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The International Olympic Committee has ended its recommendation to exclude Belarusian athletes from competitions. They can now represent their country at events like the Olympics, while Russia's ban continues.
The International Olympic Committee has officially recommended removing all restrictions on Belarusian athletes, allowing them to compete in both individual and team events at international competitions.
The International Olympic Committee has confirmed the continued suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee, while the Belarusian NOC remains a member in good standing. The IOC's legal commission is still reviewing the case.
UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev discussed a potential match against Olympic wrestling gold medalist Kyle Snyder under the Real American Freestyle banner, contingent on a lucrative offer.
UFC heavyweight star Alexander Volkov shares his thoughts on Olympic wrestling champion Gable Steveson's future in the UFC, predicting a quick rise but noting the unique pressures of MMA.
The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (PMEF) 2026 will feature a major sports agenda with over 10 disciplines, including a hockey tournament dedicated to HC SKA's 80th anniversary and the 'Gold of Ladoga' cycling race.
Egil Christiansen, a highly decorated Norwegian coach with two decades of experience leading national teams, has been appointed as the new head coach for Sweden's cross-country skiing squad, targeting the upcoming home World Championships and the 2030 Olympics.
Veteran Norwegian coach Egil Christiansen, who led Norway's women's cross-country and men's biathlon teams for two decades, has been appointed head coach of Sweden's national team. He aims for immediate success at the upcoming home World Championships.
Hockey legend Vyacheslav Fetisov calls the Locomotive-Avangard Gagarin Cup semifinal a historic KHL series, praising Locomotive's character and the dramatic comeback victories.
Olympic champion Sergei Svetlov analyzes Avangard's Gagarin Cup semifinal loss to Lokomotiv, criticizing the club's lack of youth development and short-term strategy.
Renowned Soviet coach Tatiana Tarasova has drawn parallels between American star Ilia Malinin and Russian Olympic champions Alexei Yagudin and Evgeni Plushenko, noting their exceptional talent and impact on the sport.
Wellington Phoenix coach Bev Priestman discusses overcoming isolation from the Olympic spying scandal and leading her team to their first A-League Women's finals campaign.
Legendary Soviet coach Tatyana Tarasova comments on figure skater Sofia Muravyova leaving coach Alexei Mishin, stating inconsistent results aren't solely his fault.
Olympic champion Elena Vaytsekhovskaya analyzes the pros and cons of Russian figure skater Sofya Muravyova potentially changing her sports citizenship, focusing on Olympic qualification and financial hurdles.
Olympic medalist Sergei Samsonov analyzes Montreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov's Calder Trophy prospects, noting his strong season but tough competition from record-setting defenseman Matthew Shefer.
Russian choreographer Daniil Gleikhengauz has shared a preview of a new competitive program for national champion and 2026 Olympian Petr Gumennik ahead of the 2026/2027 season.
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Russian figure skater Alexandra Trusova, a 2022 Olympic silver medalist, shares a photo celebrating her son Mikhail's nine-month birthday.
Maria Butyrskaya, Russia's first women's world figure skating champion, shares her view on Olympic silver medalist Alexandra Trusova's prospects after her
Olympic figure skating champion Megan Duhamel receives a two-week suspension from Skate Canada for unethical actions toward another coach, effective