In the end, rather than initiate a half-assed effort for 2013, Dodge decided to pull the plug. It was not so much politics, or corporate intrigue, or a disapproving European parent, it was the unavailability of a suitable dancing partner. This is an undeniable blow to NASCAR. Why did Dodge leave NASCAR again? Dodge has already announced that they're looking into a return to NASCAR. Despite designing a Gen-6 car, Dodge stepped away from the sport after Brad Keselowski's 2012 championship.

For decades, players and fans have referred to the ball as a “pigskin,” despite the fact that the ball is not made from the skin of a pig. Why? Today's footballs are made with cowhide. The Wilson Sporting Goods plate in Ada, Ohio, has made the official Super Bowl football for every game. When did they stop making pig skin footballs? Fortunately, blowing up pig bladders fell out of fashion for both pro and recreational football players with the invention of vulcanized rubber in the 1860s.

In response to claims that he and Messi do not get on well on a personal level, Ronaldo commented: "We don't have a relationship outside the world of football, just as we don't with a lot of other players", before adding that in years to come he hopes they can laugh about it together, stating: "We have to look on this ... Do Ronaldo and Messi get along? Messi and Ronaldo have never got into a slanging match or rubbished the other in the press.

Can I wear football boots in rugby and rugby boots in football? The rules state that you can wear football boots for rugby but only if you have the correct studs. If you have screw-in studs you will need to remove and switch studs between playing each sport. What boots can I wear for rugby? Studs/cleats of player's boots must conform with World Rugby Specifications (Regulation 12). Must not be longer than 21 mm.

For folks like us, a beer, and maybe a hot dog, help the innings pass. Turns out we aren't the only ones who rely on the suds to get from pitch to pitch. Players have been known to drink beer during games, too. Did Babe Ruth really drink during games? His tattoo of Babe Ruth was a metaphor for his tempestuous lifestyle. With his Southern California upbringing, the former Yankees star clearly loved beer, broads and baseball.