What We Know So Far About NASCAR Star Jimmie Johnson's Family Tragedy
NASCAR star Jimmie Johnson's in-laws and their grandson all died in a suspected murder-suicide. Here's what we know about the family tragedy so far.
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This Is The Oldest MLB Stadium In America
Professional baseball was founded in the 19th century but the oldest MLB stadium in America wasn't built until 1912. It's still in use today.
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What Ray Lewis' Time In Jail Was Really Like
In 2000, Baltimore Ravens middle linebacker Ray Lewis had a two-week stint in prison. He was later released, and the murder charges against him were dropped.
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What Does BMX Stand For And When Did It Start?
BMX bike racing and culture was started by kids and evolved into an Olympic sport. Here's when it all began and what the letters BMX stand for.
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The Rise And Fall Of Andre The Giant
Andre the Giant was larger than life, with a storied and successful wrestling career that also played a part in his deteriorating health.
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The Only Pro Basketball Players To Achieve This NCAA And NBA Victory
The Denver Nuggets 2023 NBA championship saw rookie guard Christian Braun snag a key victory that only a few pro basketball players have achieved.
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The Most Intense Training Athletes Ever Went Through
To excel at their sport, elite athletes often think outside the box. This can lead to some intense training practices that would break mere mortals...
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X Games Athletes Who Died Too Young
X Games athletes are prone to engaging in extremely risky behavior, and some have paid the ultimate price. Here are the X Games athletes who died too young.
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Muhammad Ali's Greatest Wins
Muhammad Ali defeated the greatest fighters of his time and secured himself a legacy still discussed and lauded today. Here are 12 of his greatest victories.
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The Oldest Franchise In The NBA Was Founded 100 Years Ago
The oldest franchise in the NBA was founded 100 years ago. Since then, it's had four different monikers and represented five different cities.
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The Iron Sheik's Time In The Olympics And Beef With The IOC Explained
"If I see anybody on the street that work from the IOC I swear to the Jesus I suplex them put them in camel clutch break their back make them humble."
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The Tragic 2003 Murder Of The Iron Sheik's Daughter
In 2003 the daughter of the legendary wrestler The Iron Sheik was murdered by her boyfriend. Here's what happened that tragic night.
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The Tragic 1999 Plane Crash Death Of Golfer Payne Stewart
The tragic 1999 plane crash death of golfer Payne Stewart was extra eerie because all on board were unconscious for hours before the plane hit the ground.
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Things Found At Athlete Death Scenes
Athletes tragically die too, and sometimes leave behind clues to their demise where they fell. Here are some things found at athlete death scenes.
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Indy 500 Prize Money: First Vs Latest
The 2023 Indy 500 prize winnings - won by Josef Newgarden on Sunday, May 28, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedwa - set a new record.
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Drivers Killed During The Indy 500
Few things are more American than the Indy 500: It's even held on Memorial Day weekend. But some drivers have paid for the sport with their lives.
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What Happened To Vince Papale From Invincible?
Vince Papale's story of beating the odds late in life to make the Philadelphia Eagles inspired the 2006 film "Invincible." Here's what happened to him.
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Why The Indy 500 Is Called The Greatest Spectacle In Racing
The Indy 500 started in 1911, but it would take about 40 years to be coined "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" by a young copywriter.
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The Only Time 2 Indy 500 Drivers Died In The Same Race
It's hard to imagine two Indy 500 drivers dying in the same race, but the sport includes a lot of danger elements. Luckily this is the only time that happened.
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Why 1973 Is Considered The Indy 500's Worst Year
Each year, the Indy 500 happens on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The first Indy 500 took place in 1911.
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This Was The First Person To Die At The Indy 500
Car racing is inherently dangerous, but when the Indy 500 started, they didn't even have seatbelts. This was the first person to die at the Indy 500.
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The Real Reason Jim Brown Retired From The NFL So Young
Hall of Fame NFL player Jim Brown accomplished a lot in a relatively short career. Here's the real reason why he retired form the NFL so young.
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Why Medina Spirit Was Such A Controversial Kentucky Derby Winner
Though the Kentucky Derby has been going on since 1975, the 2021 winner, Medina Spirit, was one of its most controversial winners. Here's why.
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What Andre The Giant Was Like The Last Time These Celebs Saw Him Alive
Andre the Giant died in 1993, age 46. For those who saw him in his final years, it was not only heartbreaking, but it imparted some very important life lessons.
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Why Some Race Horses Die Before Or During Races
The leading cause of racehorse deaths is due to musculoskeletal injuries, but sadly that's not the end of the story.
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The Shady Side Of Churchill Downs
From stable murders to blatant racism to mysterious horse deaths, here is the shady side of Churchill Downs, the home of the Kentucky Derby.
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What Really Happened To Jock Jams?
"Jock Jams" collections filled the CD wallets of millions of people in the '90s and '00s. Here's the story of how the series started, and why it ended.
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