HBO's 'Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel' Ends After 29 Years

The award-winning show, known for its investigative reporting on sports-related issues, concludes as host Bryant Gumbel opts for timely exit.

After 29 years, HBO's 'Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel' aired its final episode.
The show, often compared to a sports version of '60 Minutes', was known for its investigative reporting and features on sports-related issues.
Throughout its run, 'Real Sports' won numerous awards for its coverage on topics such as corruption at the International Olympic Committee, labor abuses in Qatar's World Cup preparations, and the impact of concussions in sports.
Bryant Gumbel, the 75-year-old host, decided it was time to end the show, stating he'd rather leave a year too early than a day too late.
The end of 'Real Sports' is seen as a significant loss for sports journalism, as it was one of the few outlets that could explore issues without worrying about ratings, sponsorships or relationships.