Society ❯ Gender Equality ❯ Women in Sports

Athletic Achievements

Role Models Cultural Impact Role Models in Sports Recognition of Female Athletes Inspiration Inspiration for Young Girls Empowerment through Sports Professional Contracts Support for Mothers Historical Milestones Olympic Records Kabaddi World Cup Paralympic History Cecilia Zandalasini Empowerment

Bencic and Svitolina Become First Mothers Ranked in WTA Top 10 at the Same Time

The WTA points to strengthened maternity policies that help players return to competition without sacrificing ranking access.

Pauline Ferrand-Prévot Becomes First Frenchwoman to Win Tour de France Femmes

Faith Kipyegon Runs Fastest Unofficial Women's Mile, Vows Renewed Sub-Four Push