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Daniel Etchells graduated from the University of Huddersfield with a BA honours degree in Media and Sports Journalism in 2010. Before joining insidethegames.biz, Daniel covered football for various national newspapers through the Wardle Whittell Agency and undertook placements writing for the official website of his beloved Manchester United, the Manchester Evening News and BBC Sport.

Angola joins ISA as 104th member nation

The International Surfing Association (ISA) has welcomed Angola as its 104th member nation, continuing the world governing body’s drive to expand the reach of the sport around the globe and particularly in Africa.

WBSC awards South Korea hosting rights to 2019 Under-18 Baseball World Cup

The Korea Baseball Softball Association (KBSA) has been awarded the hosting rights to the 2019 Under-18 Baseball World Cup with Gijang County in Busan chosen to stage the event.

Buenos Aires 2018 reveals details of "first inclusive" Opening Ceremony in Olympic history

Organisers of the Buenos Aires 2018 Summer Youth Olympic Games (YOG) have revealed details of what they say will be the first Opening Ceremony in modern Olympic history to leave traditional stadiums behind and take place in the host city centre.

AIBA launches "New Foundation Plan" as world governing body eyes fresh start

The International Boxing Association (AIBA) has today launched its "New Foundation Plan" following unanimous adoption by the AIBA Executive Committee.

Czech Republic upset US to secure third place in Group B at Junior Men's Softball World Championship

Czech Republic beat the United States in a 6-5 thriller today to secure third place in Group B at the Junior Men's Softball World Championship in Prince Albert in Canada.

Home duo claim surprise win to reach quarter-finals at World University Beach Volleyball Championship

Home favourites Dan John and Eric Stadie beat second seeds Mateusz Lysikowski and Mateusz Paszkowski today to secure their place in the men’s quarter-finals at the World University Beach Volleyball Championship in Munich.

Netherlands win junior team competition at FEI age group European Dressage Championships

The Netherlands won the junior dressage team competition as action continued today at the International Equestrian Federation European Championships for Children, Juniors and Young Riders in Fontainebleau.

Hosts Hungary earn place in semi-finals at Women's Junior World Handball Championship

Hungary are through to the semi-finals of the Women's Junior World Handball Championship after beating Romania in Debrecen today.

Olympic bronze medallist Ahmed dominates women's 69kg event at IWF Junior World Championships

Egypt’s Sara Ahmed claimed a clean sweep of the women’s 69 kilograms gold medals as action continued today at the 2018 International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) Junior World Championships in Tashkent.

Racing cancelled on day three of Formula Kite European Championships

Racing was cancelled today at the 2018 Formula Kite European Championships in Germany.

Spratt wins stage six to take overall lead at Giro Rosa

Australia’s Amanda Spratt has won stage six of the Giro Rosa to move to the top of the overall standings.

FEI Dressage Nations Cup season set to continue in Sweden

Swedish town Falsterbo is ready to play host to the latest leg of the 2018 International Equestrian Federation (FEI) Dressage Nations Cup with action due to begin tomorrow.

Iroquois nationals stalled travelling to Men’s Lacrosse World Championship in Israel

The Iroquois national team have been delayed in their attempt to travel to Israel for the 2018 Men’s Lacrosse World Championship due to passport procedural issues while departing Canada

Chilean named Americas Paralympic Committee Athlete of the Month for June

Chile's Francisca Mardones has been named as the Americas Paralympic Committee Athlete of the Month for June after receiving 46 per cent of the public vote.

Bobsleigh and skeleton in Denmark joins forces with athletics to try to boost sport

Bobsleigh and skeleton could be re-established as "active sports" in Denmark as part of a new initiative by the national governing body.

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When British skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won the Olympic gold medal in ice dance at Sarajevo 1984 with 12 perfect 6.0s from every judge, for their interpretation of Maurice Ravel's Boléro, an important member of their team was singer-actor Michael Crawford. Crawford, who had played Frank Spencer in British sitcom Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em and the title role in the musical The Phantom of the Opera, had become a mentor to the pair in 1981 and went on to help them create their Olympic routine. Crawford said he “taught them how to act". He was present with their trainer Betty Callaway at the ringside at Sarajevo as they created one of the most iconic moments in Olympic history.

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