PAUL GEANEY is back in the honeymoon period with Kerry — after getting over a rocky patch.

Gaelic football was the Dingle man’s first love and he set his heart on playing for the Kingdom.

And the feeling was mutual, with Geaney enjoying his first date with the SFC back in 2013 and sealing the deal with Sam Maguire the following year.

But after coasting along for a time, that feeling of bliss deserted him.

By 2018, the relationship had hit rock bottom when Geaney started thinking about a separation from the cause.

Kerry’s Championship suffered a shock break-up during the Super 8s — when defeat to Galway and a draw with Monaghan had them packing their bags.

The hitman was about to turn 28, in November, and felt time might be up.

But after some soul searching, they had another go at it, the love was rekindled, and a second Celtic Cross arrived in 2022.

Now 34, Geaney wants the marriage to continue for as long as possible.

When asked by SunSport if he fell out of love with football, he said: “I did, yeah. About 2018, 2019. I found it hard to get motivated.

“In the summer of 2018, It actually reflected in my football. We lost to Galway in the first round of the Super 8s and then drew in Clones with Monaghan.

“We had Kildare at home but the thing was out of our hands at that point.

“And we won, but Galway happened to lose to Monaghan at home, so we got knocked out, which was unfortunate because I felt that I kind of turned a corner.

“But then in the off-season, I probably felt I might pack it in. I wasn’t playing as good, or I wasn’t invested. I wasn’t giving everything to the club either.

“I might have been just sick of it, looking back, but I’m probably glad I stuck at it for a while because if I did step out.

“I don’t know if I would have had it to come back and I just kind of fought through that patch.

“I was decent in ’19, and then just fought my way back little by little.

“In ’22, I felt I had a good season, but kind of started back then getting on a good trajectory to being at my best, which I feel I’ve been at for the last two years.”

The two-time All-Star has learned to chill out more — and puts huge stock into looking after himself off the pitch.

Kerry’s shock All-Ireland group-stage loss to Meath was only the second Championship game he has ever missed with his county due to concussion and shoulder injuries from their second-round win over Cork.

Geaney trained with Jack O’Connor’s men last night and should be fit to return for Saturday’s preliminary quarter-final against Cavan in Killarney.

He would love to tell his younger self to loosen up, because loving the game makes it so much easier.

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He said: “Maybe it was in my head probably way too early about time ticking, maybe 28, 29, thinking about what time is left. If I could go back today, I’d say, ‘Just relax’.

“As you kind of come into an off-season, you’re thinking, ‘Am I able to go again? Can I commit to it time-wise? Can I commit to it family-wise?’ All that sort of thing, work-wise.

“The other side of it is that I felt so in love with the game, and I was enjoying my football with my club so much in the off-season as well over the past two seasons.

“I think a run of getting older and smarter and treating myself better recovery-wise and in the off-season as well. I just stay on top of everything as much as I can.

“It’s hard to say no if you’re available.

“I had a thing with my back surgeon there two years ago and he said, whatever you’re doing, keep doing it because it’s keeping you healthy. So I’ll just do it as long as I can.”

l KERRY ace Paul Geaney speaking at the launch of the GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Series.

A LAD’s holiday to Benidorm ended in horror when a dad broke his neck after being shoved into a swimming pool “as a joke”.

Martin Bullen, 31, was at a Benidorm pool party on June 10 when he claims somebody who he “didn’t know” playfully pushed him into the water.

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Martin Bullen (pictured, left) was on a lad’s holiday in Benidorm when somebody who he ‘didn’t know’ playfully pushed him into the water[/caption]

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He ended up breaking his neck and back[/caption]

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He tried to dive in the pool but split his head open on the bottom of the pool[/caption]

The single dad-of-two said he had no idea how shallow the water was so when he was pushed, he tried to dive in but split his head open on the bottom of the pool.

Luckily one of the worried partygoers that stepped in to get Martin out of the pool was an army medic so knew to keep him still until an ambulance arrived.

Martin, who works as a sales advisor, was then taken to a nearby hospital where docs gave him 16 stitches in his head and found that he had fractured his neck in three places and broken his back.

He explained that the trip to Benidorm with his cousins was intended to have a break from being a busy single dad.

Prior to the holiday, Martin had gone to book travel insurance but got distracted before paying and forgot to purchase it – a mistake he dubbed ‘stupid’.

Martin said the hospital stay and extra flights cost £1,500 and he is now urging holidaymakers travelling this summer not to make the same “daft mistake” as him.

Martin, from Wigan, Greater Manchester, said: “I was having a drink but I had my wits about me and stuff. Somebody pushed me into the pool and I didn’t know it was a shallow pool.

“I’m thinking I’ll just dive in and dive back up and my head hit the floor straight away and it split open my head.

“It was quite scary. I’ll be honest, there was at one point I thought I was going to die on my own [in hospital] because I didn’t know what was going on or who to talk to.

“It was a moment of madness [not to take out insurance]. I was looking at getting it, I put it in the WhatsApp group for my cousins to get it and as I went to do mine something came up with the kids.

“Then it just slipped my mind and then I forgot all about it and didn’t get it done. It was a daft mistake. I knew I needed to get it.

“Failure to prepare is preparing to fail, that’s the best thing I could say.”

Thankfully Martin was able to fly home on 16 June and said doctors at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary in Wigan have found five fractures in his neck and back.

He said he still needs to wear a neck brace and can only walk or stand for about five minutes before he needs to sit down.

Martin is awaiting further scans to find out the extent of the damage and what his recovery will be like.

His dad, Scott Bullen, 63, flew out to be with him in hospital and was luckily able to help him with hospital costs but now Martin is raising money to be able to pay his dad back.

Martin said: “I can see how it could be portrayed dead easily as a boozy Brit in Benidorm who has done this but to be honest with you I wasn’t drunk.

“It was a freak accident because I didn’t know the pool was shallow. I’m a full-time dad and I try and work my hardest and try and bring them up the best I can do.

“I’m not one of those idiots, I have a lot of responsibilities and I take pride in them.”

He continued: “I’m either a dad or I’m at work. I’m never Martin and that’s what this time away was for me.

“When I was in the hospital on my own I just needed my dad. Then when my dad came it was all about, I needed to land back home.

“When the plane landed he [Martin’s dad] was looking at me and I burst out in tears.

“I’ve got two boys full time on my own, luckily my dad helped me with upfront costs, which I’ve got to pay back because he’s retired.

“I know it’s going to be a long road to recovery but I’ve got through the hard part, which was getting home and being around people who can support me.”

You can donate to Martin’s GoFundMe page here.

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Thankfully Martin was able to fly home on June 16 and said doctors at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary in Wigan have found five fractures in his neck and back[/caption]

TEMPLEGATE takes on a sizzling day two at Royal Ascot confident of smashing the bookies.

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CARMERS (3.05, nap)

Twomey or not Twomey — that is the question on Day Two of Royal Ascot. Top Irish trainer Paddy Twomey has a huge chance in the Queen’s Vase. This son of Wootton Bassett has looked like a machine on his two runs so far. After a bloodless maiden win at Ballinrobe, he stepped up to 1m5f for a smooth Listed success at Navan. He travelled sweetly off the pace before picking up strongly to win going away. This greater test of stamina again will be ideal and there’s a lot more to come under experienced jockey Billy Lee.

ANMAAT (4.20, nb)

Can turn the tables on Los Angeles in the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes. They had a right ding-dong at The Curragh last time but this track suits Jim Crowley’s mount better and he can strike.

QIRAT (5.00, treble)

Will enjoy stepping up to a mile for the Royal Hunt Cup. He needed his comeback when beaten on the nod in the Victoria Cup here.

Templegate’s verdicts

2.30

TRUE LOVE can have a fairytale ending in the Queen Mary.

The Aidan O’Brien runner has copped what should be a nice high draw and she’s been second in a couple of hot maidens in Ireland. She can take the extra step needed here.

All the money has come for Zelaina, Karl Burke’s £650,000 Mehmas flyer, who looked something out of the ordinary when destroying her rivals at Nottingham on debut.

She made all with ease and clocked a good speed figure.

Burke used the same stepping stone for Leovanni last year and she’s the danger at skinny odds.

American raider Lennilu has blitzed her rivals on both starts so far and should love the fast ground. She’ll blast off and take plenty of catching.

Spicy Marg could be the pick of the home team after she zoomed away from her rivals at Newmarket last time.

Secret Hideaway had a few of these behind when taking a York Listed prize in good style and can prove that was no fluke.

Society Kiss showed her liking for the track when winning on debut and Ralph Beckett’s fillies often take a big step forward from their first outing.

Revival Power is the sister of Nunthorpe winner Winter Power and is another with plenty of scope after an impressive debut win at Thirsk.

Staya is another with place claims after her Yarmouth win.

3.05

CARMERS looked a class act when following up a maiden win at Ballinrobe with a commanding three-length Listed success at Navan last time.

That performance was visually striking and backed up by the clock too.

He’s already proven his stamina for this sort of test and has a lot more to come for in-form trainer Paddy Twomey.

Aidan O’Brien has a strong hand as usual.

Shackleton is the apparent first string under Ryan Moore.

He shaped better than the result in the Gallinule Stakes at the Curragh when denied a clear run and should relish this longer trip.

Stablemate Scandinavia was a wide-margin Navan maiden winner on reappearance and brings untapped potential under Derby hero Wayne Lordan.

Devil’s Advocate steps up from a solid Dante fourth but that York effort came in ideal conditions and he now faces a stamina test.

Rahiebb is on the upgrade and ran a cracker when second in a hot York handicap.

He could be the value option at a decent price ahead of Chester Vase fourth Pinhole.

3.40

CINDERELLA’S DREAM blossomed with a dazzling return in the Dahlia at Newmarket last time.

She was a class apart at Newmarket, surging clear of 1,000 Guineas winner Elmalka and clocking a big speed figure in the process.

Already a Grade 1 winner in America, she is right at home on fast ground and will take plenty of stopping.

Fallen Angel is the danger as she below Group 1 company for the first time since 2023.

The Irish 1,000 Guineas winner was a touch flat in the Lockinge but needed the run after seven months off.

She made all when landing the Curragh classic last year and has the pace to get handy again.

There’s no obvious reason why Emalka will turn the HQ form around with the tip and a bigger threat could be last year’s winner Running Lion.

She has cheekpieces on for the first time and looked much more like her old self when second at Haydock last time.

We know she likes this trip and track on fast ground and she could hit the frame.

One Look ran a decent race in this grade at The Curragh last time but needs more in this company.

4.20

ANMAAT can turn around last month’s Tattersalls Gold Cup form with Los Angeles who got the run of the race at The Curragh.

I don’t often consider wind direction as part of the form but there was a very strong tailwind in Kildare that day and it was a huge help to prominent runners like Los Angeles who were literally blown to victory while hold-up horses struggled to land a blow.

I would say Anmaat ran a massive race to come from a fair way back to actually head his rival at one stage before just getting chinned half a length.

Last year’s Champion Stakes hero has more than proven himself at this level and he boasts a fine overall Ascot record.

Jim Crowley will hopefully sit just off the pace and come through with a late rattle as he did here in October.

Los Angeles is likely to run another mighty race too.

He stays this trip strongly, acts on any ground and Ryan Moore should have near the front and ready to kick on around the home bend.

Ombudsman lost his unbeaten record when second in the Brigadier Gerard at Sandown but he was entitled to need that comeback and should be a lot fitter for it.

He impressed when winning four straight last season, including at Longchamp.

A strongly-run race over this trip should bring out his best and he’ll be hard to keep out of the frame.

Map Of Stars looked unlucky in the Prix Ganay when denied a clear run before flying late to go down by a neck.

He’s got a couple of Group contest on his CV with quick ground being the only worry as he’s a winner on heavy.

Connections paid a fortune to supplement See The Fire after her sensational Middleton Stakes win at York last time.

She put that Group 2 to bed by 12 lengths and gets valuable weight from the fellas.

There’s more improvement to come on this sharp hike in class.

Facteur Cheval wasn’t disgraced when trying to retain his Grade 1 Dubai Turf title last time and he was a good second in the QEII Stakes here in October.

He’s another who probably doesn’t want the ground rattling fast.

5.00

QIRAT has a fantastic record up this straight track in a big field. He ran a cracker in last year’s Britannia Stakes before going close at the October meeting.

He made his seasonal comeback in the red-hot Victoria Cup here in May and went down in a head-bobber.

His family normally improve as four-year-olds and this longer trip will be ideal.

Well-backed My Cloud looks a danger along with The Liffey under Ryan Moore.

Arabian Light and Bullet Point look big each-way prices.

5.35

AROLLA can rock his rivals to give trainer Harry Charlton a first Royal Ascot win in his own name.

This improving daughter of Kingman made a cracking return when second to the smart Jabaara in a Musselburgh Listed race earlier this month and now drops into handicap company off a perfectly fair mark of 100.

My fancy stayed on eye-catchingly from off the pace. With the strong gallop expected to suit her hold-up style, she can pounce late under top Irish jockey Colin Keane.

There’s every chance of a Royal winner thanks to Rainbows Edge who could well be the proverbial Group horse lurking in a handicap.

He has earned top weight after an impressive victory over course and distance last time.

That was just his fourth run so there should be a lot more to come from William Buick’s mount.

He got the better of Arisaig but there was less than a length between them so Charlie Johnston’s hope isn’t out of this and is slightly better off at the weights.

Kayhana is a strong traveller for Gavin Cromwell and she returned to form with a close second at Gowran last time.

She’ll need luck from stall seven but should come home strongly.

Rockymountainway is on the upgrade and shaped as though the step back up to a mile will suit when a strong second at Kempton.

At huge odds, Thelma’s Angel caught the eye when sixth in a Musselburgh listed contest and could outrun her price now dropping back into a handicap.

6.10

OLD IS GOLD can shine under James Doyle.

He was a good third on debut here before winning nicely at Beverley last time.

Wathnan shelled out £200,000 to buy him after that and he can repay a big chunk of that here.

Rogue Legend looks dangerous after back-to-back wins in Ireland and he’s another to have changed hands for big money since.

There was plenty of juice in the ground at Tipperary last time which he won’t get here though.

Kansas went down fighting at Navan last time but has had three goes to get off the mark.

Rogue Supremacy lagged in on debut at Wetherby and is proven on quick ground. He could be anything for David O’Meara.

Tough Critic flew home to win in America last time and is another for the shortlist on ideal ground.

Templegate’s tips

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A HIDDEN car insurance trick could save you £5,000 if your vehicle is written off.

Motorists claiming on this insurance stand to gain big – as average payouts have tripled in the past four years.

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GAP insurance payouts have nearly tripled in four years[/caption]

The average payout for Guaranteed Asset Protection – or GAP insurance – has soared from around £1,600 in 2021 to nearly £5,000 this year.

This little-known insurance hack is rarely used – with a Financial Conduct Authority probe revealing that the average driver with GAP insurance makes a claim just once every 300 years.

This product is mainly used to cover a potential shortfall between a car’s value and the amount owed on finance if the vehicle is written off or stolen.

Drivers who need to make a claim are likely to receive larger payouts, as those who’ve financed their cars currently face several financial risks.

GAP insurance is used not only by those with financed cars but also by owners who bought cars outright—they can claim if the insurer’s payout is less than what they paid for the car.

Several factors have contributed to the soaring cash value of GAP claims.

These include the fast depreciation of certain vehicles – especially EVs – and a rise in insurance write-offs caused by soaring repair costs and parts shortages.

Rising motor thefts, targeting models like Range Rovers, have also driven up the cash value of GAP claims.

Experts say GAP insurance has shifted from a “nice-to-have” policy to a “vital financial safeguard” for today’s car buyers.

The increase in the value of payouts “underscores the growing financial risk faced by car owners” in 2025, according to MotorEasy, a leading car ownership platform.

However, this type of insurance has been controversial in the past, as it’s often sold by dealers alongside cars – sometimes with limited explanation or inflated prices.

It’s usually cheaper to buy GAP insurance through brokers.

The increase in the value of payouts “underscores the growing financial risk faced by car owners” in 2025, according to MotorEasy, the leading car ownership platform.

MotorEasy says the rise in average claim amounts is linked to the lasting effects of Covid-19.

However, since so few motorists were using GAP policies, the Financial Conduct Authority launched an investigation in 2023 over concerns about their value.

This led to many policies being withdrawn, with about 80 percent of products pulled from the market.

Experts now advise car buyers to compare policies carefully and consider brokers rather than accepting dealer offers.

Meanwhile, insurance experts have shared eight tips to help drivers slash the cost of covering their cars.

Tom Banks, a coverage expert for Go.Compare, told SunMotors that one effective way is to choose a higher excess.

This means you agree to pay more out of pocket if you make a claim, which lowers the amount the insurer has to cover.

Tom explained: “You want to make sure that you will be able to afford to pay it should you need to make a claim.

“But it’s worth bearing in mind that choosing a higher voluntary excess will usually bring your car insurance premium down.”

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OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.

Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. 

ARIES

March 21 to April 20

Heading for a personal moon, with a power-planet back-up team, your chart is physically on fire.

Attraction is all around you, but especially strong in any location linked to property.

A fitness fan may often offer you advice – this time, do pay close attention, as you could transform your personal style, and future.

 TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

A recent contact who communicates in very-short messages can be a positive addition to your career or creative support team. So take that step closer.

This can also have a love bonus.

Your Mercury learning zone takes you to the heart of a local puzzle – and you have the drive and research skills to find a solution.

Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

An address you’ve been dreaming about may no longer fit your needs, or your future.

When you let yourself see this, you can start working towards a better option.

The relative with the birthday earliest in the year can help.

Love is about being your best self, even when others seem to show you their worst.

Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

CANCER

June 22 to July 22

You have Saturn-rich strength, to suss out any situation and take charge.

So your position in a group can take a sudden twist, digging deeper into skills you are ready to showcase.

If you’re attached, the Mars aspect of your chart is extra- passionate, some experimental love words can be part of this.

Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

LEO

July 23 to August 23

Money and mood may seem entangled today – but try to separate them, and you can be free.

So you no longer need to spend to mend your feelings. An answer to a love question may seem at first wrong – but do give this time to sink in properly.

Single? A very tidy Capricorn can keep you guessing in such sexy ways.

Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

The people you choose to pair up with may seem unexpected. But follow your heart towards those who will bring out the best in you, or let you bring out the best in them.

In both these cases, you can get such a welcome surprise.

Social ambitions get a Jupiter boost, as you relax, reboot and see inspiration all around.

Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

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LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

Inner desires are close to the surface thanks to Mars – and everything you think you know about yourself is up for review.

So today you may make an outrageous love or work move.

Take a tip from Neptune and soften your approach to someone who’s been expecting too much.

Luck mixes neon colours and sharp shapes.

Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

After a time of confusion, you can feel your views on a property direction starting to settle.

At first, you may feel you are taking a step back – but do stick with it.

Someone younger has news to share that reminds you of who you really want to be.

The next few days can feature your lightbulb moment.

Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

Too many genius ideas – but too little practical focus – can sum you up.

But today you can start to work out a strategy – perhaps not in terms of earning bigger, but in feeling better about how you spend your time, and who with.

Your love chart is done with waiting and watching – yes, your heart is poised to act.

Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

You have a deep layer of curiosity in your current chart make-up that leaves you wanting to know more – about people, places and projects.

This is what helps you stand out at work, as you can deal well with any answer that comes your way.

In passion, a food-focused event can be a source of romantic connection.

Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

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AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

Planets of inner heat and generosity make your day sing – perhaps even providing a space for you to take centre stage.

Your confidence may have felt rather slow-growing, but this means it’s longer-lasting, and so resilient.

So you can afford to spare some time to show someone older that you care.

Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

PISCES

February 19 to March 20

Working with very close friends or family may be too much for you today – try to maintain a level of distance between you.

Plus a pre-agreed set of ground rules.

You’ve got the ability to push any lovebond to the next level, if that’s what you want.

Remember two-way respect is the best kind.

Get all the latest Pisces horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

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KING Charles’s hopes for his horse at Royal Ascot were dashed yesterday as the favourite failed to dazzle in the sun and finished ninth.

Reaching High had been hotly tipped by bookies at 11-4 before the Ascot Stakes but he flopped in front of the expectant monarch.

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King Charles’s hopes for his horse at Royal Ascot were dashed[/caption]

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Queen Camilla was cheering from the Royal Box alongside the King[/caption]

Thousands of revellers who were enjoying a scorching day at the Berkshire racecourse and had backed the favourite were also left stunned.

Charles, 76, and Queen Camilla, 77, had been cheering from the Royal Box but were seen leaving shortly after the loss — even with two more races to go.

Despite being trained by legendary Willie Mullins and ridden by top jockey Ryan Moore, the horse got stuck in the pack and never hit the front.

Mullins said: “Ryan just said he got no run. He’s finished full of running, but just got no luck in running, so it’s disappointing.

“Their Majesties are very easy, lovely people to train for and it’s a pleasure.

“There’s a bit more pressure when you train one for them at this meeting, but to bring one here with a real chance is what we like to do.

“Hopefully this fellow will show us how good he is at some stage later in the season.”

The King, whose only Ascot win was Desert Hero in 2023, is set to attend every day of the five-day festival after The Sun revealed he was surprised at how much he enjoyed the occasion.

He had taken over his mum Queen Elizabeth II’s stable of horses. She had more than 20 Royal Ascot winners during her 70-year reign.

Earlier, Charles had written in the official racecard: “Having experienced the thrill of victory at Royal Ascot ourselves in 2023, we can only wish all those competing this week the very best of luck and that everyone watching has a most enjoyable five days.”

Royals were out in force on the first day of the annual event.

Sarah Ferguson, 65, was joined by daughter Princess Beatrice, 36, and hubby Edo Mapelli Mozzi, 41,

For the 200th anniversary of the Royal Procession, Charles and Camilla arrived in a carriage with Saudi Arabia’s Prince Faisal bin Salman Al Saud and Lady Sarah Keswick, one the Queen’s official companions.

Peter Phillips, 47, and his NHS nurse girlfriend Harriet Sperling, 45, were also in one of the carriages.

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JAMES Argent’s ex Nicoline has shared an emotional message online after he turned on her last month.

Nicoline, 32, shared a post about ‘life taking you to rock bottom’ after former Towie star James Argent turned on the former Miss World while they were at their home in Spain in May.

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James Argent – who assaulted the former Miss World – is Nicoline’s ex[/caption]

The Swedish fashion model took to Instagram on Tuesday to share some smiley snaps of herself at four-star alpine chalet Hotel Maribel Sierra Nevada.

Wearing an all red ensemble, and carrying a Louis Vuttion holdall, Nicoline smiled for the camera.

While sharing snaps from the lavish location, Nicoline penned a poignant caption.

In the caption, she penned: “Partner with the right power! Meaning – Surround yourself with ONLY people who shares the motto of wanting to be their best extraordinary self with you and others.”

She added: “In the midst of a setback there is a comeback laying ahead of you.

“I’m so blessed and privileged to be learning from our dear family friend Tim Storey.”

Nicoline went on: “I thank each and every one of you for all your supportive kindness & love you’ve been showing me – It means more than you’ll ever know! I appreciate you all so much.

“Going through hardships, your focus will be put to a test. Where you re-direct your mindset will be crucial.

“This does not mean to suppress any emotions or feelings – It means to go through them fully no matter how hard it is.”

She concluded: “The power of humanity is that we cheer each other on when good things are happening and we help each other out when life take you rock bottom. So let’s come together! 

“Surround yourself with pure and warmhearted people who will be there with you and let them know they matter to you.

“I feel so passionate about helping others going through big as small hurdles to show you life has a plan for you.

“Remember, we stand strongest together.”

Last month Arg was arrested and spent several hours in police cells before admitting a charge of domestic violence in court.

Nicoline spoke out in a statement – confessing: “My fractures on my body have finally healed but I’m wounded inside.”

Recalling the traumatic experience, she said: “I was brutally thrown out of our new home in the middle of the night wearing only my pyjamas.

“I opened the door to let him in and only minutes after, I found myself laying down on the stairs outside our house. 

My clothes and belongings were being thrown out from the balcony down on me. I was injured.”

She said: “I felt there were too many people in our relationship: me, my boyfriend and his ex. ‘Three’s a crowd’, they say. 

“I asked so many times if we could be just the two of us, but the answer was a strong NO.

“I experienced what I can only describe as targeted emotional distress which he allowed to continue.”

Nicoline continued: “After being together for one year my boyfriend finally promised me that he would have boundaries. 

“He would put a stop to all that had been going on for months. 

“But he didn’t. Instead he broke the promise and her controlling behaviour continued. The rest is history.”

Nicoline went on to thank the people who came to her aid and added: “I have tried to understand why.

“I have cried so many tears thinking about the way he chose to hurt me. He said he loved me and I believed him and here we are.

“There is now a legal record of what happened. Violence has no excuse – no matter how much love preceded it.”

James Argent was handed a six month suspended sentence and a two-year restraining order banning him from contacting Nicoline. 

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ROMEO LAVIA reckons the Premier League should introduce the glitzy walk-ons which are stealing the show at the Club World Cup.

Players are introduced to the crowd individually with razzmatazz ahead of the matches.

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And Chelsea midfielder Lavia, 21, said: “It’s a bit of a showbiz thing, isn’t it? I quite like it.

“The only difference is we might get a bit cold because once you’re out there, you have to wait for the other players.

“But I enjoyed it. Why not bring it to the Premier League?”

Lavia was taken off at half-time in Chelsea’s opening 2-0 Group D win over Los Angeles FC.

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Having had his season interrupted by niggling injuries, he sees this tournament as a way to steadily recover full fitness, form and consistency.

He was replaced by Blues vice-captain Enzo Fernandez, who wrapped up the victory with their second goal.

Competition for places is at the heart of what drives the Blues on.
Lavia said: “It’s what is needed for the club, so it’s all healthy. We all have great connections.

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“It’s about doing our best every day and then the manager must decide who he wants to pick.

“It was about managing minutes for me. There’s no physical issue.

“The biggest ‘credit’ a footballer can have is to be available. It’s definitely something I’m aware of.

“I just want to put the injuries behind me and look to the future.”

Chelsea will continue ther pursuit of global domination on Friday when they face Flumengo.

The Brazilians opened up their campiagn on Tuesday by beating ES Tunis 2-0.

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LOVE Island hosts have predicted doom for one couple – claiming a boy is stringing his villa partner along.

The first week had viewers gripped with villa drama and explosive moments.

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Indiyah and Amy have predicted doom for one villa couple[/caption]

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Alima Gagigo, 23, coupled up with 24-year-old bombshell Remell Mullings.

Despite recent tensions, a U-turn saw them share a passionate kiss in Tuesday’s episode.

However, show alums Amy Hart and Indiyah Polack had earlier predicted things could go awry for the couple.

Speaking on their Love Island: Morning After podcast on Monday, Amy said: “Thing is as well, with Remell and Alima, most people can count, right?

“You go in the villa and there’s more boys than girls. Which means that boys will be at risk.

“So, I need to find a girl – and I’m not saying that Alima was an easy option.

“She’s a beautiful girl with a beautiful heart and she’s amazing.”

Continuing, Amy remarked how Remell “didn’t even speak to anyone else” and observed her bond with Blu wasn’t the strongest.

She added: “He saw her and was like, ‘That’s my target‘ and then now he’s wanting to kiss people in the challenge.

“I just think, on paper, it looks like Remell came straight in for Alima, went for her and now they’re in a couple.

“Whereas it’s not all those things.”

The villa couple previously butted heads when Remell kissed anyone but his partner in a challenge.

Alima told him: “I think you were so disrespectful, I’m not gonna lie…do you feel like you did everything right?”

Their conversation continued, as Alima added: “You say you like me and do things that just don’t match, it’s worse you can’t even take accountability…maybe we’re not compatible…”

Following this – and after their kiss – Remell chose to stay coupled with Alima in the latest recoupling.

It comes as a major twist sees two other girls have their spots in the villa put in jeopardy.

It will be down to a new bombshell to decide who stays and who goes.

Love Island airs on ITV2 and ITVX.

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KATHRYN Thomas has shared a “beautiful” tribute to her rarely-seen husband after a weekend away celebrating Father’s Day.

The Carlow native and her husband Padraig McLoughlin, who tied the knot in 2019 at Kilkea Castle, Kilkenny, have two daughters – Ellie, seven, and Grace, three.

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They celebrated Father’s Day[/caption]

The family-of-four enjoyed a fun-filled trip to Wexford this weekend, where they celebrated the special day.

Kathryn took to her Instagram after the trip to post a glimpse of their quick getaway.

The mum-of-two shared a series of heartwarming snaps of their beach day and the Father’s Day meal they enjoyed together.

She also shared a heartfelt post dedicated to her husband on the special occasion.

Kathryn posted snaps of Padraig with the kids as well as some sweet family pictures.

She captioned her post: “To the best Dad! Well on a par with my own. Not a great man for the social post pics like my own Dad but he’ll forgive me these ones I think.

“We love you so much P…. Happy Father’s Day.”

Fans and friends flocked to the comment section to share their love for her post.

Davina said: “Beautiful family. Happy Father’s Day Padraig.”

Tricia wrote: “So beautiful.”

Caroline gushed: “So sweet.”

Another added: “Fab photos.”

Kathryn recently admitted to wanting a third child but her “hormones died down” after her husband’s response.

Ellie is going into second class this September and her youngest will be completing her last year of preschool.

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Kathryn has said she’s glad to be “on the other side” of the potty training and that her kids are “just great”.

And when asked if she’s getting notions about having another child, Kathryn told The Irish Sun: “No… the shop is closed!”

However, she admitted that she briefly thought about it around two years ago.

She explained: “My sister had a baby, Lily, she’s two now. But I remember going in to see her in the Coombe.

“Grace was one. I had said to my gynaecologist, ‘No, done, shop is closed’, and my doctor said, ‘I’ve heard of women like you before’.

“Anyway, I went in to see my sister in the Coombe, held the baby, gave her back, ran outside, rang my husband, was like, ‘Do you want another baby?’, and he was like, ‘Not on your f***ing life’.”

Kathryn laughing added: “So that was the end of that conversation. And very quickly I kind of was like… the hormone release died down, I was fine.”