U.S. Open mixed doubles: Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka enter but no Alcaraz or Sinner yet
The U.S. Open’s mixed doubles competition, which has become a chess piece in negotiations between tennis stars and…
Will the Australian Open’s ground pass cap see other Grand Slams make crowding concessions?
Welcome back to the Monday Tennis Briefing, where The Athletic will explain the stories behind the stories from the…
These college basketball players will make more money than LeBron James next season
At least 18 men’s college basketball players will earn more than LeBron James next season. The last time…
Tennis at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games: A Wimbledon race against time in Carson
If Venus and Serena Williams want to represent the U.S. in their hometown at the 2028 Los Angeles…
Wimbledon’s tennis expansion explained: Why plans for 39 new courts are again in limbo
A version of this article was originally published in December 2024. It has been updated to reflect the…
Carolina Panthers, Bank of America extend naming rights with renovations underway
A rendering of outside Bank of America Stadium, which will be undergoing renovations that are expected to be…
Victor Wembanyama takes another step toward being NBA’s center of attention
Days after agreeing to a monster contract extension, Victor Wembanyama reminisced about the last three years of his…
After Wimbledon showcase, the future of doubles in men’s tennis is on the line
THE ALL ENGLAND CLUB, London — Standing on Centre Court at Wimbledon after winning a second men’s doubles…
ESPN expected to lay off Karl Ravech after three decades on air: Sources
Karl Ravech, one of the lead voices on ESPN for more than three decades, is expected to be…
A tennis ball rule change trial that could have a big impact on the ATP Tour
Welcome back to the Monday Tennis Briefing, where The Athletic will explain the stories behind the stories from the…
ESPN cuts ties with NFL analyst Ryan Clark, wider layoffs expected Tuesday: Sources
ESPN has cut ties with NFL analyst Ryan Clark, sources briefed on the move told The Athletic. Clark…
Day trader? Competitive fisherman? What MLB stars would do if they weren’t playing baseball
PHILADELPHIA — To play in Major League Baseball is already an elite club. If you took every big…