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Rafael Nadal lost to Tomas Berdych 6-1, 3-6, 6-2 in the third round of the ‘Rogers’ Cup…

BECKHAM GETS SPANKED

After the news broke about Baby Suri and her crush on Becks, it seems that he’s not only dangerously close to being banned from Athlebrities, but has also been “dropped” from England’s soccer team. Word is that new coach Steve McClaren spanked Becks outta the club, but according to Page Six, Becks is said to be working with his PR peeps to get out the word that it was his decision to leave. “McClaren wants to decelebritize the England team,” a source said. “He wants to get back to basics - the game of football without all the distractions. He’s also making a new rule: no more wives or girlfriends traveling with the team. That’s out.” I don’t know about you guys, but I like the new rules. Props to McClaren for eliminating the competition.

But I wonder if McClaren really said ba-bye to Becks because he came across these old cringe-worthy-oh-no-he-didn’t-GQ-Becks-photos?

I LOVE WHO THEY ARE

Thank god for Reebok. Today marks the debut of its football (soccer) “I Am What I Am” campaign. The front man is sexy Arsenal forward Thierry Henry: “Reebok has tremendous credentials in sport and I am really looking forward to this partnership,” said Henry. “The first time I saw Reebok’s ‘I Am What I Am’ campaign was in an ad featuring Allen Iverson. I thought that ad was brilliant because it showed a whole new side to him that was just so natural. Reebok celebrates individuals for who they really are. I am so excited to show people a whole new side to Thierry Henry. Football is my job and I love it, but there is so much more to my life than just the sport.” Henry’s campaign includes the beast proclaiming “I don’t go anywhere without a good reason” and “See, I did sign for a new team this summer.”

And the sporno doesn’t stop there. Joining Henry, will be smoking hot Chelsea forward Andriy Shevchenko and Real Madrid’s Iker Casillas (r). Shevchenko’s and Casillas’s ads will be revealed on August 14th at an exclusive Rbk event. Check out the treats at www.rbk.com.

SWITCHING GEARS

After Steve Nash cut his hair, I didn’t think he would make the Athlebrity cut anymore, but he’s earned some Mensa points due to his interest in soccer. Nash trained with the MLS Red Bulls Thursday morning in preparation for their game against Barca on Saturday. Nash, who grew up playing soccer, said “I had a blast…it’s a dream come true for me. I’m just a converted soccer player.” Which one is it Nash, you grew up playing soccer and you’re a converted soccer player? Either way, the NBA’s MVP is helping fuel the increased popularity of soccer with his presence. Thanks for the boost Nash, now pa-leeze grow your hair back.

TOUR DE OXNARD

I love me some T.O…. making fun of himself and the fact that the majority of his training camp time has been spent on a stationery bike, T.O. wore a silver cycling helmet, a jersey and sunglasses for the first 15 minutes of practice Thursday. It was the eighth day he’s been on the bike instead of me due to a sore left hamstring. “Tour de Oxnard,” Owens repeatedly said as he began pedaling, smiling the entire time. Later, he called it “my little kickoff for the Tour de T.O. Comeback…I’m just trying to have fun, trying to make the most of pedaling on that bike every day,” said Owens, who missed his 11th straight practice. “It gets boring. So it’s something to get my mind off it.”

How about getting your mind off of food production? On T.O.s website, he is selling bags of “exotic” popcorn for $34. Exotic flavors include Amaretto, Kahlua, Blackberry Brandy, Cotton Candy, Banana, Pina Colada and Jersey Sweat. You can also purchase T.O. wristbands, a No. 81 Cowboys throwback jersey and yes, your own plastic T.O. cups. (Drinking cups that it) Owens’ agent, Drew Rosenhaus, said, “The Cowboys are brilliant when it comes to marketing their brand. Terrell will be able to help himself in that capacity.” True dat Drew, but only when he takes his shirt off.

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