Four-minute mile: History and Key Facts
A four-minute mile is the completion of a mile run (1.609 km) in four minutes or less, translating to an average speed of 15 miles per hour (24.1 km/h).
Sports & Athletes archive — Page 176
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1936 Summer Olympics: History and Background
The 1936 Summer Olympics (German: Olympische Sommerspiele 1936), officially the Games of the XI Olympiad (Spiele der XI.
1964 Summer Olympics: History and Background
The 1964 Summer Olympics, officially the Games of the XVIII Olympiad and commonly known as Tokyo 1964, were an international multi-sport event held from 10 to 24 October 1964 in Tokyo, Japan.
Jesse Owens: Biography and Background
James Cleveland "Jesse" Owens (September 12, 1913 – March 31, 1980) was an American track and field athlete.
Fanny Blankers-Koen: Biography and Background
Francina Elsje "Fanny" Blankers-Koen (pronounced [frɑnˈsinaː ˈʔɛlɕə ˈfɑni ˈblɑŋkərs ˈkun] ; née Koen, 26 April 1918 – 25 January 2004) was a Dutch track and field athlete, best known for winning
Marathon world record progression: History and Key Facts
World records in the marathon are ratified by World Athletics, the international governing body for the sport of athletics.
1972 Summer Olympics: History and Background
The 1972 Summer Olympics (German: Olympische Sommerspiele 1972), officially known as the Games of the XX Olympiad (German: Spiele der XX.
1968 Summer Olympics: History and Background
The 1968 Summer Olympics (Spanish: Juegos Olímpicos de Verano de 1968), officially known as the Games of the XIX Olympiad (Spanish: Juegos de la XIX Olimpiada) and officially branded as Mexico 19
Jim Thorpe: Biography and Background
James Francis Thorpe (Meskwaki: Wa-Tho-Huk; May 22 or 28, 1887 – March 28, 1953) was an American athlete who won Olympic gold medals and played professional football, baseball, and basketball.
Althea Gibson: Biography and Background
Althea Neale Gibson (August 25, 1927 – September 28, 2003) was an American tennis player and professional golfer, and one of the first Black athletes to cross the color line of international tenn
List of Olympic records in athletics: History and Key Facts
The modern Summer Olympic Games have been held every four years since the first Games in 1896 (except 1916 due to the First World War, 1940 and 1944 due to the Second World War, and 2020 due to t
1984 Summer Olympics: History and Background
The 1984 Summer Olympics (officially the Games of the XXIII Olympiad and commonly known as Los Angeles 1984) were an international multi-sport event held from July 28 to August 12, 1984, in Los A
1980 Summer Olympics: History and Background
The 1980 Summer Olympics (Russian: Летние Олимпийские игры 1980, romanized: Letniye Olimpiyskiye igry 1980), officially branded as Moscow 1980 (Москва 1980, Moskva 1980), were an international mu
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26: 1. Round Results
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26, 1. Round: 6 recorded matches, 19 goals and the full-time results, with dates and source attribution.
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26: 2. Round Results
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26, 2. Round: 6 recorded matches, 16 goals and the full-time results, with dates and source attribution.
[Archive 2026-01-06] "I came to be the manager ... not the coach": Manchester United fire head coach Ruben Amorim
Historical Wikinews report from 2026-01-06. On Monday, Manchester United football team fired its coach Ruben Amorim after fourteen months in the role. Amorim had met wit
History of association football: History and Key Facts
The history of association football, more commonly known as football or soccer, stretches back to at least medieval times.
History of basketball: History and Key Facts
Basketball began with its invention in 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts, by Canadian physical education instructor James Naismith as a less injury-prone sport than football.
Madison Square Garden: History and Key Facts
Madison Square Garden, colloquially known as the Garden or by its initials MSG, is a multi-purpose indoor arena in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, U.S.
Wembley Stadium: History and Key Facts
Wembley Stadium, branded as Wembley Stadium connected by EE for sponsorship reasons, is an association football stadium in Wembley, London, England.
History of cricket: History and Key Facts
The sport of cricket has a known history beginning in the late 16th century England.
History of tennis: History and Key Facts
The racket sport traditionally named lawn tennis was invented in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England, and is now commonly known simply as tennis.
Fenway Park: History and Key Facts
Fenway Park is a ballpark in Boston, Massachusetts, United States, close to Kenmore Square.
Melbourne Cricket Ground: History and Key Facts
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), also known locally as the 'G, is a multi-purpose stadium located in Yarra Park in the suburb of East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
History of baseball: History and Key Facts
The history of baseball can be broken down into various aspects: by era, by locale, by organizational-type, game evolution, as well as by political and cultural influence.
History of the National Football League: History and Key Facts
The National Football League (NFL) was founded in 1920 as the American Professional Football Association (APFA) with ten teams from four states, all of whom existed in some form as participants o
Maracanã Stadium: History and Key Facts
Estádio do Maracanã, officially known as Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho, is an association football stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club: History and Key Facts
The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC), also known as the All England Club, is a private members' club based at Church Road in the Wimbledon area of London, England.
Paralympic Games: History and Key Facts
The Paralympic Games or Paralympics is a periodic series of international multisport events involving athletes with a range of disabilities.
Augusta National Golf Club: History and Key Facts
Augusta National Golf Club (ANGC; also Augusta National, Augusta, or the National) is a golf club in Augusta, Georgia, United States.
Stade de France: History and Key Facts
Stade de France (French pronunciation: [stad də fʁɑ̃s], lit.
History of sport: History and Key Facts
The history of sports extends back to the Ancient world in 7000 BC.
Luzhniki Stadium: History and Key Facts
The Grand Sports Arena of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex, commonly known as Luzhniki Stadium and formerly, Lenin Stadium, is the national stadium of Russia, located in its capital city, Moscow.
Stadio Olimpico: History and Key Facts
Stadio Olimpico (pronounced [ˈstaːdjo oˈlimpiko]; English: Olympic Stadium), colloquially known as l'Olimpico (The Olympic), is an Italian multi-purpose sports venue located in Rome.
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26: 5. Round Results
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26, 5. Round: 6 recorded matches, 15 goals and the full-time results, with dates and source attribution.
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26: 6. Round Results
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26, 6. Round: 6 recorded matches, 16 goals and the full-time results, with dates and source attribution.
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26: 7. Round Results
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26, 7. Round: 6 recorded matches, 17 goals and the full-time results, with dates and source attribution.
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26: 9. Round Results
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26, 9. Round: 6 recorded matches, 18 goals and the full-time results, with dates and source attribution.
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26: 11. Round Results
Österr. Bundesliga 2025/26, 11. Round: 6 recorded matches, 16 goals and the full-time results, with dates and source attribution.
Österr. 2. Liga 2025/26: 1. Round Results
Österr. 2. Liga 2025/26, 1. Round: 8 recorded matches, 23 goals and the full-time results, with dates and source attribution.