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22-time major champion winning tennis legend Rafael Nadal has officially withdrew from Wimbledon. He withdraws just a day before he is supposed to face off against Nick Kyrgios in the semifinals, making it the first time since 1931 a male athlete has pulled out of the oldest Grand Slam tournament before a semifinal or final match. In a recent news conference Nadal justified his decision saying, “I made my decision because I believe that I can’t win two matches under these circumstances. I can’t serve. It’s not only that I can’t serve at the right speed, it’s that I can’t do the normal movement to serve.” Despite his injury worsening, Nadal did try to continue to compete. The only other time Nadal pulled out of a Grand Slam tournament was at the 2016 French Open where he also withdrew due t...

22-time major champion winning tennis legend Rafael Nadal has officially withdrew from Wimbledon. He withdraws just a day before he is supposed to face off against Nick Kyrgios in the semifinals, making it the first time since 1931 a male athlete has pulled out of the oldest Grand Slam tournament before a semifinal or final match. In a recent news conference Nadal justified his decision saying, “I made my decision because I believe that I can’t win two matches under these circumstances. I can’t serve. It’s not only that I can’t serve at the right speed, it’s that I can’t do the normal movement to serve.” Despite his injury worsening, Nadal did try to continue to compete. The only other time Nadal pulled out of a Grand Slam tournament was at the 2016 French Open where he also withdrew due t...

There may be some slight changes to fans attending the 2022 World Cup to get used to. Qatar World Cup stadiums are set to be alcohol-free, after months of appeals. According to Reuters, if fans wish to consume alcohol, they would have to purchase them at specific areas outside the arenas and are only allowed to before and after some matches. The upcoming World Cup will be the first time the tournament will be held in a Muslim country, posing interesting challenges for organizers of the event, which is usually sponsored by global brewing brands and associated with beer-drinking fans. “At stadiums, the plans are still being finalized, but the current discussion is to allow fans to have beer upon arrival and when leaving the stadium, but beer won’t be served during the match or inside the sta...

Nick Kyrgios violated the competition’s apparel rule and was seen wearing the Air Jordan 1 Low in “Cardinal” Red/Gold to Wimbledon, During his post-match interview, Kyrgios found himself in hot water when being asked why he opted to wear all-white attire. “Because I do what I want. I just like wearing my Jordans.” he said. “No, I’m not above the rules, I just like wearing my Jordans. I’ll wear some Triple Whites tomorrow.” Wimbledon rules state, “Competitors must be dressed in suitable tennis attire that is almost entirely white, and this applies from the point at which the player enters the court surround. White does not include off-white or cream.” Kyrgios’ attitude towards the violation has sparked rage from tennis purists online, with some calling for the athlete to be fined. ? “A...

Shortly after opting out of his $47.4 million USD player option, James Harden will now reportedly take a $15 million USD pay cut during the upcoming NBA season after he inked a new two-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. According to The Athletic, the SG’s new contract — which includes a player option in the second year — will give the Sixers “financial flexibility to bolster the roster” as they attempt to win the 2023 NBA Championship. Harden’s relationship with the Sixers execs, such as Michael Rubin and Daryl Morey, supposedly “played a major role in trust between the two sides.” Sources: James Harden is taking a $15 million paycut for next season that allowed Philadelphia to elevate roster — with sole focus on a championship run in 2023. Harden opted out of his $47M player option an...