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Benjamin Alexander, Jamaica’s unlikely skier out to be an inspiration

The Northampton-born 38-year-old did not try the sport until 2015 but is representing Jamaica at the Beijing Winter Olympics

The Guardian - UK

Brits 'try to leap from moving coach' in 'weed-induced meltdown' on Bob Marley tour

Holidaymakers in Jamaica who witnessed the incident have told of how they thought they were going to die during the bizarre "drug-induced" meltdown of two Brits from Essex

Daily Mirror

Original 'Cool Runnings' racer has big plans for Jamaican bobsleigh

Yanqing (China) (AFP) - One of the pioneering Jamaican bobsleigh team which first competed at the 1988 Winter Games and inspired the movie "Cool Runnings" has big plans for racers from the Caribbean island at future Olympics.

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Jamaican bob team proud to add to 'Cool Runnings' legacy

Yanqing (China) (AFP) - Jamaica's bobsleigh crew at the Beijing Olympics say it's an honour to carry on the legacy of the pioneers who represented the Caribbean island at the 1988 Games as told in the movie "Cool Runnings".

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Meet Koffee, Reggae’s hottest star

As the fresh face of reggae, Koffee is moving Jamaica’s sound on but staying true to its meditative roots, finds Olive Pometsey

Evening Standard

Dishin’ on the Dish: Rasta pasta at Dr. Bird’s Jamaican Patty Shack

Rasta pasta is an herbaceous and cheesy meal that has become a favorite among diners.

Chicago Sun-Times

Harrogate-born Axel Brown out to ink Trinidad and Tobago into bobsleigh history

Brown says he welcomes the inevitable ‘Cool Runnings’ comparisons to the famous Jamaica team.

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David Moyes concerned Jamaica duty taking toll on Michail Antonio

The West Ham manager criticised the World Cup qualifiers schedule which left the club short on strikers as Michail Antonio missed their FA Cup match with Kidderminster

The Guardian - UK

West Ham boss David Moyes admits ‘concerns’ over Michail Antonio international commitments

David Moyes says he has concerns over Michail Antonio’s West Ham form being affected by international travel to and from Jamaica, but insists he would never stop a player representing their country.

Evening Standard

David Moyes concerned about effect of international travel on Michail Antonio’s form

Since he previously played for Jamaica in November, Antonio has netted just twice in 13 games for the Hammers

The Independent UK

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The Canadian Press

Jamaican woman bobsledder appeals to CAS over Olympic slot

Yanqing (China) (AFP) - Jamaica's flag-bearer at the Winter Games in Beijing has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in a bid to race in the two-woman bobsleigh at the Olympics, saying not enough spots are made available in women's events.

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Immortalised by Cool Runnings, what it was like to be on the Jamaican bobsleigh team

Dudley Stokes, a founding member of the team, tells Ryan S. Gladwin the inside story of one of the most loved tales in Winter Olympics history

The Independent UK

David Moyes slams ‘terrible situation’ as Michail Antonio returns from Jamaica just 24 hours before FA Cup tie

David Moyes hit out at international fixture scheduling as Michail Antonio was due to land back from Jamaica duty just over 24 hours before their FA Cup tie at Kidderminster on Saturday.

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The Guardian - UK

Winter Olympics 2022: 10 things to look out for in Beijing

Jamaica return to the bobsleigh after 24 years, Haiti and Saudi Arabia make debuts, while GB aim for curling glory

Sports Illustrated

Concacaf World Cup Qualifying Scenarios: How Canada, USMNT, Mexico Can Reach Qatar

It's the 2026 tournament cohosts who are in the strongest shape to make it to Qatar later this year. Here's what lies ahead in the final qualifying window.

Football London

West Ham not taking Kidderminster lightly as Michail Antonio gives Hammers selection hint

Sixth tier Kidderminster Harriers host West Ham in the FA Cup fourth round on Saturday afternoon

Sports Illustrated

Costa Rica Disputes Report It Played World Cup Qualifier With COVID-19-Positive Players

Jamaica lost to Costa Rica and was eliminated from contention for a spot the 2022 World Cup as a result.

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The Independent UK

Dudley Stokes and the legacy of the Jamaican bobsleigh team

A founding member of the team immortalised in the film Cool Runnings tells Ryan S. Gladwin the inside story of one of the most loved tales in Winter Olympics history

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How to watch Jamaica vs. Costa Rica, live stream, TV channel, time, lineups, World Cup Qualifiers

Jamaica will meet Costa Rica in CONCACAF World Cup Qualifying action on Wednesday as both clubs look to make some waves in their campaign.

The Canadian Press

Herdman says Canadian men head to El Salvador with support of the nation behind them

The Canadian men flew south to El Salvador on Tuesday to take the next step on their remarkable World Cup qualifying journey.

The Canadian Press

While Canada men leave World Cup qualification permutations to others, Qatar beckons

John Herdman said all the right things Sunday after Canada dispatched the United States at Hamilton's Tim Hortons Field to move closer to qualifying for 2022 World Cup.

The Guardian - UK

A new start after 60: ‘I went from graphic designer to delivery driver – now every day is an adventure!’

When Barry Harris retired after 40 years, his wife told him to find something new. Driving gave him fun, freedom and friendship – and the spur to start changing his life

Daily Mirror

Prince William and Kate to join royal Caribbean tour to mark Platinum Jubilee

Prince William and Kate Middleton are understood to be planning a trip to Commonwealth nations include Belize and Jamaica, as part of the Queen's celebrations

Daily Mirror

RAF sniper leads Jamaica Olympic bobsleigh team after training by pushing partner's car

Shanwayne Stephens has been pushing his fiancee’s Mini around after Covid shut gyms. Jamaica will be one of 28 teams competing in the four-man bobsleigh and also have a two-man team

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