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The article explores how the St. Louis Cardinals are integrating advanced sports technology, such as force plates, motion capture, high-speed cameras, wearables, and biomechanical analysis, to enhance player performance and injury prevention, highlighting a holistic approach to data-driven baseball training.
BlackHeart Bike Co. debuts the new Road AL, an aluminum-framed road bike designed for speed and versatility, at the Sea Otter Classic '24. Priced at $1,999 for the frameset with custom Cerakote paint, the Road AL features premium 7005 double-butted aluminum, sharp geometry, and customizable options, making it an attractive option for riders looking for a high-end aluminum road bike.
DT Swiss introduces the Ratchet DEG freehub with 90-tooth steel ratchets, offering a 4-degree engagement angle, the smallest ever from the brand. This new technology promises improved reliability and load distribution, particularly beneficial for quick acceleration during technical climbs. The hubs will be available in Classic and Limited Red Editions, with pricing starting at £354.99.
The 128th Boston Marathon is underway, and for those looking to track their favorite runners, the B.A.A. Racing App offers live tracking, social media integration, and interactive course maps, while the B.A.A. website provides online tracking and updates at various mile markers. Additionally, following the Boston Marathon's social media accounts on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok can provide pertinent updates throughout the race day.
Fox has unveiled the new 32 Step-Cast XC fork, featuring a reverse arch, Grip SL damper, and structural redesign, resulting in a 100g weight reduction and a claimed 40% increase in stiffness. The reverse arch enhances lateral stiffness without adding weight, while the Grip SL damper shaves 65g compared to the previous FIT4 damper. Other weight-saving features include a new 0mm offset crown, double-butted damper stanchion, and a Kabolt SL axle. The fork is available in various models, starting at £899, and is designed for 29-inch wheels with 100mm of travel, catering to the demands of epic XC marathon rides.
Project321 has launched its new G3 Hubs, featuring a 6-lock technology for any rotor. The hubs use a 72-tooth drive ring and three-step magnetically actuated pawls, with two additional pawls for increased engagement. The M-Pulse technology minimizes drag and reduces moving parts. The 6-Lock tech offers six-bolt rotor retention and can convert to a center lock application. The new axle and bearing layout aims to prevent broken axles, and the hubs come in 12 colors with customizable options. Prices range from $650 to $700 USD.
The Colorado Rockies have launched Rockies.tv, an online streaming service that will show all of the team's games this season, with MLB producing and distributing the games and removing blackouts for fans in the Rockies' traditional TV territory. Prices for Rockies.tv range from $19.99 per month for Rockies games only to $39.99 per month for a package including MLB.tv. Details regarding the ability to watch games on traditional cable channels are yet to be announced. AT&T SportsNet Mountain Rocky Mountain, which had televised Rockies games since 1997, shut down last December, and MLB has stepped in to produce and distribute games for other teams as well.
Ferrari has rejected the Red Bull-style push-rod rear suspension in favor of its own pull-rod layout, citing good aero results and no significant advantage in switching. The team's technical director, Enrico Cardile, emphasized the innovative nature of Ferrari's rear suspension for the 2024 car, which includes a clever reorientation to produce a shorter gearbox and improve compliance. Ferrari is committed to its suspension layout for the year and is not considering any other option.
Google Pixel has become the "Official Mobile Phone" of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) through a multi-year partnership, offering fans exclusive behind-the-scenes access and sponsoring a contest for U.S.-based fans to be part of the "Pitchside with Pixel" program at a regular season match. Pixel will also be the "Presenting Partner of the NWSL Playoffs and Championship," further expanding Google's sports partnerships, which include similar collaborations with the Arsenal and Liverpool Football Club, as well as Pixel Frauen-Bundesliga in Germany.
Amazon's Prime Video has secured the exclusive rights to stream an NFL playoff game next season, following its success in hitting viewership metrics during the past season's "Thursday Night Football" agreement with the league. This marks a significant move in the streaming landscape, with NBCUniversal's Peacock having previously shown a playoff game exclusively on a streaming service. Amazon's heavy investment in sports broadcasting is aimed at boosting its Prime membership, which currently boasts 200 million subscribers worldwide.
Wilson is set to release the highly engineered Wilson Airless Gen1 basketball, a 3D-printed ball that eliminates the need for inflation and comes in black, brown, and off-white natural colors. The ball, which will be available on Wilson.com and at the NBA All-Star weekend, features upgrades from the prototype and is fully playable, meeting regulation specifications. The 3D printing process allows for customization and potential sustainable advantages, with Wilson hoping to drive industry interest in embracing this technology for future generations of airless balls.
ESPN, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery are teaming up to launch a sports streaming platform in the fall, offering content from at least 15 networks and all four major professional sports leagues. The platform will include games from the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA, NASCAR, college sports, golf, tennis, and the FIFA World Cup, and subscribers will have the option to bundle the product with Disney+, Hulu, and/or Max. This move comes as ESPN and Warner Bros. Discovery prepare to negotiate their NBA rights, and ESPN is also seeking strategic partners for its upcoming direct-to-consumer product.
ESPN, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery are teaming up to launch a joint sports streaming service this fall, offering a new way for consumers to access live sports. The platform, owned by a newly formed company with equal ownership from the three entities, will provide a skinnier bundle of linear networks tailored for sports fans, including ESPN, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery's sports networks. Subscribers will have the option to bundle the service with Disney+, Hulu, and Max, and a separate direct-to-consumer streaming product from ESPN is still in the works.
The new Kick Sauber C44 features a pull-rod front suspension and a Red Bull-inspired design philosophy, with heavily undercut sidepods and a RB19-like radiator inlet. The car, still Ferrari-powered, was initiated under the previous technical director Jan Monchaux and completed under James Key. The pull-rod front suspension allows for tighter aerodynamic control and reduced dive under braking, while the heavy downward ramp of the sidepod and radiator inlets aim to keep airflow consistent. Additionally, a regulation increase in the roll hoop load test has led to design changes, and the front wing and floor edges are carefully concealed.
NBA is planning to incorporate Apple's Immersive Video format into its events, starting with the All-Star Weekend, to enhance the at-home fan experience. NBA commissioner Adam Silver and Apple CEO Tim Cook discussed the future of the app and the potential of VR content, with Silver emphasizing that it offers a better experience than sitting courtside. The NBA app is now available on Vision Pro, offering features like Multiview and real-time stats.