UK government moves to outlaw ticket touting with double legislation
Two new bills introduced in the King's Speech 2026 threaten criminal sanctions and heavy fines for ticket touting, with EURO 2028 and the Women's...
The IOC’s genetic testing return risks reopening sport’s darkest debate
Dr Seema Patel argues the IOC’s proposed use of SRY genetic testing in women’s sport risks reviving discredited forms of sex verification, raising questions...
IOC redraws its line on Belarusian athletes
The IOC has withdrawn its recommendation against Belarusian athletes' participation, marking a shift in its post-Ukraine-invasion sporting policy as qualification for Los Angeles 2028...
How WADA conducted the “most successful” investigation in anti-doping history
WADA’s Operation LIMS has been hailed by the organisation’s President as the most successful ever as it found 291 athletes violated its doping rules. The...
Ronnie O’Sullivan’s choice of chalk prompts calls for regulation
A controversy over chalk at the World Snooker Championships has highlighted deeper tensions around performance and regulation. Snooker player Ronnie O'Sullivan has found himself in...
Enhanced Games gather pace ahead of debut and public listing vote
Enhanced is moving towards a May 1 shareholder vote on its proposed public listing as athlete signings and event plans continue to take shape...
WSU and ADF International threaten legal action over female sport policies
Ten governing bodies, including Parkrun and Swim England, have been warned their eligibility policies may breach the Equality Act following a Supreme Court ruling...
World Cup transport row deepens as Philadelphia breaks ranks
A free post-match travel deal in Philadelphia contrasts sharply with rising fan transport costs in New Jersey, adding to scrutiny over how World Cup...
Are Team Scotland’s ceremony outfits putting presentation before athletes?
Debate over Glasgow 2026 ceremony wear has shifted beyond online abuse, with former athletes questioning whether design choices prioritise visual impact over comfort and...
France finally recognises its women’s rugby pioneers
The pioneers of women's rugby faced the Netherlands without the Gallic rooster on their shirts. More than 40 years on, that has finally changedOn...