Djokovic wins U.S. Open
Underdog Novak Djokovic claimed his second U.S. Open trophy and No. 1 ranking after beating Roger Federer in the U.S. Open final. This is his third major championship this year and tenth Grand Slam title.
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver out after foot agency
Wide Receiver Dez Bryant broke his foot during the Dallas Cowboys game against the New York Giants. He underwent surgery last week, and he is projected to be out for four to six weeks.
Tripped refugee offered job as a soccer coach in Spain
After being tripped on-camera by a Hungarian camerawoman while carrying his son, Syrian refugee and soccer coach Son Osama Abdul Mohsen was offered a job as a soccer coach in Madrid. The administration tracked down the man after the video went viral and it became known that he worked as a soccer coach in Syria. The school will also provide him with housing.
Former NBA giant died
Three-time MVP Moses Malone died last week at the age of 60. His death was caused by cardiovascular disease. Malone, a 2001 inductee into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, had just attended the Hall of Fame induction ceremony before he was found unconscious in his hotel room. Malone is the career leader of offensive rebounds and still remains in the NBA top 10 in career scoring.
UFC fighter suspended for five years after positive drug test
UFC fighter Nick Diaz was suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission for five years last week after a positive drug test result. This is the third marijuana-related offense in Diaz’s career, and the NSAC even discussed a life-time ban before they unanimously agreed on a five-year suspension. This decision has been publically criticized by other fighters, including Ronda Rousey and Henry Cejudo.
