Throwing punches: Sask. teen boxer Havanna Demers has her eyes on Youth Olympics
Inside a Saskatoon boxing gym, Havanna Demers moves across the floor quickly, throwing punches with intent, control and precision.
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Franco Nones, the Italian who broke Nordic cross-country dominance, to carry flag
MILAN, Feb 4 : When Franco Nones won the 30 km cross-country gold at the 1968 Grenoble Winter Olympics, he did more than claim Italy's first Olympic title in the sport - he cracked open a discipline long ruled by Scandinavians and the Soviet Union.
Switzerland 2038 Winter Games bid could be finalised by 2027, says IOC
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England coach McCullum praises 'tough lad' Brook's response to NZ controversy
Feb 4 : England head coach Brendon McCullum is impressed with white-ball captain Harry Brook for his deft handling of a recent controversy and leading the team to a series victory in Sri Lanka ahead of their campaign in the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup.
Kante joins Fenerbahce after transfer dispute
Feb 4 : N'Golo Kante has joined Fenerbahce, the Turkish side announced on Wednesday after controversy over the completion of the deal, while Morocco forward Youssef En-Nesyri has moved to Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad.
Former All Black Coles joins panel to pick new head coach
Feb 4 : Former New Zealand hooker Dane Coles has been added to the panel selecting the All Blacks' new head coach, bringing a recent player's voice to the process.
NFLPA's interim boss: Players 'have no appetite' for 18th game - ESPN
SAN FRANCISCO — Despite a renewed push from NFL ownership to move toward 18 regular-season games, NFL Players Association leadership made it clear Tuesday that the players aren't in support of an expanded regular-season schedule.
Snowboard-Tricks and speed on show in Livigno as Kim goes for third gold
LIVIGNO, Italy, Feb 3 : American Chloe Kim will aim for a third straight halfpipe gold medal as the Olympic snowboarding competitions begin on Thursday, promising breathtaking tricks and intense racing in the northern Italian town of Livigno.