
Reubyn Coutinho is the Head of Fact-Checking Initiatives and Content Quality Lead at EssentiallySports. A Mass Communication graduate, he analyzes reader metrics and competitive trends to craft and uphold the platform’s editorial standards. Over five years, he has trained and mentored more than 110 journalists, founded the content enhancement team, introduced data-driven article format improvements, and helped steer the outlet’s evolution from a sports blog to a full-fledged news platform. He also developed editorial guidelines for unique content offerings aimed at the American sports fan and set up the editorial feedback loop for newsletter verticals. As a reporter, Reubyn has authored stories across WWE, UFC, F1, Tennis, Boxing, NFL, and NBA. He has had exclusive interviews with former UFC champions Demetrious Johnson and Miesha Tate. Beyond sports media, he is a cinephile and works as a film critic and editor for Netflix Junkie and other entertainment outlets.
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Fact Check: POTUS Donald Trump Demands the Commanders and Guardians to Change Team Name
Did Donald Trump demand a return to the Redskins and Indians names? Was it just a suggestion wrapped in nostalgia and strong opinion?

Fact Check: Bronny James Tells the Lakers He Is Willing to Take a Pay Cut
Did Bronny James really offer to take a pay cut with the Los Angeles Lakers? A viral post sparked buzz—here’s what we found.

Fact Check: No, Daniel Serafini Did Not Confess to Murder During the Lake Tahoe Murder Trial
A social media post claims former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini (51) confessed to murder during his ongoing trial — what’s true and what’s not?

Fact Check-Tim Kennedy’s Claim of First Responders Conducting Rescue Operations in Texas
Did Tim Kennedy accurately depict first responders’ role during the Texas floods? We examine the facts behind his viral social media posts.

Here’s Who All Canelo Alvarez Has Been in a Relationship With: Past Girlfriends
Canelo Alvarez has quite a lengthy relationship history. Here is all about his past girlfriends and partners.

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev: Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction
Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev's Australian Open semifinal will see both men looking to go one step further than they did in 2024.

Shocking Paris Olympics Controversy Has Jordan Burroughs Laying Down Fairer Rules for Wrestlers
Jordan Burroughs came up with a few points to bring major alterations to the Olympics wrestling program after the Vinesh Phogat controversy.

Paris Olympics Final: Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz; Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction
Carlos Alcaraz will play Novak Djokovic with both men seeking their first Olympic gold medal. Here's a look at who has the advantage.

WATCH: Heartbreak for Rafael Nadal’s Teammate as Olympics Fate Leaves Her Shattered
The other side of sport comes to the fore at the Paris Olympics with Rafael Nadal's Spanish tennis teammate breaking down after crashing out.

Roger Federer Discloses Childhood Hero Björn Borg’s Obscure Side After His Gigantic Wimbledon Win Over Pete Sampras
One of Roger Federer's early conversations with his Idol Björn Borg showcased the Swede's protectiveness and Federer's mindset.

‘Federer: Twelve Final Days’ Review: Emotionally Gripping Narrative Strictly for Roger Fans
Federer: Twelve Final Days takes audiences on an emotional kaleidoscope showcasing the final 12 days in the career of Roger Federer.

French Open (2024): Rafael Nadal vs Alexander Zverev: Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction
Rafael Nadal will open his French Open campaign against Alexander Zverev. Can the aging sentimental favorite overcome the Rome champion?
