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The SportsMonkie Sports Desk covers everything beyond our core beats — Olympic and combat sports, emerging games, and general explainers — fact-checked and maintained by SportsMonkie editors.
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The Toughest Endurance Sports in the World
From the Tour de France to the Ironman triathlon and brutal desert ultramarathons, these are the toughest endurance sports on earth and what makes each one so punishing.
Hottest Gymnasts: Most Celebrated Names in the Sport
The most celebrated female gymnasts in history combine extraordinary athleticism, artistic expression, and competitive dominance — from Nadia Comaneci's perfect 10 to Simone Biles redefining what the human body can do.
Top Sports Agencies in the World: Who Represents Elite Athletes
The top sports agencies — including IMG, CAA Sports, Wasserman, and Octagon — represent the world's biggest athletes across football, tennis, basketball, and more, negotiating contracts and endorsements worth billions.
Most Famous & Marketable Female Athletes in the World
The most marketable female athletes combine elite competitive results with broad public appeal, social media reach, and endorsement power — spanning tennis, gymnastics, track, basketball, and beyond.
Splash Sports in India: Water Sports Guide for Every Region
India offers a wide variety of splash and water sports across its coastlines, rivers, lakes, and backwaters — from surfing and kayaking to traditional boat racing and competitive swimming.
Umpire vs Referee: What's the Difference Across Sports?
Umpires and referees both enforce rules, but the title used depends on the sport. Referees are common in football, basketball, and boxing, while umpires officiate cricket, tennis, and baseball.
Athletes Who Died on the Field: Tragic Cases in Sports
A sobering look at athletes across multiple sports who died during competition or training, and what their deaths revealed about safety in sport.
Order of a Triathlon: Swim, Bike, Run Explained
A triathlon always follows the same order: open-water swim, cycling leg, then running. Here's why that sequence exists and what each leg looks like across distances.
Greatest Male Figure Skaters of All Time: Legends of the Ice
The greatest male figure skaters in history combined extraordinary athleticism, artistry, and technical mastery — from Dick Button's first Olympic double axel to Yuzuru Hanyu's back-to-back gold medals and world-record scores.
Julian Newman: Basketball Prodigy, Career & Legacy
Julian Newman is an American basketball player who became famous as a child prodigy, playing varsity basketball at age 5 and gaining millions of social media followers before entering college.
Athletes Who Used Steroids: High-Profile Doping Cases
Some of the most famous athletes in history have been linked to steroid use. Here are the most significant doping cases and what they meant for sport.
Recurve Bow for Beginners: How to Choose Your First Bow
A recurve bow is the best starting point for most new archers — it builds correct technique and is used at the Olympics. This guide covers draw weight, bow length, and what to look for.
All About Water Polo Mouthguards: The Complete Guide
Water polo mouthguards protect teeth and reduce concussion risk in a contact-heavy sport. This guide covers types, fit, materials, and what to look for.
Efren Reyes: The Magician of Pool & Billiards Legend
Efren Reyes is widely regarded as the greatest pool player of all time, a Filipino cue-sport icon known for his extraordinary shot-making, creative safety play, and decades of world-class dominance.
Tips to Start Swimming: A Beginner's Complete Guide
To start swimming as an adult or beginner, learn water confidence first, then master freestyle breathing, kick, and arm technique in that order. This guide gives you a practical, step-by-step plan.
Cheerleading vs Cheer Dance: Key Differences Explained
Cheerleading and cheer dance look similar but differ in purpose, scoring, stunts, and competition format. Here is a clear breakdown of both activities.
Curling Sliders: What They Are and How to Choose One
A curling slider is the device worn on the foot that lets players glide smoothly on ice during delivery. Here's how they work, the types available, and how to choose the right one.
Indoor Sports: Complete Guide to Popular Indoor Games & Competitions
Indoor sports are played in enclosed facilities and include some of the world's most popular competitions — from basketball and volleyball to gymnastics, boxing, wrestling, and table tennis.
What Does It Feel Like to Paraglide? The Mystery Solved
Paragliding feels like floating silently through the air with a wide, unobstructed view below you. The sensation is smooth and surprisingly calm — less like a rollercoaster, more like gliding on warm, invisible water.
Most Popular Online Games in the World: Top Ranked
Online gaming is one of the world's biggest entertainment industries. Here are the most popular online games right now — from Fortnite and Minecraft to Counter-Strike 2, Valorant, and League of Legends.
Biggest Sports Scandals of All Time: When the Game Broke Bad
From Lance Armstrong's doping and the Black Sox to FIFA corruption and Deflategate, these are the biggest sports scandals of all time that shook the world of sport.
Greatest Male Sprinters of All Time: Track's Fastest Men
From Usain Bolt and Carl Lewis to Jesse Owens and Noah Lyles, these are the greatest male sprinters of all time — the fastest men in history over 100m and 200m.
Differences Between Indoor and Outdoor Sports: Full Breakdown
Indoor and outdoor sports differ in surface, weather exposure, equipment, rules, and player demands. Here is a clear comparison of both categories.
The Push Shot in Table Tennis: How and When to Use It
The push is a defensive table tennis stroke played under the ball to return backspin with backspin. Learn the correct technique, common mistakes, and when to use it in a rally.