The world of women’s sports is undergoing a major transformation, capturing unprecedented attention and recognition. From record-breaking stadium crowds to growing media coverage and rising participation, women athletes are reshaping the world of sport on and off the field.

Major milestones in recent years – including the first gender-parity Olympic Games in Paris and rising representation in the Paralympic Games which reached 44 per cent in 2024 – reflect growing momentum towards gender equality in sport. Yet major gaps in pay, leadership, safety, and investment remain. Explore the facts and figures shaping the future of women and girls in sport on and off the field.

Read more at: https://www.unwomen.org/en/articles/facts-and-figures/facts-and-figures-women-in-sport