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Kim Jae-yeol has led the International Skating Union since 2022 and was re-elected to a second term in June 2026 at the Tenerife Congress. In February 2026, he also became a member of the executive committee of the International Olympic Committee.
Winter sports have a special character and I look forward to working with all WOF members to strengthen their position in the modern world. It is my honor and privilege to lead WOF and I look forward to engaging with all stakeholders for our mutual benefit,” said Kim Jae Yeol.
Kim Jae-yeol has led the ISU since 2022. In June 2026, he was re-elected to a second term at the congress in Tenerife (Spain). In February 2026, he was also elected as a member of the executive committee of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Ted Leonsis, owner of the Washington Capitals, spoke about captain Alexander Ovechkin's decision to retire from the NHL after this season, calling him one of the greatest hockey players in history and highlighting his contributions to the team, the city and the promotion of hockey in the region.

Vladivostok “Admiral” won Magnitogorsk “Metallurg” with a score of 5:2 in the away match of the Fonbet KHL championship, which took place on October 5 in Magnitogorsk. The guests scored goals from Muranov, Tsitsyura, Kamara, Efremov and Volkov, while the hosts scored goals from Starkov and Palivko. Admiral goalkeeper Jalal-ad-Din Amirbekov played his debut match in the league, repelling 36 out of 38 shots. Metallurg head coach Andrei Razin accused some players of apathy during the game.

Russian New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin was named the first star of the NHL's opening game week after scoring points in two straight games, scoring his debut puck and giving an assist.

Russian sports pairs Alexandra Boykova/Dmitry Kozlovsky and Ekaterina Chikmareva/Matvey Yanchenkov are included in the participants of the Grand Prix of Figure Skating stages in France and Finland, respectively, after receiving the necessary visas, as previously noted by the General Secretary of the Russian Federation, Alexander Kogan.

Dmitry Svishchev said that about 200 Russian skiers, including Alexander Bolshunov, are preparing documents to obtain neutral status in the FIS. He also announced the federation's intention to offer FIS to hold competitions in Russia, despite the likely refusal.

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin spoke about the decision of Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin to end his NHL career after this season, calling the departure of the legend a difficult moment for the league and wishing his compatriot health, many goals and pleasure from the last season, while not ruling out that the 2026/2027 season could be his last.