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Wimbledon lifts ban on players from Russia and Belarus

Wimbledon lifts ban on players from Russia and Belarus Wimbledon has lifted its ban on Russian and Belarusian players and will allow them to play at this year's Championships - subject to them competing as "neutrals" and complying with "appropriate conditions".
 

Sport in crisis


Pistorius denied parole and will remain in jail for killing Reeva Steenkamp

Pistorius denied parole and will remain in jail for killing Reeva Steenkamp Oscar Pistorius has been denied parole and will remain in jail for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013.

World Anti-Doping Agency: Former FIFA lawyer Aubert is first WADA ethics officer

Russia: RUSADA head Loginova insists IOC has no reason to distrust its efficiency

Athletics: Demus and Qieyang officially London 2012 champions as IOC confirm medal reallocation

 

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War in Ukraine


ANOC Executive Council criticises Ukrainian Government for boycott of Paris 2024 qualifying events featuring Russians

ANOC Executive Council criticises Ukrainian Government for boycott of Paris 2024 qualifying events featuring Russians The Association of National Olympic Committees Executive Council has criticised the Ukrainian Government after it announced that the country's athletes would boycott Paris 2024 qualifying events featuring Russians and Belarusians.

Fencing: Poland says Russians must sign statement condemning invasion to compete in country

Weightlifting: Russian weightlifters still waiting for path to Paris as IWF "reviews IOC guidance"

Football: Shakhtar Donetsk alleges FIFA emergency transfer rules violate EU law

SCO Games: Kazan interested in hosting inaugural SCO Games

Kickboxing: Kickboxer Merinov latest Ukrainian athlete killed in war with Russia

 

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Paris 2024 updates IOC Executive Board on progress and plans

Paris 2024 updates IOC Executive Board on progress and plans Members of the Paris 2024 Organising Committee explained their plans for this year's Olympic and Paralympic Week to the International Olympic Committee's Executive Board, as part of a report on preparations.

Opening Ceremony: Between 140 and 170 boats set to carry 10,000 athletes at Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony

Paralympics: Paris 2024 vows to deliver "celebration" at Paralympics with "strong legacy"

 

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Pan American Games


Countdown clock unveiled in Santiago 2023 host city for canoe sprint and rowing

Countdown clock unveiled in Santiago 2023 host city for canoe sprint and rowing A countdown clock for the Santiago 2023 Pan American Games has been unveiled in San Pedro de la Paz - the venue for canoe sprint and rowing.

Taekwondo: Mexico and US shine in taekwondo qualification for Santiago 2023

Chile: Chile's rugby and hockey coaches discuss success in build-up to Santiago 2023

 

University sport


Acting President says Chengdu is ready to host FISU Games at Heads of Delegation meeting

Acting President says Chengdu is ready to host FISU Games at Heads of Delegation meeting Leonz Eder, the International University Sport Federation's Acting President, said that Chengdu is ready to host a great Summer World University Games at the Heads of Delegations meeting in the Chinese city.

Turin 2025: Turin 2025 organisers present brain storm project at Italian Universities conference

European Universities Games: Hungarian sports officials hear update on European Universities Games in Debrecen-Miskolc

 

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FIFA World Cup


Argentina bids to replace Indonesia as FIFA Under-20 World Cup hosts

Argentina bids to replace Indonesia as FIFA Under-20 World Cup hosts Argentina has submitted a bid to host the FIFA Under-20 World Cup after Indonesia was stripped of the rights due to the country's objection about Israel participating.

Society: FIFA "committed to dialogue" about rainbow armbands at Women's World Cup

Women's World Cup 2027: Germany, Netherlands and Belgium launch joint bid to host 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup

 

Today's blog


Philip Barker: Remembering Pegasus, the university football giants

Philip Barker: Remembering Pegasus, the university football giants 

There were two historic sporting events in London last weekend, including the men's university boat race on the River Thames which continued a tradition begun in 1829.

 

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Summer Olympic sports


IFSC General Assembly votes for exception to allow President Scolaris to stand for final term in 2025

IFSC General Assembly votes for exception to allow President Scolaris to stand for final term in 2025 The International Federation of Sport Climbing has voted for an exception to allow current President Marco Scolaris to stand again for a final term at the organisation’s 2025 general election.

Boxing: IBA praises New Delhi for staging Women's World Championships

Judo: France dominate first day of IJF Grand Slam in Antalya

Tennis: ITF names Tennium as event delivery partner for Davis Cup matches in Spain

Weightlifting: Record-breaking win for US CrossFitter Nicholson after taking "a weightlifting track"

 

Winter Olympic sports


Sweden look to retain World Men's Curling Championship title in Ottawa

Sweden look to retain World Men's Curling Championship title in Ottawa The 2023 World Men's Curling Championship is set to get underway, with four-time defending champions Sweden preparing to defend their title in Ottawa.

Ski jumping: Granerud forced to wait for chance to confirm FIS World Cup ski flying title in Planica

Snowboard cross: Romero wins first title in snowboard cross at FIS Junior World Championships

 

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Paralympic Games


Paralympian Stodel appointed Para World Sailing manager

Paralympian Stodel appointed Para World Sailing manager Hannah Stodel, a four-time Paralympian for Great Britain, has been appointed as the Para World Sailing manager as the sport looks to be reinstated to the Paralympic Games.

Athletics: Sprint legend Smyth retires unbeaten and joins Paralympics Ireland as manager

Ice hockey: Moose Jaw announced as host of 2023 World Para Ice Hockey Championship

 

Non-Olympic sports


World Lacrosse launch host bidding process for 2025 to 2027

World Lacrosse launch host bidding process for 2025 to 2027 World Lacrosse has launched the host city bidding process for the four World Championships scheduled between 2025 and 2027.

Mixed martial arts: GAMMA announces first international competition of the year in Oceania

Floorball: Men's World Floorball Championship in 2022 described as "one of the most successful"

 

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