Kirill Dmitriev has stated that Moscow is actively working on bringing events back Work is being done to bring UFC events back to Russia, President Vladimir Putin’s economic aide, Kirill Dmitriev, said in a Telegram post on Sunday, signaling renewed efforts to restore ties with global mixed martial arts. “We are working on the return…
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‘We did it’: Ovechkin’s record carries a key political message
How Ovechkin’s 895th goal may influence international politics A powerful shot, the puck crosses the goal line, the siren sounds, and a legend throws his hands up in the air while the crowd at the UBS Arena in New York explodes in cheers. Both American and Russian fans rejoice, as the man scores his 895th goal….
Men shouldn’t be in women’s sports competitions – UN official
Male athletes have a natural advantage over females, making competition between the sexes unfair and dangerous, Reem Alsalem believes Athletes who were born male should not be allowed to compete in women’s sports because they enjoy an unfair advantage, according to the UN special rapporteur on violence against women and girls, Reem Alsalem. Her comments follow a…
FIFA will not ban Israel – media
The Palestinian Football Association has called for the country to be barred from sporting events over the war in Gaza The world football governing body, FIFA, reportedly has no intention of suspending Israeli teams from its tournaments over the war in Gaza. The Palestinian Football Association (PFA) submitted a proposal to suspend Israel in May,…
Argentinian soccer star applies for Russian passport
Benjamin Garre has signed a contract with Russia’s Krylia Sovetov for three and a half years Argentinian professional soccer player Benjamin Garre has declared his intention to apply for Russian citizenship just months after signing a contract with the Krylia Sovetov club based in the Russian city of Samara. The 22-year-old left winger first told…
Checkmate: Russian and Chinese stars prepare for tense stand-off in Kazakhstan
Magnus Carlsen won’t defend his title, leaving China’s Ding Liren to face Russia’s Ian Nepomniachtchi in Astana for chess’ top honor Russia and China have been making headlines of late for their deepening bilateral ties, but for three weeks in April, two men from these respective countries will be locked in a fierce battle for…
Russian moves: Here are five athletes who electrified their sports with unique tricks
From ice hockey to gymnastics, Russian athletes have created numerous signature moves down the years Russian athletes have undoubtedly made their mark on sports worldwide – so much so that some moves in their chosen disciplines have been named in their honor because of the way they popularized or introduced them. Here, we look at…
‘Before a game I down a nice vodka to tone my muscles’: How the Russian ‘Black Spider’ took football to new heights
Lev Yashin remains revered as a benchmark of goalkeeping excellence The world of football was cast into mourning last December with the passing of Pele, one of the undisputed greats of the game. The death of the Brazilian legend led to tributes from far and wide, as fans reflected on the impact of a man…
Medvedev beats Rublev in all-Russian final
The world number seven also saw off Novak Djokovic in the semifinals on his way to the title in Dubai Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev continued his resurgent form with victory in the final of the ATP tour event in Dubai, where he defeated compatriot Andrey Rublev in straight sets on Saturday. Medvedev triumphed 6-2…
Medvedev beats Rublev in all-Russian final
The world number seven also saw off Novak Djokovic in the semifinals on his way to the title in Dubai Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev continued his resurgent form with victory in the final of the ATP tour event in Dubai, where he defeated compatriot Andrey Rublev in straight sets on Saturday. Medvedev triumphed 6-2…