Athletics

The US Supreme Court has upheld state laws banning transgender girls from competing on girls' school sports teams. The ruling allows such bans, already passed in multiple states, to remain in effect and is a significant setback for advocates of transgender inclusion in school athletics, while supporters of the laws say it protects fairness in women's sports.

Irish goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has withdrawn from the Republic of Ireland squad, reportedly citing principled objections to facing Israel in an international match. The reported decision raises questions about player activism in international football and how federations respond when athletes decline selection on ethical or political grounds. Ireland's management has not publicly detailed the circumstances, and reactions have focused on the precedent such a withdrawal could set.

Tigst Assefa's attempt at a world record at the Berlin Marathon fell apart when cramps forced her off record pace, with Guye Adola taking the men's victory in the German capital. Berlin has long been the stage for marathon world records, making the missed mark a notable talking point among distance running fans.

The Asian Games are getting under way in Japan, with attention turning to ten athletes highlighted as ones to watch at the multi-sport event. Coverage is focusing on the stars expected to headline the competition, which brings together thousands of athletes from across Asia in one of the world's largest sporting gatherings after the Olympics.

Reports suggest Republic of Ireland players are considering boycotting a fixture against Israel. The potential move comes amid ongoing political tensions and debate over sporting ties with Israel. Fans and commentators are divided, with some backing the players' stance on principle and others arguing sport should remain separate from politics. Football authorities have yet to respond formally to the reports.

An Olympic figure skater has paid tribute to their parents, who died in the midair collision over Washington, DC. The skater spoke publicly about the loss, drawing an outpouring of support from the figure skating community and the public as attention returns to the victims of the crash.

Aichi-Nagoya 2026, the 20th Asian Games, is publishing live athletics results and medallist lists as competition unfolds. Fans are following the athletics programme for medal standings and performances from the continent's leading track and field athletes at the multi-sport event hosted in Japan.

Attention is on India's medals tally and winners list for the 2026 Asian Games, to be hosted in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. A full table tracking every Indian medal and medallist is being compiled as the countdown to the Games gathers pace, with fans and media following how the country's athletes are shaping up for the continental showpiece.

Several US senators who played college sports are playing an outsized role in drafting legislation to reform college athletics, NPR reports. Their firsthand experience as athletes gives them extra influence over a bill addressing issues like athlete compensation and the power of the NCAA, as Congress weighs its most significant intervention in college sports in decades.

Organisers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games have released initial details of the triathlon courses. The announcement gives athletes and fans a first look at the routes that will host the swim, bike and run segments in 2028. Further course details and venue specifics are expected as planning for the Games continues.

India and the West Indies are facing off in an international cricket series, with searches spiking across India, the UK, Australia, Canada and beyond. West Indies captain Shai Hope has acknowledged his side are wary of the challenge posed by a strong Indian team. Fans are also following related fixtures and athletics coverage from the Asian Games.

Coverage of the Asian Games 2026 on September 27 centres on India's scores, updates and results from Day 8 of the competition. Sports outlets are tracking how Indian athletes are faring across events as the Games, hosted in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, move into their second week, with medal standings and key match outcomes drawing particular attention from Indian audiences.

South Korean golfer Tom Kim will represent his country at the Asian Games in Hangzhou shortly after playing in the Presidents Cup. A medal at the Games could earn him an exemption from South Korea's mandatory military service, a rule that has shaped the careers of several of the country's top male athletes, including fellow golfers Son Jun-hwan and Im Sung-jae, who earned exemptions through Olympic bronze in Tokyo.

Coverage of the shooting events at the 2026 Asian Games, to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, is being tracked with schedules, live scores and results for Indian shooters. India has treated shooting as one of its strongest disciplines at recent Asian Games, and attention is on how its squad performs this edition and which athletes reach the podium.

The 20th Asian Games are under way in Japan's Aichi Prefecture and the city of Nagoya, running from 19 September to 4 October. Around 11,000 athletes from 45 countries are competing across 43 sports. The Guardian has published a photo gallery from the event, showing scenes from the opening days of competition in Japan.

India take on Iran in the kabaddi final at the 2026 Asian Games, with India also meeting Japan in hockey and Indian athletes competing in athletics events. The clashes are drawing major attention from Indian sports fans, with hundreds of thousands engaging with live coverage of the day's action across the Games.

Congress is weighing the Protect College Sports Act, and the debate features an unusual dynamic: sitting senators who were once college athletes are directly involved in shaping the legislation. Their firsthand experience in college sports gives them prominent voices as lawmakers argue over athlete pay, oversight, and the future of the NCAA system.

Some medals awarded at the Paris 2024 Olympics have shown premature aging, prompting organisers to open a replacement procedure. Affected athletes can request a new medal through their National Olympic Committee. The issue has drawn attention because Olympic medals are meant to be lasting symbols, and questions are being raised about the quality of the items produced for the Games.

Germany has chosen Munich as its candidate city to host the Olympic Games. If successful, it would be the first Olympics held in Germany since the 1972 Munich Games, which were overshadowed by the terrorist attack that killed 11 Israeli athletes and coaches. The bid now heads to international competition, and reactions are likely to weigh the city's modern sporting infrastructure against the weight of 1972's history.

The US Senate has taken an initial procedural step toward legislation that would overhaul the college sports system. The move signals congressional interest in reshaping how college athletics are governed, a debate that has intensified over athlete compensation, name, image and likeness deals, and the power of the NCAA. Details of the proposed framework and its chances of advancing remain limited at this stage.

The NFL's third week of the season is underway, with The Athletic and The New York Times providing live coverage of Sunday's slate of games, including scores, highlights, injury updates and analysis. Fans are following the action throughout the day as results come in across the league.

Databricks has agreed to pay $22.8 million for naming rights to the University of California, Berkeley's football field, a landmark corporate deal for college sports. The data software company, founded by Berkeley alumni, is framing the investment as part of a broader push tied to its Bay Area roots, its growth ambitions, and its deepening relationship with the university's talent pipeline.

Premier League clubs are earning significant revenue by hosting concerts at their stadiums, with major acts like Oasis, Beyonce and Coldplay playing football grounds. The Athletic examines how much clubs make from these events, which have become a key income stream as clubs look for revenue beyond matchdays and broadcast deals.

Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has withdrawn from matches involving Israel, citing the Gaza war. The move has drawn attention in Middle East and sports circles, with reports circulating in regional media. It is part of a wider debate about athletes' responses to the conflict and participation in fixtures connected to the war.

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair is continuing to honour Palestinian children killed in Gaza by writing their names on his equipment. He is currently remembering 12-year-old Lana and 8-year-old Bana, who were killed along with their family in an Israeli attack. His gesture has drawn attention and discussion amid ongoing debate over the war and athlete activism.