Sports institutes build basis for medal hopes
Two institutes provide athletes with the scientific basis for success. But potential financial losses threaten optimistic prospects for upcoming major events.
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Biathlete Fratzscher secures last Olympic ticket
Lucas Fratzscher or Danilo Riethmüller - who will be the fifth German to go to the Winter Games? The decision has been made.
Thaw slows down winter sports in the Ore Mountains
Mild temperatures have taken their toll on the snow in the Ore Mountains. What this means for winter sports at the weekend.
Winter wonderland Erzgebirge: Kammloipe attracts many skiers
The extensive winter weather makes the Kammloipe trail in the Ore Mountains a magnet for cross-country skiers once again. How the long-distance trail came about and how a 96-year-old made it his life's work.
German female biathletes third in relay in Oberhof
The German ski hunters quickly fall behind in the relay. But then Hettich-Walz initiates the chase. And in the end, they cheer.
Biathlete Horn falls ill: no more races in Oberhof
Philipp Horn delivers a good sprint in his home stadium, finishing seventh. He wanted to attack in the pursuit. But now he has to take a break.
After darts in forced break: biathletes want next successes
Reading, darts and mushroom risotto: the biathletes use the rest day in Oberhof to relax. Nevertheless, the focus is fully on the next races.
Saxony and Thuringia score internationally with winter sports
The world is a guest in both East German states. In the coming weeks, World Cups will once again attract winter sports fans to Saxony and Thuringia. The tourism industry is rejoicing.
Biathlete Giacomel cries for friend: Dedicate Olympic victory to him
Bakken's sudden death shocked many in the sport of biathlon. How Tommaso Giacomel searches for his focus between grief and hope - and what he wants to dedicate to his deceased friend.
Weather caprices: Biathlon race in Oberhof postponed
The wind is already blowing strongly in the Oberhof biathlon arena. And the weather is set to become even more unstable. That's why the organizers are bringing forward the women's sprint.
Cross-country skiing, ski tours, bobsleigh: winter sports diversity in the Ore Mountains
The snow is calling: the Ore Mountains are currently covered in wintery white and offer many winter sports activities. These include speedy bobsleigh rides as well as challenging ski tours.
Ski and toboggan well in Saxony's mountains
At the beginning of the year, Saxony's winter sports regions are reporting quite good conditions. Where can downhill and cross-country skiers get their money's worth?
Kammloipe in the Ore Mountains attracts cross-country skiers
In many places in the Ore Mountains, freshly groomed cross-country ski trails beckon. In some places, however, the snow cover remains thin.
Wellinger experiences another debacle ahead of the Four Hills Tournament
Andreas Wellinger is in devastating form in the sport. In his last World Cup before Christmas, he doesn't even make it into the top 50.
Raimund jumps on the podium again - break for Wellinger
Philipp Raimund remains the bright spot of the German ski jumpers. He also impresses at his home event in Klingenthal. Andreas Wellinger, on the other hand, disappoints again and draws the consequences.
World leaders too strong: female ski jumpers wait for the podium
Maruyama versus Prevc is currently the duel at the top of the women's ski jumping World Cup. The German team is strong as a team, but not good enough for the podium.
Mintzlaff opens RB office with Mateschitz son
According to Minister President Kretschmer, the new RB office is "a statement". For Managing Director Mintzlaff, this was a wish specifically expressed by Red Bull founder Mateschitz. Only one is missing.
Ski jumping coach cuts former world champion - Wellinger stays
Two ski jumping routines are going badly this winter. The national coach has now decided to give one of them a break.
Saxony launches sports offensive - more money for coaches
Saxony is once again positioning itself for competitions at the Olympic Games. Sports facilities in the Free State are also set to benefit from the federal government's special fund.
Innsbruck bobsleigh track fears for World Cup after renovation
The lower section of the cable car in Innsbruck/Igls is newly built. But approval has not been granted. The risk of falling is too high. Now time is running out. The World Cups in all three disciplines are coming up.
Frank Pfeil new LSB President in Saxony
LSB Saxony elects a new president. A code against violence is also new.
Association reduces penalty against Chemie player Weigel
After the pitch disturbance at the regional league match between Halle and Chemie Leipzig, a player from Sachsen receives a drastic punishment. This is now mitigated.
Chemie Leipzig announces appeal against NOFV ruling
After the pitch disturbance at the regional league match between Halle and Chemie Leipzig, a player from Sachsen receives a drastic punishment. The club wants to defend itself against this.
Ex-national team player Halstenberg makes his Kreisliga comeback
Marcel Halstenberg won the DFB Cup twice and played 165 Bundesliga matches. But as a retiree, he has not had enough. He makes his debut in the Kreisliga - and scores straight away.
Bobsleigh: Friedrich-Topmann now wants Olympic gold with rival
The bobsleigh feud between the Friedrich and Lochner teams began last summer. Now Friedrich's long-time regular pusher is starting the Olympic gold mission with Lochner.
Triathlon: Para-athlete Schulz once again European champion
Martin Schulz does it again. European Championship title number 12 for the German paratriathlete. And despite problems in his preparation.
German Ski Association wants Nordic World Championships 2031 in Oberstdorf
Oberstdorf or Oberwiesenthal and Klingenthal? The German Ski Association has made a decision as to which venue it will bid for the Nordic World Championships in six years' time. The chances are good.
Seniors look for German gymnastics champions
"Gymnastics always works!" is the motto of the German Gymnastics Festival in Leipzig. Athletes in the 70+ and 80+ age groups also prove this.
Flickflack in Leipzig - Visitor magnet German Gymnastics Festival
Professional and popular sports mix at the German Gymnastics Festival in Leipzig. On the first day, the competitions are already well attended - and the offers for sports fans are crowded.
Gymnastics festival opens in Leipzig - "Signal of fairness"
Many thousands of athletes meet at the German Gymnastics Festival in Leipzig. As patron, the Federal President has a wish for the event.
Berlin starts the Olympic race: "Not a one-man show"
Berlin wants to bring the Olympics to Germany with four partner countries. There are considerations as to where which competitions could take place. An alliance is planning a referendum against the bid.
Women in sport in Saxony: over every hurdle to equality
Discover the development of women in sport in Saxony since the 19th century. The exhibition "Over every hurdle" highlights their successes and struggles.
Berlin takes the Olympic plunge with four partners
The Olympic dream keeps wafting through Germany. Now Berlin is getting serious with four partners. But there is still a long way to go.
Berlin bids for the Olympics with four other countries
The DOSB wants the Olympic Games to return to Germany. The capital and its four partners announce their bid.
Leipzig presents Olympic plans with Berlin on May 27
Leipzig wants to host the 2040 Olympic Games alongside Berlin. Construction work is already underway.
Show, music and church service - colorful program for the gymnastics festival
Many thousands of participants are expected at the gymnastics festival in Leipzig. There are also numerous offers for the public.
Move happily: What makes Leipzig the secret sports metropolis
70 percent of Leipzig residents are active in sports: discover the trends and challenges in Leipzig's fitness landscape.
Sports ministers support German Olympic bid
The German sports ministers have high hopes for a German bid for the Olympic Games. However, they do not want to commit to an exact year.
Gymnastics festival and European Championships in Leipzig: emergency services are ready
Leipzig will be the venue for a major sporting spectacle at the end of May - with the German Gymnastics Festival and the European Gymnastics Championships. The emergency services want to ensure a peaceful and great time.
German Ski Association wants to host Nordic World Championships 2031
Germany has already hosted the Nordic World Ski Championships in 2021. Will it happen again in 2031?
Hundreds of thousands of guests expected at the gymnastics festival and European Championships in Leipzig
Leipzig will be the venue for a major sporting spectacle at the end of May - with the German Gymnastics Festival and the European Gymnastics Championships. Visitors and residents must be prepared for this.
German Olympic champion starts with a new name
A gold medal winner from Beijing marries a former cross-country skier - and will tackle the Olympic winter with a new name.
Goodbye ski season: lift operations on the Fichtelberg closed
Skiers had plenty of opportunities to pursue their hobby in the Ore Mountains this year. Now the last slope has also been closed - at least on the Saxon side.
From soccer to galloping: Scholze new racing club president
In November, Holger Scholze resigned as president of Dynamo Dresden due to disputes. Now he is the boss of a completely different club.
DOSB legal advisor Pusch member of the supervisory board of RB Leipzig
Before the top match against Borussia Dortmund, formalities were completed at RB Leipzig. A lawyer was elected to the Supervisory Board at the Annual General Meeting.
Final spurt on Saxony's ski slopes
If you still want to ski in Saxony, you have to hurry. Because it's getting warmer and rain is affecting the slopes. Some slopes are already closing at the weekend.
Another membership record in the Saxony State Sports Association
Today, 18 percent of all people living in the state are organized in a sports club. The development in children's and youth sports is particularly pleasing.
Skiing in spring weather - lifts running in the Ore Mountains
Crocuses are blooming in gardens and parks, and even in the mountains the daytime temperatures are in double figures. Nevertheless, skiing continues in the Ore Mountains. For how much longer?
Steyer Stadium gets a scoreboard after a delay
After a good year, the mistake is to be corrected. The Steyer Stadium is getting an LED wall. The improvements should be completed by the next athletics meeting.
40 percent of sports facilities in Thuringia in need of renovation
The situation of dilapidated sports facilities has been known for a long time. However, the extent exceeds the previously assumed figures. A recent survey of cities and municipalities sheds light on the situation.
Bobsleigh starter Wulff tests positive for stimulants
A competition test on bobsleigh push athlete Simon Wulff has led to a conspicuous test result. The detected stimulant is found in dietary supplements and is permitted during training.
Biathletes want to continue their winning streak in Oberhof
Franziska Preuß comes to Oberhof for the first home World Cup of the year as the overall World Cup leader. Selina Grotian also has great self-confidence after her first World Cup victory.
Ski resorts expect crowds at the weekend
As the Christmas vacations draw to a close, many families are tempted to take another trip to the snow. But is it worth the trip to Altenberg, Oberwiesenthal and the like?
Ski season starts on the Fichtelberg
Piste clear: skiers have been able to indulge in their hobby on the Fichtelberg again since Friday. However, there is still not enough snow for all the runs.
First ski resorts start the season
Not much snow has really fallen in Saxony yet. Nevertheless, the first ski resorts have opened their slopes - artificial snow makes it possible.
Still no skiing on the Fichtelberg on the 3rd Advent
Although the landscape on the Fichtelberg is already white, there is still not enough snow for skiing. But the first lifts could start next week.
Winter sports enthusiasts need patience - When do the slopes open?
In some places, the Ore Mountains are covered in white. The town of Oberwiesenthal wants to ring in the winter season in the next few days. But is there enough snow to open the first slopes?
Winter sports enthusiasts need patience - When do the slopes open?
In some places, the Ore Mountains are covered in white. The town of Oberwiesenthal wants to ring in the winter season in the next few days. But is there enough snow to open the first slopes?
Skeleton: Kreher second ahead of Neise in Altenberg
After heavy snowfall, only one race run is held for the women. Olympic champion Neise looks like the winner for a long time in the rain. Kreher achieves her first podium.
TU Chemnitz becomes scientific partner of the German Ski Association
Top-class sport is hardly conceivable today without science. The German Ski Association is now relying on the expertise of researchers from Chemnitz.
Saxony supports Summer Grand Prix ski jumping in Klingenthal
The ski jumping community traditionally meets in the Vogtland Arena to round off the summer season. The Free State of Saxony has recognized the potential of the sporting event for the region.
Kretschmer in favor of Germany's bid for the 2040 Olympics
After the Summer Games in Paris, German athletes and officials are dreaming of the 2040 Olympics on home soil. Saxony's Minister President also sees opportunities here.
DFB Federal Court confirms ban for RB Leipzig captain Orban
RB Leipzig will have to make do without defender Willi Orban for the Bundesliga match against Union Berlin. The DFB Federal Court rejected the RB captain's renewed appeal.
RB Leipzig appeals against Orban's suspension
RB Leipzig appeals to the next instance after the two-match ban for captain Willi Orban. The first appeal was rejected.
Maria Till wins silver and bronze at the European Championships
Maria Till has been successful for years with her horse ARC Captain. At the European Championships in Bavaria, she also won a medal with a young horse.
Heinz Steyer Stadium in Dresden officially opened
Dresden's Steyer Stadium once wrote sporting history, including world records in athletics. After a facelift, the oval built over 100 years ago is now a modern competition arena.
Jens Weißflog on applying for the Olympics, competitive sport and politics
Three-time Olympic ski jumping champion Jens Weißflog is ambivalent about Germany's Olympic bid, emphasizes the importance of competitive sport as a school of life and shares his clear opinion on politics, especially when it comes to dealing with the AfD.
IAT Director: Top ten finish for German Olympic team in Paris hardly achievable
IAT Director Marc-Oliver Löw sees little chance of a top ten finish for the German Olympic team in Paris and criticizes the current sports funding.
Dynamo Dresden with new ambitions: Thomas Brendel as new sports managing director
Thomas Brendel wants to prepare Dynamo Dresden for promotion with experienced players and talented players.
Dynamo Dresden plans new season: Interest in goalkeeper Tim Schreiber
After missing out on promotion, Dynamo Dresden concretizes plans for the new season. Interest in goalkeeper Tim Schreiber, decision on new sporting director in the coming weeks.
Daniel Meyer new sports director at Hallescher FC
Daniel Meyer, who was born in Halle, takes over the position of sports director at the third division soccer club Hallescher FC and is responsible for planning for both the 3rd division and the regional league.
Sebastian Kehl comments on missing out on promotion at Borussia Dortmund
Sebastian Kehl speaks publicly about his lack of promotion from sports director to sports managing director at Borussia Dortmund and shows understanding for the decision.
Saxony inaugurates competitive sports center in Altenberg
Saxony wants to expand its position in winter sports with a new competitive sports center for bobsleigh, skeleton, luge, biathlon and mountain biking in Altenberg.
Chemnitz plans Capital of Culture Marathon for 2025
As European Capital of Culture 2025, Chemnitz wants to combine sport and culture with a marathon, with music along the route and various distances planned for the runners.
Water sports season in Leipzig: less use of the locks than last year
In the past water sports season, the locks in Leipzig were used less than in the previous year. The city administration announced that 31,260 watercraft were counted.
Bobsleigh accident in Altenberg: Investigation closed
A Swiss bobsleigh pusher only survived a serious fall in Altenberg thanks to the rapid intervention of emergency doctors. The investigation has now been closed.
Promotion of winter sports in Saxony's schools and kindergartens
Winter sports are to be promoted more strongly in Saxony's schools and kindergartens in future in order to improve children's motor skills.
Kretschmer invites you to a winter sports summit: taking stock of the season
Saxony's head of government Michael Kretschmer (CDU) is hosting a "winter sports summit" at his official residence on Wednesday. Representatives of Saxony's sports associations and clubs as well as the district councils and mayors of the winter sports regions are to attend, as announced by the state ..
Ice sports center in Chemnitz renamed after figure skating coaching legend Jutta Müller
The Chemnitz Ice Sports Center was renamed after figure skating coaching legend Jutta Müller, with an emotional ice show and celebrity participation.
Record champion Friedrich's goals are clearly defined
Even after World Championship gold number 16, Friedrich has further goals. The next victory is already planned for the World Cup final in Lake Placid. But the next World Cup venue is a problem for the Saxon.
Severely injured bobsleigh pusher speaks out for the first time after crash
The Swiss bobsleigh pusher Sandro Michel speaks for the first time after his serious crash in Altenberg and thanks the helpers.
Saxony: Over 700,000 members in sports clubs
More than 700,000 members in over 4300 sports clubs in Saxony - around 30,000 new members within a year. Sports Minister emphasizes social importance.
Swiss Bobsleigh Federation calls for safety commission
After the crash in Altenberg with the seriously injured Swiss Michel, the Swiss Bobsleigh Federation demands consequences from the World Federation. Pilot Vogt is relieved that his partner survived.
Francesco Friedrich returns to dominate the bobsleigh: Five reasons for his success
Francesco Friedrich dominates the two-man and four-man bobsleigh with five reasons for his success. His meticulousness, understanding of the runners, experience and ambition, home coach Gerd Leopold and his strong team make him the top favorite.
Härtel on Olympic bid: "Time is running out"
Sports official Härtel sees time running out with regard to a possible Olympic bid. He also sharply criticizes the Ministry of the Interior, which is responsible for sport, in other areas.
More members again at Landessportbund Brandenburg
The state sports association has once again set a new membership record. As of January 1, 2024, 381,437 Brandenburgers were members of one of the state's 2,956 sports clubs, the LSB announced on Thursday. This is more than ever before in the more than 30-year history of the LSB.In total, the clubs r ..
Seriously injured Swiss bobsledder back home
After the crash in Altenberg, the seriously injured Swiss bobsleigh pusher Sandro Michel is back home. His pilot Michael Vogt cancels the World Championship start in Winterberg completely.
Laura Nolte wins World Cup in two-man bobsleigh in Altenberg
Beijing Olympic champion Laura Nolte wins the two-man bobsleigh World Cup in Altenberg despite three previous falls. Delighted about push athlete Deborah Levi's comeback.
Francesco Friedrich loses another two-man bobsleigh race on home track
Francesco Friedrich loses another two-man bobsleigh World Cup race on his home track and is beaten by European champion Adam Ammour.
Laura Nolte wins Monobob World Cup in Altenberg
Laura Nolte secures victory in the Monobob World Cup in Altenberg, ahead of Elana Meyers Taylor and Lisa Buckwitz. Maureen Zimmer in sixth place.
Bobsledder Sandro Michel operated on again
Bobsledder Sandro Michel had to undergo another operation. The Swiss Bobsleigh Federation has announced that he underwent surgery on Thursday at Dresden University Hospital.
Double success in the Skeleton World Cup: Hermann ahead of Kreher
As in the luge, the track in Altenberg deteriorated extremely in the second run. This tended to benefit the slower starters.
Serious crashes overshadow opening training for the Bobsleigh World Cup in Altenberg
The opening training for the Bobsleigh World Cup in Altenberg is overshadowed by two serious crashes.
Dynamo Dresden fined
Third division soccer team Dynamo Dresden was fined 21,500 euros by the DFB sports court.
Dajana Eitberger and Saskia Schirmer return to the World Cup with third place
After the disappointing World Championships in Altenberg, the doubles duo Dajana Eitberger and Saskia Schirmer have bounced back with third place in the World Cup.
European Peace Ride with family sports festival in Chemnitz
In Chemnitz, the arrival of the European Peace Ride will be accompanied by a family sports festival. There will be music, sporting activities and free ice skating.
No World Championship medal for women's doubles
The German doubles lugers failed to find the medal track at the World Championships in Altenberg. The title went to two Austrians. There is criticism from the national coach.
Almost six million for the expansion of winter sports bases
Some sports facilities in Saxony are being further expanded and modernized. The Free State is paying almost six million euros for this.
World Cup dominator Max Langenhan wishes Felix Loch a World Championship medal
Luge World Cup dominator Max Langenhan hopes that both he and Felix Loch will win a medal at the Luge World Championships.
Doll lacks cleverness in shooting duel with Norway
The German biathletes are doing well on the run, but are losing out to their Norwegian rivals at the shooting range. That should change in the relay.