Former WWE Superstar to Donate his Brain for Research

Former WWE Superstar “The Promise” Antonio Thomas, is combining brains with brawn—literally. Thomas is the latest professional wrestler to donate his brain to concussion research.

The Sports Legacy Institute (SLI), founded by former WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski and Dr. Robert Cantu, is the recipient of Thomas’s donation, which is part of an effort to further understand concussions and their effect on the brain...More?

Court Date for Jeff Hardy

Jeff Hardy's first court hearing stemming from his September 11th arrest for drug trafficking will take place on Wednesday morning, September 30th. It is believed that the drug trafficking charges brought against Hardy are a result of the sheer quantity of drugs found at his home. Should Hardy be able to provide a legitimate prescription for some or all the painkillers found, those charges could be reduced or dropped entirely.

The day of his arrest, Hardy promised to make a statement regarding the situation, but since then his comments have been limited to thanking his fans for their support on Twitter.

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Charges Dropped Against Kurt Angle

Professional wrestler and Olympic gold medalist Kurt Angle has been cleared of charges of violating a protection from abuse order and possession of human growth hormone.

Angle was arrested last month in suburban Pittsburgh. His girlfriend, Trenesha Biggers, had obtained a protection order after the two had fought....More?

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"Hulkamania" Australia Tour with Former WWE Talent

Shannon Moore, Umaga, Ken Anderson and Val Venis have been confirmed for the tour. Ric Flair is in talks with the promotion.

Interview with R-Truth

R-Truth has a unique character that connects with the audience on an intimate level. He makes his way to the ring through the audience performing his own entrance theme: What's up. The entrance allows fans to get up close and personal and feel part of the show, something that can be difficult in an arena or stadium.

"My character is something that a lot of people would love to have. It gives the fans the opportunity to participate and be involved. A lot of people when they see R-Truth they see themselves. They see a normal guy that was hit by circumstances in life, overcame that, got stuff together and went down the right road. A lot of people can relate to that and my support comes from it."...More?

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The Next Guest Host of Raw is.....

Cedric the Entertainer

NFL Pros to Contribute to Concussion Study

Three NFL players announced Monday they will donate their brains and spinal cord tissue to a Boston University medical school program that studies sports brain injuries.

Even though dozens of former NFL players have agreed to donate their brains after death, Baltimore Ravens center Matt Birk, Seattle Seahawks linebacker Lofa Tatupu and Arizona Cardinals receiver Sean Morey are the first active players to do so.

The goal of the university's Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy, a collaborative venture between BU Medical School and Sports Legacy Institute (SLI), is to better understand the long-term effects of repeated concussions. Former WWE superstar Chris Nowinski is the co-director of SLI...More?

source: associated press

Linda McMahon to Make Senate Run Announcement Soon

World Wrestling Entertainment CEO Linda McMahon appears primed to run for Senate in Connecticut and should make an announcement very soon, according to sources with knowledge of her deliberations.

“A decision is imminent, and she will likely make a decision over the next couple of days,” said a Republican strategist. “It will be made sooner rather than later.”

One well-placed source said McMahon is “99 percent” in. Another said the announcement could come as early as Wednesday...More?

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Krystal Marshal Speaks Out on Racism in the WWE

In an interview with Diva-Dirt.com, former WWE Diva Krystal Marshall described the "morally degrading" storyline that made her quit WWE and what she feels were racist comments by a top member of WWE's creative team. Marshall said that her path to exiting WWE began with the Teddy Long wedding storyline. Stephanie McMahon assured her the storyline would be done in a tasteful way, but Michael Hayes told her it would be raunchy, which she was very against. Marshall said Hayes didn’t treat her boyfriend Bobby Lashley well and that Hayes actually said he doesn’t like Lashley “or anyone that looks like him.” She said she knew if she didn’t do the storyline she would lose her job, but she was not going to do something she was uncomfortable with. When asked about Bobby Lashley's departure from the company, she said Lashley literally walked away from millions of dollars because the problems in the company outweighed the money. She says Michael Hayes made blatant racist comments to Lashley and told Lashley outright that he didn't like him.

This Day in Wrestling History

Vince McMahon, with help from Stone Cold Steve Austin, defeats Triple H for WWF(E) Title.
September 14, 1999

Heartbreaking Results

In a shocking upset, Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase locked Shawn Michaels in a torturous double-team submission maneuver and forced The Heartbreak Kid to tap out in a punishing Submissions Count Anywhere Match that both sides will be feeling the effects of for weeks to come...More?

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WWE Breaking Point Results

Mark Henry & Montel Vontavious Porter vs. Unified Tag Team Champions Chris Jericho & Big Show
Winners: Chris Jericho & Big Show(c)

United States Champion Kofi Kingston vs. The Miz
Winner: Kofi Kingston(c)

D-Generation X vs. Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase (Submissions Count Anywhere Match)
Winners: Legacy

Kane vs. The Great Khali (Singapore Cane Match)
Winner: Kane

ECW Champion Christian vs. William Regal (with Ezekiel Jackson & Vladimir Kozlov)
Winner: Christian(c)

WWE Champion Randy Orton vs. John Cena in an "I Quit" Match
Winner: John Cena(c)

World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk vs. Undertaker in a Submission Match
Winner: CM Punk(c)