sportsmanship
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But his defiance prompted a lengthy news cycle in which the 72-year-old coach was cooked on social media, his actions dissected under umbrellas of sportsmanship, race, and mansplaining.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
As it turns out, the United States still practices diplomacy and sportsmanship, at least here.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
Against Musetti, Djokovic also recovered from falling victim to his own exemplary sportsmanship.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026
Asked where he learned about sportsmanship, Gonzalez said, “It’s what I was taught by my mom and coaches. Be a good person no matter what.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 23, 2025
Several columnists accused him of lacking the courage and sportsmanship to truly test his horse.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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