Good morning! It’s July 5th, and I hope you all had a fantastic 4th of July. While some of you might have spotted Tom Brady playing beach football with Demar Hamlin and Travis Scott in the Hamptons, the rest of us were glued to the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Here’s a quick rundown of the highlights to keep your conversations buzzing this week.
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest
Miki Sudo set a new women's record by devouring 51 hot dogs to claim her 10th title. Over in the men's division, Chicago's own Patrick Bertolelli took the crown with 58 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes, filling the gap left by the absence of Joey Chestnut.
Meanwhile, Joey Chestnut was busy in Texas at Fort Bliss, where he downed 57 hot dogs in just 5 minutes during an event sponsored by Impossible Meats. The CEO of Impossible Meats presented a generous $106,000 check to Operation Homefront, supporting military families.
Minor League Baseball Fun
The Madison Mallards have outdone themselves with tomorrow night’s theme night. Inspired by Chris Farley's iconic “Saturday Night Live” character, Matt Foley, the team will don replica jerseys and hats. Fans are encouraged to dress up and join the fun in the stands. This tribute to the beloved comedian, born in Madison, Wisconsin, promises to be a memorable night.
WNBA All-Star Lineup
The WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association) All-Star Game is set for July 20 in Phoenix, featuring an exciting matchup between Team WNBA and Team USA. Caitlin Clark, who garnered over 700,000 votes, and her teammate Aliyah Boston will represent the WNBA team. Meanwhile, stars like A’ja Wilson and Diana Taurasi will shine for Team USA. Get the full lineup here.
Historic Moment in Hockey
Jessica Campbell made headlines as the first woman to be named an NHL (National Hockey League) coach when she was hired as an assistant coach for the Seattle Kraken. Congratulations, Jessica, on this groundbreaking achievement!
Wimbledon Emotional Farewell
Andy Murray bid an emotional farewell to Wimbledon in what may be his final appearance. It was the first time a men’s doubles first-round match was played in the event’s main stadium in nearly 30 years. Although he and his brother Jamie lost their doubles match, the crowd was deeply moved by their heartfelt hug and the touching moment they shared on the iconic court.
Euro Cup and Copa America Action
The quarterfinals in the Euro Cup are set, and one thing to note when watching is that there’s no extra time in a game that ends in a tie—just straight to penalty shootouts. Exciting matchups include Germany vs. Spain and Portugal vs. France, with Lionel Messi and Argentina advancing to the Copa America semifinals after a draw with Ecuador. Expect thrilling action ahead!
That’s your weekend recap! For more updates, follow us on social media or visit lastnightsgame.com. Have a great weekend as you recover from the holiday festivities!
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