People in the Sports Business

The Olympic Games are not only a competition for the best sporting performances - they are also a picture of society. In past competitions they have become a reflection of growing openness and tolerance - LGBTQ+ got more visibility through the Olympics. These are the most diverse athletes.

More women are competing in the Tokyo Olympics than ever before. We present you the nine strongest women, who not only shine through their athletic feats.

Learn everything about the athlete who is not only an Olympic athlete but also an activist for the LGBT and Black Lives Matter movement.

Our weekly dose of colourful, beautiful and humorous news from the world of sports.

Our weekly dose of inspiring and interesting facts from the world of sport.

The hottest gold contender in US athletics at the Olympics is also impressive away from sport: e.g. in openly dealings with mental problems and with his commitment to Black Lives Matter.

The first active professional in American football to come out as gay and what else you should know about him.

The US-American has been the outstanding swimmer in the short distance for years. Learn more about the Olympic athlete in our listicle.