athletes

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Athletes have long been able to navigate this ambivalence.

From Salon • Jun. 15, 2026

Athletes, he says, need to be assured the Olympics are clean and cheats will not be tolerated.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Athletes will be reminded if there’s a strike, they can’t play on outside teams because if the strike ends, they would be declared ineligible.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Athletes are suing to extend their college careers beyond the NCAA’s five-year eligibility limit to rake in more NIL money.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Athletes trying to beef up their college resumes.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy