The recent suspension of American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson for testing positive for marijuana has once again raised questions about what drugs should be banned from sports.
Category: Sports
England Football Fandom’s Struggle With Its Own Image
Studying the team over the past 25 years has provided clues as to why it's plagued with issues of racism and hooliganism
Tokyo Olympics 2021: Clearing the New Hurdle of Uncertainty
With the Olympics already delayed by a year, athletes are struggling to stay positive and continue training while trying their best to not test positive for COVID-19.
The Precarious Fate of African Footballers in Europe After Their Game Ends
Given the impact of African players in European football, it's remarkable how few are able to secure jobs in football in Europe after their playing days end.
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?
IPL: The Show Goes On, But Should It Really?
While second wave is wreaking havoc in the country, the world's glitziest cricketing league continues unperturbed.
The Rise of Female UFC Fighters Obscures Profound Exploitation, Inequality
The UFC is eager to advertise its promotion of female fighters – while also paying them less and stoking a climate of fear to discourage unionisation.
Super Shoes: Explaining Athletics’ New Technological Arms Race
Endurance running is experiencing its 'marginal gains' moment.
An Earnest Plea: Do Let Cricket Be
Cricket o’ cricket, it’s now or never. You pull our heartstrings, but don’t pull so hard that the bond snaps.