A devoted Chicago Cubs supporter caused a stir at the Vatican when he shouted at a stained-glass window of Pope Leo XIII, blaming him for the team's infamous curse. The bizarre incident highlights the enduring superstition among baseball fans.
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Groundbreaking research reveals menstrual cycles significantly impact WNBA player performance, creating new betting market dynamics and raising ethical questions in women's sports.
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An explosive investigation reveals how fixed-odds betting terminals shops are incentivising staff with bonuses tied directly to how much money gamblers lose in their establishments.
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering receives emotional support from team-mates after devastating error costs team victory against Los Angeles Dodgers in heartbreaking MLB showdown.
Exclusive: Boston Red Sox legend Mike Greenwell opens up about losing his son to cancer and how the baseball community rallied around his family during their darkest hours.
In an unprecedented twist, Chinese experimental writer Can Xue and Hungarian master Laszlo Krasznahorkai lead the race as joint favourites for the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, according to latest betting odds.
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Aaron Judge's dramatic home run sparks incredible five-run rally as New York Yankees fight back from brink of elimination in dramatic ALDS showdown.
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Comedian Alan Carr emerges as frontrunner in Celebrity Traitors betting odds as bookies slash prices following insider buzz about his performance in the upcoming series.
In a historic World Baseball Classic upset, underdog Spain defeats tournament favourites Japan 6-5 in a Miami thriller, advancing to the semi-finals against the winner of USA-Venezuela.
Major League Baseball CEO Rob Manfred sparks outrage after suggesting Jacksonville could support an MLB team while dismissing relocation concerns about small-market clubs like Miami Marlins.
Exclusive: The Los Angeles Angels are in advanced negotiations to relocate from Anaheim to Santa Ana, potentially creating Southern California's newest Major League Baseball destination and transforming Orange County's sports landscape.
As Philippe Clement's future hangs in the balance, betting markets reveal the leading contenders to become next Rangers manager in 2025. Discover the surprise names and Scottish football insiders in the frame.
The latest Strictly Come Dancing 2025 betting odds have dropped, revealing a surprising frontrunner and potential elimination shocks. Discover which celebrities are leading the pack and who might face the dreaded dance-off first.
The baseball world is reeling as Cam Schlittler, grandson of Yankees icon Chris Russo, rejects the Boston Red Sox despite being drafted, choosing to return to college instead in a move that echoes family loyalties.
Exclusive analysis of betting patterns and expert predictions for the highly anticipated NRL Grand Final clash between Melbourne Storm and Brisbane Broncos in 2025.
The struggling New York Mets have made sweeping changes to their coaching staff, dismissing five key personnel in a bold move to salvage their faltering season.
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Legendary New York Yankees scout Dick Groch, the man who famously insisted Derek Jeter wouldn't attend college and was instrumental in bringing the future Hall of Famer to the Bronx, has died aged 84.
Former MLB star Ben McDonald delivers scathing critique of baseball's playoff format, comparing it to NHL's 'lottery system' and warning it's damaging the sport's integrity.
Horse racing punters are celebrating after outsider Maxwell secured a stunning 33-1 victory at Chepstow's Tattersalls meeting, defying expectations in a thrilling finish that's being hailed as one of the shocks of the season.
New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza defends his controversial bullpen strategy after dramatic late-game collapse against rivals. Exclusive insight into the managerial thinking behind the polarising move.
As the MLB playoffs approach, the Seattle Mariners stand on the brink of history. After nearly five decades of heartbreak, our expert analysis examines whether this could finally be their championship year.
Exclusive insight into MLB's expansion plans as San Diego Padres CEO Erik Greupner reveals his preferred cities for new baseball franchises, with London emerging as a strong international contender.
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Love Island favourite Maura Higgins is being backed by bookies and fans to take over from Maya Jama as host of the hit ITV2 show, following rumours of a behind-the-scenes rift.