

Scott Cacciola
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Olympics: How the Ingebrigtsens Brought Speedsuits to Middle-Distance Running
Once an outfit strictly worn by sprinters, the single-piece speedsuit has become common among middle-distance runners. Its efficacy is beside the point.

Olympics: NBC Sends Army of Social Media Influencers to Paris
In NBC’s quest to provide wall-to-wall coverage of the Paris Games, the TV network has aimed to dominate a different device: your phone.

At ESPYs, Prince Harry Praises Pat Tillman’s Mom Despite Criticism
A former N.F.L. player’s mother criticized ESPN for giving an award honoring her son to the British royal. In his speech, Harry said he respects...

Team USA Says Air-Conditioners Are a ‘High-Performance Decision’
A spokesman for Team U.S.A. said continuity is key despite the goal of Paris being the “greenest” Olympics. Other countries are planning similar measures.

Olympics Dreams Die in June With Caitlin Clark and Others Not Qualifying
There will be no shortage of drama when the Paris Olympics begin in July, but most hearts will be broken in the cutthroat qualifying trials...

Shaquille O’Neal’s Plan to Bring Back Reebok Basketball
After pushing to be in charge of the company’s return to basketball, the Hall of Famer understands the stakes. “If this doesn’t work, everyone’s leaving,”...

Samson Historical Lives in the Past by Embracing the Future
When the pandemic hit, a company that specializes in 18th-century re-enactment clothing and goods found an unlikely ally: the internet.

Boston Marathon Criticized for Branded Finisher Medals
Runners are disappointed that the new finisher medals feature a large bank logo across the bottom. “This isn’t a turkey trot.”

Lil Nas X Runs New York Half Marathon in Coach Sneakers
The rapper and singer, clad in bulky designer sneakers and the official race T-shirt, was a last-minute addition at the NYC Half.

The Best Hair at Minnesota’s State Hockey Tournament
At Minnesota’s state hockey tournament, outrageously coifed high school stars competed for the best “salad” and “flow.” And then the games began.