Brutal Bormio could be kinder to Canada's Olympic downhill skiers
Bormio in February is not Bormio in December.
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Ski jumping-Slovenia and Japan favourites to shine in Predazzo
VAL DI FIEMME, Italy, Feb 3 : When the Winter Olympics start in northern Italy this week the spotlight in ski jumping will fall on Predazzo in the Val di Fiemme, a venue that has become one of the most technically demanding hills in the sport.
Farrell springs selection surprises as Furlong adds to Ireland injury woes
DUBLIN, Feb 3 : Prop Tadhg Furlong ran out of time to be fit for Ireland's Six Nations opener in France, adding to Andy Farrell's long injury list, but the coach nevertheless sprung some selection surprises by handing starts to Jacob Stockdale and Cian Prendergast.
Manchester United announce exit day after transfer window slams shut
Manchester United have confirmed that Sekou Kone has joined Lausanne-Sport on loan until the end of the season, subject to international clearance. The 19-year-old was on the bench for three Premier League games last season but is yet to make his senior debut.
Sources: Ravens' Switzer joining Monken's Browns staff as OC - ESPN
The Cleveland Browns are hiring Ravens run game coordinator Travis Switzer to be their offensive coordinator, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter, bringing a trusted assistant from Baltimore to join new coach Todd Monken's staff.
Australia to kick off 2027 World Cup against Hong Kong
SYDNEY, Feb 3 : Hosts Australia will kick off the 2027 Rugby World Cup against debutants Hong Kong in Perth on October 1, with the final scheduled for Sydney on November 13, as World Rugby released the fixtures for the biggest-ever tournament on Tuesday.
Cristiano Ronaldo does not play for Al Nassr amid reports of fallout with club
Cristiano Ronaldo did not play for Al Nassr on Monday amid reports he has fallen out with the club over their recent transfer window.
Ice hockey proving the hottest ticket as sales approach 1.2 million
MILAN, Feb 2 : Almost 1.2 million tickets have been sold for the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics and the Paralympics, local organisers said on Monday, with ice hockey topping the list.