Aiko Tanaka

Aiko Tanaka is a combat sports journalist and general sports reporter at Archysport. A former competitive judoka who represented Japan at the Asian Games, Aiko brings firsthand athletic experience to her coverage of judo, martial arts, and Olympic sports. Beyond combat sports, Aiko covers breaking sports news, major international events, and the stories that cut across disciplines — from doping scandals to governance issues to the business side of global sport. She is passionate about elevating the profile of underrepresented sports and athletes.

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Winter Olympics 2026: Airbags in Alpine Skiing – Safety & Rules

In downhill and Super-G, it is an obligation. During these 2026 Winter Olympics, as during all major competitions, skiers will carry an airbag on their back. Essential equipment for their safety which is triggered in the event of a fall to cushion the shock and avoid bodily trauma. Decided ahead of the 2024-2025 season, the … Read more

İsa Doğan Surgery: Galatasaray Injury Update

Cheekbone was broken ©IMAGO In the first minutes of the second half of the Turkish Cup 3rd group match between Galatasaray and İstanbulspor on Wednesday, İstanbulspor’s successful goalkeeper İsa Doğan, who was on the same ball as Ahmed Kutucu, could not continue the game after receiving a blow to his face. Istanbulspor Club published an … Read more

Kalla’s Era: A Rare Harmony

Swedish Skiing’s Olympic Gold Rush: Can Sundling Lead the Charge Amidst Weather Woes? Beijing, China – The air in Beijing is thick wiht anticipation, but for Swedish cross-country skiing fans, it’s also tinged with a familiar anxiety. As the Olympic races loom, the question isn’t just if Sweden will win gold, but how they’ll navigate … Read more

Saša Mitrofanov: Humanity & Beyond

the Unthinkable: A Dark Chapter in Sports history and What it Means for Us By ArchySports Staff October 27, 2023 In the often-celebrated world of sports, where heroes are forged and rivalries ignite passions, we rarely confront the absolute nadir of human behavior. Yet, a recent, deeply disturbing account forces us to grapple with a … Read more

Carlens Arcus: Hope & Football for Haitian Youth

Haiti’s World Cup Dream: A Beacon of Hope Fueled by Unwavering Ambition Port-au-Prince, Haiti – For many, achieving one dream is a lifelong pursuit. For one Haitian football prodigy, two dreams have been realized, igniting a powerful flame of ambition that serves as a beacon for a nation yearning for hope.This isn’t just a story … Read more