Tennis star Coco Gauff called for nuance in response to a new rule from the Women’s Tennis Association that requires its athletes to undergo genetic tests amid the ongoing debate about transgender athletes in women’s sports. Many athletes were unaware of the new policy until it was announced in a news release last month, Gauff…
VERNON, British Columbia — A fast-moving wildfire destroyed about 230 homes in an Indigenous community in western Canada, officials said Tuesday, making it one of the country’s most destructive fires in recent years. Dan Wilson, chief of the Okanagan Indian Band, said the Bradley Creek wildfire devastated much of the reserve near Vernon, about 275…
Midtown Athletic Club has launched a new community tennis initiative honouring the legacy of its late founder, Alan Schwartz, committing to help expand access to the sport in underserved communities across Chicago. Developed in partnership with the United States Tennis Association (USTA), USTA Midwest and the Chicago Park District, the Alan G Schwartz Community Tennis…
Liverpool’s Community Shield clash with Crystal Palace ended in heartbreak as the Eagles triumphed 3-2 on penalties following a thrilling 2-2 draw in regular time. Goals from Hugo Ekitiké and Jeremie Frimpong, combined with an outstanding display from Florian Wirtz, had looked set to secure a narrow Community Shield win for Arne Slot’s summer signings…
