sportsmanship
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The essence of sports is good sportsmanship, which stems from good character and a respect for the game.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
Readers argue that “gimme” putts affect sportsmanship, pace of play and the overall enjoyment of the game.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
Against Musetti, Djokovic also recovered from falling victim to his own exemplary sportsmanship.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026
The music swells further as he reflects on how crushed he was to lose his job over what his lawyers called a “silent or quiet prayer of thanksgiving for player safety, sportsmanship, and spirited competition.”
From Slate • Oct. 1, 2025
“I beat you. And then, if you ask nicely, I’ll sign an autograph for you. That’s pretty generous sportsmanship, don’t you think?”
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
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