JULY 31, 1985

Full News Archive

• Headline: Saratoga's Rising Stakes Challenge. Impact: The locals' ignorance of the horses' previous races created a chain reaction that led to a secret society of horse bettors forming in Albany, who now control the betting markets and have a monopoly on horse racing trivia. Who knew ignorance could lead to such power?. Fact: It's said that in the world of horse racing, betting on a horse just because it has a cool name is a solid strategy. So, if you ever lose, at least you can blame the name, right?.
• Headline: Fisk's Midnight Workout for Victory. Impact: Fisk's late-night weightlifting session sparked a nationwide trend of athletes hitting the gym at odd hours, leading to the creation of the 'Midnight Gym' concept. This eventually resulted in the invention of the protein shake-flavored midnight snack, because carbs don’t count at 3 AM.. Fact: Carlton Fisk was so dedicated to his craft that he was known to lift weights in a phone booth. Too bad there were no cell phones back then to document that unique workout experience!.
• Headline: Boris Becker: The Young Wimbledon Champion. Impact: Boris Becker's early success led to a bizarre chain of events where every child in the world suddenly believed they could be a tennis champion by the age of 17. Schools started offering 'Tennis 101' classes, and an entire generation of kids now only know how to play tennis and nothing else.. Fact: Boris Becker won Wimbledon at 17—because apparently, the secret to success is just never growing up. Meanwhile, the rest of us are stuck figuring out taxes and adulting..