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Sapporo ends bid for 2026 Winter Olympics

Monday, 17 September 2018, 15:30 Last update: about 8 years ago

The Japanese city of Sapporo has dropped its bid to host the 2026 Winter Olympics following a recent earthquake. After meeting with Sapporo representatives, the International Olympic Committee...

Dominant Valletta FC Futsal win the Super Cup

Sunday, 16 September 2018, 18:44 Last update: about 8 years ago

Valletta FC Futsal won the Super Cup as they cruised 13-1 against the University of Malta Students Futsal Team. Following their successful qualification to the UEFA Futsal Champions League Main Round,...

Shooting: Nicky Carabott wins Gaba Diamonds Trap Trophy

Sunday, 16 September 2018, 18:16 Last update: about 8 years ago

Nicky Carabott won The Gaba Diamonds Trap Trophy today organised by The Malta Shooting Sport Federation. This event was on 50 clays trap, with the top six to qualify for the final stages. Nicky...

Key panel member quits after Russia doping recommendation

Sunday, 16 September 2018, 01:45 Last update: about 8 years ago

An Olympic champion who is one of the most high-profile athletes in the anti-doping movement stepped down from a key review panel a day after that panel surprisingly recommended reinstatement of...

Rugby: Argentina ends 35-year losing streak in Australia

Saturday, 15 September 2018, 15:00 Last update: about 8 years ago

Argentina ended a 35-year losing streak in Australia with a 23-19 win over the Wallabies on Saturday, continuing their strong form under new coach Mario Ledesma. Not since 1983, in the first test...

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