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#chess
Board games
fromThe Walrus
7 hours ago

The Stress of Elite Chess Is Wearing Down the Game's Champions | The Walrus

Exceptional chess talent is nurtured from a young age, leading to intense dedication and a singular focus on the game.
MMA
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Chess: Uzbekistan's new star shows Asia's continued rise

Javokhir Sindarov won the World Chess Candidates Tournament, securing a match against reigning champion Dommaraju Gukesh in 2026.
Board games
fromThe Walrus
7 hours ago

The Stress of Elite Chess Is Wearing Down the Game's Champions | The Walrus

Exceptional chess talent is nurtured from a young age, leading to intense dedication and a singular focus on the game.
MMA
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Chess: Uzbekistan's new star shows Asia's continued rise

Javokhir Sindarov won the World Chess Candidates Tournament, securing a match against reigning champion Dommaraju Gukesh in 2026.
#esports
#premier-league
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Premier League Top 50: Ranking the best players of the season with a month to go

Individual brilliance becomes crucial in the Premier League as the season approaches its climax, impacting title races and relegation battles significantly.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
English Premier League

How 11 Premier League teams could qualify for Europe

The Premier League could have 11 teams in Europe due to new European Performance Spots and potential outcomes of domestic competitions.
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Tracking Europe's top soccer leagues: Title races, UCL, relegation

The Premier League title race is heating up, with Arsenal and Manchester City vying for the top position as the season nears its end.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
9 hours ago

Glasner will not sacrifice Premier League games for Conference League push - Soccer News

Oliver Glasner will not prioritize the Conference League over Premier League fixtures despite recent draws.
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Premier League Top 50: Ranking the best players of the season with a month to go

Individual brilliance becomes crucial in the Premier League as the season approaches its climax, impacting title races and relegation battles significantly.
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Tracking Europe's top soccer leagues: Title races, UCL, relegation

The Premier League title race is heating up, with Arsenal and Manchester City vying for the top position as the season nears its end.
Media industry
fromDigiday
1 day ago

As upfront negotiations near, buyers chart path through complex sports market

Fragmentation of sports broadcasting complicates viewing for fans and advertising strategies for brands.
Fundraising
fromESPN.com
1 day 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.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
1 day 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.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromwww.cbc.ca
21 hours 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.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Ball x Pit's next update adds 11 more balls to the fray on April 27

The upcoming update for Ball x Pit introduces new characters, balls, passive upgrades, and a new building, enhancing gameplay dynamics.
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Are World Cup Tickets Worth the Price Tag?

Kahn believed that the formalization of ticket scalping online provided sports teams with valuable information about demand, enabling them to make more money without alienating loyal fans.
Bayern Munich
Boston Bruins
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Previews, stats, schedule, bracket

Eight teams begin their postseason journeys in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs, with key matchups and scoring leaders highlighted.
Juventus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend's action

Donnarumma's goalkeeping is crucial for Manchester City despite occasional mistakes, while Curtis Jones adapts well to playing right-back for Liverpool.
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Robots beat human records at Beijing half-marathon | TechCrunch

The winning robot completed the race in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, significantly faster than the human world record of 57 minutes recently set by Jacob Kiplimo.
Running
fromGamesBeat
4 days ago

10 years in gaming: Sportfive shares lessons from its first decade in interactive media

Sportfive's gaming department, which started with just three dedicated employees in 2016, has now expanded to a robust team of 80, highlighting the agency's commitment to the gaming sector.
Marketing
#gaming-industry
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
3 days ago

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

How the Gaming Market Continues to Expand

The gaming market is evolving into a mainstream, influential entertainment industry, driven by mobile gaming and diverse player demographics.
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
3 days ago

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

How the Gaming Market Continues to Expand

The gaming market is evolving into a mainstream, influential entertainment industry, driven by mobile gaming and diverse player demographics.
fromSoccer News
4 days ago

Glasner: Palace deserve to be in Conference League semi-finals - Soccer News

"Quarter-finals are never easy and we made it a bit tougher than it needed to be. Fiorentina got the belief back with the penalty. It was a very difficult game to manage to be honest."
English Premier League
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
3 days ago

Capitals players have varying opinions about playing in World Championship after season cut short early

Ryan Leonard and Cole Hutson are considering representing Team USA at the 2026 IIHF World Championship in Switzerland.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Fantasy Women's Hoops 2026 draft guide: Rankings, strategies and more

Fantasy women's basketball offers a platform to draft WNBA stars and compete in leagues with friends or the public.
Poker
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

LIV Golf CEO says league has financial commitment to finish season

LIV Golf is financially committed to complete the 2026 season despite funding uncertainties from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.
FC Barcelona
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Champions League review: cunning Kane, PSG click into form and a bloodied pundit

Bayern Munich defeated Real Madrid 4-3, winning 6-4 on aggregate to advance to the semi-finals against PSG.
#stanley-cup
National Hockey League
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Stanley Cup contender flaws: Top issues for NHL playoff teams

The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs face criticism for the seeding system, impacting strong teams like the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

NHL player, coach, GM predict the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs

Pittsburgh, Carolina, and Tampa Bay are underestimated teams poised for success in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
National Hockey League
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Stanley Cup contender flaws: Top issues for NHL playoff teams

The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs face criticism for the seeding system, impacting strong teams like the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

NHL player, coach, GM predict the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs

Pittsburgh, Carolina, and Tampa Bay are underestimated teams poised for success in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
fromDefector
6 days ago

Should I Take My Two-Year-Old To A Soccer Match Abroad, Or Can I Leave Him At Home? | Defector

Traveling internationally with a toddler requires careful planning and consideration. The longest flight a child has taken should be factored into the decision-making process.
Parenting
Barcelona
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Champions League live updates: Atleti-Barca, Liverpool-PSG

The UEFA Champions League semifinalists will be decided this week during the second leg of the quarterfinal matches.
Toronto
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Answering some big questions for the rest of the golf season

Rory McIlroy won the 90th Masters, marking his second consecutive victory and raising questions about his future performance in major tournaments.
fromEngadget
6 days ago

League of Legends' new WASD control scheme will be enabled for ranked later this month

"There's still a small delta in the win-rates between the control schemes, with Point and Click having a minor advantage. We expect that difference will decrease over time as players gain more mastery with WASD, but we will continue to monitor this stat in the future."
Games
#nhl
fromPuck Prose
2 months ago
National Hockey League

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.
Boston Bruins
fromDefector
3 days ago

The Sweeties And Enemies Of The NHL Playoffs | Defector

NHL playoff teams are categorized into 'sweeties' and 'enemies' based on their perceived qualities.
Video games
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

The Dodgers of esports: How L.A.'s Liquid Guild won the attention of over 100,000 people

The Race to World First in World of Warcraft is a competitive event where teams race to complete difficult content first, requiring extensive preparation and teamwork.
Board games
fromBoard Game Quest
1 day ago

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 4/20/26

A variety of crowdfunding board games are featured, including solo and co-op options, strategic gameplay, and travel-friendly designs.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
3 days ago

Can I Bet on Ping Pong on DraftKings Sportsbook? - Bleacher Nation

DraftKings offers a comprehensive table tennis betting section with competitive odds and a variety of betting options.
Poker
fromFuturism
4 days ago

More Than Half of Men Aged 18 to 49 Have Already Fallen Into Online Sports Betting

Sports betting has surged in popularity since 2018, raising concerns over addiction and financial issues among Americans.
Women
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Fantasy women's basketball rankings: Top 100 players for 2026

Rankings are essential for ESPN Fantasy Women's Basketball, aiding in draft preparation and roster planning.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
5 days ago

What a difference a year makes for the Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs faced a disappointing season, culminating in a loss to the Ottawa Senators, leading to significant organizational changes.
Video games
fromwww.theverge.com
1 day ago

Fortnite developers can make AI characters now just don't try to date them

Epic Games introduces an AI conversations tool for Fortnite, allowing creators to develop unscripted, interactive NPCs for player engagement.
LA Clippers
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

The League of Legends KeSPA cup will air globally on Disney+

Disney+ will stream major esports tournaments, expanding its reach beyond Asia to a global audience.
Games
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Pokemon Champions is off to a rough start

Pokémon Champions is a free-to-start battle sim with bugs and design issues, but offers competitive gameplay for serious players.
Women
fromBustle
6 days ago

The WNBA Is About To Have Its Biggest Season Yet

The WNBA reached a new collective bargaining agreement that significantly improves player salaries and benefits, allowing the regular season to proceed.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
1 week ago

What Sports are Available in DFS Pick'em Contests? - Bleacher Nation

DFS pick'em platforms offer extensive coverage across various sports, with major leagues like NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL being the most prominent.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Fairgames Has An Extraction Shooter Mode As Marathon Struggles

Fairgames features a new mode called 'Cargo Heist' that involves completing objectives and extracting loot in a multiplayer heist shooter format.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks 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
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Blizzard just made Overwatch's best mode much worse

The developers say they modified Mystery Heroes "to help keep the mode's casual pace intact while mitigating some of the more extreme pain points it's had in the past." Removing perks helps players clock what's going on a bit faster, but it diminishes the fun.
Video games
Games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Pokemon Champions Has A Built-In Way To Cheat Out Of Losing Rank

Timing out opponents in Pokémon Champions can prevent rank loss, leading to potential exploitation of the game's ruleset.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks 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.
Video games
fromThedrum
6 days ago

Why Brands Need To Pick Up The Controller And Level Up In The Gaming World

The pandemic significantly increased gaming engagement, with mobile gaming becoming a key focus for brands and content creators.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks 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.
US Elections
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 weeks ago

A bracket full of robots, tariffs, and the push to live forever

SaaSpocalypse, Tariffs, Longevity, and Robotics advance to the final four in the business-focused March Madness bracket after reader voting.
#world-cup
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

What to look out for in World Cup play-offs

The World Cup play-offs begin with four European spots available, featuring teams like Wales, Northern Ireland, and Sweden competing for qualification.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Taking wildcards, leaving out stars - the art of World Cup squad building

Thomas Tuchel faces challenges in selecting the final England squad for the World Cup, balancing talent with team dynamics and player roles.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

What to look out for in World Cup play-offs

The World Cup play-offs begin with four European spots available, featuring teams like Wales, Northern Ireland, and Sweden competing for qualification.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Taking wildcards, leaving out stars - the art of World Cup squad building

Thomas Tuchel faces challenges in selecting the final England squad for the World Cup, balancing talent with team dynamics and player roles.
FC Barcelona
fromSoccer News
3 weeks ago

Nobodys going to give anything away for free in Champions League, warns Graham Hansen - Soccer News

Barcelona aims to maintain their dominance in the Women's Champions League against Real Madrid, emphasizing the need for focus and competitiveness.
Miami Marlins
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

TGL playoffs: What to watch in the semifinals

Atlanta Drive GC defends its SoFi Cup championship against Los Angeles Golf Club in the first semifinal, while Boston Common pursues a worst-to-first season against Jupiter Links Golf Club, with winners advancing to a best-of-three finals series.
Social media marketing
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 month ago

Reddit shares insight into the growth of sports fandoms in the app

Reddit published a comprehensive guide showing how users engage with sports content, revealing NFL season as the dominant driver of app downloads and engagement, with significant spikes during March Madness, Kentucky Derby, and other major sporting events.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Six Nations jury: Did France deserve the title, how can Ireland improve and who is your player of the tournament?

Ultimately, they made their dominance count on their good days and picked up the bonus points they needed along the way. To concede 96 points in the last two games will undermine their credentials as an all-time winner, but they were the best of the bunch in 2026.
New York Rangers
Video games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Marathon Cracks Down On Cool Exploits To Make Things Fair

Bungie has removed the slide-canceling exploit in Marathon to maintain balanced gameplay and has updated the Outpost loot area.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

In the killer world of online gaming, there are no hits any more just survivors

Highguard's rapid failure demonstrates that modern online games face extreme pressure to deliver immediate returns, leaving no room for player learning curves or developer iteration.
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
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

The Best Place to See Great Tennis? Anywhere But the Gram Slams

On a Wednesday in the desert last March, Reilly Opelka, the American with a cannon of a serve, was grinding out a tough match against French number one Arthur Rinderknech. Nearby, former US Open men's finalist Kei Nishikori beat Luca Nardi, part of the new wave of Italian talent, while Brazilian phenom Joao Fonseca closed out Pavel Kotov, who reached number 50 in the world in 2024.
World news
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
1 month ago

What Does "Flex" Mean in a DFS Pick'em Contest Entry? - Bleacher Nation

Flex Play on PrizePicks allows payouts for missing one or two picks with lower multipliers, while Power Play requires all picks correct for higher multipliers up to 37.5x.
Miscellaneous
fromWIRED
2 months ago

How Curling Became the Winter Olympics' Favorite Fixation

Curling originated in 16th-century Scotland, thrived during historically colder winters, and its history reflects past climate conditions.
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.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
2 months ago

I Love This Dart Counter for Local and Online Matches

Auto-scoring light ring with four HD cameras and DartCounter app delivers accurate scoring, statistics, practice modes, and online multiplayer to improve and enjoy darts.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How brands can align their interests with the interests of gamers

Brands can increase engagement and reach diverse audiences by integrating ads into interactive gaming experiences and aligning brand goals with player interests.
Media industry
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Livestreaming and eSports to drive the sports market in Asia

Asia is the fastest-growing sports market, driven by mobile, OTT, eSports, and live streaming, prompting platforms and brands to prioritize creative digital sports experiences.
fromDefector
1 month ago

The Big Winner Of The Champions League Playoff Was Its Smallest Team

Paris Saint-Germain had a bit more trouble separating itself from its Ligue 1 rival Monaco than predicted, but rode a 3-2 first leg win to a 5-4 aggregate victory. Newcastle demolished Qarabag, 9-3. Atlético Madrid turned a 3-3 first-leg draw around with a 4-1 second leg at home to dump out Club Brugge. Bayer Leverkusen vs. Olympiacos was a snoozer, won 2-0 on aggregate by the former.
Soccer (FIFA)
National Hockey League
fromPuck Prose
1 month ago

We need an All-Star Game Rotation!

A four-year rotating schedule alternating between traditional NHL All-Star Games and international hockey tournaments can revitalize mid-season interest and capitalize on growing fan enthusiasm for international competition.
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.
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