I’m still here: Kanaeva denies retirement reports

Despite all the reports of her quitting sport, two-time Olympic champion, Evgenia Kanaeva, says she hasn’t decided on her future in rhythmic gymnastics.

January 22, 2013 09:04

Swan song for rhythmic gymnastics diva Kanaeva (VIDEO)

Russia's twice Olympic rhythmic gymnastics champion, Evgenia Kanaeva, is retiring at the age of 22 to take up an official role in the sport. Before she does that, RT offers a chance to look back at the record-breaking star in action.

January 21, 2013 11:35

5-time Olympics winner Davydova to train Synchro champs for Russia

After ending her record-breaking career this summer, five-time Olympics champion Anastasia Davydova has to turned to coaching, aiming to further raise Russia's profile in the sport of synchronized swimming.

January 07, 2013 12:25

‘Russia to become center for world sports’ – Mutko

After a year of big events and big investments, Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko has declared that the country "made a splash" in 2012, and will soon be a center for world sports.

January 05, 2013 04:22

Russia’s volleyball coach resigns due to heart problems

Vladimir Alekno, who led Russia to volleyball gold at the London Olympics, is leaving the national team due to heart problems.

December 29, 2012 21:38

Kirilenko outran Bolt at London Games

Russia’s top basketballer, Andrey Kirilenko, has called the London Olympics his most memorable event of 2012 because of the bronze medal he won with Russia and the many interesting people he met in the British capital.

December 29, 2012 10:25