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NRL superstar Ryan Papenhuyzen debuts glamorous Sydney influencer girlfriend...

As shocked fans question what happened to his lookalike sports star ex READ MORE: Channel Nine's Danika Mason and NRL star Liam Knight put on a loved-up display as they enjoy a stroll in Coogee after debuting their romance By Mikaela Wilkes For Daily Mail Australia Published: 03:32, 9 August 2024 | Updated: 03:46, 9 August 2024 e-mail View comments NRL star Ryan Papenhuyzen appears to have debuted his new romance on social media, after confirming he was 'off the market' earlier in the year. The Melbourne Storm ace — originally from Sydney — first teased that he was 'locked up' two months ago, b ut now it appears he is ready to share his love with the world. On Monday, Ryan posted an image of himself alongside Sydney influencer Emma Mac with the caption, 'pookie era'.



The fashion TikToker, 21, also shared a photo of the pair at Ryan's game on Saturday night, which sent followers into a frenzy. 'You and Pap. OMG,' one user wrote below the post.

In June, Ryan let slip his relationship status while appearing on the Ausmerican Aces podcast with teammates Cameron Munster and Jahrome Hughes. 'Yeah boys, I don't live the single life any more,' the 26-year-old fullback announced. 'Is that exclusive?' Cameron and Jarome pressed, to which Ryan responded reluctantly, 'Could be.

' NRL star Ryan Papenhuyzen appears to have debuted his new romance on social media, posting a photo with Sydney influencer Emma Mac (both pictured) After Cameron and Jahrome encouraged him to rephrase so his unidentified partner wouldn't be 'filthy', Ryan repeated: 'Yeah boys I don't live the single life anymore.' 'There's no launches yet, it's very early stages,' he added. When quizzed by Munster and Hughes about the mystery woman, Papenhuyzen remained tight-lipped.

'So you're seeing someone?' Cameron said, to which Ryan replied: 'Yes.' Emma is a 21-year-old fashion TikTok star who posts 'Get Ready With Me' and 'Fit Check' videos Back in June, Ryan let slip his relationship status while appearing on the Ausmerican Aces podcast, admitting he no longer lives 'the single life anymore' 'Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane?' Jahrome questioned. 'It doesn't matter,' Ryan replied.

Meanwhile, some fans admitted they were confused because they had been under the impression that Ryan was still dating Australian Diamonds and West Coast Fever netball star Kelsey Browne. The sporting pair split in 2022 after three years together. He was later linked to two-time Olympic swimming champion and world record holder Ariarne Titmus.

Some fans admitted they were confused because they had been under the impression that Ryan was still dating Australian Diamonds and West Coast Fever netball star Kelsey Browne. Pictured together at the 2019 Dally M Awards Read More Channel Seven hire controversial NRL star to present rugby league segment 'I'm living under a rock, thought bro was still with Kelsey,' one user wrote. 'Nah 'cause I thought he was still with Kelsey,' another added with a shocked emoji.

'Aww...

I loved Kelsey,' added a third. That's perhaps a testament to how quiet the NRL player typically is about his love life. It comes after Ryan's new girlfriend Emma took to the social media platform last week to reveal that she is moving to Melbourne for the new relationship.

The glamorous TikTok creator said that she's 'so excited' but also 'absolutely s***ting it' because she's never lived out of home before. Ryan's new girlfriend Emma (left) took to the social media platform last week to reveal that she is moving to Melbourne for the new relationship. Right: Ryan's ex Kelsey Browne Several fans took to the comments about Ryan's previous relationship with Kelsey 'I'm also moving out of home for the first time ever.

I'm going to get a little apartment in Melbourne,' Emma said. The social media star, who has amassed an engaged audience of over 850,000 with 'Get Ready With Me' and 'Fit Check' videos since March 2023, was more direct about putting a label on it. 'My most frequently asked question is, "Do I have a boyfriend?" I actually do, and I'm so beyond happy,' Emma continued.

'I can't even explain it to you guys and he is the reason I'm moving to Melbourne. I'm moving in by myself, but I'm moving to be closer to him. ' The social media star, who has amassed an engaged audience of over 850,000 since March 2023, was more direct about putting a label on her relationship with the footy player ‍ NRL Sydney Melbourne Storm Share or comment on this article: NRL superstar Ryan Papenhuyzen debuts glamorous Sydney influencer girlfriend.

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