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Krystsina Tsimanouskaya: Two Belarus coaches ousted from Olympics

It was done as an interim measure during a formal investigation “in the interest of the wellbeing of the athletes,” the International Olympic Committee said.

Tech News

What does it take to time an Olympic event? Short answer: innovation

With motion sensors and touchpads, official Olympics timekeeper Omega, is striving to record more accurate data.

Health news

It's red hot in Tokyo. Here's how the Olympic athletes are coping

Ice vests, air conditioners, and a whole lot of preparation. We asked the experts how the world's best athletes can beat the heat in Japan

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Thousands paddle through St Petersburg at Sup Festival

Thousands of Russians dressed up and paddled their way through waterways of St Petersburg on Saturday.

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Moments

The best places for beginners to learn to surf

If one of Tokyo 2020’s ‘new sports on the block’ has inspired you to pick up a board, head to one of these spots first.

Japan

Today at the Olympics: Great Britain rakes in the gold

Monday morning was a good one for Team GB with two gold medals.

Ecotech

The Tokyo Olympics will merge ancient heritage with modern innovation

Japan is a country of two extremes. In the countryside, 285 kph bullet trains speed past cherry orchards which have barely changed for hundreds of years.

Mobility

Virtual reality bringing spectators closer to the action at Tokyo 2020

The in-person experience of being at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games is being enhanced thanks to virtual reality and augmented reality.

Earth News

‘No sport can escape’: Tackling climate change at the Tokyo Olympics

Extreme weather events such as storms and heatwaves, all affect competitors and spectators alike.

Ecotech

Could the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games help usher in a circular economy?

The Olympic and Paralympic Games are a platform for emerging technologies that could bring a more sustainable future.

Earth News

Euroviews. How climate change is at the heart of the Tokyo Olympics

"Recycled medals and podiums, renewable energy and low-carbon technologies - these symbols can have ground-breaking power."

Sport

Norway fined for not wearing bikini bottoms at beach handball match

Regulations require players to wear "fitted, low-cut bikini bottoms".

United Kingdom

Ash Barty beats Karolina Pliskova in 3 sets to win Wimbledon

The 25-year-old Australian, currently ranked world No 1, beat her Czech rival 6-3, 6-7 (4/7), 6-3.

France

Tour de France: Cavendish equals Merckx's record after 34th stage win

Video posted online by the Tour de France shows the British rider, 36, celebrating his win by hugging his teammates.

France

Mark Cavendish wins fourth stage of Tour de France 2021

His 31rst stage victory brings him closer to Belgian legend Eddy Merckx, who holds the record for most Tour wins with 34 stages.

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Dubai takes an active approach to fitness during the pandemic

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

For many, exercise has played a crucial role in maintaining physical and mental health during the pandemic, but how has the industry been impacted? We speak to some sport and fitness experts in Dubai to get their insight.

Nature

Plogging: What is Sweden’s new green sport?

Meet the runners using sport to clean up the planet.

Destinations

The best spots in Europe for a summer ski holiday

Here’s a selection of European destinations to escape the summer heatwave and sweep down snow-covered slopes in July and August.

USA

Carl Nassib becomes first active NFL player to come out as gay

Carl Nassib becomes first active NFL player to come out as gay

Sport

Spain's Jon Rahm wins first major golf title at US Open

The 26-year-old became the first Spanish golfer to win the US Open, and also returned to No. 1 in the world.