athletes

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And it’s not a surprise, Baker said, that more athletes aren’t out in sports like baseball.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

American athletes like to talk about hitting the road for major games as “just a business trip”—and for the U.S. men’s national team, this will feel just like one.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

"The visas necessary for Iran to compete in the World Cup, including for athletes and necessary support staff, have been issued," officials said.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

In response, a US administration official confirmed that "the visas necessary for Iran to compete in the World Cup, including for athletes and necessary support staff, have been issued".

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

“You know how athletes get ready for the Olympics? They swim early in the morning and late at night. They run around the track for hours and hours without a crowd to cheer them on.”

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper