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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC's Louise Minchin rushed to hospital with painful condition after taking 'huge risk'

BBC presenter Louise Minchin was hospitalized with frostbite after attempting a challenging fat bike race in extreme Arctic conditions.

Mar 21 • 16:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Sports

Figure skating goes to extremes, beauty is disappearing from it. Champion Novotný tells

Former champion Novotný discusses the decline of beauty in figure skating as the sport becomes increasingly extreme.

Mar 21 • 10:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Lerone Murphy's rival details extreme lengths to solve visa woes ahead of UFC London

Movsar Evloev detailed his desperate measures to resolve visa issues before his UFC showdown with Lerone Murphy in London.

Mar 19 • 17:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

I value my life too much to take risks, revealed the Pole who skied down Everest to Novinky

A Polish skier shares insights about skiing down Mount Everest, emphasizing the importance of valuing one's life over taking unnecessary risks.

Mar 19 • 05:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Medicine: 'Runner's High': Does the euphoria exist while running?

The article explores the phenomenon known as 'Runner's High', which is the euphoric feeling some runners experience during long-distance running, as illustrated by extreme athlete Joyce Hübner's quest to achieve a world record by running 495 marathons in consecutive days.

Mar 18 • 11:47 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

POWERSTAGE: A recap of Kenya with Robert Virves

This article reviews the Kenya World Rally Championship, highlighting extreme conditions and performances from various competitors.

Mar 18 • 11:15 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Jordon Hudson aims fiery message at critics after cheerleading triumph

Jordon Hudson responds to critics following her cheerleading team's championship win, emphasizing her success and sharing her team's achievements.

Mar 17 • 12:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Esapekka Lappi's Harsh Confession: 'I Am Completely Exhausted'

Esapekka Lappi, a part-time driver for Hyundai, expressed extreme exhaustion after the grueling conditions of the Safari Rally in Kenya.

Mar 14 • 18:05 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

VIDEO AND PHOTOS: Evans pushed his car to the limit in the Kenyan mud, but ultimately succumbed

During the Kenya Rally, driver Elfyn Evans faced extreme conditions as the rally tested both men and machines, leading to unexpected challenges and outcomes in the race.

Mar 14 • 09:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A Czech paraglider died in Switzerland after crashing into a rock.

A Czech paraglider tragically died in Switzerland due to a collision with a rock during flight.

Mar 13 • 19:22 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

(VIDEO) What happened to Cecilia Sopeña? Cyclist nearly falls off a cliff and her dog 'saves' her: 'I was scared'

Spanish cyclist Cecilia Sopeña faced a near-disaster when she slipped on a rocky cliff while cycling, but her dog Nezha's quick actions prevented a serious fall, leading to a viral moment online.

Mar 12 • 22:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Extreme conditions at the World Rally Championship – "Impossible to drive"

The World Rally Championship has reached Kenya for its third event of the season, where competitors faced extremely challenging conditions during the opening day.

Mar 12 • 15:34 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Mercedes-AMG GT 4Door Coupe: On the extreme sports side of electrification

The German brand unveils a first look at its upcoming sports electric flagship model, the four-door AMG GT, which is expected to surpass 1,000 horsepower.

Mar 9 • 09:55 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Norway's Incredible Home Dominance: - Quite Extreme

Norwegian women's national football team has a remarkable record in home World Cup qualifying matches, winning 36 out of 37, but concerns about the quality of opposition remain.

Mar 7 • 09:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

What happened to Colapinto that nearly caused an accident with Hamilton during the second practice of F1

An unexpected power failure left Argentine driver Colapinto slow on the main straight, forcing British driver Hamilton to take extreme evasive action to avoid a collision during F1 practice in Melbourne.

Mar 6 • 13:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Sports

Extreme heat could put athletes at risk in major sporting events, study warns

A study warns that extreme heat is increasingly threatening athletes in major sporting events like the Tour de France, noting a rising risk of thermal stress over recent years.

Mar 6 • 06:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

Football in the Land of Baseball (19th note)

This article recounts the struggles and experiences of players and spectators during the opening match of the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States, highlighting the extreme weather conditions.

Mar 5 • 12:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Ultramarathon runner A. Sorokinas said several times halfway that this would be his last time

Three Lithuanian endurance athletes discussed their experiences at the Vilnius Book Fair, highlighting their motivation and overcoming challenges in extreme sports.

Mar 5 • 07:23 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

The meeting under the sun during Ramadan fasting, football players collapse on the ground: the crazy images

During a recent football match in Tunisia, players collapsed on the field due to exhaustion from fasting during Ramadan and extreme heat.

Mar 4 • 10:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Sports

The Shooter Needs Extreme Self-Control - Sampo Voutilainen Aims for an Olympic Spot

Sampo Voutilainen, a Finnish shooter, emphasizes the importance of extreme mental control as he prepares to qualify for the Olympics.

Mar 4 • 06:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Jumped with a parachute, but it didn’t open: the two thoughts she had before hitting the ground

An Australian woman, Emma Carey, recounts her harrowing experience of a parachuting incident in the Swiss Alps where her parachute failed to open.

Mar 3 • 15:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

EXTRACT FROM A BOOK ⟩ Does fat leave the body by breathing? This method accelerates metabolism by 350 percent

The article discusses Wim Hof's extreme cold resistance techniques and presents insights from his daughters' adaptations of his methods for women.

Mar 3 • 12:15 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Training, Nutrition, Security: The Everyday Life of NFL Professionals is Really Extreme

NFL players face an incredibly demanding and intense daily routine involving rigorous training, strict meal plans, and the constant risk of injury, yet many aspire to join the league.

Mar 3 • 05:39 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

"Ice Mama", the ethnologist and extraordinary swimmer in icy water who trains in her freezer

Magdalena Jarvin, an ethnologist and swimmer, uses her freezer to train for the World Ice Swimming Championships in Finland.

Mar 2 • 06:45 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Climbing all the highest peaks in the world in six months: 'Others took years'

Nirmal Purja, known as Nims, redefines mountaineering by summiting all 14 of the world's highest peaks in just six months, a feat that historically took years for others.

Mar 1 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Virginia Elizalde, at 71: in her home in Nordelta, she talks about her time as a model, extreme sports, and her love for 'Coco' Fernández

Virginia Elizalde reflects on her life as a model, her passion for extreme sports, and her family, discussing her pride in her daughters and their adventurous spirits.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Superlatives of the Alps: Mont Blanc was our witness

The article discusses the longest ski run in the Alps, located in Les Deux Alpes, France, emphasizing the extreme conditions and impressive height of the run.

Feb 26 • 13:29 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Video: A French Adventurer's Suicide Jump from a 2000-Meter Mountain in Oman

A French adventurer jumped from a height of 2000 meters in Oman, showcasing the thrill of extreme sports in the picturesque landscape.

Feb 26 • 11:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

F1 driver threatened with death - The issue is with the sport's problematic 'fans'

F1 driver Jack Doohan received death threats during the last season, attributed to extreme fans of the sport.

Feb 26 • 07:02 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

André Villa Retires

Freestyle motocross star André Villa announces his retirement from competitive sports after the 2026 season, marking the end of a notable 22-year career.

Feb 25 • 13:59 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Well-Hidden Minimalism. Hangar for Ukraine's Leading Acrobatic Team

Aerotim, a prominent Ukrainian acrobatic team, faces challenges due to the ongoing war but maintains its equipment and operations in a secretive hangar.

Feb 24 • 13:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Sports

Lindsey Vonn confesses that she almost had to have her leg amputated after her fall at the Olympics

Lindsey Vonn revealed that she nearly lost her left leg due to a severe injury sustained during the Olympic downhill event in Milan Cortina.

Feb 24 • 07:49 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

11 rugged outdoor watches built to survive anything, starting at $65

The article highlights a selection of durable outdoor watches from trusted brands like Garmin and Casio, designed to withstand extreme conditions while maintaining style.

Feb 23 • 22:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Endurance 24h ultramarathon competition was held in Espoo - here are the winners

The Endurance 24h ultramarathon competition showcased extreme athleticism in Espoo, Finland, with Matti Jonkka setting a remarkable record of 269 kilometers in a single day.

Feb 22 • 14:50 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Klæbo's Extreme Lifestyle at the Olympics: – I Wouldn’t Have Forgiven Myself

Norwegian cross-country skier Johannes Høsflot Klæbo emphasizes his rigorous training routine in the pursuit of Olympic success, reflecting on his dedication and the pressure of the event.

Feb 21 • 18:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
World

Kilometer Abyss. Slackliners Cross a Line Above the Highest Waterfall in the World

Slackliners have successfully crossed a line over the world's highest waterfall, showcasing their extreme sport skills in a breathtaking location.

Feb 21 • 05:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Ice Speedway is a sport for daredevils, where brakes are not known – Europe’s best drivers gather in Varkaus this weekend

Ice speedway is an extreme motorsport featured by a lack of brakes, attracting top European riders to Varkaus, Finland this weekend.

Feb 20 • 11:18 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Sports

Cassie Sharpe's horrific crash a stark reminder of Winter Olympics dangers

Cassie Sharpe's devastating accident during the Winter Olympics highlights the inherent dangers athletes face in extreme winter sports.

Feb 19 • 23:15 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Cassie Sharpe's horrific crash a terrifying reminder of Winter Olympics dangers

Canadian skier Cassie Sharpe's serious crash in a Winter Olympics halfpipe event underscores the inherent dangers of the competition.

Feb 19 • 23:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Sports

What do bobsledders feel when fighting 5G overload? I know because I've checked it

The article discusses the extreme physical experiences and challenges faced by bobsledders as they navigate high g-forces, comparing it to other high-speed sports.

Feb 19 • 13:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Sports

Extreme Races Accelerate Aging of Blood Cells and Increase Destruction, Study Indicates

A study reveals that extreme endurance races, like ultramarathons, cause significant structural and molecular damage to red blood cells.

Feb 19 • 08:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Krčmář on the Extreme Finish: Scrap, Lactate Up to the Throat. I Couldn't Stand on My Feet

Czech biathlete Michal Krčmář delivered a heroic performance in the final leg of the Olympic relay, securing the Czech team a coveted sixth place.

Feb 17 • 16:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Skiing scandal escalates – Finland grasping the most extreme possible straw

Finland's Ski Association is considering appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport over a scandal regarding ski waxing violations during the Olympic sprint events.

Feb 17 • 04:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Another terrifying fall - Finnish athlete fell from a height of 40 meters and lost consciousness

A Finnish athlete experienced a severe fall during the 'Big Air' qualification event, losing consciousness after plummeting 40 meters.

Feb 16 • 20:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Extreme stupidity: Austrian disqualified from third place for having shoes that were too big

Austrian ski jumper Daniel Tschofenig was disqualified from the Olympics despite qualifying for the finals due to wearing shoes that were too large.

Feb 16 • 17:04 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Sports

Pole at the Olympics for the third time. "The wind takes away the ability to see"

Polish athlete Mateusz Sochowicz shares his experiences competing in his third Olympic Games and reflects on the challenges of competing in extreme weather conditions.

Feb 16 • 15:26 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Görel's jogging in Luleå goes viral - the cold doesn't stop the passion

Görel Nilsson, a dedicated nurse and runner from Luleå, demonstrates her passion for outdoor jogging even in extreme cold, encouraging others to embrace winter running.

Feb 16 • 10:35 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

PHOTOS ⟩ Cucumbers and bananas were about to freeze at the marathon service points, warm sports drinks provided refreshment

The 52nd Tartu Marathon in Estonia faced extreme cold, leading to frozen snacks at service points despite a temperature rise during the race.

Feb 15 • 13:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

PHOTOS ⟩ The Tartu Marathon started in freezing cold

The Tartu Marathon commenced in sub-zero temperatures, with participants preparing for the extreme cold at the Tehvandi Stadium.

Feb 15 • 07:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Challenging Death: He Skis Down K2 and Survives

Andrzej Bargiel, a Polish mountaineer, accomplished the extraordinary feat of skiing down K2 from its summit to the base camp in July 2018, marking a significant moment in contemporary adventure sports.

Feb 15 • 06:00 UTC

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