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In a groundbreaking move, the Paris 2024 Olympic village will feature a dedicated children’s nursery, addressing a long-standing challenge for Olympian mothers. Recognizing the under-resourced and underfunded experiences of women athletes during family planning and motherhood, a group of equity-seeking Olympians have founded MOMentum, an online platform providing comprehensive resources and support for athletes navigating pregnancy, postpartum recovery, egg freezing, IVF, carding policy updates, and legal assistance. This initiative aims to normalize women’s health conversations, empower athletes with peer-to-peer connections, and advocate for equitable support across the board. By raising funds for grants, MOMentum aims to alleviate financial barriers and support athletes in balancing their athletic endeavors with their roles as mothers.

Prepare for a draft surprise as Virginia’s Malik Washington emerges from the shadows to challenge expectations. Despite his modest height, he has consistently delivered stellar performances throughout his college career, proving that size alone does not define a player’s capabilities.

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra acknowledges the challenges faced by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the ongoing IPL 2024 after a dismal start with only one victory in eight matches. However, Chopra emphasizes the team’s resilience and loyal fanbase, expressing confidence that they can still stage a comeback. The Bengaluru-based franchise is currently languishing at the bottom of the points table, but Chopra believes they have the determination and know-how to turn things around. Meanwhile, RCB will face a formidable opponent in the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the second round of the South Indian derby, with Hyderabad enjoying a strong start to the season.

Former Zimbabwe cricketer Guy Whittall has narrowly escaped death once again after battling a leopard alongside his loyal dog, Chikara. The incident occurred while Whittall was trekking through a conservancy in Zimbabwe, where he was accompanied by Chikara. The leopard attacked Whittall, leaving him severely injured and in need of emergency surgery. Chikara bravely intervened, saving Whittall’s life and sustaining injuries in the process.

Jamie Carragher has raised concerns about Darwin Nunez’s future at Liverpool after the striker’s poor performance in the 2-0 defeat to Everton. Nunez missed a glorious chance to equalize in the first half, leaving Carragher to question his finishing ability and whether he is the right man to lead Liverpool’s attack. Carragher believes that Liverpool may need to consider other options in attack, despite Nunez’s promising start to the season.

Former Arsenal and Real Madrid star Mesut Ozil has undergone a remarkable physical transformation since retiring from professional football. Ozil has bulked up considerably, leading to speculation that he is trying to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo. Ozil’s former Germany teammate Mario Gomez suggested that the midfielder may be seeking fulfillment in the gym after a successful playing career.

Nottingham Forest will engage in discussions with Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) Chief Howard Webb this week, where they will review the controversial VAR decisions made during their defeat to Everton. Forest was incensed by the officiating of referee Anthony Taylor and VAR official Stuart Atwell, particularly with regard to three penalty appeals involving Ashley Young. According to the Daily Mail, PGMOL protocol allows clubs to request access to VAR audio, and Webb will present the recordings to Forest officials ahead of Sunday’s match against Manchester City. The meeting will be attended by Evangelos Marinakis or Sokratis Kominakis, who represent Forest’s ownership group. Forest has drawn criticism for their statement following the Everton loss, in which they questioned the appointment of Atwell, who supports Luton Town, implying that PGMOL could have avoided the situation. Despite Forest’s request, PGMOL has declined to make the VAR audio public, but one of the decisions is expected to be featured in the upcoming ‘Match Officials: Mic’d Up’ program. Forest may face consequences from the Football Association due to comments made by Nuno Espirito Santo, Neco Williams, and the club’s refereeing consultant, Mark Clattenburg, which appeared to question Atwell’s integrity.

As the 2024 NFL Draft approaches, speculation about potential trades intensifies. Since 2019, numerous first-round picks have been traded, including five within the top 10. To help navigate the complexities of these transactions, the PFF draft value chart offers invaluable insights. It assigns a numerical value to each draft pick, representing the expected four-year PFF WAR (Wins Above Replacement) value of a player selected in that position. This data empowers individuals to assess trades effectively, identifying teams that overpay or secure the more favorable outcome.

AB de Villiers has slammed Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) decision to release Yuzvendra Chahal. Chahal recently etched his name into IPL history by becoming the first bowler to claim 200 wickets in the tournament, a milestone he achieved by dismissing Mumbai Indians’ Mohammad Nabi. De Villiers, who shared the RCB dressing room with Chahal, described the spinner’s departure from the franchise as ‘heartbreaking’. Chahal, a key member of RCB’s squad, formed close bonds with both de Villiers and Virat Kohli both on and off the field. Despite his departure from the team, Chahal remains RCB’s leading wicket-taker, having claimed 139 wickets in 113 matches at an economy rate of 7.58.

Ahead of their clash in IPL 2024, both Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have outlined their strategies. RCB’s Will Jacks emphasized their plan to bat first and pressure SRH by dismissing their in-form openers early on.