Player Safety
WTA probes Peyton Stearns' coach over misconduct claims
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The Women's Tennis Association is investigating allegations of misconduct against Rafael Font de Mora, the coach of American player Peyton Stearns, following complaints from former player Pam Shriver and an anonymous ex-pro. The concerns, raised during the 2026 Australian Open, center on Font de Mora's past relationships and coaching methods with young players. Shriver, a longtime advocate for player safety, filed reports with the WTA and U.S. Center for SafeSport after spotting him in Melbourne.
Indonesian national team goalkeeper Emil Audero was hit by a flare thrown by Inter Milan supporters during the match against Cremonese, drawing strong condemnation from club CEO Giuseppe Marotta. The game was briefly halted, but Audero continued without serious injury. The incident recalls a dark history of similar attacks in Italian football.
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Xbox has revealed an updated set of principles aimed at enhancing player safety, building on a partnership with Nintendo and Sony's PlayStation that began in late 2020. The revisions incorporate new technological advancements and collaborative efforts across the industry. These guidelines are divided into categories focused on prevention, partnership, and responsibility.
Kansas City Chiefs special teams coach Dave Toub sharply rebuked President Donald Trump's recent criticism of the NFL's new dynamic kickoff rules. Toub stated that Trump lacks understanding of the rule changes aimed at improving safety. The league reports a 43% reduction in kickoff concussions since implementation.
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The NFL sent a memo to teams reminding them of its efforts to limit prop bets amid rising gambling controversies in other sports. The league prohibits certain types of wagers to avoid integrity issues seen in MLB and NBA.