There was a time when tattoos were taboo, even in the US – associated with criminals or societal rejects. But since the 1970s, tattoos have seen a rise in popularity in Western societies especially.

As the Rio Games draw ever nearer, it's time to ask some questions. Take, for instance, the topic of body modification — are Olympians allowed to have tattoos? It's a fair question, given the elite ...

An Australian Olympian who took home gold at the Tokyo games has shared her long journey to remove a “god awful” tattoo she got to commemorate her swimming success. Swimmer Brianna Throssell urged her ...

A swimmer has shared why after taking home gold she’s getting her Olympic tattoo removed. Swimmer Brianna Throssell urged her 31,000 TikTok fans to closely consider their choice in tattoo parlour ...