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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Son Lewandowski: On Discipline and Abuse in Elite Sports

Son Lewandowski discusses discipline and abuse in elite sports through her novel, highlighting the relationship between two gymnasts and recent scandals in sports history.

Mar 20 • 17:45 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Jelena Välbe must resign from the position of head of the Russian Ski Federation

Jelena Välbe, the long-serving president of the Russian Cross-Country Ski Federation, is stepping down due to the formation of a new, larger organization.

Mar 19 • 20:55 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Vladimir Putin praised Russia's Paralympic team in the Kremlin

Vladimir Putin honored Russia's Paralympic team for their participation in the recent games after years of suspension due to doping scandals.

Mar 19 • 18:46 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Jens Littorin: New scandals show that match-fixers are moving across borders

Match-fixers are evading scrutiny by relocating their activities across borders, as illustrated by recent incidents in Finland and Norway.

Mar 3 • 17:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

In the midst of the AFA scandal, Claudio Tapia celebrated like a fan in Maracanã after Lanús' goal that secured the Recopa

Claudio Tapia was seen celebrating Lanús' victory in the Recopa Sudamericana despite ongoing scandals within Argentina’s Football Association (AFA).

Feb 27 • 15:04 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Ten Years of FIFA President: The Biggest Scandals of Gianni Infantino

The article details the major scandals surrounding Gianni Infantino during his tenure as FIFA President, beginning with his controversial election following the resignation of Sepp Blatter.

Feb 25 • 15:35 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Football World Federation: In the Kingdom of King Gianni I

Gianni Infantino, who has led FIFA for ten years, continues to steer the organization through a series of scandals, showing no sign of change as the World Cup approaches.

Feb 25 • 15:34 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Sports

Scandalous Tonya Harding, the Indomitable Eagle Eddie, and Those Who Stopped the 'Red Machine' (Tips on What to Watch After the Olympics)

The article presents a selection of extraordinary Olympic stories that made it to the big screen, including triumphs, scandals, and the inspirational tale of the 1980 U.S. hockey team.

Feb 20 • 08:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

These scandals ignited at the Olympics – only a true expert can score 10/10 on this quiz

The article features a quiz about notable scandals from the Milan-Cortina Olympics.

Feb 19 • 19:15 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Sports

Will curling ever be the same after the swearing, allegations and rule flip-flops at the 2026 Olympics?

The article discusses the controversies and allegations surrounding the sport of curling during the 2026 Olympics, questioning the future of the game amid scandal.

Feb 16 • 14:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Viewpoint: Worse is Coming – Now We Must React

The International Ski Federation (FIS) has faced scandals during the Olympics due to its inadequate enforcement of rules during competitions.

Feb 16 • 08:07 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Meat, pasta, toothpaste, and too much sex: when explanations for doping exceed fantasy

The article discusses various unusual justifications athletes have given for doping violations, exploring the absurdity of some of these explanations.

Feb 13 • 20:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Take Everything Away! Ban! Russia is Furious at Athletes Who Left to Compete for Other Countries

Russian Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev criticizes athletes who abandon Russia for other nations, calling for severe penalties against them amid ongoing international sanctions and bans.

Feb 13 • 16:14 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

On Olympic Ice – Champions Accompanied by Incredible Scandals: Who is that 'Sinful' French Pair?

The article discusses the controversial and scandalous reputation of a French ice dancing pair competing in the upcoming Olympic Games.

Feb 13 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Politics, penis injections, broken medals: A week of controversy at the Winter Olympics

The Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina have sparked several controversies, including the barring of a Ukrainian athlete for wearing a political helmet.

Feb 12 • 17:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Changes in doping controls? How fraud, scandals, and injustices are being avoided

The World Anti-Doping Agency is advocating for modifications in key competitions to address cases of Chinese swimmers and the corrupt Russian system.

Feb 6 • 12:35 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

WADA leader disturbed by controversial figure skating coach's presence at Winter Olympics

WADA President Witold Banka expressed discontent over the presence of Russian coach Eteri Tutberidze at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics due to her history with doping scandals involving her students.

Feb 6 • 10:33 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Ski jumpers will have to wear microchips on their penises at the Olympics. Here's why

Ski jumpers at the 2026 Winter Olympics will be required to wear microchips in their suits to prevent illegal modifications after past doping scandals.

Feb 5 • 12:18 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Farewell to M. Špokas, no new director on the horizon for the sports agency

Mindaugas Špokas has stepped down as the director of the National Sports Agency amid scandals related to transparency and mismanagement, leaving the agency's future uncertain as the parliament plans a restructuring vote.

Feb 2 • 09:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

He ended up in prison, and the court took everything from him! No one in history played football like him

Legendary Brazilian footballer Ronaldinho, known for his entertaining playing style, has faced multiple scandals since retiring, including the seizure of 57 properties due to unpaid taxes and illegal construction.

Jan 8 • 20:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Stir around former football star: Dictator of hearts

Former footballer Samuel Eto'o, hailed as a national hero in Cameroon, faces controversies and scandals since becoming president of the football federation.

Jan 8 • 11:13 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

Tragedy in the neighborhood: Former world champion found dead in his apartment, known for scandals

Hungarian reports reveal that former kayaking world champion Miklós Dudás was found dead in his apartment in Budapest, following concerns raised when family members were unable to reach him.

Jan 5 • 17:07 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

The biggest ever career was destroyed by sex scandals

Tiger Woods, one of the most successful and well-known athletes of modern times, faced a public downfall due to sex scandals that significantly altered his personal life and professional image.

Dec 30 • 09:39 UTC

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