Israeli sports

Maccabi Tel Aviv keeps Euroleague Playoff hopes alive with win over Fenerbahce

It was yet another game that demonstrated yet again how critical the club’s Israeli contingent is, as Roman Sorkin and Tamir Blatt both starred for Oded Katash’s squad.

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Football and basketball leagues across Israel are pushing ahead with plans to complete their seasons as the war continues.

Getting back to the games while under fire

ANTONION BLAKENEY (left) and Elijah Bryant helped lead Hapoel Tel Aviv to a 93-82 Euroleague victory over Paris this week

Hapoel Tel Aviv downs Paris; Jerusalem eliminated by Turk Telekom

ISRAEL HANDBALL coach David Pisonero (left) confers with his assistant coach Chen Pomeranz (right) as the blue-and-white prepares for a pivotal two-leg World Cup qualifying clash against Georgia in Tbilisi.

Blueprint under fire: David Pisonero’s bid to rebuild Israeli handball from ground up


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.”

TEAM ISRAEL veteran Robb Paller's grand slam turned the game around for the blue-and-white, while starter Justin Alintoff (inset) kept the Israelis in it until the team's bats woke up in their come-from-behind 8-4 victory over France at the European Baseball Championship in Rotterdam.

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.

AFTER FINISHING June's finals tied at 1-1 when the Iran war broke out, Hapoel Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv will duel in the season-opening Super Cup on Sunday.

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.

: ISRAEL FLAG BEARERS Romi Paritzki and Tom Reuveny during the closing ceremony for the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Stade de France.

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.

Gal Tsachor, this week kicked off the 10th annual edition of Winner Epic Israel, a race dedicated to resilience, community, and the enduring legacy of his late father Giora.

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

One of Israeli tennis player Sergei Lysov at the US Open.

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.

 RAMLE IS hosting teams from Brazil, Hungary, and Israel this week in the Peace & Friendship World League, the first international soccer tournament held in the country since October 7.

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.

Chess players from Russia and Israel play at the 31st Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, August 21, 2025.

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.

 BETWEEN ISRAEL-BORN Canadian Denis Shapovalov (left) and the always-popular kosher food stand and minyan announcements (right) on the grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, the US Open definitely has its Jewish and Israeli fans covered.

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.

SHAHAR PEER (left) and Julia Glushko (right) together while representing Israel at the Fed Cup in 2007.

Big moments define early-season league play

Beersheba storms back from 2 goals down to beat Netanya • Atzily’s brace secures Beitar’s win

MACCABI NETANA defender Saba Khvadagiani (left) vies for the ball with Hapoel Beersehaba’s Alon Turgeman during the Reds’ 4-2 Premier League victory