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American Heckler Shows Up Pro Golfers At Ryder Cup
Fan participation is not usually a good thing at pro sports events. In fact, severe heckling can get you kicked out of a place like the Ryder Cup. But one golf fan got to live the heckler's dream.
Chicago Fans Infected With Playoff Fever As Cubs Enter Postseason
Chicago Cubs fans are both wary and excited as their team heads into baseball playoffs next week with the best record in the major leagues. The Cubs haven't been to the World Series since 1945 and haven't won since 1908.
Obama Hosts U.S. Olympics Team At White House
President Obama hosted this year's U.S. Olympics team at the White House Thursday afternoon. He also saluted some former Olympians who didn't get the recognition they deserved after their own games.
Supreme Court Takes Up Case That Could Affect Redskins Trademark
The court decided to review a lower court decision that found the government could not deny trademarks because of an offensive name.
How Carli Lloyd Became A Soccer Star 'When Nobody Was Watching'
Lloyd's journey to success was long and hard-fought. In her new memoir, she describes how she nearly quit playing soccer and reveals painful details about her strained relationship with her parents.
Nearly 7 Decades Later, Vin Scully's Long Broadcast Will Soon Come To A Close
On Sunday, a legendary voice in baseball will be retiring. And when he does, Vin Scully, who has done the play-by-play for Dodgers games for 67 years, will leave behind several generations of fans.
'Deflategate' As Seen Through The Prism Of Broadway's 'Hamilton'
What do NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, deflated footballs, QB Tom Brady and a hit Broadway musical have in common? Commentator Pablo Torre, a senior writer with ESPN The Magazine, has the answer.
From Humble Roots, Arnold Palmer Changed How People Viewed His Sport
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Michael Bamberger, a senior writer at Sports Illustrated, about the legacy of Arnold Palmer. He died Sunday at age 87.
How Arnold Palmer Hit A Hole-In-One With His Signature Drink
As we mourn the golf great, we acknowledge another contribution he made to our culture: the tasty and refreshing iced tea and lemonade beverage that carries his name.