In the world of sports, nothing is quite as exciting as a halftime surprise. It’s a moment where anything can happen, and the crowd is always on the edge of their seats. In this week’s episode of Effectively Wild, Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley break down some of the biggest halftime surprises in sports history.
The Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show
One of the most iconic halftime surprises of all time came during Super Bowl XXXVIII, when Justin Timberlake famously ripped off Janet Jackson’s top, exposing her breast to the world. The incident caused a major uproar, and the FCC fined CBS $550,000.
The 2015 Women’s World Cup final
In the 2015 Women’s World Cup final, the United States was facing off against Japan. The game was tied 2-2 at halftime, and the crowd was starting to get restless. But then, in the second half, the US team came out firing and scored three goals in quick succession. The crowd went wild, and the US team went on to win the World Cup.
The 2016 NBA Finals
In the 2016 NBA Finals, the Cleveland Cavaliers were trailing the Golden State Warriors 3-1. But then, in Game 5, the Cavaliers came out with a new game plan and stunned the Warriors with a 112-97 victory. The crowd was electric, and the Cavaliers went on to win the NBA championship in seven games.
These are just a few of the biggest halftime surprises in sports history. They’re moments that will always be remembered by fans, and they’re a reminder that anything can happen in the world of sports.
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