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Bayern Munich
fromBavarian Football Works
2 hours ago

Tournament be damned, tennis star on board for Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid

Alexander Zverev, ATP Tennis World No. 3, prioritizes attending Bayern Munich's Champions League match against Real Madrid despite his tennis commitments.
#sports
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Readers reply: American football takes for ever. In which other sports do you spend most of your time not playing the game?

Many sports involve significantly more downtime than actual gameplay, with activities like golf and sailing exemplifying this phenomenon.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Readers reply: American football takes for ever. In which other sports do you spend most of your time not playing the game?

Many sports involve significantly more downtime than actual gameplay, with activities like golf and sailing exemplifying this phenomenon.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

The Power of Negative Thinking for Athletic Performance

Imagery focused on negative possibilities can enhance performance and emotional regulation in challenging situations.
Agriculture
fromiRunFar
1 hour ago

Ultrarunning Culture

Ultrarunning is growing rapidly, requiring active cultivation and focus amidst increasing commercialization and competition among brands.
Women
fromwww.dw.com
23 hours ago

The German who recovered from a stroke to seal Olympic first

Kathrin Marchand, a para-athlete, returned to rowing after a stroke, embracing her new reality and competing at an elite level again.
fromwww.bbc.com
19 hours ago

Football refs need cardiac training, says coroner

Assistant coroner Valerie Charbit insisted that training to recognize sudden cardiac arrest should be compulsory for all members, including grassroots coaches and referees, stating, 'The responsibility for first aid lies with all ages within society.'
Public health
#rory-mcilroy
Toronto
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Answering some big questions for the rest of the golf season

Rory McIlroy won the 90th Masters, marking his second consecutive victory and raising questions about his future performance in major tournaments.
fromIndependent
2 days ago
LA Kings

Conor McKeon: After a decade and a half of misery and distress at Augusta National - this is Rory McIlroy's place now

Toronto
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Answering some big questions for the rest of the golf season

Rory McIlroy won the 90th Masters, marking his second consecutive victory and raising questions about his future performance in major tournaments.
fromIndependent
2 days ago
LA Kings

Conor McKeon: After a decade and a half of misery and distress at Augusta National - this is Rory McIlroy's place now

#womens-world-cup
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Hemp leads England past Spain to boost Women's World Cup qualifying hopes

England's victory over Spain boosts their chances for automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

England v Spain: Women's World Cup 2027 qualifying live

Keira Walsh makes her 100th England appearance in a crucial World Cup qualifier against Spain, ranked first in the world.
Exercise
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

After decades of swearing by workout classes, I switched to weightlifting. I never expected to be so impressed by the results.

Transitioning from group fitness to weightlifting can significantly improve strength and fitness levels, especially for those feeling stagnant in their workouts.
#lamine-yamal
Barcelona
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Yamal seeks inspiration from LeBron, Neymar for Champions League comeback

Lamine Yamal idolizes Neymar and LeBron James, seeking inspiration for Barcelona's Champions League comeback against Atletico Madrid.
FC Barcelona
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 day ago

'I am thinking about how he did it' - Yamal drawing inspiration from LeBron James ahead of Atleti showdown

Lamine Yamal draws inspiration from LeBron James as Barcelona aims to overcome a 2-0 deficit against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.
Barcelona
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Yamal seeks inspiration from LeBron, Neymar for Champions League comeback

Lamine Yamal idolizes Neymar and LeBron James, seeking inspiration for Barcelona's Champions League comeback against Atletico Madrid.
FC Barcelona
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 day ago

'I am thinking about how he did it' - Yamal drawing inspiration from LeBron James ahead of Atleti showdown

Lamine Yamal draws inspiration from LeBron James as Barcelona aims to overcome a 2-0 deficit against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.
#neymar
Juventus
fromSoccer News
1 day ago

Neymar has two months to prove World Cup quality, says Ancelotti - Soccer News

Neymar has two months to prove his fitness for the next World Cup selection.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Neymar still has time to make Brazil World Cup squad - Carlo Ancelotti

Neymar has time to recover and potentially play in the FIFA World Cup, according to coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Juventus
fromSoccer News
1 day ago

Neymar has two months to prove World Cup quality, says Ancelotti - Soccer News

Neymar has two months to prove his fitness for the next World Cup selection.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Neymar still has time to make Brazil World Cup squad - Carlo Ancelotti

Neymar has time to recover and potentially play in the FIFA World Cup, according to coach Carlo Ancelotti.
#world-cup
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Why the World Cup should be decentralized | Leander Schaerlaeckens

The World Cup should be divided into multiple locations globally to reduce the influence of authoritarian regimes and improve oversight.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

What to look out for in World Cup play-offs

The World Cup play-offs begin with four European spots available, featuring teams like Wales, Northern Ireland, and Sweden competing for qualification.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Why the World Cup should be decentralized | Leander Schaerlaeckens

The World Cup should be divided into multiple locations globally to reduce the influence of authoritarian regimes and improve oversight.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

What to look out for in World Cup play-offs

The World Cup play-offs begin with four European spots available, featuring teams like Wales, Northern Ireland, and Sweden competing for qualification.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Brentford to host World Sevens as Villa & Man Utd enter

Aston Villa and Manchester United will compete in the Women's World Sevens tournament in May 2025, hosted in England for the first time.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
1 day ago

What Sports are Available in DFS Pick'em Contests? - Bleacher Nation

DFS pick'em platforms offer extensive coverage across various sports, with major leagues like NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL being the most prominent.
MMA
fromCageside Press
3 days ago

Dana White Reveals How Lewis-Hokit Was Made, Says Hok "Walked the Talk"

Josh Hokit emerged as a UFC star after a double-bonus performance at UFC 327, impressing Dana White and securing a fight with Derrick Lewis.
Real Madrid
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
3 days ago

'In training, Xabi Alonso showed me things I could improve. Sometimes mentally, you can feel unstable, but I kept working. Maybe if he had played me more often, I wouldn't be living this happy moment at Lyon' Endrick opens up on tough Real Madrid start

Endrick's loan to Lyon has revitalized his career after limited playtime at Real Madrid.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

I was a world champion athlete as a teenager, but I wasn't allowed to do GCSE PE'

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, emphasizing the importance of inclusive sports and representation for individuals with disabilities.
New York Knicks
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

World Cup host committee names sports superstars as ambassadors for the global event

Eli Manning, Midge Purce, and Josh Hart are named Official World Cup Ambassadors for the FIFA 2026 World Cup in New York/New Jersey.
fromAnOther
5 days ago

Agon, a Strange Trip into the Lives of Athletes

Bertelli describes 'Agon' as a hybrid of documentary, drama, and video game aesthetics, aiming to capture the feeling of scrolling through YouTube with its fast and slow pacing.
Film
Miami Marlins
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Prep sports roundup: Orange Lutheran, Norco reach championship game at Boras Classic

The championship game features No. 2 Orange Lutheran against No. 3 Norco, with the No. 1 high school baseball ranking at stake.
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Student-athletes more likely to attend school than peers, new research finds

"Kids show up to school when they feel connected to adults, peers and are engaged in something meaningful," said Hedy Chang, chief executive of Attendance Works.
US news
Data science
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

The data scientists trying to lift the USMNT to the World Cup

U.S. Soccer's analysts play a crucial role in decision-making and performance evaluation, significantly impacting the team's success.
#world-cup-2026
Women
fromSoccer News
14 hours ago

England 1-0 Spain: Hemp makes Wembley history in World Cup qualifying win - Soccer News

Lauren Hemp's early goal secured a 1-0 victory for England against Spain in Women's World Cup qualifying at Wembley.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

How to Find a Certified Sports Psychiatrist

Athletes increasingly prioritize mental health, necessitating specialized support from sports psychiatrists who understand performance-related psychological pressures.
Running
fromiRunFar
2 days ago

This Week In Running: April 13, 2026

The Gorge Waterfalls weekend featured significant prize money and competitive races, with standout performances in the 100k and 50k events.
fromBleacher Nation
3 days ago

Should I Consider Team Travel Fatigue When Sports Betting? - Bleacher Nation

Travel fatigue refers to the cumulative physical and mental drain that comes from crossing time zones, sleeping in unfamiliar environments, and competing on compressed schedules. It is not just about being tired from a long flight.
Chicago Cubs
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

"Wouldn't want it any other way": These two brothers are funding their Olympic dreams one OF subscription at a time - Queerty

Klass Francisks Rozentals embraces his Olympic dream funded by OF, rejecting criticism and emphasizing the necessity of side hustles for athletes.
#premier-league
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago
English Premier League

How 11 Premier League teams could qualify for Europe

The Premier League could have 11 teams in Europe due to new European Performance Spots and potential outcomes of domestic competitions.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Premier League secures fifth Champions League spot

The Premier League will have at least five teams in the Champions League next season due to strong overall performance in European competitions.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Premier League secures fifth Champions League spot

The Premier League will have at least five teams in the Champions League next season due to strong overall performance in European competitions.
Real Madrid
fromBBC
5 days ago

Football Daily - Euro Leagues: Davide Ancelotti Special - BBC Sounds

Davide Ancelotti shares insights on coaching, his father's influence, and his experiences with Brazil's national team and Botafogo.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

They're gonna make me cry': my weekend at a speed puzzling championship

The competitive aspect of jigsaw puzzling dates back to the 1980s in the US, when Hallmark ran a national competition for several years. In 2022, the volunteer-run USA Jigsaw Puzzle Association partnered with Ravensburger to bring back a national championship.
Education
Juventus
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Auburn, Texas A&M to host Messi, Argentina for World Cup tuneups

Argentina will play two warm-up matches in the U.S. before the 2026 World Cup.
Exercise
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Incontinence problems leave me 'leaking while competing'

Incontinence after childbirth can lead to significant physical and mental challenges, affecting women's fitness and social activities.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

F1's Japanese GP, WSL derbies and international football follow with us

Mercedes and Ferrari excel in adapting to significant changes in Formula One, with strong performances in early races.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Kicked to the kerb' - is boxing failing its heroes?

Terry Spinks' fame masked a tragic decline into alcoholism and brain injury, highlighting the lack of care for retired boxers.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Does running more in a game actually make a difference?

Chelsea's underperformance is not solely due to being outrun, as running data shows mixed results in predicting match outcomes.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
5 days ago

It's Never Too Late to Start Rucking. Here's How.

Rucking is an ancient fitness practice that builds endurance and strength while promoting proper posture and combating sedentary lifestyles.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 day ago

Who are the female coaches to have taken charge of men's football teams?

Union Berlin has made history after appointing Marie-Louise Eta as their new head coach, becoming the first club in Europe's top five leagues to have a female head coach. Eta takes the job on an interim basis until the end of the season, having previously served as the club's assistant and U19 manager.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Football Manager gamer helps team win in real life

Kendrick suggested a formation change to 4-4-2, inspired by his online team and football manager Sean Dyche, leading to a 3-2 victory for KPR.
Liverpool FC
Running
fromRunner's World
2 weeks ago

These 7 Tips from Pro Half-Marathoners Helped Me Run My Strongest Race. Here's What You Can Learn from the Best.

Running a half marathon requires a balance of excitement and caution, with training strategies emphasizing gradual progress and body care.
#womens-six-nations
fromIndependent
2 days ago
Women

'You don't even really think too much about who's on the opposition, let alone if it's your wife'

Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Cardiff stages thriller while Women's Six Nations favourites show strength

Scotland achieved a dramatic comeback win over Wales in a thrilling Women's Six Nations match at the Principality Stadium.
fromIndependent
2 days ago
Women

'You don't even really think too much about who's on the opposition, let alone if it's your wife'

Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Cardiff stages thriller while Women's Six Nations favourites show strength

Scotland achieved a dramatic comeback win over Wales in a thrilling Women's Six Nations match at the Principality Stadium.
Manchester City
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

How assistant managers handle players, personal ambition

Pep Guardiola's Manchester City success relies heavily on contributions from accomplished assistant managers who provide tactical insights and strategic guidance.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

England-Japan water breaks to mimic World Cup conditions

England will implement two water breaks during a friendly against Japan to simulate World Cup conditions for player welfare in extreme heat.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
6 days ago

'We don't really want to be playing in this competition. Sometimes in life you've got to take your medicine' - Ronan O'Gara

Ronan O'Gara aims to disrupt Ulster's Challenge Cup resurgence during La Rochelle's quarter-final match.
Women
fromSoccer News
1 day ago

Wiegman to make late decision on Williamsons fitness ahead of Spain test - Soccer News

Leah Williamson's availability for England's World Cup qualifier against Spain will be decided after a training session.
Exercise
fromElite Traveler
3 weeks ago

The Personal Trainers Trusted by Olympians and Hollywood Stars

Experienced personal trainers help clients achieve fitness goals through individualized training programs that address both physical and mental aspects of performance.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Managing in an international break - and what to do when your star player does not come home

International breaks can be both an opportunity and a challenge for managers, impacting player performance and recovery.
Women
fromDefector
5 days ago

Men's Tennis Is, Once Again, Too Fast | Defector

Men's tennis has faced long-standing criticism for being too fast and serve-dominant, impacting viewer engagement.
Women
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
6 days ago

Who is Keira Barry? The latest name to be called up to the Lionesses

Keira Barry has been called up to the England squad for the first time ahead of World Cup qualifiers.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Stanford's flurry to force OT not enough in ACC tourney loss to Miami

Courtney Ogden led 13th-seeded Stanford (19-13) with 22 points, including 11 in the fourth quarter when the Cardinal scored the final 11 points to tie the game at 70. But Ra Shaya Kyle had 25 points and 11 rebounds, Amarachi Kimpson scored seven of her 20 points in overtime to lead 12th-seeded Miami to victory.
Miami
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

It's Time to Stop Debating & Start Putting the Bar Down - SnowBrains

I have evolved from someone who didn't think much of the bar except for resting my legs to thinking of it as an obvious life-saving precaution. Dr. Bourne shared several examples from Mammoth in which the bar could have saved lives, including the death of her former ski coach, who fell from a chairlift to his death, most likely from a medical event which may have been treatable.
Snowboarding
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
fromStrength Running
1 month ago

Cross Training and Running: How to Add Other Sports to Your Training - Strength Running

Cross training and running go together like peanut butter and jelly. If you build it into your schedule intentionally, strategically, and with a clear understanding of what you're trying to accomplish, you'll thrive. Megan makes the case that cross-training serves runners for several distinct reasons, and the right reason for you will shape how you approach it.
Running
Science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Winter Olympians rejoice! Pre-exercise sex can BOOST performance

Pre-exercise sexual activity, including masturbation 30 minutes earlier, does not impair and may improve strength and endurance in trained young men.
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
1 month ago

This Olympic skill can boost your job performance

Elite performers manage attention and energy to minimize "thoughtload"—the cognitive, emotional, and energy taxes that undermine performance—thereby improving execution under pressure.
fromElite Traveler
1 month ago

Where to Try the Winter Olympics' Most Unconventional Sports

When Salt Lake City hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics, Deer Valley was at the heart of the action - and in 2034 it will once again take centre stage as the venue for freestyle moguls and aerials. Today, guests at The St. Regis Deer Valley can connect directly to that Olympic legacy through an exclusive partnership with the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation.
Skiing
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Building men's college basketball's version of USA vs. the World

The Texas Tech star (19.6 PPG, 7.5 APG, 44% from beyond the arc) is the son of a German father and recently played for Germany's 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup team. In that event, he averaged 17.3 PPG, leading the nation to a silver medal. He could be an All-American this season and represent Germany once again in the 2028 Olympic Summer Games.
National Basketball Association
San Francisco 49ers
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Where Spectacle Meets Soul: A Month in Global Sport - San Francisco Bay Times

Sport functions both as entertainment spectacle and as a vehicle for revealing human connection, authenticity, and community impact across different athletic contexts.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

19 Athletes In Their First Olympic Games, Last Olympic Games, And Now

ICYMI: The 2026 Winter Olympics are currently underway in Milano Cortina. From the "Quad God" to all the athletes winning gold, there has been a ton of buzz around this year's games. And while we watch history happen, let's take a walk down memory lane and see how fan-favorite Olympians have transformed over the years: 1. To start, Michael Phelps made his first Olympic appearance at the 2000 Summer Games in Sydney, Australia, when he was just 15 years old:
World news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Olympic athletes push their bodies to the limit. Should we?

"We have a golden retriever, and so I walk her three or four miles a day, and I do a weight training class twice a week," says Brown, 62, of Arlington, Va. She knows muscle mass will decline without regular strength training. "We have a fun group with a personal trainer and we call ourselves the Beastie Girls," she says, describing how her group helps her stick with it. She also plays tennis and golf.
US news
National Basketball Association
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Language of basketball: How international NBA players think about the game

Giannis Antetokounmpo overcame early English and basketball-terminology gaps through focused coaching, repeated drills, and cultural adaptation as the NBA became increasingly international.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Seek Daily Improvement Instead of Perfect Performance

Perfectionism creates stress and pressure that degrades performance, and unrealistic expectations from coaches, parents, and peers harm young performers.
Women
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

Girls' Sports Are Getting More Physical

Girls increasingly participate in contact sports like ice hockey, rugby, and football, reversing historical restrictions on physical aggression in women's athletics.
Education
fromScience of Running
8 months ago

Exploring the New Era of Training: Embracing Experimentation

Systematic, thoughtful experimentation with new technologies and methods, balanced against proven traditions, optimizes training and pushes athletic performance boundaries.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

What can players and clubs do about 'AI slop'?

AI-generated content of footballers is proliferating rapidly, creating challenges for players and clubs to protect their image rights and brands in an evolving legal landscape.
fromScience of Running
2 months ago

Fit and Fast: Achieving Robustness in Training

In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, Steve Magness and Jon Marcus discuss the concept of 'fit but flat,' exploring the phenomenon where athletes excel in metabolic fitness but fail to perform competitively due to a lack of neuromuscular coordination. Using examples like middle-distance runner Ingram Brion, the hosts delve into how metabolic training alone can lead to race failures.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Joy of Six: stories of love in sport

The older I get, the more profoundly I appreciate that, when I'm writing about sport, I'm also writing about love. This makes perfect sense given these are mankind's two greatest inventions and the stuff we can least do without, but there's more to it than that: sport and love are both expressions of identity, creativity and devotion, pursued because they are right but also because it's impossible not to.
Running
Soccer (FIFA)
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

The Biggest Reason to Travel This Year? Sports

Sports events are a major driver of global travel, fueling a $680 billion industry and motivating fans to travel internationally for both marquee and local fixtures.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Change the game: How sports can drive social impact

Major 2026 sporting events create opportunities to expand youth sports access through local, affordable, and sustained community-driven programs and corporate partnerships.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

How MLS' USMNTers endure long offseason to stay sharp for World Cup

Max Arfsten trains with hometown friends in Fresno during the offseason to stay fit and prepare for the 2026 World Cup.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Winter Olympics thrills, FA Cup magic and the Six Nations follow with us

A busy sports weekend features FA Cup fourth-round matches, Winter Olympics day eight highlights (Odermatt, British skeleton), and T20 World Cup pressure on England.
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