<< Steve PENNY, the president and chief executive of USA Gymnastics has resigned in the wake of the federation's handling of sexual abuse allegations concerning a former team doctor. Steve Penny's exit follows allegations the organisation had turned a blind eye to claims of sexual misconduct.
The Indianapolis Star newspaper claims "at least" 368 American gymnasts have made allegations of sexual abuse. "It has been heartbreaking to learn of instances of abuse," said Penny. "It...

British Olympic Champion Max WHITLOCK has announced that he is targeting the 2017 World Championships as his main goal for this year as he works on returning to competitive action following his historic performances in Rio. Max has only recently returned to full time training and is focused on upgrading and fine-tuning his routines to continue to challenge the World’s best gymnasts in this new Olympic cycle. He has taken the decision to stagger his return to major Championship...