The GIST

Unseeded Victoria Mboko defeats Naomi Osaka to win Canadian Open

With the US Open just over two weeks away, tennis’ hard court season is in full swing. There are high-stakes tune-up tourneys everywhere you look as players prepare to compete for a whole lot of cash in Queens, NY.

August 08, 2025

On-court drama takes center stage in the WNBA’s first-ever Rivals Week

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One of the WNBA’s most controversial rivalries has thankfully reached its denouement — but the spiciest on-court drama is still to come with the league’s inaugural Rivals Week tipping off tonight.

August 08, 2025

SponsorUnited releases first-ever report on NWSL sponsorship revenue

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August 08, 2025

Pro Volleyball Federation announces historic merger with Major League Volleyball

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According to reports, the Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) is merging with Major League Volleyball (MLV), a separate professional women’s volleyball league that planned to launch in 2026. Through the merger, the combined leagues will rebrand as MLV, but will consider its forthcoming season as PVF’s third consecutive season.

August 06, 2025

This year’s WNBA trade deadline is different

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Minnesota Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier will sadly be sidelined for the foreseeable future after leaving Saturday’s game early with a sprained ankle. That’s one question answered — but it’s far from the only WNBA query with tomorrow’s 3 p.m. ET trade deadline looming.

August 06, 2025

ForSoccer shares YouGov data highlighting soccer gamers as a prime marketing segment

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Last week, ForSoccer highlighted data from a recent YouGov dataset on the marketing potential of soccer fans that play video games. The insights illustrate how these avid fans are savvy and uniquely receptive to brands active in the space — something to consider as new titles like Rematch gain popularity.

August 04, 2025

Summer McIntosh wins four golds at World Aquatics Championships

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If you only tune into international swimming during the Olympics, we understand — but with some megawatt stars making a splash, the World Aquatics Championship (aka the sport’s biggest annual competition) is worth your attention. Let’s dive in for a sneak peek at some serious contenders for the 2028 LA Games.

August 04, 2025

Sports Business

Gotham FC continues outreach to Gen Alpha fans with Dove, Rebel Girls book collaboration

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August 08, 2025

This week, Gotham FC is rolling out a first-of-its-kind partnership with longtime sponsor Dove and girls empowerment brand Rebel Girls (RG), which also signed existing partnerships with LOVB and AUSL after launching its dedicated sports vertical this year.

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The GIST of It Podcast

Ep #483

Finding joy in your body with author Hendrika de Vries

August 07, 2025

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Finding joy in your body with author Hendrika de Vries

This one’s inspiring, GISTer.

On this very special episode of The GIST of It, Associate Managing Editor Lauren Tuiskula sits down with author, swimmer, and retired therapist Hendrika de Vries ahead of the release of her memoir, “Open Turns.” de Vries fled Nazi-occupied Amsterdam as a child and started a new life as an immigrant in Australia, where becoming an athlete helped her re-discover her sense of self amid global and internal turmoil. Don’t miss this one.

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