Tag: sapporo

Holding each other tighter than lovers, the wrestlers smear each other with sweat, spittle and — when they inadvertently cut each other — sometimes blood. Lungs heaving, mouths agape, they huff and ... ( read original story ...)

Japan will shift policy to focus on hospitalising patients who are seriously ill with the COVID-19 and those at risk of becoming so, officials said, to avoid strain on the medical system as cases ... ( read original story ...)

You’d probably guess that Nagoya Castle, standing tall in downtown Nagoya, is a symbol of the city, and you’d be right…or at least half-right. While it’s definitely Nagoya’s biggest landmark in terms ... ( read original story ...)

Jamaicans Elaine Thompson-Herah and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and American Gabby Thomas are the favorites in the 200 meter final at the Tokyo Olympics. ( read original story ...)

It’s day 11 in Tokyo and lots more medals are up for grabs. Join our writers for all the latest ... ( read original story ...)

Podcaster Tim Dillon has taken aim at Naomi Osaka for citing mental health concerns as the reason why she’s taking a break from the media. ( read original story ...)

After taking nearly all individual competitions off, Simone Biles will compete in the balance beam final while knockout rounds begin in other sports. ( read original story ...)

It’s day 10 in Tokyo and lots more medals are up for grabs. Join our writers for all the latest ... ( read original story ...)

Brandon Dickson, a 36-year-old nine seasons removed from the major leagues, was the first out of the bullpen and the first to stumble. Edwin Jackson, a 37-year-old released by five big league teams, ... ( read original story ...)

World number twos Naomi Osaka and Daniil Medvedev have been named top seeds for next week's WTA and ATP tournaments in Canada, organizers announced on Monday (Aug 2).. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)

BTS has plenty of celebrity fans, including one award-winning tennis player, who revealed her favorite track from 'Map of the Soul: Persona.' ... ( read original story ...)

From her first viral forehand at a 2014 tournament in Stanford, Naomi Osaka has been all about making a statement. Osaka is the youngest daughter of Japanese and Haitian immigrants and grew up playing ... ( read original story ...)

Every Olympics game, horses and their large crew must overcome unique challenges while traveling to the Olympics. Flying horses is no easy task. ( read original story ...)

A race walker from Great Britain has called out the International Olympic Committee for the “cold slop” being served to athletes in Sapporo, where the long-distance race walk and marathon events are ... ( read original story ...)

It's her last chance to take part in the 2020 Games. She pulled out of the other individual finals she qualified for, citing mental health issues. ( read original story ...)

British diver Tom Daley was seen knitting in the stands while watching a women's diving event. He says his stitching work has kept him sane amid Olympic pressures. ( read original story ...)