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- Skier Eileen Gu Reveals Her Reasons For Representing China
- Warriors Injury Report: Draymond Green Unlikely To Play Against Grizzlies
- Tour The Weeknd's Ritzy L.A. Penthouse That He's Selling For $22.5 Million
- Georgia's Stetson Bennett Non-Committal On His Future With The Bulldogs
- NBA Rumors: LA Lakers Could Land Myles Turner For Package Centered On Talen Horton-Tucker
- NBA Rumors: Knicks 'Not Totally Sold' On Julius Randle Long-Term
- Alexandra Daddario Delivers A Modern Twist On ‘Portrait Of A Lady’
- Bronx Fire Victims: What We Know So Far
- Coach Steve Nash Discusses James Harden's Injury & Potential Return To The Court
- The 5 Best Royal Rumbles In History
| Skier Eileen Gu Reveals Her Reasons For Representing China Posted: 11 Jan 2022 09:28 PM PST Freestyle skier Eileen Gu shocked the world in 2019 when she announced on Instagram that she would be competing for China instead of the USA in the 2022 Winter Olympics to be held in Beijing. The 18-year-old sports prodigy was born in San Francisco, California, to an American father and a Chinese mother, was educated and got her ski training in the USA, and started competing in major events in 2018 as an American. The following year, however, she decided to switch allegiance to Team China. Find out why below. ‘Incredibly Tough Decision’ On June 7, 2019, Gu posted on Instagram about her choice to represent her mother's homeland in the upcoming Winter Olympics. "This was an incredibly tough decision for me to make," the freeski star, who was 15 at the time, wrote. "I am proud of my heritage, and equally proud of my American upbringings. The opportunity to help inspire millions of young people where my mom was born, during the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help to promote the sport I love." Raising Awareness For Snow Sports Needless to say, Gu's decision stirred controversy and was met with hateful comments and even death threats. In an interview with Highsnobiety, she explained further, "I have been thinking about competing for China since I was 11, when the announcement was made that the Olympics would take place in China. After the announcement, China set a goal of putting 300 million people on snow to raise awareness for snow sports before 2022. Just being able to inspire people to start trying has been one of my biggest goals." RepresentationThe 2021 X Games gold medalist also noted that while she had American and Canadian skiers to look up to when she started training, young kids in China didn't have that privilege "because the sport didn't really exist at a professional level there," she said. "Essentially, it comes back to representation — I wanted to inspire more people to pick up skiing in China because it's brought me so much more than medals." In January 2021, Gu became the first Chinese athlete to win gold in the X Games. Making History Her haul, consisting of two golds and one bronze, doubled China's total medal count in the X Games, which was a "huge deal" to her, she told Forbes. "That was the main reason that I decided to ski for China, to make that history and be that inspiration for a new generation of freeskiers, especially younger Chinese freeskiers." Growing up, Gu had idols like Maggie Voisin who inspired her game. "Looking over to China, I just realized I wanted to be able to be that for somebody else," she said. ]]> |
| Warriors Injury Report: Draymond Green Unlikely To Play Against Grizzlies Posted: 11 Jan 2022 04:45 PM PST After more than two years of waiting, All-Star shooting guard Klay Thompson has finally reunited with Golden State Warriors superstars Stephen Curry and Draymond Green on the court. With the Warriors' trio of Curry, Green, and Thompson finally complete, they are expected to have a better chance of fully dominating the Western Conference and winning the NBA championship title in the 2021-22 NBA season. However, injuries continue to haunt the Warriors. In Thompson's return to the court, the Warriors lost Green to an injury. Draymond Green Out Against Grizzlies Green may have started in the Warriors' recent game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but he only entered the court to honor Thompson's return. After seven seconds, Green committed a foul and exited the game for good. According to Marc J. Spears of ESPN, the veteran power forward is experiencing tightness in his left calf and is also set to miss their upcoming game against the Memphis Grizzlies. "Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green will miss Tuesday's game against the host Memphis Grizzlies because of a calf injury," Spears reported. "Green experienced tightness in his left calf in warmups during Sunday's 96-82 victory over the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers." Can Warriors Beat Grizzlies Without Draymond Green?The Warriors would definitely miss Green's presence when they face the Grizzlies on Tuesday night. Green may not be a prolific scorer, but he's making a huge impact for the Warriors on both ends of the floor. With the "Splash Brothers" expected to play, the Warriors remain as the heavy favorite to beat the Grizzlies. However, though they are three ranks below them in the Western Conference standings, the Warriors shouldn't underestimate the Grizzlies. The Grizzlies are currently on a nine-game winning streak and have recently defeated powerhouse teams like the Phoenix Suns, Brooklyn Nets, and the Los Angeles Lakers. Draymond Green's Potential Return While he didn't join the Warriors in their trip to Memphis, there's growing optimism that Green could return to action later this week. According to Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, Green could still join their four-game road trip if his body quickly recovers from the injury. "There's a chance he could come join us on the trip and there's a chance he might not," Kerr said, via The Mercury News. "That depends on how the next couple of days go." After the Grizzlies, the Warriors are set to face the Milwaukee Bucks, Chicago Bulls, and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Draymond Green's Replacement & Other Injury Reports While Green is on the sideline with a calf injury, Kerr revealed that Juan Toscano-Anderson will temporarily fill his spot at the starting power forward position. Toscano-Anderson recently suffered an ankle injury but managed to immediately rejoin the Warriors in their recent game. Against the Cavaliers, he posted two points, four rebounds, three assists, and one steal while shooting 33.3 percent from the field. Aside from Green, the Warriors are also expected to face the Grizzlies without Otto Porter Jr. (left shoulder soreness) and Gary Payton II (left ankle sprain). ]]> |
| Tour The Weeknd's Ritzy L.A. Penthouse That He's Selling For $22.5 Million Posted: 11 Jan 2022 04:25 PM PST Fresh from releasing his fifth album, Dawn FM, Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, better known to the world as The Weeknd, is looking for a chance of pace as he prepares to say goodbye to his ultra-modern, ultra-swanky penthouse in Los Angeles. The 31-year-old Grammy-winning artist, who's giving up vertical living after upgrading to a $69 million, 33,000-square-foot megamansion in lower Bel Air last summer, is selling his Wilshire Corridor, Westwood condo, Dirt is reporting. Should the relatively smaller 7,950-square-foot suite fetch the $22.5 million that the R&B star is asking for, it will net him a $1.5 million profit compared to what he paid for the four-bedroom, eight-bathroom home in 2019. Tour the ritzy residence below! Nicknamed 'The Mogul' Aptly nicknamed "The Mogul," The Weeknd's L.A. penthouse "boasts a dark, masculine palette of deep navy blue complemented by walnut wood paneling," per a 2019 report from the Los Angeles Times. The outlet also notes its "imported wide-plank oak floors, high-end fixtures and direct elevator access." The condo spans the entire 18th floor of the exclusive Beverly West building, a luxurious 22-story boutique high-rise that holds 35 luxury condos overlooking Los Angeles Country Club. The Weeknd's unit comes with four balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows granting sweeping views in nearly every direction -- "from the Pacific Ocean to the Santa Monica Mountains to Downtown Los Angeles," observes Dirt. Scroll for more photos! Open-Plan Great Room Accessed through a foyer that opens into a corridor with an impressive wine vault, the open-plan great room is anchored by a massive white couch, with the space spilling into an entertainment bar, dining area, and ample window-side sitting areas perfect for taking in the panoramic views. Dubbing it "an entertainer's dream," Architectural Digest makes note of the lining room's built-in lighted shelving and walnut paneling on accent walls, which, along with the bar's dark marble countertops, imbue the residence with "an impressive, refined energy." Designer lighting to accentuate the soaring ceilings is part of the stylish decor, which also includes natural stone floors and high-end Italian furniture. Keep going for more photos! Custom TV Wall The Weeknd's purchase of the property was one of the priciest condo sales ever recorded in Los Angeles County and, while the home came "loaded with amenities," the Blindings Lights singer added his personal touches. According to the Los Angeles Times, the entertainment bar in the great room is one such example, with the three-time Grammy award winner installing a TV wall made up of four 65-inch screens to anchor the marble counter and sleek dark shelving, as seen above. Among the condo's highlights is also the designer chef's kitchen sporting black cabinetry and state-of-the-art Miele appliances. Bearing the creative mark of famed Italian industrial designer Antonio Citterio, it boasts an oversized eat-in island on top of the elegant wood dining table that seats 10 guests. Scroll to see the master bedroom! Kingly Main Bedroom The elegant abode's kingly master bedroom sits on the opposite end of the unit and, according to the Robb Report, it's "fit for music royalty" with wood-paneled walls, a generous ensuite bathroom, and an extra-large walk-in closet with gorgeous glass built-in cabinetry. Meanwhile, the marble-swathed master bath features two vanities, a jewel box steam shower, and a glass-lined soaking tub. Similarly, the other three bedrooms all boast custom closet space, with a high-tech home gym and an espresso bar located close by. Adding to all of these are the tempting building amenities, which include a saltwater pool and spa, 24-hour concierge, valet parking, and even a rooftop helipad. ]]> |
| Georgia's Stetson Bennett Non-Committal On His Future With The Bulldogs Posted: 11 Jan 2022 04:17 PM PST Well, they've finally done it. For the first time since 1980, the Georgia Bulldogs are National Champions after taking down the Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoffs. Kirby Smart's team was huge in the second half and got back at the very same team that knocked them down in the SEC Championship game. And even though their defense was stellar as per usual, QB Stetson Bennett silenced his critics by having perhaps the best performance of his brief career. Stetson Bennett Weighs In On His Future Unfortunately, that might as well be his final game donning the Georgia uniform, as he weighed in on his future with his final year of eligibility just around the corner: "I'm here to play football for the University of Georgia," Bennett said, per Sports Illustrated. "Once that's over, whatever my interest will be—which is hard, when you're playing college football, because you don't get the internships. You don't get all that stuff. You don't get the time off that other students get. But once that is over with—I'm majoring in economics, I'd like to go to law school." Bennett Doesn't Know Where He'll Play Next Season Bennett seemed non-committal when talking about his future with the program, even hinting at the possibility of entering the transfer portal: "But for the next year, I'm gonna play football. I've got a decent amount of years. Hopefully, I live until at least 80. So, we'll say 60 years to not play football," Bennett added. "I'm going to play football this year — we'll see where. We will see if I can trust the decisions made by the staff, and we will see where I'm going to play. But right now I'm enjoying this national championship and the next part, who knows." Kirby Smart Reveals What He Told Bennett During Halftime Bennett took his game up a notch in the second half of the season and helped his team march down the field to take a late lead against Nick Saban's squad: "I told him we've got to settle down," Smart said, as quoted by Dawg Nation. "We haven't had probably one drive that we didn't have negative plays starting on where we started backed up. We're shooting ourselves in the foot, we're first and 15, second and 20, you're not going to have a good football team when you do that. We've got to get some things together on offense." The Ultimate UnderDawgStetson Bennett made it to Georgia as a walk-on QB in 2017 and was questioned throughout his entire career. He was a backup until eventually earning the job in 2019, and even there he was questioned. He delivered when his team needed him the most, throwing for 224 yards and a couple of touchdowns, and a QBR of 163.1. He may not be an NFL-caliber QB and he may not even be a part of Kirby Smart's team next season, but Stetson Bennett has crowned himself as the ultimate underdog and has written his name in Georgia Football history forever. ]]> |
| NBA Rumors: LA Lakers Could Land Myles Turner For Package Centered On Talen Horton-Tucker Posted: 11 Jan 2022 04:05 PM PST Indiana Pacers center/power forward Myles Turner is one of the NBA players who are highly expected to be traded before the 2022 NBA trade deadline. Since the start of the 2021-22 NBA season, there were speculations about Turner's growing frustration with the Pacers, especially with his limited role on the offensive end of the floor. Turner may have denied that he's demanding a trade, but he's currently facing an uncertain future in Indiana. With the team finally deciding to undergo another rebuild, rumors are circulating that the Pacers will try to trade him and other veteran stalwarts this season. Myles Turner To Los Angeles Lakers One of the teams that could express a strong interest in acquiring Turner before the 2022 NBA trade deadline is the Los Angeles Lakers. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Lakers are among the teams that have a "level of interest" in the Pacers' big man. "Rival NBA teams are ramping up conversations with the Pacers involving guard Caris LeVert and center Myles Turner," Charania wrote, as quoted by ClutchPoints. "The Mavericks and Knicks are expressing interest in trading for Turner, sources said. The Lakers and Hornets have had a level of interest in Turner as well, sources added." Proposed Trade To Acquire Myles TurnerIn a recent article, Kenneth Teape of NBA Analysis Network came up with a hypothetical blockbuster trade idea that would enable the Lakers to acquire Turner from the Pacers before the 2022 NBA trade deadline. In the proposed trade scenario, the Lakers would be sending a package that includes Talen Horton-Tucker, Kendrick Nunn, DeAndre Jordan, and a 2025 first-round pick to the Pacers in exchange for Turner. If the trade becomes a reality, Teape believes it would help both the Lakers and the Pacers in filling up the needs to improve on their roster. Myles Turner Solidifies Lakers' Frontcourt Trading for Turner would make a lot of sense for the Lakers, especially if they want to minimize the risk of playing LeBron James as their starting center. Turner would boost the Lakers' frontcourt and improve their performance on both ends of the floor. Aside from being a dominant force under the basket, he's also capable of knocking down shots from beyond the arc. Sharing the court with a floor-spacing big man would make it easier for James to penetrate the basket or kick the ball out when he's trapped by the opposing team's defense. Turner and Anthony Davis aren't expected to have a hard time building chemistry in the Lakers' frontcourt since they are both capable of playing the center and power forward positions. Why The Pacers Would Make The Trade The proposed trade deal with the Lakers would be worth exploring for the Pacers. Aside from addressing the logjam in their frontcourt, they would also be adding a young and promising talent in Horton-Tucker, a combo guard in Nunn, and a future first-round pick. "Horton-Tucker is oozing with potential and could be a nice long-term piece as a two-way wing for the Pacers to build around," Teape wrote. "Nunn was someone linked to them in free agency before ultimately signing with the Lakers." ]]> |
| NBA Rumors: Knicks 'Not Totally Sold' On Julius Randle Long-Term Posted: 11 Jan 2022 03:59 PM PST When they signed him in the 2019 NBA free agency, Julius Randle was viewed as one of the players who would lead the New York Knicks back to title contention. After being named an All-Star and All-NBA Second Team in the 2020-21 NBA season, the Knicks rewarded Randle with a four-year, $117 million extension last summer. Unfortunately, Randle has struggled to remain consistent in his third year in New York, making some people wonder if the Knicks made the right decision to give him a huge payday in the 2021 NBA offseason. Julius Randle Facing An Uncertain Future With KnicksThis season, Randle has shown a decline in his statistics. In 39 games, he's averaging 19.0 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 4.8 assists while shooting 41.6 percent from the field and 31.2 percent from beyond the arc, per ESPN. The Knicks are yet to make Randle available on the trading block but with their rumored interested in Detroit Pistons small forward Jerami Grant and Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner, Marc Berman of the New York Post said that it's a sign that they are not "totally sold" on Randle for the long-term. "The rebuilding Pistons are open to trading Grant and the Knicks reportedly have shown some interest," Berman wrote. "With their persistent monitoring of the Myles Turner situation in Indiana, it's a demonstration the Knicks may not be totally sold on Randle for the long term." Jerami Grant & Myles Turner As Potential Replacement For Julius Randle? Both Grant and Turner are currently available on the trade market. With the Pistons and the Pacers in the initial phase of the rebuilding process, rumors are circulating that they will try to move both veteran big men before the 2022 NBA trade deadline. If the Knicks succeed to acquire Grant or Turner, there's a strong chance that their next move is to find Randle a new home. Though they also play other positions, Grant and Turner are capable of filling the hole that Randle would be leaving in the Knicks' frontcourt. Can Knicks Use Julius Randle As Main Trade Chip? Despite his struggle earlier in the 2021-22 NBA season, Randle would still be a valuable trade chip for the Knicks. However, it remains a big question mark if the Pacers and the Pistons would have any interest in swapping Turner or Grant for him. With both teams just starting a rebuild, they are expected to seek young players and future draft assets in the potential deal involving Turner and Grant. If the Knicks badly want to get rid of Randle, they may need to find a third team that will help them facilitate a trade with the Pacers or the Pistons. Souring Relationship Between Julius Randle & Knicks' Fans The rumors about Knicks' interest in Grant and Turner surfaced amid the growing tension between Randle and the Knicks' fans. Randle recently became the center of controversy after telling Knicks' fans to "shut the f–k up." Though the veteran power forward has already apologized for his behavior, it seems like the Knicks' fans still haven't forgiven him. In their 111-96 blowout victory over the San Antonio Spurs, Randle was booed out of the game after finishing two points and three turnovers. ]]> |
| Alexandra Daddario Delivers A Modern Twist On ‘Portrait Of A Lady’ Posted: 11 Jan 2022 03:54 PM PST Blue-eyed beauty Alexandra Daddario is the perfect muse - just ask celebrity photographer Storm Santos. Every time the two come together, they create magic and dazzle the actress' 21.3 million Instagram followers. In the most recent Instagram post, the Baywatch actress transports us into the early 20th century when ladies wore frills and frocks. From her makeup to jewelry and hairstyle, the 35-year-old gives us modern-day twist on Victorian royalty style. The High Neck Lace Collar Alex wears a black woolen knit sweater with a bold white lace frilly collar. Once you zoom into the post, you'll see the intricate details in the knitwork combining multiple patterns into one masterpiece. The black is a midnight shade that serves as a perfect contrast to the white-collar. Unlike the knit sweater, her collar is made of lace designed with perforated circles in two layers on the outer hem. It's also double-layered for extra drama, just like the Victorian Era frocks. The Most Curious Accessories Alex wears an exciting piece of jewelry on her left ear (the only side we can see based on the picture's angle.) The earring is a four-layered pearl drop design with size progressions (smallest to biggest) on each double layer. The first two pearls clip her inner earlobe a little above the usual spot while the second two drop from behind her piercing. The lace collar is so high we can hardly tell if there's a neckpiece adorning her slender neck, even though we can sneak a peek from the angle. Assuming she's not wearing any, it's a perfect fashion decision because the collar does a good job framing her neck. Hair And Makeup Can we get into the details of her hair and makeup? Alex elevated her look to the final level with her avant-garde makeup in such a simple outfit. She wore a glossy nude lip and centered the drama on her eyes instead. The shimmery black eyeshadow swoops in a cat-eye angle making her natural icy blue eyes pop. Her rose-shade blush blends flawlessly into a shiny bronze highlight while she piles her natural brunette hair into e messy updo atop her head. As fabulous as the entire look is, we can't overlook the expertise of Storm Santos behind the camera. He captures her face in a candid shot giving her a youthful, innocent look. A Muse And Her Stylist Since taking on Serra Gerris as a stylist, Alex hasn't missed fashion-wise once. From neutral-toned outfits to haute-couture in the garden, The White Lotus actress is killing it as a fashionista so much so Elle honored her as one of the Women in Hollywood in October last year. The stylist reposted her Victorian-style picture calling it Portrait Of A Lady. ]]> |
| Bronx Fire Victims: What We Know So Far Posted: 11 Jan 2022 03:49 PM PST In the Bronx on Sunday, in what is being described as the deadliest fire New York has seen in decades, 19 people were killed and at least 44 injured, many of them children. The fire was apparently ignited by a malfunctioning electrical space heater. The heater caught fire in one of the apartments, and deadly smoke spread throughout the high-rise building. The smoke darkened hallways and stairwells, but residents did not immediately react to the fire alarms, as reported by The New York Times. Children InvolvedHere's what we know about the victims so far, as per The New York Post. When it comes to children, a 12-year-old boy, a pair of 11-year-old girls, a 6-year-old boy, two 5-year-old girls, and a 4-year-old all died in the fire. An 11-month-old girl, a 7-month-old girl, and at least eight other children remain hospitalized. "These are children. I saw the firefighters taking the children out … the children of my community. Their lives have been taken and snatched away in a second. So we're praying," resident Renee Howard told the outlet. Other Victims Forty-five-year-old Fanta Barrow confirmed to The New York Post that her 19-year-old cousin died in the fire. "He was a tall guy, very beautiful guy. He was lovely. He liked everybody. He was in school right now. I was talking to him, he said, 'Auntie, I want to be a lawyer.' I said, 'Oh, you have to make money. … I just pray for you,'" Barrow said. Yusupha Jawara, meanwhile, said he is still searching for his brother and sister-in-law. "My family needs closure, at least. I was in the emergency room yesterday since 12, nobody's giving me any information," he stated. Missing IndividualsDorel Anderson was visiting her boyfriend when the building caught on fire. She has cerebral palsy and is in a wheelchair, and it appears that neither she nor her boyfriend made it out alive. Anderson's family has received no information as of yet. "We were given no information. We can't find her," her mom said in a brief statement. Julie Bolcer of the New York City Medical Examiner's Office said that the office currently has 17 decedents from the fire in Bronx and Manhattan morgues. The victims are still being identified. Fundraiser For Victims' FamiliesMany of the victims are immigrants from the West African nation of Gambia. A GoFundMe campaign started by the Gambian Youths Organization has raised more than $800,000 for the victims' families so far. "At the moment, at least 19 people have been pronounced dead, including young children, and dozens others have sustained life-threatening injuries. We ask that you help us support the victims of this tragedy. All proceeds will be distributed to the families by the Gambian Youth Organization (GYO)," the fundraiser says. Click here for more of the latest news. ]]> |
| Coach Steve Nash Discusses James Harden's Injury & Potential Return To The Court Posted: 11 Jan 2022 03:32 PM PST The Brooklyn Nets' fanbase recently got good news when the team finally decided to let All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving play in the 2021-22 NBA season. Although he's only allowed to play in road games, Irving would finally have the opportunity to build chemistry with Kevin Durant and James Harden. Unfortunately, just when Irving was about to play his second game this season, the Nets lost another member of their "Big Three" to injury. In the Nets' 121-119 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, Harden suffered a left knee hyperextension that forced him to miss their game against the Portland Trail Blazers, according to Nick Friedell of ESPN. James Harden-Less Nets Lost To Trail Blazers Despite not having Harden, the Nets headed into their Monday matchup against the Trail Blazers as the heavy favorite to win. Aside from the fact that they still have Durant and Irving, the Trail Blazers were also playing without the explosive backcourt duo of Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum. Lillard is suffering from an abdominal injury, while McCollum is on out due to family reasons. Unfortunately, the Nets failed to take advantage of the star-less Trail Blazers and lost the game at Moda Center, 114-108. Coach Steve Nash Talks About James Harden's Injury Harden's absence has undeniably contributed to the Nets' struggle on the offensive end in their recent game against the Trail Blazers. Luckily, it won't take long before the Nets could play Harden again on the court. In an interview with reporters, Nets head coach Steve Nash said there's nothing to worry about Harden's injury, adding that he's set to play when they go up against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. "I think we're being overly cautious," Nash said, via ESPN. "A heavy stretch of games. Expect him to play Wednesday." Battle Of Best East Teams Harden's return against the Bulls would be perfect for the Nets as it would allow them to see how their "Big Three" would perform against one of the strongest contenders in the Eastern Conference this season. As surprising as it may seem, the Bulls currently hold the No. 1 spot in the Eastern Conference with a 26-11 record. Though they haven't been in the playoffs since 2017, the Bulls are no longer a team that can be easily underestimated as they now have a formidable core of Lonzo Ball, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Nikola Vucevic. Nets Almost Lost Kyrie Irving To Injury While Harden was on the sideline, the Nets almost lost another member of their "Big Three" to an injury in their recent game against the Trail Blazers. In the final minutes of their matchup, Irving and Trail Blazers small forward Nassir Little fought for a loose ball. Little dove to the floor that resulted in Irving hurting his ankle. Though he seemed fine after the game, Irving called out Little for his "unnecessary" action during the game. "It was a bad play. It was unnecessary for him to dive that far away from the ball," Irving said, as quoted by Bleacher Report's Sean Highkin, via Twitter. "There's no place in our game for it. I get the intent from Nassir, it's nothing against him. But it was unnecessary." ]]> |
| The 5 Best Royal Rumbles In History Posted: 11 Jan 2022 02:54 PM PST One of the most exciting nights of the year for WWE fans is the Royal Rumble. The Royal Rumble sets the stage for WrestleMania by determining who will move on to face the champion. It's when we see the top storylines of the year take shape. The Rumble has produced surprises, new feuds, new alliances, and a lot of excitement through the years. Some Rumbles have been better than others, however. Below we rank the top-5 Royal Rumble matches in history. Scroll down to reveal #5. 2001 Royal Rumble Won By "Stone Cold" Steve Austin By early 2001, the wrestling promotional war was almost over. Rumors that World Championship Wrestling was close to its demise were ever-present. The promotion would eventually present the last ever episode of WCW Nitro on March 31st of that year. WWE was once again back on its pedestal as the greatest wrestling promotion in the world. The Attitude Era wouldn't last for much longer but come the Rumble that year, they still had names like "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, the Rock, Triple H, and more. Austin would pull out his record 3rd Rumble win in 2001. Other history-making events that year included Kane eliminating a then-record 11 opponents after teaming up with his brother the Undertaker. Drew Carey, Haku, and the Honky Tonk Man would all make surprise appearances as well in what was one of the best-received Rumbles in history. Scroll down to reveal the 4th best Royal Rumble in history. 2007 Royal Rumble Won By The Undertaker The 2007 Royal Rumble is fondly remembered for what happened at the very end. The Undertaker dramatically entered in at the #30 position. It was a spot that nobody had actually won the Rumble from by that point. Undertaker would be the first, however, but not before an epic encounter with Shawn Michaels. Michales and the Undertaker were the final two left at the end of the match. They would battle for a near 10-minutes before Taker finally eliminated Shawn. Taker would then go on to win the World Championship from Batista at WrestleMania that year. Scroll down to reveal the 3rd best Royal Rumble in history. 2019 Women's Royal Rumble Won By Becky Lynch The 2nd ever women's Royal Rumble match is one of the most important Rumbles ever. Becky Lynch was not even supposed to be in the match. After she lost her title to Asuka earlier in the show, however, she came out as a late replacement at the #28 spot. She'd end up tossing out Charlotte Flair as the final elimination to become just the 2nd ever woman to win a Rumble. Lynch would go on to make history at WrestleMania that year by winning the first-ever all-female WrestleMania main event against Flair and Ronda Rousey. Scroll down to reveal the 2nd best Royal Rumble in history. The 1992 Royal Rumble Won By Ric FlairBy 1992, WWE had established the Royal Rumble as one of the most important nights of the year. They had yet to attach the rule that the winner would go on to the main event of WrestleMania, however. In 1992, the WWF Championship was declared vacant by President Jack Tunney stemming from the controversy from the Hulk Hogan vs the Undertaker match at This Tuesday in Texas. He declared that the winner of the 1992 Royal Rumble would be the new champion. Ric Flair lasted all the way from the #3 position to win the match and the title. Flair's post-match interview that night is one of the most iconic promos in wrestling history. Scroll down to reveal the top Royal Rumble in WWE history. The 1998 Royal Rumble Won By "Stone Cold" Steve Austin The 1998 Royal Rumble is arguably the most important Rumble WWE has ever held. At the time, WCW was still winning the ratings war but WWE was catching up. A tide was turning based on the popularity of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Many credit the success of WrestleMania 14, Mike Tyson's involvement, and the beginnings of the Austin vs McMahon storyline for winning WWE the war with WCW. Royal Rumble 98 set the stage for all of that. Austin would go on to defeat Shawn Michaels and win the WWF Championship for the 1st time. WIth that, WWE cruised out ahead of WCW and never looked back. There was no more important Rumble in history than 1998. ]]> |
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