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Southern California's Del Mar Racetrack has been somewhat forgotten by the general public in recent years, overshadowed by East Coast venues like Churchill Downs and Belmont Park. The reality is that the 72 year old track has a history to rival their better known counterparts. Operated by the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club and located 20 miles North of San Diego, its perhaps most famous for its iconic slogan "Where The Surf Meets the Turf" but that only scratches the surface of its star studded history.

The founding father of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and patriarch of the Gracie family, Helio Gracie, died in early 2009 at the age of 95. His influence in martial arts as well as the sport of mixed martial arts is mind boggling. The Gracie family name will forever be synonymous with Brazilian sports, jiu-jitsu, MMA and the UFC--not only due to Helios own accomplishments but the legacy he created both by training others and through his family.

Success in the NFL mandates that even when teams aren't playing their best they need to find a way to win. After spotting the Bucs a 6-0 lead, Miami used a late first half field goal and scored the only touchdown of the second half to comeback for the 10-6 win. The victory improved Miamis preseason NFL record to a perfect 3-0 while Tampa Bay dropped to 1-2.

When legendary quarterback Brett Favre announced his return to the NFL from what has become a seemingly annual flirtation with retirement, many second guessed the Minnesota Vikings' decision to sign "The Gunslinger". On Sunday, Favre and the Vikings answered those critics in the best way possible-with a lopsided 34-3 beatdown of the Dallas Cowboys. Favre threw 4 touchdown passes in the victory and the Vikings' defense sacked Dallas QB Tony Romo six times in the blowout.

There are many different varieties of motorcycle boots on the market today and cortech sportbike motorcycle boots are certainly amongst the best. As a motorbike rider safety must be one of your primary objectives.

Come see why hundreds of people are turing to dance class as a new fun fitness program. Stay in shape while learning new dances which you can take to parties, weddings, and schools.

Most people don't think hydration is important when riding their motorcycles because it's just like riding in a car, right? Wrong! Direct exposure to the sun, higher temperatures and high humidity can all contribute to dehydration while riding your motorcycle. Learn how to keep hydrated and keep riding at peak efficiency.

Many punters come up with a definitive plan on how they are going to turn their results around and win consistently. They decide on how they are going to do the form, determine their selections, manage their money and how they will win big.

Reebok have once again called on the stunning Kelly Brook in another campaign for the sportswear giant. But to the disappointment of many, she will be keeping her clothes on, unlike the last time she modelled nude for their line of trainers in a nationwide naked billboard campaign.

For those who have a hard to shop for teenage boy within your house, Christmas shopping can be frustrating. From the toy phase and too much into the video game phase, you might be agonizing over what to get him for Christmas. Teenage boys who like sports will love some custom Jordan sneakers as a gift this holiday season. Teenage boys who hate sports will like these sneakers since they're fashionable right now. Popular in schools from coast to coast, these custom sneakers will make the boy that you experienced happy on Christmas morning.