Tag: athletes
Trans athlete debate ‘fraught with issues of inclusion’: Christine Brennan l ABCNL
ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with USA Today sports columnist Christine Brennan about FINA’s vote to restrict transgender athletes from participating in international women’s swimming…
Russian tennis player shares message of peace after win | WNT
Andrey Rublev wrote “No War Please” on the camera after he won his semifinal match at a tournament in Dubai. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF…
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Putin recognizes independence of separatist regions of Ukraine, debate begins over potential fourth COVID-19 booster shot, transgender swimmer at center of conversation about women’s sports….
The battle over nationality swapping on the Olympic stage
ABC News’ Maggie Rulli speaks with athletes on what’s behind the complex choice of which country they represent at the Olympic Games. ABC News Live…
COVID cases rise in China days ahead of Olympic Winter Games l ABCNL
ABC’s foreign correspondent Maggie Rulli is in Beijing discussing the quarantine process and what to expect for the opening ceremonies on Friday #winterolympics #beijingchina #covid…
Winter Games get underway
The Beijing Olympics begin with a subdued celebration amid a tense atmosphere for athletes inside the “bubble.” ABC News’ Will Ganss has the details. source
Olympic skating 101
ABC News’ Will Ganss has everything you need to know about the coolest sport on ice. source
Tickets for 2022 Olympic games will not be sold
Due to COVID-19 concerns, tickets will not be sold for the 2022 Beijing winter Olympic games, according to the Beijing organizing Committee. source
1st non-binary athlete set to compete in the Winter Olympic Games
Olympian Timothy LeDuc and skating partner Ashley Cain-Gribble are headed to the Winter Games, ready to represent a new era in sports. WATCH the ABC…
Hockey tragedy leads to demand for change
A petition to require neck guards is gaining momentum after the death of a teen whose neck was slashed by a skate. ABC News’ Andrea…
China faces COVID-19 outbreak 1 month before Beijing Olympics l ABCNL
ABC News’ foreign correspondent Maggie Rulli discusses the challenges ahead of the Beijing Olympics opening ceremony and what will happen if an athlete tests positive….
Novak Djokovic faces ‘great lesson’ after visa canceled: Christine Brennan
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with USA Today columnist Christine Brennan on the debate over athletes and vaccines after Novak Djokovic was denied entry into…
Dangers of CTE in former athletes
Dr. Ann McKee discusses how CTE is diagnosed and what leads to violent behavior. WATCH the ABC News Livestream: https://bit.ly/3rzBHum SUBSCRIBE to ABC News: https://bit.ly/2vZb6yP…
Nike signs 1st athlete with cerebral palsy
University of Oregon runner Justin Gallegos, 20, also partnered with Nike to develop a running shoe for athletes with disabilities. source
20/20 Mar 29 Pt 3: Raven Abaroa starts new life and finds new love in Utah
WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF 20/20: https://bit.ly/2uzke9p Vanessa Pond opens up about falling in love with Raven Abaroa, then confronting him about what she learned…
20/20 Mar 29 Pt 2: Raven Abaroa claims he discovers wife Janet Abaroa had been killed
WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF 20/20: https://bit.ly/2uzke9p According to his account to police, Raven Abaroa said he had been out playing soccer when he came…
20/20 Mar 29 Pt 4: Raven Abaroa’s second wife alleges she suffered abuse at his hands
WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF 20/20: https://bit.ly/2uzke9p Vanessa Pond says Abaroa’s mood suddenly changes and he “becomes another person.” Within a year, their marriage was…
Caitlyn Jenner under fire for comments on transgender athletes
Jenner said she doesn’t think trans girls should be allowed to compete in female sports. source
NCAA rule change could allow athletes to earn money
The new rule would allow college athletes to profit financially. source
Naomi Osaka saga puts spotlight on athletes’ mental health
The tennis star dropped out of the French Open after refusing to participate in press conferences. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at 9 AM &…
