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Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Harassment of Emma Raducanu reminds us women still bear brunt of abuse | Emma John

Emma Raducanu's emotional response during her match revealed broader issues of player safety and stalking in women's tennis.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Harassment of Emma Raducanu reminds us women still bear brunt of abuse | Emma John

Emma Raducanu's emotional response during her match revealed broader issues of player safety and stalking in women's tennis.
#health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Katie Boulter opens up over awful' online abuse sent to tennis players

Boulter highlighted that abuse often comes from gamblers frustrated over losses, expressing concerns for player safety due to the anonymity of online threats.
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Pushy sporting parents: How far is too far? DW 04/04/2025

Dr. Bettina Rulofs highlighted the prevalence of psychological violence in sport, stating that 65% of respondents in a study reported experiencing psychological abuse, which is considered 'normal' in the sport environment.
Parenting
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Athletes Do (and Don't) Report Abuse in Sports

Fear of retaliation and disbelief keep athletes silent about abuse.
Toxic norms frame abuse as toughness, making it hard to recognize.
Survivors report more when met with belief and support.
Reporting must protect athletes, not punish them.
fromCyclingnews
1 month ago

Tour de Suisse to use GPS trackers to alert organisers to crashes

The Tour de Suisse will equip all bikes and vehicles in the race convoys with GPS trackers to quickly alert organisers to crashes, enhancing safety.
Wearables
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Olympic champion Gabby Thomas followed and heckled by gambler at Grand Slam Track meet

Gabby Thomas highlights the harassment female athletes face, emphasizing the link between sports betting and abusive behavior.
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

Bucknell sued over death of freshman lineman

The parents of a Bucknell football player are suing the school, claiming negligence despite the university knowing about their son's sickle cell diagnosis and failing to implement safety protocols.
Black Lives Matter
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Stunning Video Shows High School Track Star Getting Viciously Attacked During Race By Opponent With a Baton

High school runner Kaelen Tucker suffered a concussion and potential skull fracture after being struck with a baton during a track meet.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

World Boxing promises 'fair playing field' for women DW 02/27/2025

"We put boxers first and the safety of athletes is absolutely paramount. We have recognized for some time that gender clarity is an extremely complex issue with significant welfare concerns."
Soccer (FIFA)
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New York Giants
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Source: Unnamed Jets player followed, robbed

A New York Jets player was robbed at gunpoint after leaving Manhattan, indicating rising security concerns for athletes.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

Snowboarder's death in Swiss Alps avalanche is a reminder that even pros face risk

The tragic death of Sophie Hediger has cast a dark shadow over the Christmas holidays. We are immeasurably sad," Walter Reusser, CEO of Swiss-Ski.
US news
fromCageside Press
7 months ago

ONE Championship Co-Founder Victor Cui Tapped to Help Improve Combat Sports Safety in Alberta

Cui emphasized, 'Safety is our top priority. We have to ensure that every measure is in place to protect our athletes, especially after recent tragic events.'
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
10 months ago

Domestic violence in east Africa: How to break the taboo? DW 09/07/2024

"The mood in Uganda is sour. People are sad that such a talent was lost to domestic violence. Many are demanding that justice be done."
Women in technology
fromwww.dw.com
10 months ago

Paralympic triathlons delayed over River Seine water quality DW 09/01/2024

The decision to postpone the Para-triathlon races followed a joint statement explaining that recent rain had caused a decline in the River Seine's water quality.
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