Claressa Shields has reinvented herself in her attempts to achieve light heavyweight and heavyweight glory. The undisputed middleweight champion, widely recognised as the finest female fighter of all time, on Saturday fights at 175lbs for the first time when she attempts to dethrone Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse as the WBC heavyweight champion and to win the vacant WBO light-heavyweight title.

New look, new everything: Claressa Shields promises evolution at 175lbs

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Claressa Shields is still undecided on whether or not she will remain at heavyweight after she takes on Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse on Saturday night.

Claressa Shields still unsure if she'll continue as heavyweight

Detroit, MI

Claressa in Detroit for Heavyweight Challenge, Yokasta Valle in Costa Rica and More News. It’s a dangerous fight for Claressa Shields. “I’m not taking her lightly at all,” said Shields about the heavyweight champion on social media. Yes, Shields is the top female fighter pound for pound....

Claressa Shields vs Heavyweight Champ Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse

Claressa Shields may be competing for heavyweight hardware this weekend when she takes on Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse, but it’s clear that some of the top female fighters in the sport have caught her attention as she offered words for everyone during today’s final press conference. Here’s some of what she had to say when taking to the podium.

‘Make a fight with me’: Claressa Shields calls out Baumgardner, Serrano, and Taylor if they want GWOAT status

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Virginia State

Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

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Atlantic City, NJ

Justin Figueroa fights in New Jersey this weekend and hopes to bring back a world title fight to the Boardwalk Hall, the same venue in New Jersey where his idol, Arturo Gatti, once lit up the boxing world. The 25-year-old is set to fight last-minute substitute Bela Istvan Orban in...

Ambitious Justin Figueroa hoping Gatti-like days return to Boardwalk Hall

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

A trailblazer, Claressa Shields is ready to add more gold to her impressive resume. The self-proclaimed "G.W.O.A.T." challenges Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse for the WBC heavyweight title on July 27. The fight in Little Caesars Arena airs on DAZN worldwide. Shields (14-0) is a two-time Olympic gold medalist who holds the record...

Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse undercard: Complete list of fights before main event in 2024 boxing match

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By Mohamed Bahaa Claressa Shields, often hailed as the "GWOAT" (Greatest Woman of All Time), holds a prominent place in women's boxing history. As she gears up

The Pioneers of Women's Boxing According to Claressa Shields

Around three weeks before the big day, an amateur marathon runner will embark on their longest steady training run. The run won’t be the full 26.2 mile distance but it is hard, demanding, and sets the runner up mentally for the big day when the expectation is that adrenaline, determination and technique will see them safely over the line.

Moses Itauma 'marathon ready' for Mariusz Wach

Justis Huni wants to build on the “domino effect” he believes is elevating Australian boxing. The heavyweight, 25, on Thursday fights his fellow Australian Troy Pilcher at Brisbane’s Fortitude Hall. He does so at a time when it is hoped that Tim Tszyu will fight in a...

The domino effect: Justis Huni, Troy Pilcher and hopes for Australian boxing

Fans began scrambling once the name Israil Madrimov popped up on their screens. The 29-year-old may hold the WBA junior middleweight title, but he’s quiet, unassuming, and humble, and he prefers to stay out of the spotlight. Couple those under-the-radar elements with just 11 pro fights, and it was fairly difficult for even hardcore fans to find proper film on him.

Vergil Ortiz Praises Terence Crawford: “I Don’t Think Anyone, Except Me, Can Beat Him At 154”

Los Angeles, CA

Omar Trinidad is just 16 fights into his professional career, but it speaks volumes that the soft-spoken power hitter is already being called the “King of LA” when it comes to the boxing scene in his hometown. That’s quite the kingdom. “It's a big place, man,” he...

Throwback Omar Trinidad building on status as the ‘King of LA’

Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis’s next fight is expected to be against Shakur Stevenson in a lightweight unification. The latest news reports that the fight could take place at the end of 2024. However, nothing is confirmed, and in boxing at this time, everything could change in a few days.

Linares Certain Tank Davis KOs Lomachenko and Stevenson

Former heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. says ex-stablemate Canelo Alvarez should fight David Benavidez in his next bout. Controversy has followed Canelo surrounding a potential clash with Benavidez, who has been the WBC mandatory challenger for over two years. However, nobody in his current or past circle of friends has spoken out publicly the way Ruiz has.

Andy Ruiz Jr. urges Canelo to stop avoiding David Benavidez

Jessica Serfitay flips the script on her previous statement. Virginia soap fans, Soap Opera News reports that Jessica Serfitay (ex Sloan Petersen) on Days of Our Lives posted on social media that her billionaire fiancé had abused her. The actress now says they argued as families do, and she never should have posted anything.

Days of Our Lives alum Jessica Serfitay retracts her statement that her fiance abused her

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Kansas City, KS

Kansas City’s Jorge and Izak Carlos are set to top a bill together for the first time as professionals, at Harrah’s Casino in Kansas City on Aug. 10. The Carlos brothers are both decorated amateurs who recently started their pro careers. While Jorge has won national championships in the US and Mexico, Izak won silver at the USA boxing nationals and National Golden gloves to qualify for the Olympic trials. Izak ultimately turned pro after falling short at the trials.

Carlos brothers to headline Aug. 10 card in hometown return

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Natasha Jonas respects Claressa Shields’ ambition, but says there’s ‘nobody left for her to fight’

Claressa Shields looked strong, fast and happy on Wednesday afternoon as she went through a media workout ahead of her fight with WBC heavyweight titleholder Vanessa...

Natasha Jonas respects Claressa Shields’ ambition, but says there’s ‘nobody left for her to fight’

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