Sports
"Athletes wanna be rappers, rappers want to be athletes."
These Black female athletes are sparking needed conversations in the world of sports.
A card featuring Larry Bird, Magic Johnson and Dr. J in action is set to take in $500,000 and possibly more in an online auction taking place.
USA Basketball men's team coach Gregg Popovich complimented Bradley Beal's size by referring to him as "thick" and #NBATwitter is having a field day.
Adam Silver put on his cape to save Rachel Nichols.
And the margin is wide.
The Richardson and ESPN controversies were just two of the many-layered stories that emerged in the world of sports this week, where Black women are routinely targeted for their flair, athleticism, and ability.
Richardson was originally suspended for the 100-meter race in Tokyo over a failed drug test. Now America's fastest female sprinter won't run in Tokyo at all.
Twitter was not feeling Rachel Nichols' weak apology to Maria Taylor.
The Olympics hasn't even started yet, and its anti-blackness is on full display.
In a statement of support, Nike stands by track runner Sha’Carri Richardson following failed drug test and disqualification from the Olympics.
The Dallas native was set to become the first American since Gail Devers in 1996 to win the 100m at the Olympics.