Israeli athletes

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Israeli Cyclist Wins Opening Stage of Tour de Taiwan in Tapei

The 26-year-old cyclist from Israel, clinched the coveted yellow jersey and made history as the first Israeli to achieve this feat in one of Asia’s premier cycling events.

March 11, 2024

Yuval Freilich

Israeli Fencing Champion Wins Gold Medal in Qatar as ‘Hatikvah’ Plays

'The win in Qatar and waving the Israeli flag in times like these on this unique stage is Israeli pride at its peak.'

February 4, 2024

Deni Avdija

Powerful Tribute: Israeli NBA Star Deni Avdija Sings ‘HaTikvah’ with Fans

“Been a long time since I was moved like this,” Deni wrote on Instagram.

November 6, 2023

Israel flag football team

EPIC WIN: Israeli Flag Football Team Triumphs at European Championship

Their outstanding performance has not only made their nation proud but has also solidified their status as rising stars in the world of flag football.

September 5, 2023

windsurfing

A Winning Month for Israeli Athletes

Over the month of August, Israeli athletes racked up medals in sports including karate, marathon running, and windsurfing.

August 30, 2023

Maru Teferi

A Run to Remember: Israel Seizes First Silver in Men’s Marathon

The nation celebrated a historic achievement as Israeli runner Marhu Teferi secured the country's inaugural silver medal in the men's marathon at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Sunday.

August 28, 2023

Daniel Peretz

Game-Changer: Israeli Talent Daniel Peretz Joins Bayern Munich

This deal stands as a pinnacle in Israel's football league history, reflecting the growing recognition of Israeli talents on the global stage.

August 24, 2023

matkot, tel aviv

WATCH: Matkot Championship Returns, Global Players Unite in Tel Aviv

Meet some of the talented athletes and capture the excitement of this long-awaited event!

July 30, 2023

Sylvan Adams

Driving Peace and Positive Impact: Israel Premier Tech Cycling Team’s Triumph at Tour de France

Sylvan Adams, philanthropist, and founder of the Israel Premier Tech Cycling Team, expresses his pride in showcasing the positive image of Israel through the team's participation in the Tour de France.

July 26, 2023

Israel U-20 soccer team

WATCH: Israeli Soccer Team Makes History, Beats Brazil in Semifinals

Israel's national under-20 soccer team defeated Brazil's national team 3-2 in overtime on Saturday to go to the semi-finals of the U20 World Cup being held in Argentina.

June 4, 2023

Inbar Lanir

WATCH: Israeli Judoka Champ Shares Gold Medal Experience

Judo Champion Inbar Lanir talks about winning her recent gold medal in Qatar.

May 17, 2023

Israeli marathon runner Girmaw Amare

LEBANESE ‘VICTORY’: Runner Quits Int’l Race to Avoid Facing Israeli Opponent

Athlete announced he was taking the same position as the late Hezbollah leader Sheikh Ragheb Harb, who refused to even shake hands with Israelis.

April 15, 2023

Deni Avdija

WATCH: Israeli NBA Player Sets Career Record

Deni Avdija, an Israeli basketball player, set a new career record in the NBA last week, causing fandom for the superstar to explode!

February 5, 2023

Israeli man runs ultra-marathon in Antarctica

WATCH: Israeli Man Competes in Ultramarathon in Antarctica

An Israeli ultramarathon competitor fulfilled his lifelong dream.

January 4, 2023

Shachar Sagiv

Historic: Israeli Athlete Competes in Saudi Arabia for First Time

Olympic triathlete Shachar Sagiv became the first Israeli to compete in a Saudi sporting event.

October 31, 2022

mixed martial arts

WATCH: Israeli Fighters to Partner with Ultimate Fighting Championship

The recent news that Israel's Mixed Martial Arts organization is partnering with the UFC has many Israelis extremely excited.

October 23, 2022

swimming

WATCH: Israel Joins Lifesaving World Championships for the First Time!

Israeli participant Sarah Vanunu, a lifeguard surfer, discusses the historic competition.

October 2, 2022

Israel beach

Surf-Lifesaving Competitions Debut in Israel at Maccabiah Games

The exhibition events on the Netanya beach are an initiative of the Israel Life Saving Federation, which seeks to prevent drownings.

July 21, 2022

World Games

WATCH: Israeli Athletes Win Big at World Games in Alabama!

The Israeli athletes not only competed at the World Games, they left with medals!

July 18, 2022

Israel Paralympic Swimmers

3 Golds and a World Record: Israeli Swimmer Storms World Championships

Team Israel comes home with 3 golds, 1 silver and 1 bronze medal from the 2022 Para Swimming World Championships in Portugal.

June 19, 2022

Loay Sakas

Arab-Israeli Gold-Medalist Waves Israeli Flag After Victory

'I’m first and foremost an Israeli citizen,' said Loay Sakas. 'I represent the country and want everyone here to live in peace with each other.'

May 22, 2022

Nir Abelson

Israeli Boy Wins Gold at Special Needs Judo World Games

Diagnosed on the autistic spectrum, Nir took up judo to stand up to his bullies and on the way made his way to the top.

April 20, 2022

Sheina Vaspi

Israeli Athlete Chooses Sabbath Over Race of Her Life

Sheina Vaspi still made history, becoming the first Israeli to compete in the Winter Paralympic Games when she finished the women’s giant slalom.

March 14, 2022

Beijing Winter Olympics

WATCH: Six Israeli Athletes Compete in Beijing Winter Olympics

Although Israel is not a country full of winter sports, six athletes are representing the Jewish state at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics!

February 6, 2022

Vladislav Bykanov

Who Are Israel’s 6 Athletes Competing in Beijing Winter Olympics?

Athletes competing in ice skating and alpine skiing will attempt to win Israel’s first Winter Games medal.

January 31, 2022

Israeli Figure Skating Duo Chase ‘Impossible Dream’ To Beijing

She's from New Jersey, he's from Ukraine, and they trained together for just three months. How did Hailey Kops and Evgeni Krasnopolski qualify for the Winter Olympics?

January 20, 2022

Avram Grant

Iranians Cry Foul After Soccer Star Plays With Israeli Coach

Iranian and Syrian soccer rocked by participation of Avram Grant at FIFA's Arab Cup.

December 27, 2021

Iyad Shalabi

‘SO HAPPY’: Arab-Israeli Gold Medalist, Deaf and Paralyzed, Overcomes Disabilities, Raises Israeli Flag

Iyad Shalabi was the first Arab-Israeli to raise the flag of the Jewish state and win a gold medal at the Paralympic Games.

December 17, 2021

special needs soccer

WATCH: How an Israeli Soccer Team is Changing the Lives of Disabled Children

Professional soccer players coach kids with special needs, bringing them joy and feelings of acceptance.

December 6, 2021

Israel Squash Player

WATCH: World Championship Canceled Over Anti-Israel Ban

The Championship games were canceled over the host country Malaysia's ban on Israeli players.

December 1, 2021

Israeli squash player Daniel Poleshchuk.

WATCH: Banned From Squash World Championship, Israeli Team Takes it to Court

Malaysia is hosting the Squash World Championship games and has banned Israeli athletes from entering the country and joining the competition.

November 24, 2021

France Judo Paris Grand Slam

WATCH: Israeli Judokas Win 2 Golds, Bronze At Paris Grand Slam

Israeli judoka Gefen Primo breaks down her experience and how she felt about her gold medal win.

October 25, 2021

Israel Paralympics

WATCH: Israeli Paralympic Team Crushes Tokyo Games!

Members of Israel's paralympic team have three gold medals and two silvers so far in the Tokyo games!

August 30, 2021

paralympics

WATCH: Israel Sends Paralympic Athletes to Tokyo

Members of the Israeli delegation include Arabs and Druze.

August 23, 2021

Avishag Semberg

WATCH: Olympic Champions or Not, IDF Soldiers Are Heroes Every Single Day

Not only do IDF soldiers protect Israel, but they're also winners in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics!

August 9, 2021

Linoy Ashram

Angry Russians Are Trolling Israeli Gold Medalist on Social Media

Rhythmic gymnast Linoy Ashram faces online abuse from Russian fans who claim Dina Averina should have won.

August 8, 2021

Artem Dolgopyat

HERO’S WELCOME: Israeli Gymnast Brings Home the Gold

Artem Dolgopyat arrived home with his Olympic gold medal and was greeted by cheering fans and family.

August 3, 2021

Sagi Muki

WATCH: Israeli Judo Star Shares Olympics Experience

Israel’s mixed team in judo took the bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Israeli judoka Sagi Muki breaks down his experience and how important the win is to him.

August 2, 2021

Omri Casspi

WATCH: Top Israeli NBA Star Officially Retires

Omri Casspi, the first Israeli-drafted NBA player, has officially decided to retire from the sport.

July 22, 2021

Rick Barry

WATCH: NBA Hall-of-Famer Teaches Israeli Kids the Art of Basketball

NBA Hall of Famer and retired basketball legend Rick Barry is teaching Israeli kids the fundamentals of the sport as well as showing his support for the Jewish state!

July 13, 2021

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