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The Kentucky Derby’s Forgotten Black Jockeys
As Kevin Krigger seeks to become the first black jockey to win the Kentucky Derby since 1902, learn about the African-American riders who once ruled the race.
10 Things You May Not Know About March Madness
Get the facts on the history of March Madness, the single-elimination college basketball tournament that many consider the best event in sports.
Famous Brothers in History
As siblings Jim and John Harbaugh lead their teams into Super Bowl XLVII, explore some of history’s most famous brothers.
A Brief History of College Bowl Games
As college football kicks off 2013 with six bowl games, explore the history of this New Year’s Day tradition.
6 Things You May Not Know About the World Series
As the San Francisco Giants and Detroit Tigers get ready to square off in the 108th World Series, explore six surprising facts about the Fall Classic.
Document Banning Pete Rose From Baseball Goes on Sale
The 1989 agreement that banned Pete Rose, baseball’s all-time hits leader, from the sport is being put up for auction.
How Teddy Roosevelt Saved Football
As the NFL season kicks off, look back at football’s brutal beginnings and President Theodore Roosevelt’s quest to save the sport from abolition.
Remembering Long-Distance Swimmer Gertrude Ederle
As Diana Nyad abandons her swim from Cuba to Key West, take a look back at the first woman to swim the English Channel.
5 Myths About the Ancient Olympics
Although shrouded in myth, the ancient Olympics were surprisingly similar to the modern Olympic Games.
5 Sports That Haven’t Made It Into the Olympics (Yet)
They may have tons of fans and participants around the world, but these sports still aren’t part of the ultimate international competition.
Shortcuts to the Gold: 9 Cheaters in Olympic History
Although Olympians pledge to celebrate “the true spirit of sportsmanship,” explore nine instances when athletes tried to deceive their way to the top.
10 Things You Didn’t Know About the Summer Olympics
As athletes from 205 countries gather for the opening ceremonies of the 2012 London Games, explore 10 surprising facts about the Summer Olympics.
5 Strange Olympic Sports You Won’t See at the 2012 London Games
As the 2012 Summer Olympic Games get underway in London, explore five bizarre Olympic sports that haven’t been seen since the early 20th century.
