Canadian speed skater Béatrice Lamarche 5th in women's 1,000 metres of her Olympic debut
A trio of Canadian women made their Olympic speed skating debuts on Monday in the 1,000 metres, with Béatrice Lamarche leading the way in fifth.
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Speed skating-Eitrem and Jilek warn relocation of 2030 event could harm Games spirit
MILAN, Feb 8 : Olympic 5,000 metres champion Sander Eitrem and silver medallist Metodej Jilek voiced disappointment at the prospect of the French Alps 2030 speed skating events being held outside France, warning it could harm the competition's atmosphere.
Speed skating-Great aunt Gina would be really proud, says Lollobrigida
MILAN, Feb 7 : Francesca Lollobrigida said her great aunt, the late film star Gina Lollobrigida, would be proud to see the family name shining across a different stage after the Italian speed skater claimed 3,000 metres gold at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics on Saturday.
Speed skating-Inspired Lollobrigida wins Italy's first gold of Games
MILAN, Feb 7 : Francesca Lollobrigida powered to victory in the women's 3,000 metres speed skating on Saturday, bringing Italy its first gold medal of the Milano Cortina Winter Games and ending the Netherlands' run of three consecutive Olympic titles in the discipline.
Short track-Canada's Dandjinou, famed for "eagle" celebration, hints at surprise for first Games
MILAN, Feb 7 : Canadian short track speed skater William Dandjinou, who celebrates a win by flapping his arms like an eagle, has hinted he will adopt a new victory routine if he crosses the finish line first at his debut Olympic Games in Milan next week.
Cricket–Nervy Pakistan survive Dutch scare in T20 World Cup opener
COLOMBO, Feb 7 : The Netherlands nearly pulled off a major upset before Faheem Ashraf's breezy cameo secured a nervy three-wicket win for Pakistan in their Group A match at the Twenty20 World Cup on Saturday.
2026 World Baseball Classic: Full Rosters For USA, Japan And All 20 Teams
Aaron Judge. Shohei Ohtani. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Juan Soto. The world's biggest stars will be on display soon, and we don't even have to wait until the MLB Playoffs for the stakes to be as high as they get.
8 World Baseball Classic Matchups We Can't Wait To See
The United States is bringing its most talented roster ever to the 2026 World Baseball Classic with the hope of avenging its loss to three-time champions Japan in the 2023 championship game.