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Francis Ngannou Explains Why He Won’t Rematch Anthony Joshua: “Something Unfair Happened”

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Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou

Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou met in a big heavyweight clash back in March.

It brought together two men that had sent shockwaves through the division in recent times, but for very different reasons.

Joshua had bounced back following his two straight defeats to Oleksandr Usyk, where he had lost his unified world heavyweight titles.

He had picked up wins over Jermaine Franklin and Robert Helenius since those losses, but had failed to set the world alight with either of those performances.

That changed with his next outing, where he outclassed Otto Wallin a dominant fifth round retirement victory, setting up the fight against Ngannou.

It was a slightly different path for Ngannou that earned him the Joshua bout, with the former UFC heavyweight champion initially making the switch from MMA to take on Tyson Fury in October 2023.

Ngannou shocked the world when he knocked down Fury in the third round, but went on to lose the fight by a close split decision.

Then came the fight against Joshua, but ‘AJ’ made it a one-sided affair, dropping Ngannou multiple times on his way to a destructive second round knockout win.

Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou

While some fans felt that Ngannou may want to avenge his defeat, he told Seconds Out that he wasn’t happy with things that happened throughout fight week and is not interested in running it back.

“A rematch with Joshua? I felt very off and not comfortable in that fight. It’s something that could happen, but what I do know for sure is I want the rematch with Fury.

“I’m not a conspiracy theorist but I didn’t like the Joshua fight. Things weren’t right, and if it would be the same scenario, I’m not interested. Something unfair definitely happened. I don’t have the full picture but I have seen myself what wasn’t right. I was in the locker room for almost four hours, which is not something that happens, so just from there.”

Ngannou has also been linked to Deontay Wilder.

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“Got No Game”: Angel Reese Gets Brutally Trolled Over Questionable Unrivaled Prep With Famed NBA Trainer

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Angel Reese

It’s time! The newest league founded by WNBA players Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, Unrivaled, is set to debut in 2025. The 3×3 women’s basketball league features six-figure salaries offered to players and has even lured big names like Angel Reese to sign on. But, will it be possible for her to hit the court this soon?

It’s time! The newest league founded by WNBA players Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, Unrivaled, is set to debut in 2025. The 3×3 women’s basketball league features six-figure salaries offered to players and has even lured big names like Angel Reese to sign on. But, will it be possible for her to hit the court this soon?

The collaboration underscores the Chicago Sky forward’s determination to dominate in Unrivaled. Soon she’ll be representing the Rose Basketball Club alongside stars like Chelsea Gray and Kahleah Copper. Despite this, her workout clips have become the center of social media buzz, with some questioning her readiness for the league.

Angel Reese up for a redemption amid online criticism

The internet is never short on opinions, and Reese’s latest training posts were no exception. While fans applauded her hustle, critics were quick to dismiss her efforts. One comment read, “45-minute taping to make 3 shots? She’s got no game.“

Averaging a double-double of nearly 13 rebounds and 13.6 points per game, Reese has always been a focal point of criticism. Despite her impressive rebounding skills, she’s often questioned for rebounding her own shots.

Angel Reese 

“Angel Reese-type of hoop,” penned a spectator on X. “Missing Angel Reese hoops,” paired with a funny meme added another. The Chicago sky forward’s decision to join Unrivaled isn’t just about basketball; it’s a financial game-changer for her.

“She’s got all the hype but no game to back it up. Let’s see if this trainer can make a difference,” added another user. As the league offers salaries far exceeding the WNBA’s average, Reese’s $250,000 salary for the eight-week season is a significant opportunity for her to secure her future.

Beyond the financial perks, Reese views Unrivaled as a stepping stone for skill enhancement. “Angel Reese should be worried about her mid-range game when all she does is put back her own rebounds,“ added another spectator. And they’re right. In her rookie WNBA season, Reese converted approximately 31% of her mid-range shots, indicating room for development in this aspect of her game.

Competing alongside 34 of the WNBA’s top players, she has expressed excitement about learning from the best. “I’m really looking forward to honing my skills and getting better,” she said in an earlier interview.

As Reese prepares to make her mark in Unrivaled, the spotlight—and scrutiny—will only intensify. Her partnership with Alexander signals a serious commitment to her craft, despite the naysayers. Whether she silences critics or fuels more debate, one thing is certain: Reese isn’t backing down.

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Simone Biles Took WAG Style to the Next Level by Wearing Jonathan Owens’ Face All Over Her Body

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Simone Biles and Jonathan owens

Some partners of athletes show up to game day in their SO’s jersey to be supportive. Simone Biles saw that and said, “hold my stadium beer.”

On December 26, the gymnastics GOAT watched her husband, NFL player Jonathan Owens, in a custom outfit with his name and face all over it, proving once again that she is four feet, eight inches of enthusiasm.

The ‘fit by designer Kelly Daley, which Biles wore to watch the Chicago Bears (Owen’s team) take on the Seattle Seahawks, has to be seen to be believed. The patchwork-inspired terrycloth sweat suit was covered in pictures of Owens in both his home and away jerseys. She accessorized the look with white heels and a tiny white Chanel purse, keeping her makeup simple and pretty.

Simone Biles on December 26, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images

Simone Biles doesn’t do anything halfway, WAG-ing included.

While this may be the most overt, it’s far from the first “Go Owens” outfit the gymnast has worn this season. Earlier in December, Biles showed off Owens sweatpants and “36” shades (his jersey number) in an Instagram post celebrating the friends she’s made through the NFL, writing, “football 🫶🏾 swipe to see the besties football brought me.” Women who WAG together…have fun together. It doesn’t rhyme, but it’s still true. (Looks like those are her white game day boots.)

Of course, Biles doesn’t only support the athletes she’s married to. Just this year, she’s gone to bat for fellow gymnast Jordan Chiles amid the bronze medal controversy at this summer’s Olympics, met up with tennis legend Serena Williams’ daughter, and took in her first WNBA game, watching rookie phenom Caitlin Clark in action.

Consider the sartorial bar for all athlete partners officially raised. I want Clark’s boyfriend in a Caitlin onesie and Ciara wearing a photorealistic mask of Russell Wilson’s face. And if the Bears make it to the Super Bowl? Simone Biles could quite literally flip.

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Mike Tyson was in no doubt when naming only boxer who could take his full punch power

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Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson named the only boxer who could handle his legendary power.

Mike Tyson once named the only boxer who could take his full punch power during his legendary career.

Tyson enjoyed a stellar professional boxing career, which he resumed when he fought Jake Paul last month.

Before his fight against Paul, he recorded 58 fights, winning 50 of them including a staggering 44 victories inside the distance.

Tyson fought some of the biggest names of his era, facing the likes of Evander Holyfield, Lennox Lewis and Buster Douglas, who produced, at the time, the biggest upset in the sport’s history when he scored a shock win in Tokyo, Japan.

Despite losing to Holyfield, Lewis and Douglas, he snubbed the trio when naming the opponent who could live with his power inside the ring.

That goes to Jose Ribalta, who fought ‘Iron’ Mike back in August 1986.

Tyson won the bout via TKO in the 10th round at the Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City in New Jersey.

Even though he eventually wore down Ribalta and stopped him in the final round of their scheduled contest, Tyson felt that he was the one and only fighter that was able to take his punches.

Speaking to Ring TV in a Q&A back in 2014, he revealed: “I hit Jose Ribalta with everything, and he took everything and kept coming back for more.

“Jose Ribalta stood toe to toe with me. He was very strong in the clinches.”

Cuba’s Ribalta had 22 pro wins to his name when he fought Tyson, who was an unbeaten phenom when they met.

Tyson had taken out his opponents in the opening stages, but Ribalta gave him rounds.

Ribalta reeled off nine wins in a row after his defeat to Tyson and went onto fight the likes of Tim Witherspoon, Bruce Seldon, Frank Bruno, Larry Holmes and Vitali Klitschko before calling time on his career.

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Netflix announces Rafael Nadal docuseries in 2025

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Rafael Nadal

If Rafael Nadal‘s countless titles were not enough to cement his legacy as one of the greatest tennis players of all-time, Netflix confirmed that they are releasing a docuseries about the Spanish legend.

The documentary series will “include unprecedented access with Nadal throughout his comeback to competitive play in the 2024 season” and “spotlight Nadal’s sterling career, as well as his life off-the-court, showcasing never-before-seen material from Nadal’s personal archive.”

David Ellison, Jesse Sisgold, Jason Reed, and Jon Weinbach for Skydance Sports will produce the landmark series, with Ellison stating:

“Rafael Nadal is truly one of the greatest players and inspirations in the history of tennis…Beyond that, he is a friend and working with Rafa, Zach, and Netflix to tell his story is both an honor and a privilege.”

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Nadal: I am sure the final product, the docuseries, will be amazing

The 22-time Roland Garros champion retired last month in Malaga at the Davis Cup Finals, and it is clear that Nadal was keen for his fans to have exclusive access to the winding down of his career:

“I never thought I’d do something like this, but I got a call from David Ellison and with his words together with an amazing project they put in front of my eyes it really convinced me this was the right thing to do. Everyone will be able to see how my life has been during my tennis career and particularly in this vey last year I had. It will also show how my life and my tennis career developed through the years. I am sure the final product, the docuseries, will be amazing and that it will be seen around the world.”

Netflix has firmly dipped its toes into the tennis world previously, releasing two series of ‘Break Point’, as well as live streaming an exhibition match – the ‘Netflix Slam’ – between Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz in March. Additionally, the streaming juggernaut will release docuseries about the latter next year, following the four-time Grand Slam champion’s incredible 2024 season.

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‘He was not human’ – Lionel Messi wanted Barcelona to sign surprising Premier League star

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Lionel Messi and Inter Miami

Lionel Messi admits Barcelona talked about signing Fraser Forster after declaring he was ‘not human’ following a 2-1 defeat to Celtic in 2012.

Forster, 36, currently plays for Tottenham in the Premier League as a back-up goalkeeper to Guglielmo Vicario.

The Englishman caught Messi’s attention in the 2012-13 season, when Celtic produced a stunning Champions League win over the Catalan club.

The Scottish side secured the victory despite Barcelona having 89 per cent of the possession and 23 attempts on goal, when Messi was at his peak.

Forster was very much the star of the show at Parkhead – conjuring up 13 saves – with Messi left blown away by his performance in Glasgow.

‘The performance of Fraser Forster against us was talked about for a long time,’ Messi said about the match.

‘There was one game in Scotland when he was not human, it was the best goalkeeping performance I have seen.

‘When Victor Valdes said that he was leaving Barcelona we even talked about him playing here.’

Forster responded to Messi’s comments in October 2023 be telling Spursplay: ‘It’s nice, isn’t it?

‘It’s impossible to put into words. We’d played them away, I think, two weeks earlier and we lost 2-1 in the last minute and I’d made saves.

‘But the performance we’d put in away from home really carried us into the home one because we knew we’d have the fans with us.

‘But yeah, it was just one of those nights where everything, you know. You make a couple of saves early and you’re like, come on, bring it on. That team as well, if you don’t enjoy playing those games, do you know what I mean?

‘But the noise that night as well – obviously we ended up going 2-0 up and they scored right at the end but it was just, kind of, unbelievable.

‘It was just one of those days when you’re in the zone and everything goes your way. You’re seeing the ball like it’s a gym ball and it’s just amazing.

‘I think that after that night I didn’t sleep after the game, it was just amazing.

‘I’m obviously fortunate to have played in those types of games and like I said before, half of my memories in that game are the atmosphere and the fans and lots of it is that rather than that save or this save. It was just – the occasion.’

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$34.49 Billion Co.’s Faults Exposed, Angel Reese Sets the Record Straight Over Her Online Presence

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Angel Reese

It was in August this year when Angel Reese landed the most perfect deal with a brand that was practically written in the stars—Reese’s. But while this dream partnership might seem like destiny now, the journey to make it happen wasn’t as smooth as it looks. In fact, the initial lack of response from the $34.49 billion worth Hershey Company almost derailed it. So, what went down exactly?

Reese and her longtime manager, Jeanine Ogbonnaya, recently spilled the tea on Unapologetically Angel. The duo discussed how big brand collaborations aren’t just about name-dropping and striking deals overnight; they take months, sometimes even years, of groundwork.

Jeanine revealed, “For instance, the Reese’s Puffs deal people are seeing now—that’s been in the works for over a year and a half.” That goes back to when Angel was in Louisiana. When they started working together, the two brands the W star told Jeanine were her dreams were Reese’s and Barbie’s.

But when they first reached out to Reese’s, there was no reply. Jeanine joked on the podcast, “When I deal with Reese’s team now, they’re like, ‘Yeah, we remember you reached out.’ I’m like, yeah, you guys didn’t answer me.” Despite the rocky start, Reese’s Puffs—which licenses the Reese’s name from Hershey—eventually came through.

Now, the partnership is a reality, fulfilling Angel Reese’s childhood dream. The collaboration is iconic for more reasons than one. The Chi-Town Barbie became the first-ever WNBA player to team up with Reese’s, joining the ranks of sporting legends like Michael Phelps and Simone Biles.

“Not only does this fulfill my childhood dream of being on a cereal box, but there couldn’t be a better fit for me than Reese’s Puffs cereal,” Reese said. In October, “Angel X Reese’s Puffs” officially hit shelves, complete with four unique box designs featuring Reese herself.

Angel Reese 

And the baller couldn’t hide her excitement, sharing a fun video showing off the cereal box with her face on it. Just like that, the 22-year-old is absolutely crushing it in the endorsement game, but don’t think for a second that these deals fell into her lap.

Jeanine & Angel Reese discuss securing the bag isn’t always easy

As the Sky forward and Jeanine discussed, getting to this point required resilience and a lot of hard work. Back in 2022, right after her national championship win, Reese’s NIL valuation was $1.8 million. With offers pouring in from big agencies, Reese made a bold move by sticking with Jeanine and her boutique agency, Clearview Group.

 “I told agencies, if y’all aren’t letting Jeanine in on this, it’s dead,” Reese recalled. That loyalty paid off, paving the way for deals with Topps, Airbnb, Tampax, Beats by Dre, and Reebok, skyrocketing her net worth to $2 million. Jeanine pointed out that one of the challenges with bigger agencies is their lack of attention to detail.

“They have so many clients, they’re not as in tune with things like approving hair and makeup artists,” she said. This hands-on approach is what makes Reese’s team stand out. The baller has proven time and again that she’s more than just an athlete. With her loyal manager by her side and a growing list of dream collaborations, let’s watch her become a brand powerhouse.

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Exclusive – Simone Biles talks NFL game day preps, the Chicago cold, and holidays

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The 11-time Olympic medallist gave an interview to Olympics.com as she travelled to support NFL-playing husband Jonathan Owens just before Christmas.

The holidays will look a little different for gymnastics superstar Simone Biles this year.

After taking three golds and a silver at Paris 2024 and completing a 10-week nationwide arena tour, the 11-time Olympic medallist has settled into a new life: balancing appearances and events with supporting her NFL-playing husband, Jonathan Owens.

Instead of her typical large family celebrations, Biles says the couple will have a quiet Christmas together in Chicago, where Owens plays for the Bears.

“Honestly, just the two of us. Nothing crazy. We’re going on vacations next year, so we kind of didn’t even do a Christmas this year,” she told Olympics.com in an exclusive interview on Sunday (22 December). “Honestly, just relaxing. And then, we have to come back downtown to report to the hotel. So, we’ll be with the team.”

The 11-time Olympic medallist has been a consistent presence at Chicago games since completing her Gold Over America tour in early November, including Sunday’s 34-17 defeat to the Detroit Lions.

There, she greeted Owens on the field for – what has now become routine – a good luck kiss before kick-off; then, she headed to her seat to enjoy the game alongside her mother, Nellie, and others.

Olympics.com caught up with the global superstar en route to Soldier Field to check in on game day traditions, life in Chicago, how she’ll celebrate the holiday season, and more.

Below is the transcript of that conversation, lightly edited for clarity.

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Olympics.com: Alright… Simone Biles. Good to see you. How’s it going?

Simone Biles: Good. How are you?

Olympics.com: I’m doing all right. Where are you headed today?

SB: Today, we are heading to the Chicago Bears football game.

Olympics.com: So, you ready for some game day questions?

SB: Yes. Ready for some game day questions!

Olympics.com: Let’s do it. First off, I’ve got to know about the fit today.

SB: Yes. Okay. Today’s fit is actually very simple, just because me and my friends’ outfits didn’t come in time. So, this is my back-up. I was actually supposed to wear it to a different game. We have the 36 (Owens’ number), bucket hat, some boots, but it is freezing, so at least it works for game day.

Olympics.com: You’ve had some good fashion looks through the games. How do you put it together?

SB: Honestly, I reach out to some of the creators that make the apparel, and I have no ideas. I let them kind of freeball it, and I say, ‘Surprise me.’ And then that’s how I piece them together.

Olympics.com: Do you have a favourite one so far?

SB: Yes. My favourite one so far is one that I haven’t worn yet, and I’m wearing it to Thursday’s game.

Olympics.com: Who’s more nervous for game day, meet day? You or Jonathan?

SB: I would have to say Jonathan just because, although I’m nervous about his health and safety, it’s his game. He knows it better.

Olympics.com: We saw how you and he interacted before a meet in your documentary. What’s the interaction like between you guys on game day?

SB: Well, usually you’re not allowed to be with him the night before, so we sleep separately in the hotel. And then after that, he usually comes up, gives me a kiss goodbye. So, it’s very… He’s so chill. He’s relaxed. And that’s also his personality. Not as stressed as me.

Olympics.com: You’ve talked about how supportive he’s been and how much it meant to you. What is it like to be able to kind of repay that now?

SB: Oh, my gosh. It means the world to me. And I know it means so much to him for me to be able to go and support his games. For him, it means a lot for me to go on the sideline before because he says that’s his pre-game routine. So he’s always looking for me on the sideline to give him, like, good luck vibes and wishes. That’s just his superstition.

Olympics.com: Who comes up with the handshake you guys have been doing pre-game?

SB: That’s Jonathan. Jonathan thinks of all of the things: handshakes, pre-game rituals, what he needs to eat – all Jonathan.

Olympics.com: How much do you know about football?

SB: Well, I could probably explain it to a five-year-old. But if I’m explaining it to a 25-year-old, it might not make sense.

Olympics.com: Who knows more about the other’s sport, you or Jonathan?

SB: Jonathan. He knows so much about gymnastics.

Olympics.com: You mentioned it’s freezing today. You’re a Texas girl, you’ve been spending a lot of time in Chicago. How are you handling the winter?

SB: Honestly, not bad. Some days I feel like 30s and 40s (fahrenheit) feel colder than, like, 17. But as long as I’m bundling up, I feel like I’ve actually been pretty good.

Olympics.com: Chicago’s a good food town. What’s the best thing you’ve eaten here?

SB: Okay, we… I’m sorry, but we love Maple and Ash. We go there quite frequently, so I would say Maple and Ash.

Olympics.com: Jonathan has two games around Christmas, so how are you guys celebrating this year?

SB: Honestly, just the two of us. Nothing crazy. We’re going on vacations next year, so we kind of didn’t even do a Christmas this year. Honestly, just relaxing. And then we have to come back downtown to report to the hotel so we’ll be with the team.

Olympics.com: What’s the best gift you’ve ever gotten Jonathan?

SB: The best? I wouldn’t even say the best gift I’ve ever gotten him, because obviously that’d be me. Okay. But I feel like his favourite, and one that he’s been wanting for so long, was a Rolex.

Olympics.com: And what’s the best gift he’s gotten you?

SB: What’s the best gift? Honestly, I’m not very materialistic. It’s probably my weekly flowers. He buys me flowers every week, and that’s my favourite.

Olympics.com: What’s your favourite holiday song?

SB: I would say Justin Bieber’s Christmas album.

Olympics.com: Favourite holiday movie?

SB: Oh, Home Alone.

Olympics.com: Also set in Chicago!

SB: Yes! It’s in Chicago. The house is up for sale.

Olympics.com: You should get it.

SB: [Laughs]

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Olympics.com: What’s a normal day look like for you these days?

SB: Oh, goodness. It depends. If I’m travelling, doing events, or staying home. If I’m staying home with the dogs, I’m usually cleaning up around the house and then prepping food for when Jonathan gets out of practice. So, a very lazy day.

Olympics.com: What’s your favourite thing about not having morning practice?

SB: Sleeping in.

Olympics.com: Compare gymnastics conditioning to your Pilates experience?

SB: Oh, I’d rather do ten presses every morning rather than go to a Pilates class. That stuff… I don’t know how people do it. It’s not easy. Don’t sign me up.

Olympics.com: I know you were looking forward to time off after Paris, but is there something you miss about your routine?

SB: I feel like just the structure of having a daily routine because now some days I wake up and I feel a little bit lazy and lost. I feel like the structure is what I miss.

Olympics.com: What’s your ideal way to ring in the New Year?

SB: Ring in the New Year… I feel like he plays shortly after. Honestly, we’ll probably be in bed by 10:30. But Jonathan did promise to wake up at midnight so that we could kiss and then go back to sleep.

Olympics.com: What’s your best memory of 2024?

SB: I think just being with family and friends after Paris and celebrating that.

Olympics.com: And do you have a New Year’s Resolution?

SB: No, because I feel like you always break them. I don’t have any.

Olympics.com: That’s everything.

SB: Thank you.

Olympics.com: Thanks, Simone. Go Bears!

SB: Go Bears!

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Tiger Woods and son share hug after the teen hits his 1st hole-in-one

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Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods 

Golf legend Tiger Woods shared a heartwarming moment with his son Charlie Woods after the teenager hit a shot of a lifetime.

During Sunday’s final round of the PNC Championship in Orlando, Florida, 15-year-old Charlie achieved a milestone by hitting his first hole-in-one.

The impressive shot helped propel the father-son duo into a second-place finish at the tournament, which featured 20 major champions competing alongside a family member, according to The Associated Press.

Woods and Charlie were seen celebrating the proud moment with a big hug.

“It was awesome having Dad there,” Charlie said of sharing the moment with his dad, according to the AP. “That was so much fun. It was just a perfect 7-iron, little cut in there. Of course never got to see it go in. So that sucks. But that’s all right.”

Woods called it the “thrill of a lifetime” to see Charlie hit a hole-in-one while his oldest child, daughter Sam Woods, served as their caddie for the tournament.

“That was the thrill of a lifetime to be able to have that moment with Charlie, make his first hole-in-one, [daughter] Sam on the bag, just our family and friends,” Woods said. “That’s what this event is about. It’s about bonding and family.

He added, “I know we didn’t win, but it was the fact that we competed. No one really made a mistake out there. We had to earn it, and that’s what you want to have.”

Woods is often seen cheering on Charlie as he embarks on his own golfing career.

Tiger Woods and Charlie Woods 

On Nov. 4, Woods was spotted watching as Charlie competed in a high school golf tournament at Miami Shores Country Club, according to The Palm Beach Post.

He also celebrated with Charlie earlier in the year when the teenager and his high school teammates received their championship rings after winning the 2023 state championship in Florida.

Woods has previously said that as a dad, he aims to both guide and protect his kids as they grow into their own.

“Being a parent, you always want to be the protector and guider of them and teach them skills that they will need in life when you’re not around,” Woods told Golf Digest in 2022. “And so that’s the most important thing about being a parent.”

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Claressa Shields Pens a Clear Message After Travis Hunter and Heisman Winner’s Unfortunate Decision

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Claressa Shields had enough. The American boxer has come to the aid of Travis Hunter after the online hate left the NFL star devastated. It even pushed him to delete his Instagram handle to protect his girlfriend. While there has been no word about the decision, he could have done it to escape the negativity. The whole incident has left many fans and pros seething with anger and frustration, and ‘GWOAT’ is no different.

It all started when the fans tore apart Leanna Lenee for her behavior at the Heisman Trophy ceremony. The fans saw her stay seated while the whole crowd stood up and applauded Hunter as he collected the Heisman trophy. The situation didn’t change even when Deion Sanders, the Buffaloes head coach, nudged her. After that, Lenee gave Hunter a brief hug before taking her seat again. This drew a lot of flak from the hardcore fans, and the scathing criticism didn’t stop.

Shields, 29, took to her X handle and took the Buffaloes star’s side. She blasted the fans for meddling with the lovely couple’s life and even pushed Hunter to the brink of deleting his Instagram account. She wrote, “This why I go off on y’all and hurt yall feelings! Why tf are you y’all trolling TRAVIS HUNTER for! Leave him tf alone! If he love the girl let him love her! Always in other mfs business! He too nice to yall a**! Mind yall MF’N business! Done made him deactivate his damn Instagram!”

The two-time undisputed champion then issued a warning to the hate-spitting fans. She continued, “I hate anybody who said something to him! Everybody not cut for that sh*t! Go accomplish something instead of being mean to athletes and celebrities! Stg I wanna break yall damn fingers !”

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Hunter himself had addressed the whole situation when he appeared in a Twitch stream and expressed his frustration. This was before he even decided to take a break from social media and keep himself and his fiancee away from the online hate.

Travis Hunter: telling the world the emotional turmoil Leanna Lenee going through

In the Twitch stream, the 21-year-old told his viewers that Lenee had slept after crying and resorting to drinking alcohol. He added how he didn’t want to disturb her sleep after all the troubles she was going through. He declared, “I know what I got. I know my girl. My girl’s been with me for five years. Y’all are just now starting to talk about me and just now starting to be with me. Come on, man.”

Lenee herself had tried to put up a defense for herself as she took on TikTok to share her side of the story. She said, “People are saying that I’m like, ‘What am I supposed to do? Just sit here?’ That’s not what I said, first of all.” She then detailed how fans were making wrong interpretations of a 7-second-long video. She also admitted she was taking pictures and talking to the fans. It might take a while for the two to escape the online windstorm.

What do you make of these comments by Claressa Shields about Travis Hunter? Do you agree with her? Let us know in the comments below.

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