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Remembering the First U.S. Olympic Team
Author Jim Reisler answers questions about America’s first Olympic team, the subject of his recent book.
9 Things You May Not Know About Wimbledon
As play begins at Wimbledon 2012, explore nine surprising facts about the world’s most prestigious tennis tournament.
Horse Racing’s Triple Crown: 10 Fast Facts
As I’ll Have Another drops out of Saturday’s Belmont Stakes, it will be at least another year before a horse can finally win American racing’s ultimate prize.
The Olympic Torch Relay’s Surprising Origins
The ritual of the Olympic torch relay originated not in ancient Greece, but in Nazi Germany.
8 Surprising Fenway Park Events
On the 100th anniversary of the first Major League Baseball game at Fenway Park, explore eight surprising dates from the stadium’s hidden history.
Titanic’s Tennis Star Survivors
One hundred years ago, Tennis Hall of Famers Dick Williams and Karl Behr survived the most famous shipwreck in history.
Baseball’s First Fountain of Youth
In 1889, pitcher Pud Galvin turned to a dubious elixir in hopes of reviving his baseball career.
Wilt Chamberlain’s Epic Evening
Fifty years ago today, basketball Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain achieved one of the most incredible feats in sports history: scoring 100 points in a single NBA game.
Super Bowl Owes Its Name to a Bouncy Ball
Professional football’s championship game owes its name to an unlikely source: the ultra-bouncy balls that entranced American children in the 1960s and 1970s.
Gladiator Cries Foul Over Ref’s Blown Call From the Grave
Did a referee’s blown call cost a Roman gladiator his life some 1,800 years ago?
How the U.S. President Became the Nation’s Star Athlete
What’s up with Obama’s ping-pong and JFK’s touch football? Just ask Teddy Roosevelt.
The History of Ballpark Food
With baseball season back in full swing, we take a look at classic ballpark snacks like hot dogs, peanuts and Cracker Jack.
Baseball Opening Day Fun Facts
From record-breaking feats to streaking fans, Opening Day has seen its share of memorable moments in baseball history.
