Through social media, young athletes are dismantling the idea of the superhuman athlete.
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Simone Biles Doesn’t Owe Fans Anything
Health and well-being are human needs, and they should never be held hostage to a 'paying customer' — whether a boss, a nation, or a gymnastics fan.
Naomi Osaka Was Right to Stand Up to the Tennis Bosses
The standoff between Naomi Osaka and the French Open is more than a sports drama – it’s about how much control workers have over their own labor.
When Naomi Osaka Talks, We Should Listen. Athletes Are Not Commodities, Nor Are They Super Human
Osaka is asking for a very simple thing in comparison: can we just review the rules around the interviews that players are contracted to do?
On Serena Williams and Angry Women
No one is saying the tennis star wasn't angry. But it's worth asking whether you thought she was more angry because she is a woman.