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Michael Jordan Was Deeply “Hurt” by Those Linking His Gambling to Father’s Death, Says Close Friend
Jared Jeffries, a former teammate and longtime friend of Michael Jordan, is pushing back on one of the most persistent rumors about the Chicago Bulls legend, that his gambling played a role in his 1993 retirement and in his father’s murder. Jeffries made the comments on Gil’s Arena, the podcast hosted by Gilbert Arenas, his […] The post Michael Jordan Was Deeply “Hurt” by Those Linking His Gambling to Father’s Death, Says Close Friend appeared first on EssentiallySports.
“We’re Pretty Talented”: Molly Miller Makes Honest Admission as Arizona State Sends Early Warning
After watching Arizona State dismantle Jackson State 84-41 in its season opener, Molly Miller has reason to be excited about what lies ahead. The head coach, however, refuses to get carried away, and she has sent that same warning to her team. With a more talented roster than she had last season, Miller is already […] The post “We’re Pretty Talented”: Molly Miller Makes Honest Admission as Arizona State Sends Early Warning appeared first on EssentiallySports.
“I Only Watch Football Now”—NASCAR Veteran Unpacks Polarizing Fan Backlash Over Championship Points Overhaul
A championship is supposed to reward the driver who delivers when the pressure is highest. But what happens when the format designed to create that pressure leaves some fans questioning whether the best driver is actually being rewarded? NASCAR has spent years trying to strike that balance, moving between season-long consistency and postseason drama, without […] The post “I Only Watch Football Now”—NASCAR Veteran Unpacks Polarizing Fan Backlash Over Championship Points Overhaul appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Dana White Gives Green Light to Justin Gaethje vs. Alexander Volkanovski Superfight
Could another “Champ vs. Champ” superfight be on the horizon? Three years after Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev collided at UFC 294, Dana White and the UFC appear open to exploring a potential showdown between Volkanovski and Justin Gaethje. “That’s a good question,” White remarked when Jim Rome asked about the probability of Volkanovski vs. […] The post Dana White Gives Green Light to Justin Gaethje vs. Alexander Volkanovski Superfight appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Golden State Valkyries Championship Parade Draws an Estimated 400,000 Fans in San Francisco
Just two years ago, it seemed unfathomable that 400,000 people would turn up for a victory parade celebrating a women’s team. Yet, this is precisely what was on show in the Bay Area on Wednesday, as the Golden State Valkyries’ championship parade made its way from the Ferry Building to King and 2nd Street in […] The post Golden State Valkyries Championship Parade Draws an Estimated 400,000 Fans in San Francisco appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Fenerbahce thwart Liverpool and Arsenal pushed in Prague: Football Weekly – podcast
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Jonathan Liew as Liverpool lose for the first time in the Champions League this season and Manchester City and Arsenal escape with narrow winsRate, review, share on Apple Podcasts and join the conversation on email.On the podcast today: defeat for Liverpool in Turkey with Dirk Kuyt’s Fenerbache winning by the odd goal in five. Manchester City are tested by RB Leipzig but the game was ultimately settled by a beautiful sweeping move finished off by Erling Haaland. Continue reading...
Cristiano Ronaldo calls time on Portugal career after 234 caps and 146 goals
Player says that he will ‘hand back the No 7 shirt’Ronaldo ended up falling out with Jorge JesusCristiano Ronaldo has announced that he will not play for Portugal any more, ending an international career that spanned six World Cups and included a European title and the men’s all-time scoring record.The announcement marked the end of a lauded career that began more than two decades ago before Euro 2004 and finished with him walking out on the national team after falling out with coach Jorge Jesus. Continue reading...
Fifa wants to restrict women’s Olympic football to under-23s in controversial move
IOC open to dialogue and Fifa wants input from othersFifa concerned about fixture congestion and workload Fifa wants the International Olympic Committee to restrict the women’s Olympic football tournament to under-23s owing to concerns over fixture congestion and the workload of senior players.The eligibility criteria for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles has been set, with qualification tournaments having begun in some regions, so no change can be made until Brisbane 2032 at the earliest, but sources at both organisations have told the Guardian that they are open to dialogue. Continue reading...
‘In our veins’: Arsenal pushed by pain of Champions League final defeat, says Raya
‘On us to make it better this year,’ goalkeeper admitsHe credits self-belief as key to making decisive savesDavid Raya has said Arsenal are using the pain of losing on penalties against Paris Saint-Germain in last year’s Champions League final to “make it better this year”.The Spain goalkeeper produced an outstanding save to help Arsenal hold off Slavia Prague on Wednesday as Mikel Arteta’s side moved up to third in the league standings with 10 points from four matches. Continue reading...
Patriots QB Drake Maye Talks Impact Of 'Legend' Tom Brady Calling Week 9 Game
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye expressed what it means to have franchise icon Tom Brady call their Week 9 game.
How to Watch Chattanooga vs. Penn State: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time
Chattanooga vs. Penn State tips off Thursday, Nov. 5, at 6 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network. Get the FOX One streaming info and players to watch for this game in University Park.
Miami Or Notre Dame? Can Utah Improve To 9-0 Vs. BYU? Klatt's Week 10 Picks
FOX Sports' Joel Klatt makes his picks ahead of a loaded top-25 Week 10 slate.
