Sports Russia launches major campaign to restore flag and anthem at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games amid IOC limits Russian officials are intensifying diplomatic efforts for full Olympic reinstatement before the Los Angeles 2028 Games. The IOC still maintains the individual neutral athlete model, while decisions by federations such as World Aquatics have reopened debate over Russia’s return with its flag and anthem after years of suspensions, eligibility checks and political disputes Jun 9, 2026 at 8:53 AM · Sports desk
Sports Audi and FIS extend partnership through 2030 for Alpine World Cup and next Olympic cycle in ski racing FIS and Audi are continuing their long-running cooperation through 2030, keeping Audi as title sponsor of the Alpine World Cup and partner of the world championships. The agreement covers the next Olympic cycle, strengthens World Cup visibility and reinforces one of alpine skiing's most recognizable commercial partnerships Jun 9, 2026 at 8:52 AM · Sports desk
Sports Belgian Olympic and Paralympic committees to merge into new BOPC for Team Belgium from 2027 Belgium’s Olympic and Paralympic sport system will enter a new phase in 2027 as BOIC and BPC become the unified BOPC. The merger creates one structure for Team Belgium and Paralympic Team Belgium, aiming to strengthen athlete support, increase the visibility of Paralympic sport and build a clearer national sports identity Jun 9, 2026 at 8:52 AM · Sports desk
Sports Injuries before the 2026 World Cup: Timber, Karl and Wesley ruled out of major squads The injury list before the 2026 World Cup continues to grow. Jurrien Timber, Lennart Karl and Wesley have been ruled out for the Netherlands, Germany and Brazil, forcing the coaches to make late changes to their plans before the opening group matches Jun 9, 2026 at 8:14 AM · Sports desk
Sports Dana White reveals UFC White House plan: Aspinall vs Pereira before eye injury changed heavyweight card Dana White confirmed that UFC originally wanted Tom Aspinall vs Alex Pereira for its event in front of the White House. Aspinall’s eye injury stopped that plan, so Pereira will face Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight belt and a possible later showdown with Aspinall for UFC heavyweight control Jun 9, 2026 at 7:48 AM · Sports desk
Sports McGinn’s defence of Clarke in Scotland and Norway row over cancelled match and World Cup injury fears John McGinn defended Steve Clarke after Ståle Solbakken criticised Scotland for cancelling a closed-door match with Norway before the 2026 World Cup. The row centres on Billy Gilmour’s injury, Scotland’s cautious approach, disrupted preparations and the need to protect key players before the tournament begins Jun 9, 2026 at 7:43 AM · Sports desk
Sports Ugo Humbert opens ATP Libéma Open with straight-sets win over Elias Ymer on the grass in 's-Hertogenbosch Ugo Humbert moved safely through the first round of the ATP Libéma Open in 's-Hertogenbosch, beating Elias Ymer 6-4, 6-3. The Frenchman confirmed his fifth-seed status on grass, avoided late drama and booked a second-round meeting with Benjamin Bonzi. The straight-sets win gives him a strong start to the grass season and the ATP points race Jun 9, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports Onclin beats Marozsan in Stuttgart after key tie-break for first BOSS OPEN main-draw win Gauthier Onclin defeated Fabian Marozsan 7-6, 6-3 in the first round of the ATP BOSS OPEN in Stuttgart. The Belgian qualifier took control with a decisive first-set tie-break, stayed composed on grass and converted the biggest points against the higher-ranked Hungarian player Jun 9, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports Martin Landaluce beats Pierre-Hugues Herbert after Stuttgart comeback and sets up Taylor Fritz clash Martin Landaluce reached the second round of the ATP Boss Open in Stuttgart after a comeback win over Pierre-Hugues Herbert. The young Spaniard recovered from losing the first set on grass, handled a demanding opening match and earned a high-profile meeting with defending champion Taylor Fritz Jun 9, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports Bellucci victory over Davidovich Fokina at ATP Boss Open Stuttgart after a tense three-set grass battle Mattia Bellucci opened the grass-court swing with a victory over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina at the ATP Boss Open in Stuttgart. After taking the first set and losing a tight tie-break, the Italian regained control in the decider, winning it 6-1 to secure a valuable second-round place at the ATP tournament Jun 9, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports Spain Beats Peru 3-1 In Puebla And Completes Its Preparation For The 2026 FIFA World Cup Spain defeated Peru 3-1 in Puebla in its final warm-up match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Luis de la Fuente's team controlled the game, struck through Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedri, and ended its preparations with confidence before the Group H opener Jun 9, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk
Sports France vs Northern Ireland 3-1: Olise hat-trick seals final World Cup 2026 warm-up at Lille's Stade Pierre-Mauroy France beat Northern Ireland 3-1 in Villeneuve-d'Ascq in their final warm-up before the 2026 World Cup. Michael Olise scored all three goals for Didier Deschamps’ side, while Patrick Kelly replied for the visitors, and the Lille match highlighted France’s attacking depth, control and confidence before the tournament Jun 9, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Sports desk