In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John is riding solo again and kicks it off spotlighting Manny Pacquiao’s unexpected return to boxing at age 46, sparking discussion about aging athletes and the physical toll of the sport!
John questions whether Pacquiao can realistically prepare his body for a world-class bout again, noting, “You’re trying to train your body to do things it hasn’t done in years.”
He also dives into a controversy in motorsports involving Team Penske’s use of illegal software in IndyCar races, prompting a conversation about cheating in racing and the quirks of victory lane traditions—like the milk-drinking ritual at the Indy 500.
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The episode also features guest appearances that add depth and variety. Alabama baseball coach Rob Vaughn joins to talk about his team’s momentum heading into the SEC tournament, while J.D. Byars checks in from the Sun Belt baseball championship in Montgomery. The hosts and guests reflect on regional sports and tradition and whether they’d never attend a big boxing event—“unless I’m sitting in the front.”
