Rafael Khalatyan

1 week ago | insidethegames.biz | Rafael Khalatyan

The UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation has announced the return of the UAE National MMA Championship for its third edition, set to take place on 12-13 April, at the Shabab Al Ahli Club in Dubai. The third edition of the national championship is anticipated to attract a broad range of participants, with male and female athletes representing various clubs and academies from across the Emirates.

2 weeks ago | insidethegames.biz | Rafael Khalatyan

The final of the European Freestyle Wrestling Championships, held on 9 April in Bratislava, Slovakia, concluded with a controversy after the President of the Russian Wrestling Federation, Mikhail Mamiashvili, allegedly called one of the gold medallists, a traitor during the medal ceremony. The incident occurred following the final in the 74kg freestyle category, which was won by Chermen Valiev, representing Albania. 26-years-old Valiev was born in North Ossetia, Russia.

2 weeks ago | insidethegames.biz | Rafael Khalatyan

Fresh bullying claims have led to British Judo's women's Olympic head coach Jamie Johnson stepping down, triggering a new investigation into the national programme. This development comes after a new formal complaint was filed against Johnson last month, with a hearing scheduled this week, according to a report in The Times. It is understood that other judokas are expected to provide witness statements supporting the alleged victim's claims.

2 weeks ago | insidethegames.biz | Rafael Khalatyan

Spanish karate legend Damián Quintero could be in line to be retrospectively awarded World and European Championship gold medals after his Turkish rival, Ali Sofuoglu, was handed a two-year suspension for anti-doping violations, according to a report by AS.

2 weeks ago | insidethegames.biz | Rafael Khalatyan

Para-taekwondo athlete Amy Truesdale has been awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for her outstanding contributions to taekwondo. The prestigious honour was first announced in the New Year 2025 Honours list, recognizing individuals for significant achievements or service to the community with long-term impact. On March 25, 2025, Truesdale attended a formal ceremony at Windsor Castle where she received the MBE directly from King Charles.