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Raitt Ratasepp Begins Ultra Ride Across Europe: 5000 km in 10 Days to Estonia
Estonian ultra-endurance athlete Raitt Ratasepp started a 5000 km bike ride across Europe on June 16, aiming to finish in 10 days at the port of Räpina in Estonia.
ERR (rus) · 20 min ago
Fencer Zamkovojs loses in first elimination round of European Championships
Latvian fencer Zamkovojs lost to Croatian Markota and finished 72nd. Čaikovskis did not advance.
Sportacentrs · 21 min ago
Lithuanian Footballer Named Best Player of May in Latvian Women's League
FK Auda's 22-year-old Lithuanian midfielder receives the monthly award for her performances in May.
Sportacentrs · 1 h ago
Iran kick off World Cup with draw against New Zealand, flag debate divides diaspora
Iran played a tense 2-2 draw against New Zealand in Los Angeles in their World Cup opener in Group G. The team's participation has been marred by controversies, including FIFA's ban on Iran's pre-revolutionary flag, which has divided the Iranian community in Los Angeles.
France 24 · 1 h ago
Latvian government approves €225,000 for international sports events; bridge championship must compete for funding
The Latvian government approved a reallocation of €225,000 to support international sports events. Funds will be distributed through a competition, with the main criterion being economic impact and attraction of foreign visitors.
Delfi · 2 h ago
Tänak: Life Under the Magnifying Glass Reduces Quality – Everyone Talks About What You Eat, Buy, or Do
WRC driver Ott Tänak has revealed that constant public attention and life on TV have come at a cost, prompting him to prioritize family time. He currently works as a test driver for Toyota, helping develop the new Rally1 car.
Sportacentrs · 2 h ago
Williams sisters receive Wimbledon doubles wildcard
Serena and Venus Williams have been awarded a wildcard for the Wimbledon women's doubles, while former British number one Dan Evans was denied a singles wildcard for what will be his final tournament.
BBC Sport · 2 h ago
World Cup 2026: France kick off campaign against Senegal
France begin their 2026 World Cup campaign on Tuesday against Senegal, aiming to avoid a repeat of their 2002 opening defeat.
France 24 · 3 h ago
Porziņģis to miss Latvia's World Cup qualifiers in July
Kristaps Porziņģis will not play for the Latvian national basketball team in the early July World Cup qualification games, as he focuses on signing a new NBA contract. He has agreed to help in August if the team qualifies.
Jauns.lv · 3 h ago
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Latvia to Face World Cup Qualifiers Without Porzingis in July
Kristaps Porzingis will not play for Latvia in July's World Cup qualifying games but is willing to join in August if the team advances.
TVNET · 3 h ago
World Cup 2026: France vs Senegal live on ETV+ and Rus.ERR
On Tuesday, June 16, the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins for France with a match against Senegal. The game will be broadcast live with Russian commentary on ETV+ and Rus.ERR.
ERR (rus) · 3 h ago
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Two-time Latvian champion Vyacheslav Sharpar dies on 39th birthday in Greece
Ukrainian footballer Vyacheslav Sharpar, who won two Latvian Virslīga titles with Riga FC, died on his 39th birthday in Greece.
Apollo.lv · 4 h ago
Brind'Amour makes history: first since 1968 to win Stanley Cup as captain and coach
Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour has become the first person since 1968 to win the Stanley Cup with the same team as both captain and head coach.
Sportacentrs · 4 h ago
Tragic Death of Former Riga FC Footballer Vyacheslav Sharpar on His 39th Birthday
Former Riga FC and Ukrainian midfielder Vyacheslav Sharpar died on his 39th birthday in Greece after a swimming accident.
Jauns.lv · 6 h ago
Latvian Sports Becoming More Tolerant of Aggressor Countries' Return to Competitions
The international sports community is rapidly moving towards the return of aggressor countries to competitions, even under their own flags. Latvian sports show increasing tolerance towards this trend.
LSM (rus) · 6 h ago
Tunisia sack head coach after World Cup defeat
Tunisia have fired head coach Sabri Lamouchi following a heavy 5-1 loss to Sweden in their World Cup opener, replacing him with experienced French manager Hervé Renard.
Jauns.lv · 7 h ago
Iran twice come from behind to draw 2-2 with New Zealand
Iran rallied on two occasions to earn a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their Group G match at the Los Angeles Stadium.
BBC Sport · 8 h ago
Duck Merlin becomes unexpected World Cup star for Mexico
A two-year-old duck named Merlin, dressed in Mexico's national team jersey and socks, has gone viral on social media as he accompanies his owner through the streets of Mexico City during the World Cup.
The Guardian World · 9 h ago
Araujo equalises for Uruguay against Saudi Arabia
Maxi Araujo scored a crucial equalizer in the 80th minute for Uruguay against Saudi Arabia in their Group H match at Miami Stadium.
BBC Sport · 9 h ago
Lukaku comes off the bench to rescue point for Belgium against Egypt in World Cup opener
Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opening match, with Romelu Lukaku forcing an own goal after coming on as a substitute.
France 24 · 10 h ago
'Fabulous finish' - Just puts New Zealand ahead from Wood assist
Elijah Just scored an early goal for New Zealand against Iran in their Group G match, assisted by Wood.
BBC Sport · 10 h ago
Saudi Arabia hold off Uruguay to secure 1-1 draw in Group H opener
Saudi Arabia withstood relentless pressure to earn a 1-1 draw against two-time world champions Uruguay in their opening Group H match at Miami Stadium.
BBC Sport · 11 h ago
VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch'
FIFA cleared VAR official Shaun Evans after investigating an 'OK' hand gesture he made during a World Cup broadcast; Evans said it was an involuntary subconscious twitch and denied any intentional meaning.
BBC Sport · 12 h ago
FIFA clears World Cup referee accused of making white supremacist gesture
FIFA's Disciplinary Committee found no evidence that Australian referee Shaun Evans breached its code of conduct after being accused of making a white supremacist hand gesture during a match.
Al Jazeera · 12 h ago
Egypt and Belgium draw 1-1 in World Cup Group G opener
Emam Ashour scored his first international goal for Egypt, but Romelu Lukaku forced an own goal within seconds of coming on to give Belgium a 1-1 draw in Seattle.
Al Jazeera · 13 h ago
Fenerbahce, Represented by Žagars, Evens Turkish Basketball League Finals
Fenerbahce, without Artūrs Žagars in the lineup, defeated Besiktas 93-68 on Monday to tie the Turkish Super League finals series 1-1.
Jauns.lv · 13 h ago
Hydration breaks changing the game at 2026 World Cup
BBC Sport pundits debate how hydration breaks are impacting the 2026 World Cup.
BBC Sport · 13 h ago
2026 FIFA World Cup: ‘Babulya’ single-handedly stops Spain; highest quality match in Seattle
Spain vs. Cape Verde ended 0-0, while Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in Seattle during the 2026 World Cup group stage.
LSM (rus) · 14 h ago
Own Goal Denies Egypt First World Cup Victory in Draw with Belgium
An own goal from Mohamed Hany denied Egypt their first ever World Cup victory as they drew 1-1 with Belgium at the Seattle Stadium.
BBC Sport · 14 h ago
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Belgium and Egypt Draw 1-1 in World Cup Thriller
Belgium and Egypt settled for a 1-1 draw in their World Cup group match on Monday, with Egypt scoring first before an own goal leveled the score.
TVNET · 15 h ago