French Open tennis players say nasal strips aren’t just for snoring Posted June 29, 2025 If more tennis players find themselves breathing easier, it might just be thanks to Carlos Alcaraz. The four-time Grand Slam champion has often worn a nasal strip in matches si…
Blind tennis champion Naqi Rizvi lobbies for sport’s awareness and Paralympic inclusion Posted June 19, 2025 Naqi Rizvi loves the “absolute freedom” he feels on the tennis court. The 34-year-old blind tennis champion is on a mission to not only raise awareness but also elevate the spo…
Remember public phones? The Masters still offers old-school devices as alternative to cellphones Posted May 10, 2025 Attending the Masters for the first time was a new experience for Thomas Abraham, and it wasn't just about the golf. The 16-year-old from Houston had the rare opportunity to use a…
Japan becomes the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after host nations Posted April 19, 2025 Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium on March 20. Second-half goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo ensu…
Shohei Ohtani merchandise is prompting long lines—even in the rain—in Tokyo Posted April 13, 2025 The Los Angeles Dodgers gave Shohei Ohtani an unprecedented $700 million contract hoping to drive interest—and the dollars that come with it—from fans across the …
New York Yankees drop ban on beards, 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner Posted April 7, 2025 The New York Yankees dropped their ban on beards 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner, in a move aimed at improving player recruitment as the team tries to w…
College sports put a twist on team spirit, with signature brews at games and grocers Posted March 24, 2025 Missy Vraney and Kristin Westphal didn't go to Marquette University. Neither did any of their relatives. Yet their family tradition of attending Marquette Golden Eagles basketball…
WWE continues to expand its social media reach with Royal Rumble Posted March 1, 2025 World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) continues to expand its social media reach, as its successful blend of wrestling and celebrities took center stage at its Roya…
Australian Open champion Madison Keys credits therapy with helping her off a tennis court and on Posted February 24, 2025 The first person Madison Keys sent a message to after winning the Australian Open for her first Grand Slam title was her mother. "Because," a smiling Keys said, "of course, you…
NBC Sports enters Madden video game universe with alternate broadcast on Peacock Posted January 25, 2025 NBC Sports made its first foray into doing a National Football League (NFL) alternate broadcast on December 21 when it put the matchup between the Houston Texans …