The GIST

🎾 First is the worst, second is the best

Coco Gauff, Carlos Alcaraz rally to win French Open titles

For the first time since 1984, the world No. 1 and No. 2 women’s and men’s tennis players reached the Roland-Garros final — and in both cases, the second-ranked athlete prevailed. Here’s how it all went down in Paris.

June 09, 2025

World No. 2 Coco Gauff to face No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in French Open final

🎾

One fortnight and several allegations of sexism later, the final weekend of Roland-Garros is here. The women’s championship is set and the men’s semis are underway now, but unlike the tournament schedulers, we’re giving the gals the prime spot. Allez.

June 06, 2025

World No. 19 Madison Keys capture first Grand Slam at the 2025 Australian Open, No. 1 Jannik Sinner repeats as men’s champion

🎾

Tennis’ first Grand Slam champions of the year have been crowned, with a new winner in the women’s game and a repeat trophy hoister on the men’s side. Take a bow.

January 27, 2025

No. 19 Madison Keys to face No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in Australian Open final, No. 7 Novak Djokovic retires in semis to end bid for 25th Grand Slam title

🎾

January 24, 2025

No. 19 Madison Keys advances to seventh Grand Slam semi

🎾

January 22, 2025

Unexpected upsets across the opening round of the Australian Open

🎾

It’s only the second round at the Australian Open (tennis’ first Grand Slam of the season), but headlines are already popping Down Under, from unexpected upsets to a Brazilian teen making a splash in his first career Slam.

January 15, 2025

A 2025 Australian Open preview

🎾

The Australian Open — tennis’ first Grand Slam of the year — began in Melbourne last night, so today, we’re serving up all you need to know as the tourney continues this morning. Start practicing your Aussie slang and accent, and walkabout through this year’s preview.

January 12, 2025

Sports News

Rafael Nadal retires after Spain’s quarter-final loss at the Davis Cup

🎾

November 20, 2024

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal officially retired yesterday following Spain’s quarter-final exit from the Davis Cup, marking the end of his career with a final pro match loss to world No. 80 Botic van de Zandschulp.

Read Full Story

The GIST of It Podcast

Ep #470

Hockey never ends: A PWHL draft primer, plus an inspiring chat with blind hockey player Joe Fornasier

June 24, 2025

Listen on Apple Music Listen on Spotify

Hockey never ends: A PWHL draft primer, plus an inspiring chat with blind hockey player Joe Fornasier

This episode is truly inspiring.

It’s no secret that The GIST of It co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are huge hockey fans…but this episode truly takes the cake. After the gals preview tonight’s PWHL draft, El sits down with blind hockey player Joe Fornasier for a wide-ranging, super-interesting conversation that will take you inside the world of blind hockey.

Fornasier is an inspiring hockey content creator whose videos have captivated millions online — and that’s why he’s Canada’s Next Great Hockey Creator. ICYMI, we partnered with Truly to find and support a passionate hockey storyteller with intuition for moments that matter, like Joe. Trust us — you’re going to love this conversation.