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Ryan Lambert went from being dropped by his college baseball team to becoming the hardest-throwing pitcher in the New York Mets organization. His secret weapon? A radical diet that once included 30 raw eggs a day.
Britain's Olympic champion is chasing athletics' longest-standing world record after recovering from a devastating injury. The 23-year-old just broke a 23-year indoor record and believes the outdoor mark is next.
After a two-year break from burnout, 20-year-old Alysa Liu returned to win America's first women's figure skating gold in 24 years. She celebrated Saturday with 40+ skaters in Milan's traditional exhibition gala, skating on her own terms with streaked hair and personal style.
Danish rider Carina Cassøe Krüth claimed victory at the Gothenburg World Cup dressage competition just three months after giving birth. Her triumphant comeback exceeded her own expectations and brought her to tears during the victory lap.
After eight years without an Olympic medal, American skier Mikaela Shiffrin dominated the slalom competition to become the first US skier ever to win three Olympic golds. Her commanding victory by more than a second proved she's back at her best.
Great Britain's curling teams delivered stunning victories over the US at the Winter Olympics, with one match ending in a jaw-dropping final-throw comeback. Both squads now need help from other results, but their fighting spirit has kept their medal hopes burning bright.
Three adorable cheetah cubs were just born in India, bringing the country's total cheetah population to 38 and marking a major milestone in one of the world's boldest wildlife comeback stories. It's the first time cheetahs have successfully bred on Indian soil since going extinct there 74 years ago.
Former champion Alysa Liu returned to skating on her own terms and landed third place in the Olympic short program after performing for her siblings who'd never seen her compete. The 20-year-old world champion is rewriting her story with passion instead of pressure.
After a terrifying crash left her impaled and battling PTSD, skiing legend Mikaela Shiffrin is heading into Wednesday's Olympic slalom as the favorite. Her journey back to the podium shows that even the greatest athletes must fight through fear to reclaim their dreams.
Four days before the Olympic big air final, Eileen Gu hadn't even planned her tricks. After cracking her helmet in warmups, she walked away with silver and her fifth Olympic medal in five tries.
A tiny Italian island saved its griffon vultures from near extinction, growing the population from just 60 birds in 2014 to more than 500 today. It's one of Europe's most remarkable wildlife comeback stories.
Ricky Tiedemann is back on the mound after a grueling 17-month recovery from Tommy John surgery, facing live batters again at just 23 years old. The once-elite pitching prospect says he feels "amazing" and is ready for his Major League shot in 2026.
Three American women are poised to break a two-decade Olympic medal drought in figure skating. The "Blade Angels" bring more momentum to Milan than any US team in years.
After nearly missing the podium in his signature event, Canadian moguls legend Mikaël Kingsbury bounced back to claim his country's first gold medal at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics. The dual moguls victory marks a triumphant moment for Canada and showcases the power of resilience on sport's biggest stage.
Italy's Federica Brignone captured her second Olympic gold medal less than a year after breaking multiple bones in her leg. Meanwhile, Norway's Johannes Klaebo became the most decorated Winter Olympian in history with his ninth gold medal.
Australian moguls skier Jakara Anthony made Olympic history by winning the inaugural dual moguls event, becoming the first Australian winter athlete to claim two gold medals. Her victory capped off Australia's most successful Winter Games ever with four total medals.
Arizona Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll showed up to spring training less than 24 hours after surgery on his broken hand, determined to stay ready for the season. His dedication turned a setback into an inspiring story of resilience.
South Korean snowboarder Choi Ga-on, 17, shook off a devastating crash to win Olympic gold on her final run, denying mentor Chloe Kim a historic third consecutive title. The teenager scored 90.25 points just hours after lying motionless on the ice following a first-run fall.
British skeleton star Matt Weston shattered the track record at the Winter Olympics, building a commanding lead that puts him within striking distance of gold. After a frustrating first run, the two-time world champion delivered a flawless second performance that has Team GB buzzing with hope.
Zack Wheeler is recovering ahead of schedule from surgery that removed a rib near his throwing shoulder, keeping the memento in his closet as motivation. The Phillies pitcher could return closer to six months than eight, bringing hope for baseball's comeback story of the year.
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