Mike Tirico had to leave NBC’s coverage of the 2025 Kentucky Derby due to a severe allergic reaction to nuts, which required him to use an EpiPen and receive treatment from EMTs. Ahmed Fareed stepped in to replace Tirico for the entire coverage after he felt unwell from the allergic episode. Following the incident, Tirico confirmed he was recovering and shared his lifelong struggle with nut allergies, emphasizing the importance of being aware and considerate of food allergies, especially during Food Allergy Awareness Month.
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How Micah Simpson placed Roberson baseball on brink of history at NCHSAA 4A state finals
In a decisive 12-0 mercy-rule victory over No. 3 Laney, Roberson's senior pitcher Micah Simpson delivered a six-inning shutout, leading his team to a chance at history by becoming the first 4A team in NCHSAA to win three consecutive baseball championships. With significant contributions from sophomore Parker Filipek, who drove in key runs, Roberson is now set to play Game 2 of the best-of-three series on May 31, needing one more win to secure the...
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