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Vuelta Chaos: Sport's 'Peace' Mission Backfires

The 2025 Vuelta a España's neutralised stage in the Basque Country descended into farce, exposing the dangerous paradox of using major sporting events as diplomatic tools and raising serious questions for race organisers.

NCAA Proposes Landmark Plan to Pay Student Athletes

In a seismic shift for US college sports, NCAA President Charlie Baker has unveiled a revolutionary plan allowing top-tier Division I schools to directly pay their athletes, challenging the long-standing amateurism model.

School Sports Boost Girls' Career Prospects by 50%

New research reveals UK girls who participate in after-school sports are 50% more likely to secure leadership positions and high-paying careers later in life, highlighting the long-term professional benefits of athletic participation.

Dave Portnoy's Pizza Festival Scores Huge TV Ratings Win

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy's inaugural One Bite Pizza Festival delivered a stunning viewership victory for Fox Sports, drawing a colossal audience and dominating the weekend's sports broadcasting ratings in a surprise triumph.

Portnoy Accuses ESPN's Ryan Clark of 'Race-Baiting'

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy launches a furious tirade against ESPN analyst Ryan Clark, accusing him of 'race-baiting' in a heated debate over NFL diversity. The war of words erupts on social media, exposing deep divisions in sports commentary.

Dave Portnoy's Fox Future in Doubt After Segment Pulled

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy faces an uncertain future with Fox Sports after his controversial college football picks segment, 'Dave Portnoy's Rough N' Rowdy Pregame Show,' was abruptly pulled from the air. Internal debates rage over his on-air su

Venus, LeBron, Ronaldo: Redefining Athletic Age

Elite athletes like Venus Williams, LeBron James, and Cristiano Ronaldo are shattering age barriers. Discover the science and secrets behind the revolution extending top-level careers deep into the 40s.

Gladwell Demands Total Ban on Trans Athletes in Women's Sports

Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell ignites a firestorm by calling for a complete exclusion of transgender athletes from female competitions, arguing it's the only way to ensure fairness. His controversial comments challenge current sporting policies.

Jim White Departs Sky Sports News After 25 Years

Sky Sports News legend Jim White has officially left the broadcaster after a quarter of a century. The iconic presenter, famed for his yellow tie and transfer deadline day excitement, bids an emotional farewell.

Albanese's Growing Confidence on the Challenging World Stage

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is demonstrating a newfound confidence in international diplomacy, deftly navigating a complex web of global challenges from US-China tensions to climate action, reshaping Australia's role on the world stage.

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