The Sunset of a Legend: Rafael Nadal’s Farewell and the Evolution of Greatness in Tennis

As the sun sets on Rafael Nadal’s tennis career, his impact on the sport and its fans remains indelible. He leaves not just as a champion but as a symbol of resilience and humanity, reminding us that even the greatest athletes are defined by more than just their triumphs. They are also characterized by the challenges they overcome and the character they display along the way. Not only will the loss of Nadal be a loss for his livelihood, but also the loss of the tennis world as a whole.

ColumnsEleanor GoldsteinDecember 10, 2024Opinion, Columns, Column, Nadal, SportsComment

How Qatar Changed Soccer Forever

“While the World Cup spectacle on the field in Qatar was fantastic, there was no shortage of controversy off the pitch. The juxtaposition of harsh protests and fantastic soccer begs the question: What does this World Cup mean for the relationship between politics and sports going forward? ”

Editor's Picks, GlobalNoah GottliebJanuary 16, 20232022 World Cup, Global, Sports, Editor's Pick, FIFAComment

The Faces of a Politically Charged Winter Olympics

"Dubbed “The Genocide Olympics,” opponents cite China’s mass detention and re-education of Uygher muslims in Xinjiang as well as the country’s rampant censorship of dissidents as reasons to boycott the games. China has continued to push back, denying the existence of a genocide and limiting criticism within the country. As a result of this tension, some Olympic athletes are being pulled away from their sports and thrust into politics as they become the faces of an increasingly controversial Olympic Games.”

GlobalErich HessFebruary 21, 2022Olympics, China, Uyghur Muslims, Beijing, Olympic Boycott, International Relations, SportsComment

NFL and 3 Teams Named In Major Lawsuit Regarding Racial Discrimination

“Regardless, the Flores lawsuit underscores the presence of racial issues and race politics in this country. The suit may have greater implications for the country as the NFL garners enormous interest from the public.”

Culture, NationalTanner BaileyFebruary 9, 2022NFL, Race Relations, SportsComment

The Paralympic Games: Filled With Resilience and Hope for the Future

“Emma’s Paralympic experience is one of resilience in the face of possible defeat, reflecting the very nature of the Paralympic Games.”

Global, InterviewsRyland Schenk-TurnerSeptember 19, 2021Sports, Olympics, Paralympics, Team USA, RefugeesComment