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

Two-time Grand Slam champion and the world’s highest-paid sportswoman, Naomi Osaka, who has faced backlash on social media after stepping up in her support to Black Lives Matter protests, has said that voices of elite athletes can be more influential than those of politicians while adding that she wants to use her platform to facilitate change.

'Being silent is never the answer' - Naomi Osaka strengthens support for Black Lives Matter after being told to ‘stay in her lane’

West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo has expressed his sadness over racism across the world. While the issue of racism has plagued the society for years, the killing of American-African man – George Floyd – under custody by a policeman in Minneapolis sparked outrage which turned into protests worldwide.

We just want respect, equality: West Indies star Dwayne Bravo speaks up against racism

sports-racism

Sports Racism, News on Sports Racism, stories on Sports Racism, articles on Sports Racism, Sports Racism stories at Wion, Sports Racism news, Sports Racism latest news

sports racism

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

'Being silent is never the answer' - Naomi Osaka strengthens support for Black Lives Matter after being told to ‘stay in her lane’

We just want respect, equality: West Indies star Dwayne Bravo speaks up against racism