Die nationalen Sommerspiele der Special Olympics für Menschen mit geistiger Behinderung enden am Samstag in Saarbrücken mit einer Abschlussfeier auf dem Tbilisser Platz. Über 4.000 Athleten traten in 27 Sportarten an, was das größte inklusive Multisport-Event in Deutschland darstellt.
Die Veranstalter der Special Olympics Sommerspiele im Saarland ergreifen Maßnahmen gegen die extreme Hitze. Zusätzliche Schattenplätze, Wasserspender und die Verlegung von Wettkämpfen sind geplant, um die Gesundheit der Athleten zu schützen. Absagen sind derzeit nicht vorgesehen, aber die Gesundheit hat oberste Priorität.
Three-time Olympian Jenny Simpson collapsed at a track event in North Carolina on Tuesday. Reports indicate she briefly lost pulse, which was restored with CPR and an AED. She is currently receiving medical treatment.
A new cricket ground, the Knight Riders Cricket Ground, has broken ground in Pomona, California. Set to host its first Major League Cricket match on July 1, the venue is slated to be cricket's home for the LA28 Olympics, marking the sport's return to the Summer Games.
MI New York defeated Washington Freedom by 5 runs to win their second Major League Cricket (MLC) title in 2025. The fourth edition of the T20 league begins June 18, featuring six teams and three venues, including the new Knight Riders Cricket Field.
The Australian government has announced a $513 million funding package to enhance its sports sector, particularly in preparation for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The funding will support 68 sporting programs, provide record assistance for athletes' living and training expenses, and bolster support for para athletes.
Noah Lyles set a new 150m world record of 14.67 seconds at the Golden Spike meet in Ostrava. Australian sprinter Gout Gout finished third in a national record of 14.96, improving on his previous Diamond League performance.
Organizers for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are reportedly in discussions with the Trump administration to host a pro-am golf tournament at Trump National Golf Club Los Angeles. The event is not an official Olympic competition but aims to foster a productive relationship with the White House.
Organizers for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are reportedly in talks with the Trump administration to host a pro-am golf tournament at Trump National Golf Club Los Angeles. The event is not official but aims to foster a productive relationship with the White House.
Der achtjährige Elias mit Down-Syndrom war Fackelträger bei den Special Olympics in Saarbrücken. Hunderte jubelten ihm zu, als er die „Flamme der Hoffnung“ trug. Seine Mutter Stephanie Lade beschreibt die besondere Freude und Inklusion des Tages.
Die nationalen Sommerspiele der Special Olympics für Menschen mit geistiger Behinderung wurden in Saarbrücken mit einer feierlichen Zeremonie eröffnet. Rund 4.300 Sportler treten in 27 Sportarten an, wobei Schwimmwettbewerbe grenzüberschreitend in Forbach, Frankreich, stattfinden.
Die nationalen Sommerspiele der Special Olympics wurden in Saarbrücken mit einer feierlichen Zeremonie eröffnet. Rund 4.300 Sportler treten in 27 Disziplinen an, erstmals auch grenzüberschreitend in Frankreich. Die Veranstaltung setzt ein starkes Zeichen für Inklusion und Wertschätzung.
Hong Kong's women's lacrosse team has appointed Emily Gray as their new on-site head coach to prepare for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Gray, a former England and Great Britain player, will relocate to Hong Kong, shifting from previous long-distance coaching models.
Die nationalen Sommerspiele der Special Olympics für Menschen mit geistiger Behinderung beginnen heute in Saarbrücken mit rund 4.300 Sportlern. Ministerpräsidentin Rehlinger betont Respekt und Inklusion. Erstmals finden die Spiele grenzüberschreitend statt, mit Schwimmwettbewerben in Forbach, Frankreich.
Die Special Olympics für Menschen mit geistiger Behinderung starten im Saarland mit rund 4.300 Sportlern in 27 Disziplinen. Ministerpräsidentin Rehlinger und Sportminister Jost betonen den inklusiven Charakter und die Bedeutung der Spiele als Zeichen gegen Ausgrenzung.
Australian swimming star Kaylee McKeown, a five-time Olympic gold medallist, has not ruled out competing in the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. The world-record holder is considering her future beyond the 2028 Los Angeles Games and seeks a "mental refresh" before deciding.
Die nationalen Sommerspiele der Special Olympics beginnen heute in Saarbrücken mit rund 4.300 Athleten in 27 Sportarten. Die Eröffnungsfeier wird live übertragen und das größte inklusive Multisport-Event in Deutschland.
Hong Kong triathlete Oscar Coggins qualified for the Asian Games by winning bronze at the Asia Triathlon Super Sprint Elite championship in Xuzhou. This achievement comes after a previous withdrawal from the Tokyo Olympics due to mental health struggles.
Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker has paid an emotional tribute to her former coach Jaspal Rana, who passed away at 49. Bhaker described Rana's death as an "irreparable loss" and a "friend who understood me better than most people." The duo had a remarkable comeback story in Indian sport, reuniting before the Paris Olympics and achieving historic results.
Der 18-jährige Autist Fynn Thome aus dem Saarland hat sich durch den Laufsport zu einem erfolgreichen Athleten bei den Special Olympics entwickelt. Er wird an den nationalen Spielen teilnehmen und hat bereits Medaillen gewonnen.
Six years before the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, the city looks back at Expo '88, a world's fair that transformed South Bank and offered valuable lessons in infrastructure, public spaces, and community engagement for future global events.
Jaspal Rana, a distinguished Indian pistol shooter and coach, passed away at 49 due to cardiac complications. A multiple international event winner and Asian Games gold medallist, Rana also mentored numerous young talents, including Manu Bhaker, and was a recipient of the Arjuna Award, Padma Shri, and Dronacharya Award.
Jaspal Rana, Asian Games gold medallist and renowned coach, dies at 49 due to cardiac complications, leaving behind a legacy in Indian shooting as both athlete and mentor.
Figure skating coach Eteri Tutberidze criticized her student Adelia Petrosyan for her performance at the 2026 Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, stating that Petrosyan seemed like a child who didn't understand the significance of the opportunity. Tutberidze attributed Petrosyan's performance issues to her emotionality during preparation.
