisive match, no final to win… There is the most important battle of my life ahead of me, and I certainly cannot back down.”The time has come to put aside the boy, the, at times, little boy that I have been until now, and become a MAN.”A bad knee injury will keep me sidelined for a long period and will keep me away from the pitch, but the desire to come back STRONGER than before will increase every day.”For the umpteenth time I find myself faced with a very difficult challenge but, as always, I will win!!!”A horrific challenge in a Uefa Youth League game saw all of Calafiori’s knee ligaments rupturedCredit: Instagram @richycalaEdin Dzeko holds Calafiori’s jersey aloft after scoring for RomaDr Freddie Fu poses with former patient Zlatan IbrahimovicA trusted surgeonWhen he was a youth player, Calafiori’s talent stood out as head and shoulders above his peers.He was immediately snapped up by the late super-agent Mino Raiola.And Raiola booked his distraught client in to see American surgeon, Freddie Fu.Fu, who passed away in 2021, performed over 20,000 knee surgeries.A year before he operated on Calafiori, the Hong Kong doctor repaired Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s ruptured ACL.When Fu died, the Swedish icon shared a picture on Instagram of the pair together and captioned the photo: ‘Freddie Fu gave me a second chance in my career. I’m still on top just because of him. I owe him everything. Thank you Freddie Fu. Rest in peace.” The same could be said for Calafiori.Almost a year later…After 11 months on the sidelines, Calafiori returned to Roma’s Under-19 side at the start of 2019-20 season.In the August of that campaign, Calafiori finally got the opportunity to make his debut for Paulo Fonseca’s first team.In a game against Juventus, he won a penalty and had a goal disallowed. It was some statement by the teenager.By the 2020-2021 season, Calafiori had returned to Roma’s first team foldAn uninspiring loan with Genoa failed to convince Jose Mourinho to keep CalafioriBut Fonseca played down the hype.”Suddenly treating him like he’s the best in the world right now is not helpful for the player,” the Portuguese coach said.”But we trust he’ll have a great future.”However, that wasn’t to be at Roma. In the summer of 2021, Fonseca left the club and was replaced by Mourinho.An image of the Special One studying Calafiori in training circulated on social media.Clearly, he didn’t fancy him. Within three months, Calafiori was shipped out on loan to Genoa.Worse was to come.Rebuilding his careerLike Francesco Totti and Daniele De Rossi before him, Calafiori was supposed to become a legend at the club.An unimpressed Mourinho sanctioned a move to Basel at the end of the 2021-2022 season, which cost the Swiss giants just £2.2million.FC Basel gave Calafiori the chance of first team footballA starring role in the club’s Europa League Conference run sealed Calafiori’s return to Italyread more sport featuresDe Rossi, now head coach of Roma, recently admitted he still finds that decision to part ways “tough to stomach.”The move to Switzerland was crucial to Calafiori’s development.”I played a bit under Mourinho at Roma but I wanted to play more, so I went to Genoa and it didn’t go well,” he told reporters before the Euros.”There wasn’t space for me there either, so then I went to Basel.”I wasn’t too convinced, initially. I was almost obliged to go [to find first-team football]. But I immediately changed my mind. They had everything a young player needs to develop. I made 30 appearances for the first time, which helped me grow.”Calafiori was utilised in the centre back position for Basel, which peaked then Bologna boss Thiago Motta’s interest.Prodigal son returnsAfter just a season at Basel, Calafiori was back in Italy after Bologna paid just £3.4million to seal his return.A reported 50 per cent sell-on release clause was included in the deal, which is said to be holding up negotiations with the Gunners.Motta was convinced Calafiori could thrive in his favoured 4-3-3 formation, given his flexibility to play at left-back and at the heart of defence.He also wanted to give him licence to move into the middle of the pitch and charge forward, just like he did for Italy’s 98th minute equaliser against Croatia at Euro 2024 with an assist.The 2023-2024 season was a breakout campaign for Calafiori, as he helped Bologna to a fifth-placed finish and Champions League qualification.Arsenal have a tricky start to the seasonAt Bologna Calafiori enjoyed a breakout seasonCredit: GettyCalafiori was included in Italy’s Euros squad and had a decent tournamentCredit: GettyBenedetta and Calafiori are regularly seen together on social mediaCredit: InstagramTeam-mate Riccardo Orsolini compared him to Maldini – while Italian striking icon Fabrizio Ravanelli urged Pep Guardiola to sign him as a long-term replacement for John Stones.Arsenal appear to have stolen a march on their rivals, and will hope to unveil Calafiori, who will be bringing stunning girlfriend Benedetta with him to London, soon.READ MORE SUN STORIESShould they get the deal over the line, get ready for his swashbuckling runs from the back at the Emirates.Which would be quite impressive for a man who feared he may never run again. 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