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Articles with tag "Sport"

On the sidelines

Russia’s National Boxing Team Pulls Out of 2020 Olympics Over Doping Ban

“For us, the most important thing is that our boxers are able to perform under the flag of Russia and our anthem will be heard.”
In the press

How Russian Media Reacted to 4-Year Olympics Ban

"We live in a country that mercilessly sacrifices the present and the future for the sake of blurring spots from the past."
opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

4-Year Doping Ban on Athletes Should Scare All Russians

Russia may lose three world championships it’s set to host — volleyball in 2022, ice hockey in 2023 and water sports in 2025.
'collective punishment'

Moscow Could Appeal Russia Sports Ban, Putin Says

Putin said Russia would analyze a decision, which, according to him, was not in the interest of sport.
Rivalry on hold

Russian Football Fans Stage Mass Walkout Over Police Crackdown

“When a fan arrives from a different country he is treated like a welcome guest, while Russian fans are treated like criminals.”
neutral flag

‘We Got What We Deserved’: Russia Reacts to Doping Ban

Russia's four-year ban from world sporting events is the latest blow to the country's already tarnished sporting reputation.
Doping drama

Russia's Athletic Coaches Must Be Fired, Top Anti-Doping Official Says

"The main problem is our culture, the culture inside the sports world," Yuri Ganus said of Russia's ongoing doping scandal.
moscowliving

Snejkom – Indoor Ski Center

If you're looking for a decent indoor ski slope, "Snejkom" is definitely your best option. The snow is not perfect but this is a pretty good venue in Moscow...
positive recommendations

Euro 2020 Football Matches in Russia Not Affected by Sanctions, WADA Says

A WADA committee this week recommended Russia be handed a four-year ban from the Olympics and world championships.
NECESSARY MEASURE

Russia, Facing Possible Olympic Ban, Pledges to Work with Anti-Doping Authorities

Russia's sport authorities will fully cooperate with WADA.
'harsh manner'

Russia's Sports Officials Cry Foul as WADA Eyes 4-Year Olympic Ban

Russia could miss out on the Tokyo Olympics next summer and world championships in a wide range of sports.
in jeopardy

Russia Again Faces Olympic Ban After Non-Compliant Recommendation

Anti-doping officials say they found evidence of manipulation of data retrieved from a tainted Moscow laboratory.
Hot in budapest

Russian Football Fans Brawl in Street Battles at Away Game in Hungary

Tensions run high when your team's fate in the playoffs is on the line.
FIFA leaks

Leaked Emails Claim to Show Russia’s FIFA World Cup Bribery Scheme

The emails reportedly contained instructions on bribing football officials to improve Russia's bid for hosting the World Cup.
Cyber espionage

Microsoft Says Russia-Linked Hackers Target Sports Organizations

At least 16 national and international sporting and anti-doping organizations across three continents were targeted.
Never a dull moment

Conor McGregor Dodges Bottles, Trains to Russian Anthem in Moscow

When in Moscow...
Sticks and stones

Conor McGregor Visits Moscow, Throws Down Challenge to Russia's Khabib Nurmagomedov

The Irishman also mentioned that he gave President Vladimir Putin the first bottle of his new brand of whiskey.
Free Speech Arena

Is a Sports Website Russia’s Most Vibrant Forum for Free Expression?

On Sports.ru, users discuss sports but they also spar over politics, economics, even identity.
ANTI-DOPING SCANDAL

Russian Anti-Doping Chief Calls for Dismissal of State Sports Officials

Russia's participation in next year's Tokyo Olympics could be at risk.
Football capital

UEFA Chooses St. Petersburg to Host 2021 Champions League Final

It will be the second time that Russia hosts a Champions League final.
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