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Son Heung-Min’s Relationship Status — Know If He Is Dating a Girlfriend or Has a Wife
Son Heung-Min has been linked to many high-profile South Korean stars.
If you’re a football [or soccer as called in the US] fan, then you’re already aware of Son Heung-Min. If not, here is a little introduction: He is a South Korean professional footballer renowned for his footballing skills, including his explosive speed and finishing.
He is the current captain of the South Korean national football team, where he plays forward. Similarly, he has been signed by the Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur since the 2015-16 season. On August 12, 2023, he was named the club’s new captain.
In his international and club career, Heung-Min has performed exceptionally well and won the hearts of millions worldwide. That said, fans are more than eager to learn if anyone has managed to win the heart of this South Korean.
Is Son Heung-Min married to a wife?
As of this writing, Heung-Min is yet to share the wedding vows with a partner. So, he is unmarried and thus doesn’t have a wife. Similarly, as of now, there are no reports of him dating a girlfriend who might become his wife in the future.
However, there have been rumors of the footballer planning to get married to South Korean actress Moon Ga-young shortly. These rumors were first started by an X [formerly called Twitter] user, who stated the two were meeting a wedding planner.
The tweet, which has since been deleted, spread like wildfire. But as the tweet got deleted, many questioned the reliability of the news. Another thing to be noted is that it’s unknown if Ga-young is Heung-Min’s GF, as neither has confirmed they are dating.
Likewise, some fans remembered what Heung-Min said about getting married a few years ago. During his exclusive interview with The Guardian in March 2019, Heung-Min delved into what his father, Son Woong-Jung, told him about marriage and that he agrees with his father.
At the time, he wasn’t dating a girlfriend as well. His father once told him that he should not get married to a wife until he retires as a professional football player. “My father says this and I agree, as well. When you marry, the number one will be family, wife and kids, and then football,” he added.
As Heung-Min continued, he stated that he wanted to make sure that football would be his number one priority while he still played at the top level. “You don’t know how long you can play at the top level. When you retire, or when you are 33 or 34, you can still have a long life with your family.”
A collage picture of Son Heung-Min and his rumored partner, Moon Ga-young (Photo: Instagram)
He also mentioned how he has been told that many European managers prefer their players to marry and settle down. He said, “Yeah, because there are many opportunities to do things off the pitch, like drinking or something like that. But I am not the type that likes doing this stuff.”
“I just want to make sure I make everyone happy by playing at the top level. For example, when I play for Spurs at Wembley, how many Korean flags do you see? I want to keep my level as high as possible for as long as I can to pay back to them. This is very important for me,” Heung-Min concluded.
To conclude, Heung-Min is yet to get married to a wife, and his present relationship status also seems to be single. He might be following his father’s advice. As for his wedding rumors with Ga-young, nothing can be said until either party officially confirms it.
Son Heung-Min’s dating history explored
While Heung-Min might not be dating a girlfriend, he was in a few relationships. As per reports, his first relationship dates back to 2014, when he was dating Minah, a member of the popular South Korean girl group Girl’s Day.
The news of their togetherness was first reported in July 2014 by a Korean media outlet named The Fact (formerly known as Sports Seoul). The media outlet also shared pictures from their evening outing on July 16 and July 17, 2014.
During the outings, they were cautious and weren’t involved in any PDAs. That said, the footballer surprised his then-girlfriend with a bouquet and confessed his feelings toward her.
This report by The Fact was later confirmed by Girl’s Day’s agency, Dream T Entertainment, who told the same outlet that Heung-Min and Minah were indeed dating and were fans of each other. They also said that their relationship was in the initial stage.
However, their togetherness didn’t last long because, just three months later, in October 2014, the new couple broke up. Girl’s Day’s agency released a statement on October 16, where they confirmed the news of their split and the reason why.
Son Heung-Min on a date with his now-former GF Minah (Photo: The Fact)
They stated, “During the time of the dating rumors, they were just starting to have good feelings for each other, but due to the sudden outpour of attention and busy schedules, the two stopped contacting each other.”
Moreover, Minah also added a statement of her own, where she wrote, “As his fan, I hope that he′ll continue showing great performances in games while I focus on Girl’s Day and individual activities.”
After his split with Minah, Heung-Min sparked dating speculations with another South Korean star, actress Yoo So-young. The two were rumored to be dating for a long time, and the footballer finally confirmed it in November 2015.
However, their relationship lasted for less than a year as they broke up in 2016. It has been reported that Heung-Min follows his parents’ wishes and that his father wasn’t fond of him dating and wanted him to focus on his career. And that’s why he and So-young split.
Son Heung-Min taking a selfie with his now-former GF Yoo So-young (Photo: Instagram)
At the time of their relationship, not much was known, such as how they met and more. But it was later cleared by the actress when she briefly opened up about her relationship with the footballer on the podcast Jung Young Jin and Choi Wook’s Fiery Friday Night Show.
On the podcast, So-young mentioned that she wasn’t aware of Heung-Min and his popularity as a footballer when she first met him. She stated, “Yes! I like watching soccer but I don’t know which player is who. This is the first time I’m revealing this but I didn’t know who he was at first.”
She then recalled one of her first conversations with Heung-Min. She said, “‘I’m sorry. I only know about Ahn Jung Hwan.’ He seemed very startled. He asked me, ‘You don’t know me?’ My friend spoke up for me and explained that I really don’t know who he is.”
“I was having a meal with my peers, and I got to meet him while I was with them. We didn’t meet at a club,” So-young stated when asked how she met Heung-Min.
Since his split with his second girlfriend, Heung-Min hasn’t been in any confirmed relationships. In 2019, he was rumored to be dating BLACKPINK‘s Jisoo, but whenever these rumors popped up, BLACKPINK’s agency, YG Entertainment, continued to deny them.
The agency’s official statement on the rumors was, “We would like to clarify that all the dating rumours related to Blackpink’s Jisoo are not true. We have been aware of the rumours circulating.”
A collage picture of Son Heung-Min with his rumored girlfriend Jisoo (Photo: Instagram)
“Considering that it has become widespread among international fans as well, we now believe the situation calls for an official statement. Please stop the unreasonable spread of false rumors,” they added.
Furthermore, in 2022, Heung-Min was linked to another South Korean actress, Kim Go-eun. But the actress’s agency came forward to deny the dating rumors and added that Heung-Min and Go-eun have never met each other.
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Venkatesh Iyer and Priyanka Jawalkar’s Dating Rumors Were False
Venkatesh Iyer noted, “Cute!!” in the Telugu actress Priyanka Jawalkar’s photo.
Venkatesh Iyer is a professional Indian cricketer who plays for Madhya Pradesh in domestic cricket and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
With his outstanding performance, the Kolkata Knight Riders batsman led the team to the IPL championship in 2024. He also played a huge part in the team’s 2021 campaign where they were the runners-up.
In addition to his professional success, Iyer once gained national attention for his sly comment on a Telugu starlet’s post.
Venkatesh Iyer and Priyanka Jawalkar dating rumors
With his Instagram comment, KKR’s star Iyer became widely discussed.
A heated debate regarding whether Telugu actress Priyanka Jawalkar was the girlfriend of Iyer broke out after he left a comment on Jawalkar’s photo on Instagram.
Venkatesh Iyer commented on Priyanka Jawalkar’s post (Source: jawalkar/Instagram)
The actress posted a beautiful picture of herself with the caption “Boo” to her official Instagram account, smiling and hiding behind some curtains.
Iyer, in the meantime, added a statement that later prompted dating rumors. On the Telugu actress’ photo, he wrote “Cute!!,” to which she responded, “Who? You?”
Fans of the player couldn’t help but gush at the thought of romance blooming between the two, judging by Jawalkar’s response to his comment.
However, Iyer and Jawalkar did not respond to the rumors.
As of now, the rumors seem to be false, as Iyer got married to his girlfriend-turned-wife Shruti Raghunathan in May 2024.
Venkatesh Iyer married Shruti Raghunathan in 2024
Venkatesh Iyer and Shruti Raghunathan at their wedding. (Photo: Instagram)
On May 31, 2024, Venkatesh Iyer and Shruti Raghunathan celebrated their marriage in a ceremony marked by its intimacy and elegance. The wedding, held in the presence of their closest family and friends, was a deeply personal affair, reflecting the couple’s desire for a meaningful and private event.
The couple had become engaged in November 2023, and their engagement had been met with great excitement and anticipation from their loved ones. The lead-up to the wedding was filled with joy and planning as the couple prepared for this significant milestone in their lives.
Following the wedding, Iyer took to social media to share his happiness and reflect on the day. In a heartfelt post, he wrote, “Everything I ever imagined…”
His post was accompanied by a series of exquisite wedding photographs showcasing the couple’s radiant smiles and the magical moments of their special day. The pictures highlighted the elegance of the occasion, capturing the essence of their love and the joy of their union.
Venkatesh Iyer’s domestic career explored
Iyer made his Twenty20 debut in March 2015 at Holkar Stadium against the Railways cricket side.
In December of the same year, Iyer, studying for a Bachelor of Commerce degree, made his List A debut against the Saurashtra cricket team at Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium.
He decided to drop out of college after clearing the CA Intermediate exams and enrolled in a Master of Business Administration in finance to continue playing cricket.
On December 6, 2018, the cricketer made his Madhya Pradesh first-class debut during the Ranji Trophy for the 2018–19 season.
With 155 runs averaging 51.66, Iyer ended as Madhya Pradesh’s leading scorer in the 2021–22 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
Venkatesh Iyer’s IPL and international journey
Iyer was bought by the KKR in the IPL auction in February 2021 before the 2021 Indian Premier League.
He made his IPL debut on September 20, 2021, the first day the IPL resumed in the United Arab Emirates against Royal Challengers Bangalore.
The Madhya Pradesh player became a vital member of the KKR team for the remainder of the competition, contributing to their run to the championship game by scoring 370 runs at an average of 41 and a strike rate of 129.
He scored 55 runs in the second qualifier earning player of the match honors and added another half-century in the championship game.
The Indore native was requested to remain in the UAE to join India’s 2021 ICC T20 World Cup squad as a net bowler. He was selected for India’s Twenty20 International (T20I) team for their series against New Zealand in November 2021.
On November 17, 2021, he played his first T20 International for India against New Zealand. In the series’ last game, he made his international bowling debut with figures of 3-0-12-1.
Iyer was named to India’s One Day International (ODI) team for their series against South Africa in December 2021. On January 19, 2022, he made his ODI debut for India against South Africa.
He was selected for the India T20I team’s series against the West Indies in January 2022. After a few months, in June, Iyer was named in India’s T20I squad to play against Ireland.
In the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Iyer played a pivotal role in leading his team, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), to victory and securing the IPL title. As a top-order batsman, Iyer was instrumental throughout the tournament, amassing a total of 370 runs.
His performance in the IPL 2024 final was particularly noteworthy and crucial to his team’s success. In the high-stakes match, he delivered an exceptional innings, scoring an unbeaten 52 off just 26 balls.
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Throughout the history of the NBA, there have been a number of father/son combinations that have told their own special story. From Joe and Kobe Bryant to Mychal and Klay Thompson to Bill and Luke Walton, but none of the duos have been given the opportunity that may be taking to the court for the 2024-25 season.
Whether it be on Wednesday, June 26, or the following evening, Bronny James, LeBron’s oldest son, will likely hear his name be called across the NBA Draft stage at the Barclays Center. In a draft class void of elite names that have highlighted previous drafts such as Victor Wembanyama or Zion Williamson, one name that has stood out more than any other of the potential sixty that will be called over the two-night event belongs to LeBron Raymone James Jr. better known simply as Bronny James. Should Bronny hear his name, he will be one step closer to creating history by playing in the NBA at the same time as his father, and possibly even on the same team.
Having lived under a microscope since birth as the oldest child of LeBron James, arguably the greatest basketball player to ever lace up a pair of sneakers, Bronny has had the eyes of the sports world on him since he picked up a basketball.
As a kid, the younger James found himself on national highlight reels from his youth basketball games. After playing one year of high school with Crossroads School in Santa Monica, California, James transferred to Sierra Canyon, a powerhouse prep school with a basketball roster that featured other elite-level talent.
At the end of his four-year high school career, James would be named a McDonald’s All-American and a member of the United States Nike Hoop Summit team, while earning a four-star ranking as a top thirty recruit for the next stage in his life, college.
Unfortunately for Bronny, his much-heralded arrival on the college scene with the USC Trojans would be put on the back burner as he suffered a cardiac arrest during a preseason practice that delayed his debut until December 10. Averaging just 4.8 (shooting 36%FG and 26% 3FG) 2.1 assists and 2.8 rebounds while starting six of twenty-five games,
Despite a less-than-spectacular freshman season, Bronny decided to test the waters of the NBA Draft and participated in the combine. While his measurements and game performance provided mixed results, Sparking interest from both the Phoenix Suns and the LA Lakers, Bronny made the decision to remain in the draft class rather than return to college for another season.
While many believe that Bronny is far from a lock for a first-round pick, his potential and lineage give some GMs hope that he will live up to the lofty standards set by his father, fans, and the media.
Yes Bronny has a strong basketball IQ and yes his defensive awareness is better than the average draft prospect, but his shooting consistency, next-level explosiveness, and athleticism remain in question. However the crux of the matter since day one: is James being fairly evaluated on his talent and ability to is it because of his last name? Is the pressure placed on Bronny by everyone around him to live up to the standard, or even a portion of it, that his father has set over the past two decades fair? No. And neither will the media circus that will undoubtedly follow him.
With Bronny James entering the draft, betting apps are buzzing with speculation about his landing spot. While the Lakers (picks 17 & 56) and Suns (pick 22) hold the cards, the odds are they’ll avoid a first-round pick with its guaranteed contract. The Lakers remain the betting favorite to use their late second-round pick (56th) on Bronny, but darkhorses like the rebuilding Atlanta Hawks or young Oklahoma City Thunder might offer a better environment for his development. The question remains: will Bronny be drafted for genuine need or become part of a marketing ploy, or even bait to lure his legendary father for a final championship run?
Regardless of where James ends up, the stories that will be told will create a moment that transcends the game itself. Blending legacy and potential, Bronny James’ NBA journey is going to be one of the most unique stories in history. For every parent who dreams that their child will follow in their footsteps, the James family will have the opportunity to share a moment together in front of thousands in attendance and millions on television, whether they wear the same or opposing uniforms that no other players in NBA history can claim.
Baseball, often hailed as America’s pastime, is steeped in a rich tradition and history that spans well over a century. Central to this history are intense rivalries that ignite passion in players and fans alike.
These rivalries are more than just annual matchups; they embody a deep-seated competition and a clash of cultures, showcasing the heart and soul of Major League Baseball. From historic battles to modern-day showdowns, the significance of these rivalries goes beyond the diamond, weaving into the very fabric of the sport.
Below, we will delve into the histories of five of the most famous MLB rivalries, exploring how they began, key moments that have defined them, and their impact on the legacy of baseball.
New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox
The New York Yankees’ and Boston Red Sox’s rivalry is among the most storied in Major League Baseball history. Dating back over a century, it was ignited by the 1919 sale of Babe Ruth from the Red Sox to the Yankees, an event believed to have started the “Curse of the Bambino.”
While the Yankees have earned 27 World Series titles, the Red Sox broke their 86-year championship drought with a historic comeback in the 2004 ALCS against the Yankees. This intense rivalry is marked by fierce competition on the field and high-stakes drama off it, captivating fans and shaping the sport’s landscape.
Keeping an eye on the Baseball Game Odds can provide an insightful edge for those interested in predicting the outcomes of these thrilling matchups.
Whether played at Yankee Stadium or Fenway Park, games between the Yankees and Red Sox are major events, drawing extensive media coverage and immense fan interest. As each season unfolds, the rivalry continues to be a compelling aspect of baseball, exemplifying the spirit and excitement of the sport.
Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals
Another well-known MLB rivalry involves two teams from the East Coast, but the greatest one is in the heartland. The competition between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Cubs extends beyond baseball.
This is a battle for supremacy between two cities separated by merely 300 miles. It’s often dubbed the Route 66 or I-55 rivalry, named after the highways that link them. Despite being in different states, with the Cubs based in Illinois and the Cardinals in Missouri, the most intense fan competition occurs in Illinois.
Most people support the Cubs (or White Sox) in northern Illinois, while southern Illinois leans towards the Cardinals. Many inhabitants of rural Illinois find themselves stuck in the middle of this rivalry, which reflects a broader competitive spirit between the two cities.
In the late 1800s, St. Louis was a prosperous port city on the Mississippi River and a crucial hub for westward trade, overshadowing Chicago. The city even inspired the Gateway Arch symbol. However, St. Louis made a critical error by dismissing railroads as a fad, betting instead on the perpetual importance of river trade.
Consequently, railroads were built through Chicago, leading to its rapid growth and economic dominance. By 1901, this shift was starkly highlighted when Chicago reversed the flow of the Chicago River to send its sewage down to St. Louis, further driving a wedge between the two cities.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Francisco Giants
The “Shot Heard ‘Round the World” in 1951 remains one of baseball’s most iconic moments, echoing the sport’s history. Clayton Kershaw’s impressive career 1.88 ERA against his team’s biggest rival continues haunting Bay Area fans.
The notorious 1965 altercation, in which Juan Marichal swung a bat at catcher Johnny Roseboro, underscores the fierce rivalry between these teams every time they meet.
The San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers rivalry marks its 133rd season this week. The rivalry remains thrilling as the two teams prepare to face each other for the first time in 2022, following a historic 2021 NL West race and their first postseason meeting in the modern era.
The Giants achieved a franchise record with 107 wins in a single season, yet the Dodgers emerged victorious in the postseason. This continues a pattern: no other professional sports rivalry is as evenly matched as this one.
New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies
The rivalry between the New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies is among the most engaging in Major League Baseball history. Stemming from their geographical and divisional proximity, this competition has delivered many unforgettable moments since the Mets joined the National League in 1962.
Both teams have had their dominant periods, intensifying the rivalry. Key highlights include the dramatic games of the 1980s and the high-stakes clashes of the late 2000s. Notably, in 2007 and 2008, the Mets’ collapses allowed the Phillies to capture the National League East title, heightening the tension.
The rivalry is further amplified by passionate fans whose fervent support creates a playoff-like atmosphere during regular-season games.
Detroit Tigers vs. Cleveland Guardians
The rivalry between the Detroit Tigers and the Cleveland Guardians, formerly the Cleveland Indians, is a storied and intense matchup in MLB history. Originating in the early 20th century, this rivalry has been marked by countless memorable moments and legendary players.
The rivalry has only intensified over time, from the early competitive play to heated encounters in the 1940s and 1950s featuring pitchers like Bob Feller and Hal Newhouser.
The 1990s saw another surge, with players like Kenny Lofton and Albert Belle for Cleveland and Travis Fryman and Cecil Fielder for Detroit. The 2007 tie-breaker game was a recent highlight, epitomizing the enduring competitive spirit between the two teams.
Conclusion
These five famous MLB rivalries illustrate the rich tapestry of competition that has shaped Major League Baseball. Each rivalry carries its unique history, characterized by monumental moments, legendary players, and passionate fan bases that elevate the sport to a theatrical level.
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