About
Molly McElwee is an award-winning sports journalist specializing in tennis, football, and women's sports. She has contributed to major publications including The Guardian, The Observer, and The Daily Telegraph. Molly is the host of the podcast Off The Bench, where she interviews extraordinary women athletes, coaches, and leaders in sport. Her upcoming book, Building Champions: Paths to Success in Women's Tennis, featuring a foreword by Billie Jean King, explores the diverse stories of Grand Slam champions from 2000 to 2024. Molly also writes a weekly newsletter, But Do You Actually Like Sport?, offering her take on the sporting stories that capture her interest, along with insights into the world of sports journalism.
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WTA urges social media companies to do more after Raducanu’s Dubai ordeal
Examining the WTA's call for enhanced online safety measures following Emma Raducanu's experience in Dubai.
‘I’m outside. I’m going to hurt you’: Katie Boulter on the hidden horror of success as a female athlete
Katie Boulter discusses the darker side of fame and the harassment faced by female athletes.
Meet the 52 women breaking down coaching barriers at Paris Olympics
Highlighting the female coaches making strides at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Land of the dinosaurs: baseline of sexism overshadows tennis in Madrid
Investigating the persistent issues of sexism within the tennis community in Madrid.