sports

In a first, Israeli rookie Robert Shwartzman wins pole position at Indy 500

In remarks after the race, Shwartzman signaled opposition to the war in Gaza and called for peace between nations.

By BEN SALES/JTA
19/05/2025

Holon pulls out tough quarterfinals series over Herzliya

Kaplan’s team was able to come away with the pivotal victory with a gutsy performance by MVP Iftach Ziv.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
19/05/2025
Israel and US flags

New era in Israeli soccer: American group led by Ross Kestin to buy Maccabi Netanya

Maccabi Netanya will be acquired by US firm Aliya Capital Partners, led by Ross Kestin, pending approval. The deal reflects rising foreign interest in Israeli soccer.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
19/05/2025

Refaelov retires as team captain, begins new chapter with Maccabi Haifa

The Greens immediately announced that upon his retirement, the midfielder will be appointed head of the club’s scouting department.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
19/05/2025

Especially for Shavuot: This sports brand is wearing white

The international sports and lifestyle brand SKECHERS launches a white sneaker collection that upgrades any outfit effortlessly.

By WALLA! SPORTS
17/05/2025

More than numbers: Jake Cohen reflects on Maccabi Tel Aviv legacy after 500 games

“The first thing that I think about when it comes to these things is how grateful I am,” Jake Cohen said.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
15/05/2025

Jewish pitcher Gordon makes MLB debut

The 26-year-old left-hander, who previously represented Team Israel in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, became the first Jewish starting pitcher to debut in the majors since 2023.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
15/05/2025

NHL suspends Panthers exec Doug Cifu over Pro-Israel online comments

Doug Cifu suspended after calling fan a “51st state antisemite loser” in Israel-Hamas War debate online.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
14/05/2025

Manor of influence: Solomon’s stunning Leeds season sparks transfer tug-of-war

After a sensational season in which he became one of Leeds United’s most influential figures, Manor Solomon now finds himself at a crossroads as the summer transfer window looms.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
14/05/2025
 Gary Lineker's now-deleted Instagram post comparing Zionists to rats, May 2025.

Gary Lineker shares Nazi propaganda rat emoji when discussing Zionists

Lineker pleaded ignorance over the Instagram post, prompting "furious new calls for the BBC to sack him," due to the antisemitic connotations, The Telegraph reported.

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