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Perth Now
an hour ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Gallen wins points verdict in hyped fight with SBW
The fight didn't match the hype but Paul Gallen has earned boxing bragging rights over his old rugby league rival Sonny Bill Williams, winning a contentious split points decision in their much-vaunted Sydney clash. Two judges scored it 77-74 and 76-75 in favour of Gallen while a third had New Zealander Williams winning 77-74 in Wednesday's relatively tame affair at Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena. After all the spite and verbal barbs landed over the previous decade, the fight simply didn't hit the heights as both men laboured, working to their traditional strengths. Former Australian and Origin Gallen (15-3-1, 8 KOs) attempted to put pressure on from the start, while Williams, who is 12 centimetres taller, utilised his jab and movement. The 39-year-old dual rugby code international Williams tried to thwart Gallen's charges by holding and clinching, and was deducted a point by referee Les Fear In the seventh round. Williams wasn't interviewed in the ring after the fight and declined to attend the post-fight media conference. "I definitely lost one round, I think the second round and there was one other pretty close one and he got a point taken off, so how the hell is he winning (on one judge's card)?" Gallen said. "I got the win. That's all that matters and it will be there forever. "I'm 44 years old in less than a month's time. "Sonny just came upon to me and said he wants to have a coffee man-to-man and I'm on for that. "I've finished my fights, I'm getting with my life. "I'm not going to gloat, it's been a long time coming. I got the job done and that's all that matters," added Gallen, while also revealing he had come down with COVID two weeks before the fight. On the undercard, world-ranked Victorian Kris Terzievski moved closer to a bridgerweight world title shot by retaining his two regional titles with a sixth-round stoppage of Gold Coast-based New Zealander Troy Pilcher. Terzievski (14-1-2, 11 KOs) put Pilcher (10-2-1, 8 KOs) down with a body shot In the fifth and referee Fear stopped the fight after two more knockdowns in the sixth. Earlier, two sons of famous fathers each had a quick win on the undercard. With his father and former world champion Antony Mundine in his corner, 25-year-old super middleweight Rahim Mundine (2-0, 1 KO) stopped Fijian opponent Joe Vatusaqata (1-5-1, 1 KO) in the second round. Heavyweight Alex Leapai Jr, improved to 5-0-1 (4 KOs), with a first round knock out of Herve Silu Mata 3-4 (2 KOs) Leapai's father, also named Alex, unsuccessfully challenged former IBF, IBO and WBO heavyweight world champion Wladimir Klitschko in 2014. Another winner on the undercard was New Zealander David Nyika, who bounced back from his loss to IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia with a fifth-round stoppage of fellow Kiwi Nik Charalampous.
7NEWS
an hour ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Gallen nabs controversial points win in overhyped SBW fight
The fight didn't match the hype but Paul Gallen has earned boxing bragging rights over his old rugby league rival Sonny Bill Williams, winning a contentious split points decision in their much-vaunted Sydney clash. Two judges scored it 77-74 and 76-75 in favour of Gallen while a third had New Zealander Williams winning 77-74 in Wednesday's relatively tame affair at Olympic Park's Qudos Bank Arena. After all the spite and verbal barbs landed over the previous decade, the fight simply didn't hit the heights as both men laboured, working to their traditional strengths. Former Australian and NSW State of Origin captain Gallen (15-3-1, 8 KOs) attempted to put pressure on from the start, while Williams, who is 12 centimetres taller, utilised his jab and movement. The 39-year-old dual international tried to thwart Gallen's charges by holding and clinching, and was deducted a point by referee Les Fear In the seventh round. He was later threatened with disqualification. Williams wasn't interviewed in the ring after the fight and declined to attend the post-fight media conference. 'I definitely lost one round, I think the second round and there was one other pretty close one and he got a point taken off, so how the hell is he winning (on one judge's card)?' Gallen said. 'I got the win. That's all that matters and it will be there forever. 'I'm 44 years old in less than a month's time. 'Sonny just came upon to me and said he wants to have a coffee man-to-man and I'm on for that. 'I've finished my fights, I'm getting with my life. 'I'm not going to gloat, it's been a long time coming. I got the job done and that's all that matters,' added Gallen, while also revealing he had come down with COVID two weeks before the fight. On the undercard, world-ranked Victorian Kris Terzievski moved closer to a bridgerweight world title shot by retaining his two regional titles with a sixth-round stoppage of Gold Coast-based New Zealander Troy Pilcher. Terzievski (14-1-2, 11 KOs) put Pilcher (10-2-1, 8 KOs) down with a body shot in the fifth and referee Fear stopped the fight after two more knockdowns in the sixth. Earlier, two sons of famous fathers each had a quick win on the undercard. With his father and former world champion Anthony Mundine in his corner, 25-year-old super middleweight Rahim Mundine (2-0, 1 KO) stopped Fijian opponent Joe Vatusaqata (1-5-1, 1 KO) in the second round. Heavyweight Alex Leapai jnr improved to 5-0-1 (4 KOs), with a first round knockout of Herve Silu Mata (3-4, 2 KOs) Leapai's father, also named Alex, unsuccessfully challenged former IBF, IBO and WBO heavyweight world champion Wladimir Klitschko in 2014. Another winner on the undercard was New Zealander David Nyika, who bounced back from his loss to IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia with a fifth-round stoppage of fellow Kiwi Nik Charalampous.
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Black America Web
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Seen On The Spirits Sippin' Scene: Porsha Pops Peachy Partnership With Altos Tequila For Margarita Season [Exclusive]
Porsha Williams, best known for her reign on The Real Housewives of Atlanta and her unapologetically peachy personality, officially topped off 'Margarita Season' with an exclusive, pastel-peach party with Altos Tequila. Hosted in partnership with Olmeca Altos Tequila at Atlanta's Mission + Market, the event was part glam, part garden, and fully curated to match Porsha's energy: bold, beautiful, and just a little bougie. This wasn't just a casual pop-out; this planned event is a part of a curated marketing strategy. In a recent feature with Forbes about her new business endeavor, Williams dished on initially preferring Hennessy before finding her love for tequila with the creation of 'Peach Please.' Olmeca Altos is a premium 100% agave tequila brand made in Jalisco, Mexico. Known for its smooth taste and bartender-approved blends, Olmeca Altos is crafted using traditional methods. And yes, BOSSIP was there for it all—florals, fizz, and a one-on-one with Porsha herself. Williams described her signature summer cocktail, Peach Please, while toasting with friends, invited guests, and fellow peach lovers. 'It's cute, fun, fresh, tasty…and it gives you that vibe. When it comes to a margarita, it's got to be cute, fun, fresh, tasty, and like, give you that vibe and set you up for summer,' Porsha said during her speech. 'And I feel like that's exactly what Altos has done with this new peach.' Guests sipped the newly launched Peach Please cocktail—crafted with Altos Blanco tequila, peach preserves, and a Tajín rim—or opted for other tequila-based offerings like a classic Paloma, which proved to be a crowd-pleasing alternative among several attendees. (I personally chose one to toast Porsha myself on Instagram. ) Whether you were sipping her signature or switching it up, the energy remained festive. Source: Altos Tequila / Altos Tequila Upon arrival, guests were greeted with trays of chilled margaritas, fresh florals, and a buzzy Atlanta crowd ready to toast under the golden hour sun. The indoor-outdoor venue was styled to match the drink's Southern sweetness: peaches in full bloom, pastel décor, custom signage, and cocktail stations flanked the space. Source: Altos Tequila / Altos Tequila Altos kept spirits high with a curated hors d'oeuvres menu that included: Crab fritters with pickled peach salsa Beef sliders with American cheese, tomato, pickles, and Mission + Market sauce Mediterranean hummus with blistered red peppers and grilled pita Fry farm kale and artichoke dip with cashew cream and crispy pita Margarita and pepperoni pizza Guests mingled between bites and photo ops, including a branded 360 Photo Booth activation presented by Olu Kemi of 360 Photo Celebration. Midway through the night, Porsha took center stage to thank attendees and share her excitement over the Altos collaboration. Source: Altos Tequila / Altos Tequila 'I already was a fan of Altos, so the marriage was just natural,' she said. 'If you've had [Peach Please] already, I know you love it—I've been drinking them all day!' She encouraged guests to grab a take-home cocktail kit—each featuring a bottle of Altos Blanco, peach preserves, and Tajín seasoning—to recreate the margarita magic at home. Source: Altos Tequila / Altos Tequila In an exclusive moment with BOSSIP 's very own, Lauryn Bass, Porsha shared how the drink came to life. Source: Altos Tequila / Altos Tequila 'I got one of their cocktail couriers and some of their base, and we curated this drink from our green season,' she explained. When asked to describe the event in one word, she didn't hesitate. 'Beautiful. I love the floral.' As for what's next? 'Absolutely more curated drinks. They have so many different flavors.' Source: Altos Tequila / Altos Tequila With her signature confidence and peach-perfect aesthetic, Porsha made it clear: she's stepping into her beverage era. Source: Altos Tequila / Altos Tequila Between the photo ops, the curated cocktails, and the signature ATL energy, this celebration marked more than a drink launch—it was a mood, a movement, and a moment you had to be there for. The post Seen On The Spirits Sippin' Scene: Porsha Pops Peachy Partnership With Altos Tequila For Margarita Season [Exclusive] appeared first on Bossip. SEE ALSO Seen On The Spirits Sippin' Scene: Porsha Pops Peachy Partnership With Altos Tequila For Margarita Season [Exclusive] was originally published on
Forbes
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Forbes
Caleb Williams Set For Success In Second Season With Bears
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 20: Caleb Williams speaks on stage for the Franchise Faces panel during ... More Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 at Javits Center on June 20, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by) Sooner or later, the Bears are going to find a more accommodating home than Soldier Field, where Chicago players have been forced to suffer through 'Bears weather' since 1971. Maybe George Halas and Dick Butkus liked the bare-bones stadium but certainly not the quarterbacks. Given their salaries and standing, the likes of Jim McMahon, Jay Cutler, Jim Harbaugh, Erik Kramer and Mitchell Trubisky couldn't complain too much about freezing temperatures and winds blowing off Lake Michigan. But backup quarterback Tyson Bagent no doubt spoke for his predecessors when he discussed the playing conditions. "Oh my gosh, man, we should've been indoors about 25 years ago," Bagent told David Kaplan on a Chicago podcast. 'Goodness gracious. No 4,000-yard passer … my (butt). You all go stand outside. You all go stand out there … the chilly is fine but that wind has got a mind of its own.' Carl Williams, Caleb Williams' father, told author Seth Wickersham that Chicago is 'where quarterbacks go to die.' Soldier Field is part of that story, for sure, but through the years the Bears' coaches and general managers have not set up their quarterbacks for success. Kramer holds the Bears record for passing yardage, and he set the mark in 1995, before the likes of Tom Brady and Peyton Manning turned the NFL into a high-octane game. The Bears have finished in the top 10 in offense only once in the 21st century. While Williams suffered through a 5-12 rookie season, his passing yardage (3542) was the fifth most in franchise history. That's a sign of progress, and new head coach Ben Johnson see it as the start of a sea change. 'I love the opportunity to come on in and change that narrative,' Johnson told reporters in May. 'That's where great stories are written. We're looking to write a new chapter here — 2025 Chicago Bears — and looking forward to the future.' Outside of enclosing Soldier Field, the Bears have done just about everything possible to help Williams become their first quarterback who consistently succeeds while throwing the ball. George McCaskey and the team's ownership opened their wallet to hire Johnson, who became a highly attractive coaching candidate while orchestrating Detroit's dynamic offense. General Manager Ryan Poles used trades and free agency to overhaul the middle of the offensive line, then selected intriguing targets Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III in the draft. Johnson is working with a rebuilt coaching staff that includes former Raiders and Saints head coach Dennis Allen as defensive coordinator, whiz kid Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator and former Ohio State All-Big Ten player J.T. Barrett as quarterbacks coach. Finally Poles acknowledged a missing piece from Williams' rookie season by signing 37-year-old quarterback Case Keenum as a mentor and sounding board. There's no way Williams can succeed if he is again chased around the field while searching for open receivers. The Bears hope new linemen Joe Thuney, Jonah Jackson and Drew Dalman will help cut their sack total drastically — after 68 last season, that isn't a big ask — but Johnson knows Williams will once take some hits and miss connections with receivers. That's why he began working with Williams early on his demeanor, helping him to gain more understanding of his leadership role. According to Sports Illustrated, Johnson showed Williams video from last season where he let his frustration — sometimes exasperation — show while on the field. 'Body language is a huge thing,' Johnson said during OTAs. 'We don't want to be a 'palms-up team,' where we're questioning everything. … To me, that's a little bit of a sign of weakness. We don't want to exhibit that from anybody on the team.' You know who else showed a lot of emotion during his rookie season? Josh Allen, the four-time All-Pro who has taken Buffalo to the playoffs in each of the last six seasons. Allen threw more interceptions than touchdowns as a rookie but produced four 4,000-yard passing seasons by the time he was 27. Williams is sure to experience more growing pains in his second season. But Poles and Johnson have put him in a position where his confidence should grow throughout the year, hopefully heading into high-stakes games in December. He'll have to tame the Chicago winter, sure, but don't be surprised if he surpasses Kramer's passing record. The arrow points up.
Business Insider
5 hours ago
- Automotive
- Business Insider
A CEO explains how he cut his battery chain's reliance on China and plans to offset the latest tariffs
After Donald Trump imposed tariffs on Chinese goods during his first term as president in 2018, Scott Williams had a problem. He was CEO of Batteries Plus, a retailer that imported around one-third of its inventory from China. The chain sells batteries that power cars and other electronics at about 740 mostly franchised locations across the US. Trump's 25% tariff on certain Chinese goods, which escalated the US-China trade war, raised costs for Williams. That's when Williams decided to make a long-term change: He started buying products from as many sources as possible other than China. Seven years later, he told Business Insider that he's lowered the share of materials his company buys from China from 32% down to 4%. As Trump's trade war continues in his second term, Williams said Batteries Plus' decreased reliance on products from China has prevented much of the scrambling that Trump's tariffs have caused at other companies this year. Batteries Plus turned to the US, Malaysia, and Vietnam While some companies and investors are fretting over Trump's latest August 1 deadline for hiking tariffs on imports from several countries, including China, Batteries Plus has a diversified supplier base that it said insulates it from some of these pressures. "That has obviously, in hindsight, proven to be a huge benefit for us," Williams said. Batteries Plus found factories in other countries to replace what it previously imported from China. One challenge was finding equivalents produced outside China that were of the same quality, Williams said. Car batteries that the retailer produces under its own X2 brand, for instance, now come from Malaysia and Vietnam because Batteries Plus was able to find suppliers in those countries that matched what their China-based suppliers could make. "You're very careful to ensure that, because quality is your reputation," Williams said. Batteries Plus didn't rely on a single country to replace what it used to import from China. Of the 32% that came from China in 2018, about 12 percentage points now come from Vietnam, 8 from US sources, 5 from Malaysia, and the rest from a handful of other countries. That distribution was deliberate, Williams said, so that the company could shift between suppliers in the future depending on which countries are hit by tariffs. "My strategy was, I'm going to diversify with key partners so that I can press the brake or the accelerator on different countries as this thing moves," he said. The 4% of Batteries Plus' supplies that still come from China use minerals that the company hasn't been able to find good sources for elsewhere, he said. The supply chain strategy has not completely shielded Batteries Plus from tariffs. The Trump administration is targeting a longer list of countries with duties than it did seven years ago. Earlier this month, for instance, Trump announced a trade deal with Vietnam that would subject imports from that country to a 20% tariff, up from the current 10%. Still, source diversification has helped Batteries Plus avoid some of the biggest tariff hikes during Trump's second term. Tariffs on imports from China briefly rose to 145% this spring, dinging profit at companies from Dollar Tree to Cracker Barrel. Williams said that Batteries Plus wants to pass less than half of the cost of new tariffs to customers — and, for some products, "none at all," he said. Batteries Plus has also used other cost-cutting options to minimize price increases. The company has increased automation at its warehouses to increase efficiency and negotiated with suppliers to minimize the cost of tariffs, Williams said.
