Chris Kirkland: ‘I was taking 2,500mg of Tramadol a day. I had it in my goalie bag on the pitch’

Following the conclusion of OTA (organized team activities), the Detroit Lions reported no new significant injuries, which is a positive outcome given the prevalence of preseason injuries. Key players like Aidan Hutchinson, Marcus Davenport, and Graham Glasgow fully participated, indicating their readiness for the upcoming season, while others like Tate Ratledge and Ennis Rakestraw also showed promising health. Overall, the health and development of the roster during OTA suggest optimism for the Lions as they...

The 157th Belmont Stakes, concluding the Triple Crown, features a rematch between Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty and runner-up Journalism, the latter being the favorite after winning the Preakness. Sovereignty, trained by Bill Mott, is racing for the first time since May, having skipped the Preakness due to a short turnaround. This year's Belmont is held at Saratoga Race Course due to renovations at Belmont Park, with eight horses competing, including Derby third-place finisher Baeza and...

Patrick Mahomes Shares Big Personal Announcement on Friday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is gearing up for the upcoming season after the team's Super Bowl loss and has been participating in voluntary Organized Team Activities. On social media, he announced a partnership between his 15 and the Mahomies Foundation and Special Olympics Missouri to support athletes in their journey to the 2026 USA Games. The foundation aims to alleviate financial...

The Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals will take place from June 6-8 at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee, featuring some of the fastest cars racing at speeds up to 300 mph. Tickets are available for various days, offering options for qualifying rounds and eliminations, with the event broadcast on FS1. Attendees are advised to arrive early for seating and concessions, bring sunscreen and ear protection for the loud races, and note that the venue...

Marc Marquez secured pole position at the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix at the Motorland circuit, showcasing his command on the track where he ended his dry winning spell last year. His older brother, Alex, finished the session in second place after temporarily holding pole, following a mistake from Marc on his second lap that cost him valuable time. The session highlighted the competitive nature of the event, with the top three riders demonstrating their skills...

Ford and Chevrolet have each secured a victory in the opening races of the Supercars round at Wanneroo Raceway, Western Australia. Ryan Wood achieved his first Supercars win driving a Walkinshaw Andretti United Ford Mustang, while Broc Feeney responded by claiming victory in the second race for Triple Eight in his Chevrolet Camaro. Most of Saturday's events showcased Wood's dominance as he initially took the lead, setting the stage for a competitive race weekend. Full...