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South China Morning Post
2 hours ago
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
Why Hong Kong's star cyclist Ceci Lee wants a different title this year
Hong Kong cyclist Ceci Lee Sze-wing has promised to go flat-out on Saturday in pursuit of a first time-trial success at the city's National Road Championships. Lee has won the road race at the past two editions, but finished runner-up behind Chloe Leung Wing-yee in last year's race against the clock. An Olympian last year on road and track, Lee has outgrown the local scene, and acknowledged Hong Kong titles were only 'a little target'. However, honing her time-trialling is a priority as she targets major future success in the velodrome, and specifically the omnium. 'If I master it, it's going to give me more weapons in the omnium, so it's very important for me,' Lee said. 'Most of the time, I've not done well in time-trialling, and I need to improve to become an all-rounder.' Ceci Lee said improving her time-trialling could help her in the omnium. Photo: Jonathan Wong Leung will start as favourite to claim her third straight time-trial title over the 15km (9.3-mile) course in Tai Po, where the men's and youth races will also be staged.
Irish Independent
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Sligo's Clancy brothers win gold and silver at nationals
The competition was a qualification for the upcoming Elite World Championships this September in Liverpool. First up was Jason who was boxing in the 85kg weight category where he faced Galway's Celtic Eagles BC Robbie Olusola with a solid performance scoring a 5/0 on all judges' score cards. That saw Jason advance to the semi final against hometown boxer Anthony Taggart Ormeau Round BC Belfast in what was a fantastic bout. The Sean McDermott boxer showed his strength against a younger opponent to get the victory 5/0 now setting himself up in the final against the current number one ranked Irish champion Brian Kennedy of Edenderry BC . Jason started the first round slow and it cost him the first round , but after a grilling from his dad and coach the Sligo boxer came out to the second round a different man winning the round 3/2. It all boiled down to the last round, after a high tempo last round the judges favoured the rangy Offaly boxer on a close split decision awarding Jason a silver medal. Next up was Sligo Paris Olympian Dean Clancy in his first competition since the summer games . This weight division 65kg was stacked with talented established and up and coming boxers. Dean first faced Anthony Malanaphy of Erne BC Enniskillen securing a unanimous victory. Next up for the Sligo boxer was talented Portlaoise boxer Johnny Harty. ADVERTISEMENT Dean's strength and experience proved too much for the Munster boxer securing another 5/0 victory setting up a final against the current elite champion Jason Nevin of Mullingar BC. a lot was riding on this fight for Dean to secure himself as the best light welterweight in the country. The Sean McDermott boxer put on a masterclass display of boxing to get the unanimous 5/0 victory. The win puts Dean in pole position for the upcoming world championships in Liverpool this September. The World Championships are the first step in qualification for the 2028 LA Olympics, and to top the week of boxing, Dean got best boxer of the tournament - a great achievement with such established world, European and Olympians entered.
New York Post
12 hours ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Wendy Toussaint drives a Long Island school bus to pay the bills — but he's on the precipice of his big boxing break
He's gone from seat belt to title belt. Long Island school bus driver Wendy Toussaint is moving at a mile a minute, moonlighting as a champion boxer. 'The kids get so excited about it, they always tell their parents I'm a professional fighter,' Toussaint, 33, told The Post following his IBF USBA junior middleweight title win over Olympian Joe Hicks Jr. on June 6. 'They ask me, 'Does it hurt getting punched in the face?' 'Did you make a million dollars already?' ' the 17-3 champ said, adding he will kindly point out to students that he wouldn't be a bus driver in Deer Park on a seven-figure income. Toussaint has his eyes on the big prize, however, as his management and training team at Heavy Hitters Boxing in Ronkonkoma figure he's only about two wins away from garnering national attention. 'I've been waiting for some time, hoping something happens,' he said. 'The fact that I know I will get a shot at the big stage, that is the motivation.' Going the distance Toussaint didn't exaggerate when he said 'some time' — 23 years to be exact. Originally from Haiti and raised in French Guiana, Toussaint began boxing at the age of 10 after some trainers recognized his remarkable power and quickness. 4 Long Island school bus driver Wendy Toussaint moonlights as a champion boxer. Heather Khalifa for New York Post He quickly rose through the ranks of amateur fighting, but realized that moving to America with his mother was in the best interest of having a chance to make it big. After arriving at 17 and later becoming a U.S. citizen, Toussaint, nicknamed 'The Haitian Fire,' was determined to keep getting better in the ring but needed to pay the bills while doing so. 'It's not easy, I try to help my mother,' he said. 'I was doing home health care for seniors, I worked in a factory and worked security before driving the bus.' He was also a volunteer firefighter in Wyandanch. Toussaint found that bus driving, his job for the past six years, was ideal for the other gig. 4 Wendy Toussaint has a 17-3 record as a boxer. Heather Khalifa for New York Post 'After morning drop off, I can go train, pick the kids up in the afternoon, and then go train more,' he said. None of it feels like grunt work, but rather a blessing to the 154-pounder. 'I would do all these things because sometimes you make dreams about something, but it doesn't happen,' he said. 'You get that feeling when you start to succeed, you feel a little light, you say, 'Wow, I like it, I want to keep looking at that light' and keep pushing.' 4 Wendy Toussaint (left) trains with Kevin Zaharios at Heavy Hitters Boxing in Ronkonkoma, N.Y. Heather Khalifa for New York Post He's also become an icon in his Caribbean home nation as tons of fans tune in to watch him on the canvas, brawl after brawl. 'They are like, 'Oh my God, this is impressive!' They think I'm rich, but I say, 'No chance,' ' he joked. Full throttle When Toussaint switches gears into his ambitious boxing mode, the sweet and safe driver swerves into something much more mighty. 'Every time I get in the ring, it's like you did something to my mother. We're really gonna fight,' he said. 'It's like an apocalypse.' 4 Wendy Toussaint is nicknamed 'The Haitian Fire.' Heather Khalifa for New York Post Toussaint said this time is now the most important for his career, as the next two fighters he squares off against may determine the trajectory of his boxing career — and a shot at trading the bus for a sweet sports car. He is ready to move full speed ahead with the same confidence he radiated ahead of the Hicks fight. 'I knew I was gonna beat him up,' Toussaint boasted. 'Now, I feel like I am on top of the mountain. I'm so excited.' No matter what adversity lies ahead, Toussaint knows he can steer the course after everything that's brought him to this point. 'Even coming here to America, it's not easy,' he said. 'I don't have the money yet, but I'm living in the American dream.'
National Post
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- National Post
Ryan Lochte ‘betrayed' Playboy model wife as divorce battle looms: Report
As the divorce proceedings between Ryan Lochte and estranged wife Kayla Rae Reid heat up, one person close to the family claims the former U.S. Olympian betrayed the Playboy model in more ways than one. Article content It appears there was a lot more going under the surface of the seemingly smooth waters. Article content Article content The source, who is close to the family and knows both Kayla and Ryan, revealed some of the couple's deeper problems recently to People. Article content Article content The insider told the outlet that Lochte had forced his wife's hand with his actions. Article content 'He's damaged so much of their marriage and he's broken her heart so many times that she doesn't know if reconciliation is in their future,' the insider said. Article content Article content Lochte dismissed the insider's claim in a statement to People, saying the divorce is 'a difficult and very personal time.' Article content 'Kayla and I both wish to keep this matter private for many reasons, most importantly, to protect our children,' he said. 'For that reason, I also won't be commenting on this matter, or replying to allegations made by third parties.' Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kayla Lochte | Gainesville, FL Realtor 🏡 (@kaylaraereid) Article content Article content The report comes after Reid had asked in divorce proceedings for exclusive use of the couple's marital home. Article content Article content According to court documents obtained by Us Magazine, the former Playboy model has demanded exclusive use of the marital home that she and the 12-time Olympic medallist own in Terrace, Fla. Article content '(Kayla) needs the exclusive use of this home and the contents thereof both now and in the future for herself and the minor children,' the filing reads. Article content Reid also claims in her petition that, during their marriage, the former swimmer took several joint assets and income and used them to purchase other assets – some of which are in his name. Article content '(Those) assets are presently being held by (Ryan) in trust for and for all the benefit of (Kayla), and the court should award to (Kayla) her full interest in said assets,' her filing continued.
Toronto Sun
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Ryan Lochte ‘betrayed' Playboy model wife as divorce battle looms: Report
'He's damaged so much of their marriage and he's broken her heart so many times that she doesn't know if reconciliation is in their future.' Ryan Lochte and Kayla Rae Reid are getting divorced. Instagram As the divorce proceedings between Ryan Lochte and estranged wife Kayla Rae Reid heat up, one person close to the family claims the former U.S. Olympian betrayed the Playboy model in more ways than one. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account It appears there was a lot more going under the surface of the seemingly smooth waters. The source, who is close to the family and knows both Kayla and Ryan, revealed some of the couple's deeper problems recently to People . The insider told the outlet that Lochte had forced his wife's hand with his actions. 'He's damaged so much of their marriage and he's broken her heart so many times that she doesn't know if reconciliation is in their future,' the insider said. Lochte dismissed the insider's claim in a statement to People , saying the divorce is 'a difficult and very personal time.' 'Kayla and I both wish to keep this matter private for many reasons, most importantly, to protect our children,' he said. 'For that reason, I also won't be commenting on this matter, or replying to allegations made by third parties.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The report comes after Reid had asked in divorce proceedings for exclusive use of the couple's marital home. According to court documents obtained by Us Magazine , the former Playboy model has demanded exclusive use of the marital home that she and the 12-time Olympic medallist own in Terrace, Fla. '(Kayla) needs the exclusive use of this home and the contents thereof both now and in the future for herself and the minor children,' the filing reads. The doc indicated Lochte has been staying in a separate home – valued at US$440,000 – since the couple split in March. Reid also claims in her petition that, during their marriage, the former swimmer took several joint assets and income and used them to purchase other assets – some of which are in his name. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. '(Those) assets are presently being held by (Ryan) in trust for and for all the benefit of (Kayla), and the court should award to (Kayla) her full interest in said assets,' her filing continued. Read More Reid is also asking for a piece of two business – Lochte Enterprises and Legendaryswimming – which she invested in with her estranged husband during their marriage. While Reid filed for the divorce on March 26, the couple only announced the split earlier this month on their social media accounts. It was later reported that the couple is deeply in debt. According to court documents obtained by Us Weekly , the estranged couple owes more than $369,000 to a variety of creditors, including the IRS. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The Daily Mail reported that Lochte and Reid have an unpaid balance of $136,000 to the Internal Revenue Service from the years 2021 and 2022. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. On top of that, a lien was filed by Shands Teaching Hospital and Clinic for a total of nearly $230,000 stemming from two separate incidents. The first reportedly occurred in November 2023 when Lochte is said to have spent two days in a Gainesville medical facility for an unspecified treatment, accruing $175,000 in unpaid bills, and another instance in February 2024 for an additional $54,000. Additionally, a lien of more than $3,000 was filed in December 2024 on their Gainesville, Fla., property by the local homeowners association. The Fletcher Park Owner's Association reportedly cited Lochte and Reid for several 'unpaid' fees, including 'special assessments, late fees, costs of collection (and) attorney's fees.' Lochte's legal team has yet to respond to Us Weekly 's request for comment on the situation. Lochte and Reid share three children: Son Caiden Zane, 7, and daughters Liv Rae, 6, and Georgia June, who turns 2 on June 22. MMA NHL Canada Toronto & GTA World
