Semenya Slams Olympic Transgender Ban as Discrimination
Double Olympic champion Caster Semenya criticizes the IOC's new rules banning transgender athletes and those with DSD from women's events, calling for a class action challenge.
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Mary Rand, First British Woman to Win Olympic Athletics Gold, Dies
Mary Rand, the pioneering British athlete who became the first woman from her nation to win Olympic gold in athletics at Tokyo 1964, has passed away at 86. She secured gold, silver, and bronze medals, earning tributes as one of the most gifted athletes ev
Mary Rand, British Olympic Gold Medalist, Dies Aged 86
Mary Rand, the pioneering British athlete who became the first woman from the UK to win Olympic gold in athletics, has passed away at age 86. She set records and inspired generations through her historic performances at the 1964 Tokyo Games.
Weekly Sports Quiz: Football, Rugby, Snooker, Baseball
Test your knowledge with this week's sports quiz covering major events in football, rugby union, snooker, baseball, and athletics. From Liverpool legends to marathon runners, see if you've been following the big stories.
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Reykjavik Open Sparks Memory of Bobby Fischer's 1973 Offer
The iconic Reykjavik Open chess tournament sparks a nostalgic memory from 1973 when Bobby Fischer declined a $25,000 offer to face England's top juniors, a missed opportunity that could have boosted English chess.
IOC Transgender Athlete Ban Sparks Human Rights Outcry
Over 100 human rights and scientific groups, including the UN, condemn the IOC's new gender eligibility guidelines as discriminatory and unscientific, violating international human rights law.
Olympics Bans Trans Women and DSD Athletes from Female Sports
The International Olympic Committee has announced a new policy restricting female category events to biological females only, based on SRY gene screening, affecting transgender women and DSD athletes.
Snooker National Academy Plan Boosted by Crucible Deal
WPBSA chairman Jason Ferguson advocates for a national snooker academy in England, following the World Championship's extension at Sheffield's Crucible until 2045, aiming to nurture young UK talent.
Hodgkinson Mocks West Ham Over Stadium Dispute
British world champion Keely Hodgkinson playfully taunts West Ham as their refusal to vacate London Stadium threatens London's bid for the 2029 World Athletics Championships.
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IOC Bans Transgender Women from Female Olympic Events
The International Olympic Committee has banned transgender women and DSD athletes from female events at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and future Games, citing fairness and safety concerns.
London Marathon Could Become Two-Day Event in 2027
The London Marathon is considering a groundbreaking two-day format for 2027 that would double participant numbers to 100,000 runners, potentially creating the world's largest marathon event while boosting charity fundraising to record levels.
US Runners Led Off Course Qualify for World Championships
Three US runners who were mistakenly led off course by a guide vehicle during a half-marathon qualifier have been granted special entry to the World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen.
Gout Gout Ready to Sparkle in Maurie Plant Meet Rivalry
Australian sprint sensation Gout Gout prepares for a high-stakes 200m rematch against Lachlan Kennedy at the Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne, embracing his new full-time athlete status with confidence and style.
AFL Player Leigh Ryswyk Comes Out as Gay
Leigh Ryswyk, a professional Australian rules football player, has publicly come out as gay, becoming one of the few openly gay athletes in the AFL. His announcement is seen as a significant step for LGBTQ+ visibility in sports.
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Australian Sprinter Pro Graduates from Gout Gout
An Australian sprinter has successfully graduated from the Gout Gout program, marking a significant milestone in his athletic career and personal development.
London Marathon Could Extend to Two Days in 2027
Organisers are exploring holding the London Marathon across a whole weekend in 2027, potentially doubling charity funds and allowing elite races on separate days.
London Marathon May Become Two-Day Event in 2027
Organizers are exploring a two-day format for the 2027 London Marathon to allow more participants, following record application numbers and fundraising success.
London Marathon Could Double to 100,000 Runners Over Two Days
The London Marathon is considering a two-day format starting in 2027, potentially allowing 100,000 participants and raising over £130 million for charity.
Two-Day London Marathon Plans for 2027 Revealed
Exclusive details emerge about a proposed two-day London Marathon in 2027, aiming to double participation to 100,000 runners and boost charity fundraising significantly.
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Max Gawn on 250 AFL Games and Finding Healthy Balance
Melbourne Demons captain Max Gawn discusses his 250-game milestone, the importance of authenticity, and maintaining a healthy balance between football passion and personal life.
Padel's UK Surge: Nearly 1 Million Players in 2025
Padel participation in the UK more than doubled in 2025 to 860,000 players, nearing the one million milestone. The sport's accessibility and celebrity endorsements drive its exponential growth across hundreds of venues.
Crystal Palace Sports Centre Gets £23m Upgrade Approval
London's historic National Sports Centre in Crystal Palace Park is set for a £23 million transformation, with planning proposals submitted for new facilities including a gym, padel courts, and refurbished pools.
Mysterious Fate of Baseball's First Star James Creighton
A new book explores the career of James Creighton, who many credit with inventing the curveball, and examines why he has been kept out of the Hall of Fame despite his groundbreaking achievements.
Brazil Women's Blind Football Team: Pioneers Changing Lives
The Brazilian women's blind football team, formed in 2024, made history by finishing fourth at the world championship, overcoming barriers and inspiring athletes with visual impairments.
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Crucible Keeps World Snooker Championship Until 2045
The World Snooker Championship will remain at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre until at least 2045 following a £45m renovation deal, though it will temporarily relocate during construction.
Pole Vault Accident at World Indoor Championships
A terrifying incident occurred at the World Athletics Indoor Championships when a pole vaulter's mishap struck a heptathlete during the 1,000m event, overshadowing Simon Ehammer's world-record gold.
Celebs Run 2026 London Landmarks Half Marathon
Alexandra Burke, AJ and Curtis Pritchard, and other stars join thousands in the eighth London Landmarks Half Marathon, racing past iconic sights like the London Eye and Tower Bridge.
Secrets Behind Hodgkinson and Hunter Bell's Gold Success
Coaches Trevor Painter and Jenny Meadows reveal how cycling, Himalayan salt crystals, and cutting-edge science propelled Keely Hodgkinson and Georgia Hunter Bell to world indoor gold medals in Poland, with even greater peaks predicted ahead.
GB's Golden Treble: Hodgkinson, Hunter Bell, Caudery Shine
Great Britain's women athletes deliver a historic golden treble at the World Indoor Championships in Torun, with Keely Hodgkinson, Georgia Hunter Bell, and Molly Caudery winning gold medals in a spectacular 29-minute span.
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Cooper Lutkenhaus Youngest Indoor World Champion
17-year-old American high school student Cooper Lutkenhaus wins 800m gold at world indoor championships, setting a new record as the youngest champion in history.
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