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First college women's flag football tournament signals latest step to becoming NCAA sport
Emma Clark grew up in Austin, Texas, surrounded by burnt orange attire and “Hook 'Em Horns” hand gestures, and has seen firsthand how football becomes a fundamental part of one's existence. “In Austin, football is pretty…
Wisden Cricketers' Almanack: The bible of the sport and a collectible that charts societal change
This is an updated version of an article published last year to reflect the fact that the 2026 edition of Wisden is being released on April 16. Wisden Cricketers' Almanack, the world's longest-running sports book, has been published every year…
One of Australia's richest sport stars has future thrown into doubt
The playing futures of superstar Cameron Smith and his all-Australian Ripper GC team are in doubt amid reports the multi-billion-dollar LIV Golf league could be on the verge of collapse. The Financial Times reported that Saudi Arabia's Public…
From The Sports Desk: The $140 million man
A few weeks ago, the Seattle Mariners signed a 20-year-old prospect to a $95 million deal, before he ever played in the majors. Last week, the Pittsburgh Pirates gave Konnor Griffin, a 19-year-old shortstop, a nine-year, $140 million deal, less…
Swansea City news: Vitor Matos welcomes sporting director plan
Vitor Matos says the appointment of a sporting director will be a positive move for Swansea City – and hopes the new recruit will be given time to 'build for the future'. Swansea are hoping to make an appointment soon as they look to fill…
Saudis Now Want Sports to Make Money, Clouding LIV Golf's Future
Saudi Arabia's potential reversal on its costly golfing venture is part of a wider pullback on sports investing, as it looks to prioritize returns, rather than cultural influence. LIV Golf, the upstart league that challenged the supremacy of the…
F1: Do you have to be a millionaire to make it to the top of the sport?
Motor racing is expensive. That's no secret. But just how much money does someone need if they want to make it as a Formula 1 driver? A glance at the current grid provides a contradictory picture. At one extreme is Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll…
Jamie Carragher changes his mind on Arsenal after watching Sporting clash
Jamie Carragher has performed a U-turn on his prediction that Arsenal would win the Champions League, despite the Gunners reaching the semi-finals of the competition. Mikel Arteta's side sealed their place in the last four courtesy of a 1-0…
Arsenal survives tense Sporting stalemate to reach Champions League semis
Arsenal reached the Champions League semifinals after riding its luck in a nervous goalless draw against Sporting Lisbon that clinched a 1-0 aggregate victory on Wednesday. Mikel Arteta's team was well below its best in the quarterfinal second leg…
More Than Half of Men Aged 18 to 49 Have Already Fallen Into Online Sports Betting
Can't-miss innovations from the bleeding edge of science and tech Sports betting has seen a massive surge in popularity since a 2018 Supreme Court decision struck down a federal prohibition on it. Ever since, ads for gambling apps and online…
Sporting star makes 'boring' Arsenal admission after Champions League exit
Sporting captain Morten Hjulmand has described their Champions League quarter-final second leg against Arsenal as 'a bit boring'. The Denmark international also said that the goalless draw was 'low intensity', with 'no rhythm', and that it was not…
Eddie Hearn continues to raid new sport as he signs up Scotland and Lions star
Eddie Hearn has snapped up his second major name in rugby with Finn Russell reportedly signing up to his Matchroom Talent Agency. The Bath and Scotland fly-half is one of the biggest names in the sport and has followed young sensation Henry Pollock…
Combating Doping in Sports: NADA Focuses on Education and Intelligence
NADA is prioritising education and enhanced intelligence gathering to combat the evolving challenges of doping in sports, including the involvement of organised crime. NADA emphasises education as the first line of defence against doping in sports.
Thierry Henry laughs at Man City question after watching Arsenal vs Sporting
Thierry Henry has laughed off suggestions that Arsenal could win against Manchester City with the way they're currently performing. The Gunners travel to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday afternoon in what is lining up to be a Premier League title…
BBC Sport weekly quiz: How much money does the Masters winner get?
So much has happened over the past seven days, including the Masters, the Grand National and hair-raising Premier League red cards. About 6% of quizzers got full marks in last week's edition. Will you make the grade this week? After more quizzes?
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