Canada's short track speed skaters are poised to dominate Olympics
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Britain's Hodgkinson closes 2025 inspired to pursue 800m record
NEW YORK :Britain's 800 metres Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson said she had renewed inspiration to one day tackle track's longest-standing world record as she closes out an injury-curtailed 2025 season in New York.
Algeria Qualifies for 2026 World Cup for First Time Since 2014
Algeria has become the fourth African country to qualify for the 2026 World Cup — and all of them are from the north of the continent.
Athlos eyes 'sustainable, durable' growth in track start-up's second year
NEW YORK :The women’s-only track start-up Athlos is gaining traction in its second year in New York, adding new sponsors, expanding its programme with a field event, and laying the groundwork for a multi-meet calendar in 2026.
Kipchoge hoping to complete marathon legacy with New York City Marathon run
NEW YORK :Eliud Kipchoge is hoping to leave a lasting legacy in sport when he crosses the finish line at next month’s New York City Marathon.
Liverpool, Real Betis and FIS earn Sport Positive awards
LONDON :Premier League champions Liverpool and Spanish soccer club Real Betis were amongst the winners of Sport Positive awards, announced during a two-day sports sustainability summit.
Sources: Jack Eichel, Golden Knights reach 8-year extension - ESPN
Jack Eichel and the Vegas Golden Knights have agreed to an eight-year extension that carries a $13.5 million average annual value, sources told ESPN.
Lazio ultras arrested after Winter Games corruption attempt
ROME :Two brothers from a notorious Italian soccer hooligan group, Lazio's "Irriducibili", have been arrested after trying to illegally obtain public works contracts for next year's Winter Olympics, Italian prosecutors said on Wednesday.