Ben Church
Ben Church is a digital producer for CNN Sport, based in London. As a key member of CNN Sport, Church covers a variety of topics that intersect the worlds of sport and current affairs. He has taken particular interest in how sport has been impacted by conflicts and societal tension in Afghanistan, Iran and Ukraine. Church traveled to Doha to cover the 2022 FIFA World Cup for CNN's digital team, producing exclusives and writing stories from both on and off the pitch. He joined the department as an intern on the TV side for World Sport in 2018 after graduating from City University.
Biography:
https://www.cnn.com/profiles/ben-church
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
86%
Examples:
- Despite all his efforts, it turned out to be a frustrating night for Brunson.
- Victor Wembanyama produced one of the best performances
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
No current examples available.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- Jalen Brunson put up a career-best 61 points in an overtime game with the Spurs prevailing 130-126.
- Rick Carlisle didn't call a timeout with ten seconds left in regulation.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- The article exaggerates Wembanyama's performance by calling it a 'masterclass'
- Wembanyama quotes saying he wants to be in more duels with Brunson, implying this is something new when we know from previous articles and interviews that he has always been interested in competing against other top players.
Recent Articles
Novak Djokovic Addresses Crowd After Being Booed at Wimbledon: 'Good Night'
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion and world no. 2-ranked men's tennis player, expressed disappointment towards booing fans during his Wimbledon quarterfinal match against Holger Rune on July 9, 2024. Despite his claims, Rune believed fans were chanting his name instead. Djokovic underwent surgery for a torn meniscus prior to the tournament and is seeking his fourth French Open title, next facing Alex de Minaur in the quarterfinals. 
Emma Navarro's Surprising Run at Wimbledon: Defeating Coco Gauff and Reaching the Quarterfinals
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 202423-year-old Emma Navarro, a tennis player from New York City, surprises everyone with her impressive run at Wimbledon 2024, defeating Coco Gauff in the fourth round and reaching the quarterfinals. This year alone, she has won $1,074,546 in prize money and secured her first WTA title. 
Mark Cavendish Breaks Eddy Merckx's Record for Most Career Tour de France Stage Wins
Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024Mark Cavendish made history on July 3, 2024, by breaking Eddy Merckx's record for most career Tour de France stage wins during the fifth stage of the race. Despite facing challenges earlier in the Tour and being overlooked for a spot in the previous edition, Cavendish clinched his record-breaking 35th win with a sprint finish. 
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. 
Dornoch, Co-Owned by Retired MLB All-Star Jayson Werth, Wins Surprising Belmont Stakes Victory with Luis Saez
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024Retired MLB All-Star Jayson Werth and trainer Danny Gargan's co-owned Dornoch shocked the racing world with a 17-1 upset win at the 2024 Belmont Stakes, held at Saratoga Springs due to renovations. With jockey Luis Saez aboard, Dornoch defeated favorite Sierra Leone by a length and a half, marking Gargan and Saez's first Triple Crown victories. 
Indiana Pacers Suffer Heartbreaking Overtime Loss in Eastern Conference Finals: 22 Turnovers Prove Costly
Broke On: Wednesday, 22 May 2024Indiana Pacers suffer heart-wrenching overtime loss to Boston Celtics in Eastern Conference Finals, despite twice leading by double digits. Pacers committed 22 turnovers, resulting in 36 points for Celtics. Jaylen Brown led Celtics with game-high 36 points and clutch performance in overtime. 
Victor Wembanyama and Jalen Brunson Lead San Antonio Spurs to Overtime Victory over New York Knicks with Career-High Performances
Broke On: Saturday, 30 March 2024Victor Wembanyama and Jalen Brunson both had career-high performances in the thrilling overtime contest between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. The game was a nail biter with Wembanyama scoring 40 points, including a crucial three-pointer that helped secure victory for the Spurs. 
USWNT Loses to Mexico in Concacaf W Gold Cup Group Stage Game
Broke On: Tuesday, 27 February 2024The USWNT lost to Mexico in a Concacaf W Gold Cup group stage game on Monday night at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California. The defeat was Mexico's first against the USWNT since November 2010 and broke an unbeaten streak of 80 games (78 wins, two draws) for the USWNT on home soil against Concacaf opposition. Cleveland Browns' QB Deshaun Watson to Undergo Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery
Broke On: Wednesday, 15 November 2023Deshaun Watson, Cleveland Browns' quarterback, is set to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery due to injuries sustained during a game against the Baltimore Ravens. Watson is expected to make a full recovery and return for the 2024 season. In the wake of Watson's injury, Browns rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson will start at quarterback. Last year, Watson was suspended for 11 games and fined $5 million following accusations of sexual misconduct.