Nobody wants strikes, but it’s better to be alert
In the run-up to the 1998 World Cup, a measure of force by airport ground personnel generated significant chaos among passengers from all over the world. The strike warnings during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games promise, at least, tough negotiations to avoid disruption during such a party.
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.
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.
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”.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.