Naomi Osaka reveals that she took inspiration from the dad of Serena Williams and Venus Williams, says she owes so much to both the sisters. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympic organisers say no doubts or objections from partners about Japan’s games
Representatives from the Tokyo 2020 Olympic organising committee told reporters on Thursday there were no doubts or objections from its partners, including the IOC and sporting federations, about ... ( read original story ...)
Teacher to be fired for sexually abusing student 25 years ago
SAPPORO--Education officials here have decided to fire a male teacher accused of sexually abusing a female student more than 25 years ago when he taught at a junior high school in Hokkaido. The city's ... ( read original story ...)
US takes aim at China territorial claims as Biden vows to back Japan
US president smooths over Trump-era complaints to deepen Japan security alliance as new secretary of state rejects Beijing’s South China Sea claims ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka exclusive column: ‘Why I use my voice in the fight for what is right’
Three-time grand slam champion guest edits this month’s Women’s Sport supplement and explains how Billie Jean King inspired her to speak out ... ( read original story ...)
Florida Wants Tokyo’s 2021 Olympics Despite Rising COVID Infections, Deaths
Disney World isn't fully open and a high school wrestling tournament turned into a super spreader. What could go wrong with an Olympic Games? ( read original story ...)
Helen Glover: Tokyo 2020 comeback bid inspired by children
Double Olympic champion Helen Glover says proving herself to her baby daughter inspired her attempt a comeback at next summer's Tokyo games. ( read original story ...)
Right At Home / Matsuno finds role with Bull Dogs after moving to Columbus from Japan
Columbus North senior Kanon Matsuno was faced with a tough decision a few years ago — either stay in Japan or move to the United States with her father. Matsuno made the choice to come to America. In ... ( read original story ...)
Artistic swimming qualifier in Tokyo postponed until May
The artistic swimming Olympic qualification event due to be held in Tokyo in March has been postponed until May because of novel coronavirus restrictions in Japan, organisers said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Pulling off Tokyo 2020 will be a logistical nightmare … and the clock is ticking
UFC had "fight island." The NBA had "the bubble." Tokyo 2020 may need a miracle. After the Covid-19 pandemic forced organizers to delay the Summer Olympics last year, the Games are now are set to ... ( read original story ...)
Florida offers to host Olympics if Tokyo is cancelled over Covid
A bid by the state of Florida to move the 2021 Olympics and Paralympics to the Sunshine State six months before they are due to begin has been decried as “mind-bogglingly stupid”.Jimmy Patronis, chief ... ( read original story ...)
Japan faces Olympian task with slow start to Covid vaccinations
With a vaccine-hesitant public and jabs yet to begin, there are fears immunisations are off the pace ... ( read original story ...)
60% of Japan firms support Games this summer, poll shows
About 60% of Japanese companies say the Tokyo Olympics should be held this summer, a poll of 100 firms showed on Thursday, in contrast to surveys showing strong opposition to the Games among the ... ( read original story ...)
AstraZeneca to produce 90 million COVID-19 vaccine shots in Japan – government spokesman
AstraZeneca Plc has told Japan's health ministry it would produce more than 90 million coronavirus vaccine shots in the country, Japan's top government spokesman said on Thursday. Chief Cabinet ... ( read original story ...)
JDT draws Nagoya Grampus in AFC Champions League, Kedah gets Lion City Sailors and TFC face Kaya in AFC Cup
The full draw for the 2021 competitions for the three Malaysian representatives in Johor Darul Ta'zm, Kedah Darul Aman FC and Terengganu FC. ( read original story ...)
Crocodile patties, croquettes add bite to Osaka school lunches
Schoolchildren in this western Japan city recently snapped up the chance to feast on a rare lunch treat -- crocodile meat. ( read original story ...)