Swiatek was ‘scared’ of reaction after doping ban
Iga Swiatek was “scared” of a hostile reaction to her doping ban and says she does not expect an appeal by the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) after serving a one-month suspension.
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Thompson criticises ban handed to Grand Slam-winning partner Purcell
Australia's Jordan Thompson called the ban handed to his U.S. Open-winning doubles partner Max Purcell a "joke", questioning what he said was a lack of consistency in punishments for doping violations.
Gender Row To Referee Scandals: Sports Controversies That Dominated 2024
2024 has been a year of explosive sports drama! From Imane Khelif’s gender row shaking the Olympics to Premier League referee David Coote’s scandalous suspension, and Real Madrid’s Ballon d’Or boycott to India’s ICC Champions Trophy venue clash—controversy ruled the headlines. Plus, tennis star Iga Świątek faced a doping ban.
2025 sports calendar: 50 bucket list events you can't miss next year
The start of the new year brings another opportunity to attend some of the biggest and most historic sporting events from all over the world.
Sumit Nagal Refuses National Duty Again, Sasikumar Mukund Returns To Davis Cup Squad
Sumit Nagal has yet again refused to play for the country in the Davis Cup, putting "unreasonable conditions" for his return even as Sasikumar Mukund on Friday came back to the national squad for the tie against Togo after his suspension was revoked by the AITA Executive Committee. Nagal, who has been struggling on the ATP tour, had pulled out of the tie against Sweden in September citing a back strain. He had also refused to travel to Islamabad for the contest against Pakistan in January-February, saying the grass courts do not suit his style of play.
World Number Six Elena Rybakina Makes Winning Start At United Cup
World number six Elena Rybakina led Kazakhstan to a 2-1 defeat of Spain on Friday, as the former Wimbledon champion made a winning start to the season at the United Cup mixed-team event. The All England Club winner from 2022 clinched the opening tie of the 18-nation ATP-WTA event, which begins the 2025 year in Perth and Sydney. Each team features three men and three women, with ties comprising one men's and one women's singles and an often decisive mixed-doubles clash.
Tennis legend volleys befuddled response after Imane Khelif receives votes for prestigious female award
President-elect Donald Trump speaks about transgender bathrooms and women's sports at AmericaFest.
Halep to skip Australian Open and delay start of season due to injury
Simona Halep will delay her start to the 2025 season and skip the Australian Open due to pain in her knee and shoulder, the former world number one said on Thursday.