Deadspin was founded in 2005 by Will Leitch, an American writer and founding editor. It was started as part of Gawker Media, established by Nick Denton, a British Internet entrepreneur. Deadspin is currently owned by G/O Media, a media company that operates various web properties.Deadspin is primarily a sports news website based in the United States. However, its coverage extends beyond just sporting events. It includes news about media organizations, the business aspects of sports, and occasionally, pop culture and politics as far as they intersect with sports.**One interesting fact**: Deadspin has a reputation for stories that challenge norms in sports journalism. It gained significant attention in 2007 for its coverage of a story involving a prominent sports blogger, proving that well-known sports figures were feeding him false tips. This exemplifies Deadspin's commitment to candid, sometimes irreverent, reporting in the sports world.