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Dikembe Mutombo: Where Are They Now? Jul 15, 2022

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Even in an era full of great big-men, Dikembe Mutombo stood out. Beloved for his indomitable spirit on the court, Mutombo is also a humanitarian with a focus on healthcare. Having built a hospital named for his late mother in Kinshasa, he's turned his attention to advocating for vaccine uptake in Africa and the US. SI contributor Brian Burnsed caught up with Mutombo as part of SI's annual 'Where Are They Now?' series.

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Michael Schumacher: Where Are They Now? Jul 13, 2022

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Michael Schumacher is the most successful Formula 1 driver of all time. With F1 on the rise and a son on the grid, you'd think the elder Schumacher would be font-and-center for this moment. But after a skiing accident, Schumacher has swiftly exited public life. Jon Wertheim has the story as part of SI's annual 'Where Are They Now?' series.

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John Amaechi: Where Are They Now? Jul 12, 2022

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*Today continues "Where Are They Now?" week at SI. Stay tuned for more shows in our audio series.*

After his unlikely NBA career, Englishman John Amaechi sent a shockwave through the sports world by coming out as gay in 2007. Nets center Jason Collins followed six years later. And since then? Not a single NBA player has decided it was worth it to walk their path. SI contributor Chris Ballard flew to London to catch up with John Amaechi, learn about his life as a psychologist, and hear his thoughts on why a blossoming of openly gay players in the NBA hasn't come to pass.

John Amaechi, the First NBA Player to Come Out, Is a Psychologist Today. He Has a Lot to Talk Us Through. | Where Are They Now? 2022 on SI.com

John Amaechi at The Oxford Union

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Steffi Graf: Where Are They Now? Jul 11, 2022

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*Today kicks off "Where Are They Now?" week at SI. Stay tuned for more shows in our audio series.*

Steffi Graf was a dominant force in women's tennis during her prime, winning 22 majors between 1987 and 1999. Two years after retiring, she married Andre Agassi, one the sport's all-time rock stars. If she chose to step into the spotlight, she would instantly draw a raft of endorsements and plum TV jobs. So why doesn't she? SI senior writer Jon Wertheim explains where Steffi Graf has been for the last two decades.

Steffi Graf Is Still Too Famous for Steffi Graf | Where Are They Now? 2022 on SI.com

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Stefon & Trevon Diggs: NFL Brotherly Love Jul 07, 2022

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Wideout versus cornerback. Big brother versus little brother. In the end, it's Stefon and Trevon Diggs versus whatever comes. SI senior writer Alex Prewitt wrote the cover story about these two brothers who lost their father, helped each other grow up, and climbed the heights of the NFL, together.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Party in the USA, (Canada, and Mexico) Jul 06, 2022

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The 2026 World Cup will have an expanded field hosted by three countries – Canada, the US and Mexico. To discuss the host cities in 2026, as well as the final qualifiers for the upcoming World Cup later this year in Qatar, we’re joined by one of our favorite guests – Luis Miguel Echegaray, formerly of SI, now of CBS Sports and the ¡Qué Golazo! podcast.

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The Birth, Death and Rebirth of Ballsack Sports Jul 05, 2022

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When Ballsack Sports started posting made-up reports in the guise of real journalism, it got a ton of attention for fooling big names — from NBA general managers to TV talking heads. SI's Ben Pickman tracked down the mysterious figure behind Ballsack Sports and got him to reveal his true motives for trolling the sports world.

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Kelly Slater: Mind Surfing at 50 Jun 29, 2022

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Kelly Slater is the most successful pro surfer in the history of the sport. Brandon Sneed spent time with this deep thinker from humble beginnings who is still riding waves, learning from the water, and winning competitions at age 50.

article, Kelly Slater Won the Super Bowl of Surfing at 50. So, What’s Next?

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Wimbledon 2022: Serena Williams In, Russians Out Jun 27, 2022

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Wimbledon is underway and this year's edition is marked by some notable absences and additions. Russian and Belarusian players were banned due to the invasion of Ukraine but Serena Williams will launch her comeback in London joining notables Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Iga Swiatek, and Andy Murray in competing for The Championships. SI's tennis expert Jon Wertheim is here with all the news for the fortnight.

Jon Wertheim's columns on SI.com

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Softball's Greatest Show: Women's College World Series Jun 24, 2022

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Every summer, softball fans and players take a pilgrimage to Oklahoma City for the Women's College World Series. SI's Emma Baccellieri went to see this beloved event for the first time, returning with tales of tailgating, Oklahoma Sooners dominance, and their reigning home run queen, Jocelyn Alo.

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