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AstroTurf Leads Innovation in Player Safety and Sustainability for Modern Sport

Artificial turf technology is evolving towards carbon neutrality and sustainability using bio-based materials from sugar cane.

fromWIRED

Cloning Came to Polo. Then Things Got Truly Uncivilized

Adolfo Cambiaso, a top polo player, is utilizing biotechnology to revolutionize horse breeding in the sport.

fromCyclingnews

Pro Bike: Biniam Girmay's Cube Litening in sprint mode

Biniam Girmay is a groundbreaking cyclist known for his sprinting talent and fan loyalty, marking significant achievements in the Tour de France.

Miami

fromVulture

How to Watch (and Get Really, Really Into) Banana Ball

Banana Ball transforms baseball into a fast-paced, entertaining sport with unique rules and performances by the Savannah Bananas.

fromMail Online

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

Futuristic technologies powering Wimbledon 2025, revealed

Wimbledon 2025 introduces AI line judges, replacing human officials for the first time in history.

Women in technology

fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008

inside NIKE's sports research lab, faith kipyegon's four-minute mile takes shape

NIKE's collaboration with Faith Kipyegon aims for a sub-four-minute mile using advanced performance research.

PUMA Unveils Official Premier League Match Ball with the Launch of the 'Have a Ball' Campaign | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

PUMA has officially stepped into one of football's biggest arenas with the unveiling of the Orbita Ultimate PL, the new official match ball for the 2025/26 Premier League season.

English Premier League

Soccer (FIFA)

fromESPN.com

Is the future of soccer in new, chaotic tournaments fueled by viral moments and celebrities?

The Baller League represents a new trend in alternative soccer formats, merging entertainment with sport.

These new tournaments, including the Baller League, emphasize smaller teams and unique gameplay, attracting diverse audiences.

MMA

fromFuturism

New Olympics-Style Games Will Let Contestants Dope Up on as Many Steroids and Drugs as They Want

The Enhanced Games encourages the use of performance-enhancing drugs in a competitive sporting event, claiming to innovate the future of athletics.

Soccer (FIFA)

fromwww.theguardian.com

fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Smoke cannons, rolling subs and goals aplenty: welcome to World Sevens football

World Sevens Football combines competitiveness with a playful atmosphere, promoting fun and enjoyment in women's football.

Artificial intelligence

Meet the Acemate: The First AI-Powered Tennis Robot That Rallies Back | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Acemate is the first tennis robot that simulates real match scenarios, enhancing training through advanced AI and mobility.

fromCyclingnews

'We're here to tear it down and rebuild it from scratch' - Formula Fixed indoor short track racing series charts path for US launch

"This is a format that is broadcast-friendly, spectator-first, and built to create viral moments through a competitive setup that never stands still," said Clare Grady, who also serves as the general manager of the Bay Breakers pro.

Bicycling

Boston Red Sox

fromMLB Trade Rumors

The Rawlings Icon was named the Bat Bros' "Youth Bat of the Year"! (Sponsored)

The 2025 Rawlings Icon bat combines innovative technology with performance, making it a premier choice for youth athletes.

fromwww.theguardian.com

A $15m jockeys racing league would relegate real stars to supporting role

A new international jockeys' league is launching in 2026 with leading riders to attract a younger audience for horse racing.

OMG science

fromenglish.elpais.com

Sperm races: The latest brainchild of American millionaires

Sperm Racing aims to raise awareness about male fertility by turning sperm motility into a competitive sport.

Miami Marlins

fromstupidDOPE

New Era and adidas Launch New Official On-Field Caps for Top NCAA Baseball Teams | stupidDOPE

New Era and adidas unveil official caps for NCAA baseball programs, enhancing player experience and fan culture.

The partnership merges tradition with innovation in collegiate sports gear.

fromWIRED

Meet the Trio of Tech Startups Bringing Live Sports to Blind Fans

Instead of quickly becoming yesterday's news like most others, those videos gave the founders the same idea: to create a device that would change how visually impaired people watch sport forever.

Wearables

fromWho What Wear

Inside the League Where Athletes Track Recovery With Samsung's Galaxy Ring

The Samsung Galaxy Ring is a wellness innovation that helps athletes optimize their performance by tracking sleep and recovery, redefining how sports training is approached.

Wearables

Bicycling

fromcyclingnews.com