Three Cuban Judo Medalists Defect After Florida Tournament

Three Cuban Judo Medalists Defect After Florida Tournament

Three members of Cuba’s national judo team — Lianet Cardona, Dayanara Curbelo and Jonathan Charón — left the delegation that competed at the Pan American Open in Florida after all three reached the podium, 14ymedio reported. The departures came within hours of state media celebrating the “joys” and “hopes” the sport had delivered for the … Read more

Diyora Keldiyorova Wins Gold at Aqtau Asian Open

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Diyora Keldiyorova returned to competition by winning the gold medal in the 52 kg division at the Aqtau Asian Open 2026 in Kazakhstan, prompting an official statement of praise from the National Olympic Committee of Uzbekistan. National Olympic Committee Issues Official Statement on Comeback The National Olympic Committee of Uzbekistan formally acknowledged the victory through … Read more

Deportes Adaptados: Bádminton, Ciclismo, Fútbol y Más para Personas con Discapacidad

The II Juegos Parasuramericanos, scheduled for 2026 in Valledupar, Colombia, serve as a critical developmental milestone for regional athletes aiming for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games. By providing a high-level competitive environment, the event offers Para athletes a platform to refine their technical skills and secure necessary international rankings ahead of the next Paralympic … Read more

Aaron Chia & Soh Wooi Yik Split for Japan Open 2024 – World No. 3 Pair Pull Out from July 14-19 Tournament

Badminton Shock: Chia & Wooi Yik Split for Japan Open – What It Means for Their Title Defense Daniel Richardson June 5, 2026 • Updated 14:30 UTC 12 min read The badminton world was rocked Wednesday when the official Japan Open draw revealed World No. 3 Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik will compete in … Read more

TUDN: The History of Archery as an Olympic Sport – Origins, Evolution, and Legacy in the Games

Archery has been part of the Olympic Games for over a century, with a history that reflects both tradition and evolution in international sport. The sport made its debut at the 1900 Paris Olympics, where it was included as part of the early modern Games’ experimental program. Competitors from several nations participated in various archery … Read more

Sandra Laoura: 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Dream

Former Olympic mogul skiing medalist Sandra Laoura, disabled since a training accident, has returned to sport in the hope of qualifying and winning a medal at the 2028 Summer Paralympic Games in para-cycling, she announced Thursday. “What if I became the first female Olympic and Paralympic medalist? It’s quite a challenge, very ambitious, but together, … Read more

Brisbane: Believe, Belong, Reinvent – Your City Story

The organizers of the Brisbane Summer Olympics and Paralympics unveiled on Wednesday the official slogan for the competition which is to be held in 2032 in Australia. Believe, belong, reinvent yourself: the organizers of the Brisbane Summer Olympics and Paralympics unveiled on Wednesday the official slogan of the competition which is to be held in … Read more

Paralympics Sponsors: Athletes Seek Funding at Roissy Airport

Para-Athletes Face Uphill Battle for Sponsorship Amidst Economic Uncertainty Paris, France – As the dust settles on recent sporting triumphs, a stark reality is emerging for many para-athletes: the post-games landscape is proving to be a challenging terrain for securing vital sponsorship. Despite their incredible achievements and dedication, athletes are finding it increasingly difficult to … Read more

Charles Coste: Olympic Coach’s Private Burial

The world of cycling,and indeed the broader Olympic community,recently bid a quiet farewell to Charles Coste,who passed away at the age of 101. Coste, the oldest living Olympic champion, was laid to rest in a private ceremony, a stark contrast to the public fanfare that frequently enough accompanies such figures in the modern sports landscape. … Read more