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US Figure Skating plans to petition the ISU to review the ice-dance judging system after one judge’s scores appeared to disproportionately influence the Olympic result, giving French pair Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron a narrow win over Madison Chock and Evan Bates; the ISU defends its process, and a letter is expected to be sent soon.
The article explains the judging process in sumo wrestling, including the use of replays and objections by ring-side judges during the Grand Sumo Tournament at Royal Albert Hall, London.
The season 34 premiere of Dancing with the Stars featured a diverse cast, lively performances, and some chaos on live TV, with Robert Irwin impressing judges and no eliminations this week, setting the stage for future competition.
Cheryl Burke, a former professional dancer on 'Dancing with the Stars,' criticized judge Derek Hough and the panel for lacking ballroom expertise, suggesting they should further educate themselves to provide more informed critiques. Burke, who has extensive experience on the show, expressed her views on her podcast, questioning the judges' ability to accurately assess technique and suggesting they take adjudicator exams to improve their knowledge.
Luke Bryan commented on Katy Perry's departure from "American Idol," stating that he wasn't surprised by her announcement and that they have developed a great friendship during their time on the show. Perry had revealed her decision to leave during an appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," citing the need to pursue her own path. Bryan also mentioned that he hasn't thought about leaving the show yet and defended Perry against criticism, acknowledging the challenges of judging young contestants on the reality TV competition.
The NBA Slam Dunk Contest has been criticized for its lack of starpower and poor judging, with the 2024 contest being a prime example. Despite standout performances, the judging felt predetermined, overshadowing the event. Reigning champion Mac McClung won, but the push to get Jaylen Brown into the final undermined the competition. The format and judging inaccuracies continue to deter stars from participating, prompting calls for a new, more relaxed format to revitalize the contest.
"American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks has expressed interest in filling Katy Perry's vacant judge seat on the show, following Perry's announcement of her departure. Sparks, who won the competition in 2007, is known for hits like "No Air" and "Battlefield." Perry, who has been a judge for seven seasons, will be leaving alongside Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan.
Katy Perry announced on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" that the upcoming season 22 of "American Idol" will be her last, citing her upcoming headlining performance at the Rock in Rio music festival in Brazil as a reason. Perry has been a judge on the show since 2018 and expressed her love for the experience but also her need to pursue her own musical endeavors.
Whoopi Goldberg, co-host of The View, criticized American Idol during a panel discussion, calling it the "beginning of the downfall of society" due to society's obsession with judging others. Goldberg explained that once people were given the ability to judge others, it led to a cycle of negativity. American Idol started on Fox in 2002 and is now on ABC with different judges. Goldberg clarified that her comments had nothing to do with ABC, but rather the show itself.
Whoopi Goldberg walked back her claim that "American Idol" began the "downfall of society" on "The View" after being reminded that the show is produced by the same network that airs her show. Goldberg explained that she believes that "American Idol" began "the downfall of society" as the public was encouraged to judge people. She clarified that she watched the show when "ABC didn't have it" and that it had nothing to do with the network.
The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is underway, with thousands of dogs competing in various categories. Veterinarians are on hand to provide medical care for sick or injured dogs, while judges evaluate each breed based on specific criteria. The newest breed to compete this year is the bracco Italiano, a pointer in the sporting group. The event will culminate in the selection of the best in show, determined by judge Elizabeth Sweigart. Viewers can watch live coverage on FS1 or the Fox Sports app, with commentary from The New York Times.
The annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show, one of the world's most prestigious, is being held this year on the grounds of the U.S. Open tennis tournament, where more than 3,000 dogs are competing. The dog show is an arena where details matter deeply, and judging varies widely by breed. Dress style is typically conservative and sensible, and grooming is meticulous. Judges suspend their personal affinities and biases, and focus on whether the dog before them can do the job it was originally bred to do.
UFC welterweight Matt Brown criticized judge Joel Ojeda for his scorecard in the Cory Sandhagen vs. Marlon Vera fight at UFC San Antonio, calling it "absolutely f****** ludicrous." Ojeda gave Vera the final three rounds and the fight, despite Sandhagen dominating the majority of the bout. Brown believes there is no excuse for the scorecard and that Ojeda should find a different job. He also highlights the larger problem of flawed judging and scoring systems in MMA.
Katy Perry is facing criticism for a joke she made about a contestant being a young mother on American Idol. Sara Beth Liebe, the contestant, called out Perry's comment as "hurtful" and "embarrassing." Perry also faced backlash for her overall judging of Liebe's audition, with viewers accusing her of being rude and judgmental. Despite this, Liebe received a golden ticket to the next round.