Tennis Executive Apologizes After 'Lady Player' Comments Spark Anger
Indian Wells CEO Raymond Moore says his comments about female tennis players were in "poor taste and erroneous." Among those displeased: Serena Williams.
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DraftKings, FanDuel Will Shut Down Paid Contests In New York — For Now
The websites will stop accepting money bets ahead of an appellate hearing this fall. The deal comes as the companies are lobbying state lawmakers to pass legislation that would legalize the industry.
After Surviving Aegean Sea, Syrian Swimmer Hopes For Spot In Olympics
Yusra Mardini struggled to keep up her training in war-torn Damascus. Then swimming became a matter of life-or-death during her perilous crossing to Greece. Now the refugee hopes to qualify for Rio.
New England Patriot Nate Ebner Turns Olympic Rugby Team Hopeful
It's hard making it as a professional athlete in any sport, but how about two? Nate Ebner is taking a break from the NFL to try and make the U.S. rugby sevens team for this year's Olympic games.
Sports Chatter: Let The 'Madness' Begin
It's time for the NCAA basketball playoffs, and they've earned their name, providing some genuine surprises. NPR sports correspondent Tom Goldman stops by to tell us what's worth our watch.
Yale Notches Historic Upset Win Over Baylor, Sparking A Great Soundbite
After notching its first-ever win at the Big Dance, Yale will face Duke in the second round. At the post-game news conference, a question about rebounding created a memorable moment.
For Sports Bettors, The Thrill Isn't All In The Money
Research shows that bettors are drawn to certain games not because of financial motives but because they get enjoyment out of them.
FIFA Says It Was Victim To Its Leaders, Asks For Millions In Restitution
The top soccer organization argues that a group of leaders facing trial in the U.S. has cost it millions in financial losses and damage to its reputation.
Low Graduation Rates Among Black Athletes
A new study shows black male athletes are completing college at significantly lower rates. Renee Montagne speaks to Kevin Blackistone, a "Washington Post" sport columnist, to examine this pervasive problem.
NFL Acknowledges Link Between Playing Football And CTE
NPR's Robert Siegel interviews Rep. Jan Schakowsky about the NFL acknowledging the links between football and CTE, a degenerative brain disease found in people who have suffered severe blows to the head.