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Russian Figure Skating Championships: A Prelude to Olympic Qualification

The Russian Figure Skating Championships in Omsk will showcase top skaters competing for medals and potential Olympic qualification, with intense rivalries expected in men's singles, pairs, and dance categories.

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Tarjei Boe Triumphs in Mass Start at Grand-Bornand, French Team Disappointed

2024-12-22T12:39:08.899Z

Tarjei Boe of Norway won the men's mass start at Grand-Bornand, while the French biathletes faced disappointment after strong performances in previous events.

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Mbappe Surpasses Messi and Ronaldo at 26: A Statistical Comparison

2024-12-22T10:49:04.317Z

Kylian Mbappe, at 26, surpasses Messi and Ronaldo in goals and assists, showcasing his potential to become one of football's all-time greats.

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Iraq vs Yemen: Gulf Cup 26 Match Date and Broadcast Details

2024-12-22T14:28:30.885Z

The Iraqi national football team will face Yemen in the Gulf Cup 26 tournament, aiming to defend their title as the match kicks off on December 22, 2024, in Kuwait.

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Léon Marchand and Clarisse Agbégnénou: France's Favorite Athletes of 2024

2024-12-22T14:38:35.562Z

Léon Marchand and Clarisse Agbégnénou have been voted as the favorite athletes of the French public in 2024, reflecting the impact of the Olympic Games on national sports.

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Usyk Defeats Fury: What’s Next for Heavyweight Boxing?

2024-12-22T13:58:53.074Z

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury in a controversial rematch, raising questions about the future of both fighters in heavyweight boxing.

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Adnan Al-Qassar: The Equestrian Champion and Political Prisoner of Syria

2024-12-22T09:38:46.143Z

Adnan Al-Qassar, a celebrated Syrian equestrian champion, faced 21 years of imprisonment due to political rivalry with Basil Al-Assad, highlighting the intersection of sports and politics in Syria.

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Chris Hoy Reveals Terminal Cancer Diagnosis, Maintains Positive Outlook

2024-10-21T21:42:57.938Z

Chris Hoy, the six-time Olympic gold medalist, has revealed his terminal cancer diagnosis, a fact he kept secret for nearly a year. Despite facing stage 4 cancer and his wife's recent diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, Hoy maintains a positive outlook on life and aims to inspire others through his upcoming memoir.

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Zaccharie Risacher Excited for NBA Debut with Atlanta Hawks

2024-10-21T20:33:13.239Z

Zaccharie Risacher, the first overall pick in the NBA Draft, is set to debut with the Atlanta Hawks, expressing excitement and a strong commitment to team success.

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Neymar Makes Emotional Return to Football After Year-Long Injury

2024-10-21T19:22:56.637Z

Neymar returned to professional football after a year-long recovery from a serious knee injury, playing for Al Hilal in a thrilling match against Al Ain.

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Douglas dos Santos Gains Russian Citizenship, Strengthening Zenit St. Petersburg

2024-10-21T18:13:48.466Z

Brazilian footballer Douglas dos Santos has officially received Russian citizenship, allowing him to play for Zenit St. Petersburg without being classified as a legionnaire, amid ongoing discussions about foreign player limits in the Russian Premier League.

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PSG vs. PSV Eindhoven: Key Matchup in Champions League Amid Controversies

2024-10-21T17:13:15.912Z

PSG faces PSV Eindhoven in a crucial Champions League match, navigating both on-field challenges and off-field controversies, including the absence of PSV supporters and legal actions against homophobic behavior in football.

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Bruno Retailleau Calls for Action Against Homophobia in Ligue 1

2024-10-21T13:23:29.054Z

Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau is set to meet with French football leaders to address recent incidents of homophobic chants and violence in Ligue 1 matches.

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106 Footballers Urge FIFA to End Sponsorship with Saudi Oil Giant Aramco

2024-10-21T12:03:28.590Z

A group of 106 professional footballers from around the world has called on FIFA to terminate its sponsorship agreement with Saudi oil company Aramco, citing the regime's human rights violations against women and the LGBTQ+ community.

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Artur Beterbiev Reflects on Victory and Future Plans in Boxing

2024-10-21T07:54:00.874Z

Artur Beterbiev, the newly crowned undisputed light heavyweight champion, reflects on his recent victory over Dmitry Bivol and discusses future plans, including a potential move to heavyweight and a rematch with Bivol.

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New York Liberty Makes History with First WNBA Championship

2024-10-21T07:52:52.750Z

The New York Liberty clinched their first WNBA Championship in a thrilling overtime victory against the Minnesota Lynx, marking a historic moment in women's basketball.