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World Athletics Adopts Cheek Swabs and Dry Blood Tests to Determine Female Athletes' Biological Sex
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Recently, World Athletics has announced that it has agreed to use cheek swabs and dry blood tests to determine whether athletes are biologically female, aiming to "uphold the fairness of the women's categories in sports competitions."more
Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Medals Unveiled: A Symbol of Unity and Athlete Journeys
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The medals for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics and Paralympics have been officially revealed. According to the IOC, the new design—unveiled in Venice—features two symbolic halves, honoring the shared journey of athletes and their supporters. Though drawing mixed reactions, it centers on simplicity and embodies environmental ideals.more
IPC's Development Programs Achieve Historic Milestones in 2024
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Data released this week by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) shows that its development programs reached historic heights last year. Covering 133 countries, these programs benefited nearly 37,000 people and contributed to a record number of athletes participating in the Paris Paralympic Games.more
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The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) Grand Chamber ruled Thursday that the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) claimed a significant victory, while South African double Olympic 800m champion Caster Semenya achieved a minor win in her long-running legal battle. The "Semenya v Switzerland" case centers on Semenya’s challenge to World Athletics’ rules on athletes with Differences of Sexual Development (DSD).more
World Aquatics Imposes Restrictions on Russian and Belarusian Athletes
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World Aquatics has informed TASS that Russian and Belarusian athletes competing under a neutral status are prohibited from linking their participation in events to their respective countries. This ban extends to social media, where posting flag emojis is not allowed, the organization announced this week.more
2026 World Cup: Scientists Warn of "Most Climate-Damaging" Tournament in Football History
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The next FIFA World Cup, featuring 48 teams, 104 matches, and 16 venues across three North American countries, is set to be a massive event—but scientists warn it could also be "the most climate-damaging tournament in football history." The alert comes from a report by Scientists for Global Responsibility and was highlighted by UK outlet The Independent.more
Germany Reconsiders Elite Sports Model: Public Demands Focus on Morality and Inclusion
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Germany is rethinking its elite sports model. A survey released this week by the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) shows that the public expects more from sports than just medals, calling for a national strategy centered on ethics, inclusivity, and social impact.more
2030 French Alps Olympics Appoints New CEO
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The organizing committee of the 2030 Winter Olympics and Paralympics in the French Alps has recently confirmed the appointment of Cyril Linette as its new chief executive officer. Linette will work under the leadership of Edgar Grospiron, the president of the 2030 French Alps Olympics, and be responsible for overseeing the committee's operations, legal and financial affairs.more
South Korea's North Jeolla Province Becomes Candidate Region for 2036 Olympics Bid
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North Jeolla Province in South Korea has defeated the capital city of Seoul by 49 votes to 11 to become the candidate region for South Korea's bid to host the 2036 Summer Olympics.more
Business Forum Calls for Madrid to Bid for Olympics
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The GroupForoEmpresarial, a business organization in Madrid, is advocating for the Spanish capital to bid for the Olympic Games. The group believes that bold ideas and long - term ambitions are necessary to transform Madrid into a more competitive, innovative, and socially cohesive city.more
AANHPI Student - Athletes' Growing Influence in NCAA
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May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the rich diversity and influence of AANHPI individuals in college sports. Over the past decade, the increasing participation, leadership, and academic excellence of AANHPI student - athletes have highlighted their growing influence in all NCAA divisions.more
Cricket Confirmed for 2026 Aichi - Nagoya Asian Games
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Cricket has been officially included in the lineup of sports for the 2026 Aichi - Nagoya Asian Games, as decided during the third meeting between the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) and the Aichi - Nagoya Asian Games Organising Committee (AINAGOC) on Friday. Scheduled to be held in Japan from September 19 to October 4, 2026, the Games are set to feature a diverse range of sports, with cricket now joining the prestigious roster.more