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Team USA is building the most advanced bobsleds in its history using technology from planes and missiles. Four Utah companies are partnering to create next-generation sleds ahead of the 2034 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics.
The NFL is hand-painting supersized artworks onto football field turf, starting with a stunning mural beneath the Eiffel Tower. The league's new Color Field initiative bridges sports and fine arts while expanding to new global audiences.
Rugby league's relaxed player eligibility rules are transforming the World Cup from a two-team race into a true global competition. Players like Kalyn Ponga can now represent their heritage nations while still playing State of Origin, making the tournament stronger than ever.
A little-known Ohio runner who trains mostly on a Planet Fitness treadmill is about to attempt breaking the American marathon record this weekend in Chicago. Vincent Mauri's unconventional training has captivated the running world after his record-breaking debut marathon in April.
Athletes shattered more than 50 world records at the Asian Games in Nagoya, proving elite performance can thrive even when logistics stumble. The massive event hosted over 17,000 competitors who delivered breakthrough moments in swimming, shooting, and weightlifting.
The Asian Games just got a major upgrade with six brand-new sports making their debut in Aichi-Nagoya, from virtual reality taekwondo to football-meets-table tennis. Athletes from 45 countries are now competing in everything from surfing to BMX freestyle, showcasing the future of global competition.
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is leading a growing movement among NFL players demanding natural grass fields after suffering painful turf burns that kept him awake at night. The player-driven campaign is gaining momentum as 16 of 30 NFL stadiums now feature grass, including Buffalo's brand new Highmark Stadium.
Athletics launched its flashiest event yet with pink sandpits, light shows, and record-breaking prize money. The World Athletics Ultimate Championship brought 20,000 fans to their feet as the sport's biggest names competed in a revolutionary three-day format.
A Toronto company created a pitching robot that helps baseball players practice against virtual versions of real pitchers, complete with 100+ mph fastballs and wicked breaking balls. Nearly every MLB team now uses the technology to help batters prepare for the toughest pitchers in the game.
Speedo just launched smart goggles that analyze every aspect of your swimming without needing a screen or subscription. The iQ system tracks all four strokes, breathing patterns, and distance for just $189.
A 10-handicap golfer discovered he was losing 12 yards off the tee—not because of his swing, but because his driver shaft didn't match his tempo. A simple shaft swap at a California fitting center proved the right equipment match matters more than raw power.
Chinese humanoid robots just ran faster than the world's greatest sprinter, clocking the 100-meter dash in 9.39 seconds at Beijing's World Humanoid Robot Games. It's a jaw-dropping showcase of how quickly robotics technology is advancing.