Simone Biles and the dangers of the ‘superhuman’ narrative at the Olympic Games
Anna Noble discusses the media pressure surrounding Simone Biles and her withdrawal from the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
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Sport
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Why it’s time to watch the 2. Bundesliga
Sports Editor George Simms encourages Palatinate readers to dive into the murky depths of Germany’s 2. Bundesliga.
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Durham Women FC confirm new partnership with the Plastic Furniture Company
Durham Women FC have announced an exciting sponsorship deal ahead of the new season.
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Durham alumnus Angus Groom bags Olympic rowing silver
Two Durham alumni competed in the Olympic rowing early this morning, with Angus Groom collecting silver in the men’s quadruple sculls.
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It takes two to tango at Silverstone: the British Grand Prix
Dhevina Maaran assesses the recent British Grand Prix and the ongoing rivalry between Hamilton and Verstappen
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Durham Women FC sign international striker
Durham Women Football Club has signed Albanian international striker, Liz Ejupi. She joins following a spell with London City Lionesses.
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Record number of Durham stars going for gold in Tokyo Olympic Games
A record-breaking seven past and present Durham University students have been chosen to represent their respective home nations at the upcoming Tokyo Olympic Games.
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A tour of uncertainty: The Lions in South Africa
Mary Neale-Smith looks at the difficulties blighting the Lions’ tour of South Africa.
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Seven players who shone at Euro 2020
Tommy Isakson highlights seven players who shone on European football’s big stage this summer.
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Tennis’ “Big Three”: looking back on 60 Grand Slams
In the wake of Novak Djokovic reaching his 20th Grand Slam title, Megan Wilson reflects on the special achievements of him, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer.
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