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1. VARIABILITY IN PERFORMANCE INDICATORS OF THE NETHERLANDS WOMEN'S NATIONAL HANDBALL TEAM AT THE 2019 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP.

Author

Flores-Rodríguez, José and Ramón Alvite-de-Pablo, José

Subjects
*WORLD championships, *HANDBALL, *TEAMS
Abstract

The primary objective of this study was to discover the positional attack performance indicators of the winning Netherlands women's national handball team during the 2019 World Championship in Japan. An ideographic, follow-up and multidimensional observational design was used to record and analyse positional attacks disputed in equal numbers of players (6v6) excluding attacks with an empty goal. Polar coordinates allowed us to determine behaviour patterns as well as performance indicators related to attack continuity, situations used to destabilise the opponents' defence, and actions involved in completing the attack. Two levels of analysis were used: each match individually and all the team's matches as a whole. Results show that each match had its own specific game dynamics as different behaviour patterns were activated and different performance indicators were observed depending on the match. These findings highlight the variability and dynamic nature of the offensive behaviours and performance indicators of the world champion team, emphasising the need to study performance indicators with research projects that respect that they are specific and changing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2022
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2. トランポリン競技における世界と日本の獲得点数からみた強化戦略.

Author

新谷昴, 山崎博和, and 杉田正明

Subjects
ATHLETES, SEX distribution, GYMNASTICS, ATHLETIC ability, SPORTS events
Abstract

Trampoline gymnastics have been included in the Olympic Games since the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Since then, many more countries have started programs for development of trampoline gymnastics. Although trampoline gymnastics include individual, synchronized and team events, only individual performance is included in the Olympics. Trampoline gymnastics include an initial routine and a second routine. The present study focused only on the second routine, and was designed to clarify how addition of the T score in 2011 has affected current trampoline gymnastics. The results of the World championships and All Japan championships held between 2011 and 2019 were compared, and the total scores and other scores were investigated. The transition evident in scores from 2011 to 2019 suggested that Japanese male athletes have lagged behind the world's top players, whereas Japanese women athletes have been rapidly closing in on the top flight. Examination of the relationship between the total score and other scores for the top 30 male athletes in the 2019 World championships showed a strong positive correlation with the E score (r = 0.70). For women, on the other hand, there was a strong positive correlation with the T score (r = 0.71). These results may provide a useful basis for devising a strategy aimed at improvement of performance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2022

3. AN ANALYSIS OF THE COLLECTIVE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE ROMANIAN NATIONAL TEAM'S ATTACKS DURING 2019 WORLD WOMEN'S HANDBALL CHAMPIONSHIP.

Author

GHEORGHE, C. and MEREUŢĂ, C.

Subjects
*HANDBALL, *WORLD championships, *CHAMPIONSHIPS, *TOURNAMENTS
Abstract

The aim of this study is to analyse (i) the collective effectiveness in the attack phases of team Romania at the Women World Championship in Japan, 2019 and (ii) whether the forced changes made just two days before the start of the competition had any impact on the final results. As it had been through a generational transition and had also been confronted with injuries and doping cases right before the debut of the competition, the Romanian team had an unstable evolution, being either severely defeated or winning games by a low margin. Game expertise and scoring index were the main factors that affected the ranking, to the disadvantage of Romania, in this important tournament [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2020
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4. Poised for Perfection.

Author

Crumlish, John

Subjects
WOMEN gymnasts, WORLD championships, GYMNASTICS
Abstract

An interview with Russian veteran gymnast Ksenia Afanasyeva. She described that she felt the happiest joy after her victory in the world championships in Tokyo, Japan. She describes herself as a complicated and moody person who is very difficult to coach. She notes that she is very nervous when she performs although she tries to get calm and overcome her fears.

Published
2012

5. RARE THREE-PEAT.

Author

IVANOV, CHRISTIAN

Subjects
GYMNASTICS for men, GYMNASTS, WORLD championships
Abstract

The article looks at the performance of Japanese Kohei Uchimura to win his third world all-around title at the 2011 world gymnastics championships in Tokyo, Japan. According to the article, his performance in six routines resulted to his victory over Philipp Boy. The highlights of his floor exercise performance are described, including execution of a routine full of precision. Also discussed are his performance in the two and one half twisting Yurchenko vault and parallel bars.

Published
2011

6. EVENTFUL FINALS.

Author

NORMILE, DWIGHT

Subjects
GYMNASTICS competitions, WORLD championships, GYMNASTS
Abstract

The article discusses the highlights at the apparatus finals in the 2011 world gymnastics championships in Tokyo, Japan. According to the article, the apparatus finals are the last chance for Olympic qualifications for gymnasts whose teams failed to finish in the top eight. The routines at the apparatus finals and the performance of several gymnasts are discussed, including the floor exercise, pommel horse and still rings.

Published
2011

7. YOU SANK MY BATTLESHIP!

Author

Humble, Johnny

Subjects
CUSTOMIZATION, MOTORCYCLES, MOTORCYCLE design & construction, BICYCLE design, WORLD championships, CONTESTS
Abstract

The article features the customized StG Natilus bike build by racer Keiji Kawakita in Tokyo, Japan. Kawakita has built the bike for the custom bike shop of Harley-Davidsons Inc. and was designed based on the elements of a battleship. The bike has gained top honors at the S&S Cycle 50th Anniversary Build Off and at the World Championships.

Published
2008

8. YUKA SATO.

Author

Knoell, Dorothy

Subjects
FIGURE skaters, WORLD championships, MARKETING
Abstract

The article features Japanese skater Yuka Sato, the 1994 Ladies World Champion. Sato plans to help provide opportunities for others in her country through marketing. She recalls how she was limited to performing and competing in singles due to lack of facilities in Japan big enough to perform pairs. She had the opportunity to skate in pairs with her husband only after they moved to the U.S.

Published
2008

9. YOKOHAMA.

Subjects
TRIATHLON, WORLD championships, ATHLETES
Abstract

The article discusses the highlights of the 2009 Dextro Energy Triathlon, a part of the International Triathlon Union World Championship Series, held in Yokohama, Japan. Olympic champion Jan Frodeno of Germany won the title. The second, third and fourth places were earned by Kris Gemmell of New Zealand, Javier Gomez of Spain, and Laurent Vidal, respectively, who all struggled in the bicycling and marathon segments. Among other competitors were Josh Amberger, Courtney Atkinson, Maik Petzold, Bevan Docherty.

Published
2009

10. IT BEGINS.

Subjects
MOTORCYCLE racing, WORLD championships
Abstract

The article presents the highlights of the 2013 Moto3 Motorcycle World Championship held in Motegi, Japan in October 2013. Alex Marquez won the championship title followed by Maverick Vinales in the second place and Jonas Folger in the third place. Miguel Oliveira finished fourth. Other riders included in the top 10 were Romano Fenati, J. Miller, and J. McPbee.

Published
2013

11. Grand Affairs On the International Stage.

Author

Russell, Susan D.

Subjects
FIGURE skating, WORLD championships, FIGURE skaters
Abstract

The article offers information on the highlights of the 2010-2011 Grand Prix of Figure Skating Series held in Nagoya, Japan. Daisuke Takahashi performs the Latin-themed short program and captures his third NHK title in a victory over Jeremy Abbott of the U.S. and Florent Amodio of France. Carolina Kostner of Italy who claims that she is recovering from an injury to her left knee, claims the NHK title in the women's category. Furthermore, China's Qing Pang and Jian Tong win the pairs event.

Published
2011

12. Lisa Weightman.

Author

LETHERBY, ANDREW

Subjects
WORLD championships
Abstract

The article features Lisa Weightman, a placer in the 2009 World Championships marathon, who was selected to compete in the 12th Nagano Olympic Commemorative Marathon for the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Nagano, Japan.

Published
2010

13. AUSSIES AT SUZUKA 8 HOUR.

Author

R. S.

Subjects
MOTORCYCLE racing, WORLD championships, MOTORSPORTS
Abstract

The article reports on the one-off race in Japan, the Suzuka 8 Hour, which is considered by the Japanese motorcycle manufacturers as the biggest in the world. Yamaha Austria Racing Team, together with Phase One Yamaha, will join the event. The second team will be Australia's Endurance World Championship (EWC) holder, Damian Cudlin competing the fourth 8 Hour event but, due to financial problems, his Phase One Yamaha Team did not make it.

Published
2009

14. GP2 racer Hanley returns to Maranello for works World Cup outing.

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE racing drivers, KARTING, WORLD championships
Abstract

The article reports on the karting comeback of former GP2 Series racer Ben Hanley of Lancashire for the Super KF World Cup at Suzuka circuit in Japan on May 21-24, 2009. It notes that Hanley will compete for the Maranello team after his Italian marque development work. Hanley has a good kart track record in 2003 and 2004 in the Asia-Pacific Formula A Championship at Suzuka.

Published
2009

15. British star Walker is up for Asian double.

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE racing drivers, AUTOMOBILE racing, WORLD championships
Abstract

The article reports on the participation of KF1 start Jonny Walker in both the World Cup racing and the World Championship racing. The World Cup will be held at Suzuka Mountain Range in Japan on May 21-24, 2009, while the World Championship racing will be held in Macau, China on October 8-11, 2009. It relates that Walker will compete on a Gillard chassis.

Published
2009

16. IN. OUT. IN. OUT. IN?

Author

Williams, Jerry

Subjects
MITSUBISHI automobiles, RALLY cars, WORLD championships, GLOBAL Financial Crisis, 2008-2009
Abstract

The article presents information on the Dakar program decision by Mitsubishi Motors Corp. According to sources in Japan, the firm could be considering a World Rally Championship (WRC) return. It is stated that Mitsubishi announced its Dakar decision citing the global recession. Mitsubishi withdrew from the WRC at the end of 2005, but has since run a design study for a Colt S2000.

Published
2009

17. A milestone for the sport.

Author

BORG, ERIK

Subjects
CROSS-country skiing, ORIENTEERING, WORLD championships
Abstract

The article presents opinion of Keishi Kimura, national controller for the Championships in Japan, on the upcoming first World Championships in Ski Orienteering in Japan in March 2009. According to Kimura, the Championships will have a good influence on improving all orienteering activities in East Asia and it demonstrates the growing popularity of the sport world-wide. He hopes that many people in Japan and the surrounding countries will appreciate the sport of ski orienteering.

Published
2008

18. Kibet Beats The Heat Best.

Author

Hartnett, Sean

Subjects
MARATHON running, WORLD championships, WEATHER, SPORTS records
Abstract

The article provides information on the men's marathon event in the 2007 World Championships (WC) held in Osaka, Japan. Information regarding weather conditions and pacing at the race are given. Some of the contenders for this event were Kenyan duo Luke Kibet and William Kiplagat, Mubarak H. Shami, and Switzerland's Victor Röthlin. Particular focus is given to winner Kibet's speed record.

Published
2007

19. Clement Far From Smooth.

Author

Hendershott, Jon

Subjects
HURDLING (Track & field), WORLD championships, PERFORMANCE
Abstract

This article focuses on the dominance of sprinter Kerron Clement at the 400 hurdle event in the 2007 World Championships (WC) held in Osaka, Japan. Information regarding Clement's performance and struggles at the event are given. Other contenders in the hurdle racing event were Felix Sánchez, Marek Plawgo and James Carter. It also includes a list of athletes who were eliminated during the semifinals.

Published
2007

20. Bekele Threepeats.

Author

Hartnett, Sean

Subjects
TRACK & field tournaments, WORLD championships, WEATHER, SPORTS records
Abstract

This article offers information on the 10,000 meter event in the 2007 World Championships (WC) held in Osaka, Japan. Contenders for this race were Kenenisa Bekele, Eritrean Zerisenay Tadesse and Sileshi Sihine. Information regarding the weather condition is given. According to Bekele, his body was a little bit upset during the last three laps when the pace was changing. Particular focus is given to Bekele's previous sports records.

Published
2007

21. No Radcliffe At The World Champs.

Subjects
WOMEN runners, WOMEN athletes, WORLD championships
Abstract

The article reports on the decision made by Paula Radcliffe to pass up the World Championships in Osaka, Japan in favor of her goal of the Beijing, China Olympics. Radcliffe gave birth to daughter Isla in January 2007 and returned to training soon after. After suffering a sacral stress fracture and a bruised foot, Radcliffe decided to skip Osaka. She is hoping to return to racing in autumn 2008.

Published
2007

22. Many Stars Missing At World Champs.

Subjects
TRACK & field athletes, SPORTS injuries, WORLD championships
Abstract

The article reports on track and field players who are unable to make it to the World Championship game in Osaka, Japan due to injuries and other health reasons. Ugandan steepler Dorcus Inzikuru will not make it to the tournament due to her pregnancy. Also, 800/1500 champion Rashid Ramzi, who incurred a foot injury, is expected to run only the longer race. While hurdler Kirsten Bolm is suffering from pericarditis.

Published
2007

23. Russia Dominates.

Subjects
SYNCHRONIZED swimming, WORLD championships, SWIMMING competitions, SPORTS competitions
Abstract

The article examines the performance of the Russian synchronized swimming team at the World Championships competition. The free routine combination final team scored high in technical merit (TM) and artistic impression (AI). The top individual athlete was Natalia Ischenko who won several gold medals and a silver. The performances of the Spanish and Japanese teams are also mentioned.

Published
2007

24. World Championship organisers appointed.

Subjects
SPORTS tournaments, WORLD championships, ORIENTEERING, CROSS-country running
Abstract

The article reports on the appointment of different organizers for the events of the 2009-2010 World Championships. Norway was appointed as organizer of the 2010 Orienteering Championships (WOC) and World Trail Orienteering Championships. Meanwhile, Israel will take charge of the World Mountain Bike Orienteering Championships in 2009. The 2009 World Ski Orienteering Championships have been given to Japan earlier.

Published
2006

25. Tokyo Will Be Added as Sixth Major Race.

Author

BELSON, KEN

Subjects
*MARATHON running, *HOSTING of sporting events, *RACING, *ATHLETIC clubs, *MARATHONS (Sports), *DECISION making, *WORLD championships, *SOCIETIES
Abstract

The article reports on the addition of Tokyo Marathon in Japan in the World Marathon Majors. It is inferred that Tokyo's marathon, which was previously an elite-only race, has been included in the event because it has become one of the largest and most lucrative races in the world. Tokyo's marathon features about 300,000 participants, in which about 10% is from overseas. The addition of Tokyo will imply that three 3 marathons will take place at the beginning of the year and 3 in the fall.

Published
2012

26. ... A Bumpy Past.

Author

Belson, Ken

Subjects
*WORLD championships, *NATIONAL sports teams, *WINNING & losing (Contests & competitions), *FOOTBALL tournaments
Abstract

TOKYO -- When Saki Kumagai buried the penalty kick that clinched Japan's first Women's World Cup title last July, it touched off a celebration of joy, pride and relief: the joy of defeating the United States for the first time in 26 tries; the pride of upsetting a faster, larger rival; and the relief for a nation still in shock from a devastating earthquake and tsunami months earlier. The triumph was also a watershed for women's soccer in Japan, which has long struggled for legitimacy and financial stability. Attendance at Nadeshiko League games and international matches has skyrocketed, companies have rushed to strike sponsorship deals, and the players on the national squad have become celebrities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2012

27. Paris St.-Germain Is Out.

Subjects
*TARGETS (Sports), *WORLD championships, *WINNING & losing (Contests & competitions)
Abstract

Big-spending Paris St.-Germain crashed out of the Europa League on Wednesday. P.S.G. scored two goals in the last five minutes to beat visiting Athletic Bilbao, 4-2, but it was all for nothing as Salzburg won, 3-2, at Slovan Bratislava to qualify for the last 32. Also advancing were Wisla Krakow, Lazio, Besiktas and Steaua Bucharest. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2011

28. Strong Showing for United States.

Subjects
*MEDALS, *WORLD championships
Abstract

Danell Leyva, a 19-year-old from Miami, won a gold medal in the parallel bars at the world championships in Tokyo, the first by an American man at the meet since 2003. It capped a banner world championships for the Americans. The United States women's team excelled, as Jordyn Wieber and Aly Raisman added bronzes to give the Americans seven medals, four of them gold. Only China won more, with 12. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Published
2011

29. Sports Briefing Gymnastics; Maroney Earns Gold In Tokyo.

Subjects
*WOMEN gymnasts, *MEDALS, *WINNING & losing (Contests & competitions), *GYMNASTICS tournaments, *WORLD championships
Abstract

TOKYO (AP) -- McKayla Maroney gave the American women a sweep of the first three gold medals by winning the vault title Saturday at the world gymnastics championships. ''It just shows we are the best,'' said Maroney, the third straight American to win the vault title. ''We come for business, and that's what we want to do. We all work really, really hard for it.'' [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Published
2011

30. American Wins Gold in All-Around.

Subjects
*WINNING & losing (Contests & competitions), *GYMNASTS, *WORLD championships, *AWARDS
Abstract

The American Jordyn Wieber won the individual all-around gold medal Thursday at the world championships in Tokyo. Wieber, who led the United States to the team title two days earlier, won despite making mistakes on uneven bars and floor exercise. She finished with 59.382 points, 0.033 ahead of the Russian Viktoria Komova. China's Yao Jinnan won the bronze medal, and Aly Raisman of the United States was fourth. Wieber went into the final rotation a half-point behind Komova and went out of bounds on her third tumbling pass. But Komova's routine was less difficult and did not have the same spark as Wieber's. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Published
2011

31. U.S. Men Win Bronze.

Subjects
*WORLD championships, *WINNING & losing (Contests & competitions)
Abstract

The United States men won the bronze medal at the world championships in Tokyo, its first medal in the event since 2003. The winner was China, which has won five straight world titles as well as the gold medals at the Sydney and Beijing Olympics. The Chinese had been only third in qualifying, the first time since the Athens Olympics that they finished anywhere but first in any phase of a major competition. Japan, which won the silver medal at the previous three worlds as well as the Beijing Olympics, finished a mere hundredth of a point ahead of the Americans. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Published
2011

32. China Fails to Finish First.

Subjects
*GYMNASTICS, *WORLD championships, *MALE athletes, *WOMEN athletes, *OLYMPIC Games (30th : 2012 : London, England)
Abstract

China surprisingly finished third in men's qualifying at the world gymnastics championships on Monday in Tokyo, the first time it has not finished first at a major competition since the 2004 Olympics. Japan was first in qualifying, followed by the United States. China can still win the gold medal in the team final Wednesday. Britain was 10th and failed to qualify for the London Olympics, though it will have another chance in January at an Olympic test event in Greenwich, England. The British women's team already qualified for the 2012 Games. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2011

33. Phelps Wins Gold in His Signature Event, the 200 Butterfly.

Author

Barboza, David

Subjects
*BUTTERFLY stroke (Swimming), *WORLD championships
Abstract

SHANGHAI -- Michael Phelps pulled away in the final lap of the 200-meter butterfly final Wednesday night to capture his first gold medal at the swimming world championships and send a message that his prowess remains. After finishing third in the 400 freestyle relay and second in the 200 freestyle, Phelps delivered in his signature event, putting away Takeshi Matsuda of Japan in the last 50 meters to win with a time of 1 minute 53.34 seconds, about seven-tenths of a second ahead of Matsuda. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2011

34. Highlights Aplenty, If Largely Unseen.

Author

Clarey, Christopher

Subjects
*TRACK & field athletes, *PERFORMANCE, *TRACK & field tournaments, *WORLD championships
Abstract

The article focuses on the performance of several athletes during the track and field world championships held in Osaka, Japan in the year 2007. Blanka Vlasic of Croatia won the women's high jump event. Rutger Smith won a bronze medal in the men's discus throwing event. He also finished fourth in the shot put event. Runners Tyson Gay and Allyson Felix won three gold medals.

Published
2007

35. Lagat Highlights the United States' Newfound Depth.

Author

Clarey, Christopher

Subjects
*TRACK & field tournaments, *WORLD championships
Abstract

The article offers information on the track and field world championships. The meet that was organized in Osaka, Japan, lasted for nine days and it ended on September 2, 2007. Around 46 nations won medals in the meet. However, the U.S. remained at the top by winning 14 gold medals and 26 total medals. Runner Bernard Lagat of the U.S. won two races in the meet including a 1,500 meter race and a 5,000 meter race.

Published
2007

36. No Shortage Of Fairy-Tale Finishes At Worlds.

Author

Clarey, Christopher

Subjects
*ATHLETES, *PERFORMANCE, *TRACK & field tournaments, *WORLD championships
Abstract

The article focuses on the performance of several athletes during the track and field world championships in Osaka, Japan on August 29, 2007. Franka Dietzsch won the women's discus throwing title with her first throw. Runner Bernard Lagat won the men's 1,500 meters running race. Runner Christine Ohuruogu won the women's 400 meters event after overtaking Nicola Sanders.

Published
2007

37. Long Wait for 1,500 Title Ends for Lagat and U.S.

Author

Macur, Juliet

Subjects
*RUNNING races, *WINNING & losing (Contests & competitions), *TRACK & field tournaments, *WORLD championships
Abstract

The article reports that runner Bernard Lagat won the 1,500 meters running race that was held during the track and field world championships in Osaka, Japan on August 29, 2007. Lagat completed the race in 3 minutes and 34.77 seconds. He said that his dream of winning the race had been fulfilled. He became a citizen of the U.S. in the year 2004. Runner Rashid Ramzi completed the race in 3 minutes and 35 seconds.

Published
2007

38. The Ones to Watch in Osaka.

Subjects
*ATHLETES, *TRACK & field tournaments, *WORLD championships, *WINNING & losing (Contests & competitions)
Abstract

The article comments on several athletes who are expected to win different events to be held during the world track and field championships that begin in Osaka, Japan on August 25, 2007. It is suggested that runners Asafa Powell and Tyson Gay are the favorites to win the Men's 100 Meters race. It is also stated that Jenn Stuczynski is expected to win the Women's Pole Vault event.

Published
2007

39. A Top Sprinter Learns to Push Himself.

Author

Macur, Juliet

Subjects
*TRACK & field tournaments, *WORLD championships, *EXERCISE, *WINNING & losing (Contests & competitions)
Abstract

The article reports that according to runner Tyson Gay, the workouts designed by his coach Lance Brauman have made him the favorite to win the 100 meters and 200 meters races at the world track and field championships to be held in Osaka, Japan in August 2007. Brauman was convicted of embezzlement, theft and mail fraud in the year 2006 and is in prison. According to Gay, Brauman's imprisonment has inspired him to work hard.

Published
2007

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