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Paris Olympics sports bodies seek IOC clarity on Russia

LAUSANNE, Switzerland: Ongoing uncertainty about letting Russian athletes try to qualify for the Paris Olympics affects “less than half” of its 32 sports, the umbrella group of Summer Games governing bodies said on Friday. Those sports have an urgent need for more clarity from the International Olympic Committee with qualification events pending less than 17 months before the opening ceremony in Paris. Most sports bodies are still imposing a year-old ban on Russia and its military ally Belarus because of their war in Ukraine — a ban recommended by the IOC citing the security of athletes before shifting its position as Paris nears.

Djokovic's 20-match win streak ends with Medvedev defeat

Novak Djokovic's 20-match win streak and perfect start to 2023 came to an end on Friday when Daniil Medvedev won their Dubai Championship semi-final in straight sets.

Daniil Medvedev ends Novak Djokovic win streak at 20 matches

Daniil Medvedev ended Novak Djokovic's 20-match winning streak by beating the world's top-ranked player 6-4, 6-4 on Friday to reach the final at the Dubai Championships.

Medvedev ends Djokovic run to book Dubai final with Rublev

:Daniil Medvedev handed Novak Djokovic his first defeat of the year, beating the world number one 6-4 6-4 on Friday to reach the Dubai Tennis Championships final where he plays holder Andrey Rublev for a third title in as many weeks.

European Chess Union accepts Russia's departure to join Asian federation

The European Chess Union has acknowledged Russia's move to join the Asian Chess Federation and will support Russian players who wish to individually switch back to Europe, ECU Vice President Dana Reizniece-Ozola said.

Paris Olympics sports governing bodies seek IOC clarity on Russian matter

Ongoing uncertainty about letting Russian athletes try to qualify for the Paris Olympics affects "less than half" of its 32 sports, the umbrella group of Summer Games governing bodies said on Friday.

Even Lewis Hamilton would struggle in McLaren's 2023 F1 car, says Lando Norris

Lando Norris has hit back at those questioning his decision to sign for McLaren, insisting he remains unfazed by their criticism.

Daniil Medvedev 'wants to play Wimbledon' but 'just going to wait for it' ahead of summer Grand Slam

Daniil Medvedev has told Eurosport «I want to play on grass, I want to play Wimbledon» as he looks ahead to the summer and returning to the year's third Grand Slam that he had to miss last season. Like all Russian and Belarusian players, Medvedev was unable to compete at Wimbledon last year due to the tournament’s ban, but he maximised his opportunities on grass at other events outside the UK, making finals in 's-Hertogenbosch and Halle. Ad His only non-hard court title came on grass in Mallorca back in 2021 and he feels it’s a surface he can do well on if given the chance to participate in Wimbledon this year.

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Paris Olympics sports bodies seek IOC clarity on Russia

Djokovic's 20-match win streak ends with Medvedev defeat

Daniil Medvedev ends Novak Djokovic win streak at 20 matches

Medvedev ends Djokovic run to book Dubai final with Rublev

European Chess Union accepts Russia's departure to join Asian federation

Paris Olympics sports governing bodies seek IOC clarity on Russian matter

Even Lewis Hamilton would struggle in McLaren's 2023 F1 car, says Lando Norris

Daniil Medvedev 'wants to play Wimbledon' but 'just going to wait for it' ahead of summer Grand Slam