Connections: Sports Edition represents a fresh version of the acclaimed New York Times word game intended to test sports fans.

Like the original Connections, this game focuses on discovering “common threads among words.” Similar to Wordle, Connections resets nightly, and each new word set becomes progressively harder—hence, we’ve offered some hints and tips to assist you.

If you’re seeking the solution for today’s puzzle, head to the end of this article for the latest Connections answer. If you’d rather solve it on your own, keep reading for clues, advice, and strategies.

What is Connections Sports Edition?

The NYT‘s newest daily word game has debuted in partnership with The Athletic, the sports journalism arm of the New York Times. Connections can be played on web browsers and mobile devices, and it requires players to organize four words that possess a common link.

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Each puzzle features 16 words split into four categories. These groups can include anything from book titles to software names or country designations. While multiple words might appear connected, only one solution is correct.

When a player successfully identifies all four words in a category, those words are eliminated from the board. An incorrect guess counts as a mistake—players are allowed up to four errors before the game concludes.

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Players can rearrange and shuffle the board for easier connection spotting. Each group is color-coded, starting with yellow for the simplest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Similar to Wordle, you can share your results on social media.