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AIBA set to hold elections in 2022 following IOC warning

AIBA set to hold elections in 2022 following IOC warning The International Boxing Association is set to hold elections for its rebranded Board of Directors next year in response to a warning from the International Olympic Committee over its lack of progress in implementing crucial reforms.
 

Governing bodies


Russia pulls candidate who rejected Tokyo 2020 judging complaint from FIG elections

Russia pulls candidate who rejected Tokyo 2020 judging complaint from FIG elections Russia has withdrawn incumbent Rhythmic Gymnastics Technical Committee chair Natalia Kuzmina from the list of candidates at the upcoming elections after the body she leads dismissed complaints of biased judging made by the country following the controversial all-around final at Tokyo 2020.

Football: UEFA calls for "proper consultation" over plans for biennial World Cup and criticises FIFA’s "speculative" approach

Athletics: Beattie appointed as UK Athletics chairman as British athletes appeal to Seb Coe for help

Swimming: Kenya Swimming Federation facing possible FINA ban over election delay

 

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Governing bodies


Kangaroo called Karlu unveiled as mascot for 2022 FIBA Women's World Cup

Kangaroo called Karlu unveiled as mascot for 2022 FIBA Women's World Cup A kangaroo called Karlu has been unveiled as the mascot for the Women’s Basketball World Cup, which is due to start in exactly one year’s time.

Ice hockey: Putin praises IIHF for showing "trust" in Russia to host major events

Cricket: MCC rewords Laws of Cricket to include gender-neutral term "batters"

Cycling: Former Hockey Australia high performance manager to lead Tokyo 2020 cycling malfunction investigation

 

Coronavirus crisis


Vietnam set October deadline to make decision on hosting postponed Southeast Asian Games

Vietnam set October deadline to make decision on hosting postponed Southeast Asian Games Vietnam has been set a deadline of next month to decide whether it will host the postponed Southeast Asian Games after it was pushed back to 2022 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the head of the Philippine Olympic Committee.

Tennis: Tsitsipas plans to get vaccinated this year after criticism over reluctance

Golf: Ryder Cup captains have COVID-19 contingency plan in event of positive cases

 

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Los Angeles 2028


New Los Angeles 2028 chief insists Games will be "on time and on budget"

New Los Angeles 2028 chief insists Games will be  New Los Angeles 2028 chief executive Kathy Carter has stressed the Olympic and Paralympic Games will be delivered "on time and on budget".

Appointment: Carter promoted to chief executive of Los Angeles 2028

Football: Los Angeles 2028 Ceremonies stadium proposed as World Cup host

Politics: Newsom survives recall election to remain California Governor

 

National Olympic Committees


National Olympic Committee of Kenya elections must "demonstrate sobriety", says President

National Olympic Committee of Kenya elections must  Scheduled to take place next month, the National Olympic Committee of Kenya elections must "demonstrate sobriety", President Paul Tergat has said.

Albania: Albanian basketball player Shima appointed as new secretary general of country’s National Olympic Committee

Barbados: Waithe, Morgan represent Barbados Olympic Association at International Olympic Academy

Bahrain: Bahrain Olympic Committee signs MoU with United Through Sports

Fiji: FASANOC to send reduced team to Pacific Mini Games after funding cut

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Today's blog


Alan Hubbard: Olympic giants clash in London for sport’s richest prize but it could be heavy going for home-towner A.J

Alan Hubbard: Olympic giants clash in London for sport’s richest prize but it could be heavy going for home-towner A.J The oldest adage in boxing is that a good little 'un will always beat a good little ‘un, and by and large, so to speak, history has proved this is to be true. Especially when boxers, particularly in the heavier division, move up to challenge for titles at a higher weight.
 

Summer Olympic sports


Marathon great Keitany announces retirement from athletics because of back injury

Marathon great Keitany announces retirement from athletics because of back injury Kenya’s marathon world record holder Mary Keitany has announced her retirement from athletics at the age of 39 after failing to recover from a back injury which she has partly blamed on the COVID-19 pandemic stopping her from receiving the correct treatment.

Canoeing: France claim double men’s team gold on opening day of Canoe Slalom World Championships

Table tennis: Lebesson stunned by Monteiro on day of surprises at WTT Star Contender Doha

Equestrian: Klimke looking to join exclusive club with third win at European Eventing Championship

 

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Summer Olympic sports


Fitting finale for Martin as Germany win mixed relay team time trial at World Road Cycling Championships

Fitting finale for Martin as Germany win mixed relay team time trial at World Road Cycling Championships Tony Martin completed his road cycling career with another time trial title as Germany won the mixed relay event at the World Road Cycling Championships in Flanders, Belgium.

Archery: Olympic gold medallists top recurve qualifying at World Archery Championships

Baseball: WBSC Under-23 Baseball World Cup set to open in Mexico

 

Winter Olympic sports


Logo for 2023 IIHF World Championship revealed as work on venue continues

Logo for 2023 IIHF World Championship revealed as work on venue continues The logo for the 2023 International Ice Hockey Federation World Championship has been unveiled - with organisers insisting preparations for the men's event in Russian city Saint Petersburg remain on track.

Figure skating: Final Beijing 2022 figure skating qualifier to open in Germany

Alpine skiing: FIS inspects preparations for 2022 Alpine Junior World Ski Championships

 

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Paralympic Games


Greek President celebrates achievements of returning Paralympians at reception

Greek President celebrates achievements of returning Paralympians at reception Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou hailed the "mental strength" of the country’s returning Paralympians during a reception at the Presidential Palace.

Ice hockey: Sweden book last ticket to Beijing 2022 qualification tournament after shootout win at World Championships B-Pool

Boccia: Malaysian boccia player receives cash prize after silver at Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

 

Non-Olympic sports


Brazilian Floorball Association recognised by the Olympic Committee of Brazil

Brazilian Floorball Association recognised by the Olympic Committee of Brazil The Brazilian Floorball Association has been confirmed as a "recognised entity" by the Olympic Committee of Brazil.

Squash: World's top players arrive for Oracle NetSuite Open as organisers confirm COVID-19 rules

Teqball: FITEQ discusses teqball and Para teqball's Austria future

 

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