I got to talk about sport boycotts in this BBC World Service program on Eurovision! #sporthistory #skystorians 🗃️ #eurovision
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My first ODNB entry is published - Tony Nash, GB 🇬🇧 bobsled pilot who won 🥇 at the 1964 Winter Olympics #sporthistory #skystorians 🗃️ #olympics
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Grain embargoes and Cold War sanctions warped travel, sponsorship, and TV rights—then the 1980 Moscow Olympics took the hit. 60+ nations stayed home, leaving sunk costs, thin fields, and a politicized medal table. Markets don’t like boycotts. #SportHistory encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn...
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An intriguing #sporthistory acquisition - a manuscript poem from the 1830s dedicated to the Six Feet Club, an Edinburgh club for athletic sports. Written by poet Charles Doyne Sillery and unpublished as far as I can tell. Mentions steeplechase, quoits, hammer throwing and (obliquely) football.
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Nice start here for some great cycling history in Northern California!
www.norcalvelodromeshistory.com?fbclid=IwY2x...
#cyclinghistory #sporthistory #cycling #velodrome
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Prize money in the U.S. Triple Crown races spikes in 1930, with Gallant Fox sweeping the series—turning horse racing into a major betting and media spectacle during the early Depression years. #SportHistory
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In 1968, Wimbledon finally went "Open," awarding Rod Laver £2,000 as its first professional-era champion. Though the women’s prize was just £750, the gate had swung open—ending "shamateurism" and starting the journey toward the global pro game we see today. 🎾🏆💷 #SportHistory
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No matter what Harvard claims, Penn’s Franklin Field is the oldest collegiate stadium being used for football www.inquirer.com/arts/frankli...
#sporthistory #sportheritage #skystorians 🗃️
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In 1860 (after a year of hype!), the world stood still for Sayers vs. Heenan. The first "World Heavyweight Title" ended in a bloody draw and a ring-side riot, but it gave birth to modern boxing. From bare-knuckle brawls to global icons. 🥊🇬🇧🇺🇸 #SportHistory
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International sport organizations have made entry into the country for teams, officials, etc a requirement for hosting since the 1960s - which I detailed here @umasspress.bsky.social #sporthistory #skystorians 🗃️
www.umasspress.com/978162534595...
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Tommie Smith and John Carlos raise black-gloved fists on the 1968 Summer Olympics podium—200m medals turned into a global protest against racial injustice. 1968 #SportHistory
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Bill Tilden sticks to home turf, defending his U.S. National title and skipping Wimbledon entirely—no sweep, just dominance stateside. 1924 #SportHistory
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In 1964, Wilt Chamberlain began the greatest pivot in NBA history. Moving away from the 100-point "scoring machine" label, he proved a giant could be the league's best passer, too. Big man, different game, same dominance. 🏀💫📈 #SportHistory
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Althea Gibson breaks the color barrier at the 1950 U.S. National Championships, becoming the first Black player in the main draw—pushing tennis toward integration, one match at a time. #SportHistory
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Carl Lewis hangs on in 1995, winning long jump gold at the World Championships in Gothenburg at age 34—his fourth straight world title in the event. Longevity, not luck. #SportHistory
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Poster advertising talk, “Public Diplomacy Gone Wrong” with three copies of the book Diplomatic Games on the top third
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Had a wonderful time speaking at BYU’s David Kennedy Center for International Studies today about public diplomacy & talking with a small group of students in their seminar. How amazing to have a whole semester on Sport & Society, and so glad I could be part of it! #sporthistory #skystorians 🗃️
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In 2001, Tiger Woods won the Masters, completing the “Tiger Slam”—holding all four major titles at once. A rare feat that redefined dominance in golf and elevated the sport’s global appeal. #SportHistory
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In 2006, Shaun White dominated the Winter Olympics in Turin, winning gold in the halfpipe with a near-flawless final run—redefining snowboarding excellence and becoming a global icon of the sport. #SportHistory
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In 1921, the Yankees made their World Series debut in an all-NYC "Subway Series" at the Polo Grounds. Though Babe Ruth’s injury led to a Giants victory, the series—the first ever on radio—signaled the rise of the Yankee dynasty and a new, high-powered era for America’s pastime. ⚾🍎 #SportHistory
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In 1978, Martina Navratilova captured her first Wimbledon title, sparking the greatest rivalry in tennis history. By blending elite athleticism with a relentless serve-and-volley game, she redefined what was possible for female athletes and conquered Centre Court a record nine times. #SportHistory
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In 1958, Althea Gibson won her second consecutive Wimbledon title, cementing her status as the world’s #1 player. By shattering the "all-white" traditions of the sport with back-to-back victories in London and New York, she paved the way for every champion who followed. 🎾🏆 #SportHistory
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In 1994, Nancy Kerrigan delivered a stunning Olympic performance in Lillehammer, winning silver amid intense global attention—one of the most драмatic and widely watched moments in figure skating history. #SportHistory
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In 1970, Muhammad Ali made his long-awaited return to boxing after a 3-year ban, defeating Jerry Quarry by TKO. His comeback became a defining moment of resilience and sporting legacy. #SportHistory
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In 1962, New Zealand’s Peter Snell stunned the world by running a 3:54.4 mile on a grass track in Wanganui. By shaving a tenth of a second off Herb Elliott’s record, Snell cemented his legacy as a dual-threat middle-distance king. 🏃♂️🇳🇿 #SportHistory #PeterSnell #Running
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In 1993, Monica Seles dominated the Australian Open, solidifying her No. 1 status. But her era-defining power was tragically cut short that April by an on-court stabbing that sidelined her for two years, leaving behind the greatest "what if" in sports history. 🎾💔 #SportHistory #MonicaSeles #Tennis
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In 1952, Emil Zátopek won gold in the 5,000m, 10,000m, and marathon at the Helsinki Olympics, a record triple no one else has ever matched. #SportHistory
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In 1936, Sonja Henie captured her third consecutive Olympic gold in figure skating at the 1936 Winter Olympics. Her dominance and showmanship transformed the sport and helped popularize modern figure skating worldwide. #SportHistory
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In 1979, Larry Bird and Magic Johnson met in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship, with Johnson’s Michigan State Spartans defeating Bird’s Indiana State Sycamores. The clash ignited a rivalry that transformed basketball. #SportHistory
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In 2005, Tiger Woods produced one of golf’s most iconic shots at The Masters—a delicate chip on the 16th hole that paused on the lip before dropping in. The moment powered his comeback win and became a defining highlight in golf history. #SportHistory
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