The Record Amount Of Money Secretariat Was Syndicated For
During the Belmont Stakes in 1973, the last stop in the Triple Crown, Secretariat outpaced his nearest competitor by an extraordinary 31 lengths.
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How Winning Baseball Games Temporarily Saved These Death Row Inmates
Once described as a place "of the Dark ages," Wyoming State Penitentiary was improved in 1911, providing reform programs and the formation of a baseball team.
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Why Jackie Robinson Couldn't Compete In The Olympics
While he played well in all the sports, Jackie Robinson might have had an equally successful track career if the opportunity had turned out differently.
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The Tragic Downfall Of Ex-NBA Star Delonte West
Delonte West is known as a classic example of a former NBA star who struggles with his mental health and addiction. Here's the story of his tragic downfall.
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How Dead Bodies Actually Help Hikers At Mount Everest
Almost 300 climbers have died on Mount Everest since the first attempt to reach the peak. Of those deaths, the majority of the bodies have not been recovered.
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The Unlikely Friend Jesse Owens Made At The 1936 Olympics
In spite of the dehumanizing framing of the games by their host country, Owens left Germany having forged a surprising, yet meaningful friendship.
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The Untold Truth Of The Ultimate Warrior
The Ultimate Warrior left a unique and colorful mark on the world of professional wrestling. His high-energy style was unparalleled in the sport.
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Here's How Much The Ultimate Warrior Was Worth When He Died
James Brian Hellwig, better known by his ring name The Ultimate Warrior, was a famous wrestler and WWE Hall of Famer who got his start as a bodybuilder.
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The Real Reason Mick Foley Retired From The WWE
If the testimony of three-time WWE world champion Mick Foley is anything to go by, professional wrestlers dread the end of their careers greater than most.
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The Rock 'N Sock Connection: The Truth About Mick Foley And The Rock's Tag Team
In 1999, WWE audiences were treated to one of the most charismatic -- if unexpected -- pairings in history, with the formation of the "Rock 'n Sock Connection."
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This Is How Much Mick Foley Is Worth Today
It is difficult to name another performer who has given as much to their chosen profession as the Indiana-born Mick Foley has given to pro wrestling.
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The Long-Standing Urban Legend Involving The Ultimate Warrior
Wrestling has several urban legends, including the one that made people wonder about the identity of the Ultimate Warrior who appeared at WrestleMania 8.
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Details You Never Knew About Mick Foley
During his heyday, Mick Foley was one of the unlikeliest top-tier stars in professional wrestling. Here are some facts about Foley that you may not be aware of.
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The Tragic Death Of Secretariat
Secretariat had inauspicious beginnings. His eventual groom, Eddie Sweat, later reported, "I didn't think much of him when we first got him ... real clumsy."
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This Was The Secret To Jesse Owens' Speed
How did Jesse Owens become one of the greatest speedsters to ever compete? It was partly due to a very specific (and unusual) technique.
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The Crazy History Of The Seven Summits Mountaineering Challenge
What if you went out to climb the highest peak on every continent on Earth? Well, there's a competition for that -- the Seven Summits Mountaineering Challenge.
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Everything You Never Knew About The Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The 112-year-old Indianapolis Motor Speedway annually holds what is arguably the most well known car race in the country, the Indy 500.
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What You Didn't Know About Kobe Bryant's Rapping Career
Besides becoming a basketball superstar, the late Kobe Bryant dabbled in rap music around the same time he was drafted into the NBA.
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Here's What Happens If You Lose The Tour De France
Like some other sports, the Tour de France has a particular way of recognizing the person who finishes in last place during the prestigious event.
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This Was Bret Hart's Biggest Challenge In Life
Bret "The Hitman" Hart has had an illustrious career that has seen him get inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame for his many achievements.
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The Truth About Bret Hart's Relationship With His Brother, Owen
At the 1994 Royal Rumble, Owen Hart brutally attacked Bret Hart after they failed to win the Tag Team Championships from the Quebecers.
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What You Didn't Know About Russell Westbrook
Currently in his 13th season playing for the Washington Wizards, Russell Westbrook is one of the top-ranking players in the NBA.
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The Most Dangerous Sports In The World
What are the world's most dangerous sports? Here are some historical and contemporary sports that you might want to avoid.
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Did The Olympics Make Jesse Owens Rich?
Out of all the pioneering African American athletes who made a name for themselves, track and field star Jesse Owens is arguably among the most iconic.
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The Truth About Shawn Michaels' Addiction Struggles
Despite addiction struggles, three time WWE World Heavyweight champion Shawn Michaels has had a long and storied wrestling career.
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Here Are Kobe Bryant's Final Texts To Michael Jordan
Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan may have come from different generations as basketball players, but the mutual respect was undeniable.
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Here's How Much Shawn Michaels Is Actually Worth Today
For instance, Michaels' ongoing beef with Hart would last for years. The rivalry was entertainment that kept fans tuned in, and also kept Michaels well paid.
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