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athlete

[ath-leet] / ˈæθ lit /


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Fans and fellow athletes flooded social media with messages praising her determination and resilience, even as concerns grew about the toll the sport has taken on her body.

From Salon

Vice President JD Vance was booed by the international crowd at the opening ceremonies on Friday, though he and his family attended several events and met with U.S. athletes without incident.

From The Wall Street Journal

This isn’t altogether surprising considering that the sports most bet on in America — football, basketball and boxing — have been dominated by Black athletes and have a disproportionately high number of Black viewers.

From Salon

While some athletes require surgery and a year of rehabilitation after tearing the ligament, which helps stabilize the knee, Vonn said she had no pain and little swelling.

From The Wall Street Journal

The adventures into fashion can relax players in the locker room prior to games, as athletes rib one another for their more brash selections.

From Barron's