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Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
19 hours ago

New AI-Powered Robot Can Destroy Human Champions at Ping Pong

AI-powered robot Ace has achieved expert-level performance in table tennis, defeating elite players and marking a significant milestone in robotics.
Games
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Man vs Machine: Ping pong robot wins against three elite players

An AI robot named Ace has won matches against elite table tennis players, showcasing advanced capabilities in real-time sports interactions.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
19 hours ago

New AI-Powered Robot Can Destroy Human Champions at Ping Pong

AI-powered robot Ace has achieved expert-level performance in table tennis, defeating elite players and marking a significant milestone in robotics.
Games
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Man vs Machine: Ping pong robot wins against three elite players

An AI robot named Ace has won matches against elite table tennis players, showcasing advanced capabilities in real-time sports interactions.
#youth-sports
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Dangers of Winning at All Costs for Youth Athletes

Sport for young athletes should prioritize fun over pressure, allowing for competition without compromising enjoyment and personal development.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Dangers of Winning at All Costs for Youth Athletes

Sport for young athletes should prioritize fun over pressure, allowing for competition without compromising enjoyment and personal development.
LA Kings
fromLos Angeles Times
21 hours ago

Loyola High's Tripp King looks to become West Coast trendsetter in lacrosse

Tripp King is a standout lacrosse player, known for his exceptional speed and skill, helping elevate the sport's profile on the West Coast.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 day ago

Pre-Match Poser no.24: Can you answer this elite-level football quiz question?

The Pre-Match Poser challenges football knowledge with trivia about World Cup achievements and player milestones across European leagues.
fromSnowBrains
1 day ago

Why "On the Edge" is the Perfect Cure for the Ski Racing Off-Season - SnowBrains

What makes it shine are the behind-the-scenes moments throughout this five-part series. Without getting lost in technical detail or overselling the sport, it leans into what ski racing actually is: long travel days, fragile confidence, and moments where everything - a season, a career - comes down to a few seconds between gates.
Snowboarding
New York Knicks
fromDefector
2 days ago

Don't Make The Tiny Man Dribble While Everyone Else Stands Still | Defector

Jalen Brunson's playing style leads to isolation and impacts team dynamics during critical game moments.
#robotics
Games
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Ace the Ping-Pong Robot Can Whup Your Ass

Ace, a robot developed by Sony AI, aims to become the world champion of table tennis, showcasing advanced AI and robotics.
Roam Research
fromNature
4 days ago

Daily briefing: This AI-powered robot is a table-tennis master

A robotic arm outperforms elite ping-pong players, while new findings reveal astrocyte networks in mice and soil-eating behavior in Barbary macaques.
Games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Watch Sony's elite ping-pong robot beat top-ranked players

Sony's Ace robot can compete with and occasionally defeat top-ranked human table tennis players.
Games
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Ace the Ping-Pong Robot Can Whup Your Ass

Ace, a robot developed by Sony AI, aims to become the world champion of table tennis, showcasing advanced AI and robotics.
Roam Research
fromNature
4 days ago

Daily briefing: This AI-powered robot is a table-tennis master

A robotic arm outperforms elite ping-pong players, while new findings reveal astrocyte networks in mice and soil-eating behavior in Barbary macaques.
Games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Watch Sony's elite ping-pong robot beat top-ranked players

Sony's Ace robot can compete with and occasionally defeat top-ranked human table tennis players.
AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
1 day ago

Guardian: Games abroad allowed under new FIFA proposals - the situation after Milan-Como

AC Milan's planned game against Como in Australia fell through, but new FIFA proposals may allow for future international matches.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
3 days ago

Sports guidance to brands from three sources: Keep the fan top of mind and you might just win

Agencies are leveraging AI in sports marketing, but caution is needed to maintain fan trust and understanding.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

The #1 NFL Draft Pick Is a Finance Wonk Who Is a LinkedIn Power User - And He Treats Football Like a Corporate Job

Fernando Mendoza approached the NFL draft with a business mindset, interning in finance and preparing rigorously for his role as the Raiders' quarterback.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
2 days ago

Three Blackhawks Skating for the USA at World Championship (Report) - Bleacher Nation

Oliver Moore, Wyatt Kaiser, and Sam Lafferty will represent the United States at the upcoming Men's World Championship.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

'You see the mums and dads on the sidelines screaming and shouting, I'd be thinking, I wish she was here'

Mark Rutherford's journey in football has been defined by pivotal moments that illustrate how small decisions can lead to significant life changes. He emphasizes that many of his experiences, including personal losses and challenges, have shaped his character and career.
Liverpool FC
#pwhl
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

High stakes ahead for PWHL's super Saturday regular-season finale | CBC Sports

The final day of the PWHL regular season features crucial playoff implications for all teams involved.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

How the PWHL is trying to discourage teams from tanking | CBC Sports

Cheering for losses is common in some leagues, but the PWHL's Gold Plan incentivizes eliminated teams to win for better draft positions.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

High stakes ahead for PWHL's super Saturday regular-season finale | CBC Sports

The final day of the PWHL regular season features crucial playoff implications for all teams involved.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

How the PWHL is trying to discourage teams from tanking | CBC Sports

Cheering for losses is common in some leagues, but the PWHL's Gold Plan incentivizes eliminated teams to win for better draft positions.
Toronto Raptors
fromRaptors Rapture
2 days ago

Raptors' next-gen connection is heating up on the postseason stage

Scottie Barnes and Collin Murray-Boyles are emerging as key players for the Raptors, showcasing strong chemistry and potential for the team's future.
Toronto
fromEditor In Leaf
2 days ago

Maple Leafs can't wait to get this player off the books

Calle Järnkrok is set to become an unrestricted free agent, impacting the Maple Leafs' roster and salary cap situation.
Medicine
fromNature
4 days ago

What elite sport prepared me for in the lab - and what it didn't

Experiments in research can lead to unexpected results, causing disappointment and confusion, unlike clearer failures in sports.
Exercise
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Contributor: Regulate the 'Enhanced Games' as a medical experiment and a marketing stunt

The Enhanced Games promotes performance-enhancing drug use in sports, requiring athletes to enhance their abilities chemically.
fromOver the Monster
3 days ago

Are the Red Sox soft? Their pitiful play in poor weather sure seems to suggest so

We gotta start hitting the ball out of the ballpark. I think a lot of guys are gonna start to heat up. I was actually talking to folks from the other side, and they said after this cold weather you're gonna see a lot more home runs.
Boston Red Sox
Los Angeles
fromSoccer News
4 days ago

Los Angeles FC v Colorado Rapids: Wells excited to change status quo in MLS - Soccer News

Colorado Rapids aim to change the status quo in MLS as they prepare for a match against LAFC.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

How every 2027 five-star college football prospect will fit

Nearly half of the 21 five-star prospects in the 2027 recruiting cycle have committed, including top-ranked players at their positions.
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

NWSL, players association team up on Project ACL initiative

"The NWSLPA is proud to join Project ACL, which brings together players, leagues and researchers to better understand ACL injuries. That understanding requires looking beyond the individual and examining the conditions players train and compete in each day. Project ACL is an opportunity to build the kind of player-centric evidence that can lead to meaningful changes across women's professional soccer."
Women
New York Giants
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Meet the 2026 NFL draft's undiscovered gem: Prospect X

Prospect X showcases impressive physical attributes and speed, aiming to prove his worth to NFL clubs after overcoming past injuries.
Fundraising
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

CEO: PGA Tour will consider paths to bring back LIV players

PGA Tour is considering pathways for LIV Golf players to return, focusing on improving the tour's overall quality.
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Counter-Strike 2 Pro Issued 10-Year Ban After Punching Opponent

MAUschine was immediately escorted offstage following the assault and was subsequently issued a 10-year-long ban by event organizers DACH CS Masters. 'We do not tolerate physical assaults against other players at LAN and have acted accordingly,' DACH CS Masters announced.
MMA
#football
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Sargent's Norwich exit has helped one of USMNT's World Cup rivals

Mohamed Touré will represent Australia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup instead of Josh Sargent due to a transfer decision by Norwich City.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Data usage, AI's role and player welfare - 'Football in 10 Years' discussion

AI will significantly influence football analysis and presentation by 2036, but technology should not detract from the enjoyment and emotional aspects of the game.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Sargent's Norwich exit has helped one of USMNT's World Cup rivals

Mohamed Touré will represent Australia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup instead of Josh Sargent due to a transfer decision by Norwich City.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Data usage, AI's role and player welfare - 'Football in 10 Years' discussion

AI will significantly influence football analysis and presentation by 2036, but technology should not detract from the enjoyment and emotional aspects of the game.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

My parents opened a bowling center when I was an infant. Now, I'm a millionaire thanks to my professional bowling career.

My parents had family visiting the small town where we all still live. It was the mid-80s, and bowling was just becoming a thing in bigger cities like Sydney.
Skiing
#nhl
LA Kings
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Kings trying to fend off elimination, one game at a time

The Kings must focus on winning one game at a time to overcome a 3-0 series deficit against the Avalanche.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromEditor In Leaf
5 days ago

Maple Leafs' next GM doesn't have to do anything right away

Steve Yzerman faces pressure to improve the Red Wings after a disappointing season, while the Maple Leafs' new GM has the luxury of time for decision-making.
fromPuck Prose
4 weeks ago
Chicago Blackhawks

Schaefer, Misa, and Frondell: Three Picks, Three Teams, One Goal to Change Everything

National Hockey League
fromPuck Prose
2 months ago

3 contenders under the most pressure after the Olympic break

Several NHL teams' late-season form, notably the Colorado Avalanche's recent slump, could significantly reshape the 2025-26 playoff landscape before the March 6 trade deadline.
LA Kings
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Kings trying to fend off elimination, one game at a time

The Kings must focus on winning one game at a time to overcome a 3-0 series deficit against the Avalanche.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromEditor In Leaf
5 days ago

Maple Leafs' next GM doesn't have to do anything right away

Steve Yzerman faces pressure to improve the Red Wings after a disappointing season, while the Maple Leafs' new GM has the luxury of time for decision-making.
Chicago Blackhawks
fromPuck Prose
4 weeks ago

Schaefer, Misa, and Frondell: Three Picks, Three Teams, One Goal to Change Everything

Matthew Schaefer, Michael Misa, and Anton Frondell signed NHL contracts after being top draftees in 2025, showcasing their potential to impact their teams.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Leagues to be allowed one game abroad a season under new Fifa proposals

Fifa proposes limiting domestic leagues to one foreign game per season with strict regulations and stakeholder approval required for international matches.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

"He Gave Himself A Thumbs Up During Sex": People Are Sharing What It's Like To Date Pro Athletes

Dating an athlete involves unique challenges and perks, including intense training schedules and competitive personalities.
Chicago Cubs
fromSI
4 days ago

Minor-League Baseball Games Should Be Having a Major Moment

Minor league baseball games offer affordable family-friendly entertainment and a chance to see MLB stars during rehab assignments.
Toronto Raptors
fromRaptors Republic
4 days ago

Can Scottie Barnes & Brandon Ingram lead the Raptors back against the Cavs?

Raptors face significant challenges against Cavaliers, needing perfection to overcome talent and experience deficits.
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Martin Breheny: The Dublin footballers need some help on the sideline - it's time to put in a call to Pat Gilroy

John O'Leary's save in the 1981 Dublin-Wicklow Leinster SFC quarter-final was one of the best seen in over 50 years of GAA coverage.
Liverpool FC
Running
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Using Sports to Develop Good Character

Sports provide opportunities to practice virtues and improve moral character through repeated intentional actions.
Women
fromwww.espn.com
5 days ago

College softball rankings: 2026 NCAA Week 11 Top 25 poll - ESPN

Alabama's high energy and communication were key to their victory over Kentucky.
Toronto
fromBlueJaysNation
1 week ago

The Blue Jays got their momentum back, but can they maintain the spark?

The 2026 Blue Jays faced a crisis with injuries and poor performance, leading to a sixth straight series loss against the Diamondbacks.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Top 10 tips to play and win ESPN fantasy women's basketball like the pros

ESPN Fantasy Women's Basketball returns with significant changes due to a new collective bargaining agreement affecting player movement and draft strategies.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

If the Premier League did an NFL-style draft, who would each team select?

The Premier League draft mimics the NFL draft, focusing on young talent under 23 to enhance team rosters.
#college-basketball
Podcast
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

A Post-Tournament Prospect Prospectus, With David Roth | Defector

David Roth shares insights on college basketball and draft prospects, highlighting specific players and intriguing archetypes.
Podcast
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

A Post-Tournament Prospect Prospectus, With David Roth | Defector

David Roth shares insights on college basketball and draft prospects, highlighting specific players and intriguing archetypes.
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Student-athletes more likely to attend school than peers, new research finds

"Kids show up to school when they feel connected to adults, peers and are engaged in something meaningful," said Hedy Chang, chief executive of Attendance Works.
US news
#toronto-maple-leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
5 days ago

Mark Masters calls Easton Cowan a big positive from a tough season

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a disappointing season, finishing second last in the Eastern Conference, with Easton Cowan showing promise despite the team's struggles.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
6 days ago

Mark Masters believes Mats Sundin could help unlock Nylander's next level: Leafs Morning Take

Toronto Maple Leafs will not participate in playoff hockey this spring after nine years, shifting focus to finding a new general manager.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
5 days ago

Mark Masters calls Easton Cowan a big positive from a tough season

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a disappointing season, finishing second last in the Eastern Conference, with Easton Cowan showing promise despite the team's struggles.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
6 days ago

Mark Masters believes Mats Sundin could help unlock Nylander's next level: Leafs Morning Take

Toronto Maple Leafs will not participate in playoff hockey this spring after nine years, shifting focus to finding a new general manager.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
6 days ago

What is a DFS Promo Pick? What to Know About Adding Promos to Entries - Bleacher Nation

Promo picks are specially designated player props with enhanced payouts or adjusted odds to drive engagement on daily fantasy sports platforms.
Atlanta Braves
fromESPN.com
4 weeks ago

College baseball Week 7: Top 25 rankings, top moments and what to watch

UCLA remains the top college baseball team, with significant shifts in rankings as teams like North Carolina and Alabama rise while Arkansas falls.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Kicked to the kerb' - is boxing failing its heroes?

Terry Spinks' fame masked a tragic decline into alcoholism and brain injury, highlighting the lack of care for retired boxers.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Does running more in a game actually make a difference?

Chelsea's underperformance is not solely due to being outrun, as running data shows mixed results in predicting match outcomes.
Exercise
fromElite Traveler
1 month ago

The Personal Trainers Trusted by Olympians and Hollywood Stars

Experienced personal trainers help clients achieve fitness goals through individualized training programs that address both physical and mental aspects of performance.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Football Manager gamer helps team win in real life

Kendrick suggested a formation change to 4-4-2, inspired by his online team and football manager Sean Dyche, leading to a 3-2 victory for KPR.
Liverpool FC
Manchester City
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

How assistant managers handle players, personal ambition

Pep Guardiola's Manchester City success relies heavily on contributions from accomplished assistant managers who provide tactical insights and strategic guidance.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Managing in an international break - and what to do when your star player does not come home

International breaks can be both an opportunity and a challenge for managers, impacting player performance and recovery.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

The 'anti-Lamine' backed to be one of best in world

Lewis Hall, Newcastle's 21-year-old left-back, has rapidly developed into a world-class defender capable of containing elite attackers like Barcelona's Lamine Yamal in Champions League competition.
Poker
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Relegation, enhanced postseason part of Rolapp's PGA Tour vision

PGA Tour plans a two-track tournament system with merit-based relegation and promotion, featuring 21-26 elevated events, expanded signature tournaments, and a revamped postseason potentially including match play.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Prep talk: Greatest individual performances in state basketball history

There was nothing quite like Tracy Murray scoring 64 points for Glendora in the 1989 Division II final at the Oakland Coliseum. Damien coach Mike LeDuc was then Glendora's coach. Glendora lost to Menlo 89-83.
Los Angeles
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How has personalization improved digital sports marketing?

Personalization is a tried-and-tested way to boost engagement while gathering valuable information about existing audiences - and is proving to be a key driver for the sports industry, says Rawnet's Harry Daniel. For brands looking to score with digital marketing, personalization is a winning long-term business strategy. Personalizing the user experience (UX) via websites and apps keeps fans engaged and enhances brand loyalty. It can help brands to grow, by extending their reach to new users and unleashing untouched opportunities for victory.
Online marketing
Education
fromScience of Running
8 months ago

Exploring the New Era of Training: Embracing Experimentation

Systematic, thoughtful experimentation with new technologies and methods, balanced against proven traditions, optimizes training and pushes athletic performance boundaries.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Teen sensations are meant to be one in a million so why does it feel as if prodigies are taking over? | Emma John

Recent years have seen a surge of young athletes achieving remarkable success in various sports, showcasing their exceptional talent at early ages.
Major League Baseball
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 month ago

MLB Announces Spring Breakout Tournament To Begin In 2027

MLB will convert Spring Breakout from exhibition games into single-elimination tournaments in 2027 and 2028, crowning separate Grapefruit and Cactus League champions while maintaining exhibition format in 2026.
National Basketball Association
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Language of basketball: How international NBA players think about the game

Giannis Antetokounmpo overcame early English and basketball-terminology gaps through focused coaching, repeated drills, and cultural adaptation as the NBA became increasingly international.
Los Angeles Rams
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Prep talk: College football coaches are watching track times

High school football players use track and field to demonstrate verified speed and explosiveness, gaining immediate college recruiter attention through electronic timing records.
Women
fromDefector
2 months ago

All I Want Is A Women's Hockey Broadcast That Talks About The Hockey | Defector

NBC broadcasters emphasize players' personal or family details over their athletic achievements, diminishing recognition of elite women's hockey accomplishments.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

What can players and clubs do about 'AI slop'?

AI-generated content of footballers is proliferating rapidly, creating challenges for players and clubs to protect their image rights and brands in an evolving legal landscape.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Out of contract in the summer - so what next for these stars?

Top WSL players nearing contract ends face decisions to stay or move, with Khadija Shaw urged to pursue trophies elsewhere.
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