Issa, Author at USA Trendz

Serena Williams recently revealed that she needed to take a break and spend some time relaxing and taking some ‘me-time’.

Williams, who became a mother of two after she gave birth to her daughter Adira in August of 2023, told her fans that she needed a day to relax in her bed. The tennis icon seems to have her hands full with motherhood and her new ventures

This isn’t the first time the American legend has opened up about the struggles of motherhood. Recently, she revealed that she had to get up at 4 am to pump breast milk.

In the video, Williams mentioned that it has been a while since she was awake this early. She also mentioned that she would go back to sleep as soon as she was done pumping.

BOXING

‘What’s it gonna do to AJ’s head?’ – Johnny Nelson explains why Anthony Joshua should not have taken Francis Ngannou fight

He has since signed to fight Ngannou on March 8, following the ex-UFC heavyweight king’s stunning performance against Tyson Fury in October.

However, former cruiserweight world champion Nelson is worried that defeat could ruin Joshua’s legacy by leading fans to only remember him for the upset loss.

Nelson sparked debate with his original comments on the matter, but clarified his point on White and Jordan on Thursday as he explained: “Let me just get it right – I said it’s if Joshua loses to Ngannou in his second professional fight.

“Joshua, former two-time heavyweight world champion, [despite] everything he’s done the public are gonna be left with that loss to a guy in his second professional fight, forgetting all he’s achieved.

“If I was Eddie Hearn, if I was Joshua’s promoter, I wouldn’t have taken the fight because the risk/reward doesn’t weigh up.

“If you lose to him, where are you gonna go from there?

“What’s it gonna do to AJ’s head, thinking, ‘I just lost to this guy, what’s going on here?’

BOXING

Tyson Fury warned he would be ‘knocked out cold’ by Mike Tyson in dream fight

Tyson Fury has been brutally told he would be “knocked out cold” in an ultimate heavyweight fight against Mike Tyson. The boxing icon, after whom Fury was named, is still the youngest person to win a heavyweight world title at just 20.

Asked about a potential fight between the two Tysons, ex-world champion Carl Froch said he thinks ‘Iron Mike’ would have knocked Fury flat on his back. Froch has been embroiled in a war of wards with Fury’s dad John, who even dared the former super-middleweight to a fight, promising they could fill Wembley Stadium. Outspoken John Fury even put out a challenge to Mike Tyson.

BOXING

Canelo Alvarez Takes Subtle Poker Dig at Terence Crawford, Fans Hyped Up

The undisputed super middleweight king Canelo Alvarez seeks his next mega-fight, and the pound-for-pound great Terence Crawford has emerged as a potential challenger. While a rematch with Errol Spence Jr remains a possibility, the prospect of Alvarez facing Crawford has captured the imagination of the boxing world.

However, a significant hurdle stands in the way: weight. Crawford currently reigns at 147lbs, requiring a substantial jump to face the Mexican superstar at super middleweight. This raises questions: would Crawford be willing to make such a drastic weight change, risking his current titles and potentially compromising his physical edge? But Alvarez has taken a subtle dig at his rival.

Canelo Alvarez has recently posted an Instagram Story, where he uploaded a picture of his poker table. Now. many would wonder where Crawford comes into play here. Well, in the photo, just above the poker chips, there’s a yellow placard taped on the table with black bold letters reading,

Boxing: "We know who number 1 is" Terence Crawford after Canelo Alvarez loss against Bivol | Marca

Notably, Terence Crawford hails from Omaha, and ‘Cinnamon’ is currently in his hometown. So it’s no surprise that this picture took the boxing world by storm, and everybody started talking about it. So much so, that an X account, D H, took a screenshot of the story and posted it for the fans. The post currently has 24.1k views on it.

CELEB NEWS

Tiger Woods’ son Charlie, 15, aiming to qualify for PGA Tour event

Woods junior will compete in one of four pre-qualifiers as he aims to reach the Cognizant Classic.

The top 25 players and ties advance to Monday’s final qualifier, with four then earning places in the main field.

Rory McIlroy will be among the stars playing for a prize fund of £7.1m at PGA National in Florida.

If Charlie Woods is going to join the Northern Irishman, he will have to come through the 18-hole pre-qualifier at Lost Lake Golf Club, where he has been grouped with Ireland’s Ruaidhri McGee and American Olin Browne Jr.

The players who come through that stage will go to the final qualifier at Tesoro Club’s Palmer Course in a bid to clinch their spot at the Cognizant Classic, which takes place from 29 February to 3 March.

The teenage Woods has competed in the last four editions of the PNC Championship exhibition event alongside his father, who was forced to withdraw during the Genesis Invitational last week because of illness.

Charlie Woods finished tied 17th in the boys’ 14-15 division of last year’s Notah Begay III Junior Golf National Championship, with 15-time major champion Tiger acting as his caddie.

Meanwhile, LIV Golf’s Joaquin Niemann is one of three players to have been given a special invitation to play in the Masters in early April.

CELEB NEWS

Lewis Hamilton given an extra incentive to beat Max Verstappen to 2024 F1 title

Lewis Hamilton has been given extra motivation in his bid to pip Max Verstappen to the World Championship crown in 2024 after Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds made a bet worth £250,000 to charity if any driver can beat the Red Bull star in the standings this season.

Verstappen was nigh-on unbeatable last year, winning 19 out of a possible 22 Grands Prix and breaking countless single-season records en route to his third successive Drivers’ Championship title.

Hamilton, meanwhile, was unable to claim a single race victory as Mercedes ended the year winless for the first time in over a decade. The legendary Brit is still hunting for a record-breaking eighth World Championship, but this will only be possible if the Silver Arrows can produce machinery capable of challenging Red Bull.

Speaking to TNT Sports presenter Jermaine Jenas ahead of pre-season testing in Bahrain, Dodds said: “99 per cent, he gets that trophy. I’ll tell you what, if he doesn’t win it – so there’s 20 drivers in Formula One – If he doesn’t win it… so there’s 19 other drivers – if any of the other 19 drivers win it, we’ll give a quarter of a million dollars to the charity of the other driver that wins it.”

CELEB NEWS

Roger Federer: Legend’s Iconic Matches

Roger Federer born on August 8, 1981, in Basel, Switzerland rose to prominence as a Swiss tennis sensation, captivating the world with his extraordinary versatility on the court. Throughout the early 21st century, he established himself as a dominant force in the sport, showcasing unparalleled skill and finesse in every aspect of his game.

Federer’s illustrious career saw him etch his name in the annals of tennis history, most notably with his unprecedented success at Wimbledon, where he clinched a record eight titles, solidifying his status as a true grass-court maestro. In 2018, he shattered records once again by becoming the first player in history to amass a staggering 20 Grand Slam men’s singles titles, a feat that underscored his unrivalled mastery of the sport

Renowned for his graceful style of play and impeccable technique, Federer captivated audiences worldwide with his mesmerizing shot-making and strategic prowess on the court. His ability to effortlessly transition between defensive and offensive play made him a formidable opponent, earning him accolades and admiration from fans and peers alike.

Off the court, Federer’s charismatic personality and unwavering sportsmanship endeared him to millions, further solidifying his status as a global icon and ambassador for the sport of tennis. His philanthropic efforts and dedication to various charitable causes also reflected his commitment to making a positive impact beyond the confines of the tennis court.

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We can’t just not respect anyone because they’re not Federer, Nadal, Djokovic or Serena Williams” – Andy Roddick on Carlos Alcaraz’s performance dip

Andy Roddick has dismissed the alarmist discourse surrounding Carlos Alcaraz’s recent dip in form, asserting that it’s unjust to judge him harshly simply because he hasn’t reached the same heights as tennis legends Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Serena Williams.

Alcaraz’s shock defeat to Nicolas Jarry in the semifinals of the Argentina Open not only put an end to his title defense but also extended his title drought to nine tournaments since his triumph at the Wimbledon Championships last year. The Spaniard’s slump has become a prevalent topic of discussion in the tennis community, with concerns raised about his ability to bounce back.

However, Andy Roddick and tennis journalist Jon Wertheim shut down such concerns on the latest episode of the ‘Served with Andy Roddick’ podcast. Wertheim emphasized that Carlos Alcaraz had already achieved a career worthy of the Hall of Fame, having won two Grand Slam titles before the age of 21.

He also pointed out that Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic were outliers for their dominance, suggesting that Alcaraz’s career trajectory was much more reasonable and common.

BOXING

Francis Ngannou pinpoints big difference between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua

Francis Ngannou thinks Tyson Fury can handle a punch better than Anthony Joshua.

Ngannou, the ex-UFC champion, impressed fight fans with his professional boxing debut against Fury in October, putting the heavyweight champion on the canvas in the third round. Now, he’s getting ready for his second professional fight against Joshua on March 8.

Despite flooring Fury in his previous fight, Ngannou still lost by just one point. It was a confusing call that some people didn’t agree with. Ngannou now hopes that if he beats Joshua, he might get to duke it out with Fury once more after the Gypsy King’s heavyweight unification clash with Oleksandr Usyk is settled in May.

When Ngannou was asked if he thought Joshua could take a hit like the one Fury did, Ngannou told DAZN: “I have a doubt about that, Tyson has showed that he is very resilient. I saw him come back from a knockdown that you wouldn’t believe somebody would come back from. I think he is probably one of the most resistant people out there.”

But Ngannou also promised not to underestimate Joshua: “That is not a disrespect to AJ. I don’t believe that Joshua will take what Tyson did. Even going to the fight, I knew that even if I knock him down I will not get excited. That it wouldn’t mean anything because he always comes back, so I had to prepare for a very endured person. Psychologically that’s how I was.

BOXING

Boxing news, rumors: Eddie Hearn says Gervonta Davis turned down lucrative offer to face Conor Benn

Talk of Gervonta “Tank” Davis’ next opponent being Conor Benn has already fizzled. According to Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn, Davis turned down a lucrative offer to make the fight happen.

After Benn’s win over Peter Dobson earlier this month, Davis and Benn traded words on social media. The two sides seemed to agree to enter into negotiations for a fight, but Hearn said Davis “didn’t really want to discuss” the offer that was made.

“We made him an offer, which he felt he didn’t want to discuss further,” Hearn told iFL TV. “…It was over the $10 [million guaranteed] but it also had PPV bonuses beyond that, gate bonuses beyond that. So it could’ve been $20 million, could’ve been $25 million. But he didn’t really want to discuss it.

“I made him an offer that I felt was an offer that was quite powerful for the fight and could also lead to a lot more than that beyond the basic but, you know…I think he probably doesn’t really understand the dynamic of the deal, the numbers. I might go back.”

Benn is still waiting on the results of his recent hearing with the British Boxing Board of Control in regards to his failed drug tests ahead of his planned 2023 fight with Chris Eubanks Jr.

Hearn said that the team has pivoted to several other opponents for Benn for a fight that he hopes will take place in the U.K., assuming the results of the BBBofC hearing go their way. Among those opponents is former junior welterweight and welterweight champion Danny Garcia.