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Mezzo, Powersoft’s small but powerful half-size install amplifier, is driving the multi-zone background music system.

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Took provisional suspension for swift resolution of my doping case: Dipa Karmakar

NEW DELHI: After reports came out about her 21-month ban for failing a dope test, Indian gymnastics star Dipa Karmakar took to social media on Saturday to clarify that she had accepted provisional suspension with the hope of a swift resolution of her case with the international federation.

The Times of India

Gymnast Dipa Karmakar handed 21-month ban after failing dope test

NEW DELHI: Star gymnast Dipa Karmakar has been handed a 21-month ban for failing a dope test conducted by the International Testing Agency, contrary to claims made by Indian officials that her "suspension" last year was not related to doping offence.

The Times of India

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Gymnast Dipa Karmakar serving two-year ban for anti-doping violation

NEW DELHI: Where has Indian gymnastics’ poster girl Dipa Karmakar been since March this year when the news about her ‘suspended’ status on the international gymnastics federation’s (FIG) website first broke out? Several theories did the rounds from her being punished for an ethical or disciplinary issue to a possible…

The Times of India

FIG chief hails Britain's hosting of World Championships as gymnastics 'moves from sport to entertainment'

Nine action-packed days of competition saw the host nation achieve their best ever Worlds medal haul

Wales Online

Teen Watanabe grabs historic gold

LIVERPOOL -- Teenager Hazuki Watanabe, originally chosen as an alternate, capped a Cinderella story by winning a gold medal at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships and becoming Japan's youngest-ever female world champion in the sport.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Rhys McClenaghan taking special pride in his gymnastics silver in Birmingham

The reigning pommel champion had been barred by his sport’s governing body, the FIG, in May in a row over eligibility.

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Gymnastics congress moved to allow Russian and Belarusian officials to attend

The Norwegian Gymnastics Federation withdrew as hosts to avoid welcoming ‘any officials or delegates from Russia or Belarus’.

The Independent UK

Rhys McClenaghan ‘relieved’ after hearing he can compete at Commonwealth Games

McClenaghan shot to prominence when he beat Olympic champion Max Whitlock to win gold on the Gold Coast in 2018.

The Independent UK

Northern Ireland’s gymnasts win their fight to compete at Commonwealth Games

Rhys McClenaghan shot to prominence when he beat Olympic champion Max Whitlock to win gold on the Gold Coast in 2018.

The Independent UK

Northern Ireland gymnasts cleared to compete at Commonwealth Games

Rhys McClenaghan, Eamon Montgomery and Ewan McAteer were told last month that they would not be permitted to compete in Birmingham

Belfast Live

Gymnasts to demand action from governing bodies after abuse scandals

Advocacy groups have called on the IOC and the sport’s own FIG to review the minimum age of 16 for female gymnasts, given men must be 18

The Guardian - UK

Northern Ireland Minister hopeful of gymnastics resolution after athletes barred from Commonwealth Games

A number of Irish athletes have been barred from the games over their Northern Irish status.

Irish Mirror

Jack Chambers slams FIG over Commonwealth Games ban for Rhys McClenaghan

The Minister for Sport says the Irish Government are unhappy with the decision not to allow three Northern Ireland gymnasts compete in Birmingham and wants a change of heart in the spirit of the Good Friday Agreement

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Daily Mirror

Gymnasts could have to ‘renounce Irish nationality’ to compete at Commonwealth Games

Gymnasts from Northern Ireland may be forced to renounce their Irish nationality on their licences if they want to take part ion the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham

Belfast Live

Commonwealth Games 2022: Olympic Federation of Ireland hits out at Northern Ireland gymnasts' ban

"The OFI Athletes’ Commission is calling on FIG to reverse its decision based on the specific realities of Northern Ireland, and the welfare of the athletes implicated."

The Independent UK

Rhys McClenaghan denied chance to defend Commonwealth Games title in shock ruling

The sport’s international governing body has been accused of disregarding the Good Friday Agreement

Belfast Live

Rhys McClenaghan speaks out over Commonwealth Games ban

The 22-year-old is one of three gymnasts who have been told they cannot compete for Northern Ireland in Birmingham

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Belfast Live

Rhys McClenaghan banned from competing at Commonwealth Games

Defending Pommel Horse champion Rhys McClenaghan is one of three NI gymnasts who have been told they can't compete in Birmingham

Daily Mirror

Russian gymnast who wore 'Z' war symbol next to Ukrainian rival hit with one-year ban

Ivan Kuliak caused a commotion when he brazenly promoted Russia's invasion of Ukraine by wearing a 'Z' symbol at a gymnastics event in March, leading to serious consequences for the 20-year-old

The Independent UK

Ivan Kuliak: Russian gymnast who wore pro-war symbol on podium in Qatar given one-year ban

Russian gymnast was unapologetic and said he would do the same if given second chance

France 24

US reopens Kyiv embassy as Russian soldier pleads guilty at first war crimes trial

The US Embassy in Kyiv reopened on Wednesday after a three-month closure due to Russia's February 24 invasion of Ukraine. Earlier the same day, a 21-year-old Russian soldier facing the first war crimes trial since Russia’s invasion pleaded guilty to killing an unarmed civilian. Follow FRANCE 24’s liveblog for all…

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Russian Gymnast Kuliak Faces Disciplinary Action for ‘Shocking’ Behavior

The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) said it will open disciplinary proceedings against Russian artistic gymnast Ivan Kuliak for his "shocking behavior" in displaying a symbol of support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine during an event. The 20-year-old finished third in the parallel bars final at the Apparatus World Cup in…

The Times of India

FIG identifies Dipa Karmakar as 'suspended' gymnast, national body has no clue about reason

NEW DELHI: Indian gymnast Dipa Karmakar is currently identified as "suspended" in the International Gymnastics Federation's (FiG) website, a development that has left the national body flummoxed which says there has been no official communication from the world body.

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