Jewish-Israeli welterweight fighter Shimon Smotritsky says he wants to show the world what Jews can do.
The 260 team members will dedicate their run to the people of Israel, the triumph of spirit, and strengthening unity, togetherness, and acceptance of others.
Meanwhile, Hapoel Jerusalem defeated Bnei Herzliya 85-80 to get back onto the winning track after having been eliminated from European competition.
Zahavi & Co. take lead on Iceland before complacency, missed penalty and hungry foe sink them.
Israel’s participation at the Olympics was backed by IOC President Thomas Bach earlier this month and this should be celebrated, but countries could decide to boycott of their own accord.
Here are four players and five coaches to watch as fans follow their brackets.
Led by Beit Halachmi and Ginat, Israel's National Team visits Portugal and Slovenia in the first games since the war.
These are the Jewish athletes to keep a close eye out for in coming days.
Greens triumph, say goodbye to Chery for now • Mac TA held by Hap PT • Beitar beats Hap TA
The final 20 minutes belonged entirely to the blue-and-white.
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