Naomi Girma, the defensive powerhouse of the United States women’s national team, has been a crucial component of the team’s success in the run-up to the Olympic gold medal game. While the team’s forwards have garnered much of the spotlight, Girma’s consistent and reliable presence in the heart of the defense has been a driving
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In an intense and thrilling match, Serbia managed to come back from a 24-point deficit in the first half to beat Australia 95-90 in overtime. Led by Nikola Jokic with 21 points and 14 rebounds, Serbia showed incredible determination and resilience on their way to the semifinals. Bogdan Bogdanovic, who contributed 17 points for Serbia,
Noah Lyles has been adamant in his claim to the title of the “world’s fastest man” since last August. His conviction was solidified on Sunday night at the Stade de France, where he clinched his first Olympic gold medal in the 100-meter final. Lyles clocked a personal-best time of 9.784 seconds, narrowly edging out a
Julien Alfred made history by winning the women’s 100 meters final at the Tokyo Olympics, securing Saint Lucia’s first-ever Olympic medal. With an impeccable gun-to-tape performance, Alfred clocked in at 10.72 seconds, setting a new national record. Despite the challenging weather conditions and a soaked track, Alfred maintained her lead from start to finish, leaving
The Miami Dolphins made headlines by agreeing to a restructured contract with star wide receiver Tyreek Hill, solidifying his position as one of the highest-paid skill position players in the NFL. This new contract, valued at $90 million over the next three years, includes an impressive $65 million in guaranteed money. Despite no new years
The International Olympic Committee’s decision to allow two female boxers to compete at the Paris Olympics has sparked a heated gender controversy. Despite facing aggression due to an arbitrary decision, Algeria’s Imane Khelif and Taiwan’s Lin Yu-ting have been given the green light to participate in the Games. Khelif’s rapid victory over her opponent, Italy’s
In a recent class-action lawsuit filed by “Sunday Ticket” subscribers against the NFL, U.S. District Judge Philip Gutierrez criticized the jury for not following his instructions in determining damages. The judge expressed his concerns during the NFL’s post-trial motion, questioning the jury’s calculations and decision-making process. Gutierrez emphasized the importance of proving the reasonableness of
The NFL is making strides in modernizing the way line-to-gain measurements are conducted during games. Sony’s Hawk-Eye technology is set to revolutionize this aspect of the sport, potentially replacing the traditional chain gang method. NFL executive Gary Brantley has revealed plans to test the technology during preseason games, with the goal of full implementation in
The Atlanta Braves made a bold move by acquiring outfielder Jorge Soler and right-handed reliever Luke Jackson from the San Francisco Giants. This trade marked a reunion for two key players from the Braves’ World Series-winning team in 2021. In exchange for Soler and Jackson, the Giants received left-handed reliever Tyler Matzek and minor league
In the recent Olympic-opening game between Team USA and Serbia, coach Steve Kerr made a strategic decision to sit Jayson Tatum, a first-team All-NBA player and champion. Despite the inevitable focus on this move, Kerr addressed the situation head-on by meeting with Tatum before the game and engaging with the media. He clarified that Tatum