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Tim Layden

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Writer-at-large @NBCSports. Typing stories, narrating essays. 25 yrs at Sports Illustrated @SINow. Before that @Newsday @TimesUnion. 4x BASW. Husband, Dad, Eph

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Joined April 2009
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I worked at Sports Illustrated for 25 years (94-'19) and never felt prouder than when we shelved the idea to not publish following 9/11 and instead put out this magazine. My contribution, among many tone-perfect pieces: vault.si.com/vault/2001/09/2…
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Re-read @ByTimLayden today and consider the circumstances/mag era. Truly amazing. (New link here, cuz SI Vault is ☠️ si.com/nfl/2015/09/15/si-vau…)
SI Vault: Patriots guard Joe Andruzzi reminded who the real heroes are

SI Vault: Patriots guard Joe Andruzzi reminded who the real heroes are

Former New England Patriots veteran Joe Andruzzi has three brothers in the New York City fire department, one of which came close to death in the attacks of the Twin Towers on Sept. 11. In honor of...

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I worked at Sports Illustrated for 25 years (94-'19) and never felt prouder than when we shelved the idea to not publish following 9/11 and instead put out this magazine. My contribution, among many tone-perfect pieces: vault.si.com/vault/2001/09/2…
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Duncan Robinson’s love of basketball started with his big brother, Eli. But when Eli got older, he began to struggle. It takes incredible strength to share a story like this. Thank you, Duncan, for your vulnerability. Well done @mcten. I know this hit close to home.
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Of all the forces that slowed Mikaela Shiffrin and then empowered her to win another Olympic gold medal, one stands out: Grief. On Wednesday she set herself free. Column for @NBCOlympics @NBCSports nbcolympics.com/news/slalom-…
With slalom gold, Mikaela Shiffrin rewrites her story and finds freedom

With slalom gold, Mikaela Shiffrin rewrites her story and finds freedom

Shiffrin won another Olympic gold medal in the slalom on Wednesday afternoon. It was Shiffrin's third Olympic gold medal, although her first in eight years, and those eight years are the spine of her...

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Given one more chance, of course @lindseyvonn pushed it. And crashed. That doesn’t negate a remarkable 2-year comeback. Story for @NBCSports @NBCOlympics nbcolympics.com/news/lindsey…
Lindsey Vonn, pushing to the end, didn’t need storybook ending to inspire

Lindsey Vonn, pushing to the end, didn’t need storybook ending to inspire

It is possible that if Lindsey Vonn skied conservatively, she could have simply finished, which would have been a happy ending for the world. But as Lindsey Vonn once said: "I love pushing myself to...

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Amazing deep dive on American speed skating superstar Jordan Stolz by @ByTimLayden. He is a once-in-a-generation athlete in his sport and is primed for one of the best Olympic performances ever. Our @NBCOlympics team can’t wait to bring you his story. nbcolympics.com/news/speed-s…
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Michael Phelps is a beacon of support for those struggling with mental health issues, which is why he’s earned SI’s 2025 Muhammad Ali Legacy Award si.com/sportsperson/michael-…
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Duncan Robinson grew up wanting to be just like his older brother, who loved ketchup on noodles, animals and basketball. The Pistons guard is still modeling himself after his brother now, by talking openly, just as Eli did: nbcnews.com/sports/nba/nba-d… tiktok.com/@nbcnews/video/75…
An NBA star's family fought for years to help their brother. Now they want to help others.

An NBA star's family fought for years to help their brother. Now they want to help others.

Detroit Pistons guard Duncan Robinson lost his brother to suicide following a schizophrenia diagnosis. By launching a foundation, Robinson is trying to "turn pain into progress."

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D. Wayne Lukas retired this week at age 89, and entered hospice care. He was unlike anything racing had seen: Audacious, obsessive, unparalleled... determined to make fast horses at the expense of everything else. One of a kind. nbcsports.com/horse-racing/n…
Legendary trainer D. Wayne Lukas: Audacious, obsessed, unparalleled

Legendary trainer D. Wayne Lukas: Audacious, obsessed, unparalleled

In horse racing and beyond, there is no one like D. Wayne Lukas.

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Sovereignty won the Kentucky Derby and put its beleaguered sport in a time machine. Trainer Bill Mott back in the mud, and "This one was better." Game story from a cold, sloppy Derby 151. @NBCSports nbcsports.com/horse-racing/n…
Sovereignty's Kentucky Derby win helps heal the past and soothe the present

Sovereignty's Kentucky Derby win helps heal the past and soothe the present

Sovereignty's victory in the 151st Kentucky Derby offered its trainer and jockey a cleansing victory, and the sport, welcomed enjoyment.

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Carmelo Anthony discusses his excitement to join the NBA on NBC team and his 2025 Hall of Fame induction. 🤩
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It’s been four years since Bob Baffert ran a horse in the Kentucky Derby, and today, he rejoins the biggest racing party in the world. 🐎 #KyDerby
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Journalism is not only the Kentucky Derby favorite, he is a modern symbol of resilience, chased from his home by wildfires, only to return, undeterred and unbothered. The name ain't bad, either. Story for @NBCSports nbcsports.com/horse-racing/k…
Four months after wildfires, Kentucky Derby favorite Journalism embodies symbol of resilience

Four months after wildfires, Kentucky Derby favorite Journalism embodies symbol of resilience

Journalism is the favorite in the 151st Kentucky Derby. Four months ago, he and his trainer were displaced by the destructive wildfires in southern California.

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With the World Figure Skating Championships in Boston, we remember the lives tragically lost earlier this year in the Washington, DC plane crash that impacted the figure skating community.
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Figure skater Max Naumov lost his parents in the Jan. plane crash. Now he embraces the memory of their last minutes together, and holds his father’s favorite motto: “We Must Fight.” nbcsports.com/olympics/news/…
"We Must Fight." Figure Skater Max Naumov Hears his Father's Words and Carries On

"We Must Fight." Figure Skater Max Naumov Hears his Father's Words and Carries On

Max Naumov reflects on his final moments with his parents, and their legacy, two months after their plane crashed over Washington, D.C.

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Beautiful piece this morning about Max Naumov and the Skating Club of Boston before worlds ❤️❤️ nbcsports.com/olympics/news/…
"We Must Fight." Figure Skater Max Naumov Hears his Father's Words and Carries On

"We Must Fight." Figure Skater Max Naumov Hears his Father's Words and Carries On

Max Naumov reflects on his final moments with his parents, and their legacy, two months after their plane crashed over Washington, D.C.

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“We Must Fight.” Figure Skater Max Naumov Hears his Father’s Words and Carries On nbcsports.com/olympics/news/…
"We Must Fight." Figure Skater Max Naumov Hears his Father's Words and Carries On

"We Must Fight." Figure Skater Max Naumov Hears his Father's Words and Carries On

Max Naumov reflects on his final moments with his parents, and their legacy, two months after their plane crashed over Washington, D.C.

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.@ByTimLayden on how Lindsey Vonn went from surgery to get a pain-free life back to a ski racing comeback. nbcsports.com/olympics/news/…
Lindsey Vonn, in uncharted territory on rebuilt knee, racing against time for one last Olympics

Lindsey Vonn, in uncharted territory on rebuilt knee, racing against time for one last Olympics

"I'm a girl from Minnesota who loves to ski. I realize people might not believe that. Maybe their perception will change after this. I'm not sure. But it really is that simple."

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Roll Tide and Sweet Home Alabama. 🐘 Tim Layden explains how Talladega and Alabama Football put on a party you'll never forget.
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