Macklin Celebrini signs five-year contract with San Jose Sharks; NHL's highest-paid player ever

Macklin Celebrini signs five-year contract with San Jose Sharks; NHL’s highest-paid player ever Macklin Celebrini to become highest-paid player in NHL history after signing record five-year deal with San Jose Sharks Macklin Celebrini to become highest-paid player in NHL history after signing record five-year deal with San Jose Sharks The Olympic silver medallist has penned a contract extension worth $18.8million per season to keep him with the Sharks until 2032. ...

July 30, 2026

Swiss Olympic climate concept in Switzerland; Net Zero by 2030 for Swiss Olympic.

Swiss Olympic climate concept in Switzerland; Net Zero by 2030 for Swiss Olympic. For our sports ground of tomorrow Swiss Olympic climate concept As is the case in all areas of life, sport in Switzerland is greatly affected by global warming. Swiss Olympic is committed to ensuring that future athletes experience a healthy environment that is worth living in. The targeted result Swiss Olympic wants to use the radiant power of sport to become part of the solution for reducing global warming, and to adapt sport to the new conditions in the best way possible. We are, therefore, using our own steering and advisory role as an umbrella organisation for Swiss sport and as the National Olympic Committee of Switzerland to support Net Zero by 2050 in Switzerland and to achieve the 1.5-degree goal from the Paris Agreement. We are striving for net zero by 2030 for our own organisation. By signing the UNO “Sports for Climate Action Agreement”, we are com- mitted to starting the implementation of climate protection measures as well as reducing our own emissions. Sports for Climate Action Swiss Olympic strategy NET ZERO ...

July 30, 2026

Swiss Olympic s’engage à atteindre le zéro net d’ici 2050 en Suisse; 2030: zéro net pour l’association

Swiss Olympic s’engage à atteindre le zéro net d’ici 2050 en Suisse; 2030: zéro net pour l’association Pour notre terrain de jeu de demain Concept climatique de Swiss Olympic En Suisse, le sport – comme tous les autres domaines de la vie – est fortement impacté par le réchauffement climatique. Aujourd’hui, Swiss Olympic s’engage pour offrir aux sportives et sportifs de demain un environne- ment sain et agréable à vivre. ...

July 30, 2026

World Rugby reveals 2027 SVNS World Championship dates in Hong Kong, China, Valladolid, Spain, Bordeaux, France; top four Olympic quota spots per gender.

World Rugby reveals 2027 SVNS World Championship dates in Hong Kong, China, Valladolid, Spain, Bordeaux, France; top four Olympic quota spots per gender. Calendar for SVNS World Championship 2027, first rugby sevens qualification event for Olympic Games LA28, confirmed Calendar for SVNS World Championship 2027, first rugby sevens qualification event for Olympic Games LA28, confirmed World Rugby has announced the dates for the three events that will form part of the 2027 SVNS World Championship, which serves as a qualifier for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. These tournaments will be held in Hong Kong, China; Spain; and France. ...

July 29, 2026

Deutsche Olympiamedaillengewinner*innen von 1976 treffen sich in Hannover; Wunsch nach Neuauflage in vier Jahren

Deutsche Olympiamedaillengewinner*innen von 1976 treffen sich in Hannover; Wunsch nach Neuauflage in vier Jahren Wiedersehenstreffen 50 Jahre nach Olympia Wiedersehenstreffen 50 Jahre nach Olympia Die deutschen Medaillengewinner*innen der Olympischen Sommer- und Winterspiele von 1976 trafen sich auf Einladung des DOSB bei den Finals in Hannover und waren zu Gast bei der Verleihung der Team D Awards. Bob, Fechten, Reiten, Rodeln, Rudern, Schwimmen, Ski, Turnen – die Liste der von den eingeladenen Athletinnen ausgeübten Sportarten könnte noch lange weitergehen. Doch für die über 100 Gäste und ihre Begleitungen zählten am Freitag, dem 24. Juli, vor allem die Geschichten, die sich nach ihrer sportlichen Karriere und nach dem Moment, wo sich ihre Wege voneinander trennten, ereigneten. „Die Lebenswege könnten unterschiedlicher kaum sein“, berichtete Norbert Hahn, ehemaliger Bobfahrer, Olympiasieger von 1976 und 1980 sowie von 1990 bis 2018 deutscher Bundestrainer, im Gespräch. „Während einige von uns, wie auch ich, das Glück hatten, als Trainer im Sport bleiben zu dürfen, mussten andere beruflich ganz von vorne anfangen.“ Die Lebenswege haben sich dabei auch nicht nur sinnbildlich, sondern auch geographisch voneinander getrennt. Die weiteste Anreise hatten wohl die Gäste aus Philadelphia. Umso größer war die Freude über das Wiedersehen nach 50 Jahren. Auch Norbert Hahn freute sich, viele seiner ehemaligen Weggefährtinnen wiederzusehen: „Es ist wirklich großartig, all die alten Gesichter wiederzusehen.“ ...

July 29, 2026

Jean Quiquampoix trainierte mit dem Schweizer Pistolen-Nationalkader in der Schweiz; breitere Basis für Schnellfeuerpistole

Jean Quiquampoix trainierte mit dem Schweizer Pistolen-Nationalkader in der Schweiz; breitere Basis für Schnellfeuerpistole Olympiasieger trainiert mit Schweizer Pistolen-Nationalkader | Schweizer Schiesssport Verband Olympiasieger trainiert mit Schweizer Pistolen-Nationalkader Aufmerksamer Beobachter: Jean Quiquampoix begleitete das Training des Schweizer Pistolen-Nationalkaders. Ende August findet der Final der Swiss Rapid Fire Challenge statt. Hinter dem neuen Wettkampf steht das Förderprojekt des SSV für die olympische Schnellfeuerpistole. Dazu gehörte auch der Trainingsbesuch von Olympiasieger Jean Quiquampoix, der eine Woche lang mit dem Schweizer Pistolen-Nationalkader arbeitete. ...

July 29, 2026

Sika France supplied 134 tonnes of concrete admixtures for the Olympic Athletes’ Village, Paris; 40% CO2 reduction vs standard

Sika France supplied 134 tonnes of concrete admixtures for the Olympic Athletes’ Village, Paris; 40% CO2 reduction vs standard saw_Olympic Athletes’ Village, Paris, France SIKA AT WORK OLYMPIC ATHLETES’ VILLAGE, PARIS, FRANCE CONCRETE PRODUCTION: Sika® ViscoCrete® SIKA AT WORK OLYMPIC ATHLETES’ VILLAGE, PARIS, FRANCE 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Olympic Athletes’ Village for Paris 2024 was developed as part of the Grand Paris urban regeneration program and designed from the outset for post-Games conversion into housing, offices, and public facilities within a sustainable eco- district. Located across several municipalities in Seine-Saint- Denis, the project transforms a former industrial area along the Seine into a long-term urban neighborhood. Construction was completed within a 15-month timeframe (October 2021 – December 2022), requiring high efficiency and coordination. Sika France supplied 134 tonnes of concrete admixtures for the production of approximately 70,000 m³ of concrete, supporting a wide range of structural elements and exposure classes. The project demonstrates how opti- mized concrete technology can meet demanding sustainability targets while delivering a durable and high-quality concrete solution. PROJECT REQUIREMENTS AND CHALLENGES The Olympic Village presented multiple technical and envi- ronmental requirements, driven by both the Games’ con- struction timetable and the legacy objectives of long-term sustainability. Low-carbon footprint: A key requirement was to achieve a 40% reduction in CO2 emissions for the concrete mix com- pared with standard concrete production, aligning with Paris 2024’s goal of organizing one of the most environmentally re- sponsible Games ever. This was achieved through both build- ing material selection and concrete production strategy. Extended work cycles during winter: To keep the project on schedule across the full 15-month delivery window – includ- ing winter conditions – concrete mixes needed to maintain workability for extended 16-hour cycles without compromising performance. Diverse mix requirements: The project incorporated 40 dif- ferent concrete types, spanning performance classes from C25/30 XC1 D3 S3 to C60/75 XF1 D3 S4, reflecting a range of structural and exposure conditions. Compatibility with 3 cements: To fine-tune carbon emis- sions while meeting technical and temperature performance requirements, three cement types were deployed: ́ CEM III/A 42.5 N LH (lowest carbon footprint) ́ CEM IV/A 42.5 R (optimal balance of CO2 footprint, perfor- mance, and temperature behaviour) ́ CEM I 52.5 N (high-performance concrete grades). These mix demands required the concrete admixture solutions to have: ́ Flexibility ́ Compatibility with 3 cements ́ Performance at every temperature OLYMPIC ATHLETES’ VILLAGE, PARIS, FRANCE ...

July 29, 2026

Alexandra Eala defeats Zheng Qinwen in Round of 32 at the Mubadala DC Open, Washington, D.C.; completes three-set comeback 4-6, 6-4, 6-1

Alexandra Eala defeats Zheng Qinwen in Round of 32 at the Mubadala DC Open, Washington, D.C.; completes three-set comeback 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 WTA Mubadala DC Open: Alexandra Eala recovers from dropped first set to beat Zheng Qinwen in Round of 32 WTA Mubadala DC Open: Alexandra Eala recovers from dropped first set to beat Zheng Qinwen in Round of 32 The Filipina rising star returned to hard court action in winning fashion, toughing out a Round of 32 match in the U.S. capital on Tuesday, 28 July. ...

July 29, 2026

IOC commits to The Promise on 75th anniversary of Refugee Convention; Dakar 2026 Refugee Olympic Team to compete

IOC commits to The Promise on 75th anniversary of Refugee Convention; Dakar 2026 Refugee Olympic Team to compete IOC commits to “The Promise” on 75th anniversary of Refugee Convention Sport demonstrates the courage to include Refugee athletes given new pathways on the road to LA28 Call launched for sport and displacement initiatives More than 33,000 young people reached by the Olympic Refuge Foundation in 2025 “What do you mean I can play?”: Building bridges through wheelchair basketball ...

July 28, 2026

Mamy Mbaye et Ninou on Car Rapide Talk in Dakar; Wrote official Dakar 2026 YOG anthem

Mamy Mbaye et Ninou on Car Rapide Talk in Dakar; Wrote official Dakar 2026 YOG anthem Car Rapide Talk with Mamy Mbaye et Ninou Car Rapide Talk with Mamy Mbaye et Ninou Mamy Mbaye, a Senegalese artist and writer of “Teranga”, the official song of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, is the guest on this new episode of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games’ Car Rapide Talk. Joining her is Ninou, a leading figure in Senegal’s cultural media scene. ...

July 28, 2026