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Olympic qualifying is back, this time for Winter Games in Beijing
Qualifying ramps up this week for February's Beijing Winter Games, which begin only six months after the Tokyo Olympics ended.
Beijing Olympics will have vaccine mandate
Officials have not disclosed many details about COVID-19 prevention protocols for February's Winter Games, but vaccines will be required.
Sixth defense spot on Wild comes down to Merrill or Benn
Wild coach Dean Evason has made his choice for the season opener Friday at Anaheim, but didn't tip his hand on Thursday.
On path to Beijing, U.S. women's hockey team right at home in Blaine
The U.S. national team is living and training in Blaine for the next four months, as 28 players work toward making the team for February's Beijing Olympics.
Hrezi, Fulton win Twin Cities Marathon titles
Mohamed Hrezi won the men's title and Naomi Fulton captured the women's crown at the Twin Cities Marathon, which returned after COVID-19 canceled the 2020 race.
Docherty wins TC 10 Mile to complete sweep
Danny Docherty of St. Paul won three races on Twin Cities Marathon weekend, adding the TC 10 Mile crown to victories in the TC 10K and TC 5K.
Running Aces set to end season Saturday
The harness racing track in Columbus will hold its annual Night of Champions to close out the 2021 season, with a state-record $560,000 in purses.
Canterbury Park wagering increases
Canterbury Park saw gains in total wagering, on-track wagering and out-of-state wagering during the 65-day season that ended Thursday.
Canterbury Park season champions
Canterbury Park named its season champions Thursday, led by horse of the year Cinco Star.
Canterbury Park season ends with wagering gains on and off track
Canterbury Park finished a 65-day season Thursday, attracting a total handle of $90.9 million for the summer as it welcomed back fans and saw the out-of-state handle rise again.