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TIME100 Sports Gala honors rise of women’s sports in New York

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 6:00 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

TIME100 Sports Gala honors rise of women’s sports in New York

Summary

The inaugural TIME100 Sports Gala on July 16, 2026, in New York City featured athletes like Eileen Gu, Hilary Knight, and Trinity Rodman celebrating the ascent of women’s sports. Gu emphasized the importance of representation, while Knight highlighted the significance of visibility in women’s athletics. Rodman shared insights on leadership during her recent match with Gotham FC, which set an attendance record with over 40,000 fans. The event showcased influential figures in sports and was supported by major sponsors.

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•The TIME100 Sports Gala took place on July 16, 2026, in New York City.
•Eileen Gu won six Olympic medals and discussed representation in sports.
•Hilary Knight focused on the importance of visibility for women’s sports.
•Trinity Rodman broke attendance records with over 40,000 fans at her match against Gotham FC.
•Sponsors included J.P. Morgan, Toyota, and Target.

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