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Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson spoke out after a controversial loss at UFC Nashville, where he suffered a severe shin injury but still believed he performed well. The 42-year-old fighter, who is aiming to break the UFC record for oldest fighter, expressed gratitude to his fans and team, and indicated he plans to continue fighting for at least a few more years despite the setback.
Manasquan High School's basketball team lost its final appeal in a controversial semifinal loss to Camden after the New Jersey State Superior Court’s Appellate Division denied their latest appeal, ruling out further litigation and a trip to the New Jersey Supreme Court. The legal battle stemmed from referees reversing a game-winning shot by Manasquan's Griffin Linstra, despite video evidence showing it was released before the buzzer. The courts, NJSIAA, and the Department of Education all upheld Camden's victory, allowing them to proceed to the Group 2 championship game.
The NBA has denied the New York Knicks' protest following a controversial last-second loss to the Houston Rockets, despite admitting that a referee mistake cost them the game. Fans have criticized the league's decision, questioning the effectiveness of the protest system, as the Knicks continue to push for a strong season in the Eastern Conference.