Sports

Joe Castiglione Announces Retirement: A Look Back at a Transformative Legacy at the University of Oklahoma

Legendary Oklahoma athletic director Joe Castiglione to retire after 30 years, having transformed its sports programs.

#oklahoma, #athletics, #retirement, #college sports, #leadership

Esports World Cup 2025 to Begin in Riyadh with Record $70 Million Prize Pool

The Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh boasts a $70 million prize pool across 25 competitions, fueling global esports excitement.

#esports, #riyadh, #gaming, #sports, #saudiarabia

United States and Mexico Renew Rivalry in 2025 Gold Cup Final

US and Mexico clash in CONCACAF Gold Cup Final, setting stage for 2026 World Cup preparations.

#soccer, #concacaf, #goldcup, #usmnt, #mexicoteam

Buss Family to Sell Majority Stake in Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter for $10 Billion

The Buss family sells majority stake in Lakers to Mark Walter, valuing the team at $10 billion, the highest for a sports franchise.

#sports, #nba, #losangeleslakers, #business, #markwalter

Norway Triumphs Over Switzerland in UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Opener

Norway defeats Switzerland 2-1 in UEFA Women's Euro 2025 opener, highlighted by Ada Hegerberg's 50th goal.

#uefa, #womenseuro2025, #norway, #switzerland, #soccer

MLB Investigates Unusual Betting Patterns Involving Guardians' Pitcher Luis Ortiz

MLB probes betting patterns in games by Cleveland's Luis Ortiz, raising gambling integrity concerns.

#mlb, #baseball, #sportsbetting, #gambling, #clevelandguardians

Singapore to Host 22nd World Aquatics Championships, a First for Southeast Asia

Singapore will host the 22nd World Aquatics Championships in 2025, marking a Southeast Asian first with over 2,500 athletes competing.

#singapore, #worldaquatics, #sportsdiplomacy, #aquatics, #2025

Oklahoma City Thunder Win First NBA Championship Since 2008 Relocation

Oklahoma City Thunder defeat Indiana Pacers to win 2025 NBA Championship, marking a victory for small-market teams in the league.

#nbafinals, #okcthunder, #sports, #basketball

Wimbledon 2025 Kicks Off with Record Prize Money and Technological Advances

Wimbledon 2025 launches today with a £53.5 million prize fund and new electronic line-calling, marking a blend of tradition and innovation.

#wimbledon, #tennis, #sports, #technology, #london

Jake Paul Defeats Julio César Chávez Jr. in Boxing Showdown

Jake Paul wins against Julio César Chávez Jr., boosting his boxing stature and sparking debates about his future opponents.

#boxing, #jakepaul, #chavezjr, #sports

Messi Boosts 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Viewership in the U.S.

Lionel Messi's presence in the 2025 Club World Cup captivates U.S. fans, with Inter Miami vs. PSG drawing record audiences.

#messi, #fifaclubworldcup, #intermiami, #psg

Maya Joint Clinches 2025 Eastbourne Open, Taylor Fritz Secures Fourth Title

Maya Joint and Taylor Fritz shine at the 2025 Eastbourne Open, setting stage for Wimbledon.

#sports, #tennis, #eastbourne, #wta, #atp

Masai Ujiri Steps Down as Toronto Raptors President, Ending Transformative Era

Masai Ujiri resigns as Raptors president after 12 seasons, marking the end of a transformative era that included a 2019 NBA Championship.

#masaiujiri, #torontoraptors, #nba, #basketball

NCAA Considers Allowing College Athletes to Bet on Professional Sports

NCAA proposes policy change allowing college athletes to bet on pro sports, maintaining ban on collegiate event betting.

#ncaa, #sportsbetting, #collegesports, #athleterights

Los Angeles Lakers to be Sold in Landmark $10 Billion Deal

Buss family to sell majority stake in NBA's Lakers to Mark Walter for a record $10 billion, marking a historic franchise sale.

#nba, #lakers, #sportsbusiness, #markwalter, #bussfamily