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Russian Figure Skater Competes at Winter Olympics to Composer Edgar Hakobyan’s Music
At the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Russian figure skater Petr Gumennik delivered his men’s short program to the music of Armenian composer Edgar Hakobyan — a rare appearance of Armenian-composed music on the Olympic stage. Gumennik, competing under a neutral flag due to international sporting regulations, took to the ice on February 10 with his short program set to Hakobyan’s “Waltz 1805,” a piece drawn from the soundtrack of the film Onegin. The selection followed
The Armenian Report Team
6 days ago
Armenia’s Mikayel Mikayelyan Completes Demanding 20km Skiathlon at Winter Olympics
Armenian cross-country skier Mikayel Mikayelyan competed on the fourth competition day of the 25th Winter Olympic Games, taking part in the men’s 20-kilometer skiathlon event, which combines classical and freestyle techniques. The race included 73 athletes from around the world and was one of the most physically demanding events on the Olympic schedule. Mikayelyan finished in 48th place with a time of 51 minutes and 06 seconds. He had started the race in 58th position and end
Armenian Athletes Carry Tricolor at Opening Ceremony of 2026 Winter Olympics
Armenia’s athletes proudly took part in the opening ceremony parade of nations at the 25th Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, carrying the national tricolor before a global audience. Figure skaters Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin were chosen as Armenia’s flag bearers for the ceremony. The pair made history earlier in the season by securing Armenia’s first-ever Olympic quota in pair figure skating since independence. Behind the flag, Armenia’s full Olympi
Armenian Figure Skaters to Compete at 2026 Olympics to ‘Artsakh’
Photo: ©ISU Armenia’s figure skating pair, Karina Akopyan and Nikita Rakhmanin, are preparing to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics to music by composer Ara Gevorgyan, skating to his piece “Artsakh”. Their short program on Feb. 15 has already drawn widespread attention and strong reactions online. The pair first used this music earlier in competition, and the routine quickly spread across social media. According to Akopyan, the performance reached a huge audience and was re
Armenian Athletes Competing for Other Countries at the 2026 Winter Olympics
As the 2026 Winter Olympic Games open in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, our attention is turning not only to Armenia’s official national team but also to athletes of Armenian origin who will compete for other countries. The Games are set to begin on February 6, with Armenia sending five athletes across three sports. Alongside them, several competitors with Armenian roots will appear under different flags. These athletes will represent Cyprus, France, and Russia (AIN), an
Meet the Armenian Athletes Competing in the Winter Olympics
As the 25th Winter Olympic Games approach, Armenian athletes are preparing to compete on the world’s biggest winter sports stage. The Games will be held from February 6 to 22 in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, and Armenia will be represented by five competitors across skiing and figure skating events. During the winter season leading up to the Olympics, The Armenian Report met and interviewed Armenia’s Olympic hopefuls to learn more about their preparation, goals, and the
From Armenia’s “Siberia” to the Olympic Stage: Athletes Train in Extreme Cold Ahead of 2026 Games
With the Winter Olympics approaching, Armenian athletes are intensifying their training in some of the country’s harshest conditions, determined to compete at the highest level on the world stage. Journalist Ani Khachatryan of The Armenian Report recently traveled to Ashotsk in Armenia’s Shirak region to document preparations by Olympic hopefuls, cross-country skiers Mikayel Mikayelyan and Katya Galstyan. Ashotsk is widely known as the coldest area in Armenia and is often ref
“Winter Sports Are Treated Like Orphans”: Armenian Skiing Faces Crisis Before Olympics
The President of the Armenian Ski Federation, Gagik Sargsyan, has spoken in detail about the serious difficulties facing Armenian skiing as the country prepares for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan. According to him, the federation is working without state support while dealing with long-standing structural and financial problems that continue to limit the development of winter sports in Armenia. “From the very beginning, unequal conditions are set between summer and wi
Interview With the Pair Skaters Who Will Represent Armenia at the 2026 Winter Olympics
Figure skaters Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin, who will represent Armenia at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan, say their decision to compete under the Armenian flag carries deep personal meaning and a strong sense of responsibility. In an interview with The Armenian Report, the pair said they officially changed their sporting citizenship in 2024 – a significant step for Armenian winter sports. Akopova said her choice was driven by identity rather than convenience.
Armenian Olympic Wrestlers Conscripted for Military Service, Pledge to Serve with Pride
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The Armenian Report Team
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Armenian Weightlifter Varazdat Lalayan Wins Silver Medal at Paris Olympics
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The Armenian Report Team
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The Armenian Report Team
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The Armenian Report Team
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2024 Paris Olympics: Meet the 15 Armenian Athletes Representing Armenia
The 2024 Paris Olympics start today, July 26, and in honor of this grand event, we introduce our readers to the 15 Armenian athletes...
The Armenian Report Team
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EXCLUSIVE: Armenian Sports Shooter Elmira Karapetyan to Run Olympic Torch in Paris 2024
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The Armenian Report Team
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France's Surprise Election Result Just Before the Paris Olympics
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The Armenian Report Team
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Europeans for Artsakh Movement Calls for Banning Azerbaijan from 2024 Olympics
The Europeans for Artsakh movement has urged the International Olympic Committee to take a stand against Azerbaijan's participation in...
The Armenian Report Team
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200 Days Until 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris: Armenia's Athletes and Event Highlights
With just 200 days remaining until the start of the much-anticipated 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, Armenia proudly stands with seven...
The Armenian Report Team
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France Exposes Azerbaijan's Plot to Disrupt Paris 2024 Olympics
France's cyber defense unit has revealed a disinformation campaign originating from Azerbaijan, intending to disrupt Paris's readiness to...
The Armenian Report Team
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