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Fans to get first look at new Texas Rangers ballpark with guided tours

Globe Life Field will finally open to the public during First Look Tours starting on June 1.

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Fans can finally get an in-person look at the new Globe Life Field in Arlington when the Texas Rangers start their First Look Tours of the ballpark on June 1.

During the tours, fans will be able to tour the brand-new facility for the first time, getting a look at a number of behind-the-scenes aspects of Globe Life Field. Naturally, given the world we currently inhabit, the tours will come with certain restrictions.

The Rangers will be limiting close contact as much as possible by only offering online ticket sales, reducing tour group sizes, and more. All tour staff will wear appropriate personal protective equipment during the tours, and guests and tour staff will be required to practice social distancing. All guests will receive a custom Globe Life Field face covering.

They will also take the temperature of all guests and staff before entry into the ballpark; anyone with a temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit will not be permitted to enter the facility. Guests are encouraged to self-screen for signs or symptoms of the coronavirus before coming to the ballpark. Finally, no bags larger than 8"x4"x2" will be allowed.

“Offering these tours provides an opportunity for our fans to get their 'first look' at the beautiful new Globe Life Field,” said Rangers Executive Vice President, Sports & Entertainment Sean Decker in a statement. “However, the safety and health of everyone is the main consideration. We will be complying with all CDC recommended guidelines and taking extra precautions to aid in the safety of all employees and guests.”

Tour tickets will cost $25 for adults (ages 15-64), $15 for children (ages 4-14), and free for children under 36 inches. Group rates are available by contacting tours@texasrangers.com and 817-533-1833. Five dollars from every tour ticket will be donated to support COVID-19 Relief, and other efforts, through the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation.

Ticket sales are supposed to start Wednesday, May 20, but the site appears to be accepting sales already. Guided tours will be available most days in June and July from 10 am-6 pm; see our event listing for a full list of available dates.

After the tour, fans can also shop at the Texas Rangers Grand Slam Gift Shop, which will open on Friday, May 29. Located off the right center field main concourse of Globe Life Field, the shop will be open from 10 am-6 pm every day. They will be limiting sales to credit cards only for the time being.

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How to catch the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight at AT&T Stadium Arlington

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In his spare time, Jake Paul is also designing menu items for Dog Haus.

YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul had to wait an extra four months for his high-profile match with 58-year-old former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson.

The delay from the original plan for July was caused by Tyson having a medical episode on a plane and needing time to recover from a stomach ulcer.

But now the rescheduled bout is set for November 15 at the $1.2 billion retractable-roof home of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys in Arlington. The state has sanctioned it as a pro fight with some modifications.

Here's a guide for watching the fight:

When is the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight?

It's hard to give an exact time for the main event Friday night, but it could approach 11 pm. The telecast starts at 7 pm Dallas time.

Is the Tyson-Paul fight free on Netflix?

While this isn't the more common, and more expensive, pay-per-view format followed by most major boxing events, it does require a Netflix subscription. Netflix reported more than 280 million subscribers worldwide at the end of the third quarter in 2024.

What are the odds on the Tyson-Paul fight?

Paul is a minus-200 betting favorite, according to BetMGM Sportsbook. That means the payout for a Paul victory would be about half the amount of any bet. The most bet prop is for Tyson to win by KO/TKO or DQ (+275), followed by Tyson to win on points (+1000) and Tyson to win in the first round (+1400).

What's the age difference between the fighters?

It's 31 years. Paul is 27.

When was Tyson's last sanctioned fight?

Tyson retired in 2005 with a record of 50-6, with 44 knockouts, after losing to Kevin McBride. He fought Roy Jones Jr. in an exhibition four years ago. Paul is 10-1 with seven knockouts against mostly undistinguished opponents. His loss was to Tommy Fury, the less-accomplished half-brother of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.

How many rounds are scheduled for the Tyson-Paul fight?

The fight is scheduled for eight two-minute rounds, as opposed to the normal three minutes and 10 or 12 rounds for most pro fights. Tyson and Paul also will use heavier gloves with the idea of decreasing the power of punches. The gloves will be 14 ounces instead of 10. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation has said Tyson's physical condition met the criteria for the fight to proceed.

What are the purses?

According to reports, Paul will make $40 million and Tyson about $20 million. Paul did mention his number at a news conference in August.

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