Tag: sports
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Is Brittney Griner A Transgender?
ESPN reports that Brittney Yevette Griner and the U.S. women’s basketball team defeated China 105-62 on Sunday. The women haven’t met a team in Rio that can keep up with them. They’ve blown every team they’ve played out by about 40 points each. The team had more than 40 assists against China, proving that they…
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What Does Michael Phelps Listen To Before Race?
According to The New York Times Michael Fred Phelps II listens to Eminem, Young Jeezy and Eric Church before he races. If the Olympic swimmer is listening to Eminem to get focused then “Lose Yourself” is definitely on his playlist. The song was featured on the 2002 soundtrack for the movie 8 Mile which features the Detroit…
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Is Johnny Weir Transgender?
Today reports that Olympic figure skater, John Garvin “Johnny” Weir recently went fishing with television host, Billy Bush. The two also went fishing back in 2014. The three-time U.S. national champion wore a fur coat on their fishing trip two years ago, in Russia, but this time he stepped up his game. The 32-year-old pulled…
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Is Katie Ledecky Transgender?
Business Insider reports that Kathleen Genevieve “Katie” Ledecky made magic happen once again. On Wednesday, August 11, 2016, she helped the U.S. 800-meter freestyle relay team defeat Australia to win the gold medal. The 19-year-old was born in Washington, D.C. but resides in Maryland, similar to another Olympian who has been dominating in Rio: Michael…
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Laurie Hernandez Snapchat Username
Vulture explains that gymnast, Lauren “Laurie” Hernandez, achieved two honors last night in Rio: She became a gold medalist and she also became the national team’s sweetheart. While Michael Phelps’ #PhelpsFace was everything we love about our boy from Baltimore, Hernandez brought something different to the table. The 16-year-old was the most animated Olympian on…
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What Was Michael Phelps Laughing At?
The Baltimore Sun reports that Michael Phelps laughed during “The Star-Spangled Banner.” When the song started, the swimmer looked like he was about to cry. That changed, once he heard something all too familiar. According to RMNB the Olympian was laughing because someone yelled “O” during the national anthem. After the swimmer won his 20th gold medal…
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DeAndre Jordan Snapchat Name
Uproxx explains that Los Angeles Lakers center, Hyland DeAndre Jordan, Jr. recently teased Carmelo Anthony for being the oldest player on Team USA. While Mr. Lob City is 28-years-old, Melo is 32. The age difference may not seem significant but in basketball years it’s a lifetime. Kobe Bryant’s final years of his career were his worst and he…
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Yasiel Puig Snapchat Name
Sports Illustrated reports that Yasiel Puig Valdés is feeling right at home in the minor leagues. The baseball player pulled a Johnny Manziel after the team lost to the Iowa Cubs on Monday. He danced shirtless and partied after the game. There’s nothing wrong with partying after a loss but when you’re a high profile…
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Transgender Olympic Athlete, Chris Mosier, As A Woman, Before Transition
Outsports explains that a new Nike commercial featured transgender athlete, Chris Mosier. The video is a part of the company’s “Unlimited Courage” campaign which features athletes who have had to go above and beyond to compete in the sports that they love. Chris started his athletic career as a woman and began his transition in…
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Gabby Douglas’ Snapchat Username
The New York Times reports that Gabrielle Christina Victoria “Gabby” Douglas is in Rio despite a disappointing Olympic trials. The reigning Olympic all-around champion is known to peak at just the right time. The 20-year-old earned two gold medals at the 2012 London Olympics and she’s looking to add more to her collection. According to…