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  • Haiden Deegan Dominates RedBud Combine: Explosive Showdown with Top Motocross Pros

    Haiden Deegan Dominates RedBud Combine: Explosive Showdown with Top Motocross Pros

     

    Unleash the Fury: RedBud Hosts the Ultimate Motocross Showdown!

     

    In a heart-pounding announcement, the 2025 RedBud SMX Next – Motocross Scouting Moto Combine is set to ignite the tracks with 26 fierce and talented riders ready to battle it out for supremacy. Presented by U.S. Air Force Special Warfare, this adrenaline-fueled event promises to be a showcase of skill and determination like never before.

     

    The iconic RedBud MX in Michigan will play host to this thrilling spectacle, coinciding with the electrifying 4th of July celebrations. The anticipation is palpable as these young daredevils gear up to kick off the weekend festivities surrounding the Honda RedBud National Presented by Dixxon Flannel, a pivotal event in the 2025 Pro Motocross Championship.

     

    Jim Perry, the Program Director for the Scouting Moto Combine, expressed his excitement for the upcoming showdown, stating, “Few venues and few events carry the lore and prestige that RedBud does, but for the sport of motocross, there is nothing more iconic than the 4th of July at this incredible venue.”

     

    The roster of 26 top A & B class riders has been meticulously selected in collaboration with leading manufacturers such as GASGAS, Honda, Husqvarna, Kawasaki, KTM, Suzuki, Triumph, and Yamaha. This elite group comprises a mix of seasoned veterans from previous SMX Next events and fresh talent eager to make their mark in the motocross world.

     

    Haiden Deegan dominates AMA 250MX with authority at High Point National

    Under the expert guidance of legendary Rider Coaches, including AMA Hall of Famers Broc Glover and the newest inductee Chad Reed, the competitors are in for a fierce competition on and off the track. These esteemed coaches bring a wealth of experience and knowledge, ensuring that the young athletes receive the best mentorship possible.

     

    The impact of the SMX Next program on the professional motocross scene cannot be overstated, with a growing number of graduates making waves in the industry. Notable alumni include defending Pro Motocross 250 Class Champion Haiden Deegan, as well as rising stars Chance Hymas, Julien Beaumer, and many more.

     

    While the main event will be the thrilling motos on Friday, participants can also look forward to educational sessions covering crucial aspects of the sport such as training, nutrition, and media engagement. These sessions are designed to equip the riders with the tools they need to succeed both on and off the track.

     

    Get ready for a motocross extravaganza like no other as RedBud prepares to host the ultimate showdown of talent, determination, and pure adrenaline. Don’t miss out on the action-packed excitement that is set to unfold at the 2025 RedBud SMX Next – Motocross Scouting Moto Combine!

  • Marquette Star Kam Jones’ Absence From Indiana Pacers Summer League Team Likely Pure Technicality, Clarity Coming By July 6

    Marquette Star Kam Jones’ Absence From Indiana Pacers Summer League Team Likely Pure Technicality, Clarity Coming By July 6

     

    Marquette basketball, Kam Jones, Indiana Pacers

    Mar 8, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Marquette Golden Eagles head coach Shaka Smart talks with guard Kam Jones (1) during the second half against the St. John’s Red Storm at Fiserv Forum.

    In the 2025 NBA draft, the Indiana Pacers chose star Marquette guard Kam Jones with the 38th pick, marking the next step in his basketball career after four years with the Golden Eagles. With play set to start next Thursday, the Pacers dropped their summer league squad on social media. Some fans were startled to see Jones missing from the list, but that’s likely due to a technicality of the NBA offseason schedule – no need to worry.

     

    Kam Jones Should Show Up Soon on Indiana Pacers Summer League Team

    Here’s the summer league roster the Pacers published earlier today.

     

     

    Technically, they didn’t actually draft Jones. The 38th pick belongs to the San Antonio Spurs, who agreed to trade it to Indiana on draft night. Since free agent signings and trades can’t become official until July 6, he isn’t yet part of the team. In two days’ time, Jones should be up there with the rest. Frankly, it would be shocking if he wasn’t.

     

    It’s easy to understand any initial concern over his omission. Prior to the draft, the Pacers traded the 23rd pick in 2025 to New Orleans in exchange for their own first-round pick back in 2026, owned by the Pelicans. Their only other selection was a later second-rounder at no. 54. Trading for no. 38 (they sent the Spurs a future second-round pick) gave them their best position in this year’s draft. After investing in the pick, it would be disconcerting to see him left off the summer team. Injury? A falling-out? What happened?

     

    Marquette Golden Eagles, Kam Jones, Indiana Pacers

    Feb 4, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Marquette Golden Eagles forwards David Joplin (23) and Caedin Hamilton (35), with guards Kam Jones (1), Chase Ross (2), and Zaide Lowery (7) at Madison Square Garden.

    Fortunately the exclusion seems to be just a formality, pending the official commencement of free agency on the 6th. After averaging 19.2 points and 5.9 assists as a senior, Jones has a wide open opportunity in Indiana. Tyrese Haliburton’s devastating Achilles injury in Game 7 of the Finals leaves the Pacers without their starting point guard.

     

     

    So far this offseason they have nonetheless taken a quiet approach. This suggests they will look to run the point through shooting guard Andrew Nembhard (5.0 APG last year), backup TJ McConnell (4.4 APG), and youngsters like Jones who show enough to merit a spot on the depth chart.

     

    Kam Jones, Marquette Golden Eagles, Indiana Pacers

    Feb 8, 2025; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Marquette Golden Eagles guard Kam Jones (1) scores against Creighton Bluejays forward Jasen Green (0) in the second half at CHI Health Center Omaha.

    Assuming the roster is updated to include him, Jones will join no. 54 pick Taelon Peter in summer league ball, alongside Pacers reserves Quenton Jackson, Johnny Furphy, and others. Indiana has games scheduled for July 10 versus the Cavaliers, July 12 vs the Thunder, July 14 vs the Bulls, and July 17 against the Knicks.

     

     

     

  • Two-time Olympian diagnosed with cancer

    Two-time Olympian diagnosed with cancer

     

     

    Ciara Mageean celebrates after winning in the Women’s 1500m Final in Rome, 2024

     

    Ciara Mageean has courageously revealed she is fighting cancer. The European Champion and two-time Olympian shared her battle with the illness on social media, revealing that she’s already begun treatment.

     

    In a touching statement, the 1500m runner showed her resolve, stating: “I’m ready to face this with the same fight I’ve always brought to the track.”

     

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    Mageean opened up in her post, saying: “To everyone who’s been part of my journey so far, I have some difficult news to share: I’ve been diagnosed with cancer.

     

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    “It’s been a lot to take in, but I’ve already started treatment and I’m incredibly grateful to be surrounded by the love and support of my family and close friends.”

     

    She further stated: “Right now, my focus is on healing and taking things one day at a time.

     

    “I kindly ask that you respect my privacy and that of my loved ones as we move through this together. Your understanding means more than I can say.”

     

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    Expressing thanks for the support received, she remarked: “Thank you for the love and strength. I’m ready to face this with the same fight I’ve always brought to the track.”

     

    Mageean, who turned 33 earlier this year, had to pull out of the Paris 2024 Olympics due to an injury. She has expressed her ambition to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles games.

     

     

    Ciara Mageean on the Late Late Show in Ireland

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    The 1500m specialist has medalled three times at the European Championships, winning bronze in 2016 and silver in 2022 before a stunning gold medal performance last June.

     

    A persistent Achilles injury forced her to pull out of the Paris Olympics, although she had previously taken part in the 2016 and 2021 Olympic Games.

     

    Mageean’s illustrious career includes a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and a fourth-place finish at the 2023 World Championships, missing a medal by a mere six-tenths of a second. She currently holds the Irish national records for the 800m, 1000m, 1500m, and the mile.

  • Kentucky Target Elijah Satchell Schedules Commitment

    Kentucky Target Elijah Satchell Schedules Commitment

     

     

     

    Elijah Satchell during his Kentucky official visit, via UK Athletics

    We learned on Thursday morning that July 6 could be a big date for the Kentucky football program when QB Matt Ponatoski shares his college decision. He’s not the only UK target announcing on Sunday.

     

    Elijah Satchell shared his decision date with 247’s Brian Dohn. The defensive linemen will choose between Kentucky, Northwestern, Stanford, and N.C. State.

     

    A Camden, New Jersey native, Satchell is a 6-foot-1.5, 220-pound pass-rusher. The three-star talent is ranked by 247 as a defensive lineman. On3 believes his future is at EDGE. That versatility was a part of Kentucky’s recruiting pitch when he visited campus last month for an official visit.

     

    “I am looking at the coaches, the players I am going to be around, the environment and the school,” Satchell told 247. “Everybody wants to use me as an edge, hybrid guy.

     

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    “The most creative one was probably Kentucky. They said I could play all four positions. It wasn’t just as an edge rusher. They said I could play linebacker, too. The other schools told me I could do that as well.”

     

    N.C. State appears to be Kentucky’s top competition. The two schools have butted heads over a couple of recruits in recent years, like Tyreek Jemison and Spike Sowells.

     

    Kentucky has addressed a lot of roster needs over the summer, but EDGE is the exception. The Cats took big swings and missed with Asharri Charles and Jackson Ford. Adding Satchell to the equation would be a nice way to cap off the summer before the table resets during the fall.

     

    2026 Kentucky Football Recruiting Class

    Player Position High School Ranking

    Denairius Gray WR (6-1, 170) Hollywood (Fla.) Chaminade-Madonna 4-star (No. 302 overall)

    Messiah Tilson S (6-2, 165) Rockford (Ill.) Guilford 4-star (No. 343 overall)

    Jordan Crutchfield CB (6-2, 195) Vero Beach (Fla.) High High 3-star (No. 424 overall)

    Dallas Dickerson WR (6-1, 180) Bogart (Ga.) North Oconee High 3-star (No. 467 overall)

    Lincoln Watkins TE (6-4, 225) Port Huron (Mich.) Northern 3-star (No. 606 overall)

    Tyreek Jemison iOL (6-5, 330) Dallas (Ga.) Paulding County 3-star (No. 686 overall)

    Prince Jean WR (6-0, 170) Valdosta (Ga.) High 3-star (No. 730 overall)

    Garrett Witherington DL (6-4, 290) Birmingham (Ala.) Briarwood Christian 3-star (No. 982 overall)

    Davis McCray WR (6-2, 190) San Antonio (Texas) Cornerstone Christian 3-star (No. 1,084 overall)

    Max Mohring LB (6-3, 215) Malvern (Pa.) Prep 3-star (No. 1,295 overall)

    Delvecchio “Deuce” Alston II RB (6-0, 200) Trussville (Ala.) Hewitt-Trussville 3-star (No. 1,329 overall)

    Cameron Miller T (6-5, 310) Hammond (Ind.) Morton 3-star (No. 1,384 overall)

    Ben Duncum DL (6-5, 250) Austin (Texas) Lake Travis Unranked

    Isaiah McMillian CB (6-0, 170) Katy (Texas) High Unranked

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  • Prefontaine Classic 2025: Sinclaire Johnson ready for world-record pace in 1,500 meters

    Prefontaine Classic 2025: Sinclaire Johnson ready for world-record pace in 1,500 meters

     

    Sinclaire Johnson of the United States (center) and Jessica Hull of Australia (center right) compete in the women’s 1,500-meter final on Day 4 of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 18, 2022, in Eugene.

    Sinclaire Johnson of the United States (center) and Jessica Hull of Australia (center right) compete in the women’s 1,500-meter final on Day 4 of the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 at Hayward Field on July 18, 2022, in Eugene. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)Getty Images

    When it came down to it, former U.S. champion Sinclaire Johnson didn’t want to leave Portland.

     

    That explains why Johnson trains solo on the Nike campus after the company reorganized its distance running groups this year around hubs in Eugene, Provo, Utah, and Flagstaff, Ariz.

     

    As part of the decision, Nike disbanded the elite professional contingent of the Bowerman Track Club and ceased funding the Union Athletic Club. As recently as 2022, both groups were based in Portland. The UAC, Johnson’s competitive home for the previous three years, moved to Boulder, Colo. in the offseason.

     

    “It’s a little sad,” says Johnson, who will be on the start line for what is expected to be an historically fast women’s 1,500 meters Saturday in the Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field in Eugene. “I think Nike World Headquarters is a great place to train. Hopefully, in the future they will bring back a team here.”

     

    The 50th Prefontaine Classic, the only meet in the Americas that is part of the elite Diamond League circuit, begins at 10 a.m. with the men’s hammer. Early events will be streamed on USATF.TV. Live television on Peacock and NBC starts at 1 p.m.

     

    The 27-year-old Johnson, the 2022 U.S. champion, is expected to be part of a field including five-time U.S. outdoor champ Shelby Houlihan, former University of Oregon star and 2024 Olympic silver medalist Jessica Hull, 2024 Olympic bronze medalist Georgia Hunter Bell, three-time reigning Olympic gold medalist and world record-holder Faith Kipyegon.

     

    The field is world class. The pace is expected to be as well.

     

    “To my knowledge, the race is being set up for Faith to run the world record,” Johnson says. “I’m not too concerned about time because I think if I’m putting myself in position well throughout the race, I think the time will come. The focus is on just competing and trying to treat this like a world final.”

     

    Kipyegon’s record is 3 minutes 49.04 seconds. Johnson, who tuned up by breezing to victory in the 1,500 at the Portland Track Festival two weeks ago in 4:01.46, says she is ready for the challenge.

     

    “I’m looking forward to putting myself up near the front and see what happens,” she says.

     

    When last on the Hayward track, Johnson finished fourth in the 1,500 at last summer’s U.S. Olympic Trials. She clocked a career-best 3:56.75 and still missed one of the event’s three roster spots on the U.S. team for the Paris Olympics.

     

    Compounding her frustration, she was coming off an injury-hampered spring last year that included a stress fracture in her left leg that forced an abbreviated buildup. She still recorded a two-second personal record in the final.

     

    “As heartbreaking as that race was, I do think I took a huge step forward in my confidence as a 1,500 runner,” Johnson says. “It hasn’t been easy to put it behind me, but it’s more fuel to the fire.”

     

    It also helped convince her to strike out on her own when everyone else left Portland. She is being coached by her fiance, Craig Nowak, who starred at Oklahoma State and has competed professionally.

     

    Johnson describes it as a collaborative coach-athlete relationship in which she has a major say in her training and can adjust on the fly.

     

    “I have complete individualization,” she says. “At this point in my career, that’s where I’m at and what I’m wanting.”

     

    As a Nike-sponsored athlete, Johnson has access to all the facilities on the Nike campus. She is welcome at the Nike hubs in Eugene, Utah and Arizona and spent time this year training at altitude in Flagstaff and Park City, Utah.

     

    So far, so good. The indoor season went well. Johnson placed second behind Nikki Hiltz in the 1,500 at the USA Track & Field Championships and was sixth in the World Athletics indoor final.

     

    Other than a slight case of knee tendinitis, she has been healthy and expects to be ready Saturday when the gun goes off at Hayward. When the USATF Outdoor Championships take place later this summer in Eugene, she believes she has a real shot to make the U.S team for the World Athletics Outdoor Championships in September in Tokyo.

     

    However the season goes, Portland will remain Johnson’s home. She loves the outdoor lifestyle, the mild, year-round climate, the size and quirkiness of the city. She and Nowak have a close group of friends.

     

    “We’ve created real roots here,” she said. “It’s where we feel at home.”

     

    Notes: Ryan Crouser, a Gresham native who is three-time Olympic gold medalist and world record-holder in the shot, and two-time Olympic gold medalist Jakob Ingebrigtsen have withdrawn from the meet. Ingebrigtsen had been announced as part of the field for the Bowerman Mile.

  • Ole Miss Football Target, Coveted Defensive Lineman Reveals Commitment to UCF Knights

    Ole Miss Football Target, Coveted Defensive Lineman Reveals Commitment to UCF Knights

     

    Lane Kiffin and Co. see an in-state prospect pledge elsewhere, set to remain locked in on his process.

     

     

    Ocean Springs (Miss.) St. Martin defensive lineman Jayden Curtis remains a priority prospect for Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels in the 2026 Recruiting Cycle.

     

    Curtis, who’s quickly emerging as a talented under-the-radar prospect in the Magnolia State, has the attention of the hometown program.

     

    The Mississippi native made his way up to Oxford in June to compete in the program’s offensive line/defensive line camp.

     

    Curtis walked in without an offer, but quickly got the attention of position coach Randall Joyner during drills.

     

    He then earned an offer with the Rebels extending one in person to the fast-rising prospect.

     

    But Curtis has received a myriad of offers across his prep career with the UCF Knights, Tulane Green Wave and Memphis Tigers, among others, extending scholarships his way.

     

    The 6-foot-3, 255-pounder revealed this week a commitment to the UCF Knights after going public with a decision over the Ole Miss Rebels.

     

    Ole Miss recently landed a commitment from a coveted defensive lineman after flipping the Illinois native from Wisconsin.

     

    Meet the Pledge: Carmelow Reed

    Richton Park (Ill.) Rich Township three-star EDGE Carmelow Reed verbally committed to Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels in June after going public with a decision.

     

    Reed, who pledged to the Wisconsin Badgers in April, flipped his commitment to the Rebels following a multi-day stay in Oxford this offseason.

     

    The Top-100 defensive lineman comes in at 6-foot-7, 250 pounds heading into his senior campaign with a myriad of schools extending offers.

     

    Now, it’s the Ole Miss Rebels that win out for his services after successfully flipping the former Big Ten pledge.

     

    “The people around the city absolutely love the school and the players playing for the school so that was good,” Reed told On3 Sports. “The staff was great, too. Like everybody was just awesome. I’m so excited about this.

     

    “I loved the Ole Miss visit. The love I was being shown from everyone around was great and something I want to be a part of!”

     

    The recruiting efforts of Ole Miss defensive line coach Randall Joyner ultimately paid off down the stretch in this one after keeping a foot on the gas for Reed’s services despite a commitment to Wisconsin.

     

    “He was a really good coach,” Reed said. “He breaks down the game of football to where if you’re a bystander you’ll understand it and he’s really energetic.”

     

    Last season, Reed logged 33 total tackles with five sacks as a junior, but the expectation remains that his ceiling is sky high.

  • Indiana Pacers Sign Fan-Favorite Olympian to Summer League Roster

    Indiana Pacers Sign Fan-Favorite Olympian to Summer League Roster

     

    The Indiana Pacers are hoping that Keisei Tominaga, or any Summer League player, will be able to crack their roster as a value offseason pickup.

     

    The Indiana Pacers, after losing Tyrese Haliburton to injury and Myles Turner to free agency, seem headed towards a down year in 2025-26.

     

    After making the Eastern Conference Finals in 2024 and then improving to make the Finals in 2025, the Pacers were hoping to run the Eastern Conference for the next several seasons, but instead will struggle to make the playoffs.

     

    So next season, why not have some fun with it?

     

    The Pacers signed guard Keisei Tominaga to a Summer League contract. He averaged 15.1 points and 2.3 rebounds for the Nebraska Cornhuskers in 2023-24, and has found some success playing for the Japanese national team.

     

    In the 2023 FIBA Cup he averaged 10 points, although he scored only a single basket for Japan during three Olympic appearances.

     

    Still, he was a fan favorite in college, and the frisky Japanese team quickly won over fans in Paris, with Yuki Kawamura signing with the Memphis Grizzlies last season.

     

    The Pacers have three open roster spots and two open two-way contracts, although Enrique Freeman is expected to sign, as might James Wiseman or Thomas Bryant.

     

    In the wake of Haliburton’s injury, the Pacers do have room on their depth chart for a guard, although Tominaga is far from an elite shooter or facilitator, and his defense is lacking. While he might win over fans this summer, it is not expected that he will suit up in the NBA next season, although he could find himself on a G League roster if all goes well.

     

    Check out the All Pacers homepage for more news, analysis, and must-read articles.

     

    Mar 3, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) and Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) battle for position in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-

  • Ipswich Town will surely look to cash in on 15-cap international after Stoke City disappointment

    Ipswich Town will surely look to cash in on 15-cap international after Stoke City disappointment

    It’s safe to say that Ali Al-Hamadi’s loan spell at Stoke City in the second half of the 2024/25 season didn’t go the way that he or Ipswich Town would have hoped.

    The 23-year-old, who has been capped 15 times by Iraq, was brought in by Kieran McKenna midway through their 2023/24 Championship promotion season following an incredible scoring spell in League Two at AFC Wimbledon to help bolster their attacking depth.

    Ali Al-Hamadi’s Wimbledon stats (all comps), per Transfermarkt

    Appearances

    48

    Goals

    27

    Assist

    8

    So, when the Tractor Boys found themselves in the Premier League six months later, it became clear that the jump from League Two to the top flight for Al-Hamadi would likely be just too big in such a short time, and he was subsequently sent out on loan in January to Stoke City.

    However, the Potters struggled massively in front of goal across the entire season, and Al-Hamadi couldn’t help them from netting an average of under a goal a game, as he scored just twice in 15 appearances.

    Ipswich will likely be on the lookout for someone more proven to fill the void left by Liam Delap, so Al-Hamadi may be left to watch on from the sidelines once again.

    If this is going to be the case, perhaps it would be best if the Tractor Boys cut ties completely with the Iraqi international.

    Ipswich should look to recoup some money for Ali Al-Hamadi this summer

    Ipswich spent a little over £1 million on Ali Al-Hamadi when they signed him from AFC Wimbledon in January 2024, and since then, he’s started just one league game whilst at Portman Road – which was the dramatic 3-2 win over Southampton in April 2024.

    Al-Hamadi was brought in simply to back up and bolster Ipswich’s impressive attack, and was never seen as a first option, playing second and third fiddle to the likes of Kieffer Moore and George Hirst in the Championship, and then Liam Delap last season in the Premier League.

    The loan move to Stoke in the second half of last season was almost a test for Al-Hamadi to prove that he could lead a line consistently in the Championship, and whilst he made a positive impact, scoring on his debut against Hull City, that was about as good as it got for the Iraqi forward.

    Just one more goal followed, and by the end of the season, the 23-year-old was once again in and out of the squad, starting just three of the final seven games of the campaign under Mark Robins.

    And, with Ipswich rumoured to be linked with other strikers to replace Liam Delap this summer, such as USA international Patrick Agyemang and Chelsea starlet Marc Guiu, the writing looks to be on the wall for Al-Hamadi to remain part of the squad at Portman Road.

    So, if this is to be the case, perhaps a permanent deal would be better for either party, as Al-Hamadi’s sale could still see Ipswich make a decent profit on his services – he’s just seemingly not going to realise his potential in Suffolk.

    Ali Al-Hamadi still holds plenty of promise elsewhere – staying at Ipswich Town though wouldn’t be good for him

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    At just 23, Ali Al-Hamadi still has lots of potential to go and hit the ground running at a new side, if a sale was to be executed by Ipswich this summer.

    The Iraq international has shown his goalscoring prowess whilst at Wimbledon, albeit at a much lower level, and he still has time left in his career to improve on that and make himself a household name at another club.

    Arguably, the jump up to Ipswich was a step too far for the then-21-year-old, but there’s no doubt that a top-end League One side or an attack-minded Championship outfit could swoop in, take Al-Hamadi, and nurture him back to his goalscoring best.

    His loan move to Stoke may not have gone the way he wanted it to, but that shouldn’t mean that Al-Hamadi should be written off as a Championship striker just yet.

    Kieran McKenna and Conor Chaplin, Ipswich Town
  • Some of the World’s Most Advanced Fighter Aircraft: The Stealthy F-22 and J-20 to the Versatile F-35 and Rafale, and the Formidable Su-57 and Eurofighter Typhoon

    Some of the World’s Most Advanced Fighter Aircraft: The Stealthy F-22 and J-20 to the Versatile F-35 and Rafale, and the Formidable Su-57 and Eurofighter Typhoon

     

    In the modern era of air superiority, fighter aircraft are no longer just machines of brute force—they are technological marvels combining stealth, speed, agility, and advanced weaponry. Among the most advanced combat aircraft in the world today are the American F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II, China’s Chengdu J-20, Russia’s Sukhoi Su-57, France’s Dassault Rafale, and the Eurofighter Typhoon. Each brings a unique blend of capabilities, representing the cutting edge of aviation and defense technology.

     

    F-22 Raptor – The Stealth Pioneer

     

    Developed by Lockheed Martin, the F-22 Raptor is often regarded as the world’s most dominant air superiority fighter. It was the first 5th-generation fighter to enter service, combining radar-evading stealth with unmatched maneuverability and speed. The F-22’s supercruise ability allows it to fly at supersonic speeds without using afterburners, and its advanced avionics give pilots superior situational awareness. Despite its limited numbers due to high costs and export restrictions, the F-22 remains a benchmark in air combat.

     

    F-35 Lightning II – The Multirole Powerhouse

     

    Also built by Lockheed Martin, the F-35 Lightning II comes in three variants and serves multiple branches of the U.S. military as well as allied forces worldwide. Unlike the F-22, the F-35 was designed for multirole missions, including ground attack, reconnaissance, and electronic warfare. Its stealth capabilities, fused sensor data, and helmet-mounted display make it one of the most networked and lethal fighters today. With ongoing updates through software upgrades, the F-35 is continually evolving on the battlefield.

     

    Chengdu J-20 – China’s Stealth Contender

     

    China’s response to Western air power is the Chengdu J-20, its first stealth fighter and a major milestone for the People’s Liberation Army Air Force. The J-20 features a sleek design optimized for stealth and long-range engagements, and is equipped with advanced sensors and air-to-air missiles. Though the J-20 has faced criticism over its engine performance and stealth quality compared to the F-22 and F-35, China’s rapid advancements in aviation technology continue to narrow the gap.

     

    Sukhoi Su-57 – Russia’s 5th-Gen Fighter

     

    The Su-57 is Russia’s first 5th-generation stealth fighter and is designed to compete with Western aircraft in both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. Its strengths lie in supermaneuverability, thanks to thrust-vectoring engines, and its ability to carry a wide array of weaponry. While the Su-57’s stealth characteristics are not as advanced as its American counterparts, it emphasizes versatility, range, and raw power.

     

    Dassault Rafale – Combat-Tested and Adaptable

     

    The French Dassault Rafale is a 4.5-generation multirole fighter known for its agility, precision, and adaptability. It has been battle-tested in several combat zones and continues to be upgraded with cutting-edge avionics and weapons. The Rafale can perform air superiority, ground support, and nuclear deterrence missions with equal efficiency, making it a favorite among NATO allies and export customers.

     

    Eurofighter Typhoon – A European Collaboration

     

    A joint project by the UK, Germany, Italy, and Spain, the Eurofighter Typhoon is a highly maneuverable multirole fighter. Its twin-engine design, advanced radar systems, and modern weapons suite make it effective in both air combat and strike missions. Continuous upgrades have kept the Typhoon competitive in a rapidly evolving aerial battlefield.

     

    From stealth dominance to multirole flexibility, these aircraft exemplify the pinnacle of aerial combat capability, and they are reshaping the future of air warfare across the globe.

     

     

     

     

  • Kishane Thompson in the Form of His Life as He Targets Historic Record at Prefontaine Classic

    Kishane Thompson in the Form of His Life as He Targets Historic Record at Prefontaine Classic

     

    Kishane Thompson heads into the Prefontaine Classic full of confidence, chasing another standout performance.

    Kishane Thompson still has the energy and is ready to go ahead of this Saturday’s Prefontaine Classic at the Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon.

     

    The Olympic 100m silver medallist will be up against Christian Coleman, Bayanda Walaza, Ackeem Blake and Trayvon Bromell, among other sprinters.

     

    Kishane Thompson is fresh from clocking the fastest time since 2015 at the Jamaican Championships, and in a recent interview ahead of the race, he expressed confidence and readiness to go with all eyes on the course record.

     

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    Competing in the men’s 100m final at the Jamaican Championships, Kishane Thompson clocked an impressive 9.75 seconds ahead of Oblique Seville and Ackeem Blake, who came in second and third in respective times of 9.83 and 9.88 seconds.

     

    The course record at the Prefontaine Classic was set by Steve Mullings in 2011, as he clocked a stunning 9.80 seconds to win the race.

     

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    Kishane Thompson has since confirmed that he is healthy and raring to go, hoping that he shatters the course record, but revealed that the main focus will be to have fun.

     

    He noted that getting the chance to compete in high-profile races is a blessing he does not take for granted, and on Saturday, crossing the finish line healthy will be all that matters at the end of the day.

     

     

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    “It feels good, for me, I just want to go out there and enjoy myself in a high-level competition and consistently improve,” Kishane Thompson said in the pre-race press conference.

     

    “It was just me holding my composure, pretty much. It’s pretty much the same, I’m not feeling any discomfort or tiredness, I’m ready.

     

    “Anything is possible, but I won’t jinx it. I just have to come out there and execute and focus, and enjoy myself.”

     

     

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    Kishane Thompson has competed in more races during the first quarter of the season, even making his indoor debut in Kazakhstan.

     

    He then made his season debut outdoors at the Diamond League Meeting in Keqiao, finishing second behind Akani Simbine, who has also been on fire this season.

     

    Thompson then claimed top honours in the men’s 100m heats at the JAAA WA Championships Preparation #1 before reigning supreme at the Racers Grand Prix.

     

    He stole the show at the Jamaican Championships, and there is no doubt that all eyes will be on him at the Prefontaine Classic on Saturday.