How Will David Ortiz Be Remembered?
The Boston Red Sox designated hitter is a legend on the field and beloved by fans—but his place in baseball’s official memory isn’t guaranteed.
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Colin Kaepernick's True Sin
The San Francisco quarterback has been attacked for refusing to stand for the Star Spangled Banner—and for daring to criticize the system in which he thrived.
Did Colin Kaepernick Really Insult the Troops?
The 49ers quarterback’s decision to sit during the national anthem is being framed by some as an affront to the American military.
The Education of Ryan Lochte
What he could learn from America’s public pools
Russia's Year of Sporting Ignominy Continues
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has upheld the International Paralympic Committee's ban on all Russian competitors at the games.
Rio 2016: Photos From the Final Weekend
Today’s final entry encompasses rhythmic gymnastics, wrestling, triathlon, mountain biking, canoe, modern pentathlon, soccer, the Closing Ceremony, and much more.
Immigrant Runners Are Winning More Than Olympic Medals
The successes of foreign-born athletes like Mo Farah and Bernard Lagat offer a rejoinder to nationalistic sentiment in the U.S. and Britain.
Why Isn’t There a U.S. Synchronized Swimming Team in Rio?
Americans once completely dominated the sport—but that hasn’t been the case since last century.
What Happened to the U.S. Olympic Swimmers in Rio?
The last of the four swimmers involved in a bizarre tale of robbery at gunpoint has paid $10,800 to resolve the case, for which Ryan Lochte and the U.S. Olympic Committee have apologized.
Rio 2016: Photos From Days 11 through 13
Over the two weeks of the games, I’ll be featuring some amazing images from recent Olympic events. Today’s entry encompasses gymnastics, BMX racing, water polo, beach volleyball, taekwondo, kayaking, women’s wrestling, and much more.