Serena Williams has announced that she is withdrawing from the 2021 US Open. 

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Sha’Carri Richard‘s grand return to the race track did not deliver today.

Quite the contrary.

For, the headline-grabbing sprinter is once again at the center of conversation – this time for placing last in her comeback appearance.

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OnlyFans is pivoting away from porn and the move may leave a number of its top performers worse for wear.

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Simone Biles is back!

Shortly after announcing her return to the Tokyo Olympics, she has just claimed another medal.

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Simone Biles‘ journey at the Tokyo Olympics isn’t over yet.

For, after withdrawing from four events last week citing mental health issues, the 24-year-old has been confirmed to return to competition this week.

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Simone Biles has spoken up and out about her shock exit from the women’s team final at Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

The 24-year-old, who is the most successful female gymnast in US history, left jars ajar when she landed the lowest score on the vault in her Olympics career during the vault exercise. Shortly after, her formal exit was announced.

Now, she explaining the rationale for the decision in her own words.

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In a shocking move, US gymnast Simone Biles has pulled out of the women’s team final at Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

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The Notting Hill Carnival may be on hiatus this year due to the effects of the global health crisis, but organizers have announced that a series of events that will ensure the spirit of the world-renowned extravaganza resonates all summer long.

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In news just in, it has been announced US athlete Sha’Carri Richardson will miss the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo in its entirety.

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Global sprinting sensation Sha’Carri Richardson raced atop headlines after reports she accepted a one-month suspension from the forthcoming Tokyo Olympics after testing positive for marijuana use (as we reported here).

Embroiled in controversy, the incident’s caused quite the debate on social media with many users calling the reprimand an exaggerated punishment as the drug has been decriminalized in many parts of the United States.  Nevertheless, the 21-year-old took to NBC’s ‘Today Show’ Friday (July 2) to discuss the matter.

“I just want to take responsibility for my actions, I know what I did,” she said during the virtual interview. “I know what I’m supposed to do and what I’m allowed not to do, and I still made that decision. But I’m not making an excuse or looking for any empathy in my case.”

Despite the polarization on the topic, Richardson’s supporters have minced no words about their support of the embattled track star.  Among those standing by her side?  Sportswear giant Nike.

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It’s not a good week to be Sha’Carri Richardson.

The famous sprinter, who has seemingly become a global sensation overnight for her history-making runs, was expected to be a shining star at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.  Her popularity, characterized in part by her athleticism as well as flamboyant personal style (i.e. hair & nails), has even drawn comparisons to the legendary Florence Joyner (FloJo).

However, after testing positive for marijuana use during a recent routine drug screening, Richardson was suspended from the U.S. Olympic team and barred from running her signature race in Tokyo.

The news marks only the beginning of a controversial period for Richardson.

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In news just in, Derek Chauvin has been sentenced to 22 and a half years for murdering unarmed Black man George Floyd.

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