World Athletics Archives - Female In Sports

AFI SRY Gene Test Rule Explained: What India’s New 2027 Athletics Policy Means

The Athletics Federation of India’s latest decision could mark a significant shift in how eligibility is administered across Indian athletics. From 2027,…

September 23, 2026

Women Athletics News

Tanya Chaudhary Breaks India Hammer Throw Record Ahead of Asian Games 2026

Three months ago, Anushka Yadav had taken ownership of India's women's hammer throw record and, in the process, given her training partner…

September 13, 2026

Women Sports News

UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships 2026: Schedule, Venue, Classes and Medal Table

The UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships, organised by the Union Cycliste Internationale, are the world championships for road cycling, where athletes with…

September 2, 2026

Women Athletics News

World Athletics Ultimate Championship 2026: How the New ‘Best of the Best’ Event Will Work

The World Athletics Ultimate Championship is a new, upcoming biennial track and field invitational to be held by World Athletics. The idea…

September 1, 2026

Women Sports News

Tanya Chaudhary Wins Hammer Throw Gold in Panchkula Ahead of Anushka Yadav

Tanya Chaudhary’s latest gold medal in Panchkula may not have come with a national record or a spectacular personal best, but it…

August 27, 2026

Women Athletics News

World Athletics U20 Championships 2026: India Women’s Squad, Schedule and Live Streaming

The World Athletics U20 Championships 2026 will be held from August 5-9, 2026, at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, USA. This will…

August 5, 2026

Women Sports News

Who Is Parul Chaudhary? What’s Her Double Glory Aim at Commonwealth Games 2026

Great championships often demand difficult choices. Athletes frequently specialise, sacrificing one event to maximise their chances in another. Parul Chaudhary has chosen…

July 24, 2026

Women Sports News

Athletics Federation of India Introduces Compulsory SRY Test for Women Athletes

The World Athletics (WA) introduced the SRY Gene Test for athletes wishing to compete in the female category during the Tokyo World…

June 19, 2026

Women Athletics News

World Athletics Launches CARES Project to Support Pregnant Athletes and Mothers

The governing body has launched this project to explore pregnancy, childbirth, and return to sport for female athletes. The CARES project (Childbirth…

June 19, 2026

Women Sports News

AFI Enforces Biological Sex Verification for Women Athletes Ahead of 2026 Season

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has released some updated guidelines on the SRY Gene Test. The test is mandatory for female…

February 20, 2026