Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Sports

Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington DC Marathon, Half-Marathon Canceled Due to COVID-19

Running USA has announced that they are canceling this year’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon and Half Marathon in DC because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

DC Gets First Legal Sportsbook Inside Capital One Arena Box Office

Capital One Arena Box Office, run by the Monumental Sports & Entertainment, has become home to a temporary sportsbook.

Former Redskins Get Temporary Name: ‘Washington Football Team’

DC’s NFL franchise, formerly known as the Redskins, announced Thursday that it will go by “Washington Football Team” until it agrees on a new name.

Citi Open in DC Canceled Amid COVID-19 and Travel Restrictions

The Citi Open tennis tournament, which was slated to kick off on August 13 in the District, has been canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Dr. Anthony Fauci to Throw Out Ceremonial First Pitch on Nationals’ Opening Day

Dr. Anthony Fauci is slated to throw out the ceremonial first pitch for the Washington Nationals at their season-opening game against the New York Yankees.

Washington Redskins Staffers Accused of Sexual Harassment By At Least 15 Women

Fifteen former female employees of the Washington Redskins accused the National Football League (NFL) team’s ex-staff members of sexual misconduct.

Washington Redskins Officially Announces Name Change

The Washington Redskins officially announced that they would change their controversial name and logo in an anticipated move following mounting pressure.

Amazon Withdraws Redskins Merchandise From Site Over Name Controversy

Amazon said that it was pulling Washington Redskins merchandise from its online platform, while pressure on the team to change its name has been mounting.