Liam Martin, the 27-year-old star forward for the Penrith Panthers, has announced his engagement to his partner, Chelsea Leary. The NRL player shared the joyful news on Instagram with a heartfelt post featuring pictures of the couple at a secluded beach. In
the images, Leary can be seen proudly displaying her diamond engagement ring, while both are seen smiling and celebrating the moment. Martin captioned the post with, “My favourite person ,” expressing his love and excitement for this new chapter in their lives.
The post quickly attracted messages of congratulations from fellow athletes and fans. Sydney Roosters player Angus Crichton, who recently became engaged himself, responded with a congratulatory message saying, “Yes Martini.” Penrith Panthers
teammate Nathan Cleary also chimed in, adding, “Congrats guys <3.” The heartwarming responses from their peers showcase the close-knit bond within the NRL community, with many celebrating Martin and Leary’s happy news.
While the exact timeline of their relationship remains private, it’s known that Martin first shared a post about Leary in September 2019. The two attended the Merv Cartwright Medal ceremony together, marking one of the first public appearances of their
relationship. Since then, the couple has remained relatively low-profile, with Martin often posting about his professional career and personal milestones. Their engagement marks
a new milestone in their relationship, and fans are eager to see what’s next for the couple as they move forward together.