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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gisele Bundchen opens up about motherhood and new family life
Gisele Bundchen has opened up about her family life after welcoming her most recent baby. The 44-year-old Brazilian model was married to American former professional football quarterback Tom Brady, 47, from 2009 until 2022 and they share a son named Benjamin, 15, and a daughter named Vivian, 12. Bundchen struck up a romance with Jiu-Jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente, 35, in June 2023 and they welcomed a son together earlier this year - whose name has not yet been revealed. Returning to the spotlight for a cover shoot with French Vogue, Bundchen explained that she was "very grateful" to have been able to spend time with her newborn child. She told the magazine, "Having my hair and make-up done makes me feel like I'm on vacation: with a baby, the nights are so short that I've hardly brushed my hair in recent months. "Now that my little one is sleeping through the night, I'm back in control of my rhythm." She went on to shine a light on her new home life and hinted at some of the trials she has experienced raising an infant. She said, "As any new mother knows, it's amazing how much sleep or lack of it can change everything. "But then again, I feel really grateful: being able to be at home with my children and enjoy every moment with them is priceless." The catwalk star went on to explain that she has discovered a new sense of confidence since divorcing her husband and embracing her new life. She said, "I feel more comfortable in my own skin, and my priorities are clearer. I'm grateful to be where I am. I feel like I've earned it."
Gulf Today
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
UAE win 7 medals at Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship opener
The UAE National Jiu-Jitsu Team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, began their campaign at the 9th Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship with a strong performance, winning seven medals on the first day at the Prince Hamzah Hall in Al Hussein Youth City, Amman. The team won two gold, two silver, and three bronze medals in the men's divisions, reaffirming its dominance in one of the continent's most renowned jiu-jitsu competitions. Theyab Al Nuaimi (56kg) and Mohamed Ali Al Suwaidi (69kg) took home gold medals. Omar Al Suwaidi (56kg) and Khaled Al Shehhi (62kg) took silver, while Mehdi Al Awlaki (77kg), Hazza Al Qubaisi (85kg), and Faraj Al Awlaki (94kg) won bronze. Fahad Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the UAE and Asian Jiu-Jitsu Federations, congratulated the athletes, citing sustained support from wise leadership as a key factor in their continental success. This encouraging start reflects the hard work of our technical and administrative teams, as well as the players' dedication and discipline. It's a fantastic first step toward our goal of topping the overall rankings. Today's achievement boosts our confidence in the team and emphasizes our athletes' commitment to proudly represent the UAE.' He also commended Mubadala's strategic partnership, which has been in place since 2023, and emphasized its importance in improving the team's readiness and performance in significant continental and international tournaments. Head Coach Helder Medeiros was pleased with the results, citing the high quality of play and the tremendous progress made by several Asian nations. He highlighted the team's continued analysis and preparation for the upcoming women's and under-21 competitions. Gold medalist Al Nuaimi regarded his triumph as a proud moment for both himself and his team-mates, recognising weeks of intense training and discipline. He praised both his coach and the federation for their ongoing support. Jiu-Jitsu has become one of the most popular martial arts in the world, and has attracted a strong following in regional and global sports forums, due to its suitability for different ages, and the physical, intellectual and social benefits that its practice confers. With the support and generous guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation is responsible for furthering the spread of the culture of Jiu-Jitsu and providing a stimulating and encouraging environment for practitioners of this sport. Earlier, the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF) Board of Directors convened its regular meeting at the Federation's headquarters in Abu Dhabi to review the current season's progress, discuss preparations for the 17th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, and evaluate the National Team's upcoming continental and international participations.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
French Open: Sabalenka provides opening day colour
Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus hits a forehand against Russia's Kamilla Rakhimova. (AP Photo) PARIS: Roland Garros 2025 didn't get off to the brightest of starts weather-wise. The sky was overcast and a persistent drizzle was a damper. The mistral, blowing across the grounds, was stiff and sharp, forcing fans to layer-up. The matches on Court Philippe Chatrier, the tiered show court of this sprawling venue, however, got off to a roar under the roof. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka in a crisp peppermint onepiece, with strategic cut-off at the back, put the spark in the schedule with a rapid-fire performance against Russian Kamilla Rakhimova. Who's that IPL player? The Belarussian, who claimed 12 of the 13 games played in the first-round match, in a major where she is yet to make it past the semifinals, picked clay as the surface that forced her to work the hardest. The 27-year-old didn't sweat in the 60-minute workout in which she slammed 30 winners, using the chalked lines for target practice. China's Qinwen Zheng, the eighth seed, who followed the world No.1 on court, shut out the tricky Russian Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-4, 6-3 in 83 minutes. Sabalenka, whose USP is her supreme ability to blow out opposition, noted that power alone couldn't win her the day on red clay. 'Sometimes you have to build the point three or four times in one point, so you have to physically be ready, mentally be ready,' she said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo 'You have to have variety in the game to be able to compete on clay court. Physically and mentally, clay court makes me work really hard.' More Than a Team: The Rise of CSK & the Whistle Podu Army Sabalenka, who made the semi-finals here two years ago, then last year lost in the quarterfinals when she was laid low by a stomach bug, leans on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to build her core. 'The Jiu-Jitsu (teaches you) to have control over your body,' she said. 'We use a lot of exercises from JiuJitsu for the core when we do fitness, also for control over the body. My trainer brought a lot of stuff from Jiu-Jitsu to my training sessions. ' Sabalenka, who is coming into her second successive Grand Slam as the world No.1, said she enjoys the pressure of leading the pack. 'I take it as a challenge if someone is chasing me or that there is a target on my back,' she said. 'Every time I go out there, I feel let's go. Let's see who is ready for the pressure moments. It helps me stay in the moment and to fight, no matter what.' Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Khaleej Times
02-04-2025
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
UAE expats learn Jiu Jitsu to deal with bullies, self-esteem issues; now winning gold medals
As a ten-year-old, Dubai resident Blaine Tagudena was bullied regularly by senior students on his bus. His father decided that the best way to tackle the situation would be to teach him Jiu Jitsu at home. Meanwhile, in Philippines, their close family friend Amay enrolled his daughters Eliecha and Ellise Malilay for the martial arts to help them defend themselves. When the Malilay family moved to Dubai in 2020 after the Covid pandemic, the families decided to enroll all three children in a local academy called Atrixion MMA to continue learning Jiu Jitsu. 'We just wanted the kids to be safe and build their confidence,' said Amay. 'We never imagined them competing or becoming athletes.' Today, the trio are world champions and members of the Philippines national Jiu Jitsu team. Eliecha, who is also known by her nickname Yca, received a full athletic scholarship to study either Physiotherapy or Sports Science at one of the top four universities in the Philippines. 'Jiu Jitsu changed our lives as we know it,' said Ellise. 'I was overweight and had massive self-esteem issues. Today, I am the top athlete in my weight division, and it is all thanks to this beautiful sport.' Since beginning Jiu-Jitsu in 2020, 17-year-old Ellise has already won three world titles. This year alone, she has already scooped up three golds, two silvers and a bronze medal in competitions in Egypt, Philippines, Thailand and Abu Dhabi. Yca, who has won two world titles, has won one gold and three silvers this year. For Blaine, Jiu Jitsu training gave him the much-needed self-confidence to fight back at school. He said before he joined the academy, his father laid out mats at home and began teaching him using YouTube tutorials. 'At first, I was just copying the moves without really understanding, but over time, I started improving my own techniques,' he said. In 2024, the 18-year-old finished on the podium five times in competitions across India, Philippines, UAE and Greece. As their Jiu Jitsu training became more time-consuming, all three of them switched to an online schooling system that gave them enough time to focus on being an athlete. 'We were training in the morning, afternoon and evening,' recalled Yca. 'Whatever time we got in between our training, we used to finish schoolwork and catch up on our lessons.' The trio spend at least 5 hours a day on the mats at the academy, out of which, they train for 3 hours, and teach classes to younger athletes for the remaining time. Yca and Blaine finished their GCSEs last year while Ellise hopes to graduate early next year. 'It was never easy,' Blaine admitted. 'We used to juggle course work, Jiu Jitsu training, gym workouts and teaching. In the lead up to major competitions like the AJP World Pro competitions that happen in Abu Dhabi every year, we would step up our training to include cardio exercises and running.' Constant improvement According to Ellise, the hardest part about being an athlete was the constant challenge to improve herself. 'Every time you get on the mat, you become aware of your strengths and weaknesses,' she said. 'Every opponent and every fight teaches you something new. It is sometimes hard to constantly improve yourself and there are times when I felt stuck in a plateau for a long time.' Yca added that their wins didn't come easy. 'When I first started off, I was losing every fight I participated in,' she said. 'There were times I cried on the mats because I used to be so frustrated, but I didn't give up. And then one day, I won a fight. I still remember being in disbelief. That one fight turned into a two and then several more. I am truly grateful to my coaches and my parents for inspiring me to keep trying until I succeeded.'
Gulf Today
15-02-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
UAE bag 11 medals at Jiu-Jitsu Asian Youth Championship in Bangkok
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu team concluded its participation in the under-14-year-old category of the Ju-Jitsu Asian Youth Championship in Bangkok today, Thursday, with 11 coloured medals: two gold, three silver, and six bronze. Fahad Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the UAE and Asian Jiu-Jitsu Federations, praised the team's performance, stressing that the results achieved are the fruit of hard work and advanced training programmes adopted by the Federation with unlimited support from the wise leadership.
