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LISBON, Portugal - Portugal and Real Madrid soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed Tuesday he has broken up with his longtime girlfriend, Russian model Irina Shayk.After dating for five years, my relationship with Irina Shayk has come to an end, Ronaldo said in a written statement sent exclusively to The Associated Press. We believed it would be best for both of us to take this step now.Ronaldo said he was making the statement to end speculation about their relationship, and to end recent rumours about his private life. He did not specify the rumours, but media in Portugal have reported that Shayk fell out with members of Ronaldos family, and that he was seeing another woman.I wish Irina the greatest happiness, Ronaldo said.He gave no further details in the brief statement.The couple, both 29, has had huge international success, and their relationship has featured in newspapers and magazines worldwide. They were not believed to be living together, as Ronaldo was based in the Spanish capital while Shayk travelled extensively.Ronaldo recently picked up the Ballon dOr after being voted the worlds best player, but Shayk did not accompany him to the ceremony in Zurich. Her absence triggered rumours that their relationship was over. The couple remained silent despite days of intense media speculation.Ronaldo retained footballs highest individual honour after scoring 61 goals last year. His record tally of 17 in a Champions League season helped Madrid win an unprecedented 10th European Cup title.Born in the Portuguese island of Madeira, Ronaldo played as a teenager for Sporting Lisbon before moving to Manchester United in 2003. He transferred to Real Madrid in 2009, building his reputation and his wealth through endorsements and sponsorships. He has millions of followers on social media.Ronaldo has a 4-year-old son, called Cristiano Junior, but he has never disclosed the mothers identity.Shayk won international fame as a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, and a lingerie model. She made her acting debut last year opposite Dwayne The Rock Johnson in the film Hercules. China NFL Jerseys . "Last year we were in a ton of situations, late-game situations we couldnt pull out. Wed kind of fold under the pressure, get frustrated or let a big shot frustrate us," guard DeMar DeRozan said. Stitched NFL Jerseys . He had spent 16 days on the disabled list before being activated Thursday. He was batting just .203 when he came to bat in the 11th inning on Sunday. http://www.cheapnfljerseyschinateam.com/ . The first baseman hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth inning to lead the Mets to a thrilling come-from-behind 3-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. Authentic NFL Jerseys . 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And the opening clash of the night will be between two former Lakeside winners, Jelle Klaasen and Steve Beaton.Dutch ace Klaasen, the 2006 BDO champion, stunned Taylor before going on to reach semi-finals at World Darts Championship earlier this season as well as reaching the last 16 of The Masters. WATCH: Lewis-Price row Adrian Lewis sparked a verbal battle with Gerwyn Price His opponent Beaton, otherwise known as the Bronzed Adonis, is a former world No 1. He won the BDO title in 1996 and is currently enjoying something of a renaissance in darting circles. The 52-year-old will look to get one over his younger opponent.Van Barneveld is aiming to return to the final for the first time in six years and opens his account against The History Maker Dolan. Phil Taylor is a 15-time World Matchplay champion Then The Power takes to the stage against Liverpools former Lakeside runneer-up Green.ddddddddddddTaylor hit the first live televised nine-dart finish against Chris Mason in the quarter finals of the 2002 World Matchplay and he will be hoping to produce some magic arrows on Monday night. Im still magic! Simon Whitlock vows to thrill on his Sky Sports return at the World Matchplay Whitlock faces youngster Smith in the final match of the night. The Wizard is a two-time semi-finalist in Blackpool and has warned his rivals that hes ready to roll back the clock and re-establish himself as an elite thrower.But he faces stiff opposition in 25-year-old Smith, who is currently ranked No 8 in the world despite suffering a disappointing debut season in the Premier League, where he finished rock bottom.You can follow all the action across our digital platforms and on Sky Sports every night this week through to the final on Sunday July 24 #LoveTheDartsBy purchasing a Sky Sports Day Pass for £6.99 or Sky Sports Week Pass for £10.99, you can enjoy access to all seven Sky Sports channels and watch on a TV with a NOW TV Box or on a range of devices. Also See: Wade beaten in Blackpool WATCH: Lewis-Price row MVG starts with 10-0 win WATCH: Freddie calls MVGs nine-darter World Matchplay Draw/Schedule Look back on day two of the World Matchplay ' ' '