This week’s edition of our weekly list of Editor’s picks, we have a look at some of the biggest sports stories this year. It includes the USC quarterback who was awarded the Heisman Trophy in the USC football team, the Kansas University team that came back from a deficit in the NCAA Finals, and Deshaun Watson’s agreement with 23 women. We also take a look at the amount of the medals that were awarded at the World Cup, Serena Williams the brand that is launching a new pain reliever as well as the fight against ALS.
Claressa Shields took home the WBO middleweight title
Claressa Shields has been a American boxer that holds World titles in three weight classes. She has a record of 13 wins and two losses. The 27-year-old fighter is also an Olympic gold medallist. The only time she lost was when she was an amateur boxer. She lost her fight to Savannah Marshall.
After competing in amateur boxing, Claressa Shields turned pro in the year 2016. Claressa Shields began her professional journey with amateur boxing, as the super-middleweight. She reached the peak of female boxing, and took home numerous middleweight championships. Also, she was a gold medalist in world championships.
Joey Chestnut downs 63 dogs
Joey Chestnut eats all 63 buns and hot dogs in an amazing show of endurance and strength during Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest. The 38-year-old California resident was in the contest on crutches, yet was able to defeat Geoffrey Esper and other top foodies.
But, Chestnut will not be the only one who has faced controversy. Chestnut was confronted in the face by one of the protesters dressed in Darth Vader. The man was wearing a sign reading “Expose Smithfield’s Deathstar”.
Chestnut grasped the man’s neck the neck before he slammed into his head. Camera crews recorded the event, and the film has been posted to YouTube.
The investigation of Dan Snyder reflects poorly on a sports league that is working to increase its female fan base
The House Judiciary Committee spent a significant amount of the time and money investigating Dan Snyder, the owner of the Washington Commanders. The committee’s report is a complete examination of the culture of work at the Commanders. This report contained allegations made by ex-employees, such as a woman who claimed she saw people sexually assaulting women within the suite of the owner.
In addition, the House Justice Committee’s report is in line with previous stories from media sources. For instance, there was one woman who claimed that she received the $1.6million settlement when she filed claims of being sexually assaulted on the team’s plane. However, it did not contain any specifics regarding the truth of the account. The commander’s owner attempted to stop an investigation by the woman.
Deshaun Watson’s settlements have 23 women
The NFL has started its probe of Deshaun’s Watson, who is suspected of violations of its personal conduct policies. Watson was issued an 11-game suspension as well as a $5million fine. Due to confidentiality Watson refused to comment on the NFL’s or even the player’s decisions.
He was indicted by two grand juries, but they did not decide to take the case before a court of law. The Texans were under scrutiny following allegations that they provided Watson a confidentiality agreement. In addition, the Houston Police Department also investigates at least two other complaints against Watson.
Desmond Bane’s field-goal percentage of 22.2 percentage
The Memphis Grizzlies star Desmond Bane is an integral part of this season’s success. The player’s 22.2 percentage of field goals is not anything to worry about at all.
Despite his issues with injuries, the ex- OU star is enjoying an outstanding season. In addition to scoring 18.0 points per game, however, he’s also scoring a very respectable 4.4 Rebounds as well as 3.7 assists. The percentage of his three-point shots is 45.1 percent.
Kansas”‘s comeback in NCAA Finals history
On Monday night on Monday night, the Kansas Jayhawks defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels 72 to the score of 69, in New Orleans. This was the largest comeback in NCAA Finals History. It was Kansas four times winning in its history, and its second win under coach Bill Self.
When they fell behind by 15 points in the beginning of the game Kansas roared back by taking a lead of 31-10 early in the second half. With 1:30 minutes to go, North Carolina took the advantage 69-68.
Heisman Trophy triumph for USC QB
Caleb Williams, the USC quarterback was named the seventh Heisman trophy winner in school history. The victory was celebrated on the weekend in New York City. This was the fifth time the Trojans from the University of Southern California are winners of the Heisman in addition to Mike Garrett (1965), Carson Palmer (2002), Matt Leinart (2004), and Reggie Bush (2005).
Williams has become a coveted prospect after his outstanding results as a freshman at Oklahoma in the last year. Through his 13 games for the Trojans the quarterback has run up 47 touchdowns and four interceptions.
World Cup medal count
The United States has been the most coveted medallist for the past few days, but a new set of projections indicate that it is not capable of maintaining that title. In contrast to Japan that has had the highest number of medals during the previous two Winter Games, the US is projected to have fewer medals come 2022.
China is likely to increase its gold medal count by 18 however this figure might be very small considering the fact that there hasn’t been any Chinese athletes in the top eight of the sports they competed in the past two years. Its achievements in short track skiing as well as freestyle will still be a factor.
Serena Williams launches pain-relief brand
Serena Williams, tennis star has launched a lifestyle brand that focuses on recovery and pain relief. Will Perform was created by Serena and two CPG industry veterans. It’s available in Target. With daily skin and muscle care solutions, the line aims to bridge the gap between performance and self-care.
Eric Ryan, Serena Williams’ friend, helped to create the brand. They came up together to develop the idea of Will perform 2021. Will Perform was launched following an extremely successful crowdfunding round.