Overview

• Media previews unveiled the Popdarts world championship format, featuring tabletop and cornhole versions played to 21 points with strategic scoring.
• Slippery Stairs races will challenge competitors to ascend 39 varying padded steps without touching the sides in separate men’s, women’s and children’s heats.
• Dodgeball matches at AdventHealth Arena adopt new rules prohibiting blocking with another ball while allowing midair line crossings.
• Free admission and complimentary parking are confirmed for August 1 at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports, kicking off a record 65-hour run split between August 1–2 and August 8.
• ESPN General Manager Leroy Arrington promises further surprises as part of the expanded lineup of 30 new competitions, including the electronic BullShooter dart contest.