The sports world is mourning the loss of Muhammad Ali. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks about Ali's achievements with Mike Pesca, host of Slate's The Gist podcast. They also look ahead to the NBA finals.
Spain's Garbine Muguruza on Saturday won the women's singles final 7-5, 6-4 at the French Open. On Sunday, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray will face off for the men's singles title.
The man considered the greatest boxer of all time inspired millions by standing up for his principles during the 1960s, and by always entertaining — in the boxing ring and in front of a microphone.
Boxing gyms around the country are remembering the champion, who died Friday. NPR's Nathan Rott talked to boxers in Los Angeles who said Ali inspired them.
Copa America Centenario, the oldest continental soccer tournament in the world, played for the first time in the U.S. Friday. Sports writer Alicia DelGallo talks about the significance of the games.
Muhammad Ali was an international superstar, loved as much for his humanity and wit as for his boxing skills. Now he's being mourned by everyone from former foes to the president.
"Muhammad Ali shook up the world. And the world is better for it," Obama said, recalling the boxer's complicated, charismatic legacy in society and sports.