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Recent Articles
Paris Olympics: Team USA's Gymnastics and Swimming Stars Shine
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024Team USA dominates Paris Olympics with standout performances from Simone Biles in gymnastics, Katie Ledecky in swimming, and Coco Gauff in tennis. Biles leads the way for the gymnastics team with a commanding all-around total. Ledecky qualifies for finals with a dominant performance in the 1500m heat. Gauff drops only nine games across six sets in three matches. 
Ariarne Titmus Defends Olympic Title in Women's 400-meter Freestyle Final, USA Wins Men's 4x100m Free Relay
Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024Ariarne Titmus defied the odds to win the women's 400-meter freestyle final at the 2024 Olympics, edging out Katie Ledecky by a narrow margin. In other swimming action, Titmus secured her third consecutive major title, while Lukas Maertens claimed gold for Germany in the men's event. The USA and Australia teams set an Olympic record in the men's 4x100m free relay final. 
Paris 2024 Olympics: A Historic Blend of Modern Gold and Ancient Tradition
Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024The Paris 2024 Olympics, featuring a unique Eiffel Tower-inspired gold medal design and an opening ceremony along the River Seine, celebrate both modernity and history as athletes from around the world compete in diverse sports. Paris 2024 Olympics: A Grand Opening on the Seine with Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, and More
Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024Paris pulls off a daring and successful 2024 Olympics opening ceremony along the Seine River, featuring a parade of nations, Notre Dame performance, and musical acts like Lady Gaga and Celine Dion. Despite concerns over security and logistics, the event showcases France's resilience and unity. 
2024 MLB Draft: Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays Shine with Promising Prospects
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024The 2024 MLB Draft showcased promising prospects for American League teams, particularly the Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays. Notable picks include Travis Bazzana (Cleveland) and Theo Gillen (Tampa Bay), along with strong selections by Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees, highlighting a focus on defense, power, pitching control and striking ability. 
Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic Face Off in Rematch of Thrilling 2023 Final
Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024In the highly anticipated Wimbledon 2024 men's final, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic will face off in a rematch of their thrilling 2023 encounter. Both players have added another grand slam title to their resumes since then, making this final even more significant. The Wimbledon final is a must-watch event for tennis fans around the world, with both players having a strong motivation to win. 
NBA Offseason Moves: Paul George to Sixers, Chris Paul to Spurs, and More
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024The NBA offseason has been marked by significant free agent signings and trades. The Los Angeles Clippers lost Paul George to free agency and signed Kevin Porter Jr., raising concerns about their roster. The Philadelphia 76ers are in talks with George, who could significantly strengthen their lineup around Joel Embiid. Chris Paul is joining the San Antonio Spurs to provide leadership for young prospect Victor Wembanyama. Other notable moves include Kentavious Caldwell-Pope's signing with the Orlando Magic and Andre Drummond's deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. 
US Superiority Shines in 2-0 Copa América Win Over Bolivia: Pulisic Scores, Balogun Controversially Disallowed
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024In the 2024 Copa América opener, the US team showcased their dominance with a 2-0 victory over Bolivia. Christian Pulisic scored an early goal and Folarin Balogun added another before halftime, but Balogun's goal was controversially disallowed for offside. Despite areas for improvement, the US team controlled possession and cruised to victory against a struggling Bolivian side. With Pulisic and Balogun leading the charge, the US team aims to prove their international soccer prowess and dispel doubts ahead of their next match against Panama. 
USMNT Kicks Off Copa America with Impressive 2-0 Victory Over Bolivia: Christian Pulisic Shines
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024The USMNT kicked off the 2024 Copa America with a 2-0 win over Bolivia, thanks to Christian Pulisic's impressive skills and leadership. Folarin Balogun added the second goal before halftime, securing their lead despite generating only 0.38 expected goals in the first half. The team's cohesive play and ability to capitalize on opportunities sets a strong tone for their tournament journey, with Panama next on June 27. 
USMNT Starts Copa América Strong with 2-0 Victory Over Bolivia: Christian Pulisic Scores Both Goals
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024In the 2024 Copa América, the USMNT, with an average age of 25 years old and Christian Pulisic scoring both goals in a 2-0 victory against Bolivia at Atlanta's stadium, became the youngest team to win a match since 2011. Critics noted improvement areas for central defense. Guillermo Viscarra put up a valiant fight in goal for Bolivia.