Tag: Athletics and Sports

Iranian Climber Elnaz Rekabi Is Welcomed by Crowds in Tehran

Elnaz Rekabi, whose appearance without a head scarf at an event in Seoul raised fears about her future, was welcomed home by crowds in Tehran. Her motivations, and her fate, however, remain unclear.

Iranian Climber Elnaz Rekabi Competes Without Hijab, Sparking Fear

Elnaz Rekabi flew back to Iran on Tuesday after competing in an international climbing competition without her hijab — breaching the Islamic Republic’s rules for women athletes.

What to Know About the New NBA Season

Much of the conversation around the league the past few months hasn’t been about basketball.

Boston Celtics Coach Ime Udoka Rose Fast and Fell Hard

Weeks after the Celtics abruptly suspended Udoka for the season, it’s still not entirely clear why. Some who have known him are struggling to make sense of the situation.