Sochi 2014: Behind the Scenes of the Olympic Flame Launch in Space

In April 2013, State Duma deputy and former boxer Nikolai Valuev donated blood at the offices of Moskovsky Komsomolets newspaper as part of a charity blood drive. He told journalists that he regularly participates in such initiatives and considers it important to set an example of social responsibility. Valuev noted that donating blood is a simple way to help those in need of transfusions and called on everyone to become donors if possible. The event took place in a calm and friendly atmosphere.

On March 1, the town of Peresvet in the Sergiyev Posad district of the Moscow region hosted a dog sledding competition. Both adults and children took part in the sporting event — around one hundred participants in total — together with their dogs of various breeds. In 2014, the competition was held for the thirteenth time. According to the organizers, over the years dog sled racing has evolved from a simple hobby into a true sport. Lenta.doc observed the tournament.

Former world champion in several weight categories, American boxer Roy Jones fought Frenchman Zine Eddine Benmakhlouf in Moscow on December 21 and won on points. On December 18, Jones appeared in a different role at a Moscow restaurant, performing several songs.

Presentation and first test drive of the "Yo-mobile."

Football match of the "December 5" political party in Moscow.

Closing of the "Winners' Games," a sports competition for children who have overcome cancer. The games were organized by the "Podari Zhizn" charity foundation. The foundation's beneficiaries won the opportunity to carry the Olympic torch through Moscow.