Connections: Sports Edition is a fresh take on the beloved New York Times word game aimed at putting sports fans to the test.

Like the original Connections, this game emphasizes uncovering “common threads among words.” Similar to Wordle, Connections updates after midnight, with each new word set presenting greater challenges—therefore, we’ve compiled some hints and strategies to aid your success.

If you’re interested in viewing today’s puzzle solution, skip to the end of this article for the most recent Connections answer. For those who prefer solving it on their own, keep reading for clues, tips, and strategies.

What is Connections Sports Edition?

The NYT‘s newest daily word game launches in collaboration with The Athletic, the New York Times’ sports reporting platform. Connections is available on both web browsers and mobile devices, requiring players to group four words that share a common connection.

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Each puzzle features 16 words categorized into four groups. These groups can consist of anything from book titles to software or country names. While several words may appear to match together, only one correct answer exists.

If a player successfully identifies all four words in a group, those words are eliminated from the board. Incorrect guesses are counted as mistakes, with players permitted up to four mistakes before the game concludes.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to more easily identify connections. Each group is color-coded, with yellow indicating the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, results can be shared with friends on social platforms.