Sports

Five rising stars to watch this season: Marvin Harrison Jr., Victor Wembanyama, Jackson Holliday, Endrick and Jannik Sinner, and what makes each special.

A roundup of sports headlines across boxing, basketball, football and more, including Oleksandr Usyk's praise for unbeaten light heavyweight Daniel Lapin.

What adventure racing is: a multi-sport test of navigation, trekking, biking and paddling, its history, why it is growing and what the future holds.

How mountaineering has changed: early exploration, the golden age of alpinism, national expeditions, commercial climbing and modern gear and technology.

The best surfing spots in the world, from Pipeline in Hawaii and Jeffreys Bay to Uluwatu, Teahupo'o and Australia's Gold Coast, and who each suits.

Why skydiving and bungee jumping are booming: the thrill factor, social media and adventure travel, bucket-list goals, better safety and conquering fear.

The role of sports in education: health and well-being, academic and cognitive benefits, social skills, discipline and time management, and confidence.

How politics and sports intersect: historical examples, nationalism and diplomacy, athlete activism for social justice, and government sports policy.

How sports help young people develop: physical health, mental and emotional growth, social skills, discipline and benefits for school and future careers.

Gender equality in professional sports: pay gaps, media coverage and opportunity issues, the progress made so far and steps toward a level playing field.