This week in sports brings a mix of triumphs, setbacks, and reflections on legacies. From MotoGP injuries to chess legends, here's a quick rundown of the stories making headlines.
MotoGP: Martin's Injury and Recovery
MotoGP rider Jorge Martin recently underwent surgery on his left wrist. The operation's success is being closely monitored, but his return to racing is uncertain, casting doubt even on his participation in the Argentina event. 
Get well soon, Jorge!
In other news, memories are being stirred of football legends like Nené, who played alongside Pelé at Santos and later for Juve. His impact on Cagliari's historic championship victory, under coach Scopigno, is still celebrated today. Sandro Ciotti even suggested that Nené was "tactically even more important than Rombo di tuono" (Gigi Riva).
Olympics: Bobsleigh Track Concerns
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has expressed concerns about the Cortina bobsleigh track. President Bach, via undersecretary Morelli, questioned the need for new tracks when existing ones are underutilized. 
The search for ice-makers for the track continues, with a research assignment given to Umana by Luigi Brugnaro, the mayor of Venice.
"Enough building new ones, there are many and there are few athletes." - IOC President Bach (reportedly) on new bobsleigh tracks.
Football: Juventus Stands by Motta
Despite Juventus's elimination from the Coppa Italia and a recent defeat against Empoli, manager Giuntoli has confirmed that coach Thiago Motta's position is secure. Speaking on Sky Sport, Giuntoli emphasized the team's confidence in Motta and the ongoing project. 
Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner has been excluded from contention for the Laureus Academy's Athlete of the Year award following his suspension due to the Clostebol case.
Chess Legend Passes
The world of chess mourns the passing of Boris Spassky. He is best remembered for his iconic 1972 world championship match against Robert James Fischer in Reykjavik, a contest often dubbed the "challenge of the century". Spassky's contribution to the game will forever be remembered. 
That's a wrap on this week's sports highlights! Stay tuned for more updates.