Fox News Sports Huddle Newsletter: California takes centerstage in transgender athlete debate, Indy500 drama

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Split with transgender flag and track finish line (Getty Images)

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Girls’ sports – The transgender athlete finished first in multiple events in the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Track Championship Masters Qualifiers over the weekend. The athletes are scheduled to compete in the Women’s Long Jump and Triple Jump State Championships later this week. The Ministry of Education is investigating the CIF. Continue reading…

Eligibility Rules – The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) told Fox News Digital it has revised eligibility rules for the state championship. The change came just after President Donald Trump threatened to withhold federal funds from California.. Continue reading…

Family Reactions – The rules change will allow at least two California high school athletes to qualify for a state title after a trans athlete has been shy about at a typical qualification threshold after winning a pair of events. The family with their daughter looking to win the title told Fox News Digital that they are “thank” to the White House for their interest in upcoming events. Continue reading…

(Upper right) President Donald Trump. (Bottom right) California Governor Gavin Newsom. (Left) Audiences will protect girls’ sports shirts at the Division 3 Athletics Stadium in the CIF Southern Section, held at Nathan Chapelle Memorial Stadium at Yoruba Linda High School in Yoruba Linda, California on May 10, 2025. (Getty Images)

Moved to the rear – Andretti Global Drivers Marcus Ericsson and Kyle Kirkwood were stripped of their original finish on the Indy 500 after failing post-race technical inspections. Continue reading…

Indy 500 History – Alex Pallow etched his name in a history book and enjoyed a ritual milk swig at Victory Lane at the Indianapolis 500 over the weekend. He became the first Spanish driver to win “the biggest sight in the race.”“ Continue reading…

Spain’s Alex Pau celebrates with fans after winning the Indianapolis 500 Auto Race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday, May 25, 2025. (AP photo/Michael Conroy)

Chaos continues – Tensions flare up during Saturday’s NCAA baseball game between Samford and Mercer. The player’s animated home run celebration caused drainage for players, coaches and even parents. Continue reading…

“The best for our game” – Caitlyn Clark blew hist in search of Agnell Reese’s terrible foul during his latest WNBA matchup. The intense moments sparked more debate about rivalry. This is what Dawn Staley believes in the end is “great for our game.” Continue reading…

Can’t check – The WNBA said it could not demonstrate reports of racist fan behavior at the Indiana Fever Chicago Sky Game on May 17th. Officials said the league will continue to be wary of enforcing our code of conduct.” Continue reading…

Bystander – Wednesday shows Kate Linklark missed his first game over four years in Iowa and time in the WNBA. On Monday, Indiana Fever announced that the Star Guard would miss at least two weeks due to quad tensions. Continue reading…

Indiana Fever Guard Kate Rinklerk (22) Fouls Chicago Sky Forward Angel Lease (5) Later in Gainbridge Field House. (Trevor Ruszkowski-Immagn image)

From Outkick – Kirk Cousins skipped the first day of the Atlanta Falcons’ voluntary organized team activity. The veteran quarterback has expressed his desire to move to another team with the opportunity to start in 2025. Continue reading…

View Now – The Pacers won the command series to defeat the Knicks in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Colin Cowherd of Fox Sports discusses Tyrese Haliburton’s outstanding performance. Continue reading…

From Fox Sports – Fox analyst Terry Bradshaw’s NFL criticised the Pittsburgh Steelers for reporting that they had continued pursuit of free agent star quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Continue reading…