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Gervonta Davis Names The Fight Floyd Mayweather ‘Intentionally Put Him In To Lose’: “I Had To Do It”

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Gervonta Davis and Floyd Mayweather have had a turbulent relationship.

Boxing legend Mayweather guided ‘Tank’ during the majority of his career, as Davis won world titles in multiple weight divisions and became widely regarded as one of the most exciting fighters in the sport.

The two then parted ways in 2022, and things have seemingly turned hostile since then, with both men having fired insults in the opposite direction in the years that have followed.

Davis has now revealed that his former mentor Mayweather once put him in a fight where he wanted ‘Tank’ to lose, explaining to The Jay Hill Podcast how things transpired.

“I’ve been in situations where I was in a lose-lose situation and came out still on top. He [Mayweather] put me in to make me lose and thought I would lose. A boxing match. Jose Pedraza. My first world title. I was 16-0 and I was 21 at the time and I hadn’t fought in seven, eight monthsGervonta Davis

Around that time I wasn’t making that much. Maybe around 10,000 a fight. Six months is crazy to not fight. When they came back and said you’ve got to fight this fighter Pedraza, If you don’t fight him you’re not fighting and sitting on the shelf.

I had to fight him, in the midst of all that happening, I got evicted, I had to sell my jewellery.

For sure [Floyd did that intentionally].”

Davis fought Pedraza back in January 2017, winning the fight by seventh round stoppage to capture the IBF super-featherweight title and become world champion for the first time.

‘Tank’ returns to action in March when he defends his WBA lightweight crown against Lamont Roach, but another recently crowned world champion is already calling to face Davis next.

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Serena Williams Turns Heads With Effortless Style in Breezy Prints on Her Girls’ Trip

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Let the waves hit your feet, it’s perhaps time for a bit of relaxation.

After a breathtaking performance at the Super Bowl LIX, Serena Williams was spotted performing her motherhood duties on the very next day. However, while trying to find a perfect balance between her jam-packed schedules and daily routines, the tennis legend finally found some time for relaxation as well. Recently, Serena Williams shared a few glimpses of her ‘girls trip’ on her IG handle. To put it short, she flaunted her mesmerizing style while relaxing under the sun.

Serena Williams stunned everyone when she came out crip walking to Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like US; during the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show. Ever since that iconic performance, Williams received quite a lot of criticism for multiple reasons. However, she looked literally unfazed by all of that. The next day, she uploaded a video clip, where she was heard saying, “In between meetings, I ran, took Adira to the zoo, and then I’m gonna go back to the office. Just a day in the life.”

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That shows us, that even after almost three years of retirement, Serena Williams’ schedule is still very tight! Perhaps, she still has to follow that inspirational mantra that she once said while doing yoga, “I will Rest. I will Recover. I will Recharge. I will Repeat. I will enjoy some time for myself.” Talking about finding time for herself, on her girls’ trip, Serena was spotted slaying in a stunning bikini top while sitting beside a pool on a bright sunny day. A little splash of water on the feet can infuse a wholesome relaxing experience, isn’t it?

Along with her green and white designed attire, the fashion icon also donned a similar colored hairband along with a black sunglass. Serena was taking selfies as well, while the gentle waves of the water from the pool splashed onto her feet. She captioned that picture with, “Unfiltered untouched magic at magic hour #girlstrip.” Life after retirement seems great for Serena Williams, isn’t it?

Well, not only retirement but even the swimsuits and beachwear look great on this beautiful tennis diva! Last year, she posted a similar picture of herself jumping on the beach on a bright sunny day, wearing a black swimsuit. She had also uploaded another picture of herself with the turquoise blue water in the background and captioned that post with, “Them: Don’t start jumping to conclusions…Me:” Her fellow tennis star, Caroline Wozniacki showered love on the American, as she commented, “❤️🔥.”

Serena Williams is a perfect example of how important it is to take time out for oneself and celebrate each moment of our lives. However, everything wasn’t always picture-perfect for her.

Being Serena Williams is certainly not easy! In 2018, she even admitted, “It’s been so hard balancing being a mom and starting my clothing line, as well as playing a professional sport!” Trying to find a balance between work and family life and then finding some time for oneself has always been a bit challenging for her, even after retirement. However, with time, Serena has started to ace all of these things.

The mother of two is now an inspiration to several working mothers. What does she think about taking care of herself amid all these daily routines? “Being ok to take time for myself is something I have always struggled with. I finally started being ok to take an hour (during nap time) away from my kids and work to do something for myself. I always feel guilty leaving them but I have to also remember taking care of myself, will only help me take better care of them,“ said Williams in a previous social media post.

Nowadays, even her husband, Alexis Ohanian feels a bit amazed by the way she handles all these things. He once said, “Something (Williams) is really good at is shutting it off and focusing on family time and personal time.” Not only that, Ohanian also believes, “My wife’s got like a switch in her brain where when she’s not on the clock, she is off, she is not thinking about tennis or business or fashion or anything. It’s date night or it’s Olympia time. It’s like it is off. I’m certain that is a muscle she’s had exercised her entire career.”

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Oleksandr Usyk Announces Major U-Turn And Rules Out Facing World Champion Next

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Oleksandr Usyk completed his quest to conquer the heavyweight division with a second victory over Tyson Fury in December.

The 38-year-old from Ukraine successfully defended his unified WBC, WBA and WBO heavyweight titles with a unanimous decision win against ‘The Gypsy King’ on December 21 in Riyadh, effectively cementing himself as the greatest heavyweight of his generation.

With other victories over the likes of Anthony Joshua, Daniel Dubois and Derek Chisora, the 38-year-old Ukrainian has beaten all-comers at heavyweight since he made his divisional debut back in 2020.

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Usyk recently confirmed he will be continuing with his career, after it was speculated that he could finally draw the curtain on his glittering tenure which began not long after he captured Olympic Gold at the 2012 games in London.

Before his second fight against ‘The Gypsy King’ the Ukrainian made it clear he planned a stunning return to cruiserweight to attempt to regain the belts he once held at 200lbs.

“I try cruiserweight again. I try [to be undisputed cruiserweight again].”

One man who was willing to welcome Usyk back at his old division was current IBF and Ring magazine champion Jai Opetaia. His promoter Eddie Hearn made it clear that a fight against the Ukrainian was their long term target.

“The medium focus right now is every belt in the division and the long term focus is to fight Usyk for the unified heavyweight world championship. I believe he is the only fighter who can give Usyk a real fight over the next 12-18 moths.”

The Australian himself said it was a fight he would ‘take with both hands’.

“I’m always open for it, I would never knock down a fight like that. That’s a fight I would take with both hands, 100%.”

When asked about the possibility of facing Opetaia, Usyk originally kept the door open for the potential matchup.

“I don’t know, maybe. He’s [Opetaia] a great fighter.”

However, in a recent interview with Sky Sports Boxing, Usyk has now u-turned on his original plan and ruled out ever heading back down to 200lbs, claiming it would ‘not be possible’ to lose the weight again.

“Now I think it’s not possible because six years I work to grow my weight, and I work, work, work and eating, it’s really hard.”

It’s been confirmed that he will face the winner of the IBF heavyweight title fight between Daniel Dubois and Joseph Parker next.

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Anthony Joshua Offered Fast Track To World Title Shot But Warned It Could Be ‘Career-Ending’

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Anthony Joshua is to have one last shot at becoming a three-time world champion.

The British boxing star hasn’t held a title since 2021 when he lost three belts to Oleksandr Usyk, and then failed to win them back in the rematch a year later. He attempted to regain one of them in September last year when he fought IBF champion Daniel Dubois but was knocked out inside five rounds.

Right now, he is plotting his way back having not fought since, and Congolese heavyweight Martin Bakole is a name that has been mentioned often.

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Speaking to iFL TV, his trainer Billy Nelson claimed they are ready to go but thinks it’s too much of a threat for ‘AJ’ to take it.

“Eddie [Hearn] probably doesn’t want it if the truth be told cause it’s a career-ending fight when Martin Bakole beats him.”

It was put to him that Hearn said Bakole, who stopped highly rated US contender Jared Anderson last time out, is not the second coming of George Foreman.

“Of course, he’s not the second coming, but what he will be, he’ll be the second man to stop Anthony Joshua if Anthony Joshua doesn’t have a fight in the interim.

“[Joshua] will have a warm-up fight probably March or April against whoever. [Deontay] Wilder is easy meat now. He’s finished, gun-shy, doesn’t carry a punch any more. He’ll get an easy fight, get a win and then I think he’ll fight Martin Bakole, ’cause it’s the biggest fight out there.”

Nelson then laid out a tentative plan, with his man winning his May IBF eliminator against Efe Ajagba for the mandatory slot for Dubois. He says that Joshua can have a shot at taking that position from Bakole.

“Everybody on our team wants the fight, ‘AJ’ wants the fight, Turki Alalshikh most importantly wants the fight. So let’s get the fight made after Anthony has his warm up fight, his confidence-boosting fight. We beat Efe Ajagba for the final eliminator then we’ll take Anthony Joshua for an interim fight before we fight for the world title. No problem.”

‘AJ’ has previously said that he would be interested in having the fight in Africa, and Hearn has said, should the be unable to land the Dubois fight or a long-awaited clash with Tyson Fury, Bakole is in the running.

The Brit is currently ranked seventh with the IBF and, while beating Bakole would not necessarily mean he would be called as mandatory immediately, it makes his case for a ‘DDD’ rematch undeniable.

Meanwhile, Dubois has a test of his own on his hands when he defends his belt against Joseph Parker this weekend. The winner will look to face Usyk in an undisputed contest.

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Serena Williams is set for a bikini day with friends after admitting that taking time off doesn’t come easy for her

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Serena Williams, from the moment she started playing tennis until her retirement, lived a life centered around the sport.

Like any other professional athlete, if you want to be the best, you have to make certain sacrifices so that the effort pays off.

Now, Serena is a full-time mom and entrepreneur. She also makes epic Super Bowl appearances and stays incredibly busy in every possible way. That’s why a break was necessary, so she grabbed her bikinis and joined her friends for a few hours of relaxation in the sun.

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The beach is the perfect escape for a well-earned break, and that’s exactly how Serena Williams chose to unwind-soaking up the sun in a bikini and embracing some well-deserved relaxation. But it wasn’t just her dreamy getaway that had fans talking-everyone couldn’t help but notice how incredibly toned and strong her arms look, proving she’s still in peak form.

Despite juggling multiple business ventures, Serena admits that taking time off isn’t easy for her. After years of a fast-paced, commitment-filled lifestyle, slowing down doesn’t come naturally. But as a true champion, she knows that rest is just as vital as training-because a strong body thrives on a balanced mind.

Even in her moments of relaxation, Serena carries that signature confidence and discipline that made her a legend on the court. Whether she’s dominating in business, spending quality time with her family, or just enjoying a little sunshine, she does it with the same energy and pa that defined her career. Fans love seeing this side of her, unfiltered, and still inspiring in every way.

And while she may not be chasing Grand Slam titles anymore, Serena is still setting an example. She’s proving that even the most driven, hardworking individuals deserve to hit pause and enjoy life. Whether it’s a beach day with friends or a quiet moment to recharge, she reminds us all that balance is key. Because at the end of the day, true greatness isn’t just about winning-it’s about knowing when to push forward and when to simply soak it all in.

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‘She meant everything to me’: Tiger Woods speaks publicly for first time since mother’s passing

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Tiger Woods spoke publicly for the first time since his mother’s passing, spending time with Jim Nantz and Trevor Immelman in the CBS broadcast booth during the final round of The Genesis Invitational on Sunday.

Woods called his mother, Kultida, his “rock.” Woods was expected to make his season debut at this week’s Genesis Invitational, a tournament he hosts. He withdrew earlier this week, citing his mom’s death. Kultida Woods passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 4. She was 80 years old.

“It’s been a tough process to go through but I’ve had amazing family support,” Woods told Nantz and Immelman. “All the players have reached out that were playing here this week. The amount of texts and emails and nice messages of support I got has really helped. It’s really meant a lot to me.

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“She meant everything to me and losing her has been a very hard and difficult process to go through.”

Woods shared memories of Kultida driving him around to golf tournaments all across Southern California and making sure Woods prioritized his academics.

“If I didn’t get any homework done, I wasn’t allowed to play,” Woods said. “… School came first before any sport I was playing.”

The seventh hole pin flag on the Torrey Pines South Course was replaced with a white flag during the four rounds of competition at The Genesis Invitational, honoring Kultida. The flag has no logos or numbers. The gesture is meant to honor Kultida’s heritage. White symbolizes purity, wisdom and longevity in Buddhism. The number seven is also integral in Buddhist culture, tied to seven factors of enlightenment.

Additionally, players wore custom red pins during The Genesis Invitational’s final round in Kultida’s memory. Woods sported the tribute pin as he arrived at Torrey Pines for Sunday’s final round.

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Terence Crawford Finally Confirms Stance on Moving Two Weight Classes for Canelo Alvarez

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Terence Crawford is leaving no stone unturned in his quest to secure a win against Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez at his own weight class.

The matchup that fans have been clamoring for since last year is finally on the horizon. It is set to take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas this September. Crawford is giving it his all to prepare for the showdown. But there’s a major hurdle.

While Crawford has been a dominant force in the welterweight division, Canelo reigns supreme in the super middleweight division. Even though he has made it into the light middleweight division, Canelo is still two weight classes away. To stand a chance against the Mexican icon, Crawford knows he’ll need to bulk up close to 13 lbs for the challenge.

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And that’s exactly what Crawford has been doing. Based on his latest Instagram story, the Omaha native has already begun adjusting to the higher weight class, showing off a career-heaviest 186 lbs—hinting that he’s not just talking the talk, but walking the walk. His weight gain has reignited the hopes of many fans who believe Terence Crawford might just pull off the impossible. But not everyone’s buying into the hype just yet. So to silence the doubters, Crawford recently spoke up, clearing the air once and for all.

Crawford’s commitment to the challenge became clear when he recently attended Keyshawn Davis’ impressive victory over Denys Brinchyk at Madison Square Garden Theater in New York. While there, he was approached by Fight Hype for a brief conversation.

The reporter asked Crawford about his decision to move up to 168 lbs to face Canelo Alvarez. He was curious about what motivated Crawford to take on this major challenge. Crawford responded by emphasizing his desire to challenge himself. “I want to challenge myself,” the 41-0 stated confidently.

Terence Crawford acknowledged Canelo as an “all-time great.” Not just that. The 37-year-old also considers him “one of the best that came out of Mexico”. However, Crawford also sees himself as one of the “all-time greats.” He felt this was the perfect time to put his skills to the test against a fighter of Canelo Alvarez’s caliber.

Crawford’s use of the phrase “Big chances, big rewards” highlighted that he is fully aware of the high risk involved in facing a much bigger opponent. He’s not shying away from the challenge but rather embracing it with the belief that the potential reward—cementing his legacy as one of the best in the sport—makes it all worth it.

Despite his confidence, Terence Crawford’s weight increase to 186 lbs raised some eyebrows. Some wondered if this move was just a publicity stunt or a miscalculation.

Mikey Garcia, a four-division world champion, recently shared his thoughts on the situation, expressing concerns about Crawford’s weight gain. While talking to ES News, he even gave his own example and revealed, “When I was fighting, my last few fights at the welterweight division, I was weighing around 120, but I was walking around like 56-58, during training. So you still have to cut weight.”

The former four-division champion pointed out that fighters typically need to cut weight even when moving up a division, albeit less drastically. “Look everybody, even when you are “Moving up the weight,” you are still cutting weight,” stated the veteran boxer. He speculated that Terence Crawford might be exaggerating his current weight. But also noted that if Crawford could manage his new weight without affecting his performance, it could work in his favor. However, the possibility of him losing speed and agility due to the extra bulk remains a concern, especially against someone as quick as Canelo.

While the weight increase is notable, Crawford’s reputation as a top-level fighter means that any changes to his body or strategy will be closely scrutinized. It remains to be seen if the extra weight will affect his speed or if he can adapt his footwork to stay at the top of his game. The questions around his weight, performance, and whether the added bulk will hurt his speed are all part of what makes this fight so compelling.

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Eddie Hearn reveals frontrunner to face Anthony Joshua next and discusses retirement

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Anthony Joshua is looking for a new opponent for his next fight after Tyson Fury announced his retirement from the sport last month.

The heavyweight titans looked destined to finally square off this year.

Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh was in the process of preparing a lucrative two-fight offer for the long-awaited all-British showdown.

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However, those plans have now been put on hold following Fury’s bombshell announcement.

Joshua’s team have now shifted their attention to other avenues, with AJ’s promoter Eddie Hearn setting his sights on a world title fight for his client.

“Right now because Tyson Fury is retired, so put him to the side, the number one choice for AJ is to fight for the world heavyweight title,” Hearn told BetFred.

“That’s 99 per cent of what he wants to do and if that’s Daniel Dubois, no problem. If that’s Joseph Parker, no problem.

“If AJ turns around and says that’s what he’s doing, then it’s done.

“It’s not me saying he can’t fight Daniel Dubois. Some people say he shouldn’t have fought Oleksandr Usyk. What are you talking about?

“It’s your job, he’s the mandatory, what do you want to do?

“Give your belt up and have all that criticism that you ducked Usyk and you vacated your belt to do it?”

Joshua, 35, rebounded well from his back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk in 2020 and 2021 by winning his next four fights.

However, his winning streak came to a cruel, unforgiving end last September when he was flattened by Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium.

The devastating defeat prompted several members of the boxing fraternity to call for his retirement.

But Hearn played down the prospect of AJ hanging up his gloves just yet.

“Not yet, but there will come the time,” Hearn added.

“Those kinds of conversations really come from behind the scenes from how somebody is performing in camp.

“In camp, if you haven’t got it anymore, it’ll be apparent. The injuries will get worse, you’ll get hurt in sparring against somebody you shouldn’t be getting hurt against.

“You’re not sharp and when that moment comes, that’s when the team will say ‘AJ’s not looking good you know’ and that’s the moment when I will probably have a conversation with him.

“For the Daniel Dubois fight, the camp was great.

“He was super sharp and we were really confident going into that fight, coming off four good wins, two really good wins, and we thought he would win.

“We knew how dangerous the fight was, so he comes out, has a terrible start, never really recovers, comes back into the fight a little bit and gets chinned. No problem.

“If camp had gone really poorly and we were unsure, I think that conversation may have been brought forward.”

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‘Bruh..he used toad’: Mike Tyson shuts down Jake Paul’s Parkinson’s claim as boxer backtracks

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Jake Paul sparked controversy after claiming that Mike Tyson had Parkinson’s disease and was cured by smoking psychedelic toad venom.

Paul made the comments during a livestream with Adin Ross while discussing the use of substances like ayahuasca and mushrooms for health benefits.

During the conversation, Paul excitedly stated, “Toad cured Tyson’s Parkinson’s so that he could come back and fight,” referring to the psychedelic properties of venom from Sonoran Desert toads. The statement quickly went viral, leading to widespread speculation.

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Following the viral clip, a spokesperson for Tyson denied the claims in a statement to TMZ, stating, “Mike is happy and perfectly healthy. He doesn’t have Parkinson’s or any other illness.”

This clarification comes amid concerns about Tyson’s health, as he had a medical incident on a plane last year that led to his highly-publicised fight with Paul being postponed from July to November.

After facing backlash, Paul took to X (formerly Twitter) to clarify his comments. He wrote:

“Bruh…Mike Tyson didn’t have no Parkinson’s.. WTF. Why the f* is the internet so stupid for? I misspoke. Meant he used toad to heal his pain. He has spoken about it many times. Just like I do. Just like many do.”**

Despite the retraction, Paul’s initial statement had already fueled speculation, leaving fans divided on whether it was a genuine mistake or a reckless exaggeration.

The highly anticipated fight between the two took place on November 15, with Paul securing a unanimous decision victory over the 58-year-old boxing legend. Despite the loss, Tyson viewed his return to the ring as an achievement, given his age and past health struggles.

In a recent interview with the New York Post, Tyson admitted he still wasn’t sure if he had fully recovered from the fight, saying, “I feel pretty good, but I don’t know if I’m 100 percent recovered.”

The two later reunited at Donald Trump’s inauguration party.

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Simone Biles Shows Off Fresh Hair Transformation in Adorable Pics with Husband Jonathan Owens

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The history-making Olympic gymnast shared a glimpse into the couple’s Valentine’s Day celebrations

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens amped up the romance this week.

On Friday, the couple marked their second Valentine’s Day together since tying the knot almost two years ago.

The history-making Olympian and the football player first met through dating app Raya shortly before the pandemic in 2020, and got engaged in February of 2022. They tied the knot with two weddings, one in Houston in April 2023 and another in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, the following month.

Following their Valentine’s Day celebrations, Simone took to Instagram and shared a sweet glimpse into them with fans.

She started off with a photo of her wearing a silky, baby pink dress and long braids, holding a large bouquet of massive white roses, followed by one of Jonathan wearing a colorful printed shirt.Simone Biles

The gymnast also included a photo of the roses laid down on a bed, plus a snap of Jonathan as the two enjoyed a lunch with mimosas, and lastly another photo of her holding the epic bouquet.

“Valentine’s day,” she simply wrote in her caption, and fans were then quick to take to the comments section under the post and gush over it, though first Jonathan himself wrote: “Had the most amazing day with you,” alongside a red heart emoji.

Others followed suit with: “You look stunning! I love your dress,” and: “You look so beautiful and wonderful!!!” as well as: “The hair, the dress, you look stunning,” plus another added: “You are so beautiful.”

It’s a special, lowkey time for Simone and Jonathan, who are both on a break from their respective sports.

Simone was also recently celebrated at the Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year event, honoring her history-making performance at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, which came after a two-year break. For the special moment, she had her husband  by her side, plus her parents, Nellie and Ronald Biles, as well as former teammate Aly Raisman.
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