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Estonian basketball player Henri Drell, aged 37, had an impressive debut with Badalona Joventut in the Spanish league after being without a contract from last season's Tenerife team.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb shares a video of his morning run in London's Hyde Park, prompting a positive assessment from Australian Olympic medalist Jessica Hull.

Disputes have arisen concerning whether Tõnis Sildaru, the coach and father of silver medalist Henry Sildaru at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, can run for the Estonian Coach of the Year award, revealing inconsistencies in the regulations set by the Estonian Olympic Committee (EOK).

Ethiopian Olympic medalist Tsige Duguma and three other athletes have been denied entry to the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Torun due to visa issues.

Choi Ga-on, a gold medalist at the Winter Olympics, received 400 million won in prize money from the Korea Ski and Snowboard Association and Lotte.

The ongoing debate over the coaching qualifications of Tõnis Sildaru, father of Olympic silver medalist Henry Sildaru, evokes comparisons with Sebastian Coe, who was a top athlete but would not meet Estonian coaching standards.

Swedish Olympic medalist Therese Alshammar's tattoo is once again a topic of discussion, following recent visibility on a TV show.

Freestyle skiing Olympic silver medalist Henry Sildaru's father and coach Tõnis announced that he is declining the financial rewards offered by the Estonian Olympic Committee.

Tõnis Sildaru, the coach and father of Olympic medalist Henry Sildaru, has announced he will not accept the coaching support and medal award from the Estonian Olympic Committee (EOK), but the EOK will continue its financial support to the Estonian Ski Association.

Donald Trump was awarded the Order of Ikkos by Olympic medalist Kaillie Humphries during a Women’s History Month event at the White House.

This weekend, Mexican boxing features a fight between Olympic medalist Marco Verde and Alexander Moreno, marking Verde's return to the ring as he aims to remain undefeated in his professional career.

Olympic silver medalist Henry Sildaru stated that he has no issues with his father and coach Tõnis Sildaru, responding to misleading comments from the President of the Estonian Olympic Committee.

The Estonian Olympic Committee ruled that Tõnis Sildaru, father of silver medalist Henry Sildaru, cannot be considered for Coach of the Year without a coaching certification.

Alysa Liu, a two-time Olympic gold medalist in figure skating, discusses her family background and personal feelings about her differences from her parents in a recent interview with Rolling Stone.

Henry Sildaru, an Olympic silver medalist, expresses on Facebook that he has no grievances against his father, Tõnis Sildaru, amidst an ongoing police investigation.

Marie Martinod, a former Olympic medalist, is running for municipal elections in Aime-la-Plagne, focusing on leveraging her Olympic experience to enhance the community's well-being.

Jean Vuarnet, an Olympic gold medalist and a revolutionary figure in skiing, created a brand that embodies innovation and adventure in alpine sports.

Finland's Olympic medalist Suvi Minkkinen is competing in the Biathlon World Cup in Kontiolahti, capturing the attention of local audiences.

Alysa Liu, the reigning world champion and Olympic gold medalist in women's figure skating, has confirmed she will skip the upcoming World Championships in March.

Alysa Liu, the Olympic gold medalist in figure skating, has reportedly withdrawn from the World Championships in Prague, a move that comes shortly after an unsettling encounter with fans.

Jade Jones, a two-time Olympic gold medalist in taekwondo, is set to make her boxing debut after a disappointing end to her taekwondo career.

American Fred Kerley, a two-time Olympic medalist and world champion in the 100 meters, has received a two-year competition ban.

Olympic gold medalist Amber Glenn stated that she would decline a White House invitation if offered, emphasizing the right of individuals to choose what they endorse.

Rosko Specman, a former seven rugby star and double Olympic medalist, is currently making an impact in South America as a player-coach for the Cobras in Brazil, attracting attention both on and off the field.

Finnish Olympic medalist Ilkka Herola confirms that he will continue his professional career at least until the 2026-27 season.

Finnish Olympic medalist Eero Hirvonen has been dealing with a throat infection this week after securing a bronze and a silver in recent competitions.

Alysa Liu, an Olympic gold medalist, expressed her distress on social media after being overwhelmed by fans at an airport, where someone chased her to her car.

Swiss cross-country skier Nadine Fähndrich announces her retirement after winning an Olympic silver medal in the team sprint at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.

Hunter Armstrong, an Olympic gold medalist, is considering competing in the controversial 'Enhanced Games' where athletes can use banned substances, in a bid to keep his career afloat.

Japanese ski jumper Ren Nikaido may miss the upcoming competition in Lahti as he remains stuck in Dubai due to airport closures caused by a regional conflict.

Ralf Kivil was eliminated just before the quarter-finals in the U23 World Ski Championships held in Lillehammer, Norway.

Norwegian Olympic bronze medalist Oskar Opstad Vike was hospitalized after a dramatic fall during the Under-23 sprint World Championship final in Lillehammer, where he was leading.

Swedish Olympic gold medalist Ebba Andersson will not compete in the 10-kilometer race in Lahti this weekend, opting instead for a long-distance race elsewhere.

Charlotte Dujardin is facing scrutiny again after a new viral video raises concerns about her treatment of horses.

Chloe Kim, a popular American snowboarder and three-time Olympic medalist, has closed her Instagram messaging feature after receiving disturbing images and videos, some generated by artificial intelligence.

A memorial event in Copenhagen for slain Iranian leader Ali Khamenei sparked controversy among Danish politicians regarding the presence of such individuals in Denmark.

Olympic gold medalist Riku Miura visited her hometown of Takarazuka, Japan, to report on her achievements to local officials and express gratitude to her parents.

Olympic medalist Heikki Ikola expresses joy over Suvi Minkkinen's Olympic bronze in biathlon, highlighting her hard work and mental strength.

Olympic silver medalist Henry Sildaru shares his reflections on the Estonian Republic's anniversary, the presidential reception, and the significance of shared values over medals.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva praised Olympic skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, who was born in Norway but competes for Brazil, stating he is more Brazilian than many residents of the country.

Latvian short track speed skater Roberts Krūzbergs discussed the risks of competing with a serious knee injury ahead of the Olympic Games in Milan, emphasizing the importance of taking risks at such a significant sporting event.

Breanna Stewart shares her thoughts on Team USA's performance at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games, emphasizing pride and anticipation for the upcoming LA28 Olympics.

Ilkka Herola, a fresh Olympic medalist, excelled in a World Cup competition by achieving the longest jump of 221 meters.

Marko Asell, a Finnish Member of Parliament and Olympic medalist, has been awarded the Golden Medal of Merit in Sports amidst a harassment controversy.

This week in Tartu, the Miss Valentine gymnastics competition will host top gymnasts, including Sofia Raffaeli, a bronze medalist from the Paris Olympics.

Alysa Liu, a new gold medalist in women's figure skating, has seen her Instagram followers skyrocket to 5.3 million after her Olympic win, overtaking fellow star Eileen Gu.

The US men's Olympic hockey team, fresh from their historic victory against Canada, visited the White House and was scheduled to attend the State of the Union address.

Roberts Krūzbergs, an Olympic short track speed skater, expresses gratitude for the support he receives daily following his Olympic bronze medal win.

Latvian short track speed skater Roberts Krūzbergs, bronze medalist from the Milan-Cortina Olympics, returns to Riga today, along with other athletes and delegation representatives.

Kevin Lankinen, the Olympic bronze medalist with the Finnish national hockey team, is likely to miss the next game with the Vancouver Canucks due to travel delays caused by snowstorms on the East Coast of the USA.