How the new World Cup ball helped knock Croatia out with use of technology

It’s been called one of, if not the biggest VAR decision in World Cup history. Whatever you call it, it was one that left Croatia heartbroken and Portugal thanking its lucky stars.
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On Wimbledon’s slippery grass, the art of falling is as important as any tennis shot

Defending champion Jannik Sinner was one of many players to slip on the grass at Wimbledon early in this year’s event. Matthew Stockman / Getty Images The Athletic has live coverage of the 2026 ...