Bradley from Bowdoin College emerges victorious in NCAA Division III men’s singles tennis championship

Tristan Bradley of Bowdoin University made history by winning the NCAA Division III men’s singles championship in a thrilling match against Kael Shah of Denison. The match went to three sets, with Bradley ultimately dominating the third set with a 6-4, 5-7, 6-0 victory. This win marked Bradley as the second Bowdoin player to claim the singles title, following in the footsteps of Grant Urken in 2018. Bradley finished his senior season with an impressive 26-2 record, showcasing his talent and determination on the court.

In other sports news, LPGA star Lexi Thompson announced that she will be stepping away from playing a full schedule after this year. Thompson, a popular player on the tour, made the emotional decision at the U.S. Women’s Open, a major tournament she first played at the age of 12. Citing mental health concerns and the unseen challenges of professional golf, Thompson shared her decision with fans and fellow players.

On the NASCAR front, Stewart-Haas Racing revealed that they will be closing their teams at the end of the season. Co-owners Tony Stewart and Gene Haas confirmed the decision after months of speculation about the future of their four-car Cup Series team. This move will also impact their Xfinity Series team, signaling a significant change in the NASCAR landscape.

In the NFL, a civil lawsuit was filed against kicker Brandon McManus and the Jacksonville Jaguars, with allegations of sexual assault during a charter flight to London last year. The lawyer representing the plaintiffs, Tony Buzbee, shared the details on social media, highlighting the serious nature of the case. Additionally, New Orleans Saints defensive end Tanoh Kpassagnon is expected to miss part of the upcoming season due to a torn Achilles tendon, as confirmed by Coach Dennis Allen.

Lastly, Olympic pole vault gold medalist Thiago Braz received a 16-month ban for doping, which will prevent him from competing in the Paris Games. The Athletics Integrity Unit found Braz guilty of using ostarine, a banned substance that enhances muscle growth and performance. Despite Braz’s claims of contamination from a nutritional supplement, the ban stands, and he will miss out on the opportunity to compete at the highest level of track and field.