Several Tokyo boxing champions secure their place in Paris

Since there is no automatic classification from one game to the next, not all reigning champions manage to defend their crowns. Just as several boxers have guaranteed their place, many are still fighting for it or, directly, they will not be present.
Several Tokyo boxing champions secure their place in Paris

No surprises: nine of the 12 men’s Olympic handball teams are European

Spain, Slovenia, Croatia, Germany, Norway and Hungary entered Paris 2024 through the pre-Olympics; the draw will be on April 16; France and Denmark can share the group.
No surprises: nine of the 12 men’s Olympic handball teams are European

Thomas Bach was recognized for his contribution to the cause against doping

The AMA congratulated him along with five other personalities; it was the first award ceremony, which will change its format from 2025; the German boss insisted on protecting “clean athletes”.
Thomas Bach was recognized for his contribution to the cause against doping

China will host the Davis Cup group stage for the first time

The ITF announced that Zhuzhai will replace Split while the other venues repeat last year: Valencia, Bologna and Manchester. The Finals will once again be held in Malaga.
China will host the Davis Cup group stage for the first time

The mayor of Paris acknowledged about Russian athletes: “I prefer that they don’t come”

Anne Hidalgo acknowledged that it will even be difficult for her to see them as neutral and valued the decision of the International Paralympic Committee, which will not allow them to be in the parade at the opening ceremony. The mayor also spoke of Israel, the lack of air conditioning in the Olympic Village and invited Macron to swim in the Seine River.
The mayor of Paris acknowledged about Russian athletes: “I prefer that they don’t come”

The Olympic Flame will be lit in ancient Olympia on April 16

Marking the beginning of a trip that will culminate in Paris on July 26, the fire will be ignited on Tuesday, April 16 and will then be handed over to the Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games at the Panathinaikó Stadium on Tuesday, April 26.
The Olympic Flame will be lit in ancient Olympia on April 16

Chusovitina moves away from Paris 2024: she could not qualify in her specialty and has only one chance left at the Asian level

The 48-year-old gymnast tried to reach Paris 2024 via the World Cup by Apparatus route, but she did not achieve the goal. The Asian Championship will be her last chance, although to complete it she must compete in the All Around.
Chusovitina moves away from Paris 2024: she could not qualify in her specialty and has only one chance left at the Asian level

Russia asked to “not boycott” participation in Paris and looks forward to the next IOC meeting

The Minister of Sports, Oleg Matytsin, stated that “we must maintain the possibility of dialogue and participate in competitions”, and stated that they cannot give “general recommendations” to athletes.
Russia asked to “not boycott” participation in Paris and looks forward to the next IOC meeting

Cindy Namba, the refugee athlete who struck the Boxing Qualifying Championship and will experience an emotional moment in Paris

The boxer was born in Cameroon, traveled with her brother to Great Britain at the age of 11 and was close to being deported. She grew up playing soccer until she discovered the ring and will fulfill her dream of being at the Olympic Games, where her mother can see her fight for the first time.
Cindy Namba, the refugee athlete who struck the Boxing Qualifying Championship and will experience an emotional moment in Paris

Lima was chosen to host the 2027 Pan American Games

The capital of Peru won the vote against Asunción and will once again organize the Pan American Games after having done so in 2019. Lima replaces Barranquilla, which had been the city chosen by Panam Sports but had its contract terminated.
Lima was chosen to host the 2027 Pan American Games