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VfB Stuttgart reached the round of 16 in the Europa League despite a swift setback against Celtic Glasgow, maintaining their aggregate lead from the first leg.

Botswana's Tshepiso Masalela was disqualified for unsportsmanlike conduct after making a pistol gesture towards his competitor at a race in Poland.

Skiers express mixed feelings as they complete the open track segment of the Vasaloppet, with the 2026 event set for March 1st.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister warns that while enemies may initiate conflict, they will not determine its outcome, emphasizing defensive capabilities and the right to peaceful nuclear energy.

The article discusses unusual events that occurred during the recent Winter Olympics in Italy, highlighting moments when athletes arrived at the finish line in unexpected ways, particularly in short track speed skating.

Finnish skier Kerttu Niskanen finished seventh in the 50-kilometer traditional race, expressing disappointment in her performance despite feeling capable of continuing further after crossing the finish line.

Ebba Andersson won the women's 50 km classic event at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics with a dominant performance.

Swedish skier Ebba Andersson won gold in the women's 50 km Nordic skiing event at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, while Estonian skiers Keidy and Kaidy Kaasik finished 13th and 20th respectively.

FC Bayern Munich narrowly defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 3-2, highlighting their inconsistency ahead of a crucial match against Borussia Dortmund.

The article discusses the performance of Latvian athletes at the Olympics and critiques the International Olympic Committee's decisions.

During a cross-country skiing qualifying event at the 2026 Winter Olympics, a large dog unexpectedly joined the race, crossing the finish line alongside the competitors, leading to a humorous unofficial ranking.

A Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazgul unexpectedly joined competitors on the ski track during the women's sprint relay qualification at the Milano Cortina Olympics, becoming an unofficial mascot despite officials requesting that dogs not be brought to the venue.

A dog named Nazgul unexpectedly joined the finish of the women's Olympic team sprint race in Tesero, delighting spectators as it sprinted to cross the finish line with the athletes.

Finland's hopes for a medal in the women's team sprint at the Milan-Cortina Olympics were dashed when athlete Jasmin Kähärä fell just before the finish line.

A playful husky surprised spectators at the Winter Olympics 2026 team sprint race in Tesero by crossing the finish line ahead of the athletes.

An American monobob athlete won gold at the age of 41, celebrating at the Olympic finish line with her two hearing-impaired sons, catching global attention on social media.

Julia Simon celebrated her victory in the women's biathlon relay at the 2026 Olympics by crossing the finish line with the French flag.

A dog resembling a wolf unexpectedly interrupted a women's cross-country skiing sprint event at the Winter Olympics in Italy, causing a mix of humor and concern among the athletes.

Finnish skier Joni Mäki's collision at the finish area worsened Federico Pellegrino's existing hand injury during a cross-country skiing event.

During the women's team sprint in cross-country skiing at the Milan-Cortina Olympic Games, a lost dog unexpectedly joined the race.

A dog unexpectedly interrupted an Olympic race, capturing attention with its finish line photo.

A dog interrupted a women's cross-country skiing qualification event in Tesero, Italy, amusingly crossing the finish line right before the athletes.

Latvian biathletes faced challenges in a recent relay, ultimately finishing after showcasing both skill and setbacks during the competition.

During a cross-country skiing event at the 2026 Winter Olympics, a dog amusingly chased two athletes but did not disrupt the race.

During the women's qualification round of the sprint relay at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, a dog unexpectedly entered the race track and ran alongside the competitors to the finish line.

Latvia's leading alpine skier Dženifera Ģērmane failed to finish the slalom race, while Liene Bondare placed just outside the top 50.

In a recent triathlon competition in Cascavel, Paraná, triathlete Francisco Viana chose to wait for his competitor Gustavo Wiebbeling to cross the finish line first after realizing he would win due to Wiebbeling's error.

Italian short track speed skater Pietro Sighelis finished a race backwards for the second time at the Olympics, following a remarkable performance in a mixed relay event earlier.

Tyler Reddick secured his first victory in the Daytona 500, crossing the finish line first at Daytona International Speedway.

The winners of the third season of Amazing Race Finland were revealed on Saturday night, culminating in an emotional moment at the finish line.

The Norwegian women's cross-country ski team won gold against heavily favored Sweden, leading to tensions between the athletes during the award ceremony.

Latvian short tracker Roberts Krūzbergs finished fifth in the 1000 meters at the Olympic Games, which marks the highest finish by a Latvian in Olympic short track history.

American alpine skier Breezy Johnson received a marriage proposal at the finish line of the giant slalom event during the Milano Cortina Olympics.

Finnish skier Kerttu Niskanen expressed disappointment after finishing 29th in the free technique competition at Val di Fiemme, citing poor ski performance as a significant factor.

Ester Ledecká faced disappointment at the Olympic Games in Cortina d'Ampezzo after falling during her super-G run, finishing without a medal.

In a men's biathlon competition, a Norwegian athlete dedicated his victory to a deceased friend, while another competitor made headlines for a personal revelation.

Latvian skier Elvis Opmanis finished 35th in the super-G event at the Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo Olympics, while Swiss skier Franjo von Allmens secured his third gold medal.

After a two-year absence, skier Petra Vlhová made a return to competition, expressing a changed attitude towards her sport despite a fall short of the finish line.

Sofia Goggia had a fall during the women's combined downhill event but was not seriously harmed and managed to reach the finish line on her own.

The Tartu Ski Marathon is renowned for its warm honey beer, a signature beverage eagerly anticipated by participants at the finish line.

Latvian skier Eiduka reflects on her challenging race experience, where despite difficulties in the classical part, she managed to perform better in the freestyle segment.

Cole Hocker triumphed over Joshua Kerri in a thrilling finish at the Millrose Games in New York, clocking in at 8:07.31 for the two-mile race.

In a dramatic turn of events, Laia Sanz and fellow competitors helped Nani Roma secure a podium finish after a near-accident just 500 meters from the finish line on the penultimate stage of the Dakar rally.

At the four-man bobsleigh competition in St. Moritz, US pilot Kristopher Horn reaches the finish line without his push team, garnering applause, while Adam Ammour's surprising victory overshadowed the mishap of German champion Francesco Friedrich.

An American competitor in the Four Points World Cup made it to the finish line in St. Moritz without their crew.

Biathlete Giacomel emotionally dedicated his victory to his late friend Sivert during a recent competition.

Swiss skier Camille Rast dedicated her Giant Slalom World Cup victory in Kranjska Gora to the victims of the fire disaster in Crans-Montana, crossing the finish line in mourning attire.