The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/table/news/sport/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:02:47 +0000 The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation en-gb Milan-Cortina 2026 closes in spectacular fashion in Verona https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/milan-cortina-2026-closes-in-spectacular-fashion-in-verona https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/milan-cortina-2026-closes-in-spectacular-fashion-in-verona

The Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics officially ended following the closing ceremony in northern Italy.

]]> Sport Sun, 22 Feb 2026 22:34:05 +0000 Mascots Ayo and Tina showcase the Olympic spirit in Milan https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/mascots-ayo-and-tina-showcase-the-olympic-spirit-in-milan https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/mascots-ayo-and-tina-showcase-the-olympic-spirit-in-milan

With the Olympic Winter Games in full swing in Italy, a special guest from Senegal joined the celebrations in Milan.

]]> Sport Sat, 21 Feb 2026 19:56:28 +0000 Youth Charter calls for sport-led youth action following African Union Summit in Addis Ababa https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/youth-charter-calls-for-sport-led-youth-action-following-african-union-summit-in-addis-ababa https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/youth-charter-calls-for-sport-led-youth-action-following-african-union-summit-in-addis-ababa

The Youth Charter has welcomed the outcomes of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union, held in Addis Ababa, and is calling for immediate implementation mechanisms that translate Summit commitments into grassroots impact.

]]> Sport Sat, 21 Feb 2026 19:50:17 +0000 Indian-owned sides 'not considering Pakistan players' for Hundred auction https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/indian-owned-sides-not-considering-pakistan-players-for-hundred-auction https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/indian-owned-sides-not-considering-pakistan-players-for-hundred-auction

Pakistan cricketers are not being considered by Indian-owned sides for next month's Hundred auction, sources have claimed.

]]> Sport Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:24:16 +0000 First Novuna GB & NI athletes selected for the 2026 European Championships Marathon race https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/first-novuna-gb-ni-athletes-selected-for-the-2026-european-championships-marathon-race https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/first-novuna-gb-ni-athletes-selected-for-the-2026-european-championships-marathon-race

UK Athletics has confirmed the first five athletes selected to represent the Novuna Great Britain and Northern Ireland (GB & NI) team in the marathon at the 2026 European Championships in Birmingham.

]]> Sport Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:01:29 +0000 From Classroom to Concert: Sports therapy students gain real-world experience on a global stage https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/from-classroom-to-concert-sports-therapy-students-gain-real-world-experience-on-a-global-stage https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/from-classroom-to-concert-sports-therapy-students-gain-real-world-experience-on-a-global-stage

Sports & Exercise Therapy students were given an unforgettable industry experience after going backstage at the Birmingham date of Jason Derulo’s The Last Dance World Tour at the Utilita Arena Birmingham at the end of January.

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