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Amir Khan's headline-grabbing real life including failed blackmail plot, public spats and big money deals

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It has been almost 18 years since a fresh faced teenager captured the attention of millions of Brits at the Athens Olympics.

Despite coming up just short with a silver medal, 17-year-old Amir Khan had made a name for himself at home and took the first step in what would become a remarkable career.

On Saturday night that run might finally come to a close as he faces off against Kell Brook at the AO Arena in Manchester. READ MORE: How to watch Amir Khan vs Kell Brook And, while his boxing run has had its ups and downs, 'King' will no doubt go down as one of Britain's most memorable fighters.

But, while he made headlines in the ring, Bolton-born Amir also made a splash outside of it. Amir and wife Faryal Makhdoom have featured in the papers just as much as any other celebrity couple, if not more.

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