Sports journalists share fears Covid-19 cuts could be permanent as industry weakened
Among journalists, those covering sport have been some of the hardest hit by the coronavirus (Covid-19) as matches and tournaments…
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Double honours for Guardian’s Marina Hyde as female winners make history at sports journalism awards
The Guardian’s Marina Hyde has been named sports writer and sports columnist of the year at the 2019 British Sports…
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Press agency Sportsbeat launches free women’s sports news wire
Press agency Sportsbeat has launched a dedicated women’s sports wire to meet an “increasing appetite” for coverage. The daily “Her…
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The Athletic launches in the UK with focus on ‘local’ coverage of Premier League football teams
Rumours have swirled around The Athletic’s UK launch since football writers up and down the country began handing in their…
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Times appoints new head of sport as Tim Hallissey steps down after 24 years
The Times has appointed Les Snowdon as its new head of sport following the departure of Tim Hallissey after 24…
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Earlier print deadlines for JPI Media regional dailies could see match reports missed out
JPI Media plans to bring forward the deadlines of six print dailies, meaning some titles may not be able to…
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Telegraph launches dedicated women’s sport section with four editorial hires and monthly print supplement
The Telegraph has launched a new dedicated women’s sport section with four new staff hires and a monthly print supplement.…
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Hugh McIlvanney dubbed ‘one of the true greats of sports writing’ after death aged 84
Tributes have been paid to the late sports journalist Hugh McIlvanney, who has died at the age of 84. Over…
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