athletics

The New York Times examines whether speed suits used in competitive sports genuinely improve performance, asking what the science says about their effect on athletes' speed. The piece weighs claims made by manufacturers against evidence on aerodynamics, fit and measured gains, at a time when elite competitions continue to spotlight the gear athletes wear.

South Korean golfer Tom Kim is heading from the Presidents Cup straight to the Asian Games, where a gold medal would earn him an exemption from South Korea's mandatory military service. All able-bodied South Korean men must serve, and athletes can avoid it by winning major international titles. Kim, one of golf's rising young stars, is competing for South Korea at the Games in Hangzhou.

Golfer Tom Kim has made an early exit from the Presidents Cup, with reports noting his pursuit of a military exemption in South Korea. South Korean men must complete military service, though elite athletes can earn exemptions through major international achievements such as Olympic medals or Asian Games gold, making each competitive opportunity significant for Kim's status.