The Ashes: What women’s cricket must learn from epic encounter
After England’s memorable World Cup win in 2017, it was Australia – after failing to make the final – who turned the screw, embarking on a journey of self-discovery that resulted in world dominance. 2023 feels like it should become England’s moment. They have set the standard of playing women’s matches at Test venues that […]
French Open: Amelie Mauresmo says tournament can ‘do better’ on night scheduling
French Open tournament director Amelie Mauresmo says the tournament’s prime slots are now “more balanced” between men and women. However, she admits they can “do better” on night scheduling. The night-session match is promoted as the highlight of the day at Roland Garros. But Aryna Sabalenka’s fourth-round contest against Sloane Stephens last Sunday was the […]
Women’s Super League: How is the title race shaping up going into 2022?
Arsenal have won 58 trophies in their hugely successful history – including a record 14 FA Cups – but they have won the WSL title just three times. Their last success came in 2019 under former manager Joe Montemurro and the following two seasons were dominated by a battle between Manchester City and Chelsea. Chelsea […]
Quiz: Name Wales women’s 2021 point scorers
Wales failed to score a single point in their opening two 2021 Women’s Six Nations games – but come the Autumn ended a two-year losing streak with victories over Japan and South Africa. In their six games over the last 12 months eight different players shared all their points – six scoring tries and two […]
Where women rule in the world
AFP Record numbers of women are standing for election in countries around the world – changing the global face of politics and bringing gender equality in national legislatures a step closer. Mexico has just elected an equal number of men and women MPs across both houses of the country’s parliament in what is being celebrated […]
Welshman spurred by near-fatal crash
BBC Andrew Jenkins, an insurance broker from Talbot Green, is among 22 competitors in the latest season of The Traitors A Welsh competitor in the new series of BBC One’s The Traitors says he hopes surviving a near-fatal car crash will inspire others. Andrew Jenkins, 45, is among 22 contestants joining host Claudia Winkleman in […]
Katie Chapman: Record 10th Women’s FA Cup for Chelsea captain, but ‘more to come’
Hayes, who has been in charge of the Blues since 2012 and signed England’s Chapman in 2014, felt the defensive midfielder was “the best player on the park” as her side beat Arsenal 3-1 in front of a competition-record crowd of 45,423 at Wembley. “For someone chasing a 10th winners’ medal, she led by example,” […]
England cricket: Men’s and women’s 2024 summer schedule includes concurrent Pakistan series
May 22 – First T20 v Pakistan, Headingley 25 – Second T20 v Pakistan, Edgbaston 28 – Third T20 v Pakistan, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff 30 – Fourth T20 v Pakistan, The Kia Oval July 10-14 – First Test v West Indies, Lord’s 18-22 – Second Test v West Indies, Trent Bridge 26-30 – Third Test […]
Brexit has some benefits, No 10 says on anniversary
Becky Morton Political reporter Getty Images Five years ago Brexit supporters gathered outside Parliament to mark the UK leaving the EU The prime minister believes Brexit has had some benefits, Downing Street has said on the fifth anniversary of the UK leaving the European Union. A No 10 spokesman pointed to freedom from EU regulations, […]
Emma Hayes: Chelsea boss says women’s football is ‘middle class’
Women’s football is “middle class” and girls do not have the same access to playing football as boys, says Chelsea boss Emma Hayes. In April, the UK government announced a major national review of domestic women’s football. Earlier this month, the Football Association also announced plans to ensure every girl with talent has access to […]