Professional golf wasn’t established until 1916, and professional leagues in basketball and football first formed in the 1920s. Amateur status was especially prized in tennis — before the “Open Era” began in 1968, only amateurs were allowed to compete in Grand Slam tournaments. Sports ...
Certainly, Paris will be packed for the Summer Olympics. But there are plenty of other options where you can avoid the crowds — and even take in some of the Olympics action for soccer, sailing, basketball, and surfing. Nine destinations outside the metro region are also hosting ...