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Hakimi to Stand Trial for Rape, PSG Star and Morocco Captain Faces Case
Paris Saint-Germain vice-captain Achraf Hakimi is set to stand trial for rape stemming from a 2023 allegation; he denies the charges and prosecutors in Nanterre ordered the proceeding, with Hakimi also serving as Morocco’s captain.
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Britain chase curling gold as women's halfpipe postponed by snow at Milano-Cortina
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Hess fires back with an L-sign after Trump insult at Winter Olympics
American freestyle skier Hunter Hess flashed an L-sign after his halfpipe run at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics in response to Donald Trump calling him a loser, insisting he stands by his words and does not regret it; Hess finished 10th in the final, with teammate Gus Kenworthy sixth amid heavy online criticism he says he weathered with family support.
Milano-Cortina’s ski mountaineering dazzles the crowd but critics call it a gimmick
Ski mountaineering made its Olympic debut at Milano-Cortina and delivered entertaining racing, with Marianne Fatton narrowly beating Emily Harrop as transitions proved decisive; however the article argues the new sport suffers structural and safety concerns and lacks broad spectator appeal, making it feel more gimmick than lasting Olympic mainstay.
Vonn’s surgery shadows GB’s medal quest as Muir and Brookes target Winter Games glory
Lindsey Vonn is stable after surgery on a leg fracture from a horror downhill crash at the Winter Olympics, while Team GB’s Kirsty Muir and Mia Brookes are among Britain’s medal hopes, with Brookes squeezing into the Big Air final after a nervy start and Muir set to compete in the women’s freeski slopestyle final; Day 3 of Milan-Cortina 2026 features multiple events across alpine, freestyle and more.
USA opens Milano-Cortina with a win as ICE protests and VIPs loom
The United States kicked off Milano Cortina 2026 with a 5-1 win by the women’s team over Czechia in the opening hockey match, with JD Vance and other VIPs in attendance amid local anti-ICE protests. Despite the controversy and the high-profile presence of figures like Secretary of State Marco Rubio, fans remained upbeat as Team USA started the Winter Olympics on a strong note.
Alcaraz seals historic career Grand Slam at Australian Open
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in four sets to win the Australian Open and become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam, overturning a one-set deficit to win 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5.
Russell lauds Red Bull's new Powertrain after Barcelona test
Mercedes driver George Russell praised Red Bull’s new Powertrain after the Barcelona pre-season test, calling it very impressive and reliable and suggesting a potential fight this season, though he cautioned it’s still early to judge the car’s championship potential.
Alcaraz seals career slam with Australian Open triumph over Djokovic
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 in the Australian Open final to become the youngest man ever to complete the career Grand Slam, denying Djokovic a 25th major.
Arsenal surge to seven-point lead after Leeds rout, igniting title-talk
Arsenal’s 4-0 win at Leeds stretched their lead to seven points in the Premier League, with the performance prompting pundit Paul Merson to claim it might have 'won' the title, though there are 14 league games remaining and City/Villa still to play; Arsenal also mark the league’s best goal difference (+29) as they push toward the title.
Rybakina roars back to win Australian Open final against Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina recovered from a set down to beat world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in the Australian Open women’s final at Rod Laver Arena, sealing her second Grand Slam title and avenging her 2023 defeat to Sabalenka. Sabalenka’s bid to win Melbourne for a third time ended in a hard-fought three-set clash, while the men's final between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic looms for Sunday.
Arsenal strike early as Chelsea host in Carabao Cup semi-final first leg
Arsenal take the early lead at Stamford Bridge in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg as Chelsea seek a reply, with the live blog tracking goals, chances, lineups, and fan reaction.