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Myktybek Orolbai and Mateusz Rebecki meet in a clash of two of the lightweight division’s most intriguing up-and-comers. MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck confirmed with sources with knowledge of the matchup that Orolbai (13-1-1) and Rebecki (19-2) are set to face off at UFC 308 on Oct. 26. The bout was first reported by Full Violence. Kyrgyzstan’s Orolbai has impressed in two UFC appearances, submitting Uros Medic in his debut and then earning a unanimous decision nod over Elves Brener at UFC 301 this past May. Prior to being signed by the UFC, Orolbai was a standout in LFA. Rebecki also…
Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey. Jadeon Carter from Lincoln, Nebraska, has made a verbal commitment to the University of Missouri for the 2025-26 school year and beyond. “I chose Missouri because of the academic resources and the athletic resources they provide. The team culture makes it feel like home and all of the staff…
Image 1 of 7Conor Swift wins the British gravel title(Image credit: Red On Sports & Joe Cotterill)Annabel Fisher tops the women’s podium at the 2024 British gravel championships(Image credit: Red On Sports & Joe Cotterill)Conor Swift celebrates his win(Image credit: Red On Sports & Joe Cotterill)Annabel Fisher takes the British win(Image credit: Red On Sports & Joe Cotterill)(Image credit: Red On Sports & Joe Cotterill)Alison Jackson leads the attack(Image credit: Red On Sports & Joe Cotterill)Alison Jackson won the race but not the title(Image credit: Red On Sports & Joe Cotterill)Conor Swift (Ineos Grenadiers) and Annabel Fisher (Classified Ridley Factory)…
Hawaii’s Ben Zeigler-Namoa starred for Orleans this summer (Aaron Fitt) Summer Baseball Aaron Fitt – August 31, 2024 It was a trying summer for the Orleans Firebirds, who went 15-25 to finish fourth in the East Division — but Orleans hung tough after a 5-15 start, going 10-10 the rest of the way to make the playoffs. There were plenty of individual bright spots, highlighted by righthander Itsuki Takemoto (Hawaii) winning the league’s Whitehouse Outstanding Pitcher Award. Itsuki led a contingent of six Firebirds who made the all-star game, as he was joined by fellow righties Callan Fang and Cody…
Paul Merson believes Arsenal’s signing of Raheem Sterling could prove the difference in this season’s Premier League title race. The Gunners have finished second to Manchester City in each of the last two campaigns and even took the race down to the final day in 2023/24 before ultimately losing out.City outscored Arsenal by six goals in 2022/23 and five goals last campaign, with Mikel Arteta’s men just lacking a special ingredient to win their first title since the Arsene Wenger invincibles of 2003/04.Merson backs ‘amazing’ Sterling to give Arsenal title edgeRaheem Sterling of Arsenal looks on from the stands during the…
Grant Williams’ late try rounded off a stunning South Africa comeback as they beat New Zealand in the third week of the Rugby Championship.The Springboks trailed at the break and were 27-17 down at one point, but New Zealand prop Ofa Tu’ungafasi’s 69th-minute sin-bin helped the hosts find victory.The All Blacks scored four tries – one more than the Springboks – but fly-half Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s kicking proved crucial as he provided 16 points with the boot.Feinberg-Mngomezulu was successful with four penalties and two conversions in a high-intensity match which was a repeat of last year’s World Cup final.New Zealand led…
American Jessica Pegula continued to underline her title credentials at the US Open with a routine victory against Spain’s Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in the third round.The sixth seed wrapped up a dominant 6-3 6-3 win in 70 minutes at Arthur Ashe Stadium.Pegula has yet to drop a set in New York and the strength of her service game has been illustrated by the home hope winning 89% of her first serve points.Pegula, who is through to the fourth round of a Grand Slam for the first time this year, will next face rising star Diana Shnaider.The 20-year-old Russian, seeded 18th,…
Terence Crawford (right) interviewed by DAZN’s Chris Mannix after his Aug. 3 win over Israil Madrimov to claim the WBA 154-pound title. Photo credit: Matchroom Boxing Terence Crawford has concluded his RING and undisputed welterweight championship reign. The last piece of the puzzle—the WBA belt—has been relinquished by the four-division titlist. Crawford (41-0, 31 knockouts) contacted the sanctioning body in writing to express his commitment to his current WBA 154-pound title reign. “Terence Crawford decided to remain as champion in the super welterweight division… and vacate his welterweight belt,” the WBA confirmed. “[Crawford] sent a letter in which he informed…
Yorkshire were crowned winners of the 2024 Boys’ County Finals after beating Gloucestershire, Kent and Cambridgeshire at Teignmouth Golf Club in Devon. After beating Gloucestershire (5.5-3.5) and Kent (6-3) on the first two days, they saw off Cambridgeshire 6.5-2.5 on Thursday to secure the trophy. Tai Naylor was Yorkshire’s star performer and one of only two unbeaten players at the event, as he picked up 5.5 from six points available, while 14-year-old Thomas Hartshorne and Alex Boyes also won five out six points in superb showings. Naylor said: “It’s been a brilliant week all week, with a lot of hard…
The Indiana Pacers and reserve guard T.J. McConnell have agreed to a four-year, $45 million contract extension that takes him through the 2028-29 season, Mark Bartelstein and Andy Shiffman of Priority Sports announced on Friday. McConnell, 32, had been under contract for $9.3 million for the 2024-25 season and now is tied to the Pacers for five years and $54 million. He’s the 13th player to sign a veteran extension since the 2023-24 regular season ended. McConnell becomes the 13th player to sign a veteran extension (not super max) since the regular season ended. – Steph Curry– Lauri Markkanen– Jarrett…