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Ilona Maher’s Time In England Has Transformed Women’s Rugby
She has almost single-handedly set attendance records and will return with the U.S.A. Eagles for a World Cup challenge this summer.
Many N.F.L. Quarterbacks Say ‘Blue 42.’ Most of Them Don’t Know How It Began.
The story behind the color-number cadences yelled at the line of scrimmage spans the evolution of football.
Why a Rare Women’s Hockey Fight Happened and Forced a Rule Change
The first real punches in the Professional Women’s Hockey League were thrown on Feb. 20. They likely won’t be the last.
When a Brutal Sport Descended on Las Vegas
The Athletic was granted full access when the rugby league champions Wigan Warriors traveled to the U.S.
Picking the Women’s College Basketball All-American Team
Two freshman sensations are included in The Athletic’s top 10.
How Fast Should a Tennis Court Be? The Sport’s Stars Are Divided.
As the best players in the world head for the California desert, the courts are a bigger talking point than the tennis.
What We’re Hearing About the N.F.L.’s Biggest Looming Decisions
Some teams believe a third quarterback has solidified himself as a first-round pick, a columnist for The Athletic writes.
Oscars 2025’s Best and Worst Moments: Speeches, Performances and More
There was plenty to take in, including a “Wicked” opener, Conan O’Brien gags, and memorable speeches both good and bad. And people watching on Hulu...
Oscars 2025 Live Updates: Stars Hit the Red Carpet Ahead of Unusually Suspenseful Academy Awards
Conan O’Brien will host the ceremony, which begins at 7 p.m. Eastern time, 4 p.m. Pacific time. The race for best picture is seen as...
Chicago Is on a Path to N.H.L. Failure, and It Must Find a New Direction
A team that is eight seasons removed from its last playoff appearance is still years away from its next one, a columnist for The Athletic...