F1 Academy news: Five things you need to know about Chinese F1 Academy Wild Card driver Shi Wei ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix
The inaugural race weekend of the 2025 F1 Academy season starts at the Shanghai International Circuit from March 21 to 23.
Chinese F1 Academy Wild Card driver Shi Wei will be joining the grid - for the Chinese GP only - to represent her racing talent in her homeland.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Ayla Vaughan will explain the top five things you need to know about Shi Wei, the first Chinese F1 Academy driver.
Chelsea’s first trophy under Sonia Bompastor keeps quadruple hopes alive
Sonia Bompastor's tenure at Chelsea has begun in triumphant fashion, as the Blues secured a 2-1 victory over Manchester City in the Women's League Cup final at Pride Park.
This hard-fought win not only marks Bompastor's first silverware with the club but also keeps Chelsea's aspirations for a historic quadruple well on track.
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035 - Could it be held on home soil?
Excitement is building over where the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be held.
With the bidding process underway, hopes are high that the tournament could make history in a way never seen before.
Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones explores whether the UK stands a real chance of bringing the World Cup home?
Women’s Tennis Association introduces paid maternity leave for players
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on a groundbreaking shift in women’s tennis, as the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) unveils a paid maternity leave initiative in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).
This move addresses a long-standing gap in professional sports, ensuring female players receive essential family planning support.
WSL news: A radical shift? The debate over relegation in the Women’s Super League
The Women’s Super League has undergone significant transformation in recent years, fueled by increased investment, media attention, and growing fan engagement.
Now, a major restructuring proposal could reshape the league’s future - one that involves scrapping relegation entirely.
But is this the right move?
Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones explores the potential impact of this controversial change.
Women’s Super League analysis: Man Utd v Leicester City key battles and prediction
We get as excited by the Women’s Super League as the English Premier League here at Sports News Blitz, and have taken on a new writer to cover Manchester United’s season.
Claudia Jones is doing a Sports Management degree at Loughborough University - but also plays the beautiful game, having represented Liverpool FC and Wales U17s and U19s.
She also does football coaching - but is now turning her hand to writing about the game she loves, and will be previewing Manchester United’s games on a weekly basis.
Here, she looks at five key battles on the pitch, and provides a prediction for the game.
76% of fans want more women’s football coverage, survey finds
A survey by international sports marketing agency Sportfive has revealed that 76 per cent of women’s football fans would like to see more coverage of the sport.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Coco Gauff celebrates Black History Month with hairstyle tribute to Williams sisters
In celebration of Black History Month, tennis superstar Coco Gauff is sporting a new hairstyle that pays tribute to the legendary Williams sisters.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Sports for Dummies: What is Korfball? The basic rules of a sport on the rise
Korfball? What the f**k is Korfball? That’s the standard response Sip Media Solutions’ digital marketing intern Michelle Erskine gets when she talks about the mix of Basketball and Netball.
She’s started to get quite annoyed by the fact no one knows what it is…she loves it, and plays it every week for Leeds Beckett University - and here, she gives us a dummies guide to Korfball.
England Women face crucial test against Portugal in Nations League
As the clock ticks down to England's UEFA Women's Nations League opener against Portugal tonight - Friday, February 21 - the Lionesses find themselves at a pivotal point.
After a year marked by inconsistent performances and key player injuries, this match isn't just about points - it's about setting the tone for their European title defence this summer.
BBC to broadcast Premiership Women’s Rugby matches in lead-up to home World Cup
BBC coverage of Premiership Women’s Rugby is set to increase this year, providing fans with more exposure to elite women’s rugby ahead of the Women’s Rugby World Cup.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Unrivaled one of the most successful start-up leagues in women’s sport history
Unrivaled is making significant strides in women’s basketball, with fans and investors alike displaying a shared interest in the one of the most equitable leagues in professional sports.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya analyses the new tournament’s success.
F1 Academy news: Tina Hausmann stays with Aston Martin for the 2025 season
Aston Martin and PREMA Racing have announced their continued partnership with Tina Hausmann into the 2025 F1 Academy season.
She becomes the thirteenth confirmed driver set to compete in the Formula 1-backed feeder series for the 2025 season.
Publicis Media launch dedicated investment unit for women’s sport
Publicis Media have announced the launch of an investment unit dedicated to women’s sport within its Publicis Sports agency.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Nike airs first Super Bowl commercial in 27 years and it features top women athletes
For the first time since 1998, Nike aired a commercial during the Super Bowl, and it featured a number of top women athletes.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Chelsea news: Chelsea Women set for four consecutive clashes against Man City in March
Six months into the 2024/25 season, Chelsea remain unbeaten across all competitions.
March will be a defining month for the reigning Women’s Super League (WSL) champions, as they compete in the UEFA Women’s Champions League (UWCL) quarter-finals and the League Cup final.
F1 Academy news: 2025 grid expands as Maya Weug returns with Ferrari and Aurelia Nobels stays with PUMA
2025 is off to a strong start for women in motorsports, with PUMA and Ferrari reaffirming their long-term commitment to Aurelia Nobels and Maya Weug, respectively.
Both drivers, who raced under these partnerships in 2024, will continue their journeys with PUMA and Ferrari in the 2025 F1 Academy season.
With drivers only eligible to compete in F1 Academy for two seasons, these continued partnerships are even more significant, ensuring that talent isn’t just developed but supported beyond their time in the series.
As members of the Ferrari Driver Academy, their continued backing sends a clear message to the wider motorsport community - women in motorsports deserve long-term support to break through in a male-dominated industry.
Sponsorship of women’s sport grew 22 per cent in 2024, Deloitte says
A report by Deloitte has revealed that sponsorship of professional women’s sport leagues, teams, and athletes grew 22 per cent year-on-year in 2024.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya looks into the story.
Tennis news: Madison Keys wins first-ever Grand Slam title at Australian Open
US tennis player Madison Keys won her first-ever Grand Slam title on Saturday when she defeated two-time defending champion and world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka in the 2025 Australian Open final.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
NCAA to pay women’s college basketball teams from 2025
In a historic move aimed at closing the wage gap between men and women in college basketball, the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) Board of Governors unanimously voted for the establishment of an equitable pay structure for women’s teams.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.