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world13 hours ago

Frigid Night Ends in Guard's Death at Cortina Olympics Site, Prompting Probe

A 55-year-old guard working an overnight shift at a Cortina d'Ampezzo construction site for the 2026 Winter Olympics died during subfreezing conditions (about 10 F); organizers say it was a heart attack and a full investigation is underway, with Italian officials seeking answers. The incident occurred outside Cortina's ice arena at a site not overseen by the government-backed Simico. The Milan-Cortina games run Feb. 6-22.

via CBS News|
#construction-site#cortina#heart-attack
sports1 year ago

"Russian Skater Kamila Valieva's Doping Defense: The Strawberry Dessert Controversy"

The Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva's four-year ban for testing positive for trimetazidine, rejecting her defense that the prohibited substance entered her body through a strawberry dessert made by her grandfather. Trimetazidine is banned for use by athletes as it is considered a metabolic modulator that can aid endurance in physical activity. As a result of the ban, the US Figure Skating team will receive a gold medal for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, with Russia's Olympic results being disqualified and re-ranked.

via CNN|
#court-of-arbitration-for-sport#doping-violation#russian-figure-skater
sports1 year ago

"Jets Trade for Monahan; Crosby Criticized for Skipping Event"

The Montreal Canadiens traded Sean Monahan to the Winnipeg Jets, while NHL commissioner Gary Bettman announced that players will participate in the 2026 and 2030 Winter Olympics. Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby faced criticism for skipping the All-Star Game draft, and former TSN reporter Frank Seravalli expressed his opinion on the matter. Additionally, Theo Epstein joined the Penguins ownership group, and the NHL will host a smaller international tournament next year. The LA Kings fired coach Todd McClellan, and the NHL is facing controversy over an alleged 2018 Team Canada sexual assault case.

via Pittsburgh Hockey Now|
#nhl#nhl-trade#sean-monahan
sports1 year ago

"Team USA Awarded 2022 Olympic Figure Skating Gold After Russian Skater Disqualification"

Following a doping decision against Russian skater Kamila Valieva, the U.S. figure skating team has been awarded the gold medal in the team event at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, marking the first-ever team Olympic gold for the U.S. The decision comes after the Court of Arbitration for Sport disqualified Valieva's performances and banned her from the sport through 2025. The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee confirmed the gold medal award to nine American skaters, with some planning a press conference, while the Canadians express disappointment over the final tabulations.

via NPR|
#doping-scandal#figure-skating#kamila-valieva
sports1 year ago

"Olympics to Award Medals to Runner-Ups Following Valieva Doping Ban"

The International Olympic Committee will award medals for the 2022 Winter Olympics figure skating competition following the doping scandal involving Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva. Valieva, 15, has been banned from international competition through December 2025, and her wins since December 2021 have been void. The IOC expressed sympathy for affected athletes and plans to establish rankings with the International Skating Union to award the medals. The decision has been welcomed by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, emphasizing the importance of fair play and clean sport. The IOC also highlighted the need to address the role of athletes' entourage in doping cases, particularly when minors are involved.

via NPR|
#doping-scandal#figure-skating#international-olympic-committee
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Deadly Avalanche Strikes California Ski Resort Amid Winter Storm"

An avalanche struck a section of expert trails at Palisades Tahoe ski resort near Lake Tahoe, killing one person and injuring three others. The avalanche occurred as a major storm with snow and gusty winds moved into the region, prompting the resort to close. The debris field was 150 feet wide, 450 feet long, and 10 feet deep. The victim was identified as Kenneth Kidd, 66, and the cause of the avalanche is under investigation. Palisades Tahoe, the site of the 1960 Winter Olympics, is on the western side of Lake Tahoe, about 40 miles from Reno, Nevada.

via Yahoo News|
#avalanche#california#lake-tahoe
sports2 years ago

Lake Placid vies for 2026 Olympic sliding events

Lake Placid, New York has submitted a proposal to host the sliding events (bobsled, skeleton, and luge) for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Italy. The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee fully supports the efforts of the New York Olympic Authority to bring a small slice of the Olympics back to the United States. The venue for the sliding sports has been uncertain due to construction delays and cost issues in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. While Lake Placid is willing to host, tracks in Switzerland and Austria are still considered likely options. Italian authorities are working to find a solution to keep the sliding events in-country.

via USA TODAY|
#lake-placid#milan-cortina-2026#sliding-events
sports2 years ago

"Salt Lake City: The Perfect Host for the 2034 Winter Olympics"

Salt Lake City has been deemed a "preferred host" by the International Olympic Committee for the 2034 Winter Olympics, moving a step closer to hosting the Games. The city's ability to use existing venues from the 2002 Winter Games played a major role in the decision. The IOC also announced a "privileged dialogue" with Switzerland for the 2038 Olympics. Salt Lake City's bid makes sense due to its infrastructure, privately funded housing plans, and the need for a strong U.S. audience for media rights deals.

via The Athletic|
#2034-olympics#athlete-experience#international-olympic-committee
sports2 years ago

"U.S. and France Forge Path to Co-Host Winter Olympics and Paralympics"

Salt Lake City's bid to host the 2034 Winter Olympics and Paralympics, and France's bid to host the 2030 Winter Games, have advanced to "targeted dialogue" with the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The IOC Future Host Commission recommended awarding the 2030 Games to France and the 2034 Games to Salt Lake City, pending successful talks. The IOC aims to elect the hosts at next summer's IOC session, with the possibility of awarding both the 2030 and 2034 Games. The U.S. and France were previously awarded the 2028 and 2024 Summer Games, respectively.

via NBC Sports|
#france#ioc#paralympics
sports2 years ago

Salt Lake City's Winter Olympics future uncertain as IOC decision looms

Salt Lake City is awaiting the International Olympic Committee's decision on whether it will be selected as the host for the 2030 or 2034 Winter Olympics. Under the IOC's new host selection process, the city is expected to enter into "targeted dialogue" with the IOC unless it fails to fulfill certain obligations and government contracts. Salt Lake City is considered a strong candidate due to its preparedness, compact footprint, lack of new permanent structures, and public approval. However, the IOC's decision on the edition of the Games and the possibility of other contenders entering the dialogue process adds uncertainty to the outcome.

via Salt Lake Tribune|
#bid-process#future-host-selection#international-olympic-committee