Start into World Cup Qualification: First International Match, First Goal
The German women's national team, under coach Christian Wück, embarked on their World Cup qualification campaign, overcoming early concerns with a strong performance against Slovenia.
V'landys maintains there's life left in NRL Las Vegas party
ARL Commission chair Peter V'landys expresses confidence in the ongoing appeal of the NRL's Las Vegas round, stating it will continue to attract fans.
Throw-ins, delays, substitutions, and VAR protocol: here's how the regulations change
The International Football Association Board has approved a series of regulatory changes aimed at improving the flow of football games, effective June 1, 2026.
WEEKLY ANSWER ⟩ Johanna Talihärm: My sport was the ticket sales hit of the recent Olympic Games
Estonian biathlete Johanna Talihärm has become the third Estonian in history to become a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), following in the footsteps of two predecessors who were killed during Soviet occupation.
Korea National Sport University holds a report meeting for training professionals in sports AI
Korea National Sport University held a report meeting on the achievements of its AI-based international smart coaching project, involving various universities' AI research teams.
Both Husband and Wife Win Gold Medal... A Rare Scene as They Rank First in the Same Sport
A rare occurrence in international competitions, Chinese freestyle skiers Wang Shindi and Xu Mengtao both clinched gold medals in the same Olympic event at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
The Heraskewytsch Case and Its Consequences: How an Invitation to Go to State Courts Became a Reality
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch is navigating complex legal challenges following a ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sport regarding his participation in the Winter Games.
Mieriņa: The Aggressor State Attempts to Legitimize Its War Crimes Through Sport
Latvian Parliament Speaker Daiga Mieriņa condemned the International Olympic Committee's decision to disqualify Ukrainian athlete Vladislav Geraskevich and emphasized Latvia's commitment to exposing Russian aggression.
Russian and Belarusian flags to return at 2026 Paralympics
Russian and Belarusian athletes will be allowed to compete under their national flags at the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in Italy, marking their first participation since 2014 under such conditions.
Russians and Belarusians will compete in the Winter Paralympics under their country's flag
The International Paralympic Committee confirmed that athletes from Russia and Belarus will compete under their national symbols at the Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina.
End of isolation. Russians and Belarusians return under their own flags
The International Paralympic Committee announced that Russian and Belarusian athletes will be allowed to compete under their national flags at the upcoming Winter Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Special invitations granted to athletes from aggressor countries for the Paralympics; changes in the Latvian team composition
The International Paralympic Committee's decision to allow athletes from aggressor countries to compete with special invitations has led to a reduction in the number of Latvian participants at the upcoming Paralympics.
Norway's Winter Sports: Doubt Rides Along - Rightfully So
Norway's approach to winter sports, particularly in cross-country skiing, has been scrutinized after they utilized a wax machine endorsed by the International Ski Federation (Fis) during competitions, raising concerns among other nations about fairness in the sport.
Comment: Ridiculous sight – the men's relay became a complete flop
The men's relay event at the Olympics in Val di Fiemme was criticized for its low participation and predictable outcomes, highlighting issues in the sport's global appeal and governance.
What is it like in the Czech Republic? Sport number five? Don't be crazy. Jílek is a phenomenon, different from Sáblíková
Metoděj Jílek is gaining international recognition in speed skating, prompting questions about the sport's popularity in the Czech Republic despite its lack of training facilities.
CAS dismissed Ukrainian skeleton athlete's appeal against the IOC
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has rejected the appeal of Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych against his disqualification by the International Olympic Committee for the Milan Cortina Olympics.
CAS rejects the request of Ukrainian skeletonist Heraskevičs
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has rejected Ukrainian skeletonist Vladyslav Heraskevič's appeal against a decision from the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF) that barred him from competing in the Olympic Games.
Helmet Debacle at the Olympics: 'The Mistake Happened in Sochi 2014'
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has confirmed the exclusion of Ukrainian athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch from the Olympic skeleton competition due to refusing to compete without a helmet depicting 22 deceased Ukrainian athletes.
Ukrainian skeleton athlete banned from Olympics appeals decision to CAS: I know I am innocent
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych appealed a ban from the International Olympic Committee after displaying a helmet honoring victims of the war initiated by Russia.
Centuries-old traditional boxing in Nigeria gaining grounds
Traditional Dambe boxing, a centuries-old combat sport in Nigeria, is gaining popularity during the Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival.
Mexican figure skater whose journey began with a desire to impress a girl
The story profiles Donovan Carrillo, a Mexican figure skater who has reached international success despite the sport's traditional stronghold in countries like the USA and Japan.
FIS president promised to fight hard for the status of the combined event in the Olympics
FIS President Johan Eliasch pledged to advocate for the inclusion of the Nordic combined event at upcoming Olympic Games, emphasizing the importance of women's participation in the sport.
Jens Littorin: She cried over the Ukrainian's fate – but did not take the chance to make a human decision
Jens Littorin critiques the International Olympic Committee for disqualifying Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Haraskevytj, suggesting the decision detracted attention from the sport.
Zelensky rewards Ukrainian expelled from the Olympic Games: 'Sport must help stop wars'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky honored skier Vladyslav Heraskevych, who was disqualified from the Olympics for wearing a helmet honoring deceased Ukrainian athletes.
Ukrainian skeleton racer disqualified from the Olympics due to helmet refusal
Ukrainian skeleton racer V. Heraskevyčius has been disqualified from the 2026 Winter Olympics for refusing to wear a helmet as mandated by the International Olympic Committee.
Petrecca, international case. The entire Rai without signatures, the director risks his job
The disastrous commentary by Rai Sport director Paolo Petrecca during the Winter Olympics opening has sparked widespread protests among Rai journalists, leading to a signature strike.
Petrecca lands in the New York Times, the ATP Finals case in Parliament: 'Another blow to TeleMeloni'
The article discusses the controversies surrounding Italy's broadcasting rights to the ATP Finals, as the situation gains international attention following coverage by the New York Times.
Estonian figure skating coach removed from Olympics appeals decision to CAS
Raimo Reinsalu, an Estonian figure skating coach, has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after being sent home from the Milano Cortina Olympics by the International Skating Union (ISU).
IOC bans Heraskevičs from competing with a helmet honoring war victims
The International Olympic Committee has prohibited Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladislav Heraskevič from competing while wearing a helmet that honors Ukrainian sportspersons killed in the war.
Netherlands, America, and now Nepal... Weak teams are also becoming a challenge in the T20 World Cup
Nepal put up a strong fight against England in their T20 World Cup match, demonstrating that no team can be taken lightly.
In Vilnius - a strategically significant international sailing meeting
An international sailing meeting took place in Vilnius featuring representatives from various European countries, highlighting regional cooperation in sailing sports.
UK Skeleton Team Forbidden from Using New Helmets Amid 'Technological Doping' Controversy
The UK Skeleton team has been banned from using newly developed helmets designed to reduce air resistance, a decision upheld by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Girls still cannot tackle in the Olympics: 'That we haven't progressed further'
Sweden's recent allowance for body-checks in women's hockey contrasts with current international tournament regulations that still prohibit tackling, highlighting ongoing disparities in the sport.
Ukrainian Olympic champion Beleniuk says 2026 will be year of Russia's mass return to international sport
Ukrainian MP and Olympic champion Zhan Beleniuk predicts that 2026 will mark a significant return of Russian athletes to international sports events with their national symbols.
Another sport allows Russians to compete; under certain conditions, the national flag and anthem are also permitted
The European Swimming Federation announced that Russian and Belarusian athletes will be allowed to participate in European aquatic sports competitions under certain conditions, following directives from the International Olympic Committee.
Another organization has given the green light to athletes from aggressor countries
The World Taekwondo Federation has allowed athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete in international taekwondo events using their national symbols.
Mattarella inaugurates the Games: respect the Olympic truce
During the opening ceremony of the 145th session of the International Olympic Committee at La Scala, Mattarella emphasizes the importance of respecting the Olympic truce and the unifying power of sports in promoting peace.
Court of Arbitration for Sport makes ruling on Katie Uhlaender's Olympic bid
The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled it lacks jurisdiction to hear the case of Katie Uhlaender regarding her Olympic bid, concerning decisions made by Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton and the International Bobsled and Skeleton Federation.
The most titled Lithuanian biathlete announced the end of the "hunt" for an Olympic medal - hangs up his gun
T.Kaukėnas, a prominent Lithuanian biathlete, has announced his retirement from competitive sport after a successful career that included 11 national championships and significant performances in international events.
Games that will make history with the best of Italy
The article discusses the upcoming Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics, which are expected to draw over two million tourists to Lombardy and involve significant participation from international leaders and media.
Hoffenheim dedicated a post to Kramarić after the madness in the first half: 'This is not normal'
Hoffenheim players are currently playing a Bundesliga match against Borussia Mönchengladbach, leading 4-0 at halftime, largely thanks to Croatian international Andrej Kramarić, who set a record for the most Bundesliga appearances by a Croatian player.
Global sport reopens doors to Russia
The episode discusses the gradual lifting of bans on Russian and Belarusian athletes by international sports federations as the Olympic year begins.