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Patrick O’Kane is a junior reporter at insidethegames.biz. He graduated from the University of Sunderland with a degree in Journalism Studies, and built his experience as a sports reporter at The Westmorland Gazette in Cumbria. Patrick was a flash-quote reporter for LOCOG at the London 2012 Paralympics and has covered the Giro d’Italia, Tour de France and Heineken Cup rugby as a freelance writer.

Yekaterinburg 2023 venue budget "mainly privately funded"

Alexander Chernov, director general of the Yekaterinburg Bid Committee, praised the Russian city’s strengths after it was confirmed as host for the 2023 Summer Universiade at the International University Sports Federation (FISU) Executive Committee meeting here yesterday.

Floorball set for big changes as IFF trial new proposals

The International Floorball Federation (IFF) will test a new format as it begins the process of renewing its strategy for the period 2021to 2032.

German and Hungarian delegations in Naples for talks on hosting 2025 Summer Universiade

As the 2019 Summer Universiade prepares for a grand unveiling here tomorrow, the first murmurings of the 2025 edition suggest the Games could be heading to either Germany or Hungary.

USOPC announce reforms to strengthen student-athlete development

Student-athletes in America should have an easier journey to success after the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) Collegiate Advisory Council (CAC) introduced legislative plans to provide more structure.

Shigetaka Mori elected new President of Japan Rugby Football Union

With just under three months to go until the Rugby World Cup, Shigetaka Mori has been announced as the new President of Japan Rugby Football Union (JRFU).

Egyptian books fifth Paralympic Games table tennis appearance with victory in Alexandria

Egypt's Mohamed Sameh Eid Saleh was elated after coming through "the toughest qualification" to become the first African table tennis player to feature at a fifth Paralympic Games in Tokyo next year.

FIFA Women's World Cup set to exceed one billion TV views

Global audiences are set to reach one billion by the time the FIFA Women's World Cup finishes on Sunday in Lyon, France, according to Fox Sports.

Tonorio launches bid for sixth Paralympic gold medal at Tokyo 2020 qualifier

Brazilian Antonio Tenorio tops the International Paralympic Committee (IPC)'S "Ones to Watch" list ahead of the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Judo International Qualifier for next year's Paralympic Games due to start in Fort Wayne tomorrow.

Longines sign deal extension to secure long-term partnership with FEI Jumping World Cup North American League series

Swiss watchmaker Longines has extended its agreement with the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) Jumping World Cup North American League to remain as its title sponsor.

Russian team of 275 athletes arrives in Italy for Naples 2019

A team of 275 Russian athletes has arrived in Naples for the 2019 Summer Universiade, due to begin here on Wednesday (July 3).

Goalball places at Tokyo 2020 up for grabs at IBSA International Qualifier

Places at next year's Paralympic Games will be on line when the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Goalball and Judo International Qualifier for Tokyo 2020 begins in Fort Wayne tomorrow.

International Paralympic Committee grant provisional membership to Maldives

The Maldives Paralympic (MPC) has been granted provisional membership of the International Paralympic Committee, it has been announced.

USA Curling announce New York's Franklin Group as promotions partner

USA Curling (USCA) has formed an agreement with New York-based Franklin Group to become their official printing and promotions partner.

Lee heads strong South Korean squad for BWF Canada Open

Olympic gold medallist Lee Yong-dae heads a strong South Korean challenge for 2019 Badminton World Federation (BWF) Yonex Canada Open due to begin in Calgary tomorrow.

World Flying Disc Federation bring in new executive staff to boost development

The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) has added two new members to its executive staff to cater for its growing needs and greater professionalism.

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When British skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won the Olympic gold medal in ice dance at Sarajevo 1984 with 12 perfect 6.0s from every judge, for their interpretation of Maurice Ravel's Boléro, an important member of their team was singer-actor Michael Crawford. Crawford, who had played Frank Spencer in British sitcom Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em and the title role in the musical The Phantom of the Opera, had become a mentor to the pair in 1981 and went on to help them create their Olympic routine. Crawford said he “taught them how to act". He was present with their trainer Betty Callaway at the ringside at Sarajevo as they created one of the most iconic moments in Olympic history.

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