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After 15 years of bringing joy to sumo wrestling, Chiyomaru has retired as one of the sport's most beloved figures. His infectious smile and warm personality brightened a traditionally serious sport.
Japan's famously stoic sumo wrestlers are breaking tradition at a new tournament designed for retired competitors. For the first time, these former athletes can show joy and personality without breaking sport's strict code of conduct.
After 14 seasons in the NFL, Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson is hanging up his cleats to start a new chapter in television. The Seahawks legend shared an emotional thank you to football as he transitions to CBS Sports' "NFL Today."
WNBA legend Sue Bird is channeling her basketball brilliance into building the future of women's sports. Four years after hanging up her jersey, the five-time Olympic gold medalist is investing in media companies, calling games for NBC, and deciding which players represent Team USA at the 2028 Olympics.
World Rugby just unveiled an ambitious six-year plan to inject over $1 billion into the sport, with a special focus on growing women's rugby and expanding into the massive U.S. market. The strategy leads up to the 2031 Men's Rugby World Cup in America and promises to transform how the sport invests in players, competitions, and communities worldwide.
Japanese figure skater Kaori Sakamoto ended her career on the highest note possible, claiming her fourth world championship in Prague before retirement. The Olympic medalist leaves the sport as one of the most decorated skaters in decades, signing off with a personal best performance.
Nikki Ayers turned a career-ending rugby injury and 16 surgeries into Paralympic gold, and now she's retiring on her own terms. The 35-year-old Australian rower is stepping away to prioritize herself, but she's not ruling out Brisbane 2032.
New Zealand's Suzie Bates, the all-time leading run-scorer in women's T20 cricket, will retire after this summer's World Cup. The 38-year-old all-rounder leaves behind a legacy spanning two decades and two sports.
New Zealand cricket icon Kane Williamson retired from international cricket this week, ending a remarkable 16-year career that transformed his nation into world champions. The humble superstar leaves the game on his own terms, stepping away while still at peace with giving everything to the sport he loves.
Nigerian basketball legend Sarah Ogoke has retired at 36 after becoming the only player in history to win five consecutive AfroBasket championships. The podiatric surgeon and mother balanced elite sports with medicine while helping establish Nigeria as Africa's basketball powerhouse.
British tennis legend Jamie Murray has announced his retirement after 36 years in the sport, capping a remarkable career that saw him become the first British doubles player to reach world number one. The seven-time Grand Slam champion leaves behind a legacy of teamwork, resilience, and unforgettable moments alongside his brother Andy.
Ghana's Sports Minister is putting his money where his mouth is, pledging two months of salary to jumpstart a new national sports fund. His challenge to other officials: if we want athletes and businesses to invest, leaders must show the way.
NFL quarterback Russell Wilson announced his retirement after 14 seasons that included a Super Bowl championship, 10 Pro Bowl selections, and 353 total touchdowns. The beloved player is joining CBS Sports as an analyst and leaves the game with gratitude for every team and fan who supported his journey.
Buck Martinez, the beloved voice of Toronto Blue Jays baseball, is retiring after nearly 45 years with the organization as a player, manager, and broadcaster. The Canadian sports icon who once doubted his trade to Toronto now calls it the best thing that ever happened to him.
Ghana just passed a landmark bill creating a dedicated sports fund to solve decades of underfunding that's held back athletes. The Ghana Olympic Committee says this stable financing will transform how the country develops talent and competes globally.
Ridzuan Puzi, Malaysia's groundbreaking Paralympic champion who won gold in Rio 2016, is retiring after a decade of shattering expectations and rewriting what's possible for para athletes. His journey from a young boy with cerebral palsy to world record holder has inspired a generation.
Track legend Allyson Felix is using her business platform to reshape women's sports from the inside. Through two companies, she's backing female athletes and building the infrastructure women's sports needs to thrive.
Mixed martial arts just became a compulsory event at Nigeria's biggest sporting competition, opening doors for fighters nationwide. The 2026 National Sports Festival in Enugu will mark the first time MMA athletes compete alongside traditional sports on the national stage.
Ghana has joined forces with Morocco to upgrade sports facilities and create new opportunities for young athletes across the country. The partnership marks a major step forward in developing the next generation of sporting talent.
At 85, Andhuram Das still runs 10 kilometers most mornings and recently won two bronze medals in masters athletics. The retired teacher from Assam has spent nearly 60 years training over 1,000 students in sports, introducing entire generations to Kho Kho.
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