Finals Umpire Reveals Secret: 'I Actually Flip a Coin for Close Calls!'

In a shocking TikTok video that's gone more viral than a cat playing the piano, the finals umpire, known only as "Referee Rick," has spilled the tea on his decision-making process. "When it's too close to call, I just flip a coin," he said, while juggling three flaming batons and riding a unicycle.

The video, complete with a #UmpireLife hashtag, has sparked a flurry of memes, with fans photoshopping Referee Rick into everything from medieval knight tournaments to intergalactic space battles. Who knew flipping a coin could be so universally relatable?

Meanwhile, tech enthusiasts are buzzing about the potential for blockchain technology to revolutionize the way we make calls in sports. "Imagine if every close call was a smart contract, automatically executed by an AI-powered coin flip!" tweeted one excited fan, who also believes that pineapple on pizza is a culinary masterpiece.

As the debate rages on, some players have taken to social media to share their own bizarre methods for making tough decisions. Star forward, "Lightning Larry," revealed he uses a magic 8-ball to choose his next move, claiming it's never led him astray. "It’s all about trusting the universe, man," he posted, alongside a picture of him hugging a giant inflatable 8-ball.

While the sports world grapples with this new revelation, one thing is clear: the finals will never be the same again. Will other referees follow Referee Rick's lead, or will they stick to the tried-and-true method of using their best judgment? Only time (and a few more coin flips) will tell.

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