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India pushes for return to Formula 1 championship calendar

India is seeking to rejoin the Formula 1 championship calendar after a decade-long absence from the sport's premier racing series. The country previously hosted F1 races from 2011 to 2013 but was forced to withdraw due to complex tax disputes that created insurmountable financial obstacles for the racing organization. The tax issues made it economically unfeasible to continue staging races in India, leading to the country's removal from the international racing calendar despite initial enthusiasm for the sport in the region.

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Russian and Belarusian swimmers allowed to compete under their national flags

Russian and Belarusian swimmers will be permitted to compete under their national flags at international swimming competitions. Previously, athletes from both countries could only participate with neutral status and were required to confirm they did not support the war in Ukraine. The decision marks a significant shift in the international swimming federation's policy regarding athletes from these nations since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022. The change affects how Russian and Belarusian swimmers can represent their countries at major international competitions, reversing restrictions that had been in place as part of broader sporting sanctions.

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Slovak Olympic Delegation Scouts Training Sites in Los Angeles Area

A delegation from the Slovak Olympic and Sports Committee traveled to Los Angeles and surrounding areas to identify suitable locations for training camps ahead of the upcoming Olympic Games. The delegation initially focused on finding an appropriate venue for a pre-Olympic training camp for sprint canoeists. The scouting mission represents part of Slovakia's preparations for the 2028 Summer Olympics, which will be held in Los Angeles, as national teams begin planning their training strategies well in advance of the competition.

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Slovakia Ice Hockey Coach Rules Out Goalkeeper Lantoš for World Championship

Slovakia's ice hockey head coach Craig Ramsay has excluded goalkeeper Patrik Lantoš from the national team roster for the upcoming World Championship. Instead, goalkeepers Branislav Hlavaj and Samuel Gajan have secured their spots on the team. The selection process has also been affected by injuries, with forward Matúš Spodniak ruled out of contention for his first World Championship appearance despite a successful season with Michalovce in the Slovak Extraliga.

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Premier League Title Race Intensifies as Arsenal's Lead Narrows After Bournemouth Defeat

Arsenal's grip on the Premier League title has loosened dramatically following an unexpected 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday. The loss has transformed what appeared to be a straightforward title race into a thrilling contest, with Manchester City now positioned to challenge the Gunners' championship aspirations. The defeat came as a shock to Arsenal supporters who had seen their team maintain a commanding position at the top of England's premier football division for much of the season. Manchester City's relentless pursuit and Arsenal's stumble have set up what promises to be an intense finish to the Premier League campaign, with both teams now having realistic chances of claiming the coveted title.

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Fehérváry Contributes Two Points in Capitals Victory, Slafkovský Records Assist

Slovak defenseman Martin Fehérváry contributed two points to help the Washington Capitals secure a victory that moved them within one point of the Philadelphia Flyers in the battle for third place in the Metropolitan Division. Fellow Slovak forward Juraj Slafkovský also recorded an assist in his team's game. The Capitals' win narrows the gap with Philadelphia, though the Flyers maintain an advantage with a game in hand as both teams compete for playoff positioning in the NHL's Metropolitan Division.

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Slafkovsky Assists Suzuki's 100th Career Point in NHL Action

Slovak forward Juraj Slafkovsky recorded an assist on Nick Suzuki's 100th career NHL point during recent Montreal Canadiens action. The assist was notable enough to draw commentary from hockey journalist Arpon Basu, who described Slafkovsky's play as circling around the world before setting up the milestone goal. Despite individual achievements, the Canadiens continue to face evident roster gaps as they approach the playoff race. Slafkovsky, the first overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, has been developing his game with Montreal while contributing to key offensive plays for the franchise.

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Ekuban's goal gives Genoa victory over Sassuolo in Serie A matchday 32

Genoa defeated Sassuolo in Italy's Serie A championship during the 32nd round of matches, with Ekuban scoring the decisive goal. The match was marked by an incident at the end of the first half when both Genoa's Mikael Egill Ellertsson and Sassuolo captain Domenico Berardi received red cards following an altercation off the pitch. The victory contributes to Genoa's campaign in Italy's top football division, while Sassuolo suffered another setback in their season.

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Mbappe Misses Real Madrid Training Before Champions League Return Leg Against Bayern

French striker Kylian Mbappe missed Real Madrid's Sunday training session for precautionary reasons ahead of the team's Champions League quarterfinal return leg against Bayern Munich. The Spanish club faces an uphill battle after losing the first leg 1-2 to the German side. Real Madrid provided no further details about the nature of Mbappe's absence, describing it only as a preventive measure as the team prepares for the crucial second leg that will determine whether they advance to the semifinals of Europe's premier club competition.

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Slovak Women's Handball Team Loses to Norway as Lunde Ends Career

Slovakia's women's handball team suffered a heavy defeat against Norway in an away match, falling behind by a commanding 20-point margin early in the second half. The loss prompted Slovak coach Beňadik to call a timeout to regroup his team. The match also marked a significant milestone as Norwegian star Lunde bid farewell to her playing career, ending her time as one of handball's most prominent figures.

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Slovak goalkeeper Vinarčík makes debut for Arouca in Portuguese league

Slovak goalkeeper Vinarčík made his debut for Arouca in Portugal's top football division on Sunday, marking his first appearance since joining the club in July. The young keeper previously played in Juventus Turin's youth system and represented Slovakia at youth international level before moving to the Portuguese side.

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World Dog Tracking Championships held in Vranov nad Topľou

The World Dog Tracking Championships took place in Vranov nad Topľou, a town in eastern Slovakia. A Czech competitor won the individual competition, while Germany claimed victory in the team event. The international competition brought together handlers and their dogs to compete in tracking skills, with participants demonstrating their animals' ability to follow scent trails.

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Van Aert Outsprints Pogačar to Win Paris-Roubaix Cycling Classic

Belgian cyclist Wout van Aert defeated Slovenia's Tadej Pogačar in a sprint finish to win the prestigious Paris-Roubaix one-day cycling classic. The leading duo built a 40-second advantage heading into the final 30 kilometers of the race, pulling clear from the chasing pack including van der Poel, who appeared to lack the strength to close the gap despite an impressive performance earlier in the race.

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Marie-Louise Eta Becomes First Female Coach in Elite Men's Football

Marie-Louise Eta has been appointed as the new head coach of 1. FC Union Berlin's men's professional team, making her the first woman to lead an elite men's football club. The announcement was made via the German club's official Twitter account, stating that Eta will guide the team through the final phase of the season and their fight to avoid relegation. Eta previously coached Union Berlin's U19 youth team and was already designated as the future head coach. The historic appointment breaks new ground in professional men's football, where women coaches remain extremely rare at the highest levels of the sport.

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Widzew Lodz Fighting Relegation Battle with Kozlovsky

Polish football club Widzew Lodz is struggling near the bottom of the Ekstraklasa table, currently sitting in 17th place out of 18 teams with just one point separating them from the relegation zone. The team, which includes Slovak player Kozlovsky, is fighting to avoid relegation to a lower division as the season progresses.

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Genoa defeats Sassuolo in Serie A match marred by red cards

Genoa secured a victory over Sassuolo in the 32nd round of Italy's Serie A football league, with the match decided by a goal from Ekuban. The game was marked by disciplinary issues at the end of the first half, when both Genoa's Mikael Egill Ellertsson and Sassuolo captain Domenico Berardi received red cards following an off-field altercation. The incident reduced both teams to ten men for the remainder of the match, but Genoa managed to capitalize on their opportunities to claim all three points in the Italian top division.

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Montreal Canadiens lose defenseman Dobson shortly before playoffs

The Montreal Canadiens have lost defenseman Dobson just before the playoff season begins. The 26-year-old Dobson joined Montreal at the start of the season in a trade with the New York Islanders, with Montreal sending Emil Heineman and two 2025 draft picks (Victor Eklund and Kashawn Aitcheson) to acquire him.

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Fury Returns to Ring After 16 Months, Challenges Joshua to Fight

British heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury returned to the ring after a 16-month absence with a victory over Russian fighter Arslanbek Makhmudov. Following his win, Fury issued a direct challenge to Anthony Joshua, stating it must be either him or he would retire from boxing. The fight marked Fury's first bout since his extended break from professional boxing, setting up potential for a highly anticipated showdown between the two British heavyweight champions.

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