Biggest Marathon Cheaters – 5 Runners Who Got Caught Cheating
In September 2023, Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia broke the women’s marathon world record with an amazing time of two hours, 11 minutes and 53 seconds. The dedication and tenacity it …
What Sports Events Have Been Targeted by Just Stop Oil Protestors?
Sporting events being intentionally disrupted by a group or an individual is nothing remotely unusual or new. Often sporting events are used as a platform to highlight a particular political, …
In What Sports Do Men & Women Compete Against Each Other Equally?
In the vast majority of sports, men and women do not compete against one another directly and equally. By and large, this is because sports tend to be physical, indeed …
Can Two Athletes Share a Gold Medal at the Olympics?
One common aspect of sporting competitions is that they tend to produce one outright winner. No matter what the league or tournament, even in the most closely contested affairs, there …
What Is Pigeon Racing & Can You Bet On It?
For many of us, pigeons are simply birds that litter our city centre on the prowl for half-eaten chips or anything else they can get their beak around. As they …
What Happened to the BDO & Why Did It Collapse?
In September 2020, the BDO (or British Darts Organisation) went into administration. That brought to an end a period of almost 50 years during which it had been one of …
What Are the Slowest Ever London Marathon Times?
Founded in 1981, the London Marathon is a world-famous race that attracts hundreds of thousands of hopeful applicants each year. Welcoming runners from across the spectrum, with elite athletes right …
Weirdest Olympic Sports: Pistol Duelling, Ski Ballet & Even Town Planning Were Once at the Olympics
For many athletes, the Olympics is the ultimate competition one can participate in, unrivalled by no other. After years of dedication to their craft, sporting stars find themselves with the …
Weirdest Competitive Races in Sport
Races come in all shapes, sizes and forms. To some the word conjures up Usain Bolt or Dina Asher-Smith, others may think of Mo Farah, whilst others may instantly imagine …
What Is the Most Dangerous Formula 1 Track?
Danger and risk are part of everyday life and whether you are BASE jumping, crossing the road, taking a helicopter flight over Niagara Falls or just going for a jog …