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Czech climbers transform rock face into large ice wall challenge

As temperatures dropped in the Moravian region, rock climbers made the most of freezing conditions by creating a different kind of surface to scale.

World

“Dream Big”, how Tony Parker accomplished the impossible

We speak to world-famous basketball player, Tony Parker, about his successful career in the NBA and his future projects to help today’s youth.

Sport

Russian city of Kazan to host 2022 Special Winter Olympics

The Russian city is able to host the event despite the country's ban from all major sporting events over a doping scandal, as Special Olympics International is not a signatory of the World Anti Doping Code.

Belarus

Men's Ice Hockey world cup pulls out of Belarus over safety issues

The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) said "it is currently impossible to ensure the welfare of teams, spectators and officials while holding a World Championship in Belarus."

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Biopic film Slalom looks at sexual harassment in sport

"It was really the idea of finally working on the coach-trainer relationship," its director Charlène Favier told Euronews.

Sport

Agbegnenou and Grigalashvili shine on day two in Doha

On day two of the 2021 World Judo Masters, our woman of the day was four-time World Champion Clarisse Agbegnenou, who was once again on top form, dispatching her early opponents in the under -63kg category with an incredible display of ura nages.

Sport

Krasniqi and Kim take the top honours on day one in Doha

The opening event of the 2021 judo season is underway in Doha: the invitation-only World Masters, where the highest-ranked judokas in each weight category battle it out for top spot.

Switzerland

FIFA files criminal complaint against Sepp Blatter over football museu

Blatter committed FIFA to a rental contract with the building’s owner, insurance firm Swiss Life, that requires paying €295 million through 2045 at above-market rates, the football organisation said.

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Yemen's disabled basketball players overcoming adversity on court

In Yemen's war-torn capital Sanaa, women in long-sleeved athletics shirts raced down a basketball court in wheelchairs, dribbling and passing as a small crowd cheered them on.

United Kingdom

Football and concussion: FA pressured to give clear rules

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says the Premier League should have a clear protocol for when there is a clash of heads or concussion.

Sport

Vendée Globe: The feminine touch of sailing

Six women are among the 32 "skippers" in competition, challenging the high seas in one of the toughest and most prestigious races in the world.

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On the course with Amy Boulden at the Omega Dubai Moonlight Classic

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After one of the most successful amateur careers in Welsh golfing history, Amy Boulden has just claimed her first European Tour win at the Swiss Ladies Open. We catch up with her at the Omega Dubai Moonlight Classic in this week’s Interview.

My Europe Series

Will women ever win the race to equality in sport?

Women in sport share their experiences of gender inequality - in this episode of Unreported Europe on Euronews.

USA

21-year-old is first person with Down Syndrome to finish Ironman race

Chris Nikic, from Florida, completed one of the most phisically-demanding races on the planet.

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Euronews gets its sea legs for the Vendée Globe

Before the start of one of the most difficult and prestigious sailing events in the world, next Sunday, we had the opportunity to sail for a few hours with the french skipper Armel Trion aboard the L'Occitane en Provence.

Travel News

Medieval battles are growing in popularity in Australia, but they're not for the faint hearted

With axes and swords, the mix of combat sports with 16th-century weapons is not a re-enactment, say the athletes who train three times a week for the battles.

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Nestore, the new personal coach to keep you fit in mind, body and soul

In partnership with The European Commission

The new Nestore system aims to monitor multiple aspects of the user’s lifestyle as well as medical data, and then make personalised suggestions based on the collected information.

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"It's a myth that older people can't change or improve" says wellness researcher

The new Nestore personalised coaching app aims to give you hints and tips on how to stay well as you get older.

Sport

Grand Slam Hungary 2020: Epic second round

The second day of the Hungarian Judo Grand Slam was opened by Dr Gergely Gulyas, who introduced what proved to be an epic day of Judo.

Hungary

Hungary's Budapest marathon goes ahead despite coronavirus fears

Hungary's 35th annual Budapest marathon took place despite fears over coronavirus resulting in a much lower turnout than usual