Ahead Of The Kentucky Derby, 5 Absurd Rules For Naming Racehorses
"Ocho Ocho Ocho" made it through the name-approval process, but "Preakness Princess" never would.
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Mayweather-Pacquiao Bout Draws Fans To Las Vegas
It's been dubbed the fight of the century. Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao face off on Saturday. The weigh in is Friday, as well as other fight-themed distractions to keep fans engaged.
Clothing Designer Helps NFL Prospects Suit Up For The Draft
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with clothing designer Boushra Alchabaoun about helping NFL draftees suit up for the draft, which begins Thursday night in Chicago.
In An Empty Camden Yards, Orioles Beat White Sox 8-2
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Chicago White Sox Wednesday afternoon, but the roar of the crowd played no part in the victory. That's because the game was played in a nearly empty stadium.
Pacquiao's Fans Are Confident His Hard Work Will Pay Off Against Mayweather
In the lead-up to Saturday's mega-bout between premier boxers Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, Pacquiao is widely viewed as "the good guy." It's a role the Filipino boxer knows well.
Days After Riots, Baltimore Orioles Played With No Fans Present
The Baltimore Orioles played the Chicago White Sox Wednesday with no fans present. The Orioles moved the game time up in order to comply with the city's curfew in the wake of riots.
Floyd Mayweather's Brash Style Has Split Fan Loyalties
Floyd Mayweather is expected to beat Manny Pacquiao in their much anticipated fight this Saturday in Las Vegas, but many are rooting for him to lose. He is one of boxing's most polarizing figures.
Calvin Peete, Pro Golf's 'Mr. Accuracy,' Dies At Age 71
Peete won 12 PGA events during a long career as a professional golfer. For many years, he was the most successful black golfer in the world.
Boxing Fans Shift Focus To Small Men, Big Money
As some boxing fans await a major welterweight matchup on Saturday, it's clear that the sport is struggling to keep the attention on the boxers' athleticism rather than their riches.
NFL Announces It Will Forgo Its Tax Exempt Status
NPR's Robert Siegel interviews author Gregg Easterbrook, who's book The King of Sports: Football's Impact on America talks about the NFL's surprising tax status.