Category: Sports

As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique football culture

There was a lot of criticism around World Sevens and a perceived lack of seriousness, but it was still elite sport — and enjoyable

Sometimes, stars have their 15 minutes of fame at a World Cup. Others carry on in an upward trajectory

Follow our live coverage as the final five teams battle for a softball national title in the 2026 Women’s College World Series

“Today was one of those crazy games that I don’t know what it was,” manager Aaron Boone told reporters, “but it was a win.”

Follow our live coverage as the final five teams battle for a softball national title in the 2026 Women’s College World Series

The Dodgers’ good vibes extend to the minors, where River Ryan has thrown 15 brilliant innings as part of his comeback.

Henley beat Eric Cole in a playoff, hitting his approach shot inside of 5 feet.

Follow our live coverage as the final five teams battle for a softball national title in the 2026 Women’s College World Series

The first half of fourth round action from Roland Garros is now complete