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Experts in Sport: Safeguarding and interpersonal abuse in sport – the development and potential impact of the IOC consensus statement

Last month, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) reaffirmed its commitment to safe sport by announcing the release of its third consensus statement on safeguarding and interpersonal violence in sport.
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Loughborough signs global partnership agreement to drive equality in sport

Loughborough University has agreed a landmark international partnership with The Global Observatory for Gender Equality & Sport (the GO) to drive the elevation of activities connected to women’s sport.
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Research reveals health risks caused by swimmers’ core body temperatures during open water competitions

A study led by Loughborough University has revealed divergent challenges caused by swimmers’ core body temperatures during elite open water swimming competitions.
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Kravchenko elected chair of IPC Athletes' Council

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Athlete’s Council has elected current Loughborough University PhD student Vladyslava Kravchenko as its new Chairperson.
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Loughborough Sport enters partnership with VALD

Loughborough Sport is delighted to announce a 12-month partnership with technology provider, VALD.
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Loughborough University to host England’s Futsal Euro 2026 qualifiers

England Futsal has partnered with Loughborough University to host the Men’s National Team’s home fixtures for the UEFA Euro 2026 Main Round Qualifiers.
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Experts in Sport: Cycling hour record: the science behind a successful attempt

Loughborough’s Experts in Sport podcast has returned with an in-depth episode looking at how colleagues from across the university came together to help current PhD student Axel Dopfer break the German cycling hour record.
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Former World, Commonwealth and European champion named Loughborough’s new Head of Sprints and Hurdles

Dai Greene, a World, European, Commonwealth and Diamond League Champion has been appointed Loughborough University’s new Head of Sprints and Hurdles.
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Loughborough University launches new Para and Disability Sport Strategy

Loughborough University has officially launched its new Para and Disability Sport Strategy – with opportunity sitting at its core.
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Loughborough University celebrates its incredible Paris success at the Kia Oval (VIDEO)

Loughborough University’s contribution to a remarkable summer of sport has been formally recognised at a celebration event held at The Kia Oval in London.
Pictured from the left is Richard Wheater, the University’s Director of Sport, Professor Jo Maher, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Sport, Penny Briscoe, Director of Sport for ParalympicsGB, Alasdair Donaldson, the University’s Head of Para Sport, Professor Nick Jennings, Loughborough’s Vice-Chancellor, and Professor Rachel Thomson, Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor.

ParalympicsGB and Loughborough University announce landmark strategic partnership

ParalympicsGB and Loughborough University have announced a landmark strategic partnership to drive forward innovation in Para Sport and champion disability inclusion across the sporting landscape.
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“When I crossed the line with the tape in my hands, I was like ‘wow, I’ve done it!’” – Cassandre Beaugrand reflects on Paris gold medal (VIDEO)

Cassandre Beaugrand’s gold in Paris will certainly live long in the memory.
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Loughborough close out Paris campaign with 35 medals

Loughborough-linked athletes capped an incredible summer of sport by bringing home 35 medals across both Paris games.
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Four reasons the UK should bid for the 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games

As the sun sets on the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, and we wait another four years for the Los Angeles games to begin, a simple question hangs in the air: should the UK consider a bid for the Olympics and Paralympics?

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Netherlands win Paralympic gold in thrilling wheelchair basketball final

Loughborough-linked Bo Kramer played an instrumental role as The Netherlands overcame the USA to win gold and claim back-to-back titles at the Paralympic Games.
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Okoh wins dramatic bronze on penultimate night of the Paralympics

Loughborough athlete Didi Okoh won an incredible bronze medal in the Women’s 100m T63 at the Paralympic Games.
Great Britain's Jonnie Peacock, Zachary Shaw, Ali Smith and Samantha Kinghorn celebrate silver in the 4x100m Universal Relay Final at the Stade de France

Arnold wins Paris bronze as Loughborough’s relay athletes claim silver

Hollie Arnold has won a third consecutive Paralympic Games medal after winning a brilliant bronze in the Women’s F46 Javelin at Paris 2024.
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Lakatos and Holl take Loughborough to 15 Paralympic medals

Loughborough-linked athletes have now won 15 medals at the 2024 Paralympic Games following two more glorious golds in Paris.
Great Britain's Olivia Broome celebrates winning the Bronze medal in the women's up to 50kg final at the Paralympic Games

Powerlifters land more Paralympic medals for Loughborough

Powerlifters Olivia Broome and Mark Swan both made the podium in their respective events to win more medals for Loughborough at the Paralympic Games.  
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Explainer: What is classification at the Paralympic Games? (VIDEO)

Classification is a major element in Para sport, but what does it actually mean?
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Holl and Newson claim double silver success in Paris

Loughborough-linked athletes Jenny Holl and Zoe Newson both won Paralympic silver medals for Great Britain on another fruitful day in France.
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Experts in Sport: Loughborough’s role in inspiring change in Para sport

With the 2024 Paralympic Games now well underway, it’s a crucial time to explore the evolving research landscape in Para and disability sport. 
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Shaw upgraded to T12 bronze at Paris 2024

Loughborough-linked Zac Shaw has been awarded the bronze medal in the Men’s T12 100m category following the disqualification of Turkey athlete Serkan Yildirim.
Great Britain's Megan Richter with her gold medal, Spain's Marta Frances Gomez with her silver medal and Great Britain's Hannah Moore with her bronze medal following the Women's PTS4 Para Triathlon at Pont Alexandre III on day five of the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games

Triathletes deliver Loughborough medal rush at the Paralympic Games

Loughborough-linked triathletes won gold, silver, and bronze medals across an incredible day at the Paralympic Games in Paris.
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More medals for Loughborough on electric day at the Paralympics

Loughborough-linked athletes continued their fine start to the Paralympic Games after winning both gold and silver medals on day four in Paris.