Sports Connections Hints: Jul 21, 2026
This page shows spoiler-layered hints for the NYT Sports Connectionspuzzle published on Jul 21, 2026 (2026-07-21). Step through the hints in order and only reveal the full boardwhen you're ready.
Meta: Sports puzzle #954
Connections Sports #954 · 2026-07-21
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Group 1
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SUMMER OLYMPIC SPORTS
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EQUESTRIAN
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SUMMER OLYMPIC SPORTS
- EQUESTRIAN
- VOLLEYBALL
- FIELD HOCKEY
- WATER POLO
Group 2
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AGAINST THE RULES IN SOCCER
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HANDBALL
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AGAINST THE RULES IN SOCCER
- HANDBALL
- FOUL
- OFFSIDE
- SIMULATION
Group 3
Reveal category
WNBA ROOKIES
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FUDD
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WNBA ROOKIES
- FUDD
- MILES
- FAM
- BETTS
Group 4
Reveal category
THINGS THAT ARE RED
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DODGEBALL
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THINGS THAT ARE RED
- DODGEBALL
- BOXING GLOVES
- COACH'S CHALLENGE FLAG
- GOAL LIGHT
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SUMMER OLYMPIC SPORTS
- EQUESTRIAN
- VOLLEYBALL
- FIELD HOCKEY
- WATER POLO
AGAINST THE RULES IN SOCCER
- HANDBALL
- FOUL
- OFFSIDE
- SIMULATION
WNBA ROOKIES
- FUDD
- MILES
- FAM
- BETTS
THINGS THAT ARE RED
- DODGEBALL
- BOXING GLOVES
- COACH'S CHALLENGE FLAG
- GOAL LIGHT
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