Puerto Rican boxer Paul Bamba, aged 35, passed away, as confirmed in a joint statement from Ne-Yo and Bamba’s family. Bamba recently claimed the WBA’s secondary ‘gold’ cruiserweight title with a sixth-round knockout, marking a career comeback after early losses. Known for his resilience and determination, Bamba’s journey from US Marine Corps veteran to boxing champion was celebrated by the boxing community, with tributes from Jake Paul and others.
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The Las Vegas Raiders announced they will release defensive tackle Christian Wilkins after voiding his $35.2 million guaranteed contract due to concerns over his physical condition following a foot injury. New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel expressed interest in discussing Wilkins, whom he knows from recruiting in high school, as the team looks to improve its struggling defensive line. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreShubman Gill defended his team's decision to continue playing during the fourth Test at Old Trafford, allowing Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar to reach their centuries despite rising tensions between the England and India sides regarding the draw. This incident occurred on the final day of the match, highlighting the competitive nature of the series. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreHeavy rain was anticipated during the Belgian Grand Prix, prompting several Formula 1 teams to adjust to higher downforce settings, risking parc ferme rules by starting from the pitlane. Lewis Hamilton successfully navigated these conditions, securing a seventh-place finish, while Ferrari opted for low-downforce setups during qualifying. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreRed Bull Formula 1 driver Yuki Tsunoda expressed frustration after a "miscommunication" during his pitstop cost him the chance to score points in the Belgian Grand Prix, despite achieving his best qualifying position of seventh since taking over for Liam Lawson. This setback prevented him from capitalizing on a strong performance at Spa. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreOscar Piastri secured his sixth victory of the 2025 Formula 1 season at the Belgian Grand Prix, leading teammate Lando Norris in a McLaren 1-2 finish. Utilizing a one-stop strategy from intermediates to medium tyres, Piastri managed to fend off Norris on a drying track, while Charles Leclerc claimed third place ahead of Max Verstappen. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreBarcelona secured a 3-1 win against Vissel Kobe in their pre-season opener, with goals from Eric Garcia, Roony Bardghji, and Dro. Coach Hansi Flick confirmed that Roony is expected to stay with the first team for the 2025-26 season, indicating a shift from earlier plans for him to split time with Barca Atletic, emphasizing the need for improvement ahead of a challenging season. Want More Context? 🔎
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