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Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Preakness Stakes weather forecast: Rain changes odds, 4 mudders to bet on
Following Friday evening's severe storms that left widespread damage and power outages in their wake, all eyes now turn to Preakness Day at Pimlico. Though early morning showers and thunderstorms may linger, according to the Baltimore Sun, the forecast calls for gradual clearing ahead of the 6:50 p.m. post time for the 149th Preakness Stakes. With the track conditions potentially impacted by residual moisture, attention shifts to the proven mudders who could gain a competitive edge and shift the betting odds in their favour. Also Read: Who is Paige Bueckers? Dallas Wings' viral rookie secures her first WNBA bucket The following are the four horses to look out for as the weather forecast shifts odds for the race, as reported by USA Today. Friday Odds: 15-1 Morning Line Odds: 15-1 American Promise entered the Kentucky Derby with a prior win on a muddy track at Oaklawn last December, showing promise in wet conditions over 1 1/16 miles. However, the colt struggled to replicate that form on Derby Day, finishing a disappointing 16th on a similarly muddy Churchill Downs surface. The contrast raises questions about his consistency on off-tracks and whether that Oaklawn performance was more the exception than the rule. Friday Odds: 6-1 Morning Line Odds: 6-1 Bob Baffert's Preakness contender, Goal Oriented, draws the rail—mirroring the post position of his Derby runner, Citizen Bull—but faces far less traffic in the Preakness's smaller field. Undefeated in two starts, Goal Oriented has already proved his ability in the slop with a convincing win on a muddy Kentucky Derby undercard. With a field-best 109 Equibase Speed Figure on a wet track, he's shaping up as a serious threat if conditions remain damp at Pimlico. Friday Odds: 8-5 Morning Line Odds: 8-5 Journalism showed resilience in the Kentucky Derby, finishing a strong second on a rain-soaked track, though he couldn't quite close the gap on Sovereignty. While Goal Oriented holds the highest Equibase Speed Figure in the Preakness field for wet conditions, Journalism stands out with the best Beyer Speed Figure on an off-track—a 102—making him a serious contender if Saturday's conditions stay damp. Friday Odds: 4-1 Morning Line Odds: 4-1 Sandman made his first start on an off-track in the Kentucky Derby, where he finished a modest seventh. His performance in the slop earned him a Wet Equibase Speed Figure of 86 and a Beyer Speed Figure of 87—both below the top contenders. With those numbers, Sandman will need to show marked improvement at Pimlico to make a serious impact in the Preakness.
Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Antonio Brown net worth: A look at former NFL WR's earnings amid arrest reports
Reports swirling on social media suggest that former NFL star Antonio Brown may have been arrested after allegedly pulling out a firearm and firing shots during a chaotic incident outside an influencer boxing event in Miami. The event, hosted by popular streamer Adin Ross under the 'Brandrisk' banner. Brown was reportedly involved in a physical altercation outside the event venue. Brown is notorious for his legal woes, and if this social media claim comes true, the WR have to fight this in court. So, the big question is, can the former NFL star afford a legal battle one year after his retirement from the league? ALSO READ| Antonio Brown arrested after alleged shooting? Fight video from Adin Ross Miami boxing event surfaces Once the highest-paid wide receiver in the league, earning $17 million annually with a $68 million contract in 2019, his financial and legal troubles have piled up in recent years. He's faced lawsuits over unpaid child support, run-ins with the law, and ongoing erratic public behaviour. Notably, witnesses claim that a group of individuals attempted to jump the former wide receiver and allegedly tried to snatch his chain. In response, Brown is said to have pulled out a gun and fired into the air, seemingly in an attempt to disperse the crowd. 'Antonio Brown is a straight-up BADASS at Adin Ross BrandRisk boxing event in Miami! Dude got jumped outside the warehouse, but AB held his ground like a champ. Punched, chains targeted, he still fired shots in the air to clear the chaos. True grit, no surrender!' like one user posted. While there has been no official confirmation of Brown's arrest from law enforcement, videos and social media reports have fueled speculation. ALSO READ| Who is Paige Bueckers? Dallas Wings' viral rookie secures her first WNBA bucket { has not independently verified the claims or the authenticity of the video.} 'He may get a year and $1000 fine for firing the gun in the air, maybe more depending on any city ordinance,' another speculated.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Paige Bueckers' Music Choice Will Catch Drake's Attention
As the countdown begins for Paige Bueckers' highly anticipated WNBA debut, fans are tuning in not just to her game, but to her playlist — and one name stands out: Drake. The Dallas Wings' newest star revealed that 'Nokia' by Drake is a staple in her pre-game music rotation, a choice that could resonate with the Toronto rapper himself, who has long been a vocal supporter of women's basketball. Advertisement With Bueckers now emerging as one of the most talked-about rookies in the league, her music taste is already adding a personal touch to her growing public profile. 'I read a couple of my devotionals. I pray. And then listen to some music,' Bueckers shared in an interview with Bustle. Paige Bueckers on the orange carpet before the 2025 WNBA Carchietta-Imagn Images While Drake has spent years supporting WNBA players—shouting them out in lyrics, attending games and even lobbying for a Toronto team—Bueckers' subtle connection through music might just catch his attention. He's known to show love to athletes who rep his songs, and it wouldn't be surprising if Bueckers landed on his radar next. Advertisement The 23-year-old guard from Hopkins, Minnesota, is already having a moment beyond basketball. Her hometown will temporarily rename itself 'Paige Bueckers, Minnesota' on May 16, the same day she plays her first official game for the Wings. From devotionals to Drake, Bueckers is walking into her pro career with a steady head and serious swagger — and it wouldn't be surprising if the 6-foot guard soon found herself with a shout-out from Champagne Papi himself. Related: WNBA Rookie Paige Bueckers Reveals Her Pre-Game Ritual
