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Artistic gymnastics world championships: IOC says ‘no solution’ to gymnasts row between Israel and Indonesia but sport should be ‘safe space’ for athletes

Artistic gymnastics world championships: IOC says ‘no solution’ to gymnasts row between Israel and Indonesia but sport should be ‘safe space’ for athletes

πŸš€ Read this awesome post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ“Œ Key idea: The International Olympic Committee said the sport should remain a β€œsafe space” after it could not find a β€œdecision” allowing Israeli athletes to participate in the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships.Indonesia said it would not grant entry visas to the Israeli team to participate in the event, which will be held in Jakarta from October 19 to 25, due to the country's military attack on Gaza.The Israel Gymnastics Federation (IGF) said the decision set a "dangerous precedent" and criticized the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG).The Court of Arbitration…
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Paul Rowley: St Helens appoint Salford Red Devils coach

Paul Rowley: St Helens appoint Salford Red Devils coach

✨ Explore this insightful post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ’‘ Key idea: Analysis – Matt Newsom, rugby league journalist for BBC SportRowley's appointment should fill fans with excitement at the prospect of attacking rugby league given the evidence of his time coaching Salford, Toronto and Lee previously.While the defensive steel was put in place by Wolff and continued under Wellens, the Saints have never quite lifted the handbrake to move forward in the same way since Holbrook's departure after 2019.Rowley's side had flair as a trademark, and the manner in which his Salford side saw off the visiting…
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Fabio Borini: Salford City signs the former Liverpool and Sunderland striker

Fabio Borini: Salford City signs the former Liverpool and Sunderland striker

πŸš€ Read this awesome post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ’‘ Here’s what you’ll learn: Former Liverpool and Sunderland striker Fabio Borini has joined League Two club Salford City on a contract until January.The 34-year-old, who left Sampdoria in his native Italy in the summer, has been training with Salford for the past month.β€œI came to train to maintain my fitness during this transitional period between contracts, and Salford, the coach (Karl Robinson) and Alex Bruce were kind enough to let me use the facilities and train here,” Borini told the club website., externalHe added: "I have never played…
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Kevin Muscat: What job would the Australian have at Rangers if he was appointed?

Kevin Muscat: What job would the Australian have at Rangers if he was appointed?

πŸ’₯ Read this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ’‘ Main takeaway: The main word that comes to mind is stability.In May 2022, Giovanni van Bronckhorst consoled his players in the sweltering heat in Seville as Rangers lost the Europa League final on penalties. It was a heroic, magical career with a sting in the tail, but a Scottish Cup win came just days later to dull the pain.Six months later from that day, the Dutch coach was sacked and Rangers' training tour began.Since then, Michael Bell, Philip Clement, Barry Ferguson and Martin have taken charge over a…
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Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025: South Africa thump Sri Lanka in rain-shortened match

Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025: South Africa thump Sri Lanka in rain-shortened match

✨ Check out this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: βœ… Key idea: South Africa rose to second place in the Women's World Cup table with a comprehensive 10-wicket win over Sri Lanka in a rain-shortened match in Colombo.Setting a revised Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) target of 121 to win in 20 overs, the Proteas cruised to victory inside 15 overs with captain Laura Wolvaardt scoring a brilliant 60 off 47 balls.The stylish right-hander shared an unbroken opening 125-run stand with Tazmin Brits, who claimed the win by six to finish unbeaten with 55 off 42.South Africa's fourth successive win…
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The government is ‘doing everything’ to overturn the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at Aston Villa match

The government is ‘doing everything’ to overturn the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at Aston Villa match

πŸ”₯ Read this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ“Œ Key idea: The government said it was "doing everything we can" to overturn the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans attending a football match in Birmingham, and is exploring what additional resources may be required.On Thursday, Aston Villa said the city's Safety Advisory Group (SAG) had decided that fans of the Israeli club should not be allowed to attend the Europa League match on November 6 due to safety concerns.Facing mounting pressure to resolve the situation, the government said it was working with the police and exploring additional…
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β€œMy focus is 100% here” – Aberdeen boss Thielen on Sweden Links

β€œMy focus is 100% here” – Aberdeen boss Thielen on Sweden Links

πŸ”₯ Check out this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: βœ… Main takeaway: Jimmy Thelen insists he is fully committed to Aberdeen, after being linked with the Swedish manager's vacant position this week.Sweden is looking for a replacement for John Dahl Tomasson after their poor World Cup qualifying campaign.But Thielen was quick to stress his desire to remain with the Scottish Cup holders, despite a difficult start to his second season at Pittodrie."It's always an honor to be mentioned in such circumstances but I have a long contract here," he said in response to a question about speculation…
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Ange Postecoglou: The under-fire Nottingham Forest manager makes an impassioned defense of his legacy

Ange Postecoglou: The under-fire Nottingham Forest manager makes an impassioned defense of his legacy

πŸš€ Discover this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ’‘ Main takeaway: Postecoglou won the Europa League in May – Tottenham's first title in 17 years and their first European title in 41 years – and explained why he felt the perception of him was wrong.The former Celtic boss also promised that, if given time, he would continue his record of winning trophies everywhere he has succeeded. He continued: "I was in meetings and people who were still in this club were present in those meetings, where I was told that winning the title is everything for this…
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Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers ready for ‘new challenge’ if Kevin Muscat becomes new Rangers boss

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers ready for ‘new challenge’ if Kevin Muscat becomes new Rangers boss

πŸ”₯ Check out this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ’‘ Main takeaway: Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is ready for the challenge Kevin Muscat could bring if the former Australian defender is appointed as Rangers' new boss.Rangers are close to agreeing a deal for Muscat, 52, to become their new head coach, with terms and personal details yet to be finalized.Former head coach Russell Martin was sacked after just 123 days in charge before the international break, and Shanghai Port manager Muscat has emerged as the favorite to replace him, after Steven Gerrard turned down the chance to…
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Oleksandr Usyk: The champion rules out fighting Moses Itauma but plans to return in 2026

Oleksandr Usyk: The champion rules out fighting Moses Itauma but plans to return in 2026

πŸ”₯ Discover this insightful post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ“Œ Key idea: Oleksandr Usyk says he will continue fighting for another two years and plans to return to the ring in 2026, but has ruled out a bout with British heavyweight Moses Itauma.Usyk, 38, stopped Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium in July to become the two-time undisputed heavyweight champion.The Ukrainian, who also previously held all four recognized world titles at cruiserweight, had previously hinted that he would fight just one more time before retiring.However, the pound-for-pound star appears to have reversed that decision."I'm going to fight until I'm…
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