Simone Biles fires back at critics saying she ‘choked’ with ‘twisties’
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Simone Biles fires back at critics saying she ‘choked’ with ‘twisties’

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Simone Biles has issued her sharpest response yet to pundits who said she “choked” during her debilitating bout with the “twisties” during the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. In the recently released Netflix docuseries, “Simone Biles Rising,” the four-time Olympic gold medalist addressed those who called her a quitter, specifically reading…

Jerry Jones speaks on ‘sensitive’ paternity trial after surprising end
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Jerry Jones speaks on ‘sensitive’ paternity trial after surprising end

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Jerry Jones spoke to reporters for the first time Thursday after his paternity trial with 27-year-old Alexandra Davis shockingly concluded with a settlement on Tuesday. “It was resolved. It was unfortunate,” Jones said, per the Star-Telegram. “It was sensitive to me and my family… It was resolved. I certainly am…

Texas coach, ex-stripper get married 3 years after monkey bite lawsuit
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Texas coach, ex-stripper get married 3 years after monkey bite lawsuit

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Congratulations are in order for University of Texas football coach Jeff Banks. Taking to his Instagram this week, the assistant head coach announced he and his longtime girlfriend, Danielle Thomas, a former stripper, tied the knot recently. “Incredible 72 hours with our family and closest friends! We truly love you…

Harrison Butker says Serena Williams’ ESPYs 2024 jab at him was an ‘opportunity to disinvite’
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Harrison Butker says Serena Williams’ ESPYs 2024 jab at him was an ‘opportunity to disinvite’

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Serena Williams said women “don’t need” Harrison Butker to celebrate women’s sports. The tennis legend made the comment Thursday night at the ESPY Awards alongside her sister Venus Williams and actress Quinta Brunson. The Kansas City Chiefs kicker drew criticism when he delivered a commencement speech at Benedictine College that included encouraging female graduates to…

ESPN stars worried Cooper Flagg will face same ‘pressure’ as Caitlin Clark
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ESPN stars worried Cooper Flagg will face same ‘pressure’ as Caitlin Clark

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As a media storm has brewed surrounding Caitlin Clark’s lofty rookie season expectations, two prominent ESPN personalities are concerned the same may be in the cards for an up-and-coming phenom. While speaking on their signature “Pardon the Interruption” show on Thursday, hosts Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discussed 17-year-old basketball…

Serena Williams eviscerates Harrison Butker at ESPYs
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Serena Williams eviscerates Harrison Butker at ESPYs

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Serena Williams did not hide her feelings about controversial Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker.  While she and her sister, Venus Williams, and “Abbott Elementary” actress Quinta Brunson were on stage at the 2024 ESPY Awards, Venus implored sports fans to enjoy women’s sports “like you would any other sports because they…

Charles Barkley rips Skip Bayless’ ‘asinine’ Tom Brady-Bill Belichick take
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Charles Barkley rips Skip Bayless’ ‘asinine’ Tom Brady-Bill Belichick take

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Charles Barkley’s opinion of Skip Bayless still hasn’t changed — and the latest development in their feud involved Barkley blasting the “Undisputed” host’s “asinine” take about Tom Brady, Bill Belichick and the Patriots dynasty. During a segment on Friday’s edition of “The Dan Patrick Show,” Barkley brought up a comment…