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International Olympic Committee denies discussion of suspending Israel

IOC President Kirsty Coventry confirmed Israel's delegation will compete as usual at the Winter Olympics in Italy: 'Now more than ever, the Olympic movement must show the good in humanity'

Ynet | 09.20.25

Spain PM calls to ban Israel from sports

The protests against Israel’s war in Gaza resulted in arrests and injuries, disrupted the event, and ultimately led to the cancellation of the final leg and the podium ceremony

Shosh Bedrosian, ILTV | 09.18.25

Canada to host Israel Davis Cup tie without fans amid security concerns

Canada’s Davis Cup tie with Israel will be played in Halifax without fans after security agencies warned of possible disruptions; matches will be broadcast online only, with Tennis Canada citing safety as the top priority

Ynet | 09.10.25

Israel faces Italy in crucial World Cup qualifier

Team Israel recently beat Moldova 4–0 and now faces the Italian national team

Devo Klein, ILTV | 09.09.25

Athletes' hidden injury: Dental trauma threatens careers and brand value

From Messi to Curry, professional athletes face overlooked dental injuries that can cost thousands in treatment and damage their marketable image

Gal Fleitman | 09.08.25

Wealthy tourists are already booking luxury mansions for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles

The Olympic Games in LA will not open until 2028, but the city’s limited supply of luxury mansions and high-end apartments has already prompted wealthy tourists, athletes and corporations to lock down properties years ahead of time; Rental prices for the period are already running about 40% higher than usual

News Agencies | 09.07.25

Israel splits EuroBasket openers

NBA player Deni Avdija made great plays, with strong defense and crucial points that maintained a 10-point advantage throughout most of the game

Devo Klein, ILTV | 09.01.25

What boycott?: Chess players from 23 countries sign up for Jerusalem international tourney in 1st 24 hours

More than 100 players from 23 nations — including the US, Germany, Denmark, Angola and South Africa — have already registered for the Jerusalem Open, set for November, signaling Israel’s growing standing in global chess

Ynetnews | 08.25.25

An exhibition sumo wrestling match, Dizengoff Center, Tel Aviv

Heavyweights: Meet the athletes bringing sumo wrestling to Israel

An Olympic wrestler promoting sumo, a young fighter crowned Israel’s 'yokozuna' and a surreal detour from a Tel Aviv mall to Tokyo — inside Israel’s emerging sumo scene

Nir Zadok | 08.23.25

‘Chetanyahu’: NBA star turns anti-Israel target over practice video

Chet Holmgren is thrust into a political firestorm after a viral clip of him training at a Los Angeles Jewish high school shows Israeli flags and Hebrew text in the background, sparking anti-Israel backlash

Daniel Edelson, New York | 08.22.25

16-year-old Israeli girl drifting past Europe’s top male racers

Yeva Ivanov is making a name for herself in Europe’s drift circuits, competing against older male drivers and breaking stereotypes — all while still too young to hold a driver’s license; now, the Afula teen is preparing for her first home competition in Karmiel

Liran Biton | 08.15.25

Israeli striker says 'stunned' at German soccer club's decision to terminate contract over Gaza

Weissman was cut by Fortuna Düsseldorf hours after passing medical tests due to backlash over his social media activity following the October 7 Hamas attack, despite his offering an apology, leaving his career in Europe in limbo

Nadav Zenziper | 08.06.25

On top: Five sports giants dominating their fields under the radar

While summer sports dominate headlines, five elite athletes are achieving historic feats in their fields, deserving recognition on par with global superstars in more niche fields like rugby and golf

Guy Leiba | 08.05.25

Israeli doctor watched dozens of resuscitations of pro athletes—then spotted a fatal error

New study reveals widespread belief in 'swallowing the tongue' during cardiac arrest is a dangerous myth that delays life-saving CPR, with media praising outdated first-aid actions

Eitan Gefen | 08.03.25

Jewish priests wrestling naked: How sports shook ancient Judean society

In Jerusalem before the Hasmonean Revolt, priests shocked their community by abandoning Temple duties to wrestle nude at the gymnasion; this vivid clash between Greek athleticism and Jewish tradition exposed deep cultural and religious fault lines

Shmuel Munitz | 07.09.25

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