Athletes will be eligible to compete in the female category for world ranking competitions such as the World Championships only if they clear a one-time gene test in a bid to protect the integrity of women’s sport.
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President Donald Trump recently announced the White House will hold a major UFC fighting event next year to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
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Federal immigration authorities detained Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. on Wednesday outside his residence in the Studio City area of Los Angeles.
Read More Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. detained by ICE, citing involvement in ‘Sinaloa Cartel’ organized crime, firearm and ammunition trafficking
The league itself had long been on board with players competing in the Games, while multiple athletes – including two-time MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes – said they wanted to play.
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Novak Djokovic said a majority of players believe favouritism is at play in the tennis anti-doping system and called for it to be overhauled in the wake of cases involving Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek.
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Former NBA MVP Derrick Rose announced his retirement from basketball on Thursday as the 35-year-old guard brought the curtains down on a career spanning 16 years.
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