Sport · Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Women's Rugby: 1189 Online Abuses During 2025 World Cup
World Rugby documents a surge in toxic comments targeting players and referees despite increased media visibility.
By Editorial team
World Rugby has published an alarming report following the 2025 women's World Cup held in England. The study reveals 1189 abusive posts targeting players and referees, ranging from body shaming to transphobia. This increase contrasts with the positive growth in media coverage of the event, highlighting the persistent challenges women's sport faces from online harassers.