Peter Crouch ‘Flirted’ By Top Sports Star, Abbey Clancy Reveals
Abbey Clancy recently made headlines during a podcast episode of The Therapy Crouch, co-hosted with her husband, Peter Crouch. The couple discussed a memorable trip to the United Arab Emirates where a playful moment regarding a world-class tennis star surfaced.
Flirtation Rumors Sparked in Dubai
During their stay, the duo participated in the prestigious World Sports Summit held at Madinat Jumeirah in December 2025. This exclusive event focused on inspiring the future of sports and attracted prominent figures from various athletic fields.
While in Dubai, they attended a much-anticipated “Battle of the Sexes” tennis match, featuring Belarusian world number one Aryna Sabalenka and Australian player Nick Kyrgios. Clancy, proud of their daughter Sophia, revealed that she got the chance to meet her tennis idol, Sabalenka.
Abbey humorously accused Sabalenka of flirting with Peter during this trip. She teased, “She was flirting with you, wasn’t she?” Peter joined in on the joke but dismissed any serious implications, clarifying that the interaction was innocent.
Abbey’s 40th Birthday Celebration
In addition to the Dubai trip, Abbey recently celebrated her 40th birthday in Paris, a surprise organized by Peter. The celebration, held on January 10, included friends and family members from around the world, making the occasion truly special.
- Abbey expressed her gratitude through social media, sharing photos from the gathering.
- Notable friends like Carol Vorderman and Denise van Outen sent their birthday wishes publicly.
- Holly Willoughby also celebrated with Abbey, noting the coincidence of their birthdays falling a month apart.
An Unexpected Injury
Amid all the festivities, Abbey faced an unfortunate incident involving an injury. While hugging a friend, her acrylic nail bent back and came off, causing significant pain and bleeding. Following the injury, she was treated in a hospital, where a doctor managed her pain effectively.
Abbey’s candid recounting of both the fun and the mishaps of her recent experiences adds a relatable touch to her public persona. Fans can catch more insights from Abbey and Peter on Michael McIntyre’s Big Show, airing on BBC One.