Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov died in a hospital in Moscow, Russia due to complications stemming from new coronavirus (COVID-19) infection on July 3, 2020. He was 57. Wrestling from an early age, Nurmagomedov started his his sports career with free-style wrestling in Ukraine where he won championship titles in judo and sambo. An Army veteran, he trained in … Continue reading Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov tribute: 13 celebrity tweets
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov biography: 13 things about Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father
Abdulmanap Magomedovich Nurmagomedov is the father and head coach of professional mixed martial artist Khabib "The Eagle" Nurmagomedov. They hail from Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia. Including Khabib, Abdulmanap has three children. The eldest is Magomed Nurmagomedov and the youngest is Amina Nurmagomedov. Abdulmanap was 5'10" tall. Here are 13 things about the Russian MMA coach: He … Continue reading Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov biography: 13 things about Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father
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Marc Goddard’s concern about MMA’s future remains
Marc Goddard, one of the best referees in the world of professional mixed martial arts, is leading the charge to make International Mixed Martial Arts Federation an outstanding reference in the field of regulatory governance. He has become an icon of MMA after working exclusively in the sport for 20 years, 16 of which as … Continue reading Marc Goddard’s concern about MMA’s future remains
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‘Pancrase 316’ fight card: Isao Kobayashi vs Akira Okada, Emiko Raika vs Takayo Hashi in Tokyo, Japan
After a five-month hiatus, Pancrase announced its return. The Japan-based mixed martial arts promotion will hold "Pancrase 316" at the Shinkiba Studio Coast in Tokyo, Japan on July 24, 2020. The "Pancrase 316" fight card has eight main card bouts, three preliminary bouts and 12 bouts in the 2020 Neo Blood Tournaments across six weight … Continue reading ‘Pancrase 316’ fight card: Isao Kobayashi vs Akira Okada, Emiko Raika vs Takayo Hashi in Tokyo, Japan
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Philippines and Singapore’s Gail Belmonte releases ‘Tonight’ via Umami Records
https://www.facebook.com/belmontegail/photos/p.2864845990231971/2864845990231971/?type=1&theater R&B/soul singer-songwriter Gail Belmonte has released her debut single "Tonight" via Singapore-based indie label Umami Records. A chill track with that feel-good fairy dust sprinkled on top, the song is about enjoying the night, slowing down and taking the time to soak in its magical beauty. “I’m quite the night owl and work best … Continue reading Philippines and Singapore’s Gail Belmonte releases ‘Tonight’ via Umami Records
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Myanmar’s Aung La NSang is COVID-19 positive
“The Burmese Python” Aung La N Sang, 34, was tested for the new coronavirus (COVID-19) on June 29, 2020. The reigning ONE Light Heavyweight and Middleweight World Champion took to Facebook and Instagram to announce that the result came back positive on July 2, 2020. Because of this, Aung and his family will quarantine themselves … Continue reading Myanmar’s Aung La NSang is COVID-19 positive
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First aid training for Australian athletes, coaches
Sports might be fun but it is not without risks. Sports injuries are common and many athletes have come to an untimely end to their careers due to the irreversible damage of sports-related accidents. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 60,000 people were hospitalized in Australia due to sports injuries between 2016 … Continue reading First aid training for Australian athletes, coaches
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Vanilla Ice biography: 13 things about ‘Ice Ice Baby’ rapper
Professionally known as Vanilla Ice, Robert Matthew Van Winkle is the rapper behind the song "Ice Ice Baby." He is also an actor, a television host and a construction contractor. Ice grew up in Texas, United States and South Florida, USA. He is the son of Camilla Beth Dickerson, who was born in Lamar, Aransas … Continue reading Vanilla Ice biography: 13 things about ‘Ice Ice Baby’ rapper
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Slovenia joins IMMAF; Zlatko Mahic is SMMAA president
The Slovenian Mixed Martial Arts Association has joined the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation. The SMMAA is the latest IMMAF member from Europe. Hailing from Ljubljana, Slovenia, World Freefight Challenge owner Zlatko Mahic is the president of the democratic SMMAA body. The association is underpinned by a vast base of member clubs and diverse leadership made … Continue reading Slovenia joins IMMAF; Zlatko Mahic is SMMAA president
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Academy Awards invites 5 ‘Parasite’ actors as new members
Five "Parasite" actors were invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for 2020. Including South Korea, 68 countries were represented on the list of invitees. Directed by Bong Joon Ho, "Parasite" premiered at the 72nd Cannes Film Festival on May 21, 2019 and became the first ever Palme d'Or winner from … Continue reading Academy Awards invites 5 ‘Parasite’ actors as new members
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