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Can Wallace defend his Brickyard win under pressure from Hamlin's Grand Slam bid, Hocevar's pole, and Toyota's practice speed, or does the pressure favor someone else?
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Marcus Bell · Jul 27, 2026
Tucker Grand Slam Propels Dodgers to Eighth Straight Win
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— Sep 12, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Miami Marlins 6-2 to extend their season-best eight-game winning streak, with Blake Snell delivering a strong start and the bullpen closing it out. Kyle Tucker powered the win with a grand slam and a 3-for-3 night, driving in five runs after a slump, while Josue De Paula debuted for the Dodgers in the same game.
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Chris Dalton
Kyle Tucker breaking out with five RBIs after his slump really carried the Dodgers tonight.
Players End Public Campaign, Form New Grand Slam Advisory Council
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Top tennis players ended their public campaign Monday for a new Player Advisory Council after the U.S. Open set a record $108 million prize fund.
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Chris Dalton
It's about time the players organized properly to demand their fair share of the big tournament money.
Shelton Reaches US Open Final Against Zverev
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— Sep 10, 2026
Ben Shelton advanced to his first Grand Slam final at the US Open by defeating Frances Tiafoe in four sets, setting up a title bid against Alexander Zverev and continuing American hopes in the tournament. The semifinals and surrounding coverage highlight a historic push by Black American men in Grand Slams, framed by Monfils’ departure and a rising generation of Black players contending for deep runs.
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Rocchio’s Grand Slam, Walk-Off Homer Lift Guardians
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— Sep 5, 2026
Brayan Rocchio delivered a historic late-game rally for Cleveland, tying the game with a grand slam and later delivering a ninth-inning walk-off to beat Detroit in the first game of a doubleheader, keeping the Guardians in the AL wild-card race. The performance came as Cleveland weathered a rough start and as manager Stephen Vogt shuffled the lineup, with Rocchio returning to the nine-hole role in a bid to spark the offense.
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Chris Dalton
Grand slam to tie it then the walk-off? Rocchio was due for a game like this, glad it happened when it mattered.
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Americans Fought To Save South Korea: Are South Koreans Forgetting?
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Dodgers Clinch Fifth Straight NL West Title
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— Sep 12, 2026
The Dodgers extended their postseason streak, aiming for a third straight World Series while integrating new talent like Tarik Skubal and the emergence of Josue De Paula amid an aging, injury-prone lineup. They endured mixed results in Miami, including a 6-4 loss that featured rookie De Paula’s first homer and a dramatic Ohtani grand slam, underscoring both depth and health challenges.
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Rookie Lombard Powers Yankees Past Rockies 6-1
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— Sep 10, 2026
Rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. hit his first career grand slam in a 6-1 Yankees win over the Colorado Rockies, making it New York’s first slam of 2026 and placing him as the second-youngest Yankee to reach the feat at 21 years, 99 days. Will Warren earned the win as Judge returned from injury with two hits, while Lombard’s third homer of the season came off Tomoyuki Sugano, with Luis García Jr. and Cody Bellinger also going deep.
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Sam Okafor
Lombard’s first grand slam at 21 looks like the start of something big for the Yankees lineup.
Sosa's pinch-hit grand slam lifts Phillies over Angels
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— Aug 29, 2026
Edmundo Sosa delivered a pinch-hit go-ahead grand slam in the ninth to lift the Phillies to a 5-3 win over the Angels, in a dramatic rally that followed Meckler's near-homer robbery and capped Philadelphia’s second ninth-inning comeback in a week. The feat made Sosa one of the Phillies’ few players to hit a pinch-hit, go-ahead grand slam in the ninth, as the team narrowed the wild-card race and extended their NL East lead in the standings.
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Kostyuk advances to US Open second round
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— Aug 30, 2026
Ukraine’s Marta Kostyuk, the 11th seed, beat Australian qualifier Storm Hunter 6-4 6-1 to reach the U.S. Open second round, continuing strong Grand Slam form after deep runs at the French Open and Wimbledon. She now eyes a potential third-round match against Sloane Stephens or Clara Tauson as she pursues her maiden Grand Slam title.
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Zverev Defeats Shelton to Win US Open
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— Sep 8, 2026
At the US Open 2026, Alexander Zverev moved closer to a second Grand Slam title by reaching the semifinals, Elena Rybakina claimed her first US Open semifinal and the world No. 1 ranking, and Coco Gauff advanced after a scare, while Karen Khachanov progressed following Blockx’s retirement. The quarterfinals also highlighted Zverev’s potential final path and the evolving draw as Khachanov and Blockx vie for the other finalist spot.
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BTS Members Return Home Safely After U.S. Festival Appearance; Jungkook Delayed by Solo Schedule
Fan account @btsdaily77 reports BTS safely back home after iHeartRadio Music Festival, except Jungkook delayed by solo schedule. Reactions overwhelmingly positive from fans celebrating safe return and wishing rest, with minor notes on trip brevity but no opposition to the factual claim.
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US Open: Osaka Advances, Four Top-10 Men Fall
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— Sep 4, 2026
At the US Open, Osaka, Gauff, Rybakina and Zverev advanced to the third round while Khachanov upset fourth seed Auger-Aliassime and Gael Monfils played his Grand Slam farewell. Auger-Aliassime battled dizziness and possible illness after the match, with Alex Eala joining Osaka and Gauff in advancing toward the weekend rounds.
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Farmers in a Bad Place as Rio Grande Dries Up
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— Jul 24, 2022
Part of the Rio Grande River that flows through Albuquerque, New Mexico — and supplies farmers in the area — has run dry amid a drought slamming the Southwest. “We’re pretty much out of water at this point,” Jason…
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Swiatek buoyed by progress after toughest season
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— Aug 30, 2026
Iga Swiatek calls this season the toughest of her career, but recent progress—highlighted by a Canadian Open title and strong showings in recent events—has boosted her confidence heading into the US Open and beyond. She remains committed to sustaining her Grand Slam-winning streak and refining her game with a longer training block.
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Arenado's grand slam powers D-backs 9-0 rout
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— Aug 11, 2026
Nolan Arenado's first-inning grand slam propelled the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 9-0 win over the Colorado Rockies, highlighting Michael Soroka's scoreless return and Zack Littell's strong relief debut. The victory moved Arizona to eight games over .500 and solidified its position in the NL wild-card race as the team pours it on during a late-season surge.
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Brett Baty Grand Slam Beats Braves 8-5
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— Aug 11, 2026
Brett Baty hit his first career grand slam in the first inning to power the New York Mets to an 8-5 win over the Atlanta Braves, part of a strong stretch that includes Francisco Lindor’s homer and a largely productive lineup, as the Mets pushed their record in a favorable run. The victory, aided by timely hits and solid bullpen work, capped a series of wins that underscored the team's recent hot form.
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Trump locks Medicaid drug savings into every state
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Breonna Taylor’s Family Attorney Slams Grand Jury’s Decision To Indict One Police Officer
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— Sep 23, 2020
Benjamin Crump, the attorney representing Breonna Taylor ‘s family, blasted a Louisville grand jury that indicted one police officer involved in a raid that led to her death. Former Detective Brett Hankison’s was…
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Hamlin seeks Brickyard win to complete Grand Slam
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— Jul 23, 2026
Denny Hamlin is chasing the NASCAR Grand Slam by winning the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis, a feat accomplished by only four drivers, with his best IMS results being third place on multiple occasions and his 23XI team victory at Indianapolis complicating his personal pursuit. While leading the Cup Series standings and enjoying a strong season, Hamlin has yet to win at IMS, making the Brickyard 400 the last major hurdle in his Hall of Fame–caliber career.
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Mariners rout Reds 8-0 on Raleigh grand slam
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— Jul 21, 2026
The Seattle Mariners crushed the Cincinnati Reds 8-0 behind Cal Raleigh’s sixth career grand slam and a six-inning, three-hit performance from George Kirby, who combined with relievers on a shutout. The win moved Seattle back into first place in the AL West, though star outfielder Julio Rodríguez left with a hamstring injury late in the game as Robles and others supplied key offense.
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Alcaraz, Sabalenka advance as Williams sisters return to Grand Slam play
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— Sep 4, 2026
ESPN will carry extensive coverage of the 2026 US Open across 16 courts with RedZone whip-around, streaming, and multilingual options as Day 4 produced major wins for Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Pegula, Shelton and Tiafoe amid weather delays. India's participation centers on doubles with Bhambri, Balaji, and Poonacha, while Nagal failed to qualify in singles, and organizers look toward the 2027 US Open with marquee matchups like Swiatek vs Bouzkova and a Zheng–Keys rematch.
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Chris Dalton
Zheng vs Keys rematch already has me excited for 2027, that first match was a battle.
Top seed Zverev survives five-hour US Open thriller
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— Sep 2, 2026
Top seed Alexander Zverev survived a 4 hour 53 minute five-set marathon against Lorenzo Sonego to reach the US Open second round, with the match ending at 1:55 a.m. and highlighting vulnerabilities that could shape his path through a demanding two weeks. The win came as the tournament’s early drama intensified, underscoring Zverev’s resilience but also the physical toll of Grand Slam pressure on a No. 1 seed.
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:55am finish and he still has to back up in two days? that toll doesn't just disappear overnight.
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South Dakota Secretary Of State Bucks Party, Endorses Democrat To Be Successor
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No. 49 Navone ends Djokovic's 78-match Grand Slam opening streak
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— Aug 31, 2026
Novak Djokovic’s bid for a record 25th major collapsed with a historic first-round exit at the US Open, as he battled illness, vomiting and extreme fatigue before losing in five to Mariano Navone, with tears on court and his family watching in New York. The marathon match underscored Djokovic’s fragile health and Navone’s upset victory in what was his longest first-round major match in the Open era.
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Tennis Player Roger Federer Announces Retirement From the Sport: ‘Bittersweet’
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— Sep 15, 2022
Swiss professional tennis player Roger Federer announced his retirement from the sport. On Thursday, Federer , who has 20 Grand Slam titles and 103 career ATP titles, announced on his Twitter that he will be retiring…
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Player Finishes His US Open Match With a Meltdown
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— Sep 7, 2022
Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios threw a fit following a match at the U.S. open. CNN noted that this could have been his first opportunity to win a grand slam. He ultimately lost to Russia’s Karen Khachanov in the…
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Wawrinka lands last-minute US Open wildcard
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— Aug 29, 2026
The US Open wildcard process drew heavy criticism after Stan Wawrinka initially missed out, fueling fan backlash as a retiring legend seemed overlooked for younger players; the drama ended when Patrick Kypson withdrew, granting Wawrinka a late wildcard for what will be his final Grand Slam. Wawrinka described the week as a roller-coaster, saying he was sad not to say goodbye to New York but now feels happy and grateful for the last-minute opportunity.
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Reds rally past Giants; Vitello ejected; waivers
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— Aug 26, 2026
The Cincinnati Reds erased a 9-3 deficit in the ninth inning, sparked by Eugenio Suarez’s grand slam, to rally past the San Francisco Giants 10-9 and prevent a series sweep. The dramatic seven-run comeback, a rare late-season surge, kept Cincinnati in spoiler mode as they navigate a challenging schedule and chase elusive wins.
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Barcelona President Laporta Plans Lionel Messi Tribute After Spotify Camp Nou Completion, Targeting Early 2028
Fabrizio Romano reported that FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta stated the club is planning a “beautiful tribute” for Lionel Messi once the renovated Spotify Camp Nou is finished, with hopes of completing the stadium by the start of 2028. The post is trending due to Romano’s large following, Messi’s enduring popularity, ongoing interest in Camp Nou’s long-delayed rebuild, and fans’ emotional investment in a proper send-off for the club legend (whose 2021 departure lacked a full stadium farewell).
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