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Brittney Griner Transferred to Russian Penal Colony

The U.S. basketball star, detained for more than eight months so far, is being transferred to an undisclosed prison in Russia, her lawyers said. The United States denounced the move.

By John Yoon

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Brittney Griner Transferred to Russian Penal Colony

The U.S. basketball star, detained for more than eight months so far, is being transferred to an undisclosed prison in Russia, her lawyers said. The United States denounced the move.

By John Yoon

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Brittney Griner Is Being Moved to a Russian Penal Colony, Her Lawyers Say

The basketball player’s case has become part of a geopolitical struggle between Russia and the United States.

By John Yoon

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Daria Kasatkina’s Tumultuous and Triumphant Season

The tennis star has spoken out against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and come out as gay with her partner, the figure skater and fellow Russian Natalia Zabiiako. And she’s winning.

By Christopher Clarey