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      My grandad is Muhammad Ali – now I’m following his path as boxer but I’ve turned down huge payday out of respect for him

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      NICO ALI WALSH has such respect for his iconic grandfather that no amount of money could convince him into a cash-grab fight. The middleweight prospect has quite possibly the greatest ever boxing shoes to fill as the grandson to Muhammad Ali.
      Nico Ali Walsh is the grandson of Muhammad AliCredit: Getty
      Muhammad Ali is considered The GreatestCredit: Getty
      Nico with his iconic grandfatherCredit: @nicoaliwalsh
      So far, Nico has forged his own path to success in the ring with a 9-1 record but his iconic surname will always be able to make him millions.
      Although the American is uninterested in profiting from a crossover-style spectacle bout if it means his grandfather’s legacy takes a hit.
      Nico told SunSport: “I have so much respect for this legacy, it’s bigger than me. I can’t be selfish with it because a lot of people care for it. 
      “Just going to Africa and seeing so many people chant, “Ali” just for the love and respect they have for my grandfather was crazy. 
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      “So, this legacy is bigger than me. I can’t be greedy and be like, ‘I’m going to do a money-grab and start fighting YouTubers.’ 
      “That’s insane, I didn’t get into boxing for the money. I think the money will come in time and I love what I’m doing right now, taking the long road. 
      “I want to be champ one day, I want to get to that undisputed level and you can’t do that fighting YouTubers.” 
      Nico, 23, has continued to be linked with a clash against social media star-turned prizefighter Jake Paul, 26.
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      And despite distancing himself from it, Nico praised Paul for his first-round knockout win over boxer Andre August.
      He said: “I’ve got to say, Jake Paul, he keeps getting popped up but I give him a ton of respect.
      “His last fight he fought a legitimate boxer, a no-name boxer and I heard he did well. 
      “That’s what it’s going to take to get to contender status, to get to champ status, to get to a title fight. 
      “It’s going to take fighting someone that nobody knows about, not making any money from it.
      “Just building your resume and then just fighting for millions one day.” 
      Paul claimed an offer to fight Nico was respectfully declined in the past.
      Giving his side of the story, Nico said: “I don’t remember if there was ever a legitimate offer but we’ve made it very clear that we don’t want something like that, respectfully. 
      Jake Paul knocking out Andre AugustCredit: Getty
      Nico Ali Walsh has distanced himself from fighting Jake PaulCredit: Getty
      “We respectfully decline anything like that and it is out of respect for my grandfather, it is out of respect for the legacy that I’m trying to build, it’s out of respect for the career I’m trying to build for myself. 
      “Once you’re categorised in that category it is so hard to break out of that cast.” 
      Tommy Fury, 24, insisted he was going to beat Paul and then return on his path to world championship boxing.
      But after edging past Paul, the ex-Love Islander went straight into facing YouTube sensation KSI, 30, winning controversially on points.
      The foray into the world of influencer boxing has left Fury laughing all the way to the bank – but his title ambitions are now seen as the joke.
      And Nico said: “I know Tommy, love Tommy, he’s an awesome dude, the Furys are awesome but it’s options you’ve got to weigh. 
      “There’s two options, on one hand you’ve got life-changing money and on the other hand you’ve got a boxing legacy. 
      Jake Paul was beaten by Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
      Tommy Fury was a controversial winner over KSICredit: Reuters
      “So you can’t fault anybody for picking one or the other but in my case I will always side with legacy over money.” 
      Nico recently returned with victory in Guinea, beating Noel Lafargue by split-decision over six rounds.
      The bout – documented in an OnlyFans series called Rise & Grind – gave the boxing prodigy the chance to bounce back from his first ever loss.
      He said: “It was super relieving. It’s crazy because nowadays in boxing people value your record more than your ability almost.
      “And that kinda sucks because I’m such an old school guy, I’m only 23-years-old but I’m an old head.
      “And I respected these guys coming up; my grandfather, George Foreman, Joe Frazier all those old school guys, Sugar Ray Robinson, Sugar Ray Leonard.
      “These guys didn’t care about records they cared about putting on awesome fights and nowadays it’s just not like that.
      “So when I did get that loss, me personally I took it as a learning experience but for the world of boxing, for the viewing of boxing I thought, ‘This could really do some damage.’
      “Because people value that record so much but coming back off that it makes your comeback even more when there’s a minor setback.”
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      I’m a former Premier League star who now builds LEGO on YouTube – I’d love to create a masterpiece with David Beckham

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      A FORMER Premier League star has started a new career as a YouTuber after becoming “addicted” to Lego.Darren Ambrose, 39, called time on a 15-year career in 2016.
      Darren Ambrose has started a YouTube channel dedicated to LegoCredit: YouTube @thelegofamily
      The former Newcastle player and his wife Rachel are self-admitted Lego obsessivesCredit: Instagram @mr.ambrose84
      The YouTube channel will feature the couple’s five childrenCredit: X @DarrenAmbrose84
      The former winger started out at Ipswich before earning a big move to Newcastle, and also played for Charlton in the Prem.
      He made 410 career appearances for seven different clubs but he now has a new love – Lego.
      His new passion began when his parents-in-law gifted him a 6,000-piece Hogwarts Castle set, and now it is an activity he enjoys along with wife Rachel and their five kids.
      Reflecting on his first set, Ambrose told the BBC: “It took me a long time, and people say it’s cliché, but it was therapeutic.
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      “I sat there, spending time away from everyone, started doing it and thought it was amazing. It went from there.”
      The Ambrose now have quite the collection with a shelf that includes sets from famous films like Ghostbusters and the Marvel franchise.
      They have now decided to go one step further by starting their own YouTube channel called “The Lego Family 7”, which features kids Jess, Lily, Harry, Fred and George.
      Ambrose says his wife is a Lego “addict” and the couple frequently gift each other sets.
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      Ambrose played for Newcastle, Charlton and Crystal Palace before retiring in 2016Credit: Getty
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      He added: “She’s now an addict, and she loves Lego.
      “Every birthday, Christmas and Valentine’s Day, we get each other some. It sounds strange, and I get a bit of grief from people who don’t like Lego- but we love it.”
      Rachel did not deny her obsession, claiming she might love the toy even more than her husband does.
      She said: “I didn’t think it would be an obsession for me, but actually, I think I am maybe a little more obsessed than Darren. It’s very sad, but I am addicted, and I absolutely love it.”
      Next Ambrose has his heart set on building Lego stadiums of the clubs he played for, and he would jump at the chance to build a set with David Beckham, a fellow Lego enthusiast.
      He said: “He [Beckham] loves Lego.
      “It’s surprising, when you get into Lego, how much people are into it. I love it, I don’t care who knows.
      “I’d love to have the stadiums of the clubs I played for. Portman Road, St James’ Park, Selhurst Park, the Valley and St Andrews.
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      “Some players come out of the game, and play golf, collect trainers, but we decided to collect Lego.
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      Jake Paul announces boxing return just days after knocking out Andre August… but YouTube star will NOT be main event

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      JAKE PAUL has announced his boxing return just days after knocking out Andre August.The YouTuber-turned boxer stopped August in the opening round of their December 15 bout.
      Jake Paul will make his return on March 2Credit: Getty
      And now Paul has taken to social media to announce he will be back in the ring in just 11 weeks time in Puerto Rico on March 2.
      But the social media sensation will NOT be the night’s headliner, with women’s boxing legend Amanda Serrano instead at the top of the bill for her homecoming fight.
      Paul said: “Fighting for the first time at home in Puerto Rico alongside one of the greatest fighters ever, Amanda Serrano, promises to be the event of a lifetime.
      “I’m honoured to be the co-main event on Amanda’s homecoming card, and I could not be more excited to bring this historic event to Puerto Rico as I continue my path to becoming a world champion.
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      “Our latest MVP signee, Wanna Walton, is making his global debut on this card, Bomba Gonzalez and Krystal Rosado are continuing their rise to stardom, and the whole island of Puerto Rico will finally get a chance to properly celebrate the greatness of Amanda Serrano.
      “She is going to sell more tickets in one event than Katie Taylor did in two in Dublin.
      “This is going to be the biggest night of boxing the Choliseo has ever seen and the world will be watching.”
      The last time Paul did not top the bill was in November 2020 when he knocked out basketballer Nate Robinson, 39, on Mike Tyson’s undercard.
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      Serrano, 35, looks set to defend her unified WBA, IBF and WBO belts in the 20,000-seat arena in her first bout back in Puerto Rico since 2017.
      Paul, 26, meanwhile is coming off his first victory over a recognised boxer in August, 35, who was 10-1-1 before the KO defeat.
      The American was beaten by Tommy Fury via split-decision in February but bounced back by beating ex-UFC star Nate Diaz in August.
      And Paul has since confirmed his focus will be on rising the traditional ranks as he intends to face seasoned boxers going forward.
      He said when asked on his next move: “More boxing prospects, more experience, more time in the ring under the bright lights staying active.
      “And if the money fights want to come, I’ve got smoke for them too but right now I’m focussed on being one of the best in the world and creating one of the greatest sports stories in the history of sports.
      “Being able to become a world champion from Disney channel, three years ago not even knowing how to throw a jab or what an uppercut was.”
      Jake Paul knocked out Andre August in round oneCredit: Esther Lin More

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      Jake Paul called out for ‘one of the biggest fights in boxing history’ after YouTuber reveals plan to become WORLD CHAMP

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      JAKE PAUL has been called out by Viddal Riley for “one of the biggest fights in boxing history”. The YouTuber-turned prizefighter improved to 8-1 by knocking out Andre August, the first professional boxer he has beaten.
      Jake Paul opened the door to fighting Viddal RileyCredit: Most Valuable Promotions/Esther Lin

      Viddal Riley is also open to fighting Jake PaulCredit: PA
      And afterwards, he opened the door to facing unbeaten English cruiserweight champion Riley in the future.
      The British star – who formerly coached Paul’s arch rival KSI – was quick to respond and talked up the potential bout.
      Riley said: “If that’s his aspirations, mine are the same and we both weigh 200lb, then yeah it’s inevitable that fight could happen down the line.
      “Say I’m world champion, this guy is ranked in the top 15 in the world with said governing body, I would happily, voluntarily defend the title against him, why wouldn’t I?
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      “I think it would be one of the biggest fights probably, in boxing history with the amount of back story, the amount of build-up.
      “It’d be crazy. Everyone would tune in for that.” 
      Riley, 26, added that he does not see it happening in 2024 but leaves the door open to the fight in the near future.
      Paul, also 26, suffered defeat for the first time in February, losing a split-decision to Tommy Fury, 24, in Saudi Arabia.
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      But he has bounced back with two wins since, on points against ex-UFC contender Nate Diaz, 38, and a knockout of August, 35.
      Paul talked down the chances of KSI, 30, accepting a fight against him but would welcome a showdown against his first coach Riley.
      He said: “For sure that can happen, that would be interesting and he has a name, a profile and that’s something that excites me for sure.
      “As I go down this path I’m going to continue to challenge myself and grow and grow and grow and some of those names start popping into the equation.”
      Paul took the fight with little-known August – who had a 10-1-1 record – as he looks to one day challenge for a world championship.
      He said: “I’m focused on being the best in the world and creating one of the greatest sports stories in the history of sports: being able to become a world champion from Disney Channel.”
      Jake Paul knocked out Andre AugustCredit: Most Valuable Promotions/Esther Lin More

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      Jake Paul reveals HOUR long phone call with Tommy Fury for rematch but fears rival is already making ‘excuses’

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      JAKE PAUL revealed he spent an hour on the phone negotiating a rematch with Tommy Fury but fears his rival is already making “excuses”. The celebrity boxing pair finally ended two years of feuding in February with Fury emerging a split-decision winner.
      Jake Paul revealed talks to rematch Tommy Fury
      Jake Paul was beaten on points by Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
      But Paul has bounced back with two wins since, on points against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, and a knockout of boxer Andre August, 36.
      And he revealed after his uppercut KO of August that talks with Fury are back underway – but money could prove an obstacle.
      Paul, 26, said on his podcast: “We had calls with him, had an hour long call with him and the whole entire thing was just kind of this thing, ‘Oh, more money, more money, more money.’
      “When he’s not getting more money by fighting anybody else and we have an amazing offer out there for him and it’s kind of just these excuses after excuses.
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      “Obviously Tommy already beat me, so people will be like, ‘Oh, he already beat you so why wouldn’t he do it again?’
      “But he sees my skillset advancing, knows he had me at my worst. Two to make it true. I’m here, I’m ready.”
      Fury, 24, went on to beat Paul’s arch rival KSI, 30, in his next bout.
      And the build-up proved to also be a bitter one, with KSI even spitting on Fury’s dad and coach John.
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      It leaves John – in charge of his son’s career – refusing to entertain a rematch with KSI.
      He told SecondsOut, via Freebets: “If Jake Paul wants to box Tommy next that wouldn’t be a problem.
      “If anybody out there wants to box Tommy that’s carrying weight, let’s talk.
      “The only man that’s not welcome at the table is not a man, is him. What do you call him? KSI. He is not welcome, not now, not ever. He is done.
      “We don’t want to do business with a spitter. Too much bad blood, he’s an ignorant man and there’s no more business, not even for $1trillion with him.”
      Tommy Fury also beat KSI on pointsCredit: Getty More

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      John Fury hints at son Tommy’s next fight as Jake Paul reveals talks but KSI rematch is ruled out even for $1TRILLION

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      JOHN FURY has given his blessing for son Tommy to rematch Jake Paul – but not even $1TRILLION could convince him to fight KSI again. Tommy leaves 2023 after beating YouTube’s two biggest boxing stars, firstly edging past Paul on a split-decision in Saudi Arabia in February.
      John Fury with his son TommyCredit: Rex
      KSI was beaten by Tommy Fury on pointsCredit: Splash
      And he followed it up with a controversial points win over KSI in October following a bitter build up.
      KSI spat at his dad John during an open workout which leaves Tommy’s dad ruling out a rematch between the two.
      He told SecondsOut, via Freebets: “If Jake Paul wants to box Tommy next that wouldn’t be a problem.
      “If anybody out there wants to box Tommy that’s carrying weight, let’s talk.
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      “The only man that’s not welcome at the table is not a man, is him. What do you call him? KSI. He is not welcome, not now, not ever. He is done.
      “We don’t want to do business with a spitter. Too much bad blood, he’s an ignorant man and there’s no more business, not even for $1trillion with him.”
      KSI, 30, lost the first stage of his appeal against Fury, 24, who still stands as a unanimous decision victor.
      Meanwhile Paul, 26, has returned with two wins since his first boxing loss, beating ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, and boxer Andre August, 35.
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      And he revealed afterwards that talks to rematch Fury have taken place but he accused the ex-Love Islander of demanding too much money.
      He said: “We had calls with him, had an hour long call with him and the whole entire thing was just kind of this thing, ‘Oh, more money, more money, more money.’
      “When he’s not getting more money by fighting anybody else and we have an amazing offer out there for him and it’s kind of just these excuses after excuses.
      “Obviously Tommy already beat me, so people will be like, ‘Oh, he already beat you so why wouldn’t he do it again?’
      “But he sees my skillset advancing, knows he had me at my worst. Two to make it true. I’m here, I’m ready.”
      Tommy Fury and Jake Paul have held talks for a rematchCredit: Reuters More

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      KSI takes brutal swipe at Tommy Fury by claiming IShowSpeed landed MORE punches against him and aims dig at Jake Paul

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      KSI took aim at both Tommy Fury and Jake Paul after his charity sparring match with IShowSpeed. The YouTube sensation streamed the spar with Speed at the same time Paul was making his boxing return against Andre August.
      KSI speaking out after his spar with Speed
      And after three comical rounds – where Speed was dropped and sent through the ropes – KSI said enough was enough.
      He gracefully handed Speed victory after pulling himself out, leaving the streamer in tears.
      KSI spoke out after the spar to suggest more people viewed it than Paul’s fight with August.
      And he claimed Speed landed more punches against him than the 39 Fury managed in October.
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      KSI told Fred Talks Fighting: “I think it was definitely the event of the night.
      “I think there was a lot of boxing fights happening at around the same time.
      “But I’m pretty sure there were more people were watching ours than anyone else’s.
      “But yeah man, tough opponent. I think he hit me more than most my opponents, I think he hit me more than Tommy Fury.”
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      KSI, 30, was beaten for the first time by Fury, 24, but the controversial points decision is still being appealed.
      Meanwhile Paul, 26, knocked out August, 35, with a right uppercut in round one and responded to KSI’s spar with Speed afterwards.
      He said: “I don’t care it’s just two different things, right? He’s chasing views as a 30-year-old man and I’m chasing legacy and belts.
      “All kudos to him, I hope he makes his wildest dreams come true.”
      Tommy Fury controversially beat KSI on pointsCredit: Getty
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      Five next fights for Jake Paul after stunning Andre August KO with announcement set for NEXT WEEK

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      JAKE PAUL is already looking to line up his next fight after brutally knocking out Andre August. The YouTuber-turned boxer closed the show inside the first round with a massive right uppercut.
      Jake Paul knocked out Andre August in the first roundCredit: Getty
      And he was immediately probed on when his next fight could be.
      To which Paul said: “We’ve got an announcement coming next week.”
      So here, SunSport takes a look at who could be next for the self-proclaimed Problem Child.
      Tommy Fury
      Fury, 24, so far remains the only man to have beaten Paul, 26, thanks to his split-decision win in Saudi Arabia in February.
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      And it sets the pair up perfectly for a rematch, something Paul has always insisted he will deliver.
      He said before his fight with August: “It’s going to happen. I’m coming for you Tommy. I’m going to knock him out.”
      Jake Paul was beaten on points by Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
      KSI
      It’s the mother of all grudge matches in the YouTube boxing world but so far it has failed to materialise.
      In the lead up to Paul’s win over August their opposing teams were going back and forth over terms for the grudge bout.
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      So far it looks as though an agreed upon weight is holding up an agreement but there is still a score to be settled.
      KSI and Jake Paul clashing in the ring in 2020Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Viddal Riley
      Riley, 26, shot to fame as the coach to KSI and AnEsonGib, who Paul knocked out in his pro debut.
      But he is also a former amateur champion and current 10-0 English cruiserweight title holder.
      And with Paul open to facing established boxers, when asked about Riley he said: “For sure that can happen, it would be interesting.”
      Viddal Riley formerly trained KSICredit: Getty
      Idris Virgo
      Virgo – a former Love Islander – had 12 pro wins before he took the influencer boxing route with KSI’s Misfits Boxing.
      His popularity also increased after becoming a training partner of KSI’s.
      So if Paul wants to fight another boxer, who has a profile and connection to KSI, a good wildcard option would be Virgo, 30.
      Idris Virgo is a training partner of KSI’sCredit: Getty
      The 7-1 mystery man
      August, 35, was not actually due to fight Paul and only filled in when their initial opponent suffered US visa issues.
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      Paul’s business partner Nakisa Bidarian said in October: “Unfortunately, the opponent, which was a 7-1 boxer, has not been able to obtain a visa to come to the US.”
      With an announcement already planned, could the initial opponent be lined up for Paul’s next fight. More