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October 30, 2025
Women’s sport reaches record audiences as England’s Euros final against Spain is most watched TV moment
The Women's Sport Trust (WST) has released a report showing how female UK broadcast audiences reached an all-time high, making up 44 per cent of the UEFA Women's Euros audience and 43 per cent of the Women's Rugby World Cup (RWC) audience - the highest on record for both competitions....
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October 30, 2025
Pregnancy is harder than marathons, science shows
In a groundbreaking 2019 study published in "Science Advances", a scientific journal published by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), evolutionary anthropologist Herman Pontzer of Duke University compared the metabolic strain of pregnancy to some of the world's most extreme endurance feats like the Tour de France...
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October 29, 2025
ESPN and Athletes Unlimited Announce Multi-Year Distribution Deal Covering More Than 50 Nationally Televised Games Annually
Following an incredibly successful inaugural season of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL), ESPN and Athletes Unlimited (AU) today announced a multi-year rights extension that strengthens ESPN’s role as an official broadcast partner for AU’s professional leagues in softball, basketball, and volleyball. ESPN Press Room
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October 29, 2025
Serena Williams Just Added One of Europe’s Most Prestigious Honors to Her Resume
Tennis icon Serena Williams was presented Spain’s Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, a nod to a career that changed how the world watches the sport. The 23-time Grand Slam champion accepted the award in Oviedo on October 24. The annual ceremony was hosted by Spain’s royal family. Williams’ career has...
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October 28, 2025
Alexis Ohanian: Angel City Ownership Setup Was a ‘Terrible Idea’
Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian acknowledges he made a mistake in ceding control of NWSL club Angel City to three of his cofounders—actress Natalie Portman, venture capitalist Kara Nortman, and entrepreneur Julie Uhrman—who he says put up “no money.” Last year’s record-breaking takeover of Angel City by Bob Iger and Willow Bay...
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October 28, 2025
WNBA CBA negotiations: Everything to know as deadline nears before potential lockout
The current collective bargaining agreement between the WNBA and Women's National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) will expire later this week on Oct. 31, and there is no indication that a new deal will be in place by that deadline. CBS SPORTS
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October 27, 2025
Lululemon To Create NFL Fan Gear in Latest Pro Sports Collab
Football fans are getting a new uniform as Lululemon suits up for game day, teaming with the NFL on a premium fan apparel line repping all 32 teams. It’s a notable shift for the activewear giant, which is leaning deeper into sports fandom after partnering with Fanatics and the NHL on...
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October 27, 2025
Fallon Rowe’s New Book Addresses Domestic Abuse in the Outdoor Community
In 2024, news of a prominent climber, Charlie Barrett, getting arrested for rape rocked the climbing community. Many were aghast at how this could’ve happened. Annette McGivney’s Outside article that chronicled his crimes was even titled “How Did This Climber Get Away with So Much For So Long?” Long after the beginning of MeToo, climbing...
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October 27, 2025
Men need twice as much exercise as women to lower heart disease risk, study finds
Men may need to exercise twice as much as women to achieve the same reduction in coronary heart disease risk, according to researchers, who say healthy living guidelines should take account of the sex differences. Scientists analysed physical activity records from more than 80,000 people and found that the risk...
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October 27, 2025
The protein blind spot in women’s sport
I recently wrote a story about protein and how to maximise its benefits in endurance sport. I looked at ageing, timing, and quantities, but I didn’t cover the specific needs of women. So, when our readers raised questions about it, I went back digging for answers to find out what...
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October 27, 2025
New Research Reveals Canada’s Pro Women’s Sports Market Has Doubled in Two Years, Surging Toward $570 Million by 2030
A new report from Canadian Women & Sport reveals that Canada’s professional women’s sports market has doubled in size since 2023, reaching an estimated $380–$400 million in 2025 and is on pace to hit $570 million by 2030. The findings mark a defining moment in the country’s sport and business landscape—signaling that professional women’s sport has...
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October 24, 2025
Omorpho Introduces G-Vest Icon, a Fully Adjustable Weighted Vest
Omorpho, the Portland-based company known for its micro-weighted training gear, has introduced the G-Vest Icon, a fully adjustable version of its award-winning weighted vest. Designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts seeking flexibility and comfort, the new vest lets users change resistance in seconds without bulky plates or sandbags. Athletech News
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October 24, 2025
Sonia Raman makes history as first Indian head coach in WNBA with Seattle Storm, AP Source says
New York assistant Sonia Raman has agreed to a deal to become the head coach of the Seattle Storm, a person familiar with the hire told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity on Friday because no official announcement has been made. Newsday
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October 23, 2025
Universal Link Between Gender Equality and Physical Capacity Revealed
A groundbreaking global analysis spearheaded by researchers from Karolinska Institutet and Shanghai University of Sport has illuminated the profound impact of societal development and gender equality on the cardiorespiratory fitness of young adults worldwide. Published in the prestigious Journal of Sport and Health Science, this meticulous investigation synthesizes data from...
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October 23, 2025
Sarah Perry Sets Women’s Backyard Ultra World Record
This year’s edition of the race that started the backyard ultramarathon craze, the 2025 Big Dog’s Backyard Ultra, saw Sarah Perry of the U.K. set a new women’s record of 95 “yards,” totaling 395.8 miles (637.0 kilometers). I.RUN.FAR
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October 23, 2025
Zwift extends title sponsorship of Tour de France Femmes until 2029
The Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift will retain its full title for at least another four years after Zwift and race organiser ASO confirmed the extension of their partnership through to 2029. The announcement came alongside the unveiling of the 2026 race route in Paris, underlining Zwift’s ongoing commitment to promoting women’s cycling at the highest...
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October 23, 2025
The Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift is headed for Mont Ventoux
On Thursday, in a ballroom packed with cyclists in their offseason fits, journalists, and a ton of other people, the ASO unveiled the highly anticipated route for the 2026 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, and an extension of the title sponsorship agreement for the next four years. escape
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October 23, 2025
Exercise fights depression caused by poor diet, even without dietary changes
Scientists at University College Cork have discovered that voluntary exercise creates powerful metabolic changes that offset the negative behavioral effects of consuming high-fat, high-sugar diets, offering hope for those struggling to improve both their eating habits and mental wellbeing. NATURAL NEWS
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October 22, 2025
Caitlin Clark Named Most ‘Powerful’ Athlete In All Of Women’s Sports
On October 22, Forbes named the top 25 most powerful women in sports. To the surprise of absolutely no one, Caitlin Clark cracked the list. Clark, the No. 1 pick from the 2024 WNBA Draft, has been the most popular player in women's basketball for a few years now. yahoo!...
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October 21, 2025
Recent Study Says Strength Training May Prevent Neural Decline, Supporting Longevity
Resistance training has long been known to preserve muscle and even help restore nerve function after injury, but whether it can speed up nerve conduction in healthy adults has never been tested—until now. Outside
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October 21, 2025
Jimmy Butler Is Now A Minority Investor In The San Diego Wave Fútbol Club, Aims To Set New Standard In Women’s Sports
Jimmy Butler’s business portfolio is warming up. The Golden State Warriors player joined an investor group and is officially a minority investor in the National Women’s Soccer League’s San Diego Wave Fútbol Club (Wave FC), which was valued at $120 million in October 2024 after it was acquired by the...
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October 21, 2025
United States announces bid to cohost 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup with Mexico, Costa Rica, Jamaica
The U.S. will submit a joint bid with Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica to host the 2031 Women's World Cup, marking the first time the competition will have four host nations in time for its expansion to 48 teams. U.S. Soccer confirmed its interest in hosting the tournament by FIFA's...
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October 21, 2025
Women’s Pro Baseball League picks New York, Boston, LA, and San Francisco for inaugural season
The Women's Professional Baseball League has chosen New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco as the cities that will represent the four teams that will compete in the inaugural season, the league announced Tuesday. CBS NEWS
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October 19, 2025
ASICS Were Top Choice of the Fastest Pro Runners From Kona 2025
The ASICS Metaspeed series has become the dominant force in pro triathlon, with more and more athletes selecting the brand’s various options for long course racing. At the 2025 women’s IRONMAN World Championship, 7 of the top 15 run splits were set in ASICS shoes, including the fastest run of...
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October 19, 2025
British woman sets new 24-hour world record
The 2025 IAU 24‑Hour World Championships kicked off at 10 a.m. local time on Friday, October 18, in Albi, France, with 366 athletes from 45 countries stepping onto the 1.5-km loop. In the women’s race, Sarah Webster of Great Britain covered a stunning 278.622 km—surpassing the previous mark of 270.363 km by...
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