The Russian sports ministry has reiterated the country’s interest in hosting the Olympics but conceded that its hopes depend on a “political decision”, adding that the US move to boycott Beijing is “counter to geopolitics.”
Police investigating sudden death of coach that has left Russian football in mouring
The sudden death of a popular Russian Premier League coach has mystified his colleagues and friends, with Russia national team boss Valeri Karpin and Zenit striker Artem Dzyuba among those to voice their shock.
Not on the box: Ukrainians were forced to watch on Russian TV as heavyweight hero Usyk won title in UK, points out politician
A politician has voiced his surprise that Ukrainians keen to watch arguably the greatest moment of their country’s sporting year had to do so on Russian TV.
‘You’ve had a shocker’: Fans endure mockery after adding Declan Rice tattoo to legs… but England football ace says he ‘loves it’
England and West Ham footballer Declan Rice has shown his approval after fans tattooed his name on their legs – but the move has received savage mockery from others.
‘Let’s go!’: Lionel Messi celebrates with his family in their lounge after watching Argentina knock Russia out of futsal World Cup
Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi has celebrated Argentina’s dramatic win over Russia at the futsal World Cup, sending his countrymen a message in a selfie from his sofa.