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Zidane led France to a 1998 World Cup title on home soil.

Why Zinedine Zidane Should Light the Olympic Cauldron in Paris

Choosing the former French soccer star, the child of Algerian immigrants, would make a clear statement in a time of political tension in the country. 

Michael Rosenberg
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Zidane led France to a 1998 World Cup title on home soil.

Why Zinedine Zidane Should Light the Olympic Cauldron in Paris

Choosing the former French soccer star, the child of Algerian immigrants, would make a clear statement in a time of political tension in the country. 

Michael Rosenberg
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Minter followed Jim Harbaugh to the west coast and the NFL where he'll helm the Chargers defense.

Chargers Training Camp Notebook: Jesse Minter Eager to Unlock Defense's Potential

L.A.’s new defensive coordinator is well aware of the talent within his unit but still believes there’s a higher bar to reach for. Plus, more sights and sounds from the team’s opening day of practice.

Gilberto Manzano
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Lamb had 135 catches for 1,749 yards and 12 touchdowns last season.

Cowboys’ Dak Prescott and Micah Parsons Should Join CeeDee Lamb and Hold Out

The star wide receiver is doing the right thing by not reporting to training camp, and his quarterback and generational pass rusher should join him against Jerry Jones.

Conor Orr
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Olympic rings displayed in front of the Eiffel Tower ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

In Paris, the Olympics Aim for a Return to Glory

After a string of Games marred by doping scandals, runaway budgets and a global pandemic, the Paris Olympics will attempt to restore some much-anticipated normalcy.

Jon Wertheim
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Cardinals rookie cornerback Max Melton speaks to the media in May.

Cardinals Rookie Facing Funny 'Backlash' From Fans After Buying Random Throwback Jersey

Will the Kevin Kolb hive please stand up?

Tom Dierberger
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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow at the first day of training camp.

Joe Burrow Has Simple Explanation for His Viral New Hairstyle

Karl Rasmussen
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Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon during an NFL pre-draft news conference at the Cardinals Dignity Health Training Center in Tempe on April 18, 2024.

Jonathan Gannon Comically Reveals Cardinals' Findings From Studying Momentum

Patrick Andres
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Dec 10, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws a pass in the first half against the Philadelphia Eagles at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports

Every NFL Team’s Implied Odds to Win the Division

Iain MacMillan
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James on the bench at his first Olympics in 2004.

Coco Gauff and LeBron James Put Each Other’s Careers and Ages Into Perspective

The tennis phenom was born during the basketball icon's rookie season.

Stephen Douglas
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Coco Gauff joins LeBron James as the female flag bearer for Team USA at the Paris Olympics.

Tennis Mailbag: Where the Olympics Fall on a Packed Calendar

Jon Wertheim
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Jul 26, 2021; Tokyo, Japan; Lily Zhang (USA) competes against Offiong Edem (NGR) in singles play during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Tokyo Metropolitan Gym. Mandatory Credit: Yukihito Taguchi-USA TODAY Sports

What Are Olympic Table Tennis Rules? Breaking Down Everything to Know For Paris 2024

Liam McKeone
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Jul 9, 2024; London, United Kingdom; Jannik Sinner (ITA) reacts after winning a point against Daniil Medvedev (not pictured) in a gentlemen's singles quarter-final match on day nine of The Championships Wimbledon 2024 at The All England Lawn Tennis Club.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner Out of Paris Olympics

Madison Williams
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Shaquille O'Neal, Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley on set of 'Inside the NBA' on TNT.

NBA Fans Mourn the End of 'Inside the NBA' After League Rejects TNT Bid

This likely marks the end of Shaquille O'Neal, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson's days on TNT.

Karl Rasmussen
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Jul 10, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; USA guard Tyrese Haliburton (9) looks on in the third quarter against Canada in the USA Basketball Showcase at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

Tyrese Haliburton's 'Main Motivation' Comes From AAU Club That Cut Him When He Was 14

Mike McDaniel
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Mar 25, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A general view of an official NBA game basketball in the second quarter of a game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Charlotte Hornets at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

NBA Teams Sued for Alleged Use of Music in Social Media Posts Without Permission

Patrick Andres
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Apr 27, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) dribbles against Denver Nuggets guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (5) during the third quarter in game four of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Shares Surprising Revelation on Nuggets-Lakers Playoff Series

Tim Capurso
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Ildemaro Vargas throws a pitch in the ninth inning of the Nationals' tilt against the Padres.

Nationals Broadcast Baffled by 33-MPH Pitch From Utilityman Ildemaro Vargas

Has this pitch crossed home plate yet?

Tom Dierberger
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Adam Duvall lays out but misses a diving catch in the first inning of the Braves' series finale against Cincinnati.

Two Embarrassing Braves Miscues Lead to Reds Little League Home Run

Tom Dierberger
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Gerrit Cole expresses his frustration in the Yankees' dugout after a rough start against the Mets.

Frustration Boils Over As Gerrit Cole's Struggles Continue in Outing vs. Mets

Karl Rasmussen
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Cardinals’ Nolan Arenado Casually Pulled Out a Cup of Sunflower Seeds Mid-Game

Kristen Wong
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Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz looks on during the fourth quarter of a game against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Kinnick Stadium in 2023.

College Football Fans Roast Kirk Ferentz for Declaration About Iowa's Offense

There's nothing quite like the Hawkeyes' offense in college football.

Tom Dierberger
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Deshaun Foster froze during his introduction at Big Ten media day on Wednesday.

UCLA’s Deshaun Foster Roasted for Super Awkward Big Ten Press Conference

Mike McDaniel
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Nov 18, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA;  Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule walks the sidelines during the fourth quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Matt Rhule Believes Big Ten Should Earn Four Bids in College Football Playoff

Mike McDaniel
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Jim Harbaugh Trolls Ryan Day, Ohio State With ‘Third Base’ Dig in Chargers Hype Video

Kristen Wong
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Jul 21, 2024; Ayrshire, SCT; Xander Schauffele celebrates with Claret Jug after winning the Open Championship golf tournament at Royal Troon. Mandatory Credit: Jack Gruber-USA TODAY Sports

Xander Schauffele Reveals the First Thing He Drank Out of the Claret Jug

Jeff Ritter
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The Paris Olympic golf competition kicks off next week, but you can purchase this gear for yourself.

What the Men's and Women's Olympic Golf Teams Will Wear in Paris (And How You Can Buy the Gear Yourself)

Janice Ferguson
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Charlie Woods, not happy with his drive on the 5th tee box on the North Course, ended up with a birdie at the 76th U.S. Junior Amateur Championship at Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield Hills on Monday.

How Charlie Woods Fared in Second Round of His First U.S. Junior Amateur Tournament

Tom Dierberger
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Dec 17, 2023; Orlando, Florida, USA; John Daly II plays his shot from the first tee during the PNC Championship at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club.

John Daly Jr. Qualifies for the 2024 U.S. Amateur

Madison Williams
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Jul 8, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; US Women's National Team defender Tierna Davidson talks to the media during a press conference at Nike House of Innovation NYC.

USWNT's Tierna Davidson Discusses Teammate Korbin Albert's Past Anti-LGBTQ Posts

Patrick Andres
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Cavan Sullivan during a game between the Philadelphia Union II and New England Revolution II on July 6, 2024.

MLS's Cavan Sullivan Becomes Youngest to Play in Major North American Sports League

Patrick Andres
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Angel City FC Becomes Most Valuable Women’s Sports Team After Landmark Deal

Kristen Wong
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Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez (24) reacts after a shot against Peru in the second half during the Copa America group stage.

Argentina's Enzo Fernandez Issues Apology Over Controversial Social Media Video

Karl Rasmussen
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Texas Rangers GM Chris Young Hopes Players Make Trade Deadline Decision For Him By Winning

Stefan Stevenson
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Jul 24, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (5) hits a home run during the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Texas Rangers Run Win Streak To Four Behind Big Game Nate, 15-Hit Attack

Stefan Stevenson
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Sep 24, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers left fielder Evan Carter (32) and third baseman Josh Jung (6) celebrate after Carter hits a two run home run during the sixth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Texas Rangers Young Sluggers Close! Josh Jung Rehab Assignment Set, Evan Carter Following Right Behind

Stefan Stevenson
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Oct 15, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung (6) and center fielder Evan Carter (32) celebrate after Carter scored during the first inning of game one of the ALCS against the Houston Astros in the 2023 MLB playoffs at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports

'We Need Them Desperately.' Chris Young Believes Josh Jung, Evan Carter Key To Texas Rangers Offensive Turnaround

Stefan Stevenson
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Oct 1, 2022; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers defensive back Joseph Charleston (28) misses intercepting a pass against the Georgia Bulldogs during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

10 Missouri Players Make Shrine Bowl Watch List: The Buzz, July 25, 2024

Joseph Van Zummeren
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Mic’d Up Caitlin Clark, A’ja Wilson Had Funny One-Liners During WNBA All-Star Game

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Fans Ripped WNBA Three-Point Contest Lineup Sans Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu

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Jun 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) against the Phoenix Mercury during a WNBA game at Footprint Center.

Caitlin Clark to be Featured on NASCAR Hood During Brickyard 400 Race

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