Latvian Judo Champ I AM THE LAW!!!

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The Olympics is a pretty safe place to be, but in case there's no security around when something bad goes down ... there's a Latvian judo champ wandering the streets ready to spring into action.

Our guy in London met Gasan Eldarov, a weightlifter/fitness model/trainer/judo star from Latvia ... who told us that if he saw a crime being committed, he'd handle things himself.

Gasan explained, "I just break the neck, ya know? No problems."

One small problem ... we can't find any mention of Gasan on any Olympic website.

Maybe we'll need security after all.

Ryan Lochte vs. Michael Phelps Who'd You Rather?

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U.S. Olympic swimmers Ryan Lochte and Michael Phelps are teammates and rivals at the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

Question is ...

Kobe Bryant Olympic Training ... NIGHTCLUB Style!!

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Kobe Bryant was spotted chatting up two hotties in Spain right before the London Games started ... reminding us there are so many ways to gain Olympic glory.

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David Beckham Cruises Into Olympics Opening Ceremonies

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As if he couldn't get any hotter, soccer stud David Beckham just cruised into the Olympic Opening Ceremonies in London on Friday ... driving a speed boat with the Olympic Torch on board.

No one can light up a room an Olympic Stadium like Beckham.

Kobe Bryant DOUBLE-TEAMED in Spanish Nightclub

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Pictured: Kobe Bryant at a nightclub in Barcelona on Wednesday with two hot chicks.

Not Pictured: Vanessa

Pictured: Everyone had their clothes on.

More details? Yes.

A source close to the Black Mamba who was inside the club tells us, "Kobe was at a social event with some of the other members of the USA basketball team. Two women sat down, asked for an autograph and left. He didn’t know them."

The source adds, "After signing the autograph, he left that table to join friends at another table.”

Go USA.

Usain Bolt Stretching His Olympic Muscles

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Being the fastest man in the world requires Usain Bolt to undergo a vigorous stretching regimen for the Olympics.

During a practice session in London on Thursday, the 25-year-old Jamaican three-time Olympic gold medalist got all the kinks worked out by being pulled, prodded and manhandled by trainers.

Usain is favored to once again win the gold medal in the 100 meter dash, which is scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 5th.

Tom Brady Throws Himself Off a Cliff [PHOTOS]

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Tom Brady loves to put the future of the New England Patriots in jeopardy -- because last week, he partook in some extremely risky behavior for an NFL quarterback ... jumping off a MASSIVE waterfall in Costa Rica.

It all went down in Montezuma July 16 -- Tom, Gisele, and some buddies went swimming ... and subsequently decided to tempt fate by throwing themselves off a giant rock face.

Thankfully for Pats fans, Brady wasn't injured -- but we're guessing his coaches won't be pleased by the photographs.

Meanwhile, Eli Manning was probably taking a cute little nap.

Tito Ortiz Forrest Griffin Is a TERRIBLE Role Model

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Tito Ortiz is coming out swinging against the guy that beat him into retirement -- telling TMZ, Forrest Griffin's use of testosterone before the fight sets a terrible example for kids ... and UFC fans in general.

In case you didn't know, Forrest underwent a controversial treatment before his July 7th bout against Tito Ortiz -- the final fight of Tito's 15-year career with UFC.

The treatment's called TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) and it's commonly been used by older MMA fighters, like Dan Henderson and Chael Sonnen. The treatment's said to boost testosterone levels in older fighters to that of a fighter in his 20s.

Proponents say the treatment levels the playing field among young and old fighters alike -- but Tito disagrees ... ripping Forrest for using TRT, saying, "I don't think it was a good thing to show our kids."

Tito added, "Setting a good example is doing the right thing. And that's being drug-free."

Now the big question, will Tito seek a rematch??? Watch the video to find out.

Colt Brennan Ex-College Football Star Popped for DUI

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Colt Brennan -- a 2007 Heisman Trophy finalist -- was arrested for DUI in Hawaii this morning ... and cops say drugs were involved.

The former University of Hawaii star quarterback -- who later spent a couple of disappointing years in the NFL -- was arrested at 11:50 PM Wednesday.

According to HawaiiNewsNow.com, the 28-year-old was busted for suspicion of drunken driving and promotion of a dangerous drug in the third degree -- aka drug possession.

It is unclear what kind of drug Colt is accused of possessing.

Story developing ...

Cal Ripken Jr.'s Mom Cops Release Photo of Abduction Suspect

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Maryland police have released a photo of the man suspected of abducting Cal Ripken Jr.'s mother at gunpoint this week -- and they're offering a $2,000 reward to people who can help find him.

The man is described as a white male, approximately 5’10” tall, 180 lbs, short brown hair and glasses.

As we previously reported, Cal's mom Vi Ripken was abducted from her Aberdeen home Tuesday morning ... after cops say the suspect pulled out a handgun and forced her into her car.

Vi was finally located yesterday. She appeared unharmed.

According to law enforcement, the suspect drove around in Mrs. Ripken's Lincoln all day with her in the back seat. He allegedly took her credit cards and used them, but it appears to have been a random attack on an older woman. It doesn't appear as though he knew who Vi Ripken was.

Jerry Sandusky Alleged Voicemails to Victim ... 'I Love You'

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Voicemails allegedly left by Jerry Sandusky on the phone of one of his child sex victims have just been released -- and they're creepy as hell.

Lawyers for the alleged victim released the voicemails today -- and announced plans to sue Penn State University for failing to stop Sandusky's abuse.

The alleged victim has not been identified, but his lawyers claim he "suffered extensive sexual abuse over many years both before and after the 2001 incident Michael McQueary witnessed" in a Penn State locker room shower

The voicemails were left in September 2011, and the attorneys think Sandusky began to suspect his arrest for child abuse was inevitable.

On one of the recordings, the man identified as Sandusky says, "I am probably not going to be able to get a hold of anybody ... Probably ought to just go forward ... I would be very firm and express my feelings upfront."

The attorneys say they think Sandusky was trying to coach the alleged victim on what to say to police.

The voicemail continues, "But there is nothing really to hide so. Um. If you want, give me a call ... I love you."

Calls to PSU for comment were not immediately returned.

Rampage Jackson Eats Like a Fatty

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He's a world class athlete ... he trains every single day ... so Rampage Jackson decided to treat himself this weekend ... by chowing down like a fat kid at the Orange County Fair.

The former UFC heavyweight champ was seen carrying a block full of deep fried curly fries and a burger this weekend ... because he felt like it.

Rampage has plenty of time to work it off ... his next fight isn't until October.

Fun Fact -- The OC Fair is famous for deep frying ANYTHING ... including butter, brownies, kool-aid, bacon, cheesecake, oreos ... you get the picture.

Regis Philbin 'Broke My Heart' to See Paterno Statue Removed

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Regis Philbin wasn't among the college football fans who were THRILLED to see Penn State take down the iconic Joe Paterno statue ... in fact, Reg tells us, "It broke my heart to see that."

Reg -- an avid Notre Dame-aholic -- was out in NYC yesterday where he told us he actually felt bad for the people in Happy Valley.

"I think the Penn State sanctions were overdone ... really excessive in so many ways."

Regis says the NCAA punishment "hurt a lot of people who had nothing to do with this whole thing."

Of course Reg didn't just bitch about the problems ... he also offered some solutions.

Check out the clip ...

Junior Seau Death House for Sale

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The San Diego house in which NFL legend Junior Seau killed himself has been put up for sale.

The 2,200 sq. ft. beachfront property was listed yesterday for $2.3 million. It has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.

The realtor tells TMZ, he plans to sell the house before the end of summer -- and WILL be informing prospective buyers about the famous suicide that took place inside the home on May 3rd.

Seau originally purchased the place back in 2005 for a little over $3 million. It's unclear who's currently living in the home, if anyone.

Cal Ripken's Mother Abducted at Gunpoint

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Cal Ripken Jr.'s mother was abducted from her Maryland home Tuesday morning ... after cops say the suspect pulled out a handgun and forced her into her car.

Cal's mom -- Vi Ripken -- was finally located early this morning ... and officials say she appeared unharmed.

It's unclear why the gunman chose to abduct Ripken ... or if he took anything from her.

The FBI is now on the case helping cops hunt for the suspect -- who's been described as a: white male, late 30s to early 40s, last seen wearing a colored shirt, camo pants and eye glasses.

Officials say Vi Ripken is now "resting with family members."