In 2022, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) made a landmark decision that has fundamentally changed the landscape of college sports. The NIL rule change, which allows student-athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL), has ushered in a new era of opportunities and challenges for athletes, universities, and companies alike.
Yesterday was the much-hyped relaunch of Formula 1 racing in Las Vegas, after a wait of 40 years. It was a star-studded affair as you can imagine, with the likes of Shaq, Rihanna, Kylie Minogue, Gordon Ramsay, Usain Bolt, Lindsey Vonn, and Lupita all there for the event. The race did not disappoint. Current world champion, Max Verstappen, emerged victorious in a thrilling race that featured plenty of overtaking and drama. The Dutchman overcame a five-second time penalty to beat rivals Charles Leclerc and Sergio Perez to the checkered flag.
The Oakland A's have followed in the footsteps of the Raiders and joined the Las Vegas exodus. The Major League Baseball team announced its relocation to Las Vegas in November 2023, marking another major blow to the Bay Area's sports landscape.
World Rugby Classic Bermuda is a unique event that brings together former international rugby players, most of whom are over 33 years old, for a week of intense competition and camaraderie. Taking place annually over the week of Veteran's Day/Remembrance Day, the tournament provides a stage for these legends to relive their glory days while showcasing their enduring passion for the sport. This year, the competition was fiercer than ever, with teams from France, USA, Canada, Ireland, Argentina, Italy, the British Lions, and South Africa battling it out for the coveted trophy.
In a historic five-game series that ended yesterday, November 1st 2023, the Texas Rangers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks to claim their first-ever World Series title. The Rangers, who entered the playoffs as a wild card team, defied all odds to make their way to the Fall Classic. They then proceeded to dominate the Diamondbacks, winning four of the five games by an average margin of three runs.
