The Giant Foam Finger: If Serena Williams Loses, Is It Still The U.S. Open?
On Pop Culture Happy Hour's sports spinoff, Stephen Thompson and Gene Demby discuss this weekend's U.S. Open final between two women not named Serena.
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So Many Sports, So Little Time: Texas High School Athletes Opt Out Of Football
In Texas, fewer high school boys are playing football. And while there may be some concern about head injuries, one young athlete says the trend has more to do with demands on his time.
Away From The Lights Of Center Court, U.S. Open Offers Another World
All eyes are on Arthur Ashe Stadium, where the world's top tennis players play at the U.S. Open. But it's different for players on the outer courts, and for fans who like seeing rising stars.
NBA Legend Moses Malone, The 'Chairman Of The Boards,' Dies At 60
The Hall of Famer earned the moniker for his rebounding prowess. A 13-time all-star, Malone was also the first player to get drafted to the pros straight from high school.
The Locker Room: A Melting Pot, Where Football's The Focal Point
Whatever the action on the gridiron, NFL players always begin and end the day in the same sacred space: the locker room. Retired Viking Chris Kluwe calls the place a "cross-section of America."
Novak Djokovic Beats Roger Federer, Wins U.S. Open Men's Final
After a long weather delay, and in front of a crowd cheering for his opponent, the World No. 1 took home the U.S. Open title. It's his 10th career major, and his third this year.
Remembering NBA Legend Moses Malone
Basketball Hall of Famer Moses Malone died today at the age of 60. Moses was named league MVP three times over the course of his career.
Mayweather Says He's Fought His Last, Ending A 49-0 Career
The boxing champion retires with a undefeated record matched only by Rocky Marciano.
After A Rough Year, NFL's Roger Goodell 'Just Wants To Get Back To Football'
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has been taking some serious hits. NPR's Rachel Martin and Slate's Mike Pesca tally up Goodell's wins and losses, and weigh in on his value to the league.
Pennetta Wins Her First Grand Slam, Then Calls It Her Last
Flavia Pennetta ended her tennis career in the best way — winning the U.S. Open women's singles title. She beat Roberta Vinci in two sets, then announced she plans to retire at the end of the year.