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Arab Times
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait's Al-Kheder takes on key role at Zamalek
KUWAIT CITY, April 29: Kuwait's Ali Al-Kheder has officially signed a contract to join Egyptian powerhouse Zamalek as the team's goalkeeping coach for the upcoming African Super Cup and African Championship, both of which serve as qualifiers for the IHF Club World Cup. Al-Kheder's appointment follows an impressive coaching track record, which includes standout stints with Al-Salmiya (Kuwait), Al-Khaleej Club (Saudi Arabia), and the Kuwaiti national handball team. He also made a significant mark on the international stage, having coached goalkeepers for the Brazilian national team during the Paris Olympics qualifiers, the South American Championship, and the 2025 World Cup qualifiers, where Brazil secured a commendable seventh-place finish globally. A seasoned competitor, Al-Kheder has represented Kuwait Club twice at the IHF Club World Cup, winning every domestic title as well as the Asian, Arab, and Gulf Championships. Goalkeepers under his guidance have earned numerous accolades, including: Best Goalkeeper at the South American Championship Best Goalkeeper at the Arab Cup and twice at the Gulf Championship Best Goalkeeper at the IHF Club World Cup Best Goalkeeper at the Paris Olympics qualifiers Beyond coaching, Al-Kheder is a certified lecturer, underscoring his reputation as a respected figure in international sports education. Commenting on his new role, Al-Kheder expressed his pride in joining Zamalek, describing the club as one of the 'largest and most successful' in both the Arab and African regions. He added that he looks forward to achieving success with the team's goalkeepers in the upcoming continental competitions.
New Straits Times
29-04-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
PepsiCo's Gatorade defeats banned sprinter's lawsuit over 'recovery gummies'
NEW YORK: PepsiCo's Gatorade unit yesterday won the dismissal of a lawsuit by former world champion sprinter Issam Asinga, who blamed his four-year doping ban on eating "recovery gummies" contaminated by a performance-enhancing drug. US District Judge Cathy Seibel in White Plains, New York, said Asinga, who is from Suriname, could not pursue strict liability and negligence claims because he did not allege that eating the gummies caused physical injury. She also found no proof that Gatorade intentionally caused him to ingest a banned substance, thereby undermining his athletic scholarship from Texas A&M University and agreement to abide by world anti-doping rules. "The court understands how unsatisfying this decision will be" for Asinga, if he were "deprived of his athletic career for four years through no fault of his own. Unfortunately, the causes of action he has asserted are not the right fit for the circumstances." Ali Chardon, a lawyer for Asinga, in an email said the decision left her client with "no way to access justice" for losing his track career. "We think the decision is wrong, and are evaluating next steps," Chardon added. PepsiCo, based in Purchase, New York, and Gatorade lawyers did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The Athletics Integrity Unit, which oversees track and field's anti-doping program, suspended Asinga last May, stripping him of two South American Championship gold medals and his under-20 100 meters record time of 9.89 seconds. Asinga, now 20, also beat American world champion Noah Lyles at 100 meters in a wind-aided 9.83 seconds. In his lawsuit, Asinga said Gatorade gave him gummies tainted by the drug cardarine when he traveled to Los Angeles in July 2023 to accept the company's National Player of the Year Award. He said the AIU panel banned him because he could not provide proof of contamination from a sealed bottle of gummies with the same lot number. Asinga also said Gatorade falsely claimed that the gummies were "certified for sport" by NSF, an independent Michigan-based nongovernmental organization that certifies when products are free from substances banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
PepsiCo's Gatorade defeats banned sprinter's lawsuit over 'recovery gummies'
By Jonathan Stempel NEW YORK (Reuters) - PepsiCo's Gatorade unit on Monday won the dismissal of a lawsuit by former world champion sprinter Issam Asinga, who blamed his four-year doping ban on eating "recovery gummies" contaminated by a performance-enhancing drug. U.S. District Judge Cathy Seibel in White Plains, New York, said Asinga, who is from Suriname, could not pursue strict liability and negligence claims because he did not allege that eating the gummies caused physical injury. She also found no proof that Gatorade intentionally caused him to ingest a banned substance, thereby undermining his athletic scholarship from Texas A&M University and agreement to abide by world anti-doping rules. "The court understands how unsatisfying this decision will be" for Asinga, if he were "deprived of his athletic career for four years through no fault of his own. Unfortunately, the causes of action he has asserted are not the right fit for the circumstances." Ali Chardon, a lawyer for Asinga, in an email said the decision left her client with "no way to access justice" for losing his track career. "We think the decision is wrong, and are evaluating next steps," Chardon added. PepsiCo, based in Purchase, New York, and Gatorade lawyers did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The Athletics Integrity Unit, which oversees track and field's anti-doping program, suspended Asinga last May, stripping him of two South American Championship gold medals and his under-20 100 meters record time of 9.89 seconds. Asinga, now 20, also beat American world champion Noah Lyles at 100 meters in a wind-aided 9.83 seconds. In his lawsuit, Asinga said Gatorade gave him gummies tainted by the drug cardarine when he traveled to Los Angeles in July 2023 to accept the company's National Player of the Year Award. He said the AIU panel banned him because he could not provide proof of contamination from a sealed bottle of gummies with the same lot number. Asinga also said Gatorade falsely claimed that the gummies were "certified for sport" by NSF, an independent Michigan-based nongovernmental organization that certifies when products are free from substances banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency. The case is Asinga v Gatorade Co, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, No. 24-05210.
Reuters
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
PepsiCo's Gatorade defeats banned sprinter's lawsuit over 'recovery gummies'
NEW YORK, April 28 (Reuters) - PepsiCo's (PEP.O), opens new tab Gatorade unit on Monday won the dismissal of a lawsuit by former world champion sprinter Issam Asinga, who blamed his four-year doping ban on eating "recovery gummies" contaminated by a performance-enhancing drug. U.S. District Judge Cathy Seibel in White Plains, New York, said Asinga, who is from Suriname, could not pursue strict liability and negligence claims because he did not allege that eating the gummies caused physical injury. She also found no proof that Gatorade intentionally caused him to ingest a banned substance, thereby undermining his athletic scholarship from Texas A&M University and agreement to abide by world anti-doping rules. "The court understands how unsatisfying this decision will be" for Asinga, if he were "deprived of his athletic career for four years through no fault of his own. Unfortunately, the causes of action he has asserted are not the right fit for the circumstances." Ali Chardon, a lawyer for Asinga, in an email said the decision left her client with "no way to access justice" for losing his track career. "We think the decision is wrong, and are evaluating next steps," Chardon added. PepsiCo, based in Purchase, New York, and Gatorade lawyers did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The Athletics Integrity Unit, which oversees track and field's anti-doping program, suspended Asinga last May, stripping him of two South American Championship gold medals and his under-20 100 meters record time of 9.89 seconds. Asinga, now 20, also beat American world champion Noah Lyles at 100 meters in a wind-aided 9.83 seconds. In his lawsuit, Asinga said Gatorade gave him gummies tainted by the drug cardarine when he traveled to Los Angeles in July 2023 to accept the company's National Player of the Year Award. He said the AIU panel banned him because he could not provide proof of contamination from a sealed bottle of gummies with the same lot number. Asinga also said Gatorade falsely claimed that the gummies were "certified for sport" by NSF, an independent Michigan-based nongovernmental organization that certifies when products are free from substances banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency. The case is Asinga v Gatorade Co, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, No. 24-05210.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
💎 Top-8 Gems to Watch in the Brasileirão-2025
💎 Top-8 Gems to Watch in the Brasileirão-2025 💎 Top-8 Gems to Watch in the Brasileirão-2025 This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. The 2025 edition of the Brazilian Championship is COMING! And OneFootball highlights some athletes up to 20 years old who deserve special attention. Some already have some experience in their teams. Others are still seeking more space after standing out in the youth teams. Check it out below: Ryan Francisco 🇾🇪 Photo: Reproduction/São Paulo Advertisement He was one of the great highlights of the Tricolor in winning the São Paulo Cup this year. He has already had chances in the main team but was not called upon by Zubeldía afterward. The expectation is for new opportunities when SPFC competes in the BR, Copa do Brasil, and Libertadores simultaneously. Estêvão 🟢⚪ 📸 Miguel Schincariol - 2024 Getty Images The latest great revelation from Palmeiras is already a reality - and a player for the Brazilian National Team. But he stands out here for having an "expiration date." Estêvão is heading to Chelsea after the Super Club World Cup. Verdão relies on the winger's talent to start the competition well. Riquelme 🇭🇺 Photo: Lucas Merçon/Fluminense Advertisement One of the great highlights of the victorious "generation 07" tricolor, the midfielder caught the attention of Fluminense fans in the opportunities he had this season. But he will only return to play in three months after suffering a grade 2 sprain in the medial collateral ligament of his left knee. His return is eagerly awaited by the tricolors. Luighi 🟢⚪ Photo: Cesar Greco/Palmeiras The 18-year-old forward stood out intensely for Palmeiras' under-20 team last year. And debuted in the main team in July of the same year. He was important in this year's under-20 Libertadores. And has played eight games under Abel's command in the current season, with one goal scored. Breno Bidon 🦅 📸 Franklin Jacome - 2025 Getty Images Advertisement Corinthians is betting heavily on a good deal involving the 20-year-old midfielder. He was a starter last season and is seeking his space in a more consolidated sector after standing out in the under-20 South American Championship. Jair ⭐ Photo: Vítor Silva/Botafogo After much effort, Botafogo secured the arrival of the defender raised at Santos for around R$ 89 million. At 19 years old and with the potential to be negotiated soon, he presented himself after winning the under-20 South American Championship with the Brazilian National Team. He has the mission of being a valuable option for a sector with more experienced starters. Gabriel Bomtempo 🐳 Photo: Raul Baretta/ Santos FC Advertisement He took advantage of his chances and was a starter in eight of the 11 games played with Santos in the Paulistão. The competition will grow, but the tendency is that he will continue to be used by Caixinha. Lukas Zuccarello 💢 Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco The Cria da Colina played six games with the main team at the beginning of this season. The competition for the wings has increased with the latest signings. But Vasco will need to use its squad well when playing on three fronts. Featured photo: Raul Baretta/ Santos FC
