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fromPinstripe Alley
3 days ago
New York Yankees

Yankees History: A near no-hitter from 1942

Max Fried nearly achieved a no-hitter but was interrupted by a controversial hit that was initially ruled an error.
Historical context shows past near no-hitters can hinge on similar situations where hits are misjudged.
#transgender-athletes
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
SF LGBT

How the War Over Trans Athletes Tore a Volleyball Team Apart

Blaire Fleming, a transgender volleyball player, became a central figure in the gender in sports debate after being outed mid-season.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

As Donald Trump vows to ban transgender athletes in women's sports, San Diego State refutes claim that volleyball player was hit in face

The incident involving a transgender athlete at San Jose State sparked national controversy, intertwined with political discourse on banning transgender athletes from women's sports.
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago
LGBT

What the Left Refused to Understand About Women's Sports

Female athletes view the competition against trans women as unjust, feeling it limits their opportunities for participation and success in sports.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Nevada becomes 5th team to forfeit match against SJSU possibly putting their post-season in jeopardy

The refusal of University of Nevada players to compete against SJSU emphasizes rising tensions over transgender athletes in women's sports.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
SF LGBT

How the War Over Trans Athletes Tore a Volleyball Team Apart

Blaire Fleming, a transgender volleyball player, became a central figure in the gender in sports debate after being outed mid-season.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

As Donald Trump vows to ban transgender athletes in women's sports, San Diego State refutes claim that volleyball player was hit in face

The incident involving a transgender athlete at San Jose State sparked national controversy, intertwined with political discourse on banning transgender athletes from women's sports.
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago
LGBT

What the Left Refused to Understand About Women's Sports

Female athletes view the competition against trans women as unjust, feeling it limits their opportunities for participation and success in sports.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Nevada becomes 5th team to forfeit match against SJSU possibly putting their post-season in jeopardy

The refusal of University of Nevada players to compete against SJSU emphasizes rising tensions over transgender athletes in women's sports.
more#transgender-athletes
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
San Francisco Giants

Ex-SF Giants fan favorite apologizes for 'classless' post, then deletes apology

J.T. Snow faced backlash for a hasty social media post about a player's injury during a Giants game.
#tennis
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Serena Williams says she'd have gotten 20 years' if caught like Jannik Sinner

Serena Williams emphasizes a disparity in drug testing penalties between genders in tennis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

Harriet Dart apologises for requesting that opponent wear deodorant'

Harriet Dart apologized after a controversy at the Rouen Open, where she asked her opponent to wear deodorant during their match.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Paris food

Deodorant controversy engulfs tennis match as Harriet Dart mocks Lois Boisson for 'smelling really bad'

The Rouen Open featured a controversy when Harriet Dart asked the umpire to tell Lois Boisson to wear deodorant.
Boisson playful response to the comments turned viral after Dart's apology for her remarks.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Serena Williams says she'd have gotten 20 years' if caught like Jannik Sinner

Serena Williams emphasizes a disparity in drug testing penalties between genders in tennis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

Harriet Dart apologises for requesting that opponent wear deodorant'

Harriet Dart apologized after a controversy at the Rouen Open, where she asked her opponent to wear deodorant during their match.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Paris food

Deodorant controversy engulfs tennis match as Harriet Dart mocks Lois Boisson for 'smelling really bad'

The Rouen Open featured a controversy when Harriet Dart asked the umpire to tell Lois Boisson to wear deodorant.
Boisson playful response to the comments turned viral after Dart's apology for her remarks.
more#tennis
Major League Baseball
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred makes his stance clear on controversial torpedo bats

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred supports the use of torpedo bats, claiming they invigorate interest in baseball amidst declining ratings.
#lgbtq-issues
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
LGBT

I don't care if I lose friends, I'm standing up for women-only sports

Meghan McCain discusses her controversial stance on trans athletes, sparked by a public disagreement with Andy Cohen over supporting a trans athlete incident.
fromAdvocate.com
5 months ago
LGBT

The controversy over a trans woman volleyball player at San Jose State, explained

The legal battle surrounding a transgender athlete at San Jose State highlights ongoing conflicts in sports regarding inclusion and the rights of transgender individuals.
LGBT
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

I don't care if I lose friends, I'm standing up for women-only sports

Meghan McCain discusses her controversial stance on trans athletes, sparked by a public disagreement with Andy Cohen over supporting a trans athlete incident.
fromAdvocate.com
5 months ago
LGBT

The controversy over a trans woman volleyball player at San Jose State, explained

The legal battle surrounding a transgender athlete at San Jose State highlights ongoing conflicts in sports regarding inclusion and the rights of transgender individuals.
more#lgbtq-issues
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
New York Yankees

Jazz Chisholm feuds with Dave Portnoy and 'idiots' in torpedo bat war

Jazz Chisholm Jr. defends the Yankees' torpedo bats against cheating accusations, emphasizing they comply with MLB regulations.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Liverpool FC

Limerick hurler Kyle Hayes should be at career peak, but his greatest challenges are off the pitch

Kyle Hayes struggles with legal troubles overshadowing his sports career.
fromcyclingnews.com
1 month ago
UK news

Who is the actual Danish time trial champion? UCI deliberation means Skjelmose wears champion's kit despite Price-Pejtersen being declared winner by federation

Price-Pejtersen's reinstatement as Danish time trial champion remains unresolved as the UCI reviews the case and riders continue under the original disqualification status.
#football
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

We've had enough': anger threatens Zambian football after election controversy

Zambia's 2012 Africa Cup of Nations victory is overshadowed by current leadership issues within the Football Association of Zambia.
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago
Liverpool FC

Blackburn's Beck 'has bite mark' after Osmajic clash

Preston North End's Milutin Osmajic may face a serious ban for allegedly biting Blackburn Rovers' Owen Beck during a heated derby match.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
Liverpool FC

MLS keeper wants Scotland chance - Monday's gossip

Chris Brady aims for a potential international call-up by Scotland coach Steve Clarke, emphasizing his commitment to football.
fromESPN.com
7 months ago
FC Barcelona

Madrid's Rodrygo 'upset' by Ballon d'Or snub

Rodrygo is disappointed for not being included in Ballon d'Or shortlist despite key contributions to Real Madrid's successes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

We've had enough': anger threatens Zambian football after election controversy

Zambia's 2012 Africa Cup of Nations victory is overshadowed by current leadership issues within the Football Association of Zambia.
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago
Liverpool FC

Blackburn's Beck 'has bite mark' after Osmajic clash

Preston North End's Milutin Osmajic may face a serious ban for allegedly biting Blackburn Rovers' Owen Beck during a heated derby match.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
Liverpool FC

MLS keeper wants Scotland chance - Monday's gossip

Chris Brady aims for a potential international call-up by Scotland coach Steve Clarke, emphasizing his commitment to football.
fromESPN.com
7 months ago
FC Barcelona

Madrid's Rodrygo 'upset' by Ballon d'Or snub

Rodrygo is disappointed for not being included in Ballon d'Or shortlist despite key contributions to Real Madrid's successes.
more#football
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Taylor Swift Reacts To Boos After She's Shown on Jumbotron At Super Bowl LIX

Taylor Swift faced boos from fans at Super Bowl LIX but took it in stride, laughing off the crowd's reaction.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Indo Daily: Jarlath Burns and Rory Gallagher row - does the GAA have a problem with morals?

Burns' warning underscores the GAA's challenge in handling sensitive allegations and public image.
#olympics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

After the show: what happened next to Olympic gender row boxers?

Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-ting are celebrated heroes in their respective countries despite past controversies regarding gender eligibility in sports competitions.
fromHackernoon
8 months ago
OMG science

Will You Face Superhuman Opponents at the Next Olympics? | HackerNoon

The Olympics ended mired in controversy, particularly regarding gender identity and fairness in sports as exemplified by boxer Imane Khelif's situation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ana Barbosu, Romanian gymnast involved in Olympic bronze medal controversy, commits to Stanford

Ana Barbosu won a contested bronze medal in gymnastics at the 2024 Olympics and will join Stanford's team this fall.
fromBustle
7 months ago
New York City

Jordan Chiles Opened Up About Losing Her Olympic Medal In An Emotional New Interview

Chiles feels her achievements and identity were undermined by the Olympic ruling and the subsequent controversy over her medal.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

After the show: what happened next to Olympic gender row boxers?

Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-ting are celebrated heroes in their respective countries despite past controversies regarding gender eligibility in sports competitions.
fromHackernoon
8 months ago
OMG science

Will You Face Superhuman Opponents at the Next Olympics? | HackerNoon

The Olympics ended mired in controversy, particularly regarding gender identity and fairness in sports as exemplified by boxer Imane Khelif's situation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ana Barbosu, Romanian gymnast involved in Olympic bronze medal controversy, commits to Stanford

Ana Barbosu won a contested bronze medal in gymnastics at the 2024 Olympics and will join Stanford's team this fall.
fromBustle
7 months ago
New York City

Jordan Chiles Opened Up About Losing Her Olympic Medal In An Emotional New Interview

Chiles feels her achievements and identity were undermined by the Olympic ruling and the subsequent controversy over her medal.
more#olympics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chess: jeans-clad Carlsen defies critics to share Blitz with Nepomniachtchi

Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi shared the Blitz title at the World Rapid and Blitz Championships, a first in chess history.
#nfl
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

Mark Gastineau confronts Brett Favre over Michael Strahan sack record: 'You fell down for him'

Brett Favre clarified a misunderstanding surrounding an emotional exchange with Mark Gastineau regarding a controversial play affecting Gastineau's record.
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

NFL fines 49ers' Nick Bosa for wearing 'MAGA' hat, source tells ESPN

Nick Bosa was fined for wearing a political hat during a postgame interview, highlighting NFL's prohibition on personal messages during games.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

Mark Gastineau confronts Brett Favre over Michael Strahan sack record: 'You fell down for him'

Brett Favre clarified a misunderstanding surrounding an emotional exchange with Mark Gastineau regarding a controversial play affecting Gastineau's record.
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

NFL fines 49ers' Nick Bosa for wearing 'MAGA' hat, source tells ESPN

Nick Bosa was fined for wearing a political hat during a postgame interview, highlighting NFL's prohibition on personal messages during games.
more#nfl
fromESPN.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

USWNT's Yohannes blocks out noise vs Netherlands

Lily Yohannes is determined to focus on her performance with the USWNT, moving past any controversy regarding her allegiance choices.
#transgender-issues
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
US news

San Jose State Women's Volleyball Team Finds Itself at Center of Transgender Debate

San Jose State women's volleyball is striving for NCAA tournament qualification but faces refusal from other schools to compete due to a transgender player on the team.
fromESPN.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inside San Jose State's polarizing volleyball season

The debate over transgender athletes in women's sports is fueling significant controversy and emotional responses from female athletes.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The IOC's shameful worship at the altar of trans virtue-signaling will get women killed

Imane Khelif, previously believed to be a woman, is revealed as a biological man, igniting debate on fairness in women's sports.
fromsfist.com
5 months ago
LGBT

Judge Won't Block San Jose State From Conference Volleyball Tournament Over Alleged Transgender Player

San Jose State remains in the Mountain West volleyball tournament despite a lawsuit over alleged transgender participation, sparking national debate on fairness in women's sports.
fromSFGATE
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

3 teams forfeit matches with Bay Area college amid transphobic legal mess

Wyoming forfeited a volleyball match against San Jose State University, marking the third such decision this season amidst controversies over inclusion in women's sports.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
US news

San Jose State Women's Volleyball Team Finds Itself at Center of Transgender Debate

San Jose State women's volleyball is striving for NCAA tournament qualification but faces refusal from other schools to compete due to a transgender player on the team.
fromESPN.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inside San Jose State's polarizing volleyball season

The debate over transgender athletes in women's sports is fueling significant controversy and emotional responses from female athletes.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The IOC's shameful worship at the altar of trans virtue-signaling will get women killed

Imane Khelif, previously believed to be a woman, is revealed as a biological man, igniting debate on fairness in women's sports.
fromsfist.com
5 months ago
LGBT

Judge Won't Block San Jose State From Conference Volleyball Tournament Over Alleged Transgender Player

San Jose State remains in the Mountain West volleyball tournament despite a lawsuit over alleged transgender participation, sparking national debate on fairness in women's sports.
fromSFGATE
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

3 teams forfeit matches with Bay Area college amid transphobic legal mess

Wyoming forfeited a volleyball match against San Jose State University, marking the third such decision this season amidst controversies over inclusion in women's sports.
more#transgender-issues
#formula-1
fromESPN.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Already a commercial success, can F1's Vegas GP deliver more?

The inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix was a massive success, noted for its exciting race and financial gains.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Cars

Max Verstappen tells McLaren to stop complaining' after Norris penalty

Verstappen accuses McLaren of excessive complaining about his defensive driving tactics following US Grand Prix controversy.
fromESPN.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Already a commercial success, can F1's Vegas GP deliver more?

The inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix was a massive success, noted for its exciting race and financial gains.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Cars

Max Verstappen tells McLaren to stop complaining' after Norris penalty

Verstappen accuses McLaren of excessive complaining about his defensive driving tactics following US Grand Prix controversy.
more#formula-1
#boxing
fromESPN.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Paul embraces 'ultimate heel' role against Tyson

Jake Paul embraces his role as a villain in boxing, confident despite being the underdog in his upcoming fight against Mike Tyson.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago
New York City

Mayweather dominates Gotti again in Mexico City exhibition boxing rematch

Mayweather decisively defeated Gotti in an unexciting exhibition fight, with referee issues and Gotti's weak performance disappointing the audience.
Miscellaneous
fromESPN.com
5 months ago

Paul embraces 'ultimate heel' role against Tyson

Jake Paul embraces his role as a villain in boxing, confident despite being the underdog in his upcoming fight against Mike Tyson.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago
New York City

Mayweather dominates Gotti again in Mexico City exhibition boxing rematch

Mayweather decisively defeated Gotti in an unexciting exhibition fight, with referee issues and Gotti's weak performance disappointing the audience.
more#boxing
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Joe Marler calls for haka to be binned before England v All Blacks Test

Joe Marler controversially suggested that the pre-match haka should be scrapped, stating it loses value without a team response.
Boston Celtics
fromBleacher Report
6 months ago

Celtics' Joe Mazzulla Wants to 'Bring Back Fighting' as Part of Dream NBA Rule Change

Joe Mazzulla believes the NBA is missing an aspect of intensity and wants to bring back fighting.
He expresses his views on camaraderie in the NBA, suggesting it's not as intense as it could be.
fromSoccer News
7 months ago
Manchester City

Guardiola: Critics want Man City wiped off the face of the Earth - Soccer News

Critics of Manchester City desire severe repercussions amidst ongoing charges, indicating a broader animosity towards the club.
#deion-sanders
fromESPN.com
8 months ago
Left-wing politics

Colorado bans reporter from questioning Sanders

Colorado has indefinitely banned columnist Sean Keeler from questioning Coach Deion Sanders due to sustained personal attacks.
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 months ago
Left-wing politics

Deion Sanders and Colorado Athletic Department Call Fight Song Allegation Completely False'

Deion Sanders refutes claims about telling the band not to play Colorado's fight song, asserting it as a false allegation.
fromESPN.com
8 months ago
Left-wing politics

Colorado bans reporter from questioning Sanders

Colorado has indefinitely banned columnist Sean Keeler from questioning Coach Deion Sanders due to sustained personal attacks.
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 months ago
Left-wing politics

Deion Sanders and Colorado Athletic Department Call Fight Song Allegation Completely False'

Deion Sanders refutes claims about telling the band not to play Colorado's fight song, asserting it as a false allegation.
more#deion-sanders
fromVulture
7 months ago
Music

Australian Breaker Raygun Gives First Post-Olympics Interview

Rachael Gunn attributes the backlash she faced to public ignorance about the sport of breaking.
fromDefector
8 months ago
LA Kings

How Chennedy Carter Reclaimed Her Superstar Pedigree | Defector

Chennedy Carter overcame controversy to become a leading player in the WNBA, achieving record-breaking performance statistics after a pivotal shift in her playing time.
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