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    NBC Bets on a Bigger Kentucky Derby Weekend
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    Sep 2, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) shoots the ball against Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton (22) during the first quarter at Chase Center.
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    Ariel Investments Sees a $1B Women’s Sports Team in the Next 5 Years
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    Seahawks Sale Watch: Zuckerberg, Cook Among Rumored Bidders
    A source close to Apple denied Tim Cook’s interest.
    2026 Kentucky Derby hopeful Litmus Test, ridden by Martin Garcia, works during morning training at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The Bob Baffert-trained horse is currently at No. 21 on the Kentucky Derby leaderboard. April 23, 2026
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    Mark Cuban Admits He Wanted to Buy Back Mavericks
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    Top Athletic Editor Addresses Russini Saga in All-Hands Meeting
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    Ian Rapoport, ESPN Finalizing Multiyear Deal
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    April 23, 2026

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    Nov 3, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Monday Night Football commentator Joe Buck before the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Arizona Cardinals at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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    Apr 15, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) drives past Los Angeles Clippers guard Kris Dunn (8) and guard Darius Garland (10) in the second half during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Intuit Dome.
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    INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 25: Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever sits on the baseline and makes photographs during the Indiana Pacers game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 25, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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    NBC Bets on a Bigger Kentucky Derby Weekend
    The Oaks moved to primetime, and Fanta will report from the infield.
    Jan 11, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel looks on before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers in an AFC Wild Card Round game at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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    Schedule Release Could Make Mike Vrabel NFL’s Punching Bag
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    Mar 4, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; The NFL Network logo on the field at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    NFL Network Dark on Comcast in First Carriage Dispute Under ESPN
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    Brandon Marshall: Why I Walked Away From Sports Talk TV
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    NFL Draft Viewership Falls 12%, Averages 6.6M Over Three Days
    Coverage across all networks averaged 6.6 million viewers.
    Nov 10, 2019; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; ESPN radio sideline reporter Dianna Russini during the NFL game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Los Angeles Rams at Heinz Field. The Steelers defeated the Rams 17-12. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    April 29, 2026

    Top Athletic Editor Addresses Russini Saga in All-Hands Meeting
    Steven Ginsberg acknowledged the outlet’s communications could have been clearer.
    Feb 5, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel talks to media members at the Santa Clara Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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    From Sideline to Spotlight: Mike Vrabel Faces Celebrity Frenzy
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    Feb 4, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA; Ian Rapoport on the NFL Network set at the Super Bowl LX media center at the Moscone Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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    April 29, 2026

    Ian Rapoport, ESPN Finalizing Multiyear Deal
    The NFL insider’s contract was set to expire in May.

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    Puma Denies Its Carbon-Plated Shoes Cause Injuries After Lawsuit
    The company pushed back on claims that its shoes increased injury risk.
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    Damon Jones Admits He Sold LeBron Injury Information to Gamblers
    Jones also pleaded guilty Tuesday in the rigged poker case.
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    Star Runner Says ‘Defective’ Puma Shoes Ruined Her Career
    A series of foot surgeries prematurely ended her career.
    Mar 31, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier (2) drives to the basket against Washington Wizards guard AJ Johnson (5) during the first quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images
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    Prosecutors to Bring Bribery Charges Against Terry Rozier
    Rozier allegedly “solicited and accepted a bribe.”

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    Want to Own a 100-Year-Old Austrian Soccer Team for $500?
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    How Taylor Swift’s Catalog Led Her Former Label Boss Into Sports
    Scott Borchetta profited greatly from the sale of Swift’s masters.
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    April 13, 2026

    Chernin Group Leads Funding Round in Social Box Score App ‘Real’
    The app combines live stats and play-by-play with a social media experience.
    Jack Nicklaus speaks to media prior to the start of the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio on May 27, 2025.
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    Jack Nicklaus Re-Acquires Nicklaus Companies After Lawsuit
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    Teams
    Sep 2, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) shoots the ball against Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton (22) during the first quarter at Chase Center.
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    Ariel Investments Sees a $1B Women’s Sports Team in the Next 5 Years
    Like small-cap stocks, women’s sports teams have room to run.
    May 1, 2026

    Dundon Pours Money Into Pickleball As He Cuts Blazers Spending
    NBA fans have nicknamed the Blazers owner “El Cheapo.”
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    Caitlin Clark Calls Out Indiana Fever Graphic Made With AI Tools
    The NHL’s Jets and Blues also use AI in their content.
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    May 1, 2026

    Mark Cuban Admits He Wanted to Buy Back Mavericks
    “That’s just not the game anymore.”
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    April 30, 2026

    Seahawks Sale Watch: Zuckerberg, Cook Among Rumored Bidders
    A source close to Apple denied Tim Cook’s interest.
    April 29, 2026

    Titans’ Post-Vrabel Shake-Up Continues With Chad Brinker’s Exit
    Chad Brinker stepped down as president of football operations.
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    Diego Pavia Gets Ravens Deal As Steelers Wait on Aaron Rodgers
    The Ravens signed the undrafted free agent from Vanderbilt.
    April 26, 2026

    Red Sox Fire Alex Cora, Five Coaches in FSG’s Biggest Test Yet
    The John Henry-led FSG is facing its greatest challenge.

    Leagues
    Kaitlin Oaks (left) from Tampa looks at photos with Layla Abutha from Tampa while attending Thurby at Churchill Downs during the week of Kentucky Derby on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
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    Kentucky Derby Is Courting Gen Z
    Churchill Downs is mixing traditional splendor with a youthful atmosphere.
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    Elizabeth Williams Explains Why WNBA Players Drew Line on Housing
    Williams recently re-signed with the Sky for two years, $1.2 million.
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    USL Announces Tentative New CBA After Player Protests
    Players protested by stopping play during matches this season.
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    ‘Golden Tickets’ Could Juice AUSL College Draft
    The ticket ensures players will be selected by a team in May.
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    Max Verstappen’s Future Looms Over F1’s Return to Miami
    F1 returns after a monthlong hiatus due to two canceled races.
    April 30, 2026

    F1’s New Era Hits Reset in Miami: How Will Teams Adjust to Rules?
    Drivers have been unhappy about F1’s new regulations.
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    April 30, 2026

    7 Questions About LIV After Saudis Pull Funding
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