Yesterday Ash Barty beat Karolina Pliskova in the ladies singles Wimbledon final, in what in the end was a hard-fought contest. It’s the first Wimbledon title for the Australian, and only her second ever major. For Pliskova of the Czech Republic, it’s the second major singles tennis final loss of her career. Barty’s remarkable victory follows a year-long hiatus from … [Read more...] about Australia’s Ashley Barty Lifts Her First Wimbledon Title
UFC 264 | Poirier, Burns Victorious With Titles Shots in Sight
At the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, UFC 264 was an extremely exciting event for many UFC fans. As well as a sold-out, full-capacity crowd in attendance, UFC 264 was the second-most bought PPV event in history – just behind McGregor vs Khabib at UFC 229. There were a number of major talking points around UFC 264 at the weekend, with some interesting results. Poirier … [Read more...] about UFC 264 | Poirier, Burns Victorious With Titles Shots in Sight
Wyoming Gaming Commission to Start Accepting Sports Betting License Bids this Week
The Wyoming Gaming Commission has announced that it will release the bidding details for WY sports betting licenses this week. According to the Commission Executive Director Charles Moore, the Request for Applications process will open on Thursday June 15, allowing interested operators to submit their bids for the available permits in the state. The applications will be … [Read more...] about Wyoming Gaming Commission to Start Accepting Sports Betting License Bids this Week
NBA Finals Update | Giannis Leads Bucks To Tie Series
Following two losses in the first two games of the 2021 NBA Finals, the Milwaukee Bucks have pulled it back after their latest win. Now, with four games completed, the series is tied at two apiece. Who will win the NBA Finals? So far, the NBA Finals between the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks has been very exciting for the neutral fan. If you’re a supporter of either team, … [Read more...] about NBA Finals Update | Giannis Leads Bucks To Tie Series
MMA | What’s Next For Conor McGregor?
After suffering a horrific leg break in his loss to Dustin Poirier in the main event of UFC 264, we look at what could be next for MMA’s biggest superstar. A Fourth Poirier Fight As is unwaveringly the case with every McGregor loss, there is a large subsection of the MMA community, including the Irishman himself calling for an immediate rematch in the wake of a defeat. Of … [Read more...] about MMA | What’s Next For Conor McGregor?
Hooliganism Still Alive and Well in British Fan Culture
We’re now a week removed from the Euro 2020 Final at Wembley, and yet the events of last Sunday are still a major talking point in the British news media. Unfortunately, it’s not the game itself that’s being discussed. Instead more tales of hooliganism, violence, fans breaking into the stadium and social media racism are forming the main discussion points. As more people come … [Read more...] about Hooliganism Still Alive and Well in British Fan Culture
Tokyo 2020 Olympics | Opening Ceremony Is Almost Here!
After waiting for over a year for the Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan – it’s finally here! The rescheduled 2020 Olympic Games will commence with the opening ceremony on Friday, with over two weeks of sporting action taking place! We think you should be as excited as we are! Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the wait for the delayed Olympic Games is coming to an end, as the Tokyo … [Read more...] about Tokyo 2020 Olympics | Opening Ceremony Is Almost Here!
MLS | The Latest Round-Up Of The 2021 Season
With the NBA & NHL seasons concluded recently, US sports fans may be wondering what else they can watch to fill the sports void. As well as the current MLB season well and truly underway, the 2021 MLS season is also ongoing – it’s extremely exciting so far! Now, the majority of MLS teams have played 13/14 league games, with the fixtures coming thick and fast. Therefore, … [Read more...] about MLS | The Latest Round-Up Of The 2021 Season
USA Basketball | End of the Olympic reign?
The USA Basketball Men’s National Team have won 6 of the last 7 Olympic golds, losing out only in Athens 2004 during the span. However, their recent form and the opening round defeat to France are indicating an end to their dominance in world basketball. Team USA headed into the tournament on the back of 2 losses in their four friendly matches and looked far from their usual … [Read more...] about USA Basketball | End of the Olympic reign?