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The Most Powerful Man in American Soccer Is Facing a Consequential Moment
Don Garber kept M.L.S. alive when he became commissioner in 1999. Twenty-five years later, he has a new challenge.

The ‘French Michael Phelps’ Is Ready to Dominate His Home Olympics
Leon Marchand emailed famed swim coach Bob Bowman for a scholarship opportunity. Four years later, he’s a favorite in Paris.

This N.F.L. Player ‘Wanted to Erase’ Himself. Then, He Climbed Out of Chaos.
Grant Stuard’s father served stints in prison and his mother had a drug addiction. After turning his life around, he wants to help others.

Bleak, Gutting, Disastrous: When Soccer Player Trades Go Wrong
Building a strong roster is not easy. The Athletic writers pick out the worst transfer windows for each Premier League team.

The Story of a Premier League Team’s Africa-Inspired Jersey
Arsenal’s new away kit pays homage to the club’s players and fans shaped by the African diaspora.

Why Liverpool Is Playing in the United States Again
The Premier League club will embark on its first pre-season tour of America since 2019.

Which Current N.H.L. Stars Will Make the Hockey Hall of Fame?
Two players still in their 20s have already crossed the threshold, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

W.N.B.A. All-Star Game Draws Largest Broadcast Audience Since 1997
Sunday’s showcase drew 3.44 million viewers on ABC, surpassing the previous audience record set in 2003.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Bronny James’s Summer League Showing
If James is going to find success, the Lakers offer the exact type of situation that he needs to have a chance, a columnist for...

Thom Brennaman Is Getting Another Broadcasting Chance. Will People Listen?
After much reflection and communication with the gay community, Brennaman will call college football games this fall.