Season 8 of Two Gems and a Mic is officially here! Tinesha “The Diva” Mahomes and Linda “LD” Dorsey open Episode 1 by celebrating Team USA’s FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup championship. First we head to the U.S. Open. Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton did not bring home the championship trophies, but both gave American tennis fans plenty to celebrate. Coco reached another Grand Slam semifinal, while Shelton became the first Black American man to reach the U.S. Open men’s singles final since Arthur Ashe in 1972. Next, the American women overcame an early challenge from France to win 97–79 and capture their fifth consecutive World Cup title. Breanna Stewart delivered when her team needed her most, finishing with 22 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists. Stewie is not just that girl—she is HER  Then it is time for football! The NFL delivered plenty of excitement, surprises and disappointment. We cannot cover every game, but we are sharing some of the weekend’s biggest highlights, lowlights and early reactions. We also discuss the college football showdown between Texas and No. 1 Ohio State. Texas entered the fourth quarter trailing 23–3 before completing an incredible comeback and winning 24–23. Join the Gems for basketball, tennis and football talk—with plenty of honest opinions along the way. Let us know in the comments: 🏀 Was Breanna Stewart the clear MVP? 🎾 What impressed you most about Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton? 🏈 Which NFL team surprised or disappointed you? 🏟️ Did Texas win the game—or did Ohio State give it away? Please like, comment, share and subscribe to Two Gems and a Mic. Please be kind, be blessed—it’s free. Peace.