George Floyd

Ebony Rainford-Brent feared video on racism was "going to tank"
The 37-year-old has been made an MBE for services to cricket and charity.
22:52

FA chief: 'Online trolls must face real world consequences'
Edleen John was one of the key speakers at a virtual event on Tuesday to discuss online abuse in football.
May 25, 20:21

UEFA launches new campaign in fight against discrimination
Sporting bodies have marked the anniversary of George Floyd's death by reaffirming a commitment to tackling racism.
May 25, 10:51

Lewis Hamilton welcomes George Floyd murder verdict
Former police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and manslaughter following a three-week trial.
Apr 21, 10:31

Sky News to launch channel for coverage of George Floyd trial
Sky News is to launch a pop-up channel for coverage of the trial of the murder of George Floyd.
Mar 26, 19:43

Court TV to launch on Freeview
Court TV is to launch on Freeview next week ahead of the murder trial of George Floyd.
Feb 10, 06:20

Anthony Joshua will not take the knee ahead of Pulev bout
The world heavyweight champion attended a Black Lives Matter march in June.
Dec 11, 18:11

Millwall players to link arms rather than take a knee in QPR game
Millwall fans booed players taking a knee ahead of Saturday's game with Derby.
Dec 7, 22:44

Chorus of boos ring out as Millwall take knee in front of fans
Millwall's squad issued a statement on Friday underlining their support for the fight against all forms of discrimination.
Dec 5, 16:52

Tyler Adams reveals plans for USA anti-racism protest ahead of Wales clash
The death of George Floyd in May sparked anti-racism protests against the USA and the world.
Nov 10, 11:14

Alesha Dixon hits back over Britain's Got Talent complaints
Alesha Dixon invites viewers troubled by Diversity's performance on Britain's Got Talent to 'kiss her black ass'.
Sep 11, 09:37

US Open roundup: Naomi Osaka overcomes Shelby Rogers in quarter-finals
Naomi Osaka defeated Serena Williams in an acrimonious encounter two years ago in New York.
Sep 9, 08:48

Britain's Got Talent draws 1,121 complaints after Black Lives Matter routine
Saturday's episode of Britain's Got Talent prompted more than 1,000 complaints to TV regulator Ofcom after a performance from Diversity inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement.
Sep 7, 17:46

Diversity to perform George Floyd tribute on Britain's Got Talent
Diversity will perform a special George Floyd-inspired routine on tonight's first semi-final of Britain's Got Talent.
Sep 5, 16:48

Bottas unhappy with Mercedes' black overalls
Valtteri Bottas is not happy with Mercedes' new black overalls for 2020.
Aug 18, 07:54

Court TV to relaunch in UK?
Court TV, a US channel broadcasting live courtroom proceedings, appears to be gearing up for a relaunch in the UK.
Aug 13, 02:15

F1 should not be involved in 'racism or politics' - Ecclestone
Formula 1 should not be involved "in racism or politics in general", according to the sport's former chief executive Bernie Ecclestone.
Jul 31, 08:25

Clara Amfo 'in talks for Strictly Come Dancing'
The BBC is reportedly hopeful of convincing Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo to sign up for Strictly Come Dancing.
Jul 18, 18:12

Thursday's Formula 1 news roundup: Lewis Hamilton, Michael Schumacher, Alexander Albon
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest Formula 1 news on Thursday, July 2.
Jul 2, 11:37

The big questions ahead of the new Formula One season
Old and new faces return as the sport gets back on track.
Jul 1, 12:20

The Office removes scene featuring blackface
The Office showrunner Greg Daniels decides to edit a season nine episode which featured the use of blackface.
Jun 27, 13:16

Lewis Hamilton brands Bernie Ecclestone comments "ignorant and uneducated"
Six-time world champion spoke out on social media.
Jun 27, 11:37

Madonna brands Donald Trump a "Nazi" and "sociopath"
Madonna launches a fierce attack on US President Donald Trump, branding him a "Nazi", a "sociopath" and a "white supremacist pig".
Jun 25, 05:14

Aston Villa, Sheffield United players take knee on opening whistle of PL game
Aston Villa and Sheffield United take a knee on the opening whistle of their Premier League game to show their support to the 'Black Lives Matter' campaign.
Jun 17, 18:15

John Cleese criticises "stupid" Fawlty Towers removal
John Cleese slams the decision to axe an iconic episode of Fawlty Towers as "stupid".
Jun 13, 09:15

Gavin & Stacey in danger of being removed?
Some viewers call on the BBC to remove Gavin & Stacey from iPlayer, alleging that the comedy is racist.
Jun 12, 10:33

Fawlty Towers episode 'The Germans' pulled by UKTV
UKTV removes the infamous 'The Germans' episode of classic comedy Fawlty Towers due to concerns over its "racial slurs".
Jun 12, 08:17

Ant and Dec apologise for blackface sketches on Saturday Night Takeaway
Ant and Dec issue an apology for previous use of blackface in sketches for Saturday Night Takeaway.
Jun 11, 09:50

Channel 4 pulls Bo' Selecta after Leigh Francis apology
Channel 4 removes Bo' Selecta! from its on-demand service after Leigh Francis apologises for using blackface in the show.
Jun 10, 14:16

Netflix pulls Chris Lilley shows amid BLM movement
Netflix pulls all of Chris Lilley's series from its streaming service due to concerns over the use of blackface in some of his sketches.
Jun 10, 13:23

Gareth Southgate talks up importance of BAME candidates getting opportunities
A number of people have spoken out about the lack of opportunities in football for people from a BAME background, with Raheem Sterling a leading voice.
Jun 9, 23:11

Hollyoaks to investigate after Rachel Adedeji reports racism on set
Hollyoaks launch an investigation after cast member Rachel Adedeji alleges that she has experienced racism during her time on the soap.
Jun 6, 21:53

Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 5
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the world of sport.
Jun 5, 23:39

Michael Jordan and his brand pledge $100m in fight for racial equality
The announcement comes after several days of protests in the United States and further afield following the death of George Floyd.
Jun 5, 22:29

Glee star Iqbal Theba: 'I was never mistreated by Lea Michele'
Glee star Iqbal Theba comes to the defence of Lea Michele amid accusations of behind-the-scenes bad behaviour.
Jun 5, 10:44

George Floyd death: England defender Tyrone Mings joins in Birmingham protest
Aston Villa defender Tyrone Mings joins thousands of protestors marching in Birmingham against the death of George Floyd.
Jun 4, 22:26

Meghan Markle: "George Floyd's life mattered"
Meghan Markle addresses students at a Los Angeles high school in a video message amid the unrest caused by the death of George Floyd.
Jun 4, 20:20

Football must no longer ignore the problem of racism, both on and off the pitch
Sports Mole takes a look at how football must change to tackle racism, both on and off the field.
Jun 3, 14:31

Zayn Malik "deeply saddened" by George Floyd death
Ex-One Direction singer Zayn Malik posts a statement condemning "racism, ignorance and arrogance" following the death of George Floyd.
Jun 3, 08:55

George Floyd death: FIFA president insists protests deserve applause not punishment
England international Jadon Sancho was booked after revealing a 'Justice For George Floyd' message in the Bundesliga on Sunday.
Jun 2, 23:09
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