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Ronaldo to stay in Saudi Arabia with fresh two-year Al-Nassr contract
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to extend his contract with Al-Nassr after weeks of speculation about his future, as the club simultaneously works to sign Casemiro and find a new manager following Pioli’s exit.
The Lakers, the legacy, and the house that Buss built
Under Mark Walter, the Lakers will likely become what Jerry Buss first imagined — not just a dominant team, but a dominant business. One that’s scalable, international, modern, and deeply tied to the fabric of Los Angeles.
JJ Spaun wins US Open 2025 with dramatic 65-foot birdie at Oakmont
JJ Spaun claimed his first major title at the US Open 2025 with a sensational 65-foot birdie on the final hole, beating Robert MacIntyre in a chaotic, rain-delayed finale at Oakmont.
Tyson’s comeback falls to Paul’s endurance in fight for the ages
Mike Tyson’s comeback met an unstoppable force in Jake Paul, as youth triumphed over legend in a fight that echoed boxing’s timeless intensity. Tyson’s legacy lives on, but the new era just made its mark.
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: Netflix’s epic showdown changes boxing forever
Jake Paul and Mike Tyson’s Netflix showdown merges boxing history with social media’s reach, marking a historic debut for live sports streaming.