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Son of British heavyweight legend signs for Arsenal as he follows in dad and brother's sporting footsteps

Son of British heavyweight legend signs for Arsenal as he follows in dad and brother's sporting footsteps

The Sun3 days ago
DAVID HAYE'S sporting legacy is showing no sign of slowing down after his 11-year-old son Kingston Haye joined Arsenal's academy.
Kingston, a rising star, joins Arsenal from Sutton, where he had been turning heads with his impressive performances on the pitch.
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As a midfielder he has already caught the attention of scouts, many of whom are predicting a bright future for the 11-year-old.
Kingston's technical ability, vision and ball control have earned him a reputation as one of the most promising talents around, which has now led to his move to North London.
His ability to dictate play from the middle of the park has drawn comparisons to some of the top young footballers in Europe and Arsenal's faith in his potential has been rewarded with a junior contract.
Haye's eldest son Cassius Haye is also making a name for himself at tennis.
At just 17 years old, Cassius has been making waves on the junior circuit, competing internationally and impressing coaches and fans alike with his raw talent and competitive spirit.
His powerful serve, quick footwork, and aggressive playing style have drawn comparisons to the greats of the sport.
But it's not just his on-court skills that impress — Cassius also possesses the mental toughness that has been a hallmark of his father's career.
Haye Snr won the WBA heavyweight belt in 2009 when he beat the giant 7ft Russian Nikolai Valuev.
His success was built on physical prowess and mental fortitude, and it seems that Cassius and Kingston are carrying that same drive into their respective careers.
Arsenal CONFIRM £63.5million Viktor Gyokeres transfer as striker takes iconic No14 made famous by Thierry Henry
The children are determined to blaze their own trail and there's no doubt their father's legacy continues to inspire him.
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