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Daniil Medvedev Seeks Redemption in Doha After Rotterdam Frustration DOHA, 16 February 2026 – Former world number one Daniil Medvedev returns to the court today at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open, facing Chinese talent Juncheng Shang in a crucial opening-round encounter. The Russian, currently ranked 11th in the world, arrives in Doha seeking to stabilise a […]

Sri Lanka Qualify for Super Eights as Australia Face World Cup Elimination KANDY, 16 February 2026 – Sri Lanka have mathematically secured their progression to the Super Eight stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 following a comprehensive eight-wicket victory over Australia at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Monday. Nissanka Century Silences

ATP Doha 2026: Qatar ExxonMobil Open Debuts as ATP 500 Event DOHA, 16 February 2026 – The international tennis circuit turns its focus to the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex this week as the Qatar ExxonMobil Open officially begins its first edition as an upgraded ATP 500 tournament. While the draw is headlined by

Bobsleigh: German Sleds Dominate Opening Heats at Milan Cortina 2026 CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, 16 February 2026 – The ice of the Cortina Sliding Centre has witnessed a masterclass in precision and speed this week as the bobsleigh events of the XXV Olympic Winter Games get underway. German pilots Johannes Lochner and Laura Nolte have set the

Tanguy Nef Claims Historic Olympic Gold in Team Combined at Milan Cortina 2026 BORMIO, 16 February 2026 – Swiss slalom specialist Tanguy Nef has reached the pinnacle of alpine skiing, securing a gold medal in the Olympic debut of the men’s team combined event. Partnering with downhill sensation Franjo von Allmen, Nef delivered a masterclass

Dunkirk Carnival 2026: Thousands Brave the Snow for the ‘Trois-Joyeuses’ DUNKIRK, 16 February 2026 – The coastal city of Dunkirk has plunged into its most intense week of celebration as the “Trois-Joyeuses” (Three Joyful Days) officially commenced. Despite unseasonable snowfall on Sunday, over 100,000 revellers, known locally as masquelours, gathered for the traditional “Bande de

AS Monaco vs Paris Saint-Germain: French Giants Clash in Historic Champions League Play-Off MONACO, 16 February 2026 – In a rare continental showdown between domestic rivals, AS Monaco will host Paris Saint-Germain at the Stade Louis II on Tuesday night for the first leg of their UEFA Champions League play-off tie. This fixture marks a

Paris Weather: Orange Alert Issued as Snow and Ice Hit the Capital PARIS, 15 February 2026 – Météo France has placed Paris and all eight departments of the Île-de-France region under an orange alert for snow and ice this Sunday morning. Residents and visitors are advised to exercise caution as a cold front from the

Pierre Vaultier Criticises ‘Mediocre’ Olympic Course After French Medal Disappointment LIVIGNO, 15 February 2026 – Double Olympic champion Pierre Vaultier has launched a scathing assessment of the snowboard cross facilities at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games, describing the course as “mediocre” following a frustrating day for the French contingent. Expert Critique from a Legend Vaultier,

RAYE Takes the Stage at Paris Accor Arena Amid Global Tour Success PARIS, 15 February 2026 – The British singer-songwriter and multi-BRIT Award winner RAYE arrives in the French capital tonight for a landmark performance at the Accor Arena (Bercy). The concert, part of her “This Tour May Contain New Music” international circuit, marks a