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What Happened to Olympic Track Star Erriyon Knighton? Inside the Details of His Major Career Setback
Erriyon Knighton was just 18 when he earned the bronze medal at the 2022 World Athletics Championships — making him the youngest in history to receive the title.
By Danielle JenningsSept. 12 2025, Published 12:44 p.m. ET
Sports
J.J. McCarthy Baby News: Vikings QB Misses Practice as Fiancée Goes Into Labor
"Soon to be family of 5."
By Amy ColemanSept. 12 2025, Published 12:31 p.m. ET

Sports
What Happened to Christy Martin? There Was a Day She Thought, “This Is How It Ends”
"Jim told me for 20 years that he would kill me."
By Trisha FaulknerSept. 12 2025, Published 12:24 p.m. ET
Human Interest
Transgender Team USA Cyclist Chelsea Wolfe Faces Backlash Following Posts About Charlie Kirk
"Being a Nazi is completely options, btw. He didn't have to do all that, but he did and now he's dead."
By Jennifer TisdaleSept. 12 2025, Published 12:19 p.m. ET
Sports
Rylan Schadegg Died After Establishing Himself as a Top-Tier Athlete
The professional athlete was heavily involved with the HYROX Fitness Race over the course of his career.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 12 2025, Published 11:31 a.m. ET
Sports
Aaron Judge Is an All-Time Great Yankee, but Why Did He Shake Trump's Hand? What Are His Political Leanings?
Aaron Judge has been careful to avoid politics throughout his career.
By Joseph AllenSept. 12 2025, Published 10:53 a.m. ET
Sports
The Location for WWE WrestleMania 43 May Have Been Revealed Earlier Than Expected
It might be time for the massive event to take place outside of North America for the first time in history.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 11 2025, Published 4:17 p.m. ET
Sports
The Tragedy of Graham Howes Is a Reminder of the Dangers That Come With Surfing
Several institutions were involved in the investigation surrounding what happened to the professional athlete.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 11 2025, Published 1:25 p.m. ET
Sports
Wander Franco Suffers a "Mental Health Situation" Three Months After Child Sexual Abuse Conviction
Wander Franco was on Instagram Live when police showed up at his house.
By Melissa WilletsSept. 10 2025, Updated 4:17 p.m. ET
Sports
Former Premier League Referee David Coote Under Microscope Amid Disturbing Charges
"WHAT could have compelled him to do this?"
By Ivy GriffithSept. 10 2025, Published 1:48 p.m. ET
Sports
A Woman Known as "Phillies Karen" Caused Some Drama During a Recent Marlins Game
The woman in question has not yet been successfully identified.
By Joseph AllenSept. 10 2025, Published 10:34 a.m. ET
Sports
What Happened to WWE Star Chad Gable? Find out What the Wrestler Has Been up To
Chad Gable officially signed to the WWE in 2013, a year after competing at the 2012 Olympics.
By Danielle JenningsSept. 9 2025, Published 5:07 p.m. ET
Sports
Here's Why Sam Darnold Left the Minnesota Vikings
The NFL star only played for the team for one season.
By Niko MannSept. 9 2025, Published 4:37 p.m. ET
Sports
J.J. McCarthy's Parents Prove That Passion for Football Can Be Inherited
The Minnesota Vikings star is still trying to make a name for himself in the NFL after a successful college career.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 9 2025, Published 3:24 p.m. ET
Sports
The VMH Tag on the Chicago Bears Jerseys Has a Wholesome Meaning Behind It
Ben Johnson started out the 2025-2026 NFL season as the team's head coach for the first time in his career.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 9 2025, Published 11:00 a.m. ET
Sports
Justin Tucker Is Facing Serious Allegations, but His Football Career Isn't Necessarily Over
Justin Tucker has allegedly been banned from two massage spas in the Baltimore area.
By Jennifer TisdaleSept. 9 2025, Published 9:28 a.m. ET
Sports
Why Did Aaron Rodgers Leave the New York Jets? Inside the Details of His Drama-Filled Exit
Aaron Rodgers made his NFL debut in 2005 when he was drafted in the first round by the Green Bay Packers.
By Danielle JenningsSept. 9 2025, Published 9:24 a.m. ET
Entertainment
Why Did Detroit Lions Running Back Jahmyr Gibbs Change His Number From 26 to 0?
The NFL star changed his number ahead of the 2025 football season.
By Niko MannSept. 8 2025, Published 3:16 p.m. ET
Sports
UCLA Backup Quarterback Pierce Clarkson Has Been Suspended Indefinitely Following His Arrest
The felony charges are allegedly related to a domestic assault incident.
By Jennifer TisdaleSept. 8 2025, Published 11:29 a.m. ET
Sports
The Injury That Prevented Caitlin Clark From Playing in 2025 — Explained
"I had hoped to share a better update, but I will not be returning to play this season."
By Diego PeraltaSept. 5 2025, Published 3:11 p.m. ET
Sports
WNBA Ratings Without Caitlin Clark Show Her Power and the League’s Growth
TV broadcasts averaged more than 1.8 million viewers before her quad and groin injuries forced her to sit out.
By Amy ColemanSept. 5 2025, Published 12:33 p.m. ET
Sports
Jalen Carter Appears to Have Regrets About Spitting on Cowboys QB Dak Prescott
There appeared to be some spitting from both players.
By Joseph AllenSept. 5 2025, Published 11:23 a.m. ET
Sports
Why Did NFL Star Amari Cooper Retire? Inside His Sudden and Shocking Announcement
Amari Cooper made his NFL debut in 2015 when he was the first overall draft pick for the Oakland Raiders.
By Danielle JenningsSept. 5 2025, Published 9:36 a.m. ET
Sports
The Meaning Behind Conor McGregor's Tattoos Range in Significance for the UFC Star
The several images the can be seen across the athlete's body have been added over the course of years.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 5 2025, Published 9:22 a.m. ET
Sports
NBA Star Kawhi Leonard’s Net Worth Is on a Championship Level — Inside His Massive Fortune
Kawhi Leonard made his NBA debut in 2011 when he was initially selected as the 15th overall draft pick by the Indiana Pacers.
By Danielle JenningsSept. 4 2025, Published 6:13 p.m. ET
Sports
F1 Driver Valtteri Bottas’s Impressive Net Worth Stems From His Hard Work on the Tarmac
The racing champion joined Sergio Perez to lead Cadillac's F1 team in 2026.
By Elizabeth RandolphSept. 4 2025, Published 5:14 p.m. ET
Sports
Who Are NFL Star Tyreek Hill's Kids? He Was Served With Two Paternity Suits
Tyreek Hill is now rumored to have 12 kids with five different women. In 2023, two of his exes came forward with paternity lawsuits against him.
By Elizabeth RandolphSept. 4 2025, Updated 2:52 p.m. ET
Sports
Podcaster Accuses Steve Ballmer and Kawhi Leonard of Using a Shell Company to Circumvent the NBA Salary Cap
Kawhi’s net worth is already very impressive.
By Jennifer FarringtonSept. 4 2025, Published 2:51 p.m. ET
Sports
How Much Is the NBA Worth? Breaking Down the League’s Massive Valuation
The NBA’s value has skyrocketed thanks to media deals, global growth, and soaring franchise prices. Here’s how much it’s worth.
By Amy ColemanSept. 4 2025, Published 12:39 p.m. ET
Sports
Conor McGregor Found Success Outside of The UFC Thanks to His Own Whiskey Brand
The mixed martial arts fighter also launched a controversial campaign to become the president of Ireland.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 4 2025, Published 11:24 a.m. ET
Influencers
Did MrBeast Buy the NFL? The Truth Behind the Viral YouTube Stunt that Shocked Sports Fans
“Go big or go home, so for this one, I figured why not just buy the entire NFL?"
By Amy ColemanSept. 4 2025, Published 10:50 a.m. ET
Sports
AJ Lee Left the WWE for a Very Different Reason Than CM Punk
The former Divas Champion was rumored to be coming back to the company after Becky Lynch confronted her husband.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 3 2025, Published 2:50 p.m. ET
Sports
WWE’s Quickly Deleted Social Post May Have Spoiled Major News About AJ Lee
AJ Lee originally retired from professional wrestling in April 2015.
By Trisha FaulknerSept. 3 2025, Published 1:05 p.m. ET
Sports
Markéta Vondrousova's Injury Allowed Aryna Sabalenka to Waltz Into the U.S. Open Semifinals
The Czech tennis player was looking to win only the second Grand Slam title of her career in the 2025 season.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 3 2025, Published 10:54 a.m. ET
Sports
The Connection Between Steve and Bill Belichick Goes Beyond Their Passion for Football
Bill recently made his debut as a football college coach in a game involving North Carolina and TCU.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 2 2025, Published 6:20 p.m. ET
Sports
Here's Why F1 Driver Sergio Pérez Is Called "Checo"
"It's not really that complicated or interesting," he said of his nickname.
By Niko MannSept. 2 2025, Published 5:59 p.m. ET
Entertainment
Dele Alli Lost His Contract and Soccer Fans Are Asking What Happened
Dele's 18-month contract with Como was recently terminated.
By Niko MannSept. 2 2025, Published 5:45 p.m. ET
Entertainment
As NBA Star PJ Washington Argues With His Ex in Viral Video, Fans Wonder About His Net Worth
PJ is a power forward for the Dallas Mavericks.
By Niko MannSept. 2 2025, Published 3:14 p.m. ET
Sports
Who Is NBA Star PJ Washington Married To? Inside His Family Dynamics
PJ Washington was a 2019 first round draft pick for the Charlotte Hornets, where he remained on the team for five seasons.
By Danielle JenningsSept. 2 2025, Published 3:00 p.m. ET
Sports
Tennis Pro Karolína Muchová Admits That Her Ex-Boyfriend's Presence at U.S. Open "Startled" Her
"He sometimes shows up at places where he shouldn't be."
By Chrissy BobicSept. 2 2025, Published 1:56 p.m. ET
Celebrity
The Death of Jessi Combs Is a Heartbreaking Story
The professional racer was also a television personality due to her unique charisma and eagerness for adventure.
By Diego PeraltaSept. 1 2025, Published 9:00 a.m. ET
Sports
The Brother of Billie Jean King Is Dead at 76 — What Happened to Randy Mofffit?
Randy Moffitt was a Wall of Famer.
By Jennifer TisdaleAug. 29 2025, Published 6:22 p.m. ET
Sports
Tennis Champion Taylor Townsend Said Her Son Adyn, Inspires Her To Slam Her Goals
"I feel like I'm much stronger now after having him than I was before."
By Elizabeth RandolphAug. 28 2025, Published 3:24 p.m. ET
Sports
Miami Dolphins Star Tyreek Hill Had More Kids Than Touchdowns in 2024
"Nick Cannon of the NFL."
By Niko MannAug. 28 2025, Published 3:00 p.m. ET
Sports
The Parents of Tennis Star Taylor Townsend Have Supported Her Since the Very Beginning
Taylor Townsend became only the second American to win the Australian Open junior singles tournament in 2012 at the age of 15.
By Danielle JenningsAug. 28 2025, Published 2:38 p.m. ET
Sports
Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko Got Into a Heated Argument After Taylor's Win
The two were arguing about on-court etiquette.
By Joseph AllenAug. 28 2025, Published 12:47 p.m. ET
Entertainment
NFL Icons and WWE Champ Feast Inside Circa Resort at Barry’s Prime
From athletes, WWE Champs to the world of film, you never know who could be sitting in the next booth at your dinner reservation.
By Distractify StaffAug. 27 2025, Updated 7:25 p.m. ET
Sports
Venus Williams’ Reason for Returning to Tennis Is Far Too Relatable
The Grand Slam champion returned to the DC and US Open tournaments in 2025 after a 16-month hiatus.
By Elizabeth RandolphAug. 27 2025, Published 3:33 p.m. ET
Sports
Travis Kelce’s Past Actions Have Some Fans Questioning His Political Views
Donald Trump praised Travis and Taylor Swift on their August 2025 engagement.
By Allison DeGrusheAug. 27 2025, Updated 1:09 p.m. ET
Sports
Why Did Jay Cutler Get a Jail Sentence? The Details From His DUI Plea Deal
He offered the other driver $2,000 to forget the crash and not report it.
By Amy ColemanAug. 27 2025, Updated 10:32 a.m. ET

Sports

What Happened to Olympic Track Star Erriyon Knighton? Inside the Details of His Major Career Setback

J.J. McCarthy Baby News: Vikings QB Misses Practice as Fiancée Goes Into Labor

What Happened to Christy Martin? There Was a Day She Thought, “This Is How It Ends”

Transgender Team USA Cyclist Chelsea Wolfe Faces Backlash Following Posts About Charlie Kirk

Rylan Schadegg Died After Establishing Himself as a Top-Tier Athlete

Aaron Judge Is an All-Time Great Yankee, but Why Did He Shake Trump's Hand? What Are His Political Leanings?

The Location for WWE WrestleMania 43 May Have Been Revealed Earlier Than Expected

The Tragedy of Graham Howes Is a Reminder of the Dangers That Come With Surfing

Wander Franco Suffers a "Mental Health Situation" Three Months After Child Sexual Abuse Conviction

Former Premier League Referee David Coote Under Microscope Amid Disturbing Charges

A Woman Known as "Phillies Karen" Caused Some Drama During a Recent Marlins Game

What Happened to WWE Star Chad Gable? Find out What the Wrestler Has Been up To

Here's Why Sam Darnold Left the Minnesota Vikings

J.J. McCarthy's Parents Prove That Passion for Football Can Be Inherited

The VMH Tag on the Chicago Bears Jerseys Has a Wholesome Meaning Behind It

Justin Tucker Is Facing Serious Allegations, but His Football Career Isn't Necessarily Over

Why Did Aaron Rodgers Leave the New York Jets? Inside the Details of His Drama-Filled Exit

Why Did Detroit Lions Running Back Jahmyr Gibbs Change His Number From 26 to 0?

UCLA Backup Quarterback Pierce Clarkson Has Been Suspended Indefinitely Following His Arrest

The Injury That Prevented Caitlin Clark From Playing in 2025 — Explained

WNBA Ratings Without Caitlin Clark Show Her Power and the League’s Growth

Jalen Carter Appears to Have Regrets About Spitting on Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

Why Did NFL Star Amari Cooper Retire? Inside His Sudden and Shocking Announcement

The Meaning Behind Conor McGregor's Tattoos Range in Significance for the UFC Star

NBA Star Kawhi Leonard’s Net Worth Is on a Championship Level — Inside His Massive Fortune

F1 Driver Valtteri Bottas’s Impressive Net Worth Stems From His Hard Work on the Tarmac

Who Are NFL Star Tyreek Hill's Kids? He Was Served With Two Paternity Suits

Podcaster Accuses Steve Ballmer and Kawhi Leonard of Using a Shell Company to Circumvent the NBA Salary Cap

How Much Is the NBA Worth? Breaking Down the League’s Massive Valuation

Conor McGregor Found Success Outside of The UFC Thanks to His Own Whiskey Brand

Did MrBeast Buy the NFL? The Truth Behind the Viral YouTube Stunt that Shocked Sports Fans

AJ Lee Left the WWE for a Very Different Reason Than CM Punk

WWE’s Quickly Deleted Social Post May Have Spoiled Major News About AJ Lee

Markéta Vondrousova's Injury Allowed Aryna Sabalenka to Waltz Into the U.S. Open Semifinals

The Connection Between Steve and Bill Belichick Goes Beyond Their Passion for Football

Here's Why F1 Driver Sergio Pérez Is Called "Checo"

Dele Alli Lost His Contract and Soccer Fans Are Asking What Happened

As NBA Star PJ Washington Argues With His Ex in Viral Video, Fans Wonder About His Net Worth

Who Is NBA Star PJ Washington Married To? Inside His Family Dynamics

Tennis Pro Karolína Muchová Admits That Her Ex-Boyfriend's Presence at U.S. Open "Startled" Her

The Death of Jessi Combs Is a Heartbreaking Story

The Brother of Billie Jean King Is Dead at 76 — What Happened to Randy Mofffit?

Tennis Champion Taylor Townsend Said Her Son Adyn, Inspires Her To Slam Her Goals

Miami Dolphins Star Tyreek Hill Had More Kids Than Touchdowns in 2024

The Parents of Tennis Star Taylor Townsend Have Supported Her Since the Very Beginning

Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko Got Into a Heated Argument After Taylor's Win

NFL Icons and WWE Champ Feast Inside Circa Resort at Barry’s Prime

Venus Williams’ Reason for Returning to Tennis Is Far Too Relatable

Travis Kelce’s Past Actions Have Some Fans Questioning His Political Views

Why Did Jay Cutler Get a Jail Sentence? The Details From His DUI Plea Deal

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