As one swimmer named Everett struggled to finish his 400m medley race in the Gay Games at Cleveland State, the crowd could not have been more supportive.
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The Gay Games in 2030 now has 10 cities bidding to host, including Denver and Vancouver, as well as three cities in Australia.
By Jon Holmes | May 3, 2024The long list of prospective bidders has been announced, with contenders from six continents asking the Federation for Gay Games for information.
By Jon Holmes | January 10, 2024There was uncertainty and discord in the lead-up to Asia’s first-ever LGBTQ-inclusive multisports event. But after a smooth Games, optimism abounds.
By Jon Holmes | November 17, 2023Gay Games Hong Kong organizers say their event will not advocate for LGBTQ rights.
By Cyd Zeigler | November 3, 2023Amid strong criticism and security concerns, Joanie Evans says the Hong Kong Gay Games can make a difference for LGBTQ people living across Asia.
By Jon Holmes | November 2, 2023GGHK organizers insist they will “comply with all laws” in response to statement about venues issued by city officials; first Gay Games began on Aug. 28, 1982.
By Jon Holmes | August 28, 2023Even facing a long road back to game action, Hendriks is a credit to baseball. Plus: Thirst Trap of the Week pays tribute to an all time great.
By Ken Schultz | May 3, 2024Amber Roze McCormick, who stepped away from wrestling in January, made her gender transition announcement over the weekend.
By Brian C. Bell | May 3, 2024Marta is considered the greatest female soccer player of all time. She is ending her run with Brazil in 2024.
By Cyd Zeigler | May 3, 2024The WNBA star opens up about her ordeal in Russia and what being gay in a homophobic society was like.
By Jim Buzinski | May 3, 2024As Daria Kasatkina gives an optimistic outlook on the WTA Finals in Riyadh, tennis fans have been learning about the plight of Saudi activist Manahel al-Otaibi.
By Jon Holmes | May 3, 2024Ryan Garcia tested positive for a banned substance before saying something stupid about being gay. Did he just come out?
By Cyd Zeigler | May 2, 2024The protest against trans middle school athlete Becky Pepper-Jackson heads into court for reasons procedural and seemingly political.
By Karleigh Webb | May 2, 2024Rob Kearney can lift prodigious amounts of weight. But his biggest success has been as an advocate for LGBTQ athletes.
By Jim Buzinski | May 2, 2024Jeremy Finlayson used an anti-gay slur and was suspended from the AFL. He's talking openly about what he's learned since.
By Cyd Zeigler | May 1, 2024Jon Cooper of the Tampa Bay Lightning took issue with calls against his team in a loss to the Florida Panthers. He explained his comment.
By Cyd Zeigler | May 1, 2024The All-American gymnast saw the Movember campaign as a chance to raise awareness of a serious health issue and also expand his portfolio.
By Jim Buzinski | April 30, 2024As a player, Sue Bird helped Seattle to four WNBA championships. Now she's looking to win her first as a co-owner.
By Ken Schultz | April 30, 2024