Tag #Women In Sports

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Kipyegon Aims for Sub-Four-Minute Mile

Kenyan athlete Faith Kipyegon will attempt to break the four-minute mile barrier for women on June 26th in Paris, using a Nike aerodynamic suit and male pacemakers to overcome physiological limitations and inspire future generations.

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Gender Equality
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Gambling-Related Online Abuse in Tennis Reaches Alarming Levels

Tennis player Katie Boulter highlighted the significant online abuse she receives, much of it linked to gambling losses; analysis reveals 40% of detected abuse towards players comes from gamblers, prompting calls for stronger regulation and protection of players.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Kipyegon Aims for Sub-Four-Minute Mile with Nike's Innovative Technology

Three-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon will attempt to break the four-minute mile barrier on June 26th in Paris, aided by Nike's custom-designed footwear (Nike Victory Elite FK) and apparel featuring aeronodes for improved aerodynamics.

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Record London Marathon Applications Signal UK Running Boom

Over 1.1 million people applied for the 2026 London Marathon, exceeding the previous record; this, alongside a rise in women's participation and the success of initiatives like Parkrun, suggests a UK running boom driven by social engagement and increased accessibility.

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Good Health and Well-being
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The Uninvited Invitational Expands, Showcases Growth of Women's Snowboarding

Jess Kimura's The Uninvited Invitational, a snowboarding competition for women and non-binary athletes, expanded from a $40,000 prize purse and 65 riders in 2023 to $60,000 and 75 riders in 2025, showcasing Kimura's dedication to increasing opportunities for women in snowboarding and fostering a sup...

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Gender Equality
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IOC Adds Sprint Swimming Events to 2028 Olympics

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced the addition of three sprint swimming events (50m butterfly, breaststroke, and backstroke) for both men and women at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, increasing the total number of swimming finals from 36 to 41 and adding 18 medals; this is part of a...

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Gender Equality
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New Mother Wins Ultramarathon While Breastfeeding

Stephanie Case, a Canadian lawyer, won a 60-mile ultramarathon six months postpartum while breastfeeding, challenging societal expectations of new mothers and inspiring other women to pursue their goals.

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Gender Equality
bbc.com
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Lionesses Avoid Social Media to Combat Online Abuse

England's Lionesses are prioritizing mental health during the upcoming European Championship, with several players opting to stay off social media to avoid online abuse, following similar actions from other female athletes who have experienced both performance-related and unrelated harassment.

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Gender Equality
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Thuringia Sees Surge in Female Hunters

The number of female hunters in Thuringia, Germany, has increased from 490 in 2021 to approximately 1,200 in 2023, representing 9% of the estimated 13,000 hunters in the state. This rise is attributed to factors such as increased nature appreciation during the pandemic and engagement with hunting do...

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Gender Equality
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New Zealand's Robin Goomes Wins First Women's Rampage Title

Robin Goomes, a 28-year-old New Zealander, won the 2024 Rampage mountain biking competition in Virgin, Utah, becoming the first woman to achieve this feat in the event's history, after a childhood spent trapping possums and riding BMX bikes on the remote Chatham Islands.

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Gender Equality
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French Women's Volleyball Sees Attendance Surge

French women's volleyball league attendance has surged nearly 50% in three seasons, reaching an average of 1080 spectators per game in 2023-2024, driven by the Olympics, TV exposure, and more engaging matches, outpacing the men's league's growth.

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Gender Equality
zeit.de
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German Boxer and Teacher Fights for All Four World Championship Belts

German boxer and teacher Tina Rupprecht will fight for all four major world boxing championships this Saturday in Potsdam against Sumire Yamanaka, an achievement never before accomplished by a German boxer.

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Quality Education

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