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Michael Johnson fires back at ‘dumbassery’ accusations after questioning world record

Michael Johnson was accused of racism after questioning the integrity of Nigerian sprinter Tobi Amusan's world record in the 100m hurdle at the World Athletics Championships.

Daily Mirror

U.S. Track Icon Michael Johnson Criticized for World Record Comments

The pushback came after the legendary sprinter called into question the quickness of the event.

Sports Illustrated

Here are 4 special moments from the World Athletics Championships in Oregon

The U.S. team finished with 33 medals, including 13 gold, in its best performance ever. The atmosphere in Eugene made it the most vibrant international track event in years.

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Sports quiz of the week: England, France, Denmark and Mallorca

Who won the Euros? Who changed their name? Who fell over?

The Guardian - UK

Noah Lyles Put on the Performance of a Lifetime to Become the U.S.’s Fastest Man

The 200-meter final at the world championships was the latest installment of an enticing rivalry, one that Lyles finished while making history.

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | The U.S. Is Crushing It at the World Track Championships

It’s the first time the event is being held on American soil and Team USA is making the most of it.

Sports Illustrated

Noah Lyles breaks Michael Johnson's U.S. record that stood since 1996

At the finish line, Noah Lyles stared down his only true opponent: the clock. But for several moments, the unofficial time showed a tie with Johnson's mark of 19.32.

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Noah Lyles talking to the clock after he broke the American 200m record was the best moment

What a moment, both during and after the race.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Mark Bradley: The next step for Kirby Smart and Georgia — total domination

ATLANTA — It was Nov. 16, 2002, a cold day at Auburn. On fourth-and-15 with 1:25 left, David Greene threw long for Michael Johnson, who outjumped Horace Willis, who didn’t jump. On that day of deliverance, coach Mark Richt said his Bulldogs “knocked the lid off the Georgia program.”

Tribune News Service

How Robert Wickens defied expectations on his heroic return to glory

After adjusting to a new reality from his life-changing accident, Robert Wickens is challenging expectations all over again. Now competing in an IMSA support class, the Canadian is back to winning races and setting the bar even higher on what he feels is possible.

Motorsport

Visa delays force Chris Thompson to miss World Athletics Championships

British athlete says he is ‘absolutely devastated’ as Michael Johnson criticises World Athletics over problems

The Guardian - UK

US visa issues plague World Athletics meet: All you need to know

Hundreds of athletes, mostly Africans, have faced visa delays in getting to the US to participate in the event.

Al Jazeera

Michael Johnson disagrees with scoring in split decision loss to Jamie Mullarkey at UFC on ESPN 39

Michael Johnson thought he did enough to get his hand raised on Saturday.

USA Today Sports Media Group

UFC on ESPN 39 bonuses: Jamie Mullarkey vs. Michael Johnson a no-doubt FOTN

Check out who from UFC on ESPN 39 took home a bonus for their performance in Las Vegas.

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UFC on ESPN 39 results: Jamie Mullarkey rallies to outslug Michael Johnson for split call

Jamie Mullarkey and Michael Johnson went toe-to-toe for three rounds in a thriller at UFC on ESPN 39.

Los Angeles Times

The next Usain Bolt? Erriyon Knighton isn't scared by comparisons and expectations.

EUGENE, Ore. — But for a scrolling thumb, the world's fastest teenager was, for once, unmoving.

The Guardian - AU

‘Time is running out’: $326m in NSW government dining vouchers set to expire

Customer service minister urges residents to use the millions of unspent Dine and Discover stimulus vouchers before 30 June deadline

ABC News

Australian mining contractor under investigation after eight workers die in Burkina Faso zinc mine disaster

A Perth-based mining contractor under scrutiny for two employee fatalities in Australia is now at the centre of an international investigation after eight workers die in a West African mine disaster.

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University of California pays record $700 million to women who accused UCLA gynecologist of sexual abuse

LOS ANGELES — The University of California system agreed Tuesday to settle lawsuits brought by hundreds of alleged victims of a former UCLA gynecologist, bringing total litigation payouts to nearly $700 million, the largest ever reached related to sexual abuse involving a public university.

Daily Mirror

Dina Asher-Smith shines on contrasting day for Britain's champion sprinters

Victory for Britain's fastest woman in Birmingham but Zharnel Hughes false starts yet again and is taken to task by track legend Michael Johnson

Chicago Sun-Times

Judge grants new hearing for man twice found guilty in 1989 double-murder

A key witness against James Bannister admitted lying on the stand in second trial.

Benzinga

Metrc Strengthens Executive Leadership - Appoints New CEO, Here Are The Details

Jeff Wells, co-founder and chair of the board of directors of Metrc, has transitioned from CEO to chief visionary officer, and in his stead, Michael Johnson, president and CFO of Metrc, has been appointed as CEO.

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UFC on ESPN 36 video: Michael Johnson ends four-fight skid with brutal KO of Alan Patrick

Michael Johnson ended his four-fight losing skid in highlight-reel fashion at UFC on ESPN 36.

The Independent UK

Sheriff calls Sherri Papini a ‘deceitful selfish narcissist’ for faking her own kidnap

‘Now that she’s facing charges and facing prison now all of a sudden she’s sorry? I don’t buy that,’ sheriff says

Tribune News Service

Stinking SC paper mill with tainted waste pits the focus of state pollution probe

COLUMBIA, S.C. — State regulators are preparing to take enforcement action against a South Carolina paper mill that has generated tens of thousands of odor complaints during the past year and raised concerns about the plant’s potential to pollute the Catawba River.

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