Athletes
Lia Thomas Rival Says Female Athletes Worried About 'Trajectory' of Sports
The swimmer who tied for fifth-place in the 200-yard with Thomas said most female athletes are concerned about how the NCAA rules "could end up in a few years."
Lia Thomas Might Be Winning, But She's Not Swimming That Fast
Some pundits argue that transgender athletes like Thomas competing against cisgender women in sports events is unfair.
Russian, Belarus Swimmers Banned From World Championships Over Ukraine War
"FINA maintains its strongest condemnation of the Russian invasion of Ukraine," the sporting organization stated.
Ron DeSantis Rejects Lia Thomas Win As A 'Lie', Honors Second Place Instead
DeSantis said the state of Florida would recognize runner-up and Florida-native Emma Weyant as the "rightful winner" over Thomas.
Governor Vetoes Anti-Trans Athlete Bill, Citing 'No Unfairness'
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb, a Republican, said he found "no evidence to support" the claim that transgender participation in girls' sports affected "fairness."
Video Shows Transgender Swimmer Lia Thomas Booed After Winning Title
The University of Pennsylvania swimmer's career has been met with protest and outrage from other athletes, parents and conservative figures.
Russian Tennis Star Says Speaking Against War More Important Than Career
"I am not afraid to clearly state my position. I am against war and violence," Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova said on social media.
Russia At Risk of Total Sports Freeze, Pariah Status as Events Moved Out
Events have been pulled from Russia and superstar athletes from the country have spoken out against the war in Ukraine.
Sha'Carri Richardson Points to Double Standard After Kamila Valieva Cleared
"It's all in the skin," tweeted the sprinter, who was barred from competing in the Summer Olympics after testing positive for THC.
Industrial Wasteland Setting for Beijing Winter Olympics Horrifies Viewers
The 64-meter high Big Air slope is situated in an industrial park, on the site of a former steel mill, and it doesn't look particularly pretty.
Olympians Expose China's Poor Treatment of Them in COVID Quarantine Hotels
One athlete shared a photo of a plain-pasta meal that had been "breakfast, lunch and dinner for five days."
What Does ROC Stand For? Russia's Olympic Ban Explained
Russian athletes will still compete at the Olympics, but they're barred from showing national pride.
These Dominant Athletes May Be Competing in Beijing for the Last Time
Shaun White has already said that Beijing will be his last Olympics and it may also be it for others who have dominated their respective sports.
Who is Team USA Flag Bearer at Beijing Olympics?
Bobsledder Elena Meyers Taylor will remain in isolation in hopes of still getting the chance to compete in her events and win her first gold medal.
COVID Cases Among Olympic Athletes Are Rising Just 4 Days Before Games
The latest positive cases will prevent some athletes from carrying out their dream of participating in the games.
Lia Thomas' Potential NCAA Competitor Welcomes Race Against Trans Athlete
Brooke Forde, who is currently ranked third nationally behind Thomas and Arizona State's Emma Nordin, is expected to face off against Thomas in March.
NCAA to Let Each Sport Set Transgender Policy After Lia Thomas Controversy
The NCAA is changing its policy on transgender athletes to allow each sport's national governing body to decide whether they can compete.
Cold Water Swimmer Sparks Panic When Becoming 'Disorientated' Under the Ice
Boris Oravec's Instagram states he's a four-time world champion in ball hockey, a cross fit athlete and a Red Bull ice cross athlete.
Transgender Lia Thomas Shines in Last Home Swim Meet as Scrutiny Continues
"Bigger lungs, bigger bones bigger surface area for muscle. More muscle means more power. These do not go away with transitioning," said a protester.
Chinese Tennis Star Peng Shuai Denies She Made Sexual Assault Allegations
Her latest statement comes over a month after she first alleged she was sexually assaulted by former Chinese vice premier Zhang Gaoli.
Why Taking a Cold Shower After Workouts Boosts Recovery and Muscle Repair
If you're not feeling brave enough to throw yourself into an ice bath, try a cold shower instead to reap many of the same benefits.
Cyclist Mark Cavendish Violently Attacked While Recovering From Injury
"The effect that this nightmare has had on my family is already heart-breakingly evident," Cavendish tweeted.
U.K. Joins U.S., Australia Boycott of Beijing Olympics, Athletes Compete
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the U.K. will join in the diplomatic boycott, but he doesn't support boycotts involving athletes and they may compete.
Bianca Andreescu Skipping Australian Open Over Mental Health Concerns
The first Canadian to win a Grand Slam singles title will skip the beginning of the 2022 tennis season next month.
Tennis Stars Praise WTA's Steve Simon for Peng Shuai Withdrawal
As women's tennis champions applauded Simon's actions, men's tennis stars demanded their organizations follow suit and take action against China.
130 Afghans Connected to Soccer Team Leave on Flight Paid by Kim Kardashian
Following the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan's government in August, women playing sports is now seen as a political act of defiance in the country.
Blackhawks Fire Coaches Amid Rough Start, Chaos of Sexual Assault Scandal
"It has been an extremely difficult couple of weeks...we have had to come to terms with a number of necessary changes," the team said Saturday.
NAACP Encourages Professional Athletes to Not Sign With Texas Teams
The reasoning behind the letter is due to Texas Governor Greg Abbott and his recent decision-making regarding voting rights and reproductive care.
Greece Should Boycott the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics
Beijing 2022 is a rare moment for the Greek government to honor our past and take a stand against the International Olympic Committee and the Chinese government's distortion of our most sacred, Indigenous heritage.
Kyrie Irving Won't Play, Practice With Brooklyn Nets Until He's Vaccinated
The Brooklyn Nets added that the team would "not permit any member of our team to participate with part-time availability."