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Dignity and humanity of Afghan women must be worth more than game of cricket | Jonathan Liew

Cricket Australia refuses bilateral series with Afghanistan due to human rights concerns, yet participates in global competitions, raising questions about their moral stance.
#boxing

Should boxing be banned as a sport?

Boxing's popularity surges amidst critical concerns about athlete safety and concussion risks.

Conor Benn free to fight in UK again after being cleared of doping offences

Conor Benn has been cleared to resume his boxing career after being exonerated by the National Anti-Doping Panel regarding failed drug tests.

Should boxing be banned as a sport?

Boxing's popularity surges amidst critical concerns about athlete safety and concussion risks.

Conor Benn free to fight in UK again after being cleared of doping offences

Conor Benn has been cleared to resume his boxing career after being exonerated by the National Anti-Doping Panel regarding failed drug tests.
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#nba

Opinion | The N.B.A. Is Choosing Hoops Over Human Rights in Abu Dhabi

The N.B.A. has evolved from enforcing player quotas to championing social justice, yet its partnership with Abu Dhabi raises ethical concerns.

NBA player LaMelo Ball lands $100K fine for anti-gay slur

LaMelo Ball was fined $100,000 for using a derogatory anti-gay slur, highlighting NBA's commitment to inclusivity.

NBA's Hornets sorry after giving child PS5 before taking it back off camera

The Charlotte Hornets apologized for a skit that promised a young fan a PS5, only for it to be taken back off camera.

NBA never interviewed accuser of Lakers' Hayes

The NBA's investigation into Jaxson Hayes' domestic violence incident faced significant shortcomings, particularly in not interviewing his former girlfriend for insights.

Opinion | The N.B.A. Is Choosing Hoops Over Human Rights in Abu Dhabi

The N.B.A. has evolved from enforcing player quotas to championing social justice, yet its partnership with Abu Dhabi raises ethical concerns.

NBA player LaMelo Ball lands $100K fine for anti-gay slur

LaMelo Ball was fined $100,000 for using a derogatory anti-gay slur, highlighting NBA's commitment to inclusivity.

NBA's Hornets sorry after giving child PS5 before taking it back off camera

The Charlotte Hornets apologized for a skit that promised a young fan a PS5, only for it to be taken back off camera.

NBA never interviewed accuser of Lakers' Hayes

The NBA's investigation into Jaxson Hayes' domestic violence incident faced significant shortcomings, particularly in not interviewing his former girlfriend for insights.
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Football Daily | Fifa channels Barry from EastEnders to cue up the Saudi World Cup

Fifa's decision to award the World Cup to Saudi Arabia illustrates a trend where powerful entities ignore public disagreement and ethical concerns.

The Yankees' All-Time Lesser Relatives Team

Familial relations in sports create perceived advantages, yet talent ultimately prevails in the long run.

Greyhound racing to be banned in yet another country

New Zealand is set to outlaw greyhound racing due to animal welfare concerns, with plans to rehome the dogs by 2026.
#player-health

A player's foreseeable death raises existential questions for college football

Football is an unsafe sport that poses serious risks to players' health and should be reevaluated in educational institutions.

Review: New book argues that college football should be abolished

College football poses serious health risks to players, warranting its abolition according to a new book by Kalman-Lamb and Silva.

A player's foreseeable death raises existential questions for college football

Football is an unsafe sport that poses serious risks to players' health and should be reevaluated in educational institutions.

Review: New book argues that college football should be abolished

College football poses serious health risks to players, warranting its abolition according to a new book by Kalman-Lamb and Silva.
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#doping

Jannik Sinner plays Jack Draper in the US Open semifinals weeks after a doping exoneration

Sinner's doping case was resolved in his favor, allowing him to compete in the U.S. Open semifinals amid controversy. He seeks a fresh start.

Polish rider provisionally suspended after positive EPO test at World Championships

Kacper Gieryk faces a provisional suspension for doping after testing positive for dEPO during the 2024 World Championships.

The Great Doping Deterrent - Health, performance and the prohibited list

WADA prohibits substances based on performance enhancement, health risks, and the spirit of sport, reflecting shifting values in anti-doping.

Bahrain Victorious say they believe Robert Stannard, UCI responds with damning doping decision

The UCI corrected a press release regarding Robert Stannard's anti-doping suspension, highlighting serious underlying concerns about doping practices.

Jannik Sinner plays Jack Draper in the US Open semifinals weeks after a doping exoneration

Sinner's doping case was resolved in his favor, allowing him to compete in the U.S. Open semifinals amid controversy. He seeks a fresh start.

Polish rider provisionally suspended after positive EPO test at World Championships

Kacper Gieryk faces a provisional suspension for doping after testing positive for dEPO during the 2024 World Championships.

The Great Doping Deterrent - Health, performance and the prohibited list

WADA prohibits substances based on performance enhancement, health risks, and the spirit of sport, reflecting shifting values in anti-doping.

Bahrain Victorious say they believe Robert Stannard, UCI responds with damning doping decision

The UCI corrected a press release regarding Robert Stannard's anti-doping suspension, highlighting serious underlying concerns about doping practices.
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from Los Angeles Times
1 month ago

Opinion: College football is now just a business, each player a free agent - and the fans lose

The Army-Notre Dame rivalry reflects the clash between traditional values and modern capitalism in college football due to NIL changes.
#olympics

Opinion | Let Jordan Chiles Keep Her Bronze Medal

Judging controversies led to the revocation of Jordan Chiles' Olympic bronze medal, overshadowing the achievements of all involved gymnasts.

Aron D'Souza's Enhanced Games May Happen. Should They?

Aron D'Souza is leading a controversial initiative, the Enhanced Games, allowing banned substances to challenge the traditional Olympics.

Opinion | Let Jordan Chiles Keep Her Bronze Medal

Judging controversies led to the revocation of Jordan Chiles' Olympic bronze medal, overshadowing the achievements of all involved gymnasts.

Aron D'Souza's Enhanced Games May Happen. Should They?

Aron D'Souza is leading a controversial initiative, the Enhanced Games, allowing banned substances to challenge the traditional Olympics.
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Manchester United must 'set better standards' says Ruben Amorim after Marcus Rashford and Casemiro criticism

Player decisions during time off should be respected as personal choices within club guidelines.
Manager argues for stronger standards in player time-off policies.
Cultural differences in leadership impact player decisions and behavior.

The Indo Daily: 15 years on: Thierry Henry's handball, the 5 million FAI sweetener and a nation in uproar

Thierry Henry's handball in 2009 dramatically altered Irish football's fate, leading to widespread outrage and prolonged consequences for both fans and officials.
#social-media

An influencer was disqualified from the NYC Marathon for bringing a filming crew onto the course

The rise of influencers in marathon culture benefits the sport, but ethical concerns arise from their actions during races.

Influencer who brought camera crew to New York marathon banned from race

Matthew Choi's disqualification highlights the importance of adhering to marathon rules and the impact of individual actions on community sports.

Players upset as influencer starts Argentine game

A social media influencer's brief appearance in a football match caused controversy, emphasizing the tension between commercial interests and traditional sports values.

An influencer was disqualified from the NYC Marathon for bringing a filming crew onto the course

The rise of influencers in marathon culture benefits the sport, but ethical concerns arise from their actions during races.

Influencer who brought camera crew to New York marathon banned from race

Matthew Choi's disqualification highlights the importance of adhering to marathon rules and the impact of individual actions on community sports.

Players upset as influencer starts Argentine game

A social media influencer's brief appearance in a football match caused controversy, emphasizing the tension between commercial interests and traditional sports values.
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Canada's Olympic drone spying scandal a symptom of an unacceptable culture'

The drone spying incident reflects a deeper cultural issue within Canada Soccer that needs urgent reform.

Why the running influencer Matt Choi was banned from the New York City Marathon

Matt Choi is disqualified from the NYC Marathon and banned for bringing unauthorized e-bike riders which endangered fellow racers.

Martin Breheny: Kyle Hayes has been dealt with by the courts - leave it there

Debate arises over Kyle Hayes receiving an All-Star award due to prior criminal convictions.
Public discussion emphasizes the intersection of sports recognition and personal conduct.

Jason Kelce apologizes for cellphone incident

Jason Kelce publicly apologized for reacting to hate with hate after confronting a fan at a football game.

Girona should not have played in wake of flood disaster, says Michel - Soccer News

The LaLiga match between Girona and Leganes should not have taken place due to devastating flash floods in eastern Spain.

WSL's call to take surfing to UAE forces gay athletes like Tyler Wright to pay too high a price | Lucy Small

The WSL's decision to hold an event in Abu Dhabi has sparked significant backlash concerning the treatment of LGBTQIA+ individuals in the region.

David Warner's lifetime leadership ban lifted six years after ball-tampering scandal

David Warner's leadership ban has been lifted after an independent panel found he was genuinely contrite and worthy of reinstatement.
Warner's positive contributions to cricket, especially in mentoring young players, played a significant role in the decision to lift his ban.

ESPN's Chris Canty Slams Browns Players for Defending Deshaun Watson's Character After Season-Ending Injury: Complete Lack of Awareness'

Browns players' defense of Watson overlooked empathy for his sexual misconduct victims.
from www.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Ontario Hockey League will co-operate with investigation into sexual assault allegation | CBC Sports

OHL takes sexual assault allegations seriously and will cooperate with police investigations.
#cheating

Are Trans Athletes Cheating? Most likely not.

The debate on trans athletes competing revolves around the ethical implications of 'cheating' versus the intent behind transitioning.

A Top Chess Player Is Disqualified After a Phone Is Found in a Bathroom Stall

Top chess player Kirill Shevchenko was expelled for suspected cheating using a phone during bathroom breaks.
Cheating claims in chess intensify as evidence mounts against players.

Are Trans Athletes Cheating? Most likely not.

The debate on trans athletes competing revolves around the ethical implications of 'cheating' versus the intent behind transitioning.

A Top Chess Player Is Disqualified After a Phone Is Found in a Bathroom Stall

Top chess player Kirill Shevchenko was expelled for suspected cheating using a phone during bathroom breaks.
Cheating claims in chess intensify as evidence mounts against players.
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'King Conker' accused of cheating, found with steel chestnut in pocket

A men's champion at the World Conker Championships is under investigation for potential cheating after being found with a steel conker.

Falcons' London laments gun celebration after TD

Drake London expressed remorse over a celebration that referenced gun violence, recognizing its inappropriateness given recent local events.
#mlb

With more gambling cases likely, Ohtani debacle is a lesson to MLB

Ohtani's former interpreter admitted guilt over stealing money linked to illegal gambling, highlighting major challenges for MLB regarding player betting.
MLB's handling of sports gambling issues is criticized as a public relations failure, proving the league struggles with illegal betting among players.

Tucupita Marcano's ban puts fine point on MLB's alliance with gambling

MLB issued a lifetime ban to Tucupita Marcano for betting on games, even on his own team to lose, raising concerns about MLB's association with betting interests.

With more gambling cases likely, Ohtani debacle is a lesson to MLB

Ohtani's former interpreter admitted guilt over stealing money linked to illegal gambling, highlighting major challenges for MLB regarding player betting.
MLB's handling of sports gambling issues is criticized as a public relations failure, proving the league struggles with illegal betting among players.

Tucupita Marcano's ban puts fine point on MLB's alliance with gambling

MLB issued a lifetime ban to Tucupita Marcano for betting on games, even on his own team to lose, raising concerns about MLB's association with betting interests.
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#controversy

Olympics football drama continues, as manager is SUSPENDED

Controversies at the 2024 Olympics involving spying scandal and drone usage resulted in the removal of Canada's women's football head coach.

JK Rowling labels trans Paralympian Valentina Petrillo a 'cheat'

JK Rowling criticized trans Paralympian Valentina Petrillo on social media, sparking controversy over her participation and the treatment of transgender athletes.

Olympics football drama continues, as manager is SUSPENDED

Controversies at the 2024 Olympics involving spying scandal and drone usage resulted in the removal of Canada's women's football head coach.

JK Rowling labels trans Paralympian Valentina Petrillo a 'cheat'

JK Rowling criticized trans Paralympian Valentina Petrillo on social media, sparking controversy over her participation and the treatment of transgender athletes.
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Lawsuit: Open Water Swimming Expert Rewrote Swimming History To Glorify Diana Nyad | Defector

Diana Nyad's famed swim raises allegations of fraud and unethical enhancement of her athletic legacy, as revealed in a recent lawsuit against influencer Steven Munatones.

In Netflix's Sign Stealer,' Connor Stalions wants you to believe he's a victim. He's not

Connor Stalions feels victimized by the Michigan scandal despite his actions, claiming his methods were not unique, just more effective.

Heat Is Putting More Football Players at Risk

Football players face not only concussion risks but also increasing danger from heat-related illnesses as summer temperatures rise.
#jannik-sinner

Why wasn't Jannik Sinner suspended after two positive steroid tests? What do other players think?

Jannik Sinner continues to compete in the U.S. Open despite testing positive for anabolic steroids in March, raising questions about fairness and transparency.

I haven't done anything wrong': Sinner hits back in anti-doping case

Jannik Sinner's anti-doping case highlights the importance of fair treatment in sports and the relief he feels after being cleared of wrongdoing.

Why wasn't Jannik Sinner suspended after two positive steroid tests? What do other players think?

Jannik Sinner continues to compete in the U.S. Open despite testing positive for anabolic steroids in March, raising questions about fairness and transparency.

I haven't done anything wrong': Sinner hits back in anti-doping case

Jannik Sinner's anti-doping case highlights the importance of fair treatment in sports and the relief he feels after being cleared of wrongdoing.
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Peru player axed by club after abuse allegations

Christian Cueva was separated from Cienciano due to domestic abuse allegations made by his wife, just two days after signing.

CFL reinstates Kelly on 'last-chance agreement'

Chad Kelly returns to the CFL on a last-chance agreement after addressing his past actions and undergoing assessments as part of his reinstatement.

Notre Dame suspends men's swim team 1 year

Notre Dame suspended its men's swimming program for at least one year due to NCAA gambling violations and a failure to maintain respect among team members.

Canada lose points deduction appeal over drone use

Canada's women's team lost appeal against six-point deduction for drone spying at Paris Olympics.

Fenerbahce walk off field and forfeit Turkish Super Cup final in protest - Soccer News

Fenerbahce forfeited the Super Cup final in protest against the Turkish Football Federation.
The club used youth team players and walked off the pitch early in the final game against Galatasaray.
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