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Keanu Reeves Made His Professional Racing Debut at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Keanu Reeves is showing everyone that he is more than just a Hollywood star. Making his professional auto racing debut earlier this weekend, The Matrix actor initially qualified 31st out of the 35 cars and finished 25th. He ran as high as 21st place at some point during the race, even avoiding a first lap crash at Turn 14 in Saturday's race. Around the 45-minute mark, he also spun into the grass, but without a collision, on the exit of Turn 9 with 21 minutes remaining. He competed again on Sunday for a second race and placed 24th.The 60-year-old actor competed at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in the Toyota GR Cup -- a Toyota spec-racing series and support series for this past weekend's Indy 8 Hour sports car event. Driving the No. 92 BRZRKR car for his debut while promoting his graphic n...

Michael Jordan Is Confident in Outcome of Lawsuit Against NASCAR

Just last week, NBA legend Michael Jordan made a bold accusation towards NASCAR operators for being "monopolistic bullies" who serve to line the pockets of the organization's founding families. Over the weekend, Jordan expressed his confidence in the outcome of his antitrust lawsuit that his time 23XI Racing filed in tandem with Front Row Motorsports.Jordan told The Athletic, "I wouldn't have filed it if I didn't think I could win." His comments were made during Sunday's race at Talladega Superspeedway. The lawsuit alleges that NASCAR operates as a monopoly and utilizes "anticompetitive and exclusionary practices" to "enrich themselves at the expense of the premier stock car racing teams." The issues centered around the lawsuit follow NASCAR's "charter system" and a final "take-it-or-leave...

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Made a Shocking Return to WWE Bad Blood

The Rock made an explosive return to Saturday night's WWE Bad Blook live event.While he did not do much, his short appearance was enough to send the arena into a frenzy. Playing off the less is more idea, The Rock made his entrance, interrupting Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes' celebratory moment in the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. His appearance signifies that the Final Boss is back after The Original Tribal Chief and The American Nightmare defeated Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu. As Cody held the championship title over his head, The Rock made his entrance with his theme song blaring and crowd screaming. The Great One shows up with his own People's Champion belt, staring down Roman and Cody, and later counting to three before motioning the fingers across his neck. The simple act was a g...

Assouline Drops a Ballin’ Book About the NBA, ‘Basketball: The Impossible Collection’

Assouline is looking back at some of the most significant moments in history of the NBA. Journalist Howard Beck has recounted the most unforgettable events on and off the court, giving basketball fans a chance to relive history through captivating visuals. A look back at the impact the league has had on the world, the luxury book publisher Assouline, is debuting it as a part of the Ultimate collection that explores 100 of the NBA's most iconic moments. The book, titled Basketball: The Impossible Collection, features words from renowned journalist Howard Beck as these unforgettable events are shared through inspiring images that pinpoint NBA legends from Wilt Chamberlain to Michael Jordan, from Allen Iverson to LeBron James, all contributing to the legendary history of the league. From back...

NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutumbo Dead at 58

Dikembe Mutombo, the NBA Hall of Fame center known for his staunch defense, outsize, joyful personality, and extensive humanitarian work, has died of brain cancer at age 58. Mutombo's family revealed that he was undergoing treatment for a tumor in his brain two years ago, and the NBA officially announced his passing today, September 30. "Dikembe Mutombo was simply larger than life," NBA commissioner Adam Silver said as part of an official statement. "On the court, he was one of the greatest shot blockers and defensive players in the history of the NBA. Off the floor, he poured his heart and soul into helping others."Mutombo's NBA career stretched over 18 seasons from 1991-2009 and saw him take the court with the Denver Nuggets, Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Nets (well befor...

Dikembe Mutombo Passes Away At 58, Xitter Salutes The Legend

Dikembe Mutombo, the shot-blocking NBA legend and member of its Hall of Fame, has passed away. He was only 58. Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has passed away at 58 years old due to brain cancer. pic.twitter.com/taDWSFeCQE — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) September 30, 2024 NBA analyst Shams Charania reported that Mutombo passed away from […] The post Dikembe Mutombo Passes Away At 58, Xitter Salutes The Legend appeared first on Hip-Hop Wired.

Daniel Ricciardo Exits Visa Cash App RB F1 Team Mid-Season

Effective immediately, F1 has announced that eight-time race winner Daniel Ricciardo will be leaving Visa Cash App RB and will be replaced by New Zealander Liam Lawson. The announcement comes mid-season as Lawson is expected to race the final six races of the season. The Australian driver only last returned to the F1 race seat last year in Hungary with AlphaTauri and later stayed on when the team became RB. He was left without a seat in 2023 when he departed McLaren.In an emotional post on Instagram, Ricciardo wrote and ode to the sport and a note to his fans, "I've loved this sport my whole life. It's wild and wonderful and been a journey. To the teams and individuals that have played their part, thank you. To the fans who love the sport sometimes more than me...thank you. It'll always ha...

The Endrick Era Is Fast Approaching

For the average teenager, it’s an accomplishment to just play sports for their school or rec team. For Endrick, the Brazilian wonderkid had already signed for São Paulo’s Palmeiras by age 16, lighting up the Campeonato Brasileiro, playing 100 matches in the past two seasons — 11 of which for the national team. Like any phenom destined for greatness, he’s penned a contract for Real Madrid — but unlike the rest, he’s the youngest player to ever do so.It’s understandable that anyone joining a team of Galácticos, like the current Los Blancos side — joining Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham and the newly minted Kylian Mbappé — would end up just sitting on the bench. Endrick, however, has already made his impact felt, scoring a laser outside the box against Stuttgart in the UEFA Champions League,...

SNIPES’ New PSG Partnership Is More Than Just a Logo on a Football Jersey

This season, sneaker and streetwear retailer SNIPES is getting in on the football action, announcing a new partnership with Paris Saint-Germain. As it marks its debut in football, the latest deal will see the brand join the major team for three years where it will act as the official culture and community partner. With its logo placed on the back of the Mens First Team’s jerseys, the partnership will be unveiled on the world’s stage during the closely watched Ligue One games this week. However, SNIPES has vouched that it intends to go beyond a pitch presence to encourage a wider positive change throughout its tenure. Intertwining a history of platforming creatives with PSG’s reach across the country, it plans to give back to fans through charity fundraisers and club-related events. Speakin...

Derrick Rose Is Retiring From the NBA After 16 Seasons

Derrick Rose has announced his retirement from the NBA after playing 16 seasons in the league across 6 different teams. The point guard was waived by the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday for the 2024-25 season.Rose, who is almost 36, has battled injuries on and off across the past three seasons. The point guard began his professional career in 2008 when he was selected first in the NBA draft by the Chicago Bulls. In 2011, Rose received the MVP award when he was just 22.Following the Bulls, Rose played for New York, Detroit, Minnesota and Cleveland before joining Memphis for the final season of his career.Rose shared a philosophical statement addressed to the sport of basketball on his Instagram.“You believe in me through the highs and lows, my constant when everything else seemed uncertain,” he...

Vince Carter’s No. 15 Jersey To Be Retired by Toronto Raptors

Vince Carter is cementing himself in NBA history. Following the announcement earlier this spring that he will be joining the Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2024, Carter will also have his jersey retired in two arenas this season. Set to be inducted into the Hall of Fame next month, Carter will also have his jersey hanging from the rafters by the Toronto Raptors. The ceremony will take place on November 2 when the Raptors face the Atlanta Hawks, making Carter the first player in the history of the Raptors' franchise to have his number retired. Carter will also be receiving the same honor by the Brooklyn Nets, who also announced last week that his No. 15 jersey will hang on rafters on January 25 when the Nets face-off against the Miami Heat. Over the course of his 22-year long NBA career, ...

Mercedes-Benz and Roger Federer Unveil Latest Neon Legacy Give Back Project

Mercedes-Benz and tennis legend Roger Federer have unveiled their latest Neon Legacy project in Berlin, continuing their mission to "Give Back" through social initiatives. The Neon Legacy project, launched in 2021, focuses on promoting youth sports and its newest development is the renovation of a sports area for the Schlupfwinkel youth club in Berlin.The revamped facility, inaugurated by Federer and Bettina Fetzer, Vice President of Communications and Marketing at Mercedes-Benz, includes a newly constructed tennis wall. The wall was decorated with vibrant floral designs by Berlin-based artist Rommy Gonzalez, adding a creative flair to the initiative. Federer emphasized the importance of the project, reflecting on how training with a tennis wall shaped his own career. "I’m excited to share...