Saxo Bank has announced a partnership with nine international athletes, including Thibaut Courtois, Rasmus Højlund, and Teddy Riner, to anchor a new promotional strategy focused on the parallels between elite sports performance and financial investment. A diverse roster of international talent The campaign features a pool of athletes spanning several sports, changing the bank's marketing … Read more
French judoka Teddy Riner declined a 15-million-euro offer from the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in 2023 because moving to mixed martial arts would have meant betraying his community, as reported. The multi-time Olympic champion, who trained in judo from age five and secured gold medals in both individual and team events at the Paris 2024 … Read more
The French national judo team, two-time defending Olympic champions, finished far from the podium at the World Championships in Baku after falling to Russia in the quarterfinals and to Georgia in the repechage, sports reports revealed on Sunday. Baku Campaign Falters After High Ambitions The competition in the capital of Azerbaijan marked a difficult conclusion … Read more
Teddy Riner rejected a €15 million ($16.3 million USD) financial offer from UFC Chief Executive Officer Dana White to cross over into mixed martial arts, confirming that the multi-million dollar switch conflicts with his core values and loyalty to judo. The French judo heavyweight legend addressed the recurring speculation surrounding an octagon debut during an … Read more
French judo legend Teddy Riner has broken his silence on a wave of targeted online abuse, declaring that while political debate remains completely legitimate, hate speech and racism cross a definitive line. The multiple Olympic champion addressed the cyberharassment campaign on the X platform, confirming that legal action is underway following formal complaints filed with … Read more
The Paris public prosecutor’s office announced on Wednesday that an official investigation has been opened into public racist insults and cyberharassment targeting French judoka Teddy Riner. Paris Prosecutor Opens Judicial Inquiry Judicial authorities in the French capital confirmed the launch of the probe following a wave of online abuse directed at the multi-time Olympic and … Read more
French judo heavyweight legend Teddy Riner is slated to make his competitive return to the tatami on August 16, 2025, entering the Grand Prix de Lima in Peru just over two years after capturing his historic gold medals at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. International judo calendars and tournament registrations confirm the multi-time Olympic champion’s … Read more
The French national judo team will compete in the upcoming World Championships without Amandine Buchard, while Clarisse Agbégnénou remains a central fixture of the squad. Buchard is currently pursuing a dual-sport ambition to qualify for both judo and rugby at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, according to reports on her athletic trajectory. Why is Amandine … Read more
French Judo Sets Sights on LA 2028 With Mongolia Grand Slam Selection The road to the 2028 Summer Olympics has officially begun for French judo. In a move that signals the start of a grueling four-year qualification cycle, the French Judo Federation has announced the roster for the upcoming Grand Chelem de Mongolie (Mongolia Grand … Read more
Williamsburg, Virginia: A hub for Sports Enthusiasts adn Athletes Alike for sports fans and active individuals across the United States, finding the perfect destination that blends athletic competition with local charm can be a challenge. However, Williamsburg, Virginia, is emerging as a premier location, offering a diverse range of sporting events, top-tier venues, and abundant … Read more