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NBC Sports
17-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
SMX Next champion Alexander Fedortsov to turn pro in Pala, California
Alexander Fedortsov, the 18-year-old 2025 SMX Next Champion, will turn pro at Fox Raceway in Pala, California, racing for ClubMX. Fedortsov peaked when it mattered most in the SMX Next program. After running well but finishing outside the top 15 in four of the five rounds, he won the season finale over Landen Gordon and Enzo Temmerman. He secured the title in the winner-take-all scenario for the developmental series. Fedortsov was the fastest qualifier in four of the five events, and although he finished last in the Daytona Supercross race, he had a four-second lead on the competition before suffering a flat tire while leading. 'I really have nothing more to prove to myself in the amateur ranks, and I feel I can do a good job for the team starting with the outdoor season this year,' Fedortsov said in a news release. 'It's a bit of a risk but one I am willing to take at this point in my career. The Muc-Off/FXR/ClubMX team has always been supportive of my decisions, and I am very thankful for their support into the pros. 'It is actually a dream come true for me, it is what every kid dreams about and now I get to actually do it.' Fedortsov has raced since the age of six, and his ability to look beyond any disappointment this week to eventual success is one of the key elements that make him appealing to ClubMX. 'It is rare to have talents in both Motocross and Supercross at such a young age,' said ClubMX team owner Brandon Haas. 'Alex impressed me every step of the way and bringing home the SMX Next Championship was icing on the cake. He takes direction well, he follows the program and has made believers out of the entire team. We talked internally about the risk vs. reward by moving him up but it was an easy decision. He has a lot of confidence and is totally unfazed by the competition. He is going to add one more layer of excitement to the outdoor season.' Fedortsov has trained at the Chesterfield, South Carolina, facility since early 2022. The length of his contract was unspecified, but described as 'long-term.' More SuperMotocross News Levi Kitchen renews with Pro Circuit Malcolm Stewart launches fishing apparel line Dylan Ferrandis to miss start of Pro MX Salt Lake City 450 SX results | 250 results Sexton wins 7th race, Webb third title Haiden Deegan wins final 250 E/W Showdown 450 SX Salt Lake City heats | 250 heats Chase Sexton sweeps SLC SX Qualification Cole Davies crashes in SLC SX Q1 The making of a Supercross track
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fisherman horrified after catching baffling ‘alien' animal from the ocean depths
The sea is dark and full of terrors. There may or may not be water on Mars, but there are apparently Martians in the water. A fisherman is making waves after sharing footage of a bizarre, mystery sea creature that viewers have compared to an 'alien.' The clip was uploaded by Roman Fedortsov, a Russian trawlerman who photographs the sea monsters he's accidentally snagged while trolling in the deep, Jam Press reported. This bizarre bycatch, which the angler regularly posts for his over 600,000 Instagram followers, has included a toothsome wolffish, a critter with a Kardashian-evoking pout, and other animals whose existence suggests that our oceans might be as mysterious as deep space. His latest monster clip included footage of a gray, bulbous-looking animal sitting on the railing of his ship. Fedortsov identified the blob as a smooth lumpsucker, a species of marine ray-finned fish that grows to over a foot long and resides in the depths. The Lovecraftian critter caused quite a stir among Instagram users, who claimed it was evidence of extra-terrestrial existence. 'That is 100% an alien,' declared one viewer, while another wrote, 'That's the pet of aliens living underwater.' 'Kill it and burn it and don't ever catch one of those again!' advised a third. 'Fished in Chernobyl?' quipped one wit, while another wrote, 'Alien or predator?' Others compared the fish to various cranially-endowed characters from popular media, including 'Megamind,' the aliens from 'Mars Attacks' and brainiac baddie Krang from the 'Ninja Turtles' series. However, the fish's bloated body was likely not caused by a preternaturally-large cerebellum, but was rather a result of rapid pressurization changes during its journey to the surface. This isn't the first deep-sea denizen to make a splash of late. Earlier this month, Gen Z TikTok users were moved to tears over the saga of a small anglerfish that perished shortly after swimming to the surface.
Express Tribune
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Fisherman catches bizarre ‘alien-like' sea creature, sparking online frenzy
A Russian fisherman sparked debate after filming a strange deep-sea creature that some call an "alien." Roman Fedortsov, known for sharing unusual marine life, captured footage of a smooth lumpsucker fish with a bulbous appearance. Fedortsov, who has gained a following of over 600,000 on Instagram, frequently shares images of odd deep-sea creatures accidentally caught in fishing nets. His latest catch—a gray, bloated lumpsucker—has drawn comparisons to fictional extraterrestrials from 'Mars Attacks' and 'Megamind.' The video, filmed aboard Fedortsov's fishing vessel, shows the fish resting on the railing, its gelatinous body and unusual features making it appear otherworldly. Social media users reacted strongly, with one commenting, 'That is 100% an alien,' while another quipped, 'Fished in Chernobyl?' Some even called for the fish to be destroyed, highlighting the unsettling impact of its appearance. This is the third weird alien deep sea fish to surface... WTF is under our oceans .. That's not a fish. It has no fins and what looks like a spine. — Think Question CHANGE (@Think_QChange) February 27, 2025 Despite the online speculation, marine biologists explain that the lumpsucker's bloated look is likely due to rapid pressure changes as it was pulled from deep waters. Lumpsuckers are typically found at significant depths and use their specialized suction discs to cling to rocks in strong currents. Fedortsov's discoveries continue to captivate audiences, shedding light on the bizarre and mysterious creatures lurking in the ocean depths. His collection includes everything from toothy wolffish to eerie gelatinous species, fueling curiosity about the vast
