The Tour de France is one of the hardest sporting events in the world. In 2022, 176 cyclists started the Tour, attempting to race for 3,328km over 21 stages to the scheduled finish in Paris on July 24. The riders pushed themselves to their limits up mountains and often carry on through pain and injury. This might lead us to question why anyone would voluntarily put themselves through such an arduous event. What’s more, why do we celebrate those who suffer in this way?

Tour de France: Why We Celebrate Suffering in Sport

Sporting News

The Tour de France is one of the most grueling sporting competitions in the world. Find out how much the cash payoff is for the winner.

Tour de France prize money breakdown: How much will the winner, others make in 2024?

Tejay van Garderen and Brent Bookwalter discuss Stage 16 of the Tour de France, including Jasper Philipsen's victory, Biniam Girmay's untimely crash and more.

Stage 16 sees major momentum shift

Jasper Philipsen shares his post-race thoughts after securing his third stage win on Stage 16 in the 2024 Tour de France.

Philipsen 'very proud' of Stage 16 finish

Las Vegas, NV

The Raiders will celebrate their 65th season with a logo designed to commemorate the franchise’s history and celebrate its legacy. “The logo stands as a testament to resilience and tradition in the world of professional sports,” the team said in a statement. “Since their inception in 1960, the Raiders have carved out a storied legacy, becoming synonymous with passion, grit, and an unwavering Commitment to Excellence. Over the decades, the Silver & Black has thrilled fans with countless memorable moments – from historic victories to iconic plays to three Super Bowl championships – that have left an indelible mark on the sport. Beyond the gridiron, the Raiders have fostered a tight-knit community, uniting fans from all walks of life under the banner of Raider Nation.”

Raiders unveil logo to celebrate their 65th season

Virginia State

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You may have seen tennis shoes across telephone wires in Virginia and wondered about their significance.I was initially told this was done in honor of someone who had died from gun violence in the area.

Tennis shoes on wires across Virginia have different meanings

STAMFORD, CONN. – July 16, 2024 – NBC Sports has selected Planar to provide LED video walls for its production of the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics, July 24 - August 11, and August 28 - September 8, respectively. NBCUniversal’s coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 will...

NBC SPORTS SELECTS LED VIDEO WALL PROVIDER FOR ITS PRODUCTION OF 2024 OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC GAMES IN PARIS

Watch Jeff Burton, Steve Letarte and Rick Allen call the biggest moments of the Great American Getaway 400 from Pocono Raceway.

Booth Cam: Burton, Letarte, Allen call Pocono

Iowa State

Scott McLaughlin followed up his win at Iowa Speedway with a third-place effort on Sunday and is ready to build on his strong weekend in the oval races to come.

McLaughlin: 'Dont' sleep on us' after Iowa

Cincinnati, OH

Though Cincinnati Reds' Rece Hinds did not arrive in the majors as a top prospect, he has gotten off to a stellar start that has fantasy owners wondering how long he can maintain this level of production.

Assessing how long Hinds can stay hot

Cycling Weekly

The Slovenian is on course to become the first man since Marco Pantani in 1998 to complete the Giro-Tour double

'My highest numbers ever': Fearless Tadej Pogačar isn't afraid of losing Tour de France yellow

Spring Creek, NV

Jason Weigandt and James Stewart discuss the 250 race in Spring Creek where Levi Kitchen scored his first 1-1 finish and overall win in his Pro Motocross career.

Kitchen was undeniable in 250 at Spring Creek

Georgia State

Brian Harman hosts Todd Lewis to his home in Georgia and reveals the connection between bowhunting and his victory at the 2023 Open Championship.

How Harman's big-game hunter mindset won The Open

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

The Independent

Jasper Philipsen won stage 16 of the Tour de France in Nimes as Sir Mark Cavendish was unable to contest the final sprint stage of his illustrious Tour career.Philipsen dominated a reduced sprint to beat Phil Bauhaus at the end of the 188.6km stage from Gruissan, taking his third win of this Tour after a late crash left Biniam Girmay on the deck to reopen the battle for the points classification.Cavendish had too much ground to make up after the peloton split and rolled in 17th, meaning his record-breaking 35th Tour stage victory in Saint-Vulbas in the opening week stands...

Jasper Philipsen wins sprint to Nimes as Biniam Girmay fall opens up points race

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A recent post on the r/Cruise subreddit has sparked a heated debate about poolside etiquette. The story, dubbed "Towelgate" by some commenters, centers around a seemingly simple disagreement over a lounge chair on the Celebrity Apex.

Cruise Ship Lounge Chair Showdown: Passenger vs.
Entitled Chair Saver Sparks Debate

Peiyun Chien’s tee shot on No. 16 takes a dramatic amount of time to roll in for a hole-in-one during the final round of the 2024 Amundi Evian Championship.

Chien sinks stellar hole-in-one at Amundi Evian

Miami, TX

Paul Tenorio chats with Dan Patrick about what it was like at the Copa America final in Miami, detailing the security failures that led to violent scenes and the game's postponement.

Copa America final was a 'dangerous situation'

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

Oregon State

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With scorching heatwaves sweeping across the country, drivers are being advised to take their car's thermometer readings with a grain of salt. While your dashboard might display a temperature that seems outrageously high, experts suggest not relying on it for an accurate outdoor temperature gauge.

Drivers cautioned not to use a standard car feature on hot days - opt for your phone instead

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Belgian sprinter Philipsen completes hat trick of stage wins at Tour, Girmay falls near finish

Jasper Philipsen completed a hat trick of stage wins at this year’s Tour de France after Biniam Girmay — his main rival for the best sprinter’s...

Belgian sprinter Philipsen completes hat trick of stage wins at Tour, Girmay falls near finish

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