Israeli sports
Israeli MMA fighter Shimon Smotritsky earns unanimous decision win at 559 Fights 120 - interview
"When I fight like myself, freely, and without trying to entertain someone or try to hype the crowd up and do all this nonsense, I’m the best version of myself," Smotritsky says.
Maccabi Tel Aviv keeps pace in Third with conquest of Hapoe
Daniel Peretz to Southampton, Manor Solomon to Fiorentina in midseason moves - report
Tel Aviv beats Villeurbanne in first Euroleague game back in Israel since 2023
No. 47: Deni Avdija, Daniel Peretz, and Oscar Gloukh: Israeli sports phenoms
What unites Avdija, Peretz, and Gloukh is not just their extraordinary talent but also their ability to represent Israel and the Jewish community on global stages.
Israel beats France, then loses to Brits to open Baseball Euros
In his typical no-nonsense style, Fish called the win a total team effort, saying “everyone in the line-up contributed in some way.”
Maccabi Tel Aviv, Hapoel Jerusalem face off in historic Super Cup
The Israel Basketball League will hold a Super Cup clash between beloved Israeli teams Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem.
International Olympic Committee rejects Spanish calls to expel Israel
The Spanish Prime Minister called for Israeli teams to be barred from participating in the 2026 Olympics, citing the Israel Hamas-War.
Winner Epic Israel marks a decade of cycling for sport, land, and community
The four-day mountain biking event aims to physically challenge while fostering heartfelt connections within the cycling community.
Sergei Lysov’s New York breakthrough in wheelchair tennis
Now, as he competes internationally, Lysov proudly represents Israel. His racket features an Israeli flag damper, and his tennis wheelchair is adorned with yellow ribbons as a tribute to the hostages
Brazil, Hungary, and Israel kick off Grand Prix soccer tournament in Ramle
Symbolizing coexistence, Israel's mixed city stages global tournament as sports and solidarity return to the Holy Land.
Spanish chess tournament bans Israeli flags, global body overrules
A ban on Israeli flags at a Spanish chess tournament brings Israeli chess player Erez Kupervaser back to Oct. 7 and memories of his sister who was murdered by Hamas terrorists at Nova music festival.
US Open tennis highlights: Israelis and Jewish players in action
At the US Open, identifying players with even the slightest Jewish connection requires inside tips, additional sleuthing, and perseverance.
From center court to new paths: A tale of two Israeli tennis legends - interview
Former Israeli tennis stars Shahar Peer and Julia Glushko reflect on their careers, life after the tour, and hopes for the next generation of Israeli players.
