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France 24

February 13, 2026

Controversy Erupts Over Ukrainian Athlete's Helmet at Olympics

Ukraine's top skeleton athlete faces disqualification over helmet tribute sparking debate on political symbols in sports.

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The New York Times

February 12, 2026

Ukrainian Olympian Disqualified for War-Themed Helmet Imagery

Ukrainian Olympian faces Olympic disqualification due to helmet depicting images of athletes killed in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

#Ukraine #Olympics #geopolitics

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The New York Times

February 12, 2026

Ukrainian Athlete's Defiant Tribute Faces Olympic Ban

Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych risks disqualification to honor war dead, clashing with the IOC's rules on political expression.

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Deutsche Welle

February 12, 2026

Ukraine's Helmet Tribute Denied at Olympics Amid Tensions

IOC rejects Ukraine's attempt to honor fallen athletes at Olympics, raising questions about politics in sports and international tensions.

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The New York Times

February 10, 2026

Italy's Olympic Athletes Boosted by Police and Military Support

Italian police and military compete to attract Olympians, providing essential training support to athletes aspiring for global success.

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The New York Times

February 08, 2026

Victory Overshadowed: Johnson's Triumph Amid Vonn's Mishap

Breezy Johnson's dazzling Olympic victory is overshadowed by teammate Lindsey Vonn's unfortunate crash, raising questions about their team's dynamics.

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The New York Times

February 08, 2026

Olympic Athletes Who Represent Entire Nations at Winter Games

At the Winter Olympics, select athletes carry the hopes of their entire nation, embodying both national pride and personal ambition.

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The New York Times

February 08, 2026

Solo Journeys: Olympic Athletes Representing Their Nations Alone

At the Winter Games, athletes from 15 countries bravely compete solo, embodying their nations' hopes and adding unique narratives to the global event.

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The New York Times

February 07, 2026

Olympics to Possibly Lift Sanctions on Russia: A New Era?

Olympics officials in Milan suggest easing restrictions on Russia, influencing global sports diplomacy and international relations.

#Olympics #Russia sanctions #sports diplomacy

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