Author: Mikesportz
Roger Federer gifts Rolex watches to John McEnroe and Bjorn Borg in their final Laver Cup as captains. Since the first edition in 2017, Borg and McEnroe have led Team Europe and Team World, rekindling their intense rivalry from their playing careers. The two players had one of the most memorable rivalries in history, facing each other 14 times between 1978 and 1981, often described as “Fire and Ice,” due to McEnroe’s explosive personality versus Borg’s cool and emotionless demeanor on the court. A few months ago, it was announced that this would be their final year as captains. From…
On this day in Boston Celtics history, the storied franchise debuted their highly-regarded new prospect drafted the summer prior out of Indiana State, a Hick from French Lick, Indiana — Larry Bird. Larry Legend’s first game in the NBA came against the Houston Rockets, and fittingly happened to also be the night of the first-ever recorded 3-point field goal in league history as Celtics shooting guard Chris Ford connected from deep in Bird’s debut. Bird, a native of West Baden Springs, Indiana, grew up in nearby French Lick (thus the nickname), and played collegiately briefly at Indiana University before transferring…
Jannik Sinner improved his already-stellar 2024 campaign by delivering a clinical performance to defeat Novak Djokovic in the final of the Shanghai Masters Jannik Sinner becomes first player to achieve remarkable feat against Novak Djokovic with Shanghai win
Where is Sha’Carri Richardson? Olympic star resurfaces with endearing photo and inspiration from her grandmother’s museum Sha’Carri Richardson made a return to public visibility by sharing an inspiration post on her Instagram stories. Since the official end of the 2024 athletics season, Paris Olympics star Sha’Carri Richardson has been somewhat off media radar, leaving her die-hard fans asking questions just to get a glimpse of their icon
Aaron Rodgers reportedly doesn’t mind that the New York Jets may become more committed to the running game under interim coach Jeff Ulbrich. Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reported Sunday that Ulbrich, who is taking over for the fired Robert Saleh, plans on focusing more on the rushing attack. “Aaron Rodgers, he is fully on board with this,” Glazer added. While there may have been a time in his career that the 40-year-old quarterback would have taken issue with relying more on the running game instead of the passing one, it may be exactly what the Jets need at this…
Ouch! Zlatan Ibrahimovic reveals gruesome head injury as former AC Milan & Man Utd striker shrugs off nasty cut as ‘part of the game’ Z. IbrahimovicAC MilanManchester UnitedSerie A Zlatan Ibrahimovic has suffered a gruesome head injury, but the ex-AC Milan and Manchester United considers battle scars to be “part of the game”. WHAT HAPPENED? The enigmatic Swede is still putting his body on the line despite retiring from professional football in June 2023. He hung up his boots at 41 years of age, with inspiration being offered to the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo – who is still going strong…
ABC refused to renew contracts for Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar for “The View” in March 2024 because they were “toxic.” On March 15, 2024, the SpaceXMania.com website published an article positing that ABC chose to not renew contracts for “The View” hosts Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar because they were “toxic”: In a surprising turn of events that has reverberated through the corridors of daytime television, ABC has announced that it will not be renewing the contracts of Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar, two of the most recognizable faces on “The View.” The decision marks the end of an…
NINER NATION STEPS UP TO HELP IN HURRICANE RELIEF EFFORTS Niners from all across the country have come together to help the Bulldogs, Mountaineers and Catamounts recover from the storm’s wrath. “I am grateful to everyone who has given their time and resources generously to help our sister institutions,” said Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber.” Our faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends never fail to demonstrate that Niners will always show up to help each other and their neighbors. I am proud to be part of such a strong, supportive community.” HELPING OUR SISTER INSTITUTIONS Giving generously: The Niners Care: Hurricane…
The race to finish the WTA season as the world’s top-ranked player is heating up, with Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Świątek locked in a fierce battle for the year-end No. 1 ranking. The WTA Finals, set to take place in Cancun, Mexico, will be the decisive stage where both players have a chance to claim the coveted spot. Sabalenka currently holds the No. 1 position, but Świątek is close behind, having had another stellar season with titles at Roland Garros and four other WTA events. Sabalenka, who captured her first Grand Slam at the Australian Open, will need to perform…
As the NBA 2024 season approaches, the Golden State Warriors are gearing up for another title run, with Stephen Curry once again at the center of their plans. After a mixed 2023 season, which saw the Warriors exit the playoffs in the second round, Curry is more determined than ever to lead the team back to championship contention. Known for his unparalleled shooting ability and leadership on the court, Curry has already been in intense pre-season training, setting the tone for the rest of the squad. Curry, now 36, continues to defy expectations, maintaining his status as one of the…