On the website, Iverson, known in the NBA as “The Answer,” gave a personal statement, saying he still feels he has something to offer an NBA team.

Iverson played 13 seasons in the NBA between his original team, the Philadelphia 76ers, the Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons and the Memphis Grizzlies.

Tweeters rallied behind the ten-time All-Star and reflected on his career:

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   Bryce_Cold (Waxahachie, Texas) Allen Iverson just retired today. Wow.. its sad to hear that one of my all time faves is done and never won a ring. 26 Nov 2009 from txt
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   tcote @loudersoft (Tehran, Iran) The Iverson thing threw me for a loop too. I mean, all he’s done even in the past year is keep scoring 18 a game. 26 Nov 2009 from web in reply to loudersoft
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   Glenn_247 (Charlotte, NC) My Favorite Iverson moment was when He hit that 3 pointer then stepped over Tyron Lue in the finals… damn that dude was nasty 26 Nov 2009 from web
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   SethDH (Pa.) This thanksgiving I am thankful for Allen Iverson. You will forever be a staple of Philly sports and the 76ers. I raise my glass to you sir! 26 Nov 2009 from Twitterrific

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Others maintained the retirement is only temporary:

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   sefog (Tacoma, WA) Allen Iverson has retired…just like Brett Farve. 26 Nov 2009 from Twittelator
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   Truth_About_It (Washington, DC) It’s only a matter of time until Iverson is playing somewhere … perhaps in Europe … where he can start, & make $$$. 26 Nov 2009 from web

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After a slow start for both squads, the first major incident became an injury to RSL midfielder Javier Morales. Unable to continue, an emotional Morales was subbed out in the 22nd minute.

In the 41st minute, the Galaxy struck first, as 2009 MLS MVP Landon Donovan crossed a ball to Galaxy midfielder Mike Magee at the far post, who kicked it in. RSL created a few scoring chances prior to the half, but were unable to capitalize. At half time, the Galaxy led 1-0.

In the 64th mnute, RSL evened the score. Inside the penalty area, Movsisyan shot a ball toward goal that was immediately blocked. Bouncing around, the ball finally found Findley, who put it home with his left foot. On the play, Ricketts seemed to injure his hand that was already in pain after a collision he had earlier in the half with RSL forward Robbie Findley. Galaxy coach Bruce Arena was ultimately forced to pull Ricketts for backup goalkeeper Josh Saunders. It marked the first time a goalkeeper was substituted in MLS Cup history.

With neither team able to score in the rest of the second half and overtime, RSL and the Galaxy had to take play into a penalty shoot out to crown a champion.

In the first three rounds of the penalty shoot out, both teams matched each other with goals in the first two and saves in the third. In round four, Donovan kicked the ball over the crossbar and Ned Grabavoy knocked one in to give RSL their first lead, 3-2. In round five, Magee would tie it 3-3 for the Galaxy and Andy Williams was stopped by Saunders, keeping it tied. Both teams scored again on their respective kicks in round six to make it 4-4. Finally, in round seven, Rimando came up with a save on an Edsun Buddle kick and Robbie Russell stepped up and hit home a ball into the left corner, giving RSL the win.

For his performance in the penalty shootout, Rimando was named the MLS Cup MVP.

Twitterers recognized the fact that Real Salt Lake was a sub-.500 team (11-12-7) during the regular season:

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   bbudlong Well done Real Salt Lake against Galaxy. Sub-.500 all the way to the MLS Cup on penalties! 23 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   trpdtn yes it’s remarkable, but the fact that RSL won the MLS Cup after a sub-.500 regular season is a damn shame. 23 Nov 2009 from Tweetie
   
   
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   Phonedog_Noah A sub-.500 team won the MLS Cup? That’s absurd and a total league fail. Why have a regular season at all? 23 Nov 2009 from TweetDeck
   
   

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Twitterers from Utah comment on Real Salt Lake’s victory:

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   chrismanning Real Salt Lake wins MLS Cup in their 5th year in the league! It’s a great time to be from Utah! 23 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   Merk RSL just brought home the first championship in Utah professional sports history! #mlscup #realsaltlake 23 Nov 2009 from web
   
   

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Twitterers also comment on Donovan’s penalty kick miss and the Galaxy loss:

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   MegWags How do you lose with the MLS MVP and Rookie of the Year? I cannot believe Donovan missed the shoot out goal. Sad day! 23 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   TheCoster MLS MVP a no show from halftime on. RT @GrantWahl: Wow–Donovan misses. LA down one heading into last round. 23 Nov 2009 from TweetDeck
   
   
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   gibi_gibi Wow. Salt lake beat beckham and Donovan in the #mlscup. 23 Nov 2009 from txt
   
   
   
   
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   MichaelATerry Can’t belive Donovan was the one to choke! T’was a great game none the less. #mls #fb 23 Nov 2009 from Tweetie
   
   
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   austin_f_talley How in the world does Donovan miss a wide open PK in the MLS Finals?! 23 Nov 2009 from txt

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Here are some TwitPics from Twitterers at the game:

“MLS cup!!!!!! #fb” per @ThisIsTheDuke:

“MLS cup 25 mins in-we’ve had 1 shot on target…” per @andylane16:

“Oh man, down to shootout at MLS cup” per @nahun:

“Ohhhh crap that was awesome. Best game ever RSL wins!” per @nahun:

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In the 33rd minute, Irish striker Robbie Keane scored first, pushing the Irish into an aggregate tie with France (1-1). Still tied after a full 90 minutes, both squads were forced to play extra time. France finally broke the tie with a goal in the 104th minute, but it wouldn’t pass without controversy. On the play that led to the goal, Florent Malouda connected  on free kick with captain Thierry Henry, who was offside. Henry then clearly handed the ball twice before controlling it and crossing into William Gallas, who awkwardly headed it in the goal. Immediately Ireland looked for a call from the head referee and side judges, but their search was to no avail. Gallas’ goal ultimately stood, sending France to South Africa and sending Ireland back home.

Still angry over the play, the Football Association of Ireland filed a grievance Thursday with FIFA, asking them for a replay of the match.

Other than France, five other teams qualified for the World Cup Wednesday. Algeria, Greece, Portugal, Slovenia and Uruguay also cemented their places in the 32 team World Cup field.

Twitterers in Ireland and around the world were displeased with Henry and the referees in Wednesday’s match:

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   eoinom (Dublin, Ireland) Thierry Henry&FIFA have disgraced the world of football&robbed Ireland of their deserved place in the World Cup Finals-an absolute disgrace. 19 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   raikkonenfans @mckaycnn (Meath, Ireland) the match surely should be replayed or henry should be banned from the world cup 19 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   judemeche (Washington, D.C.) Luck of the Irish? Henry with a handball and Ireland is out of the World Cup….awful non-call 19 Nov 2009 from TweetDeck
   
   
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   Craigy_Anderson (East Kilbride, Scotland) Any failure by FIFA to act against Thierry Henry would make a mockery of their ‘Fair Play’ campaign 20 Nov 2009 from Echofon
   
   
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   diskojuice (London, England) Boycotting any products endorsed by Thierry Henry after his cheating handball prevented the Irish from reaching World Cup Final !! 19 Nov 2009 from web

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Others have mentioned that complaints with Henry have gone too far:

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   MisterHands (Ireland) Okay, this whole Thierry Henry/World Cup situation is getting out of hand. 19 Nov 2009 from TweetDeck
   
   
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   Homzy (Manchester, England) thinks talk of a France v Ireland replay, and a World Cup ban for Thierry Henry, is ridiculous. He cheated but it’s time to move on. 20 Nov 2009 from web

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Some are even linking Henry’s hand ball with Diego Maradona’s “Hand of God”:

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   ANDREWBAILEYuk (Durham, England) Thierry Henry, I’m real happy for you and I’ma let you finish, but Diego Maradona had the best handball of ALL TIME! 19 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   bombayboogie (Highdelberg, Germany) RT @therealnihal Is it true that Thierry Henry and Maradona are forming a handball team? 19 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   ringbark (Wirral, England) A big hand for Thierry Henry for the most famous goal in international football since Maradona. 20 Nov 2009 from TwitterBerry

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Down by two, with ten seconds left, Bulls guard Derrick Rose went to the free throw line. Rose would hit both of his free throws, the game tied at 89-89.

With only .6 seconds left, Nuggets guard Chauncey Billups was fouled and given two free throws. Purposely missing the second, the rebound was recovered by Bulls center Joakim Noah who quickly called a time-out. The Bulls would get the ball, down by one with .3 seconds on the clock.

In desperation, the ball was inbounded to sub Brad Miller, who made a game-winning shot as time expired. However, the Bulls amazing last second win would soon turn into a heart-breaking defeat; though the shot was initially counted, officials ruled Miller’s game-winner came after the buzzer.

Across the country, Twitterers felt confident Miller got off his shot in time. If it was too close to call, many said the call on the floor shouldn’t have been overturned.

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   BeeDotKay (Chicago, IL) Man WTF the refs trippin Brad Miller got that shot off 11 Nov 2009 from Echofon
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   theDUNIT @patrickryan19 (Chicago, IL) Brad Miller made miracle game winner.. and they reviewed it taking it way with no proof. 11 Nov 2009 from web in reply to patrickryan19
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   kiernanproud (Oswego, NY) brad miller, im gonna let u finish but derek fisher had one of the bet buzzer beaters of all time #BradMillersBasketWasGood #bullswererobbed 11 Nov 2009 from web
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   KentTaylorWAVE (Louisville, KY) Even as a Nuggets fan, it looked to me like Brad Miller got that off in time. 11 Nov 2009 from web
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   eeeemac (Chicago, IL) Life may not suck but that last call against the Bulls does! Brad Miller’s shot was good! 11 Nov 2009 from web
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   BBOYWORTHING (Seattle, WA) Anybody see the Denver vs Chicago game? Brad Miller got robbed at the buzzer 11 Nov 2009 from mobile web
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   AbeMatthew (Undisclosed) Its okay brad miller i and 3 million people know you made that shot. 11 Nov 2009 from txt

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Abdul-Jabbar’s doctor said the chronic myeloid leukemia is not a certain death sentence with regular treatment.

The six-time NBA All-Star has vowed to use his diagnosis to raise awareness about leukemia since non-treatment of leukemia can be fatal.

Twitter users rallied behind the basketball hero Tuesday:

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   seesheshe (Brooklyn, NY) Kareem Abdul Jabbar has been diagnosed w/Leukemia (via ABC news). He’s the original class act! He will beat this & b w/us for a long time! 10 Nov 2009 from UberTwitter
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   starchildluke (England) Hope you get through this Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, arguably the greatest BBaller ever. That’s right MJ, I said it. 10 Nov 2009 from web
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   hustlamoney (New York) We as a people need to start-up another movement against cancer.So many past but not forgotten lets do it for them.Kareem Abdul-Jabbar 10 Nov 2009 from web
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   Julia_LTL087 (California) Im so sad about Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is sick =( 1 of my favorite basketball players of all time, my heart is with him during this rough time 10 Nov 2009 from web
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   alexcarbello (Columbia, Mo.) Abdul-Jabbar diagnosed with cancer.. One of the greatest of all time can’t avoid cancer it effects so many stay strong Kareem 10 Nov 2009 from TweetDeck

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United had their chances with Wayne Rooney coming close on shots in the 67th and 68th minute, but Chelsea captain John Terry headed home the game’s only goal off a Frank Lampard free-kick in the 76th minute. Angered, United expressed a grievance with head referee Martin Atkinson, as Chelsea striker Didier Drogba appeared to be offsides on the play. However, the complaining was to no avail, as the goal would stand and Rooney was given one of the games many yellow cards. 

Prior to the match, Chelsea held a two point lead over Manchester United and Arsenal, with the Gunners moving into second place after a 4-1 victory over Wolverhampton on Saturday. With the victory, the Blues extended their lead over the Gunners and the Red Devils to five points.

United striker Dimitar Berbatov even stated after Sunday’s match that he thought the Red Devils and the Blues will ultimately be the only two vying for the Premier League title. 

After the win, Twitterers expressed their happiness with Mr. Terry:

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   mrscudicini (Undisclosed) okay. breathing and blood pressure have returned to normal. Euphoria remains. I love you John Terry. I actually do. MWAH 08 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   SPOONER87 (Adelaide, Australia) @ManUGirl11 John Terry is a legend 08 Nov 2009 from mobile web
   
   
   
   

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Others commented on the calls from referee Martin Atkinson:

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   TerraxTSW (Norway) bad #referee decisions cost #MUFC the victory today. Rooney wasn’t offside, Drogba was. Extra time wasn’t extended for substitute of Alex 08 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   lovesincognito (Undisclosed) manchester united dominates the match but chelsea wins it. only one goal in it some dubious referring bt wat a match 08 Nov 2009 from mobile web
   
   
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   ManUGirl11 (Washington D.C.) John Terry really capitalizes on dodgy calls. Weak. 08 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
   
   

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Some Twitterers put the game’s result in terms of other Premier League squads:

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   kapsito1 (Malaysia) chelsea defeat manchester united…………wish they had drawn but anyway its a good result for arsenal 08 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   syd21 (India) Chelsea won, Manchester United lost. It’s actually a no-win situation for me as a Liverpool fan..Why can’t both teams lose? lol 08 Nov 2009 from web

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While others commented on how the game’s result has not determined the League’s winner:

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   Natoni10 (Undisclosed) Chelsea lucked out today. This victory means nothing. Manchester United can still win the league 08 Nov 2009 from web
   
   
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   ianeeyan (Singapore) Manchester United loss against Chelsea today doesn’t determine who’s gonna win the cup; not, just yet. 08 Nov 2009 from web

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Now, after a tie, paired with Fiorentina’s victory over Debrecen, Liverpool remains in third place in Group E, 6 points behind Lyon and 5 behind Fiorentina.

If a win wasn’t necessary before, it certainly is now, as a loss will immediately eliminate Liverpool from further contention. However, a Liverpool victory over Debrecen on Nov. 24th will not necessarily decide their fate. Their fate also depends on the result of Fiorentina v. Lyon on the same day. With a victory of their own, Liverpool will also need a Lyon win, moving the Reds within 2 points of Fiorentina with their final match of group play coming against the Italian club.

Immediately after Wednesday’s match, Red’s defender Jamie Carragher said the team still believes that they will get through to the knockout stages. Nevertheless, Liverpool manager, Rafael Benitez later mentioned that the Red’s would need a miracle. Also speaking on Liverpool’s possible elimation, Liverpool Goalkeeper Pepe Reina said an early exit would not be a disaster, especially in terms of the team’s rich Champion League history.

Liverpool’s injuries aren’t helping the situation either, as captain Steven Gerrard and striker Fernando Torres might need surgery to fix groin problems.

Before their Champion League match against Debrecen, Liverpool is scheduled to play Birmingham and Manchester City in two separate Premier League matches on Monday Nov. 9 and Saturday Nov. 21, respectively.

Many Twitters have expressed their sympathy for the Red’s:

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   deutscheposts (Duesseldorf, Germany) Heartbreak for Liverpool FC , I feel bad for them. #UEFA #CL 05 Nov 2009 from Tweetie
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   illsahil (New Delhi, India) One person who I dont wanna be right now: Liverpool FC’s manager Rafael Benitez. Feel sorry for him. #epl 05 Nov 2009 from Gravity

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While others have expressed their lack of sympathy:

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   alistairwhitman (Undisclosed) no sympathy for #liverpool fc benitez and has had ample opportunity to correct the ship and has had plenty of cash to do it. 05 Nov 2009 from web

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Some are also keeping hope alive:

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   nmarieb (Herts, United Kingdom) I will always support Liverpool. No matter how bad it seems to be or how depressing it gets, I will never loose my faith in Liverpool FC. 04 Nov 2009 from Echofon
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   mokands (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) Happy to see Lyon pledge. Miracles happen especially at Liverpool keep the spirits up 06 Nov 2009 from web

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While others have resorted to desperate measures:

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   CherylColeUSA (Texas) LIVERPOOL FC FANS ITS TIME 2 GET ON OUR KNEES AND PRAY http://bit.ly/2vwE5M 05 Nov 2009 from Tweetie

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Also, some Twitterers just find Liverpool’s situation funny:

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   JeremyMathews (Undisclosed) Wow, Liverpool FC is just hilarious this year. 04 Nov 2009 from web

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Johnson and Aurelio are not the only Red’s hurt, however. Other players previously confirmed as out for Wednesday’s match due to injury are captain Steven Gerrard, midfielder Albert Riera, and defenders Martin Kelly and Martin Srktel.

Even though he is expected to play, another  injury concern for Liverpool is striker Fernando Torres, who was pulled by manager Rafael Benitez during Sunday’s Premier League match at Fulham with the score tied, 1-1.  After losing 3-1, Benetiz received criticism for subbing the Premier League’s top scorer, but insisted that there was no other choice.

Wednesday’s match is crucial for Liverpool, as they currently sit in third place in Group E of the Champions League. A win would be necessary in order for them to keep their chances of making the knockout stages alive.

Some Twitterers were upset with the news of Liverpool’s injuries:

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   guntherfurlong (Malaysia) Keep reading about all the injuries with the Liverpool squad. Damn it!! We’re cursed! #LFC #YNWA 03 Nov 2009 from Seesmic
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   jconley1 (Undisclosed) I can’t beleive the luck #Liverpool are having…injuries galore…ugghhh. 03 Nov 2009 from web

One Twitter even expressed their pessimism:

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   kitnubbles (Northamptonshire, England) @RebeccaNavarro Sorry I can’t see Liverpool winning anything again this season, too many injuries and too much tinkering for my liking. 03 Nov 2009 from web

Nevertheless, Twitterers think these injuries are no excuse for not performing well:

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   Barkzter (Undisclosed) is annoyed about Liverpool we should be putting teams like this away, injuries or not 31 Oct 2009 from web
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   simonkeenan007 (Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England) @empireofthekop injuries or not, this is Liverpool the players picked should be good enough to perform score and win. 03 Nov 2009 from web in reply to empireofthekop

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Vettel and team Red Bull finished 1-2 in the race as teammate Mark Webber blocked any attempt for others to pass Vettel down the stretch.

Formula 1 fans were excited for Vettel and disappointed for Hamilton on Twitter.

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   christalinggar Congrats Vettel, Webber and Button for standing on Abu Dhabi’s podium. What a circuit. Stunning. 01 Nov 2009 from mobile web
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   sarahholtf1 Bad luck for Hamilton. Results in Abu Dhabi were 1. Vettel 2. Webber 3. Button 4. Barrichello 5. Heidfeld 6. Kobayashi 7. Trulli 8. Buemi 01 Nov 2009 from web
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   Grrepi09 what a day, guted that Hamilton didn`t get thru todaY !!! 01 Nov 2009 from web
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   Andreattah Great show from the red bull team.Hamilton wasted pole.Forza Ferrari next season.for now McLaren get your P3 Constructors. 01 Nov 2009 from web
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   ShirlsK24 Shame Lewis didnt win but well done Sebastian Vettel 01 Nov 2009 from web
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   Ali_McCarthyXx @redbullf1spy yeooo congrats to vettel, you guys deserve it 01 Nov 2009 from web in reply to redbullf1spy
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   Miszii and the winner is Sebastian Vettel <3 juhuu ) 01 Nov 2009 from web
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   Marc_Fraser Thought the Abu Dhabi grand prix was spectacular. What a great job done, looking forward to next years. Shame Hamilton had to retire also. 01 Nov 2009 from TweetDeck

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The Cheetah, a two-month year old cub, was named ‘Lightening Bolt.’

Agence France-Presse reports that Bolt’s adoption comes during a four day trip to Kenya, where he is set to launch an environmental charity campaign to preserve local ecosystems.

Many Twitterers were delighted by the Bolt’s adoption:

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   jennyquarx (Madison, Wisconsin) I like this story: Usain Bolt adopts a cheetah: http://bit.ly/4kt8t7 02 Nov 2009 from Power Twitter
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   Hecklopez (Oklahoma) Usain Bolt adopts a cheetah, names him ‘Lightning Bolt’ … Love this! 02 Nov 2009 from TwitterBar
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   chrislittmann (Charlotte, North Carolina) Too awesome. RT @thesportingblog: Usain Bolt Adopts a Cheetah (Yes, Really): http://bit.ly/2psYEp (via @RockabyeArena) 02 Nov 2009 from TweetDeck

Many others also found the adoption fitting:

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   junyama17 (Undisclosed) Usain Bolt has apparently adopted a cheetah. Seems appropriate! 02 Nov 2009 from web
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   abdulnaz (Undisclosed) The world’s fastest man adopts the world’s fastest animal – Usain Bolt and a Cheetah! How about that for a match!!! 02 Nov 2009 from web
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   237Sports (Indianapolis, Indiana) And in track/field news, Usain Bolt adapts into a cheetah… What’s that? Whoops, correction. Adopts a cheetah. 02 Nov 2009 from HootSuite

Some Twitterers even made reference to a potential race:

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   MSardina (Santa Clara, California) why the hell not? Usain Bolt adopts a cheetah (hopefully so he can race it) http://bit.ly/sSPeO 02 Nov 2009 from TweetDeck
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   ThorJohnsen (Florida) Here’s to hoping Usain Bolt adopted a baby cheetah (that he named “Lightning Bolt”) solely to race it when it gets older. 02 Nov 2009 from Twee

ESPN’s Jay Harris also made reference to a friendly run between the two:

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   JayHarrisESPN (Undisclosed) Usain Bolt adopts a cheetah. I’d like to see that Saturday afternoon run in the park! http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/8338040.stm 02 Nov 2009 from web

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