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In this edition: thousands of Africans have found themselves in Ukraine fighting or working on behalf of the Kremlin. We speak to a journalist who just got back from Ukraine. Also, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the C64 opposition coalition held a demonstration in the capital Kinshasa. And finally,…

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'It's changed a lot' – Paul Seixas raring to take on Canadian GPs and World Championships with Pogačar's possible absence opening up opportunities

French star will return from post-Tour de France break at Grand Prix Québec before big goals of Worlds and Il Lombardia

Cycling News

Tiffany Cromwell to say goodbye to racing career at home UCI Gravel World Championships in October

Australian has already done her last road race as a professional, bowing out at the Philadelphia Cycling Classic

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Kate Courtney among four elite women debuting for Team USA in the Montréal UCI Road World Championships

Quinn Simmons, Brandon McNulty and Neilson Powless lead veteran squad for US elite men

Cycling News

World Championships selection drama begins early as Magnus Cort questions fellow rider's inclusion in Denmark squad

Danish cycling officials publicly defend inclusion of Mikkel Honoré

Cycling News

Tadej Pogačar set for 'serious operation' in next two days as UAE team boss says it 'doesn't seem easy' to recover in time for World Championships

Decision on the rest of the season will be taken following collarbone surgery, which has been delayed by concussion

Cycling News

'I just wasn't good enough' –Mathieu van der Poel rues another year where promising mountain bike form fades for World Championships

After a runner-up slot on return at Les Gets World Cup round the Dutch rider struggles to work way to front

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Aussie paddlers win more gold at world championships

Australia have finished second on the medal table at the canoe sprint and paracanoe world championships after a productive final day in Poland.

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'Full focus on World Championships' – Mads Würtz Schmidt chasing a set of rainbow bands to add to The Traka and Unbound titles in 2026

European championships defence next challenge along the way for the Danish gravel rider who has rarely been off the top step this season

Cycling News

UCI Mountain Bike World Championships: Italy comes from behind to claim team relay

Switzerland, USA round out podium in opening day at Val di Sole

Cycling News

How to watch UCI Mountain Bike World Championships 2026 online from anywhere: free live streams of every event, Day 5

Here's how to watch free 2026 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships live streams online wherever you are as the planet's best riders gather in Italy.

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Quote of the day by Michael Schumacher: "I've always believed that you should never..."

Two competitors can find themselves in a position with almost no realistic chance of success and respond to it in completely different ways. One does the rational-seeming thing and starts conserving effort, treating a nearly hopeless situation as effectively already decided. The other keeps pushing at full intensity regardless of…

The Times of India

La Vuelta, Canada, or elsewhere – Where are the men's stars riding in preparation for the Road World Championships?

We break down the schedules of all the key riders as the big names head towards the Montreal Worlds

Cycling News

BWF World Championships: Treesa-Gayatri confirm medal as they come from behind to beat Jia-Zhang of China to reach semifinals

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured a World Championships medal after a comeback win. The unseeded Indian pair defeated China's Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian in the quarterfinal. This victory assures them of at least a bronze medal in the women's doubles event. They will now face top…

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Satwik-Chirag pair loses to Wang and Liang in World Championships quarters

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty's medal hopes ended in the quarterfinal. They lost in straight games to China's Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang. The world number five Indians lacked sharpness in their performance. This defeat concluded their bid for a third World Championships medal. Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand…

The Economic Times

‘Just show up’: PV Sindhu recalls Virat Kohli’s advice during career low

Olympic shuttler PV Sindhu shared her close bond with cricket icon Virat Kohli. He offered encouraging advice during her lowest career phase, urging her to simply play. Sindhu considers Kohli her brother and shares her successes with him. She recently met the batting superstar and values his insights. Sindhu is…

Cycling News

'I'm certainly not done with this season yet' – Demi Vollering sends warning to her rivals ahead of the World Championships

The Tour de France Femmes winner heads to Canada with form and ambition

The Economic Times

BWF World Championships return to India after 17 years; Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag lead home charge

New Delhi will host the BWF World Championships 2026 starting Monday. PV Sindhu and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty will lead the Indian contingent. Sindhu aims for another medal after winning the Japan Open recently. Satwik-Chirag seeks their maiden world title after previous bronze medals. Lakshya Sen also represents India in men's…

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The Economic Times

Worlds Apart: Indian badminton's medal hopes rise against global competition

India hosts the BWF World Championships with a strong medal-winning legacy. Chinese dominance has waned, creating an open field for many contenders. Indian players like PV Sindhu and Satwik-Chirag aim for podium finishes. The men's singles category presents a challenging and unpredictable draw for all. The tournament promises exciting matches…

Cycling News

Michael Woods to come out of road retirement for home World Championships in Montreal

39-year-old Canadian has been racing gravel and is making his Leadville MTB debut but it's soon back to three of the biggest road events

The Economic Times

Shoulder injury 'frustrating', but Satwik-Chirag vow to stay aggressive at home Worlds

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will play aggressively at the World Championships. The Indian pair aims for a better medal on home soil. Satwik manages a recurring shoulder injury which causes frustration. They will focus on the first four strokes of each rally. The duo embraces the home crowd and…

Cycling News

Vollering's World Championships quest, Courtney's WorldTour debut and big transfer intrigue – Six compelling storylines to follow in women's cycling for the rest of 2026

The Tour de France Femmes is over but there's still plenty to look forward to for the women's peloton

The Economic Times

Badminton-India's world championships organisers hire monkey whisperers

Monkey mimics will be employed to deter primates at the upcoming badminton World Championships in New Delhi. Organizers are using langur monkey sounds to keep rhesus monkeys away from the venue. Pigeons also posed a problem, leading to court fouling during a previous event. A non-toxic gel has been applied…

The Economic Times

BAI, SAI give IG Stadium major facelift ahead of BWF World Championships

Organizers have upgraded the Indira Gandhi Stadium for the upcoming BWF World Championships. Extensive anti-bird measures and structural improvements were implemented to prevent past embarrassments. New systems and non-toxic gels will keep birds and insects away from the venue. Officials are also coordinating with local authorities to manage stray animals…

The Economic Times

From dream to debut: Four Indian shuttlers ready for World Championships bow at home

Four Indian badminton players will debut at the BWF World Championships hosted in India. Ayush Shetty faces a tough opening round against the world number one player. Unnati Hooda, a young prospect, competes in the women's singles event. Simran Singhi and Kavipriya Selvam represent India in women's doubles.

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