The New York Times – Sports:
A Senate hearing on Tuesday is just one part of Washington’s scrutiny of the PGA Tour’s deal with Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund.
Category: Athletics and Sports
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The New York Times to Disband Its Sports Department
The New York Times – Sports:
Coverage of games, players and leagues will now primarily come from The Athletic, the sports website that the company bought last year.
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Nikki McCray-Penson, Basketball Star and Coach, Dies at 51
The New York Times – Sports:
After a standout college career at the University of Tennessee, she won two Olympic gold medals, played nine years in the W.N.B.A. and was the head coach at two universities.
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Miles Bridges Will Rejoin Hornets After Felony Domestic Violence Plea Deal
The New York Times – Sports:
Bridges will rejoin the team on a one-year contract after completing a suspension that will sideline him for the first 10 games of the season.
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As Brandon Moreno Rises, UFC Hopes Other Mexican Fighters Follow
The New York Times – Sports:
Even with a long history of fighters of Mexican heritage in combat sports, Brandon Moreno is the first U.F.C. champion born in Mexico. His rise comes as the company looks to expand its reach.
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Jimmy Cordero Suspended for Violating Domestic Violence Policy
The New York Times – Sports:
Jimmy Cordero, a reliever, will miss the rest of the season after an investigation led by Major League Baseball.
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GOATs Are Everywhere in Sports. So What Really Defines Greatness?
The New York Times – Sports:
Athletes from Tom Brady to Serena Williams to LeBron James have all been tabbed the Greatest of All Time. Faced with the term’s pervasive use, our columnist considers how sports heroes become transcendent.
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Ryan Reynolds Invests in Alpine F1 Team
The New York Times – Sports:
The actor Ryan Reynolds, the private equity firm RedBird Capital and Otro Capital are among the investors taking a stake in Renault’s Alpine team.
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After Midnight at the NBA Draft, Dreams Still Come True
The New York Times – Sports:
The crowds had thinned by the second round, but several players lingered in the stands waiting to hear their names called. Dozens of fans waited to cheer them on.