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AI helps cyclists work out how much to eat during the Tour de France

18 April 2023

Cycling teams are beginning to plan their riders' diets using statistical models that analyse data on the route, weather conditions and individuals’ power output
Bradley Beal of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket

AI that spots basketball players’ weaknesses could help underdogs win

1 April 2023

By quickly analysing where and when NBA players take their shots, an artificial intelligence could help their opponents gain an advantage

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