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News Articles: Sports

Briana Scurry blocks a penalty shootout during overtime of the Women's World Cup Final against China at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif., July 10, 1999. The U.S. team won 5-4 on penalties.

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A brain injury cut short Briana Scurry's soccer career. It didn't end her story

After a traumatic brain injury left her in terrible pain and unable to work, the legendary goalkeeper had to pawn her Olympic medals. Scurry charts her road to recovery in My Greatest Save.

July 27, 2022
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  • Terry Gross
Dwanye "The Rock" Johnson speaks to those participating in the XFL Showcase at Choctaw Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Sunday.

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The XFL is relaunching. Here's what we know so far and how it will be different

The 2023 season will mark the third launch for the XFL spring football league. Now under new ownership, the league is hoping to bring an enhanced experience to fans next February.

July 25, 2022
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  • Wynne Davis
Sydney Mclaughlin, of the United States, recovers after winning the final of the women's 400-meter hurdles at the World Athletics Championships on Friday.

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Here are 4 special moments from the World Athletics Championships in Oregon

The U.S. team finished with 33 medals, including 13 gold, in its best performance ever. The atmosphere in Eugene made it the most vibrant international track event in years.

July 25, 2022
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  • Bill Chappell and
  • Ayana Archie
The pack with Denmark's Jonas Vingegaard, wearing the overall leader's yellow jersey, passes the Louvre Museum during the 21st stage of the men's Tour de France cycling race.

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Jonas Vingegaard wins the men's Tour de France

He is the first Danish rider to take the title in cycling's biggest race since 1996.

July 24, 2022
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  • The Associated Press
Gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin of the United States poses by a sign after winning the final of the women's 400-meter hurdles at the World Athletics Championships on Friday.

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For the fourth time in 13 months, Sydney McLaughlin sets a world record

She ran the 400-meter hurdles at the World Athletics Championships in 50.68 seconds, shattering her old mark by 0.73 seconds.

July 23, 2022
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  • The Associated Press
World Wrestling Entertainment Inc. Chairman Vince McMahon appears in the ring in 2009 during the WWE Monday Night Raw show in Las Vegas.

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WWE owner Vince McMahon announces his retirement amid a sex scandal investigation

McMahon, 77, has led the wrestling organization for decades, building it into a billion-dollar enterprise. But he's recently come under scrutiny for millions in alleged hush money paid to women.

July 22, 2022
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  • Matt Adams
The U.S. swept the men's 200m final at the World Athletics Championships at Hayward Field  in Eugene, Ore., with Noah Lyles setting a new U.S. record. At left is bronze medalist Erriyon Knighton; at right is silver medalist Kenneth Bednarek.

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Noah Lyles breaks Michael Johnson's U.S. record that stood since 1996

At the finish line, Noah Lyles stared down his only true opponent: the clock. But for several moments, the unofficial time showed a tie with Johnson's mark of 19.32.

July 22, 2022
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  • Bill Chappell
Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio of Team South Africa leads the peloton during the women's road race on the second day of the 2020 Olympic Games at Fuji International Speedway on July 25, 2021 in Oyama, Shizuoka, Japan.

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  • Sports

After more than 30 years, a multiday women's Tour de France is back

The women's race starts Sunday in Paris and lasts for 8 stages, ending July 31. The last multiday women's race was held in 1989.

July 22, 2022
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  • Tom Goldman
Magnus Carlsen of Norway competes during the FIDE World Championship in in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Dec. 10, 2021.

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Five-time world chess champion Magnus Carlsen says he will not defend his title

Carlsen, a 31-year-old Norwegian native, was expected to have a rematch next year with Ian Nepomniachtchi, the Russian who he defeated in the 2021 world championship.

July 20, 2022
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  • Ayana Archie
Denzel Washington leads a tribute to Jackie Robinson before the 92nd MLB All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

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Denzel Washington honors Jackie Robinson with a speech at the MLB All-Star Game

"Beyond the field, Jackie Robinson challenged us to become better versions of ourselves," the actor said. The night also brought tributes to Robinson's widow, Rachel, on her 100th birthday.

July 20, 2022
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  • Bill Chappell
The New York Titans and the Austin Outlaws face off during the 2021 regular Major League Quidditch season last June in Round Rock, Texas. The league and the sports governing bodies announced on Tuesday that the sport is rebranding as quadball.

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Quidditch rebrands as quadball and further distances itself from Harry Potter author

Quadball is a reference both to the number of balls on the field and the number of positions in the game. The leagues and governing bodies hope the rebrand will also allow the sport to grow more.

July 19, 2022
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  • Wynne Davis
Savannah Bananas founder and owner Jesse Cole poses in a patio area at an empty Grayson Stadium. He is wearing a yellow tuxedo and yellow top hat.

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  • Business

The business of ‘Banana Ball’: How the Savannah Bananas are changing baseball in Georgia and beyond

The baseball world is taking notice of how the Savannah Bananas play by their own set of rules, both on the field and off.

July 19, 2022
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  • Benjamin Payne
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman walks to the field for the presentation of his World Series championship ring, before the team's baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on Friday, June 24, 2022 in Atlanta.

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  • Sports

Talking Atlanta Braves draft picks, the All-Star Game and the drama around Freddie Freeman

The World Series-winning Atlanta Braves are adding some exciting new talent to the team in the MLB draft, while drama continues over the exit of former Brave and now Los Angeles Dodger Freddie Freeman. GPB's Leah Fleming talks with Eric Cole from the blog and podcast Battery Power.

July 19, 2022
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  • Leah Fleming
Cameron Smith of Australia wins the British Open on a one-shot margin. It's his first major title.

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  • Sports

Cameron Smith makes a comeback and wins the British Open on a one-shot margin

The Australian shot 8-under 64 to overturn a four-shot deficit in the final round. It's his first major title.

July 17, 2022
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  • The Associated Press
The 1983 Cricket World Cup final match between India and West Indies on June 25, 1983, in London.

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  • Opinion

Opinion: Wicket bad bet

NPR's Scott Simon talks about a cricket-match scam in an Indian village. Russian gamblers were duped. The scam is now under investigation.

July 16, 2022
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  • Scott Simon
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