Author: Jeremiah Labilwa
Iga Świątek’s title defense at the 2025 Italian Open ended abruptly with a straight-sets loss to Danielle Collins, 6-1, 7-5, in the third round. This defeat not only halts her pursuit of a fourth Rome title but also results in her dropping out of the WTA Top 2 rankings for the first time since March 2022. She is projected to fall to at least No. 4 when the new rankings are released on May 19 . Collins, ranked 35th, delivered an aggressive performance, hitting 32 winners and breaking Świątek’s serve six times. This victory marks Collins’ first over Świątek on…
Iga Swiatek suffered a shock loss in the third round of the 2025 Italian Open, losing to Danielle Collins in a straight-sets upset. Thanks to the exit, the Pole will leave the WTA Top-3 for the first time in over three years. Swiatek came into the clash sorely lacking in wins, with no titles to her name in the season so far. The same was true of Collins as well, with the American’s best run being a quarterfinal finish at the Charleston Open. On Saturday, however, Danielle Collins appeared far more at ease, slamming winners past the Pole to take…
The Milwaukee Bucks are in a very strange spot as they head into the upcoming offseason. Not only did the team get bounced in the first round of the postseason once again, but the team has a very grim outlook for the future. If Antetokounmpo does ask out of Milwaukee, there will be no shortage of trade suitors. But the Bucks would need to make sure that they get a solid trade return for the franchise cornerstone. In a new trade idea, the Bucks do let go of Antetokounmpo, but they get back an All-Star in return. NBA analyst Chris…
FINALIZED DEAL: Zhao Xintong Becomes China’s First World Snooker Champion Snooker sensation Zhao Xintong has made history by becoming the first Chinese player to win the prestigious World Snooker Championship, cementing his name among the sport’s elite. The 28-year-old record breaker showcased exceptional composure and tactical brilliance to overcome intense pressure in a gripping final showdown. His victory not only marks a personal milestone but also represents a major breakthrough for snooker in China, inspiring a new generation of talent. Zhao’s path to glory has not been without obstacles. Recently returning from a suspension linked to a match-fixing investigation, he…
Draymond Green is nearing another suspension, and he’s lashing out at refs. On Thursday night during game 2 of the Warriors-Timberwolves series, Green was assessed a technical foul when he elbowed Naz Reid in the face. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr reacted to Green getting his fifth technical foul, which is two shy from a suspension. It’s part of Draymond. The same thing that makes him such a competitor and winner puts him over the top sometimes. We know that and it’s our job to help him stay poised.” As for Draymond, he believes the refs are out to…
Boston Red Sox hitting star Rafael Devers said Thursday that he informed team management that he will not play first base in the wake of Triston Casas being lost for the season due to a major knee injury. Devers is serving as designated hitter after the team signed Alex Bregman as their new third baseman in the offseason. Devers balked at no longer playing third in spring training until manager Alex Cora made it clear he was going to be the DH.Speaking after Boston’s 5-0 victory over the Texas Rangers on Thursday, Devers is now intent on not playing in…
It didn’t take long after Cardinal Robert Prevost, a Chicago native, was chosen as the new pope for social media to catch fire with the most Chicago of debates: Is Pope Leo XIV a Cubs fan or a White Sox fan? The Cubs shared a post on X showing a new message on the iconic Wrigley Field marquee that declared, “Hey, Chicago, He’s a Cubs fan!” It didn’t take long after Cardinal Robert Prevost, a Chicago native, was chosen as the new pope for social media to catch fire with the most Chicago of debates: Is Pope Leo XIV a…
Stolarz suffered an injury in Game 1 after being hit in the head by Sam Bennett. Stolarz left Game 1 early and didn’t even dress in Game 2. Now, as the series heads to Florida for Games 3 and 4, Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube revealed Stolarz won’t travel with the team. “I doubt it,” Berube said on May 8 about Stolarz travelling to Florida. “Not right away.” If Stolarz isn’t travelling with the team to Florida, it means he won’t start either Games 3 or 4, meaning Joseph Woll will remain the starter. Although he is unlikely to…
Bengals $14 Million Starter Takes Pay Cut for Trey Hendrickson Signing In a powerful show of team-first mentality, Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. has reportedly taken a pay cut to help the team retain star pass rusher Trey Hendrickson. The selfless move from the \$14 million-a-year starter highlights the unity and shared commitment in the Bengals’ locker room as they gear up for another playoff push. According to league sources, Brown restructured his contract to free up valuable cap space, allowing Cincinnati to extend Hendrickson—one of the NFL’s premier defensive ends. Hendrickson, who has been instrumental in the…
Olympics and world champion Noah Lyles will boost his net worth further following his latest collaboration with a global brand that is valued at $16 billion. Olympics and world champion Noah Lyles will boost his net worth further following his latest collaboration with a global brand that is valued at $16 billion. Olympics 100m champion Noah Lyles signed a mammoth new deal with Adidas in 2024, further boosting his earnings and the giant kit maker looks to be making the most of it. Lyles signed a new four-year deal that will take him up to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics…