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Ex-St. Petersburg Skater Torup Details Cold Welcome in Danish Team
Ex-St. Petersburg Skater Torup Details Cold Welcome in Danish TeamFormer Russian short track skater Sofia Torup, who now represents Denmark, has faced harsh treatment from the local federation. Even a victory at the European Championships did not change the situation.
Registration Opens for Chelyabinsk MarathonRegistration Opens for Chelyabinsk Marathon
Registration Opens for Chelyabinsk MarathonRegistration for the summer competition has begun. Participants have access to an updated course and discounted prices for early registrants.
Chelyabinsk summer marathon opens registration with new courseChelyabinsk summer marathon opens registration with new course
Chelyabinsk summer marathon opens registration with new courseRegistration has opened for the Chelyabinsk Marathon, set for August, with a new route and discounted entry for the first 500 participants.
Schumacher No Longer Bedridden: Condition Details RevealedSchumacher No Longer Bedridden: Condition Details Revealed
Schumacher No Longer Bedridden: Condition Details RevealedThe athlete suffered a severe injury almost 13 years ago.
Mother of figure skater Kostyleva explains daughter's 9th placeMother of figure skater Kostyleva explains daughter's 9th place
Mother of figure skater Kostyleva explains daughter's 9th placeIrina Kostyleva, the mother of Voronezh figure skater Elena Kostyleva, publicly praised both her daughter and her coach Evgeni Plushenko after the skater's recent ninth-place finish.
Orsk's Yuzhny Ural defeats Rostov for second straight winOrsk's Yuzhny Ural defeats Rostov for second straight win
Orsk's Yuzhny Ural defeats Rostov for second straight winAfter a rocky start to 2026, Vladislav Otmakhov's Yuzhny Ural hockey team from Orsk has notched back-to-back wins in the VHL, beating Rostov 3–2.
Spartak Moscow Goaltender Nikolayev Transfers to Traktor ChelyabinskSpartak Moscow Goaltender Nikolayev Transfers to Traktor Chelyabinsk
Spartak Moscow Goaltender Nikolayev Transfers to Traktor ChelyabinskSpartak Moscow's 26-year-old goaltender Dmitry Nikolayev has moved to Chelyabinsk's Traktor for a financial compensation, with a contract until 2028.
Winter Olympics 2026 in Italy: Russian Participation and BroadcastsWinter Olympics 2026 in Italy: Russian Participation and Broadcasts
Winter Olympics 2026 in Italy: Russian Participation and BroadcastsThe 2026 Winter Olympics will be held in Italy. We answer key questions about dates, broadcasts, and the participation of Russian athletes.
2026 Winter Olympics: Russian Athletes, Schedule, and How to Watch2026 Winter Olympics: Russian Athletes, Schedule, and How to Watch
2026 Winter Olympics: Russian Athletes, Schedule, and How to WatchWe answer fans' questions about the upcoming Winter Games in Italy, including which Russian athletes will compete and where to watch the broadcasts.
What a Booty! How a Beauty from Yekaterinburg Built Russia's Most Powerful GlutesWhat a Booty! How a Beauty from Yekaterinburg Built Russia's Most Powerful Glutes
What a Booty! How a Beauty from Yekaterinburg Built Russia's Most Powerful GlutesOlya Perepletchikova reveals her main secret for a beautiful physique and explains the high cost of being a competitive athlete as she sets her sights on the Olympia stage.
Avangard sends Klim Kostin to CSKA in tradeAvangard sends Klim Kostin to CSKA in trade
Avangard sends Klim Kostin to CSKA in tradeHockey club Avangard (Avangard Omsk) has traded 26-year-old forward Klim Kostin to Moscow's CSKA (Central Sports Club of the Army). In return, the Omsk-based team receives 21-year-old forward Kirill Dolzhenkov and the sports rights to forward Yegor Afanasyev.
Traktor completes transfer window with three newcomersTraktor completes transfer window with three newcomers
Traktor completes transfer window with three newcomersChelyabinsk Traktor announced the signing of three hockey players on the final day of the KHL transfer period. Slovak defender Michal Chajkovski is among the new additions.
Traktor closes trade window with three new playersTraktor closes trade window with three new players
Traktor closes trade window with three new playersTraktor Chelyabinsk has finalized its KHL trade window by signing three new players, including a defenseman from Slovakia.
Hartley Says Playoffs Approaching After Lokomotiv's Win Over SpartakHartley Says Playoffs Approaching After Lokomotiv's Win Over Spartak
Hartley Says Playoffs Approaching After Lokomotiv's Win Over SpartakAfter Lokomotiv's away victory over Spartak in the KHL, head coaches Bob Hartley and Alexei Zhamnov shared their thoughts on the game.
Lokomotiv Coach Hartley on Playoffs After Spartak WinLokomotiv Coach Hartley on Playoffs After Spartak Win
Lokomotiv Coach Hartley on Playoffs After Spartak WinAfter Yaroslavl Lokomotiv's 3-2 victory over Spartak Moscow, coaches Bob Hartley and Alexei Zhamnov shared their analysis of the match and preparations for the upcoming playoffs.
SKA and Sibir Trade Forwards
SKA and Sibir Trade ForwardsSt. Petersburg SKA and Novosibirsk Sibir have exchanged forwards. Canadian Scott Wilson joins SKA, while Andrei Loktionov moves to Sibir.
Tractor Signs New Goaltender from SpartakTractor Signs New Goaltender from Spartak
Tractor Signs New Goaltender from SpartakRumors are circulating about a transfer to Chelyabinsk of a defenseman from Switzerland.
Traktor Chelyabinsk Signs Goalkeeper Dmitry Nikolayev from SpartakTraktor Chelyabinsk Signs Goalkeeper Dmitry Nikolayev from Spartak
Traktor Chelyabinsk Signs Goalkeeper Dmitry Nikolayev from SpartakThe Chelyabinsk club has purchased the goalkeeper from Moscow's Spartak for 15 million rubles (approximately $150,000). Negotiations are also underway with a defender from Switzerland.
Volgograd Opens Sumo: First Competition on Students' DayVolgograd Opens Sumo: First Competition on Students' Day
Volgograd Opens Sumo: First Competition on Students' DayThe first sumo tournament in the region's history took place at the Volgograd House of Officers, where young athletes fought for the champion title.
Volgograd Hosts First Sumo Tournament on Student DayVolgograd Hosts First Sumo Tournament on Student Day
Volgograd Hosts First Sumo Tournament on Student DayOver 150 young athletes gathered at the Volgograd House of Officers for the region's inaugural sumo competition, highlighting the ancient Japanese martial art.
Radulov Extends with Lokomotiv on Old School PrinciplesRadulov Extends with Lokomotiv on Old School Principles
Radulov Extends with Lokomotiv on Old School Principles76.RU sought insight from former Russian national hockey team coach Vladimir Plyushchev.
Novosibirsk Region Approves 11 Key Sports for Official ListNovosibirsk Region Approves 11 Key Sports for Official List
Novosibirsk Region Approves 11 Key Sports for Official ListRussian Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev has signed an order approving 11 key sports for Novosibirsk Region, which will be included in the official list from 2026 to 2029.
Alexander Osipov named new head coach of Rubin TyumenAlexander Osipov named new head coach of Rubin Tyumen
Alexander Osipov named new head coach of Rubin TyumenAlexander Osipov, a legendary Tyumen-trained player, has been appointed head coach of hockey club Rubin just before the playoffs.
Two Coaches Leave SKA Due to Weak PerformanceTwo Coaches Leave SKA Due to Weak Performance
Two Coaches Leave SKA Due to Weak PerformanceThe SKA hockey club announced the departure of coaches Vladimir Filatov and Maxim Semyonov from the coaching staff. The decision is linked to the team's unsatisfactory results in the current Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) season.
Kirill Pilipenko Joins Omsk Avangard as Promising ForwardKirill Pilipenko Joins Omsk Avangard as Promising Forward
Kirill Pilipenko Joins Omsk Avangard as Promising ForwardThe 29-year-old forward will strengthen the Omsk club starting Monday, following his move from Severstal.