Sports Russia seeks IOC path to Los Angeles 2028 Olympics as suspension and doping questions remain Russia’s Olympic return remains uncertain as the IOC has not lifted the Russian Olympic Committee’s suspension. Moscow is targeting Los Angeles 2028, but the war in Ukraine, neutral-athlete rules and renewed anti-doping concerns continue to block a full comeback May 14, 2026 at 1:06 PM · Sports desk
Sports Nike sued over consumer refunds after illegal Trump tariffs and higher sneaker prices in the United States Consumers in the United States are suing Nike, claiming sneaker and apparel prices rose because of Trump-era tariffs later ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court. The case raises a key question: who should receive tariff refunds if companies recover money from the federal government May 14, 2026 at 6:14 AM · Sports desk
Sports Gotham FC close to move to NYCFC’s new Queens stadium in major step for NWSL growth Gotham FC is in advanced talks to move to NYCFC’s new Queens stadium. A potential switch to Etihad Park would give the NWSL champion a new New York home and mark a major moment for women’s soccer, fans and the city’s expanding soccer scene May 14, 2026 at 6:10 AM · Sports desk
Sports White House says Iraqi visas will not block Iraq’s 2026 World Cup campaign in the United States The White House says Iraq’s national football team should not face visa problems for the 2026 World Cup, after Iraq secured a place in a group with Norway, France and Senegal. The issue has drawn attention because of earlier travel disruption, closed airspace and United States visa procedures May 13, 2026 at 10:40 PM · Sports desk
Sports Enhanced Games on the NYSE: The Las Vegas Sports Competition Where Doping Is Allowed Enhanced Games has become a publicly traded company on the NYSE and plans its first Las Vegas competition with swimming, athletics, weightlifting and strongman events. The project allows medically supervised performance enhancement and faces strong opposition from WADA, World Aquatics and anti-doping bodies May 13, 2026 at 4:49 PM · Sports desk
Sports Russia’s Return To International Sport By The End Of 2026 Under IOC, WADA, FIFA And UEFA Pressure Russian Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev expects Russia to return to almost all sports by the end of 2026, but key decisions remain with the IOC, WADA, FIFA, UEFA and global federations. Neutral status, the war in Ukraine, athletics, football and anti-doping cases remain major barriers May 13, 2026 at 9:29 AM · Sports desk
Sports Georgian rugby under WADA scrutiny over doping scandal and urine sample substitution scheme Georgian rugby has been hit by a major doping scandal after a WADA and World Rugby investigation into urine sample substitution. National team players and a staff member were sanctioned, while the Georgian anti-doping agency faces pressure over serious failures in testing procedures May 13, 2026 at 9:29 AM · Sports desk
Sports World Surf League sale talks after audience growth and major Championship Tour changes in 2026 World Surf League is exploring new investors and a possible sale after strong audience growth, record digital figures and major Championship Tour changes for 2026. The story focuses on Dirk Ziff, Ryan Crosby, the new season format, Pipeline and the wider investor interest in professional surfing May 13, 2026 at 9:06 AM · Sports desk
Sports World Boxing allows Belarus back into the ring under neutral status and strict rules for boxers World Boxing has allowed Belarusian and Russian boxers to return to international competition, but only as neutral athletes. The decision bans flags, anthems and national symbols while introducing checks linked to the war in Ukraine and possible ties to military or security structures May 13, 2026 at 9:04 AM · Sports desk
Sports Las Vegas to Open Olympic Wrestling Qualification for Los Angeles 2028 at 2027 World Championships The 2027 World Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas will mark the first major stage of qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Held at Thomas & Mack Center from September 11 to 19, the event will award the first 72 Olympic quotas and shape the UWW rankings for the rest of the qualification cycle May 13, 2026 at 9:02 AM · Sports desk
Sports Ethiopian Marathon Runner Yebrgual Melese Dies During Training Before Ottawa Marathon Appearance Ethiopian marathon runner Yebrgual Melese has died aged 36 after falling ill during training in Addis Ababa. The former winner in Houston, Prague and Shanghai had been preparing for the Ottawa Marathon, while the official medical cause of death has not yet been confirmed May 13, 2026 at 8:59 AM · Sports desk
Sports Unsold World Cup 2026 tickets expose FIFA pricing concerns before the expanded tournament One month before the 2026 World Cup, many tickets remain available despite FIFA pointing to record demand. High prices, dynamic ticketing, costly hotels and long travel distances between host cities are shaping fan decisions and raising questions about access to football’s biggest global tournament May 12, 2026 at 6:49 PM · Sports desk