Rafael Nadal, born in Manacor, Mallorca, is the son of entrepreneur Sebastián Nadal and Ana María Parera. He began his professional tennis career in 2001, achieving notable victories including five French Open titles and wins at Wimbledon and the Australian Open. The 2010 French Open saw him defeat Robin Söderling.
13 most handsome UFC fighters 2009
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, the Ultimate Fighting Championship held 20 events in 2009. The mixed martial arts promotion was founded by Art Davie and Rorion Gracie. The first ever UFC event was held at the McNichols Sports Arena in Denver, Colorado, USA on November 12, 1993. Here are the 13 most handsome … Continue reading 13 most handsome UFC fighters 2009
Mark Striegl submits Andy Jewett at ‘Total Combat 34’ in San Diego, California
Mark Striegl made his professional mixed martial arts debut at "Total Combat 34" at the Starlight Bowl in Balboa Park in San Diego, California, United States on July 25, 2009. There were a total of eight MMA matches on the card. The fifth match was a featherweight bout between Striegl and Andy Jewett. The referee … Continue reading Mark Striegl submits Andy Jewett at ‘Total Combat 34’ in San Diego, California
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s Eddie Alvarez crowned Bellator Lightweight Champion in Hollywood, Florida
Eddie Alvarez, 25, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States is the first ever lightweight champion of Bellator Fighting Championships. The mixed martial arts promotion held its 12th event at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida, USA on June 19, 2009. There were eight MMA bouts on the "Bellator 12" card. All matches were … Continue reading Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s Eddie Alvarez crowned Bellator Lightweight Champion in Hollywood, Florida
Florida’s Jorge Masvidal TKOs Nick Agallar in Bellator Fighting Championships’ main event
Jorge Masvidal, 24, of Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States and Nick Agallar, 30, of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin, USA headlined the first ever Bellator Fighting Championships event. Based in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA, the mixed martial arts promotion was founded by Bjorn Rebney. Held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood … Continue reading Florida’s Jorge Masvidal TKOs Nick Agallar in Bellator Fighting Championships’ main event
13 most handsome UFC fighters 2008
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, the Ultimate Fighting Championship held its inaugural event at the McNichols Sports Arena in Denver, Colorado, USA on November 12, 1993. The mixed martial arts promotion was founded by Art Davie and Rorion Gracie. In 2008, the UFC held 20 events. Here are the 13 most handsome MMA … Continue reading 13 most handsome UFC fighters 2008
Florida’s Jorge Florida decisions Tae Hyun Bang at ‘World Victory Road Presents: Sengoku 6’ in Saitama
Jorge Masvidal, 23, from Miami, secured his second World Victory Road win at "World Victory Road Presents: Sengoku 6" in Saitama, Japan on November 1, 2008. He defeated Tae Hyun Bang in a Sengoku Lightweight Grand Prix bout, improving his record to 16-3. Masvidal had earlier won the AFC Welterweight Championship in Florida, USA.
Jorge Masvidal TKOs Ryan Schultz at ‘World Victory Road Presents: Sengoku 5’ in Tokyo, Japan
Jorge Masvidal, 23, of Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States has earned his first World Victory Road victory. Founded in 2007 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the mixed martial arts promotion promotes the Sengoku Raiden Championship. Featuring eight MMA matches, "World Victory Road Presents: Sengoku 5" was held at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Tokyo … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal TKOs Ryan Schultz at ‘World Victory Road Presents: Sengoku 5’ in Tokyo, Japan
Ireland’s Pádraig Harrington wins 2008 British Open in Southport, England
Pádraig Harrington, from Dublin, Ireland, won the 136th Open Championship in 2007 and the 137th in 2008, becoming the first golfer to win back-to-back titles since 1995. He earned £750,000 for his 2008 victory, with Ian Poulter as runner-up. Harrington debuted professionally in 1995 and married in 1997.
Miami, Florida’s Jorge Florida loses to Rodrigo Damm via TKO in Saitama, Japan
Jorge Masvidal, a 23-year-old fighter from Miami, debuted in the World Victory Road promotion during "Sengoku 3" in Japan. He faced Rodrigo Damm, losing by technical knockout in the second round, which raised Damm's record to 8-1 and lowered Masvidal's to 14-3. Masvidal previously held the AFC Welterweight Champion title.
