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[WATCH] Simone Biles Breaks Olympic Medal Record

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Simone Biles has once again etched her name into the annals of Olympic history. With her latest triumph at the 2024 Paris Games, Biles has become the most decorated U.S. gymnast in Olympic history, solidifying her legacy as a true icon of the sport.

At 27, Biles clinched her eighth Olympic medal on Tuesday night, leading her team to victory in the team final alongside teammates Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, and Hezly Rivera. Their stellar performance secured the gold, propelling Biles past the previous record-holder, Shannon Miller, who had garnered seven medals during the 1992 Barcelona and 1996 Atlanta Games.

This achievement adds to Biles’ already impressive tally of 38 medals across the Olympics and World Championships, a record that surpasses both male and female gymnasts. Despite this monumental accomplishment, Biles remains remarkably humble and focused on her love for the sport.

In a post-victory press conference, Biles reflected on her new record with characteristic nonchalance. “Honestly, I would have had to Google that,” she admitted to reporters, including those from People. “I don’t keep count, I don’t keep stats. I just go out here and do what I’m supposed to and I’m doing what I love and enjoying it, so that’s really all that matters to me.”

Biles’ grounded perspective underscores her dedication and passion for gymnastics. “Yes, it’s amazing, now that I hear it, but I don’t think I’ll truly understand the depth of it until I walk away from the sport,” she added, emphasizing that her focus remains on the present and her love for competing.

This latest gold medal marks Biles’ fifth in Olympic competition, adding to her collection of one silver and two bronze medals. Her achievements not only highlight her extraordinary talent and hard work but also inspire countless athletes around the world.

As Simone Biles continues to make history, her legacy will undoubtedly be remembered for generations. Her journey serves as a testament to the power of perseverance, passion, and a love for the sport that transcends records and accolades.

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SOURCE SPORTS: [WATCH] Jazz Chisholm Jr. Blasts 2 HRs Following Yankees Weekend Trade, One With Aaron Judge’s Bat

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It didn’t take long for the recent Yankees trade acquisition of former Miami Marlins All-Star Jazz Chisholm Jr. to yield results for the Bronx Bombers when Chisholm belted two homers yesterday against the NL East leaders, the Philadelphia Phillies. The double boomers were Chisholm’s first dingers as a Yankee. Some say the secret is he used Aaron Judge’s bat.

Jazz picked up his first hit and first stolen base as a Yankee on Sunday against the Red Sox just hours after being traded from the Marlins to the Yankees on Saturday. Chisholm hit his first dinger in pinstripes against Phillies Zack Wheeler and hit the second against Garret Stubbs. The latter was belted with some help from Aaron Judge’s bat.

Monday’s homers are his 14th and 15th of the season. He hit .249/.323/.407 with 22 steals in 101 games with the Marlins before the trade.

It should be mentioned Chisholm made his first career start at third base Monday. His two primary positions are second base and center field, but the Yankees are set there with Gleyber Torres and Aaron Judge, so Chisholm is giving third base a try. He started a slick 5-4-3 double play in his first chance at the hot corner.

“I mean, I went out there and played center field for the first time last year and I felt like it was pretty difficult at first,” Chisholm said about playing third base. “But I just feel like I could go and play anywhere and help my team win. For me, it’s just going somewhere — especially a winning team — and they’re asking me to go somewhere to help them win? I’m definitely gonna go out there and do it.”

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SOURCE SPORTS: MJBL Classic/Black World Series Begins In The Nation’s Capital This Week

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The Metropolitan Junior Baseball League (MJBL) is presenting its 33rd annual championships competition Tuesday, July 30 through Sunday, August 4, with the 20th Annual Bobby Bonds Memorial Symposium on the opening afternoon. Richmond has been the host city since 2018. The symposium will be held at the Congressional Auditorium in Washington, DC, hosted by Rep. Jennifer McClellan (VA-04).

Some high-powered professionals will be panelists, including Paxton Baker, Washington Nationals minority owner; Howard University professor Ricky Clemons, former Major League Baseball (MLB) VP for the National League; Sonja Stills, Commissioner of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference; David James, VP Baseball and Softball Development for MLB, Jarvis Stewart, founding partner of the Washington Nationals, and former MLB player and manager Dusty Baker with opening remarks via zoom. It is a
panel-driven think tank addressing issues that plague youth in inner-city communities and how the game of baseball and education help alleviate some of the problems. This year’s topic is Reconnecting Baseball to the African American Community.

The symposium spans two decades when MJBL presented a proposal to MLB with the concept that Historically Black Colleges and Universities could play an integral role in reversing the decline of African American participation in the game. Corey Nicholson, MJBL board chairman, said “When MLB rejected our initial proposal, Bud Selig was MLB commissioner. Robert Manfred is the commissioner now and under his leadership, he’s made some commendable strides for inclusion, highlighted by the recently incorporating the Negro Leagues stats into the MLB record books. I believe he realizes the value of the sustained 20-year initiative and will incorporate some of our recommendations we present at Capitol Hill.” Nicholson and Mansfred are Harvard Law School alumni, which may contribute to Nicholson’s optimism.

On Wednesday, a skills showcase, the Mike Berry Homerun Derby, the Opening Ceremony and pool play games highlight the day. The showcase is a baseball skills display and runs from 10 am to 12 noon at Highland Springs High School. The featured game between the Richmond MJBL All Stars and the
Freedom Farm All Stars from Nassau Bahamas, 19-under, will start at 7 pm at the Diamond, the home of the San Francisco Giants double-A affiliate, the Richmond Flying Squirrels.

Pool play games will involve six divisions, 10-under, 12-under, 14-under, 16-under, 19-under and a women’s 18u softball championship. Some states involved in the championships include Virginia, Connecticut, Flordia, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina and Washington, DC. On Saturday, championship games will be played in the 10-under, 12-under, 14-under competitions. The 16-
under, 19-under and women’s championships will end this year’s extravaganza on Sunday. The Ken Free Most Valuable Player Classic Scholarship will be awarded to the top 19-under player. The Charles “Pee Wee” Robinson Award will be presented to a 12-under or 10-under division participant. All registered players receive a free pass to nearby Kings Dominion Theme Park.

MJBL was founded in 1966 by Dr. William M.T. Forrester, the late father of current Executive Director William “Bill” Forrester. The league was established in Richmond during segregation when Black youngsters had limited opportunities to participate in organized baseball. While open to everyone, MJBL remains the only national youth league geared toward inner-city Black athletes. Forrester recently
released the book Black World Series, chronicling the amazing MJBL journey. Nicholson and other MJBL supporters believe this year’s event builds on the organization’s illustrious history.

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SOURCE SPORTS: MLB Pitcher Reyes Moronta Dies In Motorcycle Accident In Dominican Republic

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Several reports have confirmed that Major League Baseball pitcherth Reyes Moronta passed away this morning in a motorcycle accident in his native Dominican Republic. Moronta was 31 years old.

One of Moronta’s former teams in the Dominican Republic, Aguilas Cibaenas, first announced his passing via their social media account.

“We profoundly regret the unexpected death of pitcher Reyes Moronta, who died yesterday.”

Moronta was riding a motorcycle in the Villa Gonzalez community, in the northern part of his home country, on Sunday night when the accident occurred.

“The Aguilas board, the baseball operations department and players share the pain with his family, and we pray for his eternal rest,” the team said.

The right hander piutched for four different teams over the span of seven seasons, however, his strongest performance on the mound was for the SanFrancisco Giants from 2017 to 2023. Moronta was one of the Goants’ top relief pitchers in 2018, striking out 149 batters in a combined 125 relief appearances with a 2.66 ERA.

Reyes suffered a shoulder injury the next year, which sat him out the entire 2020 season before returning to San Francisco the following year. He posted a 3.05 total ERA in 177 career games with the Giants, the L.A. Dodgers, the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Angels, where he pitched two games last season before signing earlier this year with Mexico’s Bravos De Leon.

De Leon let Moronta go last week.

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Kordell Beckham, Brother to NFL Star Odell Beckham Jr. Just Won ‘Love Island’ USA

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“Love Island USA” has crowned its latest champions. One of them is related to pretty famous athlete. Bet you didn’t have that on your bingo card.

ICYMI, Love Island USA contestants Kordell Beckham and Serena Page emerged victorious on Sunday, securing the $100,000 prize after being voted the fan-favorite couple of the season. That name sound familiar? That’s because Kordell’s older brother, is NFL star Odell Beckham Jr., who expressed his approval of the new couple.

During the July 18 episode, he FaceTimed in to Love Island USA to congratulate the couple and offer his blessing.

Get this, Odell, who has been following the season closely, was introduced to Serena during the call and noted the instant connection between her and Kordell. He reminisced about their matching green outfits when they first arrived on the island, saying: 

“The green and green, boom! Y’all just got matched together. I felt that, I’m telling you.”

As you would expect, Odell Jr. shared that he had been receiving constant messages about his “lil bro” from people eager to know his thoughts on the show. He found the attention amusing and praised Serena, calling her a “great partner” for Kordell.

Reflecting on love, here’s how Odell commented on the subject: 

“Love is the most powerful thing that we have. Nothing better than just laughing with your person. I just feel like life’s all about enjoying the moments.”

The football star added he extended an invitation to Hard Rock Stadium. “I don’t know how hot it is down there, but Miami’s kind of hot so y’all get ready to come to these games,” he told the couple.

Miami could be a convenient meeting spot for Kordell and Serena, who plan to split their winnings. That’s sweet of them to play nice with the money.  

Both hail from Houston, though Kordell, an aircraft fueler, currently resides in Dallas, while Serena, a media planner, is based in Los Angeles.

What’s even sweeter, Kordell expressed his delight at his brother’s enthusiasm for his new relationship. “My brother is very supportive,” he shared with E! News. “We talk damn near every day.”

Super cute. Hopefully it lasts. 

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SEE IT: Team USA Basketball’s Favorite Artists During Pre-Game Warm Ups

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Let’s get right to it. FIBA, the International Basketball Federation asked some of Team USA Basketball’s star players who were their favorite artists to listen to during pre-games. Here’s how some of the squad replied:

The exact question was, “Who’s your favorite artist to listen to during pre-gram warmups?” 

So we have who said what – those who were interviewed and how they answered:

Kevin Durant: Drake

Stephen Curry: Lecrae

Jason Tatum: Drake, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z

Anthony Edwards: bdifferent

Devin Booker: Drake, Jay-Z, Kanye West

Derrick White: J. Cole

Jrue Holiday: “Nah, not really” – yes he said that. Somebody trolling or being diplomatic. What ya’ll think?

Interesting, who they chose. Definitely a recurring theme when it came to Drizzy and Jay. 

Here’s the receipts to see for yourself. Organic and relatable if you ask us. 

Go Team USA!

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Flavor Flav Hypes Up US Women’s Water Polo Hopes at Fourth Gold Medal

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Flavor Flav and Olympic women’s water polo – was not on our bingo card, but the notion is making waves at the Games. The 65-year-old rapper from Public Enemy fame, has taken on the role of official hype man for the U.S. water polo teams after three-time gold medalist Maggie Steffens reached out on social media seeking financial support, highlighting the fact that many Olympians self-fund their journeys.

The press conference moderator introduced Flav with, “Welcome to an Olympics first: A Flavor Flav press conference.” If you’re not laughing at that, then something’s wrong.

But more importantly, Steffens reflected on her decision to seek public support: 

“I’ve been really empowered by other women in sports to use your voice, which can be a little scary at times,” she said. “I was calling for people to know my teammates and encouraging them to follow some of the more niche sports this Olympics, especially women’s sports. And if it’s not water polo, rugby or fencing, just to give those women, those teams, a chance.”

“Flavor Flav saw that and something about it sparked his interest,” Steffens went on to say. “He has really opened the door for people to learn about our team and different communities, different people who would have never heard of water polo. And that’s exactly what sports like us need. He’s been really great at shining any light back on us, and we look forward to having him here in Paris and just keeping that positive energy going.”

Get this intro, on Friday morning, Flav—born William Jonathan Drayton Jr.—introduced himself to reporters with his usual flair, saying, “This is an honor, and this is a pleasure and a perfect measure − and I’m gonna keep this memory as a perfect treasure.”

As you might think, Flav has no prior connection to water polo, but he expressed his athletic background: “Back in the day, growing up, I was one hell of an athlete,” he claimed, having played neighborhood baseball, basketball, and football. Fact-checking for this statement was unavailable. Okay, hmm, we will take his word for it. 

“I recently got in the pool and got to learn how difficult that water polo is,” said Flav, who donned a Team USA jersey, water polo cap, and his signature clock necklace (in a waterproof version). “I was in the water for seven minutes, treading water for seven minutes, boy that was the hardest seven minutes of my life! But the girls said I did good.”

Listen, he even scored a goal on Ashleigh Johnson, widely regarded as the best water polo goalie in the world. I mean one, that’s crazy and you gotta love it. 

Admitting he knew little about water polo before becoming a sponsor, Flav has since signed a five-year contract with U.S. water polo. Although details of the agreement remain undisclosed, he is fully committed. Flav is dedicated to promoting the team beyond the Olympics. “Right now I count three stars on my cap,” he said, referencing the U.S. women’s last three gold medals. “I want to see a fourth.”

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Coordinated Arson Attacks Hit French Railways Right Before Paris Olympics Opening Ceremonies

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Whelp, the 2024 Paris Olympics is starting off, well, in flames. In a series of coordinated arson attacks early Friday, France’s sophisticated high-speed rail network was targeted. The arson caused massive disruptions for about 800,000 travelers heading to Paris, including athletes en route to the Olympic Games’ opening ceremony. In other words, this a big deal.

The fires, discovered before dawn, disrupted three major lines. Another attempt in Vergigny in the south was held off by brave rail agents who managed to scare off the suspects.

Get this, although this cause serious chaos, thankfully there were no injuries reported. 

Luckily, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo assured that the damage would not impede the ceremony, where 7,000 Olympic athletes were scheduled to sail down the Seine past landmarks like Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, and the Musee d’Orsay. 

Authorities have not publicly speculated on the perpetrators’ identities or motives, nor have they confirmed any direct link to the Olympics. 

The CEO of SNCF, the national railway company, Jean-Pierre Farandou, noted that the attacks were designed to maximize disruption. He said: 

“The places were especially chosen to have the most serious impact, since each fire cut off two lines.” He estimated the number of affected travelers at 800,000, adding, “The evidence indicates a desire to seriously harm the French people.”

As expected, Paris prosecutors have already launched a national investigation. Those held responsible could receive prison sentences up to 20 years.

French Transport Minister Patrice Vergriete announced that train traffic had begun to resume in the afternoon. Most trains should be operational by Saturday.

Fireworks in Paris, for sure. 

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[WATCH] SOURCE SPORTS: Wild Brawl Between Fans Break Out At Mets vs. Yankees Subway Series

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As one fan put it, the Yanks will put a beating on the Mets one way or another.

Earlier this week, the Mets and Yankees took their NYC two-game “Subway Series” Uptown to the Bronx and the battle off the field got just as entertaining as the battle on the diamond when Yankees and Mets fans began brawling in the rotunda of Yankee Stadium, leaving several attendees lumped and bruised in the battle royale-esque scuffle.

About six people, including two women, were fighting it out, when the video shows a Yankees fan with no shirt catch a Mets fan with a strong hook, sending him to the ground. Security eventually made it to the skirmish, but not before the embarrassed Mets fan tried to redeem himself by taking on another Yankees fan until the fire finally fizzled.

Surprisingly, the NYPD said that no arrests were made, so besides a few bumps and bruises, everyone made it home okay except for the Yankees, who were edged by the Amazins 3-2 on Tuesday and spanked by them 12-3 on Wednesday. The two wins in the BX sealed their sweep and leaving them the reigning Kings of Queens.

2024 Subway Series was the first time the Mets swept the series since 2013.

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Anthony Davis Cracks Joke About LeBron’s ‘Age’ Following Latest Team USA Win

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ICYMI, team USA narrowly defeated Germany with a score of 92-88 in a pre-Olympic showcase on Monday, with LeBron James once again taking center stage. Sheesh, these games are CLOSE! Either Team USA is not quite gelling or the rest of the world has caught up. Thinking it’s the latter TBH.

James dropped 20 points, grabbed six rebounds, and dished out four assists, shooting an impressive 8-of-11 from the field in just 18 minutes of play. Brown is the oldest player in the NBA. Absolutely insane what he can still do. 

LeBron’s performance has been a constant in Team USA’s showcase games, earning recognition from everyone, including his Los Angeles Lakers teammate, Anthony Davis.

Davis, who has also been a standout player for Team USA, has embraced his role off the bench, allowing James to shine. In the game against Germany, Davis contributed 10 points, seven rebounds, and one block in 14 minutes.

Get this, as they headed back to the locker room after the win, Davis joked about LeBron’s ability to perform at such a high level even in his mid-40s.

“He’s still doing it at 45” Davis, hilariously said. LeBron is not but you get the sarcasm, right?

Davis humorously acknowledged James’ continued dominance despite being the team’s oldest player by several years. We said it so, it’s only right Davis did too, since he’s so close to the punchline.

Over their five up and down seasons together in Los Angeles, Davis and James have developed one of the NBA’s strongest teammate bonds. While others might hesitate to joke about James’ age, because he can cook just about anyone in the league, Davis has no qualms about playfully ribbing his older teammate, a testament to their close friendship.

James, now 39 and entering his 22nd NBA season, continues to lead and excel for a Team USA squad favored to win gold in Paris. Davis’ jokes, born out of deep admiration, highlight the remarkable longevity and enduring talent of LeBron James. Respect your elders, and don’t forget to crack a joke here and there along the way.

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