Watching the World Cup has me asking questions. Do Europeans get issued 8 weeks of vacation, unlimited airline miles, and a trust fund at birth? Because every match I turn on there are 40,000 fans following their team to a different state or country on a Tuesday afternoon while Americans are hiding in a work bathroom checking scores.
The Boston Globe, Boston's largest newspaper, penned an open letter to the Tartan Army for their unforgettable experiences in the city.
"Dear Tartan Army,
"You came for the World Cup, but gave us something more.
"For a week, you turned train stations into singalongs, Fenway into a football ground, and an ordinary June into something we'll be talking about for years.
"Boston has hosted championships, parades, and celebrations of every kind. But we've never hosted guests quite like you all.
"Thank you for the laughter, the bagpipes, and the memories. The World Cup will move on. So will the songs, but we'll never forget the joy you brought to our city."
No one does it like the Tartan Army 🏴
To George and Laura, Bill and Hillary — we're grateful for your friendship, counsel, and devotion to this country. And to Joe and Jill, thank you for being on this journey with us.
Rest in peace to Gene Shalit, a man whose Kermit the Frog interview went absolutely off the rails in 1984.
Nobody has interviewed a Muppet like this since.
Respectfully, no one is casually watching a FIFA World Cup™ match. One minute you’re “just checking scores” and suddenly you’re emotionally invested in Brazil vs Morocco.
Watch the FIFA World Cup™ live in English on FOX and FS1 and in Spanish on Telemundo.
Gene Shalit, the “Today” show film critic and arts commentator whose pouf of ebony hair, bushy mustache, funhouse eyeglasses and floppy bow ties made him a kooky and welcome presence on morning television for decades, died on June 12. He was 100. https://t.co/UIQ9iP7Pps
Anthony Bourdain died on this day eight years ago and him describing Waffle House is still the single-most important description of America that has ever been articulated.
Second time in the last 8 days the Red Sox had a starter go at least 7 innings and give up only 1 hit.
Ranger Suarez vs TOR
8 IP | 1 H | 1 BB | 0 R | 10 K
Payton Tolle vs DET
7 IP | 1 H | 1 BB | 0 ER | 8 K
We are deeply saddened to learn that Alex Zanardi has passed away at the age of 59.
Zanardi was a two-time IndyCar (CART) champion for Chip Ganassi Racing and competed in F1 for Jordan, Minardi, Lotus and Williams across 41 grands prix.
The Bologna-born Italian’s motor sport career took a dramatic turn in 2001 after an IndyCar (Champ Car) crash which led to him having his legs amputated.
He staged a remarkable sporting comeback to become one of Italy’s most successful Paralympic athletes - winning four gold medals and two silver at the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Games.
Sadly in 2020, Zanardi was seriously injured when he was struck by a truck while competing in a para-cycling relay in Tuscany. He suffered serious head injuries and spent several years undergoing treatment.
“It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of Alessandro Zanardi, which occurred suddenly yesterday evening, 1 May,” his family said in a statement.
“Alex passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
“The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all those who are showing their support at this time and asks that their grief and privacy be respected during this period of mourning.”
Motor Sport sends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and former colleagues of Alex.