Makayla Timpson’s Jaw-Dropping Chasedown Block: The WNBA Rookie’s Defensive Mastery That Left Opponents Stunned

Indiana Fever rookie Makayla Timpson delivered a chasedown block against the Phoenix Mercury on July 11 that Yahoo Sports called ‘unprecedented.’ With elite speed, vertical leap, and timing, she erased a three-step gap to swat Sophie Cunningham’s layup. Caitlin Clark and veteran Kahleah Copper both acknowledged the rarity of the play, signaling Timpson’s rise from second-round pick to a reliable defensive force in the WNBA.

Zohran Mamdani’s Rise: How New York Post Attacks Are Fueling His 2025 Mayoral Surge Instead of Doom

Zohran Mamdani, a progressive state assemblymember, is surging in the 2025 New York City mayoral race despite—or because of—relentless attacks from the New York Post. Each demonizing front page has backfired, galvanizing his base and boosting his poll numbers. As of mid-2026, Mamdani leads the crowded Democratic primary with 28% support, while incumbent Eric Adams trails at 19%. The Guardian and other outlets note that negative press is inadvertently fueling his campaign, turning conventional political wisdom on its head.

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