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Devin Brown goes nuts when the USA team scores against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup. July 1, 2026. Photo Credit: Scott Utterback/Courier Journal/USA TODAY via Imagn Images
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Will The 2026 FIFA World Cup Prove Soccer is the World’s Biggest Sport?

SportsEpreneur has estimated that 3.5 billion fans enjoy soccer. WorldPopulationReview has reported the same figure. In comparison, American football has around 400 million...

May 16, 2026; Laurel, MD, USA; Bettors view races in a betting parlor during the 151st Preakness Stakes day at Laurel Park. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images
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What Do Horse Racing Betting Odds Really Mean?

When you look at a race card and see a horse listed at 5/1 or 11/4, it’s easy to treat those numbers as...

Stockton Kings’ DaQuan Jefferies, right, is fouled by Greensboro Swam’s Jonas Aidoo during the second game of the NBA G League basketball championship at the Adventist Health Arena in downtown Stockton on Apr. 10, 2026. The Kings lost 119-104.
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Minor League, Semi-Pro Sports Have Semi-Hidden Money Problem

When fans picture a professional athlete, they imagine guaranteed contracts, signing bonuses and direct deposits hitting the account every two weeks. That is...

Feb 9, 2026; Livigno, Italy; Zoi Sadowski Synnott of New Zealand on the podium after the women's snowboarding big air final during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Livigno Snow Park. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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New Zealand’s Sporting Spirit Extends to All Walks of Life

Inspiration for New Zealand’s competitive spirit comes from both the historic bravery of Sir Edmund Hillary and the incredible feats of today’s world-class...

Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Connor Hellebuyck (37) of Team United States drinks from a water bottle during a stoppage in play against Team Canada in the Gold Medal Game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Losing Fluids Can Hurt a Hockey Player’s Game Significantly

Late in the third period, a defenseman who skated cleanly for two periods is a half-step behind the play. His first pass misses...

June 15, 2026; Seattle, Washington, U.S.; Belgium's Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne celebrate their first goal an own goal scored by Egypt's Mohamed Hany. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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What Went Wrong for Belgium’s Golden Generation?

From September 2018 to March 2022, Belgium sat atop the FIFA world rankings, a run bettered only by Brazil and Spain. They had...

Lions running back Jamaal Williams, center, sits in an ice bath after practice during the first day of training camp July 27, 2022 in Allen Park. Credit: Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK
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Ice Bath Evolution Continues to Power Athlete Recovery

If you follow any NBA superstar or NFL pro on social media, you have definitely seen the photo: a muscular, heavily conditioned athlete...

Jun 8, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) shoots against San Antonio Spurs guard De'aaron Fox (4) in the fourth quarter during game three of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Sports Betting Strategies Between Basketball and Soccer Are Significantly Different

At first glance, betting on basketball and soccer seems pretty similar. But once you get the feel for each sport, strategies start to...

Feb 9, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA; The Super Bowl 61 (LXI) logo at the Super Bowl LX host committee handoff press conference at Moscone Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Major Sports Events Are Turning Casual Fans Into Daily Diehards

Major sports events do not just create viewers. They create habits. The Super Bowl, NBA Playoffs, March Madness, the World Cup, and the...

May 18, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; A general view of Q2 Stadium, the location chosen by Saudi Arabia as their base camp for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images
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How Do Major Events Like The 2026 World Cup Drive User Acquisition?

Events such as the FIFA World Cup do not come around often, so when they do, they have a big impact. One of...

Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) against the Phoenix Suns during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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What Does Consistency Really Look Like in Competitive Sports?

You won’t see anyone replaying a six-yard run on TikTok or making a highlight mix of the same pick-and-roll three times in a...

May 1, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Vegas Golden Knights and Utah Mammoth shake hands after game six of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Physicality and Experience Drove the Utah Mammoth to Extinction

Game 6 did not go according to plan for the Utah Mammoth. After a heartbreaking Game 5, the young squad felt confident they...

Aug 14, 2022; Paradise, Nevada, USA; A Las Vegas Raiders fan checks his phone during a preseason game between the Raiders and the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
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Sports Fans Care About Payout Speed More Than Ever

Sports fans have always wanted things fast. Fast injury updates. Fast news and trade rumors. Fast box scores. Fast highlights before the game...

Jan 25, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Fans hold up signs during the Australia Day game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports
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Australia’s First NBA House Event Marks New Era for the Sport

There has always been a quiet but fierce obsession with basketball in Australia. Usually involving bleary-eyed fans waking up at 4 AM to...