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Justin Verlander recounts on a podcast how Kate Upton tweeted in frustration after he lost the 2016 AL Cy Young Award, and how he asked her to stop. The piece revisits the infamous tweet ahead of its 10-year anniversary.
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The Brooklyn Nets signed forwards Dain Dainja and Ben Humrichous to fill out their 21-man training camp roster. Both played for the Nets in Summer League and are likely on Exhibit 10 deals headed to the G-League. The article provides contract details and player stats with no political or ideological valence.
A sports betting column previews the Mets-Rangers game, focusing on pitcher Nolan McLean's final start and the Rangers' playoff push. The writer offers a betting pick on the Mets moneyline.
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Essex cricketer Robin Das, 24, has been charged with two counts of rape following an August 2025 arrest over a March 2024 incident in Brixton, and will appear at London Crown Court on October 9. The club confirmed his suspension and said it is following legal processes but declined further comment.
Sports business expert Darren Rovell recounts leaving Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals at halftime, missing the Knicks' historic comeback win over the Spurs, and later attending Game 5 in San Antonio. The piece is a light sports anecdote with no political content.
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Raiders backup quarterback Fernando Mendoza is launching a financial education video series called 'Finance with Fernando' in partnership with US Bank, aimed at teaching Gen Z about topics like 401(k) contributions. The article covers the announcement and mentions Mendoza's college career, LinkedIn activity, and his current role on the team.
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A teammate jokingly called 49ers backup quarterback Mac Jones a 'ladies man' on a podcast, sharing that he receives DMs from women asking to be set up with Jones. The article notes Jones recently became single after breaking up with his college girlfriend.
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An influencer fought a six-foot humanoid robot in a cage match in San Francisco, with footage showing him being kicked across the ring. The robot-fighting company says he actually won and fought multiple robots that night.
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Lothar Matthaus, 65, attended Oktoberfest with his 27-year-old girlfriend Theresa Sommer, who is younger than his two daughters. The article recounts his past marriages and divorces and notes he says he will not marry a sixth time.
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A Guardian Sport feature profiles ultrarunner Jenn Lichter, tracing her journey from a Colombian orphanage to adopting a record-breaking win at the Western States 100. The piece focuses on her resilience, family history, and running career rather than political or ideological conflict.
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Henry Pollock has signed a new multi-year contract with Northampton Saints reportedly worth in excess of £400,000 per year. The article details his career rise, the contract negotiations, and salary context within Premiership Rugby. It includes quotes from Pollock and Northampton's director of rugby.
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England fast bowler Mark Wood has announced his immediate retirement from international cricket at 36, citing medical advice and persistent injuries. Wood took 119 wickets in 38 Tests and was part of England’s 2019 50-over and 2022 T20 World Cup-winning squads.