📰 Imane Khelif fires off punchy message after Olympic boss vows to ‘ensure fairness’ in women’s category
Imane Khelif, a controversial gold medalist, responded to the new Olympics chief’s call to protect the female category for fairness. Khelif quoted Winston Churchill on Instagram after IOC President Kirsty Coventry emphasized the importance of safeguarding women in sports. Coventry received overwhelming support for her efforts to address transgender athlete controversies and protect the female category in the Olympics. She highlighted the need for a scientific approach and collaboration with international federations to ensure fairness across different sports. While discussions are ongoing to amend policies, any changes are unlikely to impact past competition results, including those involving athletes with gender-eligibility questions.
📰 Former NFL defensive lineman Oliver Gibson dead at 53
Former NFL defensive lineman Oliver Gibson, who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals, has passed away at the age of 53, as announced by his family and Notre Dame. Gibson played nine seasons in the NFL after being drafted by the Steelers in 1995, alongside players like Mark Bruener and Kordell Stewart. He spent four seasons in Pittsburgh and five in Cincinnati, accumulating 17.5 sacks and 243 tackles in 133 games. His best season was in 1999, when he recorded 4.5 sacks and 41 tackles while playing all 16 games for the Bengals. Gibson, who played from 1995 to 2003, was remembered fondly by former teammates like Chad OchoCinco and had a successful coaching career after retiring from the NFL.
📰 Dodgers face federal civil rights complaint over hiring and employment practices
A federal civil rights complaint has been filed against the Los Angeles Dodgers and Guggenheim Partners for alleged unlawful discrimination under the guise of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The complaint, filed by America First Legal, claims that the employment practices of both entities discriminate based on skin color or sex, violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. AFL argues that the Dodgers and Guggenheim Partners use inclusive terminology to segregate or classify employees based on race, color, sex, or national origin. The complaint highlights how the organizations’ DEI strategies may lead to discriminatory hiring, training, and recruitment practices. AFL also raised concerns about the Dodgers and Guggenheim Partners’ Business Resource Groups providing employment benefits based on immutable characteristics.
📰 Athletics ‘can’t wait’ to trade pitcher Luis Severino after his blunt complaints about team’s ballpark: report
Athletics pitcher Luis Severino openly expresses his dissatisfaction with pitching at the team’s temporary home ballpark, Sutter Health Park, likening it to a minor-league facility. The Athletics are reportedly eager to trade Severino before the MLB trade deadline, as indicated by a USA Today report. Severino’s struggles at home are evident in his performance, with a significantly higher ERA compared to his road games. Despite the challenges, Severino remains focused on improving and performing his best, whether with the Athletics or a potential new team. The MLB trade deadline on July 31 gives the Athletics a limited time frame to make a decision regarding Severino’s future with the team.
📰 Bodybuilding legend Ronnie Coleman hospitalized after suffering ‘serious medical condition,’ family says
Bodybuilding legend Ronnie Coleman, who holds the record for eight Mr. Olympia titles, was hospitalized due to a serious medical condition, as confirmed by his family on Facebook. The family’s statement emphasized that Coleman is receiving expert medical care and is showing strength and resilience. Details about his condition were not disclosed to maintain focus on his recovery. Coleman had previously mentioned a health issue that prevented him from attending an event in the UK. Despite the situation, Coleman’s family remains optimistic, highlighting his inspirational toughness and heart. Coleman, known for his success in bodybuilding, won numerous titles and was inducted into the International Sports Hall of Fame in 2016.
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