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When 2025 arrives, so will the end of the amateur athlete in college sports
20 hours, 31 minutes ago

When 2025 arrives, so will the end of the amateur athlete in college sports

Associated Press  

When the page turns on 2024, it will be time to say goodbye, once and for all, to the amateur athlete in college sports. “We’ve got problems in college football,” Penn State coach James Franklin said. “I don’t know that fans have this really great love for the idea of 100% pure amateurism,” said Nels Popp, a University of North …

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2024 Year in Sports, Athletics: Duplantis dominates, Neeraj-Arshad showdown in Paris Olympics, a slew of world records
1 day, 20 hours ago

2024 Year in Sports, Athletics: Duplantis dominates, Neeraj-Arshad showdown in Paris Olympics, a slew of world records

The Hindu  

There were records galore from athletics in 2024, both at the national and global level. | Photo Credit: NURPHOTO VIA GETTY IMAGES Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon bettered her own world record in the women’s 1500m at the Paris Diamond League meet. Sweden’s Armand Duplantis poses next to a board displaying his new 6,26 meters world record after the men’s pole vault …

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'I never enjoyed presenting it': Gary Lineker gives shock Sports Personality of the Year snub - as he breaks his silence on exiting the show after 23 years
2 days, 20 hours ago

'I never enjoyed presenting it': Gary Lineker gives shock Sports Personality of the Year snub - as he breaks his silence on exiting the show after 23 years

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker has claimed he 'never really enjoyed' hosting Sports Personality of the Year as he broke his silence on his exit after 23 years. Speaking in front of a live audience for podcast The Rest is Football, Lineker said: 'Just to make it clear, what happened with Sports Personality of the Year is that it went to an independent …

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Top 5 controversies that shook Indian sports in 2024
3 days ago

Top 5 controversies that shook Indian sports in 2024

India TV News  

India's men's team T20 World Cup win, Gukesh becoming the world champion in Chess beating Ding Liren, Neeraj Chopra continuing to shine at the Olympics bagging a silver medal in Javelin throw, Indian Men's hockey team securing their second consecutive bronze at the Olympics. Indian sports experienced countless of highs in 2024 as the country took a step forward in …

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Tensions brew over trans athletes at Riverside high school, as conservative protests grow
3 days, 10 hours ago

Tensions brew over trans athletes at Riverside high school, as conservative protests grow

LA Times  

The debate over the rights of transgender athletes to compete in school sports intensified this week in the Inland Empire, as two Republican lawmakers called for the resignation of the Riverside Unified School District superintendent while LGBTQ+ advocates pleaded with the school board to “protect trans kids.” During a packed five-hour meeting with crowds overflowing outside of the Riverside Adult …

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Tyson Fury is reunited with wife Paris at press conference for his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk - after the heavyweight claimed he hadn't spoken to her in three months
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3 days, 16 hours ago

Tyson Fury is reunited with wife Paris at press conference for his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk - after the heavyweight claimed he hadn't spoken to her in three months

Daily Mail  

Tyson Fury has been reunited with his wife Paris as he prepares to rematch Oleksandr Usyk for the unified heavyweight title on Saturday night. The 36-year-old claimed earlier this week that he had not spoken to Paris for three months as he locked himself away for his training camp. However, at the final press conference ahead of Saturday's blockbuster showdown, …

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NBC Sports enters Madden video game universe with alternate broadcast on Peacock
3 days, 16 hours ago

NBC Sports enters Madden video game universe with alternate broadcast on Peacock

Associated Press  

NBC Sports makes its first foray into doing an NFL alternate broadcast on Saturday when it puts the matchup between the Houston Texans and Kansas City Chiefs into the realm of the Madden video game universe. CBS has done at least one game on Nickelodeon since the 2020 season, while ESPN/ABC have the “ManningCast” as well as animated presentations featuring …

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AP Launches Exclusive Kreeda App for Sports
3 days, 16 hours ago

AP Launches Exclusive Kreeda App for Sports

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: In a first of its kind, the Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh has designed an exclusive App for sports, Kreeda App. The minister also unveiled the state's sports policy and said the government is committed to introducing new innovations in the sports sector by embracing modern technology. “It aims to encourage athletes and provide employment opportunities.” He said, “The …

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Scandals, some changes in public perception highlighted the year for sports betting
3 days, 23 hours ago

Scandals, some changes in public perception highlighted the year for sports betting

Associated Press  

In the six years since the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for states to offer sports betting, each successive year has set a record for the amount of money wagered legally. I think it’s opening people’s eyes that the legalization of sports betting in the U.S. wasn’t going to be the exception to the problems that come with sports …

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JENNI MURRAY: I never thought I'd say it, but there are too many women presenting sport on TV
4 days, 8 hours ago

JENNI MURRAY: I never thought I'd say it, but there are too many women presenting sport on TV

Daily Mail  

I’m now going to write something I never imagined I’d ever think, let alone express in public: too many women are being hired to present iconic sports programmes on the BBC. Gabby Logan, Alex Scott and Clare Balding presented this week's Sports Personality of the Year, which was won by athlete Keely Hodgkinson, the fourth woman in a row to …

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Bradley Wiggins stands proudly with his children at his side as he and favourite Keely Hodgkinson lead glam arrivals at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards
5 days, 15 hours ago

Bradley Wiggins stands proudly with his children at his side as he and favourite Keely Hodgkinson lead glam arrivals at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards

Daily Mail  

Former British professional cyclist Sir Bradley Wiggins stood proudly with his children in tow as Britain's best sportsmen and women arrived at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards last night. Former British professional cyclist Sir Bradley Wiggins stood proudly with his children in tow as Britain's best sportsmen and women arrived at the lavish event The delighted father …

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Sports Personality of the Year 2024: Who is favourite to win and how do I vote?
5 days, 17 hours ago

Sports Personality of the Year 2024: Who is favourite to win and how do I vote?

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. England goalkeeper …

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Indian sports wrap, December 17: Ankita Raina reaches second round at ITF Navi Mumbai
5 days, 21 hours ago

Indian sports wrap, December 17: Ankita Raina reaches second round at ITF Navi Mumbai

The Hindu  

TENNIS Women’s ITF, Navi Mumbai: Ankita Raina reaches second round Top seed Ankita Raina overcame an indifferent start to beat Valentini Grammatikopoulou of Greece 1-6, 6-4, 6-4 in the first round of the $40,000 ITF women’s tennis tournament at the Ganesh Naik Complex on Tuesday. RESULTS Singles : Ankita Raina bt Valentini Grammatikopoulou 1-6, 6-4, 6-4; Thasaporn Naklo bt Diana …

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The president of the NCAA calls for a ban on 'prop bets' in college sports
6 days, 10 hours ago

The president of the NCAA calls for a ban on 'prop bets' in college sports

NPR  

The president of the NCAA calls for a ban on 'prop bets' in college sports toggle caption Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images WASHINGTON — The president of the NCAA appeared on Capitol Hill Tuesday to express support for some federal regulations around sports gambling — including a ban on a type of wager known as "prop bets" in college sports. "We believe …

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Another month, another record smashed for New Jersey internet gambling
6 days, 13 hours ago

Another month, another record smashed for New Jersey internet gambling

Associated Press  

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — New Jersey’s red-hot internet gambling market continued to smash records in November, even as revenue inside physical casinos continued to lag behind pre-pandemic levels at six of Atlantic City’s nine casinos, numbers released Monday show. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement said internet gambling brought in just over $214 million in November, narrowly eclipsing the …

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Athletes worldwide have transitioned from non-winter sports and succeeded at Winter Olympics- India can do the same, says Shiva Keshavan
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6 days, 17 hours ago

Athletes worldwide have transitioned from non-winter sports and succeeded at Winter Olympics- India can do the same, says Shiva Keshavan

The Hindu  

India’s six-time Winter Olympian, Shiva Keshavan, believes the country can excel in winter sports with innovative strategies and proper infrastructure. The youngest-ever Olympian in luge, debuting at 16 at the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics, Keshavan feels athletes from summer sports could transition to winter disciplines, such as field hockey players to ice hockey and roller skaters to ice skating. “Sports …

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Shiva Keshavan calls for crossover athletes to boost winter sports in India
6 days, 19 hours ago

Shiva Keshavan calls for crossover athletes to boost winter sports in India

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, India's six-time Winter Olympian Shiva Keshavan believes the country can excel in winter sports with innovative strategies and proper infrastructure. HT Image The youngest-ever Olympian in luge, debuting at the age of 16 at the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics, Keshavan feels athletes from summer sports could transition to winter disciplines, such as field hockey players to ice hockey …

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Stylish sports watches for men: Top10 picks for durability and performance
1 week ago

Stylish sports watches for men: Top10 picks for durability and performance

Hindustan Times  

In today’s fast-paced world, sports watches for men have become an essential accessory for those who lead active lifestyles. Specifications: Design: Minimalist black digital display Minimalist black digital display Size and Fit: Medium-sized dial, lightweight fit Medium-sized dial, lightweight fit Color Options: Black strap and dial Black strap and dial Material: Resin strap, acrylic glass Resin strap, acrylic glass Occasion: …

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Who is Kelly Cates? The Sky Sports presenter being lined up to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day
1 week ago

Who is Kelly Cates? The Sky Sports presenter being lined up to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The BBC is reportedly lining up Sky Sports’s Kelly Cates to …

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Kelly Cates ‘revealed’ as Match of the Day host after Gary Lineker’s BBC exit
1 week ago

Kelly Cates ‘revealed’ as Match of the Day host after Gary Lineker’s BBC exit

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. According to reports, Kelly Cates will leave Sky Sports to join the BBC series, and …

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Exclusive | ‘I wanted to run from Kashmir to Kanniyakumari, most people thought I was crazy’: Ultra-runner Sufiya Sufi
1 week, 2 days ago

Exclusive | ‘I wanted to run from Kashmir to Kanniyakumari, most people thought I was crazy’: Ultra-runner Sufiya Sufi

Firstpost  

In an exclusive chat, Indian ultra-runner Sufiya Sufi narrates her incredibly journey from working at the Delhi airport with no sports background to covering the trans-India distance from Kashmir to Kanniyakumari and becoming the proud holder of five Guiness World Records. I didn’t even know what proper hydration is at that time – that one has to mix a few …

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Watch: Virat Kohli teases Harbhajan with 'naino mein sapna' dance step at The Gabba
1 week, 2 days ago

Watch: Virat Kohli teases Harbhajan with 'naino mein sapna' dance step at The Gabba

India Today  

Virat Kohli has always been a lively and fun character on the field, whether the cricketing action is in full swing or not. A video capturing this fun interaction quickly went viral, where Kohli was seen playfully teasing Harbhajan for his outfit. pic.twitter.com/DlHeuxlGbe — Star Sports December 14, 2024 Not missing a chance to add some entertainment, Kohli broke into …

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Moghalpura Sports Complex loses its sheen
1 week, 2 days ago

Moghalpura Sports Complex loses its sheen

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Moghalpura Sports Complex, which attracted several sports enthusiasts from Old City after its inauguration in 2017, has gradually lost all its shine with a few people visiting it for sports. However, when the GHMC zonal office of South zone was shifted from the dilapidated Sardar Mahal to Chandrayangutta in 2019, one of the floors of the Moghalpura Sports …

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From scripting epic win vs Saina Nehwal to World No. 32: Indian shuttler Malvika Bansod eyes ‘top-20, top-25’ next year
1 week, 2 days ago

From scripting epic win vs Saina Nehwal to World No. 32: Indian shuttler Malvika Bansod eyes ‘top-20, top-25’ next year

Hindustan Times  

Currently placed 32nd in the BWF women’s singles ranking, Malvika Bansod has already established herself among the top shuttlers in the world. So it was really, it was an incredible match to be able to play against her and it was even more exciting that I won that match, I played very well and definitely that match got me a …

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