Lindsey Vonn Airlifted After Crash, Olympics in Doubt
American skier Lindsey Vonn has been airlifted to hospital following a brutal crash in Switzerland, just one week before the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympics, raising concerns over her fitness.
Category : Olympics
Australia's 10 Medal Hopes for 2026 Winter Olympics
Australia sends its second-largest Winter Olympics team to Milano Cortina 2026, with at least 10 genuine podium chances aiming to surpass the record four medals from Beijing 2022.
Cricket Row Raises Alarm for India's 2036 Olympic Bid
Bangladesh's withdrawal from the T20 World Cup over political tensions with India has raised concerns at the IOC about sport politicisation, potentially impacting India's bid to host the 2036 Olympics.
Vonn's Olympic Hopes in Doubt After Crash
American skiing legend Lindsey Vonn faces a desperate race against time to be fit for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics after a serious crash in Switzerland.
Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Preview
With one week until the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, this preview covers the sports, geopolitical tensions, sustainability efforts, and the unique split-host model in Italy.
Team GB's Winter Olympic Revolution: New Generation Aims High
Great Britain heads to Milan-Cortina 2026 with unprecedented medal prospects across snowboard, freestyle, sliding sports and curling, marking a dramatic evolution from plucky underdogs to genuine contenders.
Kirsty Muir's Patience Strategy for Olympic Gold
Aberdeen freestyle skier Kirsty Muir discusses how injury recovery taught her patience as she targets Team GB's first skiing gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Olympic Truce: Ancient Pledge Invoked for Global Ceasefire
With the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics one week away, UN and Games organisers urge a 7-week global Olympic truce, calling for suspension of all wars worldwide despite historical failures.
Olympic Bobsledder Uses OnlyFans to Fund Training
German gold medalist Lisa Buckwitz reveals she finances her bobsleigh career through OnlyFans subscriptions, highlighting athlete funding challenges ahead of Milan-Cortina Games.
Jordan Chiles Wins Swiss Court Ruling in Medal Appeal
US gymnast Jordan Chiles secures Swiss Federal Supreme Court approval for CAS to review new evidence in her fight to reclaim Paris 2024 bronze medal.
ESPN's 'On the Edge' Docuseries Stars Ski Racers
Mikaela Shiffrin, Lindsey Vonn and other elite ski racers feature in ESPN's new five-episode docuseries 'On the Edge' offering behind-the-scenes access before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Erin Jackson Seeks to End Her Solo Status as Black Winter Olympic Champion
American speedskater Erin Jackson, the first Black woman to win an individual Winter Olympics gold, hopes her story will inspire greater diversity in winter sports.
US Olympic Sliders Get Hair Makeover Before Milan Cortina Games
US women's bobsled and skeleton athletes received professional hair treatments in Austria before the Milan Cortina Olympics, aiming to boost confidence and morale ahead of competition.
Winter Olympics Under Threat from Climate Change
New data reveals February temperatures in Cortina have warmed 3.6°C since 1956, forcing heavy reliance on artificial snow for 2026 Games and raising safety concerns.
Team GB Snowsport Athletes Win X Games Gold Before Olympics
British snowsport stars including Zoe Atkin, Mia Brookes, and Kirsty Muir have claimed multiple X Games gold medals in Aspen, signalling a remarkable turnaround for Team GB ahead of the Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina.
Ladin Minority Overlooked in Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics
Italy's ancient Ladin minority, settled in the Dolomites for millennia, express profound disappointment as the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics fail to showcase their unique culture, language and traditions.
Ilia Malinin Targets Quintuple Jump in Figure Skating
American figure skater Ilia Malinin, known as the 'Quad God', hints at attempting the sport's first quintuple jump after the Winter Olympics, pushing boundaries.
Skater to Honour Parents at Olympics After Fatal Crash
American figure skater Maxim Naumov, whose parents died in a plane crash last year, has qualified for the Winter Olympics and plans to honour their memory in Milan Cortina.
Naumov's Olympic Dream: Honouring Parents Lost in Tragedy
Figure skater Maxim Naumov carries the memory of his parents and 67 others killed in a 2025 air crash to the Milan Cortina Olympics, turning profound grief into sporting inspiration.
Paris 2024 Olympics Security and Transport Plans Revealed
French authorities have detailed comprehensive security and transport strategies for the Paris 2024 Olympics, addressing global concerns over safety and logistics for the major international event.
First All-Female Crew Sails Around World Non-Stop
Dee Caffari and Deborah Blair lead eight-woman team to historic Jules World Trophy victory after 57 days at sea without stopping or assistance.
Dubai Mall Skier Becomes UAE's First Male Winter Olympian
British-born Alex Astridge, who learned to ski in Dubai's Mall of the Emirates, will make history as the first male athlete from the UAE to compete in Winter Olympics alpine skiing events in Milan-Cortina.
ICE Agents to Have Security Role at Milan-Cortina Olympics
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will assist with security during the Milan-Cortina Winter Games, focusing on diplomatic protection rather than immigration enforcement.
Six Unlikely Winter Olympic Heroes Who Defied Expectations
From Eddie the Eagle's media frenzy to Bradbury's golden fluke, discover six remarkable athletes whose Winter Olympic stories transcended mere results.
Michael Klim Opens Up on Rare Disorder and Engagement
Australian swimming legend Michael Klim reveals his struggle with CIDP and heartfelt engagement to Michelle Owen, who supported him through diagnosis.
Gus Kenworthy Confesses About Miley Cyrus Romance Rumours
Olympic skier Gus Kenworthy has made a stunning confession about his viral 2014 romance rumours with Miley Cyrus, revealing how art imitated life in a hit TV series.
Australian Open Battles Historic Melbourne Heatwave
Australian Open organisers implement extreme heat protocols as Melbourne faces potential record temperatures of 45°C, forcing schedule changes and safety measures for players and spectators.
Jake Paul's Fiancée Stuns with Hot Tub Clip Before Olympics
Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam, fiancée of Jake Paul, shared a steamy hot tub video on Instagram ahead of competing in two events at the Winter Olympics.
Team USA Reveals 232-Athlete Milan Cortina Olympic Roster
Team USA has officially announced its 232-athlete roster for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, featuring seven five-time Olympians including Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin in dominant form.
Europe's Winter Olympics Diversity Gap Exposed
Despite Europe's growing multicultural population, Winter Olympic teams remain overwhelmingly white. Experts cite cultural, financial and geographical barriers preventing immigrant participation in winter sports.
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