Severe Storm Support Decisions – Rico, 18, Passed the Filter
The article discusses the controversy over government funding for athletes, particularly highlighting 18-year-old motorcycle racer Rico Salmela's experience receiving financial support despite criticisms surrounding the selection process.
Rivers, Ondo trials for Niger Delta Games heat up
Rivers State is concluding its athlete selection trials for the Niger Delta Games, featuring various sports competitions starting from February 2 to February 7.
Ristomatti Hakola: Straight Words About Perttu Hyvärinen
Ski athlete Ristomatti Hakola expresses that the criticism surrounding his Olympic selection has affected him deeply, and he discusses the controversy regarding the exclusion of his friend Perttu Hyvärinen from the team.
Pogačar ahead of Duplantis in Marca's selection
Readers of the Spanish newspaper Marca selected Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogačar as the best athlete of 2025 in international competition, receiving 52% of the votes, while Swedish pole vaulter Armand Duplantis came second with 29.75%.
L'Equipe has chosen Pogačar as the best athlete of the year
In the prestigious annual selection by French sports magazine L'Equipe, Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogačar was named the best athlete of 2025, narrowly beating Swedish pole vaulter Armand Duplantis.