Katie Taylor's public split from 'estranged' father and dating rumours
Irish boxing superstar Katie Taylor has publicly ended her relationship with her father, Pete Taylor.
The news comes after months of speculation about a rift between the pair, with Pete Taylor having been notably absent from his daughter's recent fights.
In a statement released on social media, Katie Taylor said that she had made the "difficult decision" to end her relationship with her father, adding that the decision had "not been taken lightly".
She did not give any specific reasons for the split, but said that she was "saddened" by the situation.
The split comes at a difficult time for Katie Taylor, who is currently preparing for a world title fight against Amanda Serrano.
It is not known whether the split will have any impact on her training or her performance in the fight.
Pete Taylor has been a controversial figure in Irish boxing for many years. He has been accused of being too controlling of his daughter's career and of verbally abusing her.
In 2018, he was banned from attending Katie Taylor's fights after he was found to have made homophobic comments.
Katie Taylor's public split from her father has sparked rumours that she is dating her coach, Ross Enamait.
The rumours began after the pair were spotted holding hands at a recent boxing event.
However, there is no confirmation that the pair are in a relationship.
Katie Taylor is one of the most successful boxers in history, having won multiple world titles and an Olympic gold medal.
She is also a role model for young people around the world.
Her public split from her father is a reminder that even the most successful people can have personal problems.
It is also a reminder that it is important to speak out if you are experiencing abuse.
