The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories, from reproductive rights to climate change. Your donation helps fund on-the-ground reporting and investigative journalism. Recent research by Stonewall shows that one in four LGBTQ+ people feel unwelcome in sports, prompting initiatives like the Rainbow Laces campaign to promote inclusivity and support LGBTQ+ individuals in sports. Blackpool striker Jake Daniels, the only openly gay British male player, advocates for a more welcoming environment in sports for LGBTQ+ individuals.
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