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Kentucky Derby 2026: Answering Every Stupid Question You Might Have About Horse Racing

Here’s the inside track on what first-time viewers should know about the sport.

Sports Illustrated · May 1

The Triple Crown Is at a Crossroads Between a Modern Calendar and Tradition

By keeping Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty out of the Preakness last year, Bill Mott reignited horse racing’s long-simmering debate.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 28

With Brendan Sorsby’s Status in Limbo, Here’s How Texas Tech’s Quarterback Room Looks

With high-priced portal addition Sorsby on indefinite leave due to a gambling addiction, here's what the Red Raiders' quarterback room looks like.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 27

Jeff Brohm, Kalen DeBoer Ink Huge Contract Extensions Months After Being Prominent Names in Coaching Carousel

Brohm and DeBoer are tied to Louisville and Alabama, respectively, through the 2033 season.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 23

2026 NFL Draft Trade Tracker: Full Details on Every Deal

A look at the major deals happening throughout the NFL draft.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 23

10 First Round Bold Predictions for the 2026 NFL Draft

How about a little suspense with the No. 1 pick? Plus, the Cardinals get their franchise quarterback, and the Chiefs get a replacement for Travis Kelce.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 23

Three Things We Learned From Saturday's College Football Spring Games: Ohio State’s Offense Looks Recession-Proof

Here’s what to know after Saturday’s crop of contests.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 19

NCAA Men’s Frozen Four Preview: How to Watch Big Ten, Traditional Powers Battle for College Hockey Crown

In early April, the men’s and women’s Final Fours tend to get all the glory in college sports circles. However, for those in the know, there is another allitera

Sports Illustrated · Apr 9

Legendary ESPN Broadcaster Dick Vitale’s Latest Health Tests Showed ‘Abnormalities’

Vitale has had bouts with four different forms of cancer but was on the microphone for an NCAA tournament First Four game in March.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 8

The History of Masters Traditions: From Honorary Starters and Phones to Gnomes

You know the Champions Dinner and the skipping at 16. But did you know the city of Augusta used to have a Masters parade? Gary Van Sickle goes deep into what makes the Masters the Masters.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 8