World Athletics has banned transgender women who have undergone male puberty from competing in female world ranking competitions as of March 31. The governing body’s decision is guided by the principle of protecting the female category. Under previous guidelines, transgender women were required to maintain a blood testosterone level below 5nmol/L continuously for a year before competing in the female category. A working group will be established to carry out further research on transgender eligibility guidelines. World Athletics President, Lord Coe, stated that they are not permanently rejecting transgender women from competing in the female category, but they must wait…
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Boom! The popular Netflix show “Squid Game” will have a second season. Hwang Dong-hyuk claims to be obliged to take this step due to the show’s whopping success. During a red carpet event, Hwang promised that Gi-hun would be back soon, ready to accomplish great things for the show. A second season is in the works, but has not yet been finalized by Netflix. The series stars Lee Jung-Jae as Seong Gi-hun, portraying money-hungry people who agree to participate in a series of dangerous schoolyard games. Little did they know, those who lose the game are eliminated – in the…
CeeDee Lamb has had a troublesome season in the NFL when it comes to fines and his uniform. The Dallas Cowboys receiver has racked up fines for the awful offenses regarding the uniform rules and they are literally the most ridiculous thing ever. Lamb was penalized for having his socks way too low ($5,150) at one point. Adam Schefter from ESPN reports that the league didn’t stop there, but dished out two more fines for having an untucked jersey ($20,600). A third similar violation could go up to a staggering fine of $46,350. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9Swj9pBVsk He was also fined $10,300…
Remember when Peter Stanonik crawled around after having his marbles busted during an MMA fight? He sure does! Jonas Bilharinho and Canaan Kawaihae joined the “smashed cojones” club, smashed each other in the gonads, then fell to the floor. The guys went to the kneeling position after landing the same blow at the exact same time, leaving the audience gasping. Naturally, the fighters were temporarily disabled, trying to mend the damage to their nuts while in the middle of their bout. Don’t worry, the fight continued. You’d think wearing even more protection down there might be considered one day. There’s…
Ben Simmons has received assistance regarding his mental health issues while he remains absent from the team at the beginning of the 2021-22 season. Shams Charania of The Athletic reported that Philadelphia doesn’t have a mental health specialist with whom Simmons is comfortable with, leading fans to speculate if this is just Simmons’ way of getting out of playing since he seems to have literally zero interest in doing so. Simmons has ended the holdout and returned to the team facilities, but had told 76ers officials in October that he wasn’t mentally ready to play to his standards, according to…
The Boston Celtics seem to be one of the teams interested in a trade for Ben Simmons. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, the Sixers and Celtics have discussed a possible trade, but there is “no traction” at this time. The Sixers are expected to require Jaylen Brown as part of any deal package for Simmons. Any negotiations, according to Mark Murphy of the Boston Herald, were “untrue.” To stay under the salary cap, Boston would have to add about $1.8 million in salaries along with Brown for a Simmons deal to work. Bruno Fernando’s inclusion in…
Because of their stature, several legends in the NFL occupy a superior position. Their opinions are of the utmost importance, and they serve as advisors in franchising. On a college football broadcast, the former 49ers quarterback Joe Montana recently discussed how San Francisco signed the wrong rookie quarterback, Trey Lance.The NFL Draft in 2021 witnessed a significant change in the sports scene. New blood appeared, eager to take on new tasks. Two of those rising stars were Mac Jones and Trey Lance. Mac Jones took over for Cam Newton for the New England Patriots, while Trey Lance came to San…
ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski learned that Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid tested positive for COVID-19. Embiid will not play against the New York Knicks on Monday and will rest for up to, or at least, ten days, according to the NBA’s health and safety standards. Embiid could miss at least five games and could return as soon as late next week, while the 76ers are on a six-game road trip, primarily on the West Coast. Even before entering the procedures, Embiid was scheduled to rest during Monday night’s game against the Knicks. With Embiid out, veteran center Andre Drummond, who joined…
NBC Sports reported that Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations, Daryl Morey, briefly met with Ben Simmons on Wednesday. As Ben has told other Sixers officials over the previous week, Simmons informed Morey that he is still not mentally ready to play for the team. So basically zero progress was made and many believe it’s time to cut Simmons short, but at what cost are they willing to let him explore other teams, or can they get any trade value for him? Simmons is still not involved in any team activities and is barely seen around the team, and when…
Prosecutors claim WR Henry Ruggs III, just released from the Las Vegas Raiders, was driving his Chevrolet Corvette at 156 mph when he rear-ended a Toyota Rav4, killing the driver and destroying the Rav4. The Toyota’s driver, a 23-year-old woman, died on the scene. Ruggs was arrested after being released from the hospital on Tuesday afternoon. He appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday morning to face felony counts of driving under the influence resulting in death and reckless driving. A mugshot reveals Ruggs wearing a gash at the bridge of his nose and a neck brace. TMZ…
Aaron Rodgers tested positive for COVID-19, according to ESPN. The Green Bay Packers quarterback will not play against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, per reports. Rodgers has not been vaccinated, but allegedly said he was. Rodgers must quarantine for a least ten days if he tests positive, according to league regulations. Prior to the start of training camp, the 37-year-old received alternative therapy. Rogers asked the NFL to treat him the same as someone who had received one of the approved vaccinations. The league refused, deeming Rogers unvaccinated. Rodgers is said to use masking measures when interacting with players…
The Raiders have parted ways with wide receiver Henry Ruggs III after finding out more information regarding the car crash he was involved in. According to records, Ruggs was charged with DUI resulting in death and dangerous driving. Ruggs was driving the Chevrolet Corvette at a high rate of speed when it plowed into the back of the Toyota Rav4, which was found on fire, according to the initial investigation. According to the LVMPD statement, Ruggs displayed “evidence of impairment.” Ruggs was reportedly driving at 156 mph before the incident, according to Chief Deputy District Attorney Eric Bauman, and had…
Saints WR Michael Thomas is gone for the season and the panel of First Take had a few things to say about it. After a setback in his rehabilitation from ankle surgery, it was revealed that he would not return for the 2021 season. He addressed the issue in a social media post. https://twitter.com/Cantguardmike/status/1455895624742748161?s=20 Thomas has a fresh, separate ankle condition that required him to see a specialist, according to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport. Thomas started his career with four straight seasons of 1,000 yards and set the NFL record for receptions in 2019 with 149. In 2020, the…
After being involved in a serious car accident, Henry Ruggs III was charged with DUI resulting in death, according to officials. The second-year wide receiver for the Las Vegas Raiders was involved in a terrible incident in Las Vegas early Tuesday in the AM hours. Ruggs, 22, was driving the Chevrolet Corvette that was included in a crash near the intersection of South Spring Valley Parkway and South Rainbow Boulevard just before 3:40 a.m., according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3ml46o8JxQ When officers arrived on the scene, they discovered a Toyota Rav4 in flames, according to authorities. A…
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Malik Harrison was shot by a stray bullet after a fight broke out at a nightclub in Cleveland. He was shot in the leg and it is not life threatening. Coach Harbaugh issued a statement already. At least four suspects have been arrested, but Harrison was not one of them, and so far does not seem like he was involved, but appears to have been close enough to be hit by a stray bullet. Reports say around 20 shots were fired. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANGOQ272FuU Harrison, 23, a third-round pick in 2020, will return to Baltimore on Monday after…
The deadline for NFL trade is 4 p.m. ET Tuesday, and we already have a massive trade blockbuster. Denver Broncos’ outside linebacker Von Miller will be traded to the LA Rams in exchange for several 2022 draft picks, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Welcome to sack city, Von! The thirty-two-year-old has played in the NFL for 11 seasons, all with the Broncos. He’s an eight-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro. He was named Super Bowl MVP after playing a vital role in the Broncos’ victory in Super Bowl 50. He’s well-liked in Denver not only for what he does…
UPDATE: Taysom Hill didn’t take over yet, but there’s always a chance. Trevor Siemian got the first start after Winston went out and might have the job for now. Jameis Winston tore his ACL on a tackle from behind against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, his old team. On the run, Bucs linebacker Devin White yanked him down on a horse-collar tackle from behind, causing Winston’s knee to bend awkwardly. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, tests revealed a torn ACL as well as MCL damage. What happens to Winston next will be an intriguing story. He had a one-year contract,…
PETA is urging Major League Baseball to rename the bullpen to “arm barn.” The disputable term has been used to describe the space where pitchers warm up since the 1800s. According to TMZ Sports, the nonprofit organization stated in a news release on Thursday that the long-standing baseball word isn’t “animal-friendly.” Peta underlined the need to choose an up-to-date term that is more animal-friendly. ‘Bullpen’ holds a negative connotation since it refers to the area where bulls are kept before the slaughter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbwTR7cB1W4 PETA’s executive vice president, Tracy Reiman, emphasized that words do matter, adding that ‘bullpens’ belittle baseball players…