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Soccer

WADA denies Donald Trump ban for 2026 World Cup over funding dispute

The World Anti-Doping Agency has strongly refuted claims that US officials could be banned from the 2026 World Cup. WADA clarified that new funding rules will not apply retroactively to future tournaments hosted in America.

Editorial Team
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Other

RSPCA demands action after four horses die at Cheltenham Festival

The RSPCA has demanded urgent improvements to racehorse welfare after four horses died during the 2026 Cheltenham Festival. The tragedies bring the total number of competitive UK racing fatalities to 24 this year.

Editorial Team
Oleksandr Usyk holding his unified heavyweight world championship belts in the boxing ring
Other

Oleksandr Usyk targets Tyson Fury trilogy for final career fight

Unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk expects to end his boxing career with a third fight against Tyson Fury.

Editorial Team
Liverpool manager Arne Slot looking thoughtful on the touchline
Soccer

Liverpool block Arne Slot coaching request amid departure rumours

Liverpool manager Arne Slot's future has been questioned after the club reportedly blocked the appointment of Johnny Heitinga to his backroom staff.

Editorial Team
British snowboarder Davy Zyw competing on the snowboard cross course at the Winter Paralympics
Other

Davy Zyw makes Winter Paralympic history eight years after MND diagnosis

British snowboarder Davy Zyw has made history as the first athlete with motor neurone disease to compete at a Winter Paralympics. The Scottish athlete took to the slopes in Cortina nearly eight years after receiving a terminal diagnosis.

Editorial Team
Iran national football team lining up on the pitch ahead of a World Cup qualifying match
Soccer

Iran weigh up World Cup boycott following United States military strikes

Iran's participation in the upcoming World Cup is in severe doubt following US military strikes. President Donald Trump and Iran's sports minister have both cast uncertainty over the team travelling to North America.

Editorial Team
Aryna Sabalenka hitting a powerful serve during an Indian Wells match
Sport

Aryna Sabalenka sets up Indian Wells final clash with Elena Rybakina

World number one Aryna Sabalenka and two-time Grand Slam champion Elena Rybakina have both reached the Indian Wells final following straight-set semi-final victories.

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Crypto

BlackRock Launches Staked Ether ETF, Rules Out Exotic Crypto Funds

BlackRock has launched a staking-focused Ether ETF and confirmed it will not pursue exotic crypto fund structures. The firm continues to focus on Bitcoin and Ether products.

Marcel Fuhrmann