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I still have nightmares: Nicole Pavier details abuse she suffered as a gymnast

A survivor of abuse within gymnastics says she still has nightmares about what happened to her as a child and even now feels “terrified” and “physically sick” when she smells the perfume worn by her coaches. Former England gymnast Nicole Pavier ...

17 Jun 2022 at 16:00

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UK Sport’s new sustainability targets vital to mitigate climate change – chief

UK Sport chief executive Sally Munday insists ambitious new sustainability targets set by her organisation are necessary to mitigate climate change, which she believes “threatens the existence of high-performance sport itself”. The government ...

28 Mar 2023 at 13:45

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Deaf swimmer Nathan Young accuses funding bodies of discrimination

One of the UK’s fastest deaf swimmers has accused the country’s funding bodies of discrimination over the lack of cash for elite deaf athletes. Nathan Young, who is ranked fourth in the world in some of his events, is not entitled to any ...

03 Apr 2023 at 09:30

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UK Sport unveils ambition to host FIFA Women’s World Cup for first time in 2030s

UK Sport has outlined ambitions for the United Kingdom to host its first FIFA Women’s World Cup in the 2030s. The global showpiece is the biggest sporting event the UK has never held, and one of several new additions to the funding ...

05 Mar 2024 at 15:53

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UK Sport deputy says ‘right decision’ to ditch World Cup bid and host Euro 2028

UK Sport’s deputy chief insists abandoning a potential joint UK and Ireland bid for the 2030 World Cup in favour of focusing on Euro 2028 was the “right decision”. The 2030 tournament has now been awarded to Morocco, Portugal and ...

05 Mar 2024 at 17:17

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Jo Pinner: Pregnancy guidance and research is absolutely critical for athletes

Great Britain and England hockey player Jo Pinner believes access to up-to-date guidance and research around pregnancy is critical in ensuring elite athletes feel safe to start a family and return to sport post-partum. The ...

14 Dec 2023 at 09:00

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Lack of funding for deaf swimmers is ‘completely isolating a whole disability’

One of the UK’s fastest deaf swimmers has spent more than 1,000 days campaigning against “discriminatory” policies that deny him funding. Nathan Young, a holder of seven national records, is not entitled to any Government ...

28 Mar 2024 at 09:13

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UK interest remains in hosting Women’s World Cup in 2030s as Brazil lands 2027

The backers of a potential United Kingdom bid to host the Women’s World Cup in the 2030s will review their position in the coming months, the PA news agency understands. Europe’s chances of success in that decade appear ...

17 May 2024 at 11:23

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Amy Tinkler calls for action against abusers in wake of Whyte Review

Gymnastics will not be safe until action has been taken against the perpetrators of the abuse identified by the Whyte Review, Olympic bronze medallist Amy Tinkler has said. The review found athletes were subjected to ...

23 Jun 2022 at 18:16

Sport

I am sorry – British Gymnastics chief apologises for shocking abuse scandal

British Gymnastics chief executive Sarah Powell has issued a “genuine apology” for the abuse scandal that has rocked the sport, and admitted the governing body faces a long and difficult task to restore trust. ...

16 Jun 2022 at 18:49

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Dame Katherine Grainger senses ‘incredible hunger’ for more GB Olympic success

Dame Katherine Grainger has sensed an “incredible hunger” among a new generation of athletes to write the next chapter of British Olympic success. Team GB returned from Paris this month with an overall haul ...

20 Aug 2024 at 15:42

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Team GB offered military-style decompression interviews after Paris Olympics

Team GB athletes will be encouraged to take part in decompression programmes following the conclusion of the Paris Olympics in a move designed to follow the example of military personnel returning home. ...

23 Jul 2024 at 13:46

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