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Behind the sequins and spotlights of the 2025 WNBA Draft, 14 new players revealed the invisible struggles that got them there. From therapy sessions to mindset shifts, their stories prove success is built in the quiet moments.
From Giannis Antetokounmpo to Victor Wembanyama, basketball's biggest names are turning to chess to sharpen their game. The ancient strategy game is teaching players to think ahead and make better decisions under pressure.
England rugby star Ellie Kildunne is opening up about the emotional challenges that followed her World Cup triumph and how she's rediscovering her passion for the game. Her honest words are helping athletes everywhere understand that it's normal to feel lost after reaching a peak.
Gary Woodland won his first golf tournament since brain surgery left him with PTSD, opening up about his mental health struggles to help others facing similar battles. The former US Open champion now competes with security nearby after experiencing fear so intense he thought people were trying to kill him on the course.
British heavyweight Delicious Orie shocked the boxing world by retiring just one fight into his pro career, leaving millions on the table. His reason? Money brought happiness but zero fulfillment, and he chose mental health over fame.
The greatest alpine skier in history just revealed the game-changing decision that made her strongest season possible. She brought her psychologist onto her coaching team.
College basketball standout Lauren Betts is inspiring teammates and fans by publicly sharing her journey through depression and hospitalization. Her coach says the vulnerability shows remarkable courage and growth.
Elite athletes and sports experts are challenging decades of "win at all costs" culture, calling for systemic changes that prioritize mental wellbeing alongside performance. The movement could transform how we define success in competitive sports.
After rocketing from 300,000 to 7.7 million Instagram followers in weeks, Olympic champion Alysa Liu is choosing mental health over competition. The 19-year-old's decision shows a new generation of athletes redefining success on their own terms.
Former U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland is opening up about his battle with PTSD following life-saving brain surgery, choosing courage over hiding. His honesty is helping break the stigma around mental health in professional sports.
Seven-time Olympic champion Simone Biles shares a powerful message for the next generation: your mental health matters more than any trophy. The gymnastics legend opens up about her Tokyo 2020 withdrawal and why she'd make the same choice again.
Olympic figure skater Alysa Liu stepped away from competition at her peak because the grind was killing her joy. Now she's back with a gold medal and a powerful message about knowing when to stop.
The 2026 Winter Olympics quickly replenished condom supplies in the Athletes' Village after demand far exceeded expectations. The shortage highlights how athlete wellness remains a priority at international sporting events.
The 2026 Winter Olympics just made history by adding Pilates reformers to athlete gyms for the first time. Turns out, the world's top athletes aren't crushing brutal workouts during the Games—they're focused on staying loose and flexible.
After high-profile Olympic heartbreaks, Team USA is pioneering mental health support that helps athletes handle the world's biggest stage. The results are already showing in athletes who get a second chance.
Former NFL cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha spent 11 seasons pushing through mental stress with no support. Now he's sharing what he learned about starting over and finding fulfillment after walking away from football at 32.
Four-time Paralympic medalist Brenna Huckaby heads to Milano Cortina 2026 with lucky socks, face cream, and a perspective that puts family first. Her pre-race rituals and travel essentials reveal how champions stay grounded under pressure.
Speed skating gold medalist Erin Jackson is heading into the 2026 Winter Olympics with a refreshing mindset: fun comes before medals. The 33-year-old is defending her 500-meter title while managing a back injury and studying for her fourth college degree.
Three-time Olympic medalist Nick Goepper retired from freestyle skiing at 28, lost and burned out. Then he discovered a new passion that brought him back to the sport he'd loved since childhood.
Paula Moltzan is peaking in her skiing career at 31, winning World Cup medals while breaking barriers by openly partnering with a fertility clinic. She froze her eggs so she can chase Olympic dreams now and start a family later.
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