NRL star Ryan Papenhuyzen cut a casual figure on Saturday as he stepped out with his new girlfriend Emma Mac.
The Melbourne Storm star, 26, is confirmed as a starter for the team’s Grand Final clash against the Penrith Panthers at Sydney’s ACCOR Stadium on Sunday.
And while he may be nervous before the big game, Ryan showed no signs of butterflies while taking a walk with his influencer girlfriend.
Ryan took advantage of the sunny October morning in Sydney and dressed in a white t-shirt and a pair of plain black gym shorts.
He also wore a backwards black baseball cap that kept his flowing blonde hair at bay.
She completed her walking ensemble with a pair of white sneakers and black and white striped socks.
Meanwhile, Emma had an equally sporty look in a pair of figure-hugging black tights that flaunted her perfectly toned pins.
Keen to add a little more wind protection to her ensemble, Emma also wore a khaki bomber jacket.
NRL star Ryan Papenhuyzen looked casual on Saturday as he stepped out with his new girlfriend Emma Mac.
Her outfit was completed with a pair of white sneakers and dark almond-shaped sunglasses.
Emma’s long, straight locks were let fall freely over her shoulders.
The lovebirds seemed happy to be in each other’s company, smiling as they walked down a tree-lined Sydney street.
Ryan debuted his new romance on social media, after confirming he was “off the market” earlier in the year.
The Melbourne Storm star showed no signs of nerves ahead of the NRL Grand Final as he went for a stroll with his influencer girlfriend.
The Melbourne Storm star is confirmed as a starter for the team’s Grand Final clash against the Penrith Panthers at Sydney’s ACCOR Stadium on Sunday.
The couple seemed happy to be in each other’s company, smiling as they walked down a tree-lined Sydney street.
The Melbourne Storm ace, originally from Sydney, first teased that he was “locked up” two months ago, bBut now it looks like he’s ready to share his love with the world.
On Monday, Ryan posted an image of himself alongside Sydney influencer Emma Mac with the caption “was pookie”.
The trendy TikToker, 21, also shared a photo of the pair at Ryan’s game on Saturday night, sending his followers into a frenzy.
‘You and dad. “OMG,” one user wrote below the post.
In June, Ryan let his relationship status slip while appearing on the Ausmerican Aces podcast with teammates Cameron Munster and Jahrome Hughes.
“Yes, guys, I’m not living as a single man anymore,” the 26-year-old defender announced.
‘Is that exclusive?’ Cameron and Jarome pressed, to which Ryan reluctantly responded: “It could be.”
Ryan was taking advantage of the sunny October morning in Sydney, wearing a plain white t-shirt and a pair of plain black shorts.
After Cameron and Jahrome encouraged him to rephrase so that his unnamed partner wasn’t “dirty,” Ryan repeated, “Yeah guys, I’m not living the single life anymore.”
“There are no launches yet, we are in very early stages,” he added.
When Munster and Hughes asked him about the mystery woman, Papenhuyzen remained tight-lipped.
“So you’re dating someone?” Cameron said, to which Ryan replied, “Yes.”
—Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane? -Jahrome questioned.
Meanwhile, Emma had an equally sporty look in a pair of figure-hugging black tights that flaunted her perfectly toned pins.
“It doesn’t matter,” Ryan replied.
Meanwhile, some fans admitted they were confused because they were under the impression Ryan was still dating Australian Diamonds and West Coast Fever netball star Kelsey Browne.
The sports couple separated in 2022 after three years together.
He was later linked to two-time Olympic swimming champion and world record holder Ariarne Titmus.
“I’m living under a rock, I thought my brother was still with Kelsey,” one user wrote.
“No because I thought he was still with Kelsey,” another added with a surprised emoji.
“Aww…loved Kelsey,” a third added.
Keen to add a little more wind protection to her ensemble, Emma also wore a khaki bomber jacket.
The couple seemed happy to be in each other’s company, smiling as they walked down a tree-lined Sydney street.
Perhaps that’s a testament to how calm the NRL player usually is about his love life.
It comes after Ryan’s new girlfriend Emma took to the social media platform last week to reveal she is moving to Melbourne for the new relationship.
The glamorous TikTok creator said she’s “so excited” but also “absolutely screwed” because she’s never lived away from home before.
‘I’m also moving house for the first time. “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 the ‘Get Ready With Me’ and ‘Fit Check’ videos since March 2023, was more direct in putting a label on it.
‘My most frequently asked question is: “Do I have a boyfriend?” In fact, I do and I’m more than happy,” Emma continued.
‘I can’t even explain it to you guys and he’s the reason I’m moving to Melbourne. I’m moving alone, but I’m moving to be closer to him. ‘
Ryan debuted his new romance on social media, posting a photo with Sydney influencer Emma Mac.
