Colts' Taylor Celebrates in London
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor scores two touchdowns and celebrates with a tea-themed gesture during the NFL's London series opener.
The NFL's London series kicked off with the Indianapolis Colts taking on the Washington Commanders at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Jonathan Taylor, the Colts' running back, had a standout game, scoring two touchdowns and celebrating with a unique tea-themed gesture. The Colts won the game 30-13. The NFL has been playing games in London since 2007, and the series has grown in popularity over the years.
The game was played in front of a crowd of 60,907, with ticket prices being slashed to ensure a near-full stadium. The NFL has a significant following in the UK, with 18.6 million fans and 4.5 million considered 'avid' fans. The league has been working to increase its presence in the UK, with plans to play more games in the country in the future.
Advertise with usYour brand hereIn-feed (between news) · Native cardBook this space →Jonathan Taylor's celebrations have been a topic of discussion in the NFL, with some calling it a 'money-grab' and others seeing it as a fun and creative way to celebrate a touchdown. The NFL has not commented on whether Taylor will face any disciplinary action for his celebration.
The Colts' win marked the start of the NFL's London series, which will continue with three more games in the coming weeks. The series has been a success for the NFL, with all 43 games played so far being near-capacity events.
Why it matters
The NFL's London series is a significant event in the sports calendar, and Jonathan Taylor's celebrations have sparked a debate about the role of celebrations in the sport.
What's next
The NFL's London series will continue with three more games in the coming weeks, with the next game scheduled to take place on October 18th.
How the story unfolded
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Yahoo Sports – Colts’ Jonathan Taylor sends clear message to media, NFL about tea celebration in London ↗
BBC News – 'Money-grab' or celebration? NFL kicks off London series ↗
Sky Sports – Taylor stars as Colts cruise past Commanders in NFL's return to London ↗
The Guardian – Jonathan Taylor’s double earns Colts win against Commanders in London ↗
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