Thursday, June 22, 2006

Basketball superstar Michael Jordan is ashamed of how far he permitted gambling to take over his life, although he draws the line at being labeled a compulsive gambler. The 42 year old is embarrassed by his addiction to placing bets and admits his weakness rose from a sportsman's desire to always win. Michael Jordan is one of the most popular names in the world, and among the most dominant and gifted athletes ever to play professional sports. He began betting small, might be $100 on a hole or a putt. But as his assurance on the golf course grew, so did the amounts of the bets. Jordan had ample of money and he was a good golfer. Read further...