German Gymnastics Federation Investigates Abuse Allegations Amidst Skepticism
Following allegations of physical and mental abuse at the Stuttgart national gymnastics training center, the German Gymnastics Federation (DTB) president Alfons Hölzl expressed self-criticism and initiated an independent investigation to be completed by a Frankfurt law firm, but some gymnasts remain...
German Gymnastics Federation Investigates Abuse Allegations Amidst Skepticism
Following allegations of physical and mental abuse at the Stuttgart national gymnastics training center, the German Gymnastics Federation (DTB) president Alfons Hölzl expressed self-criticism and initiated an independent investigation to be completed by a Frankfurt law firm, but some gymnasts remain...
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48% Bias Score
Dutch Court Upholds KNSB Decision; Verhaegh/Van Geffen Denied European Championship Spot
A Dutch court ruled against ice dancers Verhaegh/Van Geffen, denying their appeal for a European Championship spot, upholding the KNSB's decision to prioritize the pair Galli/Jakucs based on their 2018 agreement despite questions over their residency.
Dutch Court Upholds KNSB Decision; Verhaegh/Van Geffen Denied European Championship Spot
A Dutch court ruled against ice dancers Verhaegh/Van Geffen, denying their appeal for a European Championship spot, upholding the KNSB's decision to prioritize the pair Galli/Jakucs based on their 2018 agreement despite questions over their residency.
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48% Bias Score
Government Intervention Allows Barcelona Players to Play Despite La Liga Financial Rules
The Spanish government, through the CSD, overturned La Liga's decision to deny FC Barcelona licenses for players Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor due to financial fair play violations, prompting criticism from the Popular Party who accused the government of political interference.
Government Intervention Allows Barcelona Players to Play Despite La Liga Financial Rules
The Spanish government, through the CSD, overturned La Liga's decision to deny FC Barcelona licenses for players Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor due to financial fair play violations, prompting criticism from the Popular Party who accused the government of political interference.
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60% Bias Score
Olympiacos Demands Removal of Refereeing Head Following Controversial Appointments
Olympiacos demands the removal of head referee Stéphan Lannoy following controversial referee appointments for the 17th round of the Greek Super League, citing bias and demanding accountability; Levadiakos also protested Vergetis's officiating.
Olympiacos Demands Removal of Refereeing Head Following Controversial Appointments
Olympiacos demands the removal of head referee Stéphan Lannoy following controversial referee appointments for the 17th round of the Greek Super League, citing bias and demanding accountability; Levadiakos also protested Vergetis's officiating.
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56% Bias Score
Dutch Eredivisie Faces Refereeing Crisis Amidst Criticism of Young Officials
Dutch Eredivisie club Go Ahead Eagles' director Jan Willem van Dop strongly criticizes the young and inexperienced referees in the league, citing three instances this season where his club suffered due to questionable refereeing decisions, a sentiment echoed by former referee Mario van der Ende. The...
Dutch Eredivisie Faces Refereeing Crisis Amidst Criticism of Young Officials
Dutch Eredivisie club Go Ahead Eagles' director Jan Willem van Dop strongly criticizes the young and inexperienced referees in the league, citing three instances this season where his club suffered due to questionable refereeing decisions, a sentiment echoed by former referee Mario van der Ende. The...
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56% Bias Score
Independent Authority to Review 2032 Brisbane Olympics Planning
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli launched a 100-day review of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics planning, establishing a new independent authority chaired by Stephen Conry AM to oversee venue selection, transport, and legacy benefits within the \$7.1 billion budget.
Independent Authority to Review 2032 Brisbane Olympics Planning
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli launched a 100-day review of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics planning, establishing a new independent authority chaired by Stephen Conry AM to oversee venue selection, transport, and legacy benefits within the \$7.1 billion budget.
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40% Bias Score
TFF to Regulate Club Statements, Use Foreign VAR Referees
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) plans to implement stricter regulations on public statements by football clubs and officials, particularly Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, following concerns about inflammatory rhetoric; they will also use foreign VAR referees in the Süper Lig to improve public perc...
TFF to Regulate Club Statements, Use Foreign VAR Referees
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) plans to implement stricter regulations on public statements by football clubs and officials, particularly Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, following concerns about inflammatory rhetoric; they will also use foreign VAR referees in the Süper Lig to improve public perc...
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48% Bias Score
Azerbaijan Gymnastics Coach Receives Eight-Year Ban for Athlete Abuse
A four-year investigation by the Gymnastics Ethics Foundation (GEF) resulted in an eight-year ban for Mariana Vasileva, Azerbaijan's former Olympic rhythmic gymnastics head coach and current deputy sports minister, for abusing athletes; her daughter received a suspended ban; and the federation was f...
Azerbaijan Gymnastics Coach Receives Eight-Year Ban for Athlete Abuse
A four-year investigation by the Gymnastics Ethics Foundation (GEF) resulted in an eight-year ban for Mariana Vasileva, Azerbaijan's former Olympic rhythmic gymnastics head coach and current deputy sports minister, for abusing athletes; her daughter received a suspended ban; and the federation was f...
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36% Bias Score
USA Pickleball's 2024: Rule Changes, Tournament Moves, and Paddle Controversies"
In 2024, USA Pickleball (USAP) implemented new rules, moved its Nationals tournament to Mesa, Arizona, ending its partnership with the PPA, and partnered with UTR and APP. This led to paddle controversies, including a ban on Joola's Gen3 paddle resulting in a $200 million lawsuit, and the emergence ...
USA Pickleball's 2024: Rule Changes, Tournament Moves, and Paddle Controversies"
In 2024, USA Pickleball (USAP) implemented new rules, moved its Nationals tournament to Mesa, Arizona, ending its partnership with the PPA, and partnered with UTR and APP. This led to paddle controversies, including a ban on Joola's Gen3 paddle resulting in a $200 million lawsuit, and the emergence ...
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44% Bias Score
IOC Presidential Candidates Propose Governance Reforms
Seven candidates, including Sebastian Coe who suggests a unique shortened term, are competing for the IOC presidency, proposing increased member involvement in host city selection and potentially impacting athlete compensation and social media use, facing challenges such as climate change and a new ...
IOC Presidential Candidates Propose Governance Reforms
Seven candidates, including Sebastian Coe who suggests a unique shortened term, are competing for the IOC presidency, proposing increased member involvement in host city selection and potentially impacting athlete compensation and social media use, facing challenges such as climate change and a new ...
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44% Bias Score
Controversial Candidate with Past Conviction Runs for Head of Spanish Football Federation
Rafael Louzán, a candidate with a prior conviction, is running for president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), raising concerns about repeated scandals and ethical standards within the organization.
Controversial Candidate with Past Conviction Runs for Head of Spanish Football Federation
Rafael Louzán, a candidate with a prior conviction, is running for president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), raising concerns about repeated scandals and ethical standards within the organization.
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84% Bias Score
Super League 1 Addresses Refereeing and TV Rights
The Super League 1 board addressed refereeing issues and television rights, deciding on technological improvements and future negotiations.
Super League 1 Addresses Refereeing and TV Rights
The Super League 1 board addressed refereeing issues and television rights, deciding on technological improvements and future negotiations.
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0% Bias Score