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Zagreb Judo Grand Prix wows crowds on third day

Who won what on day three of the Zagreb Judo Grand Prix in the Croatian capital.

Sport

Zagreb Judo Grand Prix showcases young judoka talents

All the latest developments on day two of the competition.

Sport

Rising Stars Shine at Judo Grand Prix Zagreb 2024

All the latest developments on the first day of the World Judo Tour.

Lifestyle

Horseback wrestling to goat polo: A guide to the World Nomad Games

The 5th World Nomad Games, held in Astana, Kazakhstan, brings together athletes from 91 countries to compete in 21 traditional nomadic sports.

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Europe News

What will be the legacy of the 2024 Paris Paralympics?

The Paris Paralympic Games broke records with 169 participating delegations and 165 media outlets covering the event. But what long-lasting legacy will remain now that the Games are over?

Focus

First Gushtingiri World Championships draw global crowds to Dushanbe

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In this episode of Focus, we attend the inaugural World Gushtingiri Championships in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

Europe News

Ukrainian Paralympians recall hellish training ahead of games

Russia destroyed or damaged around 500 Ukrainian Paralympic sports facilities, forcing Ukrainian athletes to prepare for the Paris games in precarious conditions. Yet the team could end up doing better than in Tokyo 2020. Euronews asked some of the athletes how they made it possible.

Culture news

Kazakhstan prairies ready to rumble for the World Nomad Games

More than 2,000 athletes are going to revive ancient warfare skills into sports disciplines such as horseback archery and falconry.

Sport

Euroviews. Fencing at the Olympics was transparent and triumphant

The inexorable desire to subordinate sports to politics is disappointing. People should compete only in sports and do it fairly — and fencing attacks should only occur in a fair bout on the fencing field, FIE Interim President Emmanuel Katsiadakis writes.

Culture news

Everything we know about the Paris Paralympic Games opening ceremony

Around 4,400 para-athletes will take to the Avenue des Champs-Elysées for a "people's parade" choreographed by Sweden's Alexander Ekman.

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Kite festival raises awareness for endangered species

The long-running kite festival on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast is captivating enthusiasts and spectators in Primorsko.

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Bosnians embrace the competitive spirit of their own Olympics

The Nevesinje Olympics in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina are a unique sporting event that blends traditional and unconventional competitions.

Europe News

Lamine Yamal's father stabbed 'multiple times' in car park assault

At least three people have been arrested on charges of attempted murder.

France

Which continent is the most successful in the history of the Olympics?

Europe and the Americas have been dominating the tables for over a century, but Asia has started narrowing the gap.

USA

Preparations for Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics already under way

The 2028 Olympic Games will be held from 14 to 30 July, marking the third time the US West Coast city hosts the games.

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From concrete jungles to sandy shores: the dynamic sporting landscape of Brazil

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Brazil’s vibrant sporting culture extends far beyond its world-famous football pitches. From the skate parks of São Paulo to the bike trails of Bahia, this South American giant caters to every kind of thrill-seeker and adventurer.

France

Have the Olympics alienated the general public from breakdancing?

"There were significant organisational and governance shortcomings that could have been easily reconciled but, unfortunately, negatively impacted breaking’s first touching point to a new global audience," said breakdancing authorities.

France

Competing for two: Pregnant Olympians break the taboo in Paris

Expectant athletes have been pushing boundaries at this year's Olympics in Paris, as more research reveals what how far women can go while further into their pregnancy.

World News

OnlyFans to haircare: Which Olympians have a side hustle?

OnlyFans has picked up in recent years as an additional source of income for sportsmen, with many Olympians creating their profile on the paid-subscription platform.

USA

CrossFit Games athlete dies in Texas lake swimming event

A competitor in the CrossFit Games has died while competing in a swimming event on Thursday in a Texas lake.