Christiaan Bezuidenhout, a South African golfer, is making waves at the Open Championship in Northern Ireland. He's not the highest-ranked player, but his story is one of resilience and determination. As a toddler, Bezuidenhout accidentally drank rat poison, which left him with a stutter and battles with anxiety and depression. Growing up in a small town, he faced b...
In the small town of Sant Pere de Ribes, Spain, a mural captures the essence of Aitana Bonmatí's journey. It shows her holding a Ballon d’Or trophy, embracing her younger self, embodying the town's motto: "Win or learn. You never lose. " This phrase reflects Bonmatí's relentless spirit, which has propelled her to the pinnacle of women's soccer. Bonmatí's story begin...
On a night filled with emotions, Schaefer, a talented defenseman from the Ontario Hockey League, made history. The Islanders picked him first in the 2025 NHL Draft. Schaefer had a special surprise hidden in his suit. He kept a photo of his late mother close to his heart. This small gesture made the moment even more meaningful. When his name was called, Schaefer coul...
The Philadelphia Eagles' running back, Saquon Barkley, has made a significant impact on and off the field. He has been chosen to grace the cover of Madden NFL 26, a popular football video game. This honor comes after a stellar season where he showcased his unique skills and athleticism. Barkley's season was nothing short of spectacular. He rushed for an impressive 2...
Deion Sanders has never been a fan of Santa Claus. When his son Shedeur was just 11, Deion and his ex-wife Pilar divorced. This divorce had a big impact on the Sanders family holidays. Deion's kids didn't grow up with the traditional Christmas experience. Instead of wrapped presents, they got Amazon boxes. Deion frankly admits that he doesn't like giving credit to "s...
The year 2024 was quite a showstopper in the world of sports. The New York Liberty won their first Finals, the Boston Celtics clinched another ring, Rafael Nadal retired, Simone Biles added another gold to her collection, Lewis Hamilton hung up his racing gloves, and the Paris Olympics took place. But surprisingly, it was Caitlin Clark who grabbed the TIME Athlete of...
Imagine stepping onto the court for your very first NBA game and making a huge splash. That's exactly what LeBron James did back in 2003. Just 18 years old, he scored 25 points, dished out 9 assists, grabbed 6 rebounds, and even snatched 4 steals. It was a dream start for the young talent, but unfortunately, the Cleveland Cavaliers lost to the Sacramento Kings, 106-9...
At just 20 years old, tennis star Coco Gauff has already achieved a lot. She recently won the China Open and did well at the Wuhan Open. Now, she's taking a break. But while she rests, her younger brother Codey is making waves in sports. Codey, who is 16, plays baseball and recently shared some exciting news on Instagram. He's committed to playing baseball at Mizzou ...
On October 18, 1974, Nate Thurmond became the first player in NBA history to record a quadruple-double. This incredible feat happened in his debut game with the Chicago Bulls. Thurmond scored 22 points, grabbed 14 rebounds, dished out 13 assists, and blocked 12 shots. This performance helped the Bulls win an overtime thriller against the Atlanta Hawks, 120-115. Befo...