Mixed Martial Arts Fighter Kimbo Slice Dies At 42
Slice parlayed videos of his street fights into a career as an MMA fighter. He reportedly died Monday at a Florida hospital of as-yet-undisclosed causes.
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Novak Djokovic Completes Career Grand Slam, Wins French Open
Renee Montagne talks to Courtney Nguyen, senior writer with WTA Insider, about Djokovic's win at the French Open. He became the first male player to win the sport's Grand Slam in almost 50 years.
Remembering Ali: Author Davis Miller Shares Story About "The Champ"
He was "The Champ," the "Greatest of All Time." And now, he's gone. As the world mourns the death of Muhammad Ali, we have our own remembrance from the archives.
Muhammed Ali Vs. Sonny Liston: The 'Worst Mess In History Of Sports'
In remembrance of Muhammed Ali, NPR looks back at Robert Siegel's conversation with filmmaker Gary Robinov, director of Raising Ali, about the 50th anniversary of the heavyweight boxing match between Ali and Sonny Liston in Lewiston, Maine. This story originally aired on May 22, 2015, on All Things Considered.
A Defiant Muhammad Ali Was Cherished By Black Men
Muhammad Ali is being remembered as a great athlete and humanitarian. Black Americans — especially men — are fond of another Ali: the one who spoke truth to power, even at tremendous personal cost.
Muhammad Ali: A Poet In And Out Of The Ring
"The Louisville Lip" was famously as fast with his words as with his fists — years before the birth of hip hop, he was a battle rapper flipping similes and metaphors in a language all his own.
Sweeping Changes In Store For Curling After 'Broomgate'
There's a controversy in the world of curling. New broom technology is changing the way the game is played — making it too easy, players like Brad Gushue say. So, researchers tried to find a solution.
Novak Djokovic Wins French Open, Completes Career Grand Slam
After dropping the first set to Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic the world's no. 1 player took control over the match to win the next three sets.
Breaking Down Muhammad Ali's Legacy Across Generations
Muhammad Ali described himself as black, confident and cocky. NPR's Rachel Martin and Jelani Cobb of The New Yorker discuss Muhammad Ali's legacy.
Remembering Muhammad Ali; NBA Finals Update
The sports world is mourning the loss of Muhammad Ali. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks about Ali's achievements with Mike Pesca, host of Slate's The Gist podcast. They also look ahead to the NBA finals.