Marisha Kazaryan
A writer by profession, a storyteller by spirit, and an ardent team sport fan by affiliation, Marisha enjoys covering sport events, while also working on improving her own athletic skills. Swimming remains her all-time favourite, and she is currently trying herself in skateboarding.
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10
Sep
We may not have exact records of who was the first to start horse racing or when the first horse race was conducted, but we do know that from time immemorial, horse racing would gather large crowds of spectators during the race events. Historians have evidence that horse racing was a popular sport in Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, Babylon, Egypt, and various other ancient civilizations. In Greece, both riding and chariots were part of the Olympic Games.
At the essence of any race lies the same idea: to determine which of the two or more horses participating in the race...
03
Sep
England has a long history of equestrian events. From shows to competitive events, every occasion brings about a whirlwind of experiences. While the horses and their riders remain in the centre of attention, virtually every other aspect serves as a cause for excitement and desire to visit the event again next year — lush countryside nature, a colourful crowd of spectators as interesting as the participants, innovative course designs are just a few things to mention.
Officially known as Defender Burghley Horse Trials, this annual three-day event is held near the town of Stamford in Lincolnshire, England. Set against the...
27
Aug
Many fans and athletes are still celebrating the outcomes of the tennis tournament during the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games, and there is already a new event knocking on the door. Having finished its preliminary rounds in the period between 19 and 22 August, the US Open in tennis started its actual tournament on Monday, 26 August.
Conducted as part of the 2024 ATP Tour and 2024 WTA Tour, the US Open is chronologically the last Grand Slam event of the year. The other three events preceding it are the Australian Open (starting in the middle of January), French Open...
27
Aug
After a short break following the Belgium Grand Prix, this year’s Formula 1 World Championship is back on track with the next Grand Prix in line. This time the contestants moved to the Netherlands to participate in the Dutch Grand Prix that was held at the Circuit Zandvoort between 23 and 25 August 2024.
The 2024 Formula One World Championship celebrates the 75th anniversary of the tournament. But it also stands out more than in one way. For example, this year the tournament will include 24 Grand Prix — a record number for the World Championship.
While the number of Grand...
26
Aug
The 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games have barely reached their finishing line, and it’s already time for a new challenge for the European 3x3 basketball teams. As the ninth edition of the Europe Cup rolled in this Thursday, 22 August 2024, once again the world of basketball is buzzing with excitement.
Pronounced “three-ex-three”, this form of basketball began its existence as a street and gym game. As the name suggests, instead of the usual five, there are only three players on each side, with one substitute waiting on the bench. As it would be common for a street or gym...
21
Aug
Just a few days ago the world of martial arts was on edge in the expectation of the upcoming 305th edition of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, widely referred to as simply UFC. The Championship was returning to Perth, Australia for the third time in its history and for the first time since February 2023 when Makhachev and Volkanovski faced off in UFC 284.
This time the RAC Arena in Perth was hosting the event that would take place on Sunday, 18 August in Australia, which means that most of the world would see it some time during Saturday, 17 August.
With...