what's inside: sports

Sports are an integral part of our culture and give many of us a reason to cheer and jeer. Learn about the history of sports and how your favorite sports really work.

Auto Racing

Auto Racing

Auto Racing is an established and popular sport in Europe and its popularity is growing in the U.S. and around the rest of the world. See how the different auto racing series and circuits keep us entertained. See more »

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Baseball

Baseball

Baseball is America's game, but it is quickly becoming a worldwide phenomenon. Read about your favorite sluggers, pitchers and teams throughout history. See more »

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Basketball

Basketball

Basketball is one of the most exciting and fast-paced games in modern history. Players on each team can span from 300-lb, 7-foot centers to speedy 5'6" guards that dart around the court. See more »

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Football

Football

Football is a beautiful and sometimes very physical game. The perfect spiral, the fingertip grab, the amazing run…they are all part of football's history. See more »

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Golf

Golf

Golf is a game of skill and luck. By many it's also the game they love to hate the most. The sport of Golf is a simple concept - hit a ball into a hole - but the reality is much more complicated. See more »

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In the Ring

In the Ring

In the Ring covers a wide variety of sports that take place inside the squared circle, including boxing, wrestling and ultimate fighting. See more »

Other Sports

Other Sports

There are Other Sports that don't fit into a major category, but are nonetheless exciting events such as soccer - the world's most popular sport - fencing and skateboarding. See more »

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How the Daytona 500 Works

The Daytona 500 is run each February at Daytona International Speedway before 200,000 fans and a huge national audience watching on television. Learn why it's the most magical race in NASCAR, and see photos and a list of winners.

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1986 NASCAR Winston Cup Results

During the 1986 NASCAR Winston Cup series, Dale Earnhardt earned the nickname "The Intimadator." The nickname was inspired by Earnhardt's aggressive driving style that often left opponents in up in smoke. See all race results from the 1986 NASCAR season.

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1970 Baseball Season

Baseball returned to Milwaukee in 1970, with the new Brewers team. The 1970 baseball season also saw Billy Williams lead the National League with 137 runs. Learn more about the highlights and lowlights of the 1970 baseball season.