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Empowering Women Through Sports: Padel and More

In a world where women are breaking barriers and shattering stereotypes, the realm of sports remains a powerful platform for empowerment, self-discovery, and overall well-being. Beyond the conventional ideals, modern sports have become a playground where women can challenge themselves...

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Kang wins the Drive On Championship as LPGA Tour returns

Danielle Kang won the first event back on the LPGA Tour since February, claiming victory in the Drive On Championship in Ohio.

The American finished on seven under par, one shot ahead of Frenchwoman Celine Boutier, who missed a six-foot putt on the final hole which would have forced a sudden-death play-off.

It was a disappointing day for England's Jodi Ewart Shadoff, who...

Georgia Hall makes it back-to-back wins in the Rose Ladies Series

Georgia Hall won the latest event in the Rose Ladies Series at The Shire, her second victory in as many weeks.

The former Women's Open champion finished three shots clear of Elizabeth Young and Kylie Henry.

Charley Hull was a further shot back but remains in second place behind Hall in the overall standings going into next week's Grand Final series.

There will be...

NBA star starts fund to help women players sit out season

One of the biggest stars in the NBA has stepped in to help women players who decide not to make themselves available for the WNBA this season due to concerns over coronavirus or social justice.

Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets has pledged $1.5m (£1.2m) through his KAI Empowerment Initiative Fund to provide support for those who fail to qualify for a medical exemption or choose to...

More accusations of abuse for British Gymnastics as Tinkler speaks out again

Former gymnast Amy Tinkler has spoken out over the length of time it is taking British Gymnastics to investigate her allegations of abuse, telling how more potential victims have approached her with claims of similar complaints.

The Olympic medalist said in a statement on Twitter: "I've been contacted by girls and parents from the club and the gymnastics community who have told me of...

Tensions over travel lead to Women's Open withdrawal

One of America's top players has decided to miss next month's Women's Open Championship because of concerns over international travel during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Brittany Lincicome has won two Majors and eight events on the Ladies PGA Tour but will miss her first Women's Open in 16 years.

She was originally planning to travel to Royal Troon with her infant daughter but no...

Gateshead Diamond League Grand Prix cancelled

Having already been postponed from August to September, the Gateshead Diamond League Grand Prix has now been cancelled completely.

"Time has ultimately defeated us to ensure that international athletes can compete in a safe manner and to their full potential," said Gateshead Council and British Athletics in a statement.

Heptathlon World Champion Katarina Johnson-Thompson was...

Georgia Hall wins latest Rose Ladies Series event

Georgia Hall won the sixth event in the Rose Ladies Series at Bearwood Lakes to move up to second overall in the standings.

The former Women's Open winner endured a poor start to her round and was two over after four holes. But she recovered to finish one under par to win by a single shot.

Meghan MacLaren, who won the second event at Moor Park, was one of six players to...

MPs fear summer without sport will stop women playing

A committee of MPs has slammed the Government for supporting men's sport during lockdown at the expense of women. They fear the lack of exposure for female sport this summer will stop many women and girls from playing.

The Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Committee cited the Premier League being able to find funding for coronavirus testing in order to resume whilst the Women'...

Team GB athletes free to "take the knee" at Tokyo Olympics

British athletes will be allowed to demonstrate their support for the Black Lives Matters movement at the rearranged Tokyo Olympics next year.

"We would absolutely support athletes in whatever way they collectively choose to support Black Lives Matter," said Team GB chef de mission Mark England.

"What is important is that British athletes have the opportunity to feed into...

It's just not British! Women's Open golf gets a rebrand

The Women's British Open has been rebranded as the AIG Women's Open after the governing body The R&A announced an extended sponsorship of the event.

AIG will now sponsor the championship until 2025, which will be welcome support for women's golf following a summer decimated by the coronavirus crisis.

This year's edition is going ahead as planned at Royal Troon in August...

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