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Tennis is set for a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ sequel – with no movement behind it

Tennis is set for a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ sequel – with no movement behind it Tennis’ upcoming “Battle of the Sexes” event between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios has sparked controversy, with critics arguing that it may not be a meaningful representation of equality in sports. The event has been criticized for its modified […]

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George Plimpton’s 1966 nonfiction classic ‘Paper Lion’ revealed the bruising truths of Detroit Lions training camp

George Plimpton’s 1966 nonfiction classic ‘Paper Lion’ revealed the bruising truths of Detroit Lions training camp George Plimpton’s 1966 nonfiction classic “Paper Lion” revealed the harsh realities of Detroit Lions training camp, where he went undercover as a rookie quarterback to write about his experience. Plimpton, a writer and Paris Review editor, convinced the team […]

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YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout that’s now over

YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout that’s now over Disney and YouTube have reached an agreement to bring back ESPN and over 20 other Disney-owned channels on YouTube TV, ending a two-week blackout. Google had accused Disney of trying to raise prices for its customers to boost its own Hulu + […]

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Allen Iverson’s 2001 Sixers embodied Philly’s brash, gritty soul − and changed basketball culture forever

Allen Iverson’s 2001 Sixers embodied Philly’s brash, gritty soul − and changed basketball culture forever The Philadelphia 76ers are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their legendary 2001 team, which embodied the city’s brash and gritty soul and changed basketball culture forever. The team will honor the 2001 season through various means, including the return of […]

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YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout

YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout ESPN, ABC, Nat Geo, and over 20 other Disney-owned channels went dark on YouTube TV due to a contract dispute between Google and Disney. Google accuses Disney of trying to raise prices for its customers to boost its own Hulu + Live TV and Fubo […]

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Cleveland Guardians’ pitchers indicted for rigging online bets

Cleveland Guardians’ pitchers indicted for rigging online bets Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on charges of rigging online bets, including wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy. The two pitchers allegedly agreed to throw specific types and speeds of pitches in exchange for bribes and kickback payments, with unnamed […]

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How the explosion of prop betting threatens the integrity of pro sports

How the explosion of prop betting threatens the integrity of pro sports The explosion of prop betting in professional sports threatens the integrity of the games, as individual players can control the outcome of certain bets. The popularity of prop bets has led to a worldwide sports gambling industry that has experienced explosive growth and […]

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Team sports lower blood pressure for people with chronic diseases

Team sports lower blood pressure for people with chronic diseases A new study published in the Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology found that team sports can significantly lower blood pressure for people with high blood pressure and chronic conditions such as COPD and type 2 diabetes. The 12-week training program, which involved twice weekly […]

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Japan’s sumo association turns 100 – but the sport’s rituals have a much older role shaping ideas about the country

Japan’s sumo association turns 100 – but the sport’s rituals have a much older role shaping ideas about the country Sumo wrestling has been a part of Japanese culture for centuries, but its rituals have roots in Shinto practices that date back even further. The sport’s popularity in Japan was initially overshadowed by baseball, which […]

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Baseball returns to a Japanese American detention camp after a historic ball field was restored

Baseball returns to a Japanese American detention camp after a historic ball field was restored Baseball returns to Manzanar Relocation Center, a Japanese American detention camp during WWII, after an 80-year hiatus. The restoration was spearheaded by Dan Kwong, a descendant of a detainee, and features custom 1940s-style uniforms and vintage equipment. The Manzanar Relocation […]

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