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Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Richard Childress' Frustration Boils Over, Sends Dire Warning: ‘We Are in Trouble'
Richard Childress' Frustration Boils Over, Sends Dire Warning: 'We Are in Trouble' originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Kyle Busch finished 11th on Sunday in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Dover Motor Speedway. Austin Dillon finished 15th. Through 21 races, the No. 8 driver has recorded 14 top 20s and seven top 10s, including a pair of top 5s. The most recent was his fifth-place effort in the streets of Chicago two weeks ago. In the same time frame, Dillon, the No. 3 driver, has earned 11 top 20s, three top 10s and no top fives. Translation: The Richard Childress Racing cars haven't been running near the front all season. Moments after the end of the race at the Monster Mile, Childress' frustrations unexpectedly boiled over. The 79-year-old team owner didn't sugarcoat his feelings about the two-car organization's performance. 'Gotta get some race cars,' the NASCAR Hall of Famer said over the No. 8 team radio. "We are in trouble. Period.' While Childress has been known to share his feelings over the team radio, there wasn't anything notable during the race that might have precipitated such a dire warning. More interestingly, the two-car team's 2025 statistics are on pace to be better than the 2024 numbers. For the entire 36-race schedule last year, Busch had 16 top 20s (five more than through this season's 21 races so far), 10 top 10s (three more) and five top fives (three more). Both his average starting and finishing positions are better this year. Dillon, Childress' grandson, has performed similarly. He scored 13 top 20s (two more than current season), five top 10s (two more) and a single top five (one more). That top five was his controversial win at Richmond, where he took out Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin on the final lap. He has also improved his average starting and finishing position numbers in the 2025 campaign. Another interesting layer to the story is while Childress was clearly unhappy with his two-car organization, his other grandson, Ty, was in a celebratory mood and being congratulated by the garage for pulling off the improbable once again. He beat John Hunter Nemechek and advanced to the final of the in-season tournament challenge. He will face off next week at Indianapolis against Ty Gibbs, another well-known grandson of a team owner. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
IOL News
2 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Springboks grapple with enduring No 8 conundrum ahead of Rugby Championship
Jean-Luc du Preez, a versatile blindside flanker who has proven his worth at No. 8 for Sale Sharks, is a strong contender to fill the Springboks' crucial No. 8 jersey, offering another powerful option for the Bomb Squad. Photo: Backpagepix Image: Backpagepix COMMENT Since the day Duane Vermeulen took off the Springbok No 8 jersey after the World Cup final in 2023, there has been a constant struggle to find someone to fill it consistently. Coach Rassie Erasmus would be forgiven for considering the position cursed, and Jasper Wiese, the man long tipped to be Vermeulen's successor, will testify that it is. Earlier this year, the Springboks indirectly suffered a blow when two exceptional Bulls No 8s – Cameron Hanekom and Elrigh Louw – suffered season-ending injuries in the United Rugby Championship. Every time it looks like Wiese is building up a head of steam at No 8, injury or suspension strikes to remove him from the Bok fold for long periods. Video Player is loading. 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Next Stay Close ✕ It is currently another suspension — for a "head butt" that was more of a nudge in the series against Italy — that has sidelined the likeable but unlucky Wiese. He will not play in the imminent two Tests against the Wallabies or the tournament's climax against the All Blacks in Auckland. Wiese is cleared to play in the second Test against New Zealand, in Wellington, a week after the September 6 clash at Eden Park. In the meantime, Kwagga Smith, Jean-Luc du Preez, and Cobus Wiese are the likely candidates to fill the eighthman role, after Erasmus chose not to pick Evan Roos in his 37-man squad for the visit of the Australians. None of the above are specialist No 8s, although they have played there at times. Smith has started at No 8 in some heavyweight Test matches — against the British and Irish Lions in 2021 (one Test), France in 2022, Ireland last year (both Tests), and Scotland last November. However, when he starts at No 8, he does not appear at home in the position and "gets by" rather than excels. Smith is an integral part of the Bomb Squad not just because he covers several positions — even wing — but because he comes alive in the looser, last quarter of the game. It is a bit of a waste for him to start when he is a brilliant finisher. Du Preez, a natural blindside flanker, has played No 8 for the Sale Sharks, and also lock. That makes him another Bomb Squad natural, while the same can be said for Jasper's younger brother, Cobus, who has played lock and flank for the Bulls, and started for the Springboks at No 8 in their last Test, against Georgia in Mbombela. But one of them must be elevated from the Bomb Squad to start against the Wallabies on August 8. Others could play No 8, including captain Siya Kolisi. He looked comfortable there for the Sharks, but Erasmus has indicated that he wants his captain in his favoured position of openside flanker. Erasmus's preferred loose trio has been Kolisi at No 6, Pieter-Steph du Toit at 7, and Jasper Wiese at 8, but not once has that combination started this year. Kolisi missed the Barbarians and the Italy series because of injury niggles, and his first game back, against Georgia, was Wiese's first game of his suspension. The Springboks have had their issues at the breakdown in that four-match block as they struggle to piece together their best-balanced loose trio. Du Toit and Kolisi are short on game time and thus certain to start in both Tests against Australia, and it will be the same for whoever Erasmus chooses at No 8 as the coach gets his team battle-ready for the All Blacks. For the record, I fancy Du Preez at No 8 but have a hunch Erasmus will go with Smith.
Kyodo News
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Kyodo News
"Kaiju No. 8" Official Report from Anime Expo 2025: Masaya Fukunishi, Nazeeh Tarsha, and English Dub Director Shawn Gann Take the Stage!
With the second season of "Kaiju No. 8" anime on the horizon, Masaya Fukunishi (voice of Kafka Hibino/Kaiju No. 8), Nazeeh Tarsha (English dub voice of Kafka Hibino/Kaiju No. 8), and English dub director Shawn Gann made an appearance at North America's largest anime convention, Anime Expo 2025! We've just received the official report from this event, where both the Japanese and English cast members of "Kaiju No. 8" expressed their gratitude to fans in America. Event Report "Anime Expo 2025," North America's largest anime convention, took place in Los Angeles, USA, from July 3rd to 6th. For their second consecutive year, Masaya Fukunishi, Nazeeh Tarsha, and Shawn Gann participated in the "Kaiju No. 8 Panel Powered by Crunchyroll." The event's scale surpassed the previous year, held in an impressive hall capable of accommodating approximately 7,000 attendees. The fans there, some even cosplaying in Defense Force suits, filled the venue. Even before the panel began, the hall vibrated with chants of "KAIJU." The screening of the "Kaiju No. 8" Season 2 main trailer, titled "Rising Threat," was met with an explosion of applause and cheers. Following the screening, Masaya Fukunishi made a striking entrance, introduced by the MC with makeup mimicking Kaiju No. 8's lightning bolt. Nazeeh Tarsha entered holding a Kaiju No. 8 mask. Dressed in coordinated outfits, Fukunishi carried a Kaiju No. 8 mascot and Nazeeh a Kafka mascot, both beaming and generating excitement among the crowd. Fukunishi energized the audience by asking, "Do you love KAIJU No. 8?" The fans' enthusiastic "YES!" was met with his heartfelt reply, "Me too. I love KAIJU No. 8! I love everyone!" and the panel officially commenced. The event then transitioned to a Q&A session. When questioned about securing the role of Kafka, Fukunishi revealed his deep connection to the character: "I had been reading the manga from the first chapter and always wanted to play Kafka. I even got down on my knees and begged my agency's president, saying, 'Please let me audition for Kafka!'" He animatedly re-enacted this passionate plea as he shared the story. Fukunishi also shared that his most memorable experience was last year's AX, his "first overseas job," which he found "amazing." He was delighted to see many fans return for a second year, stating, "I'm so happy to see so many people coming back to see us this year. I didn't expect such a turnout!" When asked if they would prefer to be a Defense Force member or a Monster Sweeper in the world of "Kaiju No. 8", Fukunishi chose the former. He expressed a desire to wield a spear and even demonstrated monster-slaying techniques using the host, Tim, as a mock kaiju. Nazeeh and Shawn, however, opted for Monster Sweeper, humorously citing the physical demands of the Defense Force, which amused the audience. Fukunishi and Nazeeh also enthusiastically spoke about connecting on social media prior to sharing the stage. Fukunishi then revealed a gift from Japan: a collaborative illustration of Godzilla vs. Kaiju No. 8 by monster designer Mahiro Maeda, displayed on screen. This "dream crossover" of two popular North American kaiju, powerfully depicted, thrilled the fans. The event culminated with a live dubbing of Episode 10, where Nazeeh and Fukunishi's portrayal of Kaiju No. 8 confronting the monster bomb at Tachikawa Base captivated the audience, building their excitement to a fever pitch. During the closing remarks, Fukunishi was visibly moved, tearfully expressing his joy: "I was on the verge of crying listening to Nazeeh and Shawn's passionate words. I'm so happy to be part of such a warm and welcoming stage." He further elaborated on the upcoming second season, stating, "Both my fellow cast members and I are putting our hearts into our voice acting. And we have all the people creating the animation and music. I pray that this becomes a precious work for you and everyone." His heartfelt words resonated deeply with the audience, who responded with enthusiastic applause. The highly successful event concluded with a spirited "Kaiju hachi~? Go~!" call-and-response and a commemorative group photo with the assembled fans. About "Kaiju No. 8" Season 2 Synopsis Thanks to Isao Shinomiya, Kafka Hibino avoids being turned into a weapon. As new recruits head to their posts, Kafka meets Gen Narumi, the strongest man in the Defense Force and leader of the First Division. Kafka embraces the power of Kaiju No. 8 to force Gen to recognize his strength. Meanwhile, Kaiju No. 9 lurks in the shadows as the greatest threat the Defense Force has faced awaits. Cast Kafka Hibino / Kaiju No. 8: Masaya Fukunishi Mina Ashiro: Asami Seto Reno Ichikawa: Wataru Katoh Kikoru Shinomiya: Fairouz Ai Soshiro Hoshina: Kengo Kawanishi Iharu Furuhashi: Yuuki Shin Haruichi Izumo: Keisuke Komoto Aoi Kaguragi: Shunsuke Takeuchi Konomi Okonogi: Sayaka Senbongi Gen Narumi: Koki Uchiyama Eiji Hasegawa: Hiroki Yasumoto Rin Shinonome: Kana Hanazawa Isao Shinomiya: Tessho Genda Kaiju No. 10: Kenta Miyake Kaiju No. 9: Hiroyuki Yoshino ©JAKDF 3rd Division ©Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA ※Some parts of this text have been translated using machine translation
Belfast Telegraph
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Belfast Telegraph
Ott Tanak can stake World claim, says his leading Northern Ireland engineer Jamie McMillan
Tanak triumphed on a gruelling Acropolis Rally Greece recently to end his, and Hyundai Motorsport's, eight-month-long wait for a Rally1 victory. The Estonian kept his cool in extreme conditions at the 'Rally of the Gods' to finish with a 32.8-second lead over the Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 of eight-time champion Sebastien Ogier, despite his i20 N Rally1 being struck down with transmission problems right at the death. The result has significantly boosted his title credentials and moves him to within 12 points of Elfyn Evans and three adrift of Ogier who has only signed up for a partial programme. Crucial to the result was the work of Tanak's mechanics during service halts, with these operations orchestrated by the 37-year-old's top engineer — Ballyclare's Jamie McMillan. McMillan feels the manner of the Acropolis performance fuels Tanak's victory hopes going to his home fixture next week. 'For Ott to win in Greece in the fashion he did, in such a positive way, and swing the odds a little bit back in our favour in the World Rally Championship fight is really great,' he said. 'It is definitely nice to get a victory for the team because it has been a long and super busy first six months and, ultimately, having a victory to celebrate in Greece is a big boost. 'The morale is an improvement on where it has been, and our attention has already turned to Estonia. 'We are trying to get the car in as good a window as possible for his home event.' He added: 'Ott is fast and usually competitive in Estonia, although the high-speed gravel roads are going to be a challenge with the updated 'Evo' car and we are going to have to work hard to pull the package together, to make it work, if we want him to fight for the victory there. 'If we can, then we have Estonia to look forward to and then Finland where the roads are similar.' McMillan hopes Tanak's run of bad luck in the first half of the campaign is now at an end and those who feed into the No.8 car can pull out all the stops to keep him in the title fight until the final round in November. 'We are not in too bad a position now and hopefully we can take advantage of Seb's absence in Estonia and take some good points and close the gap on Elfyn,' he added. 'If we do that, then the rest of the season should be really interesting — especially as Ott's pace has just always been there.'
India Today
11-07-2025
- Sport
- India Today
India should persist with him: Kumble backs Nitish Reddy's all-round potential
Nitish Kumar Reddy's bowling performance in the Lord's Test against England impressed former India captain Anil Kumble, who believes the young all-rounder deserves an extended run in the Test the opening day of the Test, it was the 22-year-old from Hyderabad who provided India with crucial breakthroughs, dismissing both England openers, and that too in his very first India boasting a strong pace attack with Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Akash Deep, it was Nitish who generated the most swing with the new ball, showing great control and composure under pressure. Reflecting on his Day 1 performance, Kumble backed the youngster to become a long-term asset for India.'I thought he did quite well in Australia — got a hundred with the bat and bowled decently, even if he didn't take many wickets. What you need from someone like him is to break partnerships and give the fast bowlers a breather while still maintaining control. He bowled nearly 14 overs in a spell — that shows fitness and control,' Kumble said on had made headlines earlier during the Melbourne Test against Australia, where he defied the odds to score a gritty century from No. 8, his maiden ton in the format.'He's young, he's a capable batter with a century under his belt, and he's a sharp fielder. India should persist with him and avoid the temptation to chop and change,' Kumble the end of Day 1, Nitish had bowled 14 overs, conceding just 46 runs — a tidy and disciplined performance. Despite his age, he's already showing signs of becoming a dependable all-rounder, potentially a successor to someone like Ravindra Jadeja in the long steady improvements in his bowling, he is making a strong case to be retained for the remainder of the series. His showing already stands out when compared to Shardul Thakur's performance in the Leeds Test, and it could tilt the selection balance in his into Day 2, Nitish's focus will be on staying sharp in the field and ready to contribute with both ball and bat if called upon.- EndsMust Watch
