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Ukrainian racer kicked out of Olympics for ‘statement’ helmet
AFP, Published on 12/02/2026
» CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy - Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Winter Olympics on Thursday after refusing to back down over his banned helmet, which depicts victims of his country’s war with Russia.
Vonn breaks leg as crashes out in brutal end to Olympic dream
AFP, Published on 09/02/2026
» MILAN (ITALY) - Lindsey Vonn broke her leg as she crashed out of the Winter Olympics downhill on Sunday to brutally end the American skiing great's improbable dream of a medal.
Italy set for 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony
AFP, Published on 06/02/2026
» MILAN (ITALY) - The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics officially open with a star-studded opening ceremony at the San Siro Stadium on Friday.
Man Utd appoint Carrick as manager to end of the season
AFP, Published on 14/01/2026
» MANCHESTER (UNITED KINGDOM) - Manchester United confirmed Michael Carrick as interim manager until the end of the season on Tuesday, tasking him with leading the Red Devils back into the Champions League.
Martha Stewart joins Snoop Dogg as Swansea minority co-owner
Reuters, Published on 24/12/2025
» BENGALURU — American businesswoman and television personality Martha Stewart has joined Swansea City as a co-owner, the Welsh football club announced on Tuesday.
2026 Winter Games torch relay sets off
AFP, Published on 26/11/2025
» OLYMPIA, Greece - New International Olympic Committee chief Kirsty Coventry fought back tears on Wednesday as she urged nations to come together in the 2026 Winter Games, as the torch relay set off from ancient Olympia in Greece.
In Frank we trust! Lampard enjoying a big change of fortune
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 11/10/2025
» It is no secret that former great footballers do not necessarily enjoy the same success in their role as managers or coaches. The most recent example has been Wayne Rooney, who has discovered being a gaffer can be a very demanding job.
Fifa 'cannot solve geopolitical problems' like Gaza, says Infantino
AFP, Published on 03/10/2025
» LAUSANNE - Fédération Internationale de Football Association (Fifa) president Gianni Infantino said on Thursday football "cannot solve geopolitical problems", as he comes under pressure to suspend Israel over the Palestinian conflict.
International Paralympic Committee lifts partial suspensions of Russia, Belarus
AFP, Published on 29/09/2025
» MUNICH (GERMANY) - Ukraine reacted with outrage on Saturday after the International Paralympic Committee lifted a partial suspension of Russia and Belarus imposed since Moscow's incursion into Ukraine in 2022.
IOC chief thanks Thailand for hosting Sumo World Championship
Post Reporters, Published on 13/09/2025
» International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Kirsty Coventry has expressed gratitude to Thailand for hosting the 2025 Sumo World Championship and praised the efforts to bring the traditional Japanese sport onto the global stage.