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Asian Games in China Postponed Because of Spread of COVID-19

Asian Games in China Postponed Because of Spread of COVID-19

By Stephen Wade
The Asian Games were to take place from September 10-25 in the eastern city of Hangzhou.

War-weary Afghan Youth Turn to Snowboarding for Thrills

War-weary Afghan Youth Turn to Snowboarding for Thrills

By Associated Press
A group of young Afghans is looking to put the country on the winter sports map and change perceptions about their war-weary nation.
Young Afghans Look to Mountain Biking as a Means to Transcend Conflict

Young Afghans Look to Mountain Biking as a Means to Transcend Conflict

By Ian J. Lynch
A broad collection of initiatives in Bamiyan and across the country aim to harness the potential of sports to develop community and resilience.

Kyrgyz Weightlifter First to Lose Rio Olympic Medal for Doping

Kyrgyz Weightlifter First to Lose Rio Olympic Medal for Doping

By Catherine Putz
Izzat Artykov tested positive for strychnine, the first athlete caught doping in the 2016 Games.

India at the 2016 Summer Olympics: What to Watch For

India at the 2016 Summer Olympics: What to Watch For

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Here are the Indian athletes to watch for at this year's Olympic games.

Sim Bhullar Becomes the NBA’s First Indian Player

Sim Bhullar Becomes the NBA’s First Indian Player

By Jack Detsch
The NBA welcomed its first Indian player this week. But can he help the league attract an audience in the subcontinent?

Li Na: Breathing Life Into Tennis and China's Image

Li Na: Breathing Life Into Tennis and China's Image

By Justin McDonnell
The tennis world's number two Li Na represents the best of the game and of China abroad.
'Skateistan' Comes to Afghanistan

'Skateistan' Comes to Afghanistan

“The whole idea was that we’re building something for the kids, in Afghanistan…”

"I have never sold a match.."

"I have never sold a match.."

Coach accuses his goalkeeper of intentionally throwing the game in Malaysian Football.

Is Father Time Catching up to Sachin Tendulkar?

Is Father Time Catching up to Sachin Tendulkar?

With calls for his retirement mounting, Sachin Tendulkar may soon have a difficult decision to make.

Didier Drogba and Nicolas Anelka Heading Home?

Didier Drogba and Nicolas Anelka Heading Home?

How events off the field could lead to some big changes for Chinese football.

Hijab Allowed Back on the Football Field

Hijab Allowed Back on the Football Field

John Duerden dissects the IFAB’s decision to lift a ban on women wearing headscarves while playing football.

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