Athletes

What Is a Walkover, and Why Have There Been So Many at the US Open?

Sep 6, 2024

What Is a Walkover, and Why Have There Been So Many at the US Open?

During US Open season, everyone's a tennis fan — and this year has given us plenty to talk about.

Venus Williams’s Preventative Wellness Routine Includes Dance Classes and Self-Care

Sep 5, 2024

Venus Williams’s Preventative Wellness Routine Includes Dance Classes and Self-Care

Venus Williams stays ready.

Why Do Football Players Wear Tape on Their Arms, Exactly?

Sep 5, 2024

Why Do Football Players Wear Tape on Their Arms, Exactly?

Depending on how familiar you are with the rules of football, you may have many questions while watching the game, from, "How much are these NFL cheerleaders being paid, anyway?" to, "Why are some football players wearing tap on their arms?"

The Paralympics and Special Olympics Are Not the Same. The Distinction Matters.

Sep 5, 2024

The Paralympics and Special Olympics Are Not the Same. The Distinction Matters.

Scroll through a few posts on the Paralympics' social media pages and you might notice some interesting discourse in the comment section.

Alex Morgan Is Retiring — Here's What to Know About the Soccer Legend

Sep 5, 2024

Alex Morgan Is Retiring — Here's What to Know About the Soccer Legend

Normally, 13 might not seem like a lucky number, but wearing it on the back of her jersey has made Alex Morgan a household name in women's professional soccer.

Why Do Some Paralympians Wear Eye Masks During Competition?

Sep 5, 2024

Why Do Some Paralympians Wear Eye Masks During Competition?

While attending the Paralympic track events this week in Paris, I couldn't help but clock that some of the runners' uniforms included an eye covering, some of which almost looked like a sleep mask or blindfold.

Everything to Know About Wheelchair Tennis

Sep 4, 2024

Everything to Know About Wheelchair Tennis

If you're one of the people who can't get enough tennis these days, you've likely been interested in the wheelchair tennis events at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.

Gold Medalist Abbey Weitzeil Gets Real About Acne and Self-Confidence as a Swimmer

Sep 4, 2024

Gold Medalist Abbey Weitzeil Gets Real About Acne and Self-Confidence as a Swimmer

For Olympic gold medalist Abbey Weitzeil, trying to craft a skin-care routine around her workout schedule requires a heck of a lot of girl math.

Paralympians Earn the Same Pay For Medals as Olympians, but Is It Enough?

Aug 29, 2024

Paralympians Earn the Same Pay For Medals as Olympians, but Is It Enough?

In 2021, the Tokyo Olympics finally provided long-awaited recognition for Paralympic athletes.

What Is Boccia? Here's a Primer on One of the Paralympics' Most Unique Events

Aug 29, 2024

What Is Boccia? Here's a Primer on One of the Paralympics' Most Unique Events

Boccia is one of the most unique events at the Paralympics, but there's a decent chance you've never even heard of it.

Inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics? Here's How to Start a Sport at Any Age

Aug 28, 2024

Inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics? Here's How to Start a Sport at Any Age

We've all been there.

14 Products Every Marathoner Should Own, According to Pro Runner Emily Sisson

Aug 28, 2024

14 Products Every Marathoner Should Own, According to Pro Runner Emily Sisson

If anyone knows how challenging training for a marathon can be, it's Emily Sisson.