In Ireland, a case of blatant racism has come to light, where a Black school girl was left out of a medal ceremony at a Gymnastics event. A video of the event, which actually dates back to March 2022, has gone viral on social media, and more than a year after the incident Gymnastics Ireland has issued a written apology to the girl.

Viral video shows moment young black gymnast faces racism, Simone Biles says it 'broke my heart'

British motorsports racing driver Lewis Hamilton has called for action after three-time world champion Nelson Piquet used racially abusive language when speaking about him. Brazilian Piquet who won three titles in the 1980s used the racist term in a podcast last year but which was only released publicly on Monday night.

Racism in Sport: Lewis Hamilton demands action after three time F1 champion Nelson Piquet's slur

A man who racially abused West Bromwich Albion midfielder Romaine Sawyers online received an eight-week prison sentence on Thursday. Simon Silwood, 50, targeted Sawyers after West Bromwich lost 5-0 to Manchester City in an English Premier League match in January.

Man jailed for racially abusing West Bromwich player

Prosecutors have opened an investigation into alleged racist chants by Lazio supporters directed at AC Milan midfielders Tiemoue Bakayoko and Franck Kessie last weekend, the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) said on Friday.

Investigation launched into alleged racist chants from Lazio fans

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Television commentators praise players with lighter skin as more intelligent and hardworking than those with darker skin, showed a study here by Danish firm RunRepeat in association with the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA).

English TV commentary across leagues shows racial bias, study claims

Anti-racism movement and worldwide protests have been on demonstration since the killing of African-American George Floyd in Minneapolis on May 25. Many sportspersons have taken part in the ‘Black Lives Matter’ movement with several cricketers also opening up on racial discrimination in the world of sports.

Tino Best: England is a very racial place, never liked playing club cricket there

England pacer James Anderson opened up for the first time on racism in cricket as the iconic fast bowler said ‘the last few weeks have been thought-provoking’ for him.

'Have I turned a blind eye to things?' - England's James Anderson opines on racism

Former India opener Aakash Chopra has alleged that he was subjected to racism comments during his stint in England’s league cricket. Chopra, who once played for Marylebone Cricket Club in 2007, said he was called “Paki” during his stint in England.

'They were constantly calling me Paki' - Aakash Chopra says he faced racism in England

Michael Jordan said Friday he is making a record $100 million donation to groups fighting for racial equality and social justice amid a wave of protests across the United States.

NBA legend Jordan donating $100 million to social justice groups

Six-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has backed the anti-racism protestors who pulled down the statue of Edward Colston in Bristol while urging governments across the world to take similar action.

Lewis Hamilton backs anti-racism protestors who threw Edward Colston's statue in the river, says 'he must not be celebrated'

The world may be battling the coronavirus pandemic on various fronts but for English footballer Raheem Sterling, the only disease prevalent currently is racism. The murder of George Floyd has seen the leading names in world sport unite to demand respect, and change is underway with American football body NFL apologising for not listening to players on racism.

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