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June 18, 2026
She changed her baby, then won gold. A generation of athletes are thriving in motherhood
Katie Lou Samuelson was about to compete for a gold medal, but her 3-month-old daughter didn’t know that. And when babies gotta go, they go. So minutes before Samuelson and the United States 3x3 basketball team took the court for the 2023 FIBA AmeriCup gold-medal game in San Juan, Puerto Rico,...
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June 18, 2026
Venture Firm Headed by Alexis Ohanian Acquires College Card Maker ONIT
Seven Seven Six, the venture capital firm founded by Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, has acquired college sports trading card company ONIT, the companies announced Thursday. Founded in 2022, ONIT has carved out a niche in the trading card industry by producing officially licensed collegiate trading cards featuring current student-athletes. The company works...
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June 17, 2026
Clair Health Raises $11.6M for Continuous Hormone-Tracking Wearable
Clair Health, a San Francisco startup founded in 2025 by Stanford graduates Jenny Duan and Abhinav Agarwal, has raised $11.6 million in seed funding to build the first noninvasive, continuous hormone-tracking wearable for women. The round was led by Khosla Ventures (known for backing DoorDash and Okta), with participation from...
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June 17, 2026
Caitlin Clark’s First Nike Sneaker Debuts Upper Technology With Meticulous, Aerodynamic Detailing
Nike has officially unveiled Caitlin Clark's first signature basketball shoe, the Caitlin 1, in a "Racer Blue" colorway with a white ripple effect inspired by the three-point arc. The shoe debuts new Nike Opticast technology, featuring molded polyurethane nodes engineered to reduce aerodynamic drag and maximize movement efficiency during explosive cuts—tailored specifically to...
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June 17, 2026
Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson collapsed at track event, lost pulse and was rushed to a Raleigh, NC hospital
Olympic bronze medalist Jenny Simpson collapsed during a track event in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, and suffered a life-threatening medical emergency. The 39-year-old runner, who won the 1500-meter bronze at the 2016 Rio Olympics, was pacing a group in a mile race at a community "Pop...
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June 16, 2026
Venus and Serena Williams ‘Back Together’ and Set to Play Doubles at Wimbledon for First Time in 10 Years
Venus and Serena Williams will play doubles at Wimbledon together this year for the first time in a decade after receiving a wildcard. The tournament's official Instagram account shared the news alongside a photo of the two on the court together, writing, "Back together, at Wimbledon." The legendary sisters have won doubles at the championships...
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June 15, 2026
The Sports Bra eyes national expansion amid financial challenges
The Sports Bra, a Portland-based sports bar that exclusively broadcasts women’s sports, is pursuing national franchise expansion while facing serious financial distress. In May 2026, the company announced it is “seeking everyday investors to take it to the next level: a national franchise expansion,” but securities filings reveal it is...
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June 15, 2026
Millions take calcium and vitamin D for stronger bones. A major review finds little benefit
A comprehensive review published in The BMJ suggests that calcium supplements, vitamin D supplements, or taking both together provide little to no clinically meaningful benefit in preventing fractures or falls for most older adults. Falls are a major health concern among seniors. Nearly one in three people age 65 and older experiences...
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June 15, 2026
The Sports Bra eyes national expansion amid financial challenges
The Sports Bra, the Portland-based sports bar that shows women’s sports, announced in May that it is “seeking everyday investors to take it to the next level: a national franchise expansion,” according to Jonathan Bach of the Portland OREGONIAN. However, securities filings show that the company is “bleeding red ink...
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June 12, 2026
WBSC, AWSN Announce Major Global Broadcast Deal for Women’s Softball and Baseball World Cups
The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) and the All Women's Sports Network (AWSN) have announced a major multi-year broadcast partnership that will deliver live global television coverage of both the Women's Softball World Cup and the Women's Baseball World Cup. This unprecedented deal ensures these flagship international tournaments will reach...
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June 12, 2026
What Actually Happens To Your Heart After Running A Marathon? Here’s What A Study Found
Marathon running is known for its health and fitness benefits. Millions of people around the world participate in these long-distance races each year to improve endurance, challenge themselves, and maintain an active lifestyle. However, the high physical demand of running 42.2 kilometers puts extreme stress on the body, especially on the...
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June 11, 2026
Is 40 the new 20 in women’s sports?
This CBC video titled "Is 40 the new 20 in women's sports?" explores why women athletes are having significantly longer careers in 2026. Reporter Tara De Boer examines the trend, highlighted by Serena Williams' comeback at age 44 to the tennis circuit, and investigates the reasons behind increasing career longevity...
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June 11, 2026
Harvard Study: This Common Food Group Raises Your Risk of Dementia by 58 Percent
A recent Harvard study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that consuming high amounts of ultraprocessed foods significantly increases the risk of dementia. Adults who ate the largest quantities of these foods had a 58% higher risk of developing dementia and a 46% higher risk of cognitive...
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June 11, 2026
WNBA Star Kelsey Plum Joins Adidas Women’s Basketball Roster
WNBA star Kelsey Plum has officially signed with Adidas Basketball, joining the brand in a new campaign for Anthony Edwards’ latest sneaker, the “Believe That 1” Takedown model. The signing was confirmed through Adidas’ social media, which revealed Plum’s appearance in the promotional material alongside Edwards. This marks a major...
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June 9, 2026
Women’s sport brought £55m boost to London in 2025, report finds
Women's sports events held in London in 2025 generated over £54.7 million for the city's economy, according to a City Hall report. The Women's Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham was the biggest contributor, producing an economic impact of £48.5 million. That match saw England defeat Canada 33-13 with 81,885...
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June 9, 2026
The 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026
This is TIME’s inaugural TIME100 Sports list, released June 9, 2026, recognizing the 100 most influential figures shaping global sports. The list spans athletes, executives, owners, media personalities, and leaders across athletics, business, and digital platforms, reflecting sports’ worldwide reach and diverse impact. The honorees include legendary athletes of their generation such...
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June 8, 2026
Competition Climbing’s G.O.A.T. Just Reached Legendary Status
Janja Garnbret is no stranger to success. The 27-year-old Slovenian is arguably the greatest competition climber of all time. She has won 49 gold medals on the World Cup circuit, the most elite level of competition. While Garnbret has never been a slouch in outdoor climbing (she’s sent V15 and 5.14d,...
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June 7, 2026
U.S. Women’s Open 2026 prize money: Full breakdown from $12.5 million purse
The 2026 U.S. Women's Open features a record-breaking $12.5 million purse, the largest in women's golf history. Nelly Korda won the 81st edition at Riviera Country Club, earning $2.5 million—the biggest paycheck in women's major history—along with her fourth major title. The winner's share increased from $2.4 million in each...
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June 2, 2026
New Research Says Morning Exercise Before 8 A.M. Could Dramatically Lower Your Heart Disease Risk
New research presented at the American College of Cardiology’s annual meeting finds that exercising in the early morning—specifically between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m.—is strongly linked to a significantly lower risk of heart disease and other metabolic conditions. The study, which analyzed long-term data from nearly 15,000 people using wearable...
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June 2, 2026
After escaping the Taliban and years in exile, the Afghan women’s soccer team rises again
Fatima Yousufi escaped the Taliban, arriving in Australia with a backpack and a burning ambition to play international soccer. Through their own determination and courage, and with family support, Yousufi and others like Mona Amini had been able to study, to play soccer for clubs and for the Afghanistan women’s...
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June 2, 2026
Just 2 Hours of Strength Training a Week May Help You Live Longer
Strength training is heralded as a valuable aspect of an exercise regimen and regular physical activity. Strength and resistance training offer myriad benefits, including improving bone strength and balance, and helping with weight management. A new study found that aiming for 90-120 minutes of strength training each week may help...
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June 1, 2026
JWS raises new money to expands its women’s sports media platform
Just Women's Sports (JWS) has secured a new seven-figure investment round led by Bolt Ventures, the family office of sports investor David Blitzer. This marks Blitzer's continued support for the company, having previously participated in JWS's 2022 financing. The funding round also included returning investors such as Starry Eyed Tomorrow...
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June 1, 2026
Serena Williams’ return joins the greatest comebacks in women’s sports
Serena Williams is returning to professional tennis at age 44 after nearly four years away from the sport. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has accepted a wild card invitation to play doubles at the HSBC Championships at Queen's Club in London, which starts June 6. Her doubles partner has...
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June 1, 2026
ESPN, Women’s National Football Conference Expand Rights Deal
ESPN and the Women's National Football Conference (WNFC) have expanded their partnership with a new two-year media rights agreement, doubling the duration from their previous one-year trial deal. This renewed contract ensures the women's professional tackle football league will continue receiving national broadcast exposure on ESPN platforms through 2027. The...
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June 1, 2026
People Abandon Fitness Routines as They Get Older, Study Finds
It’s no secret the fitness and wellness industry obsesses over acquiring younger members, but a new longitudinal study makes the case that what happens to the 55-year-old deserves equal attention, and reveals the opportunities that exist for fitness operators. So finds the HABITAT study (How Areas in Brisbane Influence Health...
