Alessandra Gozzini, giornalista, si è così espressa su La Gazzetta dello Sport sul futuro di Theo Hernandez: “La linea della società è chiara. Niente rinnovo, si cercheranno acquirenti in estate. Unica eccezione alla regola: un allenatore che garantisca per lui”.
THEO RITROVA IL VENEZIA
Riflettori del Penzo indirizzati sulla fascia sinistra del Milan. Perché in quella zona di campo giocherà un certo Theo Hernandez, rossonero che ha nel Venezia la sua vittima preferita in Serie A. L’esterno francese, infatti, ha marcato 4 gol agli arancioneroverdi, il più recente nel girone d’andata dopo appena 2 minuti dal fischio d’avvio. Non solo. Nel 2021-2022 in Laguna fu autore di una doppietta, mentre al Meazza si limitò, per così scrivere, a 1 sola rete. Insomma, Theo Hernandez è sempre andato a segno negli incroci di campionato fra Diavolo e Leoni alati, per una media di 1,33 gol/match. Contro nessun’altra squadra l’esterno è riuscito a fare meglio nel massimo campionato italiano, né per numero assoluto di reti, né per rapporto centri/partite.
Quello in programma domenica sarà il 14esimo Venezia-Milan di Serie A. Il bilancio racconta di 3 successi per i giocatori di casa, 2 segni X, 8 vittorie per i calciatori ospiti. Un paio di segni 2 in schedina sono però arrivati per decisione del Giudice Sportivo. Terminiamo questo excursus nel passato ricordando che il pareggio senza gol tarda dal 23 marzo 1941, mentre quello con centri dal 4 maggio 1947. Pertanto, lo 0-0 manca da 30.716 giorni, il segno X con reti da 28.483.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – Saturday, cities across the country are participating in ‘Drug Takeback Day’, including multiple cities in Southern Colorado.
If you have unused or expired prescription drugs, you can dispose of them properly at one of four drop-off sites.
Without days like the National Take Back Day, leftover drugs can find their way into the wrong hands, like a child, an addict or a pet.
Thousands of people from around the United States are cleaning out their medicine cabinets and anonymously turning in their prescription drugs safely and properly.
If you’re planning on disposing of your expired medicines on Saturday, all you have to do is make sure they’re stored in a sealed bag or container at one of the drop-off sites.
Saturday, cities across the country are participating in ‘Drug Takeback Day’, including multiple cities in Southern Colorado.
The Colorado Springs Police Department told 11 News that other alternatives for getting rid of medications, such as throwing them away or flushing them down the toilet, can be hazardous to others or the environment.
“We don’t want people flushing it down the toilet because we don’t want to pollute our water supply,” Caitlin Ford with CSPD said, “so finding safe and appropriate ways of disposing of these prescription medications is really important.”
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Caleb Downs at the top: The Ohio State safety is the top prospect on this way-too-early 2026 NFL Draft big board.
Arch Manning QB1: Despite only starting two games, the Texas signal-caller is the top quarterback prospect in next year’s class.
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The 2025 NFL Draft may have just concluded, but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to look ahead to next year. Here’s a way-too-early look at the top-25 prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft.
Downs, who transferred from Alabama last offseason, has been the most valuable safety in college football over the past two seasons, according to PFF’s Wins Above Average (WAA) metric. His 91.7 overall PFF grade in that span is second among all FBS safeties, while his 91.2 PFF coverage grade is third. Downs is also a fantastic run defender, leading all players on this list with 35 run-defense stops and an 88.5 PFF run-defense grade since 2023.
Downs is an incredibly versatile player who can thrive at free safety, slot corner or in the box. Not to mention, he’s also a dynamic punt returner.
Parker’s 12 sacks in 2024 led all returning Power Five edge rushers, and he’s one of three in that same group who posted 80.0-plus PFF grades as both a pass rusher and a run defender.
Parker has a devastating bull rush thanks to his power at 6-foot-3, 265 pounds. He has all the makings of a top-10 selection next April if he can put together a similarly strong junior year.
Between Parker and Woods, Clemson projects to have two top-five picks along its defensive line next year. The latter spent the majority of his sophomore year playing out of position at edge defender and still earned an 83.3 overall PFF grade on the season. Over his first two seasons of college football, he’s both the highest-graded and most valuable returning Power Four defensive tackle, according to PFF’s wins above average metric.
Woods leads that same group with an 89.7 PFF run-defense grade and 14.9% pass-rush win rate since 2023. His power and agility at 6-foot-3, 315 pounds make him a nightmare for any offensive lineman.
Manning’s placement on this list was the most difficult to determine. Even though he’s only started two games in his career against bad competition (Louisiana-Monroe and Mississippi State), the rising redshirt sophomore is still the betting favorite to take home the Heisman Trophy (+700 on DraftKings Sportsbook).
His 88.1 overall PFF grade was 13th among FBS quarterbacks who played at least 200 snaps, and Manning was 16th in both big-time throw rate (6.4%) and turnover-worthy play rate (1.9%) as well. Manning is a much better athlete than either of his legendary uncles, Peyton and Eli, rushing for four touchdowns on just 21 attempts last year, including a 67-yarder.
There might not have been a more improved quarterback in college football than Klubnik this past season. After placing 102nd among FBS signal-callers in 2023 with a 63.9 PFF passing grade, he was fifth in 2024 with an 87.7 mark. Only Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders threw more touchdowns than the junior (36), and those two were regarded as two of the best quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft. Klubnik was also fifth among all quarterbacks in America with 28 big-time throws.
The former top quarterback recruit in the 2022 high school class is finally starting to live up to the hype and has the potential to take a loaded Clemson roster to the promised land as a senior.
Proctor was tasked with protecting Jalen Milroe’s blindside in each of his first two seasons. While he took his lumps as a true freshman in 2023, the former five-star recruit showed serious improvement down the stretch of the season, which carried over into his sophomore campaign.
Since Week 8 of 2023, Proctor has earned a 76.5 overall PFF grade, which is eighth among SEC tackles. Some of his best performances have come against some elite defensive lines as well. Across three games against Georgia and South Carolina, the Iowa native recorded a 90.4 PFF pass-blocking grade with only one pressure allowed on 96 pass-blocking snaps.
Proctor is a dancing bear at 6-foot-7, 369 pounds with preposterous athleticism at that monstrous size. If he can play at a more consistent level, he has the upside of being a top-10 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Fighting Irish’s elite run game and stellar defense led them all the way to the National Championship Game this past season, and the former should still be present in 2025 thanks to the return of Love.
The sophomore was the second-most-valuable back in the nation, according to PFF’s wins above average metric, while his 91.0 overall PFF grade was fifth. Love’s 38% forced missed tackle rate also ranked second among Power Four running backs this past season, while his 6.9 yards per carry sat third. His fantastic athleticism enables him to run through or hurdle defenders, making him a threat to score from anywhere on the field.
The current favorite to be the top corner selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, McCoy was a lockdown player for the Volunteers after transferring in from Oregon State. His 89.6 PFF coverage grade in 2024 is second among returning Power Four corners, while his four interceptions were tied for second in that same group.
McCoy possesses exceptional ball skills and phenomenal movement ability, scoring a near-perfect 99.9 in PFF’s Game Athleticism Score metric.
Mauigoa has been starting at right tackle for the Hurricanes since his true freshman season. The former five-star recruit showed marked improvement as a pass blocker during his sophomore campaign, allowing just two combined sacks/hits on 534 pass-blocking snaps. He was the only FBS tackle with two or fewer knockdowns allowed on 500-plus pass-blocking snaps.
Mauigoa’s 71.4 PFF run-blocking grade since 2023 is also tied for fourth among ACC tackles. There’s still some overall refinement needed in his game, but he’s one of the favorites to be OT1 in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Fano led all FBS tackles with a 93.0 overall PFF grade this past season. That’s mainly due to his dominance in the run game, as the Utah native’s 93.6 PFF run-blocking grade was the best in the country by over three points. He also finished as the second-most-valuable Power Four tackle according to PFF’s wins above average metric, trailing only top-10 pick Kelvin Banks Jr.
Fano is no slouch as a pass protector either, earning a top-30 PFF pass-blocking grade among Power Four tackles (79.5). While some length concerns could push him inside to guard in the NFL, he’s still an elite athlete with dominant tape as just a true sophomore.
The younger brother of current Atlanta Falcons corner A.J. Terrell, Avieon is projected to follow in his brother’s footsteps from Clemson to the first round of the NFL Draft. The younger Terrell is a much better run defender than his brother, placing fourth among all cornerbacks with a 90.7 PFF run-defense grade this past season, and his three forced fumbles tied for second. Terrell is still excellent in coverage as well, leading all Power Four corners with 14 forced incompletions in 2024.
While not the biggest at just 5-foot-11, 180 pounds, Terrell plays with outstanding physicality for the position and has the speed to stick with receivers in man coverage.
A calf injury kept Bain from taking a significant jump in his sophomore year like many were expecting, but he still deserves a spot toward the top of this list for how good he’s been over his first couple of seasons.
Bain’s 73 pressures since 2023 stand third among returning Power Four edge defenders, while his 16.9% pass-rush win rate is fourth. His 82.7 run-defense grade this past season is also fourth in that same group. Bain can line up anywhere on the defensive line at 6-foot-3, 275 pounds and should remind many why he’s a first-round caliber talent now that he’s fully healthy.
Hill entered college as a five-star recruit and immediately lived up to the hype, starting immediately as a true freshman. He’s constantly around the football, whether that’s as a run defender, pass rusher or in coverage. Since 2023, his 32 coverage stops are tied for the most among FBS linebackers, while his 10 sacks and five forced fumbles are tied for the most among those in Power Four. Hill has had 127 plays where he’s made first contact on the ball carrier in that same span, the most of any returning Power Four linebacker.
Hill is a versatile athlete who wears many different hats for the Longhorns’ defense and could find his way into the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Tyson enjoyed a massive breakout year with the Sun Devils, tallying 1,098 yards as a redshirt sophomore. The only returning Power Four receiver who posted more was Smith.
Something clicked for the Colorado transfer in the second half of the season. In Arizona State’s final six games of the regular season, Tyson led the nation with 729 receiving yards, while his 4.03 yards per route run were second among Power Four wideouts. Unfortunately, he suffered a shoulder injury in the final regular-season game, which kept him out of the Big 12 title game and College Football Playoff quarterfinal — the latter of which the Sun Devils lost in double overtime.
Slaughter was the only Power Four center with 80.0-plus PFF grades both as a pass blocker and as a run blocker. Making that even more impressive is the fact that he faced a murderer’s row of defensive tackles like Walter Nolen, Alfred Collins, Shemar Turner, Deone Walker, Omarr Norman-Lott and Joshua Farmer, all of whom were picked in the first four rounds of this year’s draft.
Slaughter’s 85.8 overall grade since 2023 trails only Jackson Powers-Johnson among Power Four centers. He moves very well at 6-foot-4, 308 pounds, which allows him to dominate in a zone-blocking scheme.
Faulk has been one of Auburn’s starting edge defenders in each of his first two seasons and took a major step forward as a sophomore. His 83.8 overall PFF grade was more than 16 points better than what he posted as a freshman and is the fifth-best mark of any returning Power Four edge rusher.
The former four-star recruit is at his best in the run game, tying for eighth among Power Four edges with 23 run-defense stops last year. Faulk is still developing his moves as a pass rusher, but he did show improvement in this area with nine sacks and 45 pressures last year. Both those figures stood in the top 20 of the Power Four.
While his performance in the final game of the season was rough (36.6 PFF passing grade), Allar quieted many critics by quarterbacking the Nittany Lions all the way to the College Football Playoff semifinals this past season. He finished as the nation’s sixth-most valuable signal-caller in the process, according to our wins above average metric. His 21 big-time throws were a top-20 mark in America, while Allar’s 2.1% turnover-worthy play rate was 21st.
He showed off his rifle right arm far more as a junior, increasing his average depth of target by over a yard. There are still some things to clean up in terms of his footwork and accuracy and plenty of questions surrounding Penn State’s wide receiver room, but Allar will enter his senior season as one of the top quarterback prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft. With a loaded roster surrounding him, he has the potential to take the Nittany Lions on an even deeper run next year.
After sitting on the bench for three years, Nussmeier finally received his chance to start for the Tigers as a redshirt junior. He extended the flashes of brilliance he had as a backup over a full season and finished the year with the fifth-most passing yards in the nation (4,043) and tied for seventh in big-time throws (26).
Nussmeier is still a bit of a gunslinger, as his 18 turnover-worthy plays were among the 20 most in the nation. He also adds virtually nothing as a runner, as his 93 rushing yards in 2024 were easily the fewest of anyone on this list. But he’s still a tough quarterback who’s fearless in the pocket and is capable of making almost any throw on the field.
Thieneman’s sophomore season at Purdue wasn’t nearly as good as his freshman year. He posted just a 72.4 overall PFF grade after earning an 89.5 overall PFF grade in 2023. Much of that can be attributed to the Boilermakers lining him up at free safety far less, a role he excels at with his elite speed and ball skills.
Dillon Thieneman’s Snaps at Free Safety by Year
Year
% of snaps at free safety
2023
86.4%
2024
57%
His 89.4 overall PFF grade since 2023 is still fourth among returning FBS safeties, and he has 80-plus PFF grades in coverage and run defense in that span. Thieneman is arguably the best center fielder in college football and is also one of the nation’s top athletes. Dan Lanning should have a lot of fun incorporating his range into his defense.
Overton was a top-15 overall recruit in the 2022 class but failed to live up to the hype during his first two seasons at Texas A&M, posting a 61.5 overall PFF grade in that span.
A transfer to Alabama did wonders for his development, as he ended the year as one of the 15 most valuable edge defenders in America. Overton’s 18% pass-rush win rate was a top-30 mark in the nation, while his 81.7 PFF run-defense grade was 25th. He blurs the line between an edge rusher and defensive tackle at 283 pounds and can line up anywhere along the defensive line and succeed.
The Crimson Tide is losing a stud linebacker in Jihaad Campbell, but they still have another stud patrolling the middle of the field in Lawson coming back.
His eight forced incompletions since 2023 are tied for the most among all returning linebackers in the nation, while his 56 run-defense stops in that same span stand third among returning Power Four ones. Lawson takes on blocks very well due to his strong build at 6-foot-2, 239 pounds, and does an outstanding job at reading the quarterback’s eyes in zone coverage.
After spending one season at Michigan State, Leavitt transferred to ASU and was one of the biggest reasons why the Sun Devils went from back-to-back 3-9 seasons to winning the Big 12 and making the College Football Playoff quarterfinals.
The redshirt freshman’s 89.1 overall PFF grade was ninth among FBS quarterbacks, and he was the only Power Four signal-caller with 80.0-plus PFF grades both as a passer and as a runner. Leavitt was fourth among all quarterbacks in America with a 1.1% turnover-worthy play rate, while his 34 forced missed tackles on the ground were fifth among Power Four ones. With superstar running back Cam Skattebo off to the NFL, there’ll be even more pressure on Leavitt to carry Arizona State’s offense to similar heights.
Like Anthony Hill Jr., York has been a starter in each of his first two seasons. But unlike Hill, he was just a three-star recruit coming out of high school.
York has proven those rankings wrong thus far, leading all returning Power Four linebackers with 59 run-defense stops since 2023. His 122 first contacts on the ballcarrier are tied for fourth among that same group. York has a stocky build, standing at 6 feet, 235 pounds, and is an excellent tackler.
Singleton is now with the Tigers after two seasons at Georgia Tech.
His 1,468 receiving yards across his two years with the Yellow Jackets stands second among returning Power Four wideouts. He also scored above the 99th percentile in PFF’s Game Athleticism Score metric. As that figure might suggest, Singleton has track speed with the ability to hit a home run at any point. His 664 receiving yards on deep balls since 2023 lead all returning Power Four receivers.
The Longhorns may have lost a first-round cornerback in Jahdae Barron, but they’re still in a great spot with Muhammad returning for his junior season. Only three returning Power Four corners have been more valuable than him over the last two seasons, according to our WAA metric. He has 17 forced incompletions in that span despite only being targeted on 12.1% of his coverage snaps.
While not an elite athlete, Muhammad wins with his instincts and ability to click and close in coverage.
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Many stars have decided to leave the glitz and glam of Hollywood for a more relaxed lifestyle, including the ever-so-private Rachel McAdams and her family. In fact, they may be cutting ties for good after McAdams listed her and her beau Jamie Linden’s longtime Los Angeles abode.
Their longtime Los Angeles home, located in the Los Feliz neighborhood, just came onto the market for just a touch under $4 million.
The pair first bought the secluded home in Aug 2011 for $1.67 million, according to property records obtained by Realtor. And in photos obtained by the same outlet, we can see that this home is as swanky as can be.
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Along with being secluded, the four-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom is set on 0.43 acres of land, has a home theater room, a custom bar, two kitchens, and has an outside area that features a hot tub, a second-floor patio, and a pool.
Now, why are they selling this home? Well, two years ago, the Mean Girls alum and Linden left Hollywood and moved to an unspecified location in the South to raise their family, and getting rid of this home is the last string attached!
For those who don’t know, McAdams and American screenwriter Linden started dating in 2016. The pair welcomed two children: a son, born in 2018, and a daughter, born in 2020. They’ve never released many details about their family life, including their children’s names.
However, back in 2023, she talked about the “privilege” of motherhood to People. She said, “As a mom, it’s not too, too hard to find the messiness, the privilege of getting to watch a child grow up and be their parent. I think that’s a really lucky place, a spot to be in.”
These celebrity parents are raising strong, resilient daughters.
Scott Peterson said in a declaration seeking to overturn his murder conviction that he had “absolutely nothing to do with the disappearance and deaths of my wife and son.”
Peterson detailed his recollection of Laci Peterson’s disappearance in a 126-page declaration included in a petition filed last week by the Los Angeles Innocence Project.
The nonprofit organization, which represents people convicted of crimes who want to prove their innocence, said it has uncovered new scientific evidence and witness statements that prove Peterson did not kill Laci and their unborn son, Conner.
“I have steadfastly maintained my innocence from the moment my wife went missing on December 24, 2002, throughout my trial, appeal, and post-conviction proceedings, and to this day. I had absolutely nothing to do with the disappearance and deaths of my wife and son,” Peterson wrote in his declaration. “I am not a violent person.”
The Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office declined to comment on Friday.
A young child looks at a makeshift memorial and a missing person’s banner offering a $500,000 reward for information on Laci Peterson in Modesto, Calif., on Jan. 4, 2003. Justin Sullivan / Getty Images file
Peterson, 52, is serving life in prison without the possibility of parole after he was convicted of killing Laci, who was eight months pregnant.
Prosecutors said he dumped his wife’s body in the Berkeley Marina in California on Christmas Eve 2002 and tried to cover up the crime by making it appear as if she were missing. The bodies of her and her unborn son washed ashore in San Francisco Bay four months after she vanished.
Peterson was initially sentenced to death in 2005, but the California Supreme Court overturned his sentence in 2020. The following year, he was resentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
In his declaration, Peterson said authorities “targeted” him from day one and immediately labeled him as a suspect. He accused police of either misrepresenting his statements or failing to record or document them.
Scott Peterson and Amber Frey.Netflix
Peterson wrote that the “already biased investigation” was “irretrievably derailed” when news of his affair with Amber Frey surfaced.
“Despite the disgraceful and immature behavior I exhibited when I was unfaithful to my wife and despite the poor judgment I exercised when I compounded the error by not being forthcoming with the police about it, I loved my wife very much,” he wrote.
“I have lived with the pain of my poor judgment and character flaws inflicted on others for the last 23 years, and I will continue to live with that shame for the rest of my life. All of that being said, I was in no way responsible for Laci’s disappearance or her death or that of our son, Conner,” he continued. “I do not expect forgiveness for my poor judgment or my hurtful transgressions. But I will never stop doing everything I can to learn who took my family from me. And, in the process, I will hopefully be able to prove that I had no role whatsoever in their deaths.”
Laci Peterson and Scott Peterson.Netflix
The Los Angeles Innocence Project, which took on Peterson’s case in 2023, detailed what it says is evidence that proves Peterson is innocent, including evidence showing that a home across the street from the Petersons’ was burglarized on the day Laci went missing and evidence showing a witness overheard a conversation among the burglars that Laci saw them and confronted them.
According to the organization, a van was also set on fire hours after Laci was reported as missing. The van allegedly had a mattress in the back that had apparent bloodstains on it.
“The Los Angeles Innocence Project advocates for truth and justice, no matter who the defendant may be or how controversial the case,” the organization’s board president John Sonego said in a statement.
After a resounding victory over Inter in the Coppa Italia semi-final, Milan is set to return to Serie A action against Venezia with momentum firmly on its side. With Christian Pulisic, Santiago Gimenez, Rafael Leao, and Joao Felix all in focus, the big question heading into Sunday morning’s clash is: who among these stars will make the starting XI?
The Rossoneri’s stunning 4-1 aggregate triumph over their city rivals was not only unexpected but emphatic. It reaffirmed the sense that manager Sergio Conceicao’s tactical adjustments, particularly the switch to a 3-4-3 system, are beginning to bear fruit. “This system seems to guarantee a different defensive solidity, all the players feel a bit calmer and confident,” commented reporter Manuele Baiocchini to Sky Italia.
Despite the high spirits, the Rossoneri are wary. Venezia, fighting to escape relegation, has everything to play for, and early kickoffs always present the risk of surprise results.
Formation-wise, Conceicao appears committed to the 3-4-3 that has stabilized Milan’s recent performances. “I think the three-man defence will be confirmed,” said Baiocchini, citing the team’s strong recent form in the setup.
The role of Pulisic, Leao, Gimenez, and Felix
The mystery surrounding which of the attacking stars would feature added intrigue ahead of the weekend. Finally, as tactical preparations became clearer, it was confirmed that Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao will start against Venezia, while Santiago Gimenez and Joao Felix are set to begin on the bench.
Pulisic, though slightly inconsistent lately, has been backed to use this match as a springboard to regain sharpness. Rafael Leao, the explosive winger who has been vital to Milan’s biggest nights, also starts, with hopes that he can assert his dominance against a vulnerable Venezia defense. However, with the Portuguese one yellow away from suspension, there is a strategic consideration looming over his performance.
As for Santiago Gimenez, the plan is clear: he remains a powerful option off the bench. Milan’s management sees the young striker as a crucial weapon in the second half, particularly if the match becomes tight. The same applies to Joao Felix, who continues to integrate into the squad and could be unleashed later if needed.
Meanwhile, Luka Jovic’s scintillating form has made him undroppable. Conceicao sees no reason to disrupt a winning formula, and with seven goals scored and just one conceded in Milan’s last three matches, continuity is the name of the game.
Expected Milan XI (3-4-3): Maignan; Tomori, Gabbia, Pavlovic; Jimenez, Fofana, Reijnders, Hernandez; Pulisic, Jovic, Leao.
Eight fantastic third-round matches are scheduled on day five at the ATP Madrid Open. As always, we here at LWOT will predict every match on the slate, including Daniil Medvedev vs Juan Manuel Cerundolo – but who will book their spot in the fourth round in Madrid?
ATP Madrid Day 5 Predictions
Brandon Nakashima vs Flavio Cobolli
Head-to-head: first meeting
Brandon Nakashima played a solid match in the second round to win his first match in the Madrid Masters. Nakashima was dominant behind his serve with 15 aces and winning 84% of the first serve points. Against Flavio Cobolli, a more formidable opponent, he will have to serve in this manner to have a good chance of winning. Cobolli lost at this stage last year and will look to make the round of 16 for the first time. This match has all the makings of a close encounter, but Cobolli should have just about enough to advance.
This should be an intriguing battle between the two compatriots. Last year’s quarterfinalist, Francisco Cerundolo, got off to a flying start in the second round and won the match comfortably. Cerundolo has the upper hand in this rivalry of Franciscos as he beat Comesana two times last season. However, Comesana is playing some of the best tennis of his career and should be motivated to defeat Cerundolo for the first time. Although both players enjoy clay and are solid baseliners, Cerundolo possesses an additional gear at the moment, giving him the upper hand.
Prediction: Cerundolo in 3
Casper Ruud vs Sebastian Korda
Head-to-head: first meeting
Casper Ruud got off to a slightly slow start in his first match against Arthur Rinderknech, but once he found his forehand, there was no stopping him. These are not the typical clay court conditions that Ruud enjoys, but this could be a blessing in disguise for the Norwegian, as he knows he has to play more aggressively and not be passive. Sebastian Korda lost the second set against Federico Cina but he never looked out of the match and remained focussed to win the third set. Korda has the timing in his shots to trouble Ruud in these conditions, but he must serve at a high rate to put extra pressure. This match could go either way, but Ruud’s experience on this surface might just give him the edge.
Alexander Zverev played one of his best matches of the season to demolish Roberto Bautista Agut in straight sets. Zverev played with controlled aggression and hit 30 winners. His forehand looked as solid as ever, and it would be hard for anyone to beat him if he continues to play like this. Alejandro Davidovich Fokina is the last hope for local fans and will need to play at his best to have a chance against the world #2. A good start would be crucial for the Spaniard, as it would encourage the crowd to get into the match. I won’t be surprised if Davidovich Fokina gets the upset, but I can’t go against Zverev’s current form.
Miranda Lambert has revealed her latest project on Instagram, but some eagle-eyed fans are focused on something beyond her launch news.
On Thursday, April 24, Miranda took to the ‘gram to tease Idyllwind’s new premium stretch denim, which is designed to keep its shape while showing off yours. In the photo, the 41-year-old country star is seen crouching in hip-hugging dark denim jeans and a matching denim button-up tee, paired with a white belt and warm brown leather cowboy boots, and topped off with her voluminous beachy blonde waves.
As one fan aptly put it, Miranda looks like the “new definition of kerosene” in the photo.
As excited as Miranda’s followers are for the new denim drop, though, many were focused not on the stretchy Texas Hold ‘Em Jeans ($80) that she showcased, but the fresh ink that lined her forearm in the snap.
“The denim, hair, and turquoise jewelry distracted me from the tattoo, but I do love it! Daddy prob don’t cry when he sees them anymore,” one fan commented. “Obsessed with the new tattoo,” someone else wrote. “Love the hair and new tatt,” another fan chimed in.
The tattoo in question is a dainty little horseshoe at the tail end of her sprawling “tumbleweed” script tattoo. Scottsdale-based tattoo artist Christina Nguyen inked the cute design on Miranda back in March of this year. “Tiny lil horseshoe for @mirandalambert to represent her cutie horses,” she posted on Instagram.
Now the only question is, what will she get next? So far, Miranda has guns with wings on her left forearm, the heart paw print logo of her nonprofit MuttNation on her ankle, a couple foot tatts, a cross on the inside of her wrist, a teeny music note on her outer forearm, a long arrow on the outer edge of her hand, and an elaborate right forearm tattoo said to honor her marriage to Brendan McLoughlin, just to name a few.
Rebecca Norris is a full-time freelance writer living in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Over the past 10+ years, she’s heavily covered a range of lifestyle topics, including travel, home, beauty, style, wellness, and celebrity news. She is a graduate of George Mason University, where she earned a B.A. in Media: Production, Consumption, and Critique, along with a minor in Electronic Journalism. When she’s not writing, she can be found strolling with her Jack-Chi, Cash, sipping iced matcha lattes, indulging in delicious cuisine, perusing farmer’s markets and antique sales, collecting colored glass, getting lost within the pages of a book, and exploring new bucket-list cities.
