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Prime Video’s NASCAR Ratings Surge

Amazon Prime Video's five‑race NASCAR package posted a 6% viewership increase to 2.29 million per race, edging past TNT Sports and highlighting shifting viewer habits.

Jun 26, 2026

Guy Fieri Joins Legacy Motor Club Ownership Group as Strategic Partner

Celebrity chef Guy Fieri has officially become a strategic owner of Legacy Motor Club, the NASCAR team majority‑owned by seven‑time champion Jimmie Johnson, joining a group that includes Darius Rucker and Maury Gallagher. His involvement extends to content creation, merchandise and fan interaction, aiming to blend pop‑culture appeal with motorsport ambition.

Jun 25, 2026

Guy Fieri Joins Legacy Motor Club as Strategic Owner

Celebrity chef Guy Fieri has invested in Legacy Motor Club, the NASCAR team majority‑owned by Jimmie Johnson, bringing his entertainment brand and fan‑engagement experience to the racing organization.

Jun 25, 2026

Ugonna Onyenso Eyes NBA Future After Record‑Setting ACC Tournament

Ugonna Onyenso, the 7‑foot prospect who spent three seasons navigating the collegiate circuits of Kentucky, Kansas State and Virginia, heard his name called in the 2026 NBA Draft, landing with the Detroit Pistons. During Virginia’s three‑game march to the championship game, Onyenso turned the tournament into his own showcase, swatting away a record 21 shots. He finished the run averaging 10.3 points, 7.0 blocks and 10.3 rebounds per game, a performance that left coaches and analysts buzzing. His statistical footprint at Virginia was equally striking. In 18.6 minutes per game he posted 6.5 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.9 blocked shots, while shooting 64.7% on two‑pointers and 27.8% from beyond the arc. Those numbers reflect a player who can protect the rim and finish efficiently near the basket. Coach Ryan Odom, who guided Onyenso for his lone season in Charlottesville, praised the big man’s work ethic and defensive instincts. “Ugonna brings a rare blend of size and timing,” Odom said, “and the NBA will need that presence on the interior.” Despite a promising college résumé, the transition to the NBA’s faster pace is not guaranteed. The Pistons have indicated that Onyenso will begin the 2026‑2027 campaign in the G League, where he can refine his defense against elite competition and adjust to the league’s spacing demands. Off the court, Onyenso’s journey reflects a broader narrative of international talent shaping American basketball. From his early days in Nigeria to the ACC’s bright lights, his story underscores the global reach of the sport and the Pistons’ willingness to invest in raw, defensive‑first talent.

Jun 25, 2026