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Estonian equestrians Mart-Sander Aarma and his horse Cubalou secured first place in their category at a recent competition in Belgium.

The Croatian Football Federation and technical partner Nike unveiled the new jerseys for the Croatian national football team ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Canada, the USA, and Mexico.

The debate in Milan over the ownership of sports facilities continues, with calls for public ownership rather than private partnerships.

The article reflects on the fleeting nature of time as perceived through the lens of young sporting icons Doncic, Alcaraz, and Pogacar.

Japanese players reflecting on their experiences at the WBC share their perceptions of the significant gap in talent and competition level compared to international teams.

Slovak biathlete Paulína Bátovská Fialková retired at the age of 33, raising concerns about the future of the sport in Slovakia after her departure.

Handball superstar Mathias Gidsel reflects on the harsh criticisms he received during his youth, including being told he would never become a professional player, as he now stands as one of the sport's greatest.

Pärnu Volleyball Club secured a strong position in the Estonian Championship semifinals, leading 2-0 against Võru Barrus.

The Argentine national football team aims to dominate their World Cup group with manageable rivals, starting their campaign on June 16, 2026.

The 'Robežsardze'/RSU volleyball team secured their place in the Latvian Championship final by defeating 'Līgatne' 3-0.

Timmo Jeret achieved a remarkable ninth place finish in a professional triathlon competition in the USA, further establishing his status among the world's elite athletes.

Hockey Sparta is making a nostalgic return to the legendary Sports Hall in Holešovice, Prague, after several years away.

Ingrid Landmark Tandrevold secured a fifth-place finish at Holmenkollen, closing out a challenging season on a positive note.

Former Senegalese international El-Hadji Diouf expresses confidence in the Court of Arbitration for Sport's ability to uphold Senegal's victory in the Africa Cup following the controversial decision by CAF to retract the title.

Latvian basketball player Artūrs Žagars scored a personal season high of 19 points in a Turkish league match despite his team's loss against Safiport Erkospor.

The FIFA's new rule requiring a female head coach or assistant for women's football teams is seen as well-intentioned but inadequately designed to promote actual recognition of women's contributions in the sport.

A panel at the University of British Columbia discussed the inclusion of transgender athletes in women's sports, highlighting concerns about biological males competing with female athletes.

Facundo Ardusso discusses his transition from Chevrolet to Ford in the Tourism Carretera as he aims to reclaim his competitive edge in the sport.

Aki Manninen faced a challenging debut in boxing as he suffered a knockout defeat to Mika Ilmén, leaving his wife Rita concerned about the violence of the sport.

Evelin Ainomäe, an entrepreneur and bikini fitness model, prepares to compete alongside five-time world champion Marius Andrei Balan, driven by promises and her childhood fascination with dance.

The article discusses a controversial cricket match from the 1992 World Cup semi-finals between England and South Africa, highlighting how rules overshadowed the sport.

William Troost-Ekong criticizes CAF and FIFA for governance issues in African football, highlighting that off-the-field disputes overshadow the sport.

Mika Ilmén won his last boxing match against Aki Manninen and announced his retirement, expressing relief at leaving the sport on a high note.

Emmanouil 'Manolo' Karalis declares his intent to challenge pole vault star Armand Duplantis as a new competitive era begins in the sport.

La Rochelle secured a home win against Pau, marking their second consecutive victory in the Top 14 rugby league.

Armand Duplantis openly shares his habit of drinking alcohol, asserting that he enjoys celebrating after competitions.

Tadej Pogacar claimed victory in a thrilling sprint finish at the Milan-San Remo race despite suffering a serious crash earlier in the race.

The basketball team Jonava Hipocredit defeated the league's weakest team, Neptūnas, with a score of 81-64.

Rijeka's coach Victor Sanchez speaks about the team's focus and challenges ahead in the domestic league following their exit from European competitions.

Seema Jaswal, a BBC Sport presenter, shares her life-threatening experience with meningitis as she encourages awareness and vaccinations following a recent outbreak in Kent.

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

Swedish curling continues to thrive, with recent successes boosting interest in the sport ahead of Isabella Wranå’s quarterfinal match at the World Championships in Canada.

Former South African cricketer Gary Kirsten made shocking revelations about the internal issues plaguing the Pakistan cricket team during his brief tenure as head coach.

Danish Paralympian Connie Hansen reflects on her achievements and the importance of uplifting others in sports.

Connie Hansen, a Danish Paralympic athlete, has achieved remarkable success in sports while focusing on creating opportunities for others.

Nenad Šoštarić reflects on the Croatian national handball team's recent victory over Switzerland, emphasizing the importance of their systematic gameplay.

Teija Laukka, the competition director for the Finnish ski mountaineering championships, highlights Finland's potential to excel in the newly introduced Olympic sport of ski mountaineering at the Milano-Cortina games.

Researchers have potentially found an explanation for why boxers, rugby players, and other athletes often suffer from dementia-like illnesses long after they stop participating in their sport.

The article discusses Milan's paradoxical relationship with cycling and major cycling events, noting that while the city promotes cycling culture, it fails to support major races like the Milan-Sanremo.

Coach Lekan Soetan discusses the promising high jump talent of a schoolboy from Oyo State and the need for better training and support for such athletes in Nigeria.

The 'Izoton Sport' team faced challenges on the third day of the Portugal W2RC stage after their buggy overturned, but they managed to resume racing after a quick recovery.

After winning a basketball game against Madrid, player S. Francisco focuses on upcoming matches while reflecting on the importance of strategy and teamwork.

Istra 1961 achieved a comeback victory over Varaždin with a score of 2:1 in the SuperSport HNL.

Tarmo Kärsna, head of business development at the Estonian energy company Alexela, discusses fuel price trends and the impact of global crises on energy costs, while also touching on his role in the sports community.

The first indoor gathering of 'Operazione Nostalgia' is set to take place on March 28, 2026, in Rome, showcasing football legends from the 90s and 2000s.

Biathlete Philipp Nawrath finished eighth in the World Cup final, missing a podium spot and his chance at the small crystal globe in the sprint, while France's Eric Perrot clinched the overall World Cup title with his performance.

Audi's new Formula 1 team has to replace its team principal after just two races, with Mattia Binotto stepping in as interim head.

The final of the 2026 Copa Sudamericana will take place in Barranquilla, Colombia, on November 21, 2026, as confirmed by CONMEBOL President Alejandro Domínguez.

The Czech biathlon community is discussing methods to engage promising junior athletes in the sport.

The article discusses fighters who managed to defeat Chuck Norris during his illustrious martial arts career, highlighting his major defeats and contributions to the sport.