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While many claim that politics and sports should be kept separate, in practice they often intersect.

Donald Trump salutes the American flag laid out on the field during the 2025 Super Bowl — Image: Ben Curtis/AP Photo/picture alliance

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Germany's DFB expects great deal from new government

The German football association (DFB) has made 10 demands of the new government, but how effective could they be?

What Germany's election means for sports and an Olympic bid

A German Olympic bid for the 2036 or 2040 Games? That may depend on who wins the February 23 election.

New IOC president could change Olympics DSD and trans rules

DW looks at how a new IOC president could shape the future for of DSD and transgender Olympic participation.

Coe: Transgender athletes a 'threat' to women's sport

IOC presidential candidate Sebastian Coe tells DW that transgender athletes "are a threat" to elite women's sport.

How will Trump's return to US presidency affect sports?

Donald Trump's second term will coincide with two major sporting events in the US — the World Cup and Olympics.

IOC President: Who will succeed Thomas Bach?

DW looks at the seven candidates aiming to become the next president of the International Olympic Committee.

Syria: Assad regime 'destroyed a generation of athletes'

Syria's only Olympic champion saw broken promises, fear and death threats from the Assad regime. She demands change.

Is the DFB's anti-racism campaign sufficient?

Germany's football association has launched an anti-racism campaign — but its approach may not be enough.

Swede duels with Putin's friend for world fencing presidency

Otto Drakenberg is challenging Alisher Usmanov for fencing's top job. Usmanov is the favorite, despite being sanctioned.

India: Olympic wrestlers join opposition Congress party

Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia, who led protests against sexual harassment, are now entering politics.

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Can Germany withstand massive cyberattacks?

What is Germany doing to counter the dangers of cyber attacks?

Young adults in Europe are putting away smartphones

Cyberwar: The invisible weapons of cyberattacks

How secure is Germany's critical infrastructure?

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