In 1998, Serena and Venus Williams said they could beat any man ranked 200 or worse in a game of tennis. Karsten Braasch, ranked 203, accepted the challenge and easily beat them, 6-1, 6-2.
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Hockey player Jarome Iginla donates $2,000 to the children’s charity Kidsport for every goal he scores. Since 2000 it has added up to more than $700,000.
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The household wrench was invented by boxing heavyweight champion Jack Johnson in 1922.
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Kite flying is a professional sport in Thailand.
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At horse race tracks, the favorite wins fewer than 30% of the time!
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Three consective strikes in bowling is called a turkey.
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Pittsburgh is the only city where all major sports teams have the same colors: Black and gold.
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