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Why Jannik Sinner’s Case Is a Crystal Ball for Anti-Doping in Sports
The world anti-doping agency has proposed reforms that will transform defenses for athletes who claim their positive tests are unintentional.

Could Travis Hunter Really Be a Two-Way Player in the N.F.L.?
For two years, the Heisman Trophy winner has been a national sensation. Current players in the league think he should stick at one position.

The Numbers That Illustrate Mikaela Shiffrin’s Dominant Skiing Career
She was an Olympic gold medalist at 18. Since then, she has redefined what’s possible, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Golden State Was a Mess. Jimmy Butler Changed Everything.
It’s clear Butler’s presence has helped Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. But his impact goes far beyond aiding the team’s superstars.

Ranking the Top 150 N.F.L. Free-Agents
There are plenty of stars available, including the quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers and Sam Darnold, and the wide receivers Tee Higgins and Stefon Diggs.

Why Tottenham Hotspur Has Rebranded Its Name
“Never refer to our Club as ‘Tottenham,’” a statement said. But “Spurs” is still acceptable.

How a Basketball Court Became a Paris Art Sensation
Pigalle Duperré sits between a high school and a residential building, drawing visitors from around the world.

Some Say Michigan State Basketball Is Old School. They Don’t Care.
The Spartans’ victory over Michigan was proof of concept for a program that still willfully does things its own way, a columnist for The Athletic...

Anthony Rizzo Is a Beloved M.L.B. Star. But His Time Might Be Up.
The 14-year veteran is still without a team after suffering injuries in his last season with the Yankees: “I’m not naive to it. It could...

Two Conferences Have a Bold Plan for College Football. History Says It Won’t Help.
Manipulating the Playoff field would destroy the credibility of the entire event, a columnist for The Athletic writes.