#underdog-victory

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Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The whole town was out after': Grimsby football fans proud of victory over Manchester United

League Two side Grimsby Town beat Manchester United on penalties after a 2-2 draw, producing an unprecedented, euphoric victory that sparked immense local pride.
fromCageside Press
1 week ago

Road to UFC's Dom Mar Fan: Finding Strength in the Doubters

I kind of anticipated it. I made a solid effort not to look at the betting numbers or anything in the lead-up to the fight, but when I first got given the opponent's name and I looked, it was 11-0. I was like, okay, chances are people are going to assume that this guy is going to win,
MMA
fromCyclingnews
2 months ago

'I opened a B&B, and now I'm national champion' - Why Filippo Conca's spectacular upset win means there will be no Italian tricolore jersey in the pro peloton

Filippo Conca's unexpected victory in the Italian National Championships showcased the unpredictability of cycling.
Arsenal
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Super proud': Slegers hails Arsenal after Women's Champions League success

Arsenal's women's team unexpectedly won the Women's Champions League title, defeating Barcelona and marking a significant achievement under coach Renee Slegers.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

'This is the year of the underdog - and I love it!'

Palace's historic FA Cup victory signals a new era for underdog teams in football.
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