Reubyn Coutinho

Reubyn Coutinho

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Reubyn Coutinho is the Head of Fact-Checking Initiatives and Content Quality Lead at EssentiallySports, where he oversees editorial quality across multiple sports verticals. A Communication graduate, he’s spent over five years shaping the site’s evolution from a niche sports blog into an all-in-one news platform, mentoring more than 110 journalists, introducing data-driven article improvements, and developing editorial guidelines for global audiences. Across his career at ES, Reubyn has worked as a writer, editor, and senior editor, covering everything from UFC, WWE, and boxing to F1, NFL, NBA, and tennis. His bylines include exclusive interviews with former UFC champions Demetrious Johnson and Miesha Tate, as well as combat sports stars Marcus Almeida and Sage Northcutt. Known for his meticulous eye, he regularly resolves headline debates, revisits trending pieces using live analytics, and sets the standard for high-quality sports reporting. Outside of sports media, Reubyn is an active film critic, contributing reviews and festival coverage to Netflix Junkie, where he’s covered events such as MAMI, Venice, and NYAFF. Whether he’s breaking down a championship fight or a Hitchcock classic, his work comes with deep research with a pure love for sport.

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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 BjÃ¶rn Borg’s Obscure Side After His Gigantic Wimbledon Win Over Pete Sampras

One of Roger Federer's early conversations with his Idol BjÃ¶rn 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?