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אלכס אברבוך
How Aliyah helped shape Israel's sports legacy
Immigration has significantly transformed Israeli athletics, with numerous immigrant athletes elevating the nation's sports scene, leading to Olympic finalists and record-breaking performances
Avinoam Porat | 17:45 | 07.26.24
הפגנה פרו פלסטינית בכיכר הרפובליקה בפריז
A day before Olympic opening ceremonies, pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel demonstrations face off in Paris
Protesters chanted: 'Kick the Israelis out of the Olympic Games' while several dozen Jews shouted: 'There is no place for antisemitism in the Olympics'
Nadav Zenziper, Paris | 23:45 | 07.25.24
שוטרים ליד מגדל אייפל
Iran behind intimidation campaign targeting Israeli Olympic athletes
Israel National Cyber Directorate reveals Iran is behind the intimidation campaign that sent threatening messages to Israeli athletes in the Olympic delegation and invited them to their own  funerals
Nadav Zenziper, Paris | 22:41 | 07.25.24
נבחרת ישראל
Anti-Israel protesters wave Palestinian flags, boo at Israel team in match
Israel's national soccer team played against Mali at the Parc de France Stadium; Coach Guy Luzon says protests make the team want to do better; Final core was 1-1 in the opening round of Group 4
Nadav Zenziper | 01:16 | 07.25.24
ארטיום דולגופיאט
'Some gymnasts post support for Palestinians, I block them immediately'
Artem Dolgopyat talks about  he's sometimes his own worst enemy, the anger he feels for those who post pro-Palestinian content after October 7 and his partner's insistence on getting married soon: 'that’s an order'
Nadav Zenziper, Paris | 17:00 | 07.24.24
שלטים נגד ישראל
Pro-Palestinian activists gear up for protest at Israeli Olympic soccer match
Europalestine calls for ‘silent protest’ during Israel’s opener against Mali; coach Guy Luzon says protests ‘will only make us better’
Ynet | 12:11 | 07.24.24
Iranian sports fans cheer on the national team
Iran calls for Israel to be suspended from Paris Olympics
Following calls by the Palestine Olympic Committee, Iran's Foreign Ministry also demands sanctions against the Blue and White delegation; 'Do not deserve to be present at the Paris Olympics because of the war against the innocent people of Gaza'
Ynet sports | 19:57 | 07.23.24
מירב לשם גונן ואורן סמדג'ה
Israeli Olympic athletes leave for Paris: 'I hope all hostages see you and gain strength' mother of hostage tells them
With four days before the opening ceremony for the summer Olympic games, the Israeli delegation got a send off from Meirav Leshem Gonen, whose daughter is still held by Hamas in Gaza; She embraced former Olympic judoka Oren Smadja, whose son fell in Gaza, in a sign of solidarity
ynet correspondents | 15:49 | 07.22.24
פריז 2024
Dancers for Paris Olympics opening ceremony threaten to strike
Wage disparities, demand for bonuses and compensation for cancelled vacations: With 4 days left until opening ceremony in Paris, a number of labor unions in France make it clear that they will not provide services or take part in events if they do not reach an agreement
Ynet sports | 10:52 | 07.22.24
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Japan draws gymnastics captain from 2024 over smoking and drinking violation
Shoko Miyata, the 19-year-old captain of Japan's Olympic women's gymnastics team and reigning national champion, was withdrawn from the 2024 Paris Olympics after violating the team's code of conduct by smoking and drinking alcohol, which are illegal for under-20s in Japan
Ynetnews | 04:14 | 07.22.24
פלצ'יק
Israeli athletes receive death threats ahead of Paris Olympics
In the most secured Olympics so far, Israeli athletes receive invitations to their own funerals in Paris: 'You will die on July 27'; Shin Bet sends comprehensive security detail to secure Israeli athletes
Nadav Zenziper | 14:19 | 07.21.24
Shin Bet prepares for complicated operation to protect delegation in Paris
With heightened global tensions and anti-Israel sentiment, the Israeli delegation to the Paris Olympics faces unprecedented security measures, involving advanced technologies and extensive planning, ensuring the safety of athletes during the first wartime games for Israel
Nadav Zenziper | 12:06 | 07.20.24
נבחרת ישראל
Israel fears FIFA committee will recommend country's expulsion from international soccer
International soccer organization set to convene committee to review Palestinians' request to remove Israel from association; recommendations to be presented next week
Nadav Zenziper | 22:50 | 07.18.24
נועה קירל דניאל פרץ
Daniel Peretz, Noa Kirel's beau, to miss Olympics due to injury
Peretz suffers a tear to the quadricep preventing him from serving as captain of  Israel's national soccer team at Paris games; He says he has faith in his teammates and will be their biggest fan 
Nadav Zenziper | 19:07 | 07.18.24
Bella Hadid posts photo of Adidas campaign shoot
Bella Hadid is the face of Adidas' insensitivity in 1972 Olympics throwback
Supermodel to appear in a retro campaign pushing  shoes first featured during Munich Olympic Games - where Israeli athletes were massacred in a Palestinian terror attack  
Itay Yaacov | 17:30 | 07.18.24
תאי בריבו
Tai Baribo becomes first Israeli player to score hattrick in MLS
Israeli national soccer team forward inspires Philadelphia Union to 5-1 victory over New England Revolution, substituted off in 90th minute for 14-year-old midfield prodigy Cavan Sullivan
Ynet | 09:11 | 07.18.24
גפן פרימו
Israeli judoka seeks second chance in 2024 Paris Olympics
Olympic hopeful Gefen Primo, who missed out on Tokyo 2020 due to COVID-19, says she feels the upcoming event in Paris is her chance to fill a hole in her heart
Stav Ifergan | 22:20 | 07.17.24
Why Scotland’s fiercest soccer rivalry features Israeli vs. Palestinian flags
City of Udine refuses to sponsor Italy-Israeli soccer match
Udine Municipality says will not sponsor Italy-Israel Nations League match, citing potential divisiveness due to ongoing war, sparking criticism; 'Sports and politics should remain separate,' says senator
ynet correspondents | 22:07 | 07.17.24
Live Pyramid Sport "Hashomeria" – Haifa, July 1949
Zionist sports: newly unveiled photos showcase Israel’s athletic legacy
New collection of historical photographs, unveiled ahead of Paris Olympics, captures pivotal role of sports in Israel’s early years, showcasing everything from school gymnastics to competitive events
Ynetnews | 16:55 | 07.17.24
פריז 2024
Arab world prepares for Olympic games, 'Israel's participation gives Games the taste of blood'
Online campaign calls for ousting Israel from the sporting event over Gaza war, depicting athletes as bloodthirsty killers while Gulf nations send troops to assist France in providing security 
Lior Ben Ari | 12:03 | 07.17.24
לאמין ימאל אלכס פדילה
Lamine Yamal reveals girlfriend after Euro win
At tender age of 17, soccer wonder kid attracts world attention but not just to his on-field achievements which are many but because of Alex, a student and online influencer followed by over 300,000 on TikTok 
Inbal Hananel | 17:06 | 07.15.24
ארגנטינה והגביע
Messi was injured, substituted and sobbed as he watched Argentina win the Copa America again
 An emotional evening for the 37-year-old soccer  star, who injured his knee and sat on the bench, but saw his teammates record a dramatic 0:1 in overtime and win the tournament for the second time in a row
Associated Press | 08:45 | 07.15.24
דני אבדיה והגופייה החדשה
Deni Avdija dishes in Portland on trade from Washington: 'Very big surprise'
The Israeli forward gave an interview to the Trail Blazers' official website and commented on learning while in Israel that he would be leaving the Wizards: 'I went to sleep and asked my father to wake me up if something unusual happened - and then it happened'
Ynet sports | 00:55 | 07.15.24
קייט מידלטון
Kate Middleton welcomed back at Wimbledon final
Princess of Wales attends tennis tournament with daughter Charlotte and receives standing ovation in second public appearance since disclosing cancer diagnosis
Inbal Hananel | 22:34 | 07.14.24
Foreign soccer talent in Israel is in constant decline
The war has made it difficult for Israeli soccer teams to attract foreign talents so they turn to the local market of foreign players; Agents: 'It's all about money, they have to spend large sums for lower quality'
Nadav Zenziper | 16:28 | 07.14.24
עמית אלור, מתאבקת אמריקנית-יהודיה
'I'm wrestling for the US but in my heart, I'm also wrestling for Israel'
While the Israeli delegation has high hopes for the 2024 Paris Olympics, Diaspora Jews will also participate in events including wrestling, fencing, swimming and more
Yaniv Pohoryles | 18:33 | 07.12.24
רז הרשקו
Judoka Raz Hershko: 'I want everyone to hear Hatikvah at the Paris Olympics'
Considered a favorite to land a medal at the Paris Olympics, Judo star Raz Hershko shares about the bullying she went through as a child, feeling the Israeli people behind her as she competes and the elephant tattoo she has, calling it 'my spirit animal'
Nadav Zenziper | 13:50 | 07.11.24
ג'ון סינה
John Cena announces retirement from WWE In-Ring Competition, plans final matches until 2025
Cena plans to finish his wrestling career with 30-40 more dates until 2025, including Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania 41, which is expected to be his last match
Ynetnews | 01:18 | 07.11.24
פיקפורד
Euro 2024 penalty shootouts: a focus on psychology, new tactics
The preparation of national teams for penalty shootouts has become critical, and Euro 2024 reinforces this trend as coaches and teams strive to be ready down to the last detail - just ask Southgate
Yair Kattan, Associated Press | 18:54 | 07.09.24
דני אבדיה והגופייה החדשה
Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija meets his new Portland Trail Blazers teammates
Former Washington Wizards forward says he was 'shocked' by the trade but ultimately wishes to take the team to new heights in the coming season 
Ynet | 12:54 | 07.09.24
פגיעת הרקטה באצטדיון בקריית שמונה
Hezbollah rocket crashes into Kiryat Shmona soccer stadium
Kiryat Shmona's soccer team is a newcomer to the Premier League, but it won't be playing in its municipal stadium any time soon, especially now that it took a direct hit from a rocket fired from Lebanon
Shimon Elbaz | 09:43 | 07.08.24
סונדגרן
Maccabi Haifa star wants out due to war and security fears
Swedish right-back Daniel Sundgren expresses desire to be released from soccer vice champion as family doesn't wish to return to Israel due to Gaza war and concerns about possible flareup with Hezbollah in north
Shimon Elbaz | 23:54 | 07.06.24
The banner put out by Werder Bremen
'Let Hersh Free': German soccer club's gesture to Israeli hostage
Werder Bremen shares the tribute on social media, adding the caption: 'The message is clear, and from today everyone can see it outside the Weserstadion - 'Let Hersh Free'
Ynetnews | 00:41 | 07.05.24
דניאל פרץ
'I believe my time will come': Daniel Peretz talks about life in shadow of Manuel Neuer
Though he mingles with soccer legends like Muller and Kane and dates one of Holy Land's top music stars, Israeli shot-stopper trains rigorously; he insists he's ready to be Bayern's first-choice goalkeeper if Kompany calls on him
Nadav Zenziper | 23:05 | 07.03.24
כרואן חלבי
First Druze woman to win Israeli running championship sets sights high
Biomedical engineer Karwan Halabi, 29, trains 10 times a week, maintaining her status as Israeli champion; she began training on a treadmill as it was unusual to see a woman running alone in her village
Tzipora Roman | 18:27 | 07.03.24
נלי קורדה (מימין) ג'סיקה קורדה
World's top-ranked woman golfer pulls out of major tournament after dog bite
Nelly Korda, the world's top-ranked woman golfer and two-time major champion from Bradenton, Florida, withdrew from the Ladies European Tour Aramco Team Series event in Hemel Hempstead, England, where she was the defending champion
Ynetnews | 02:35 | 07.02.24
זאנג זיאו
A 7-foot-3 Chinese basketball prodigy is the tallest female basketball player of all time
By the age of 11 or 12, she had grown to 2.05 meters. Now at 17, Zhang Ziyu is a basketball sensation 
Ynetnews | 02:48 | 07.01.24
אוהדי הונגריה
Germany bans neo-Nazi song rendition chanted by Euro soccer fans
UEFA and German authorities prohibit playing popular song by Italian DJ Gigi D'Agostino after fans sing it with neo-Nazi connotations
Ynet | 22:42 | 06.29.24
רוכבי ישראל פרמייר טק
Israeli Tour de France team calls for release of hostages in kick off
Israeli soldiers join cycling team Israel Premier Tech on the starting line of their fifth competition and demand the hostages be released immediately 
Roy Rubinstein | 17:17 | 06.29.24
נבחרת ה-efootball הישראלית
Israeli national soccer team returns to EA FC after two decades
Blue and Whites back in popular video game franchise in first since 2002 after Israeli eSoccer team qualifies for Euro 2024
Ynet | 16:02 | 06.28.24
דני אבדיה
Deni Avdija's arrival with Trail Blazers energizes Portland's Jewish scene
Israeli NBA star will not only meet his new teammates and find a new place to live but also integrate into a new Jewish community; his games are sure to attract many Israelis and Jews, eager to cheer on a fellow countryman
Ynetnews | 11:10 | 06.28.24
דני אבדיה
Slam dunk: Deni Avdija traded by Washington Wizards, heads to Portland
NBA team which Avdija grew into for the last four years in the NBA moves to replace him with Portland Trail Blazers' Malcolm Brogdon; fans condemn 'managerial mistake'
Yair Katan | 11:57 | 06.27.24
Olympic Village, הכפר האולימפי באולימיפאדת פריז 2024
Despite cleaning efforts, Seine Olympic plans in doubt due to pollution
Several test events and dress rehearsals for Olympic events on the Seine canceled due to river's poor conditions, raising concerns about athlete safety
Ynetnews | 10:49 | 06.24.24
פולונסקי וגורבנקו
Israeli swimmers dominate European championships
Athlete Anastasia Gorbenko wins fourth gold medal at the event followed by Lea Polonsky who came in second and awarded with the silver
Nadab Zenziper | 21:08 | 06.22.24
גורבנקו עם הזהב
Israeli swimmer Anastasia Gorbenko wins gold at LEN European Aquatics Championships
The Israeli swimmer and world silver medalist has become the European champion in the 400-meter individual medley; this marks her third gold medal at the championship, following her victories in two relay events
Nadav Zenziper | 00:34 | 06.20.24
נבחרת ישראל
Brussels says can't host soccer match against Israel due to security concerns
Israel's national team expected to be hosted in the Belgian capital on September 6, for the opening round of the UEFA Nations League biennial international competition; Brussels claims the match 'endangers security of the spectators'
Ynet sports | 17:20 | 06.19.24
סלפטר ויתר הרצות
Kenyan-born Israeli runner Lonah Chemtai Salpeter to be flag-bearer at Paris Olympics opening
High hopes for promising results in international contest for 2024 Israeli Olympic team, considered to be the highest-quality Olympic delegation in Israel's history 
Nadav Zenziper | 22:16 | 06.18.24
צ'ארלס בארקלי
Charles Barkley announces 2024-25 NBA season will be his last on television
NBA Hall of Famer  emphasizes decision to retire final, potentially passing baton to analysts like Jamal Crawford, Vince Carter or Steve Smith
Ynetnews | 20:25 | 06.18.24
גביע אירופה יורו 2024
Euro 2024 kicks off as Germany is on alert amid support of Israel
The UEFA Euro 2024 kicks off with concern over potential terrorist attacks targeting the millions of local tourists who will be watching the games; each day 22,000 police officers will be deployed in the streets
Ynetnews, Zeev Avrahami | 22:14 | 06.14.24
קיירי
Kyrie Irving wears keffiyeh to NBA finals
Dallas Mavericks star player arrives with pro-Palestinian trinket after making antisemitic and anti-Israel statements in the past that got him suspended
Ynet | 12:01 | 06.10.24
מארו טפרי, גשאו איילה, גירמה אמרה
Israeli marathon team secures silver medal in European Athletics Championships
Maru Teferi, Gashau Ayale, and Girmaw Amare all finished in the top ten, securing the team's second-place finish behind Italy
Ynetnews | 21:02 | 06.09.24
Jibril Rajoub
Palestinian official denied entrance to Australia with soccer team
Citing visa application issues chairman of the Palestinian Football Association Jibril Rajoub is unable to join his team traveling to Australia to play an Asian World Cup qualifiers match  
ynet correspondents | 18:24 | 06.09.24
לאו מסי
Messi surprises fans speaking English in film promo cameo, spurring mixed reactions
Promotional video features Argentine soccer legend surprising Will Smith and Martin Lawrence at their home
Ynetnews | 12:39 | 06.09.24
השחיין אדם מראענה
First Arab-Israeli to represent Israel at Olympics since 1976
Swimmer Adam Maraana clocked a time of 53.60 seconds in the 100-meter backstroke, surpassing the qualifying standard, and also matching the Israeli record set by Yakov Toumarkin in 2017; third Arab-Israeli athlete ever to compete in the Olympics
Stav Ifergan | 14:05 | 06.06.24
שחקן נבחרת קטועי הגפיים של ישראל בן ממן
Israeli amputee soccer team jeered, cursed during match with Turkey
A national team made up of both soldiers and civilians who lost their limbs on October 7, was treated to an extremely hostile atmosphere while playing the Turkish team in the European Championship being held in France, including audible jeering and cursing during the Israeli national anthem and the Turks refusing to shake hands; Israel lost the match 6:0
ynet correspondents | 19:32 | 06.04.24
שלט אזהרה על יציאה מתחם גלישה גלישת סקי שלג מאובטח ב אוסטריה ארכיון
World Cup skier, girlfriend die in Italy skiing accident after 2,300-foot fall
Italian speed skier Jean Daniel Pession, 27, who ranked 15th in 2021, and his girlfriend Elisa Arlian, 27, were both ski instructors
Ynetnews | 15:07 | 06.04.24
Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton: insights, challenges and resilience in Formula 1 racing
Star racer discussses mental resilience and adaptability in Formula 1, emphasizing preference for chasing rather than leading and ability to recover from setbacks
Ynetnews | 20:15 | 06.02.24
זלץ
Texas university welcomes first observant Jewish football player
You wouldn't expect a 5'6", 160-pound Jewish student with no prior experience or notable physique to take a keen interest in American football; however, Sam Salz discovered the sport, put on a helmet, and never looked back; 'One day, I watched a game on TV and knew that in college, I would play football'
Tzippy Shmilovitz | 02:12 | 06.02.24
סקוטי שפלר
Scottie Scheffler arrested at PGA Championship, charges later dropped
World's no. 1 golfer cleared of assault and reckless driving charges after 'misunderstanding' with police; legal action considered but not pursued
Ynetnews | 13:33 | 05.30.24
לאו מסי
Atlanta United snaps Inter Miami's 10-match unbeaten streak despite Messi goal
Argentine superstar's strike fails to inspire comeback for Herons, succumbing 3-1; boasting 13 goals and 11 assists in 14 games this season, Messi closes in on club's goal-scoring record
Ynetnews | 13:00 | 05.30.24
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