Women Row 5,000 Miles for Parkinson's Cure
An all-female rowing team led by a mom with Parkinson's will row 5,000 miles around America to raise funds for research. Their predecessor team raised $43 million rowing the Pacific Ocean.
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Olympic Gold Medalists Ring NYSE Opening Bell
Two fresh Olympic champions from Milano Cortina 2026 got to ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange. Skier Breezy Johnson and Paralympic snowboarder Kate Delson brought their gold medals to Wall Street for the honor.
Nigerian Boxer Elizabeth Oshoba Goes 10-0 With TKO Win
Elizabeth Oshoba just knocked out Britain's Chelsey Arnell in the third round, keeping her perfect 10-0 record alive and proving she's a rising star in women's boxing. The Nigerian fighter credited faith, hard work, and her team for the dominant victory that has the sports world taking notice.
Blind Sprinter Komal Tyagi Wins National Championship at 23
A visually impaired athlete from a small Indian village has become a national champion in sprinting despite growing up without access to specialized education. Komal Tyagi's journey from struggling in regular school to dominating para-athletics shows what determination can overcome.
TV Worker Becomes First to Finish 6 Ultra Races in Year
Ioana Barbu survived wild dog attacks, hypothermia, and extreme conditions to complete six ultra marathons across 800 miles in 12 months. The 37-year-old conquered the Arctic, jungle, mountains, and desert after being inspired by a podcast guest.
Spain's First Winter Paralympic Gold in 12 Years
Spanish para-alpine skier Audrey Pascual, 21, just won her country's first Paralympic Winter Games gold medal in 12 years using a custom pink monoski at Milano Cortina 2026. She's sharing her story to inspire young girls with disabilities everywhere.
New Zealand Women Storm to Rugby Sevens Grand Final
The Black Ferns Sevens defeated the USA 26-14 to reach the New York final, extending their unbeaten streak to three months. The newly-crowned series champions will face Australia for the title Sunday morning.
Oakland Honors Alysa Liu's Two 2026 Olympic Gold Medals
Figure skater Alysa Liu brought home two gold medals from the 2026 Winter Olympics, becoming the first American woman to win Olympic gold in the sport since 2002. Thousands gathered at Oakland City Hall to celebrate their hometown hero who put The Town on the world stage.
Olympic Champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Expects First Baby
World record holder Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is pregnant with her first child and says motherhood will bring "a new type of motivation" for the 2028 LA Olympics. The two-time gold medalist switched from hurdles to the 400m flat in 2025, winning a world title and setting a national record.
24-Year-Old Wrestler Makes History at Vegas Slam Fest
Rising star Persephone will compete in CMLL's first standalone U.S. show after 90 years, bringing Mexican Lucha Libre to Las Vegas fans. The El Paso native earned praise from AEW's Tony Khan for her athletic skill and championship wins.
Nigerian Midfielder Returns to Soccer After Motherhood
Super Falcons midfielder Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene is back on the field just months after giving birth, proving that motherhood and elite athletics can thrive together. Her message to women athletes everywhere: "If I can do this, you also can do it."
Nigeria's Blind Women to Make World Cup History in Armenia
Two Nigerian athletes are about to become the first African women to compete in blind SAMBO at the World Cup. Their journey shows how sports can break barriers and create new possibilities.
Ohio Dad Invites Gold Medal Hockey Team to His House
After the US women's hockey team declined a White House invitation, the internet's "Official Dad of the Olympics" offered them a celebration at his Ohio home instead. Richard Kiley's wholesome gesture shows the genuine support women athletes deserve.
Former Black Stick Finishes Coast to Coast With Daughters
Gemma McCaw crossed the finish line of New Zealand's grueling Coast to Coast race with her three daughters by her side, completing the 243-kilometer journey with para-athlete partner Shaz Dagg. The emotional moment capped Dagg's comeback story after a devastating crash forced her out of the race two years ago.
Italy Wins Record 24 Medals at Home Winter Olympics
Italy just celebrated their best Winter Olympics ever with 24 medals at the Milan-Cortina Games, shattering their previous record of 20 from 30 years ago. Italian women athletes led the charge, proving that home advantage is alive and well when paired with world-class talent.
41-Year-Old Elana Meyers Taylor Wins First Olympic Gold
After five Olympic appearances and five medals in every color but gold, bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor finally claimed the top prize at age 41. The American athlete became the oldest U.S. woman to win Winter Olympic gold, completing a historic career milestone in Italy.
GB Women Curlers Upset World Champion Canada 7-6
Team GB's women curlers bounced back from two opening losses to shock world champion Canada 7-6 at the Winter Olympics. The stunning victory keeps their medal hopes alive and showcases the power of resilience under pressure.
Olympic Rookie Charlotte Wilson Places 6th in Moguls Debut
A 20-year-old Australian skier turned nerves into triumph at her first Olympics, delivering three stunning runs to finish sixth in women's moguls. While defending champion Jakara Anthony faced heartbreak in the final, her young teammate showed the world what resilience looks like.
Six Olympic Moms Prove Motherhood Powers Medal Dreams
When hockey star Kendall Coyne Schofield announced her pregnancy, people congratulated her on a "great career" as if motherhood meant retirement. This February, she and five other American moms are proving that outdated thinking wrong at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Olympic Gold Winner Khelif Ready to Compete in LA 2028
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who won gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, says she's ready to take any tests required to compete in Los Angeles. Her message of fairness and protection for all women athletes is resonating around the world.
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