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The famed race, which each year covers 2,121 miles over 21 stages in 23 days, featured eight riders wearing the Israel Start-Up Nation jersey.

In his 10 years with the NBA Casspi has played for the Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans, Cleveland Cavaliers, Memphis Grizzlies, and Golden State Warriors. "I never believe I’d make those dreams come true," he says.

Country's top artistic gymnast and leading hope for a medal at the Tokyo Olympics comes up top in the ball, hoop, clubs, ribbon, and all-around competitions at the international tournament.

"Above all else, I am a proud Jew and Israeli. I cannot betray Jerusalem,” Beitar owner Moshe Hogeg says. Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion supports move, says Israel should bar entry to teams that boycott Jerusalem.

Jacob Steinmetz, a 6-foot-5, 222-pound, 17-year-old fireballer from Long Island, eats only Kosher food and will only pitch on the Sabbath if he can walk to games.

The Hall of Famer stopped by the International YMCA to speak with youngsters about the fundamentals behind the sport.

Ethiopian-born Israeli athletes husband and wife Marhu and Selam Teferi are slated to represent the Jewish state at the Olympic Games in Tokyo. "Even in our wildest dreams, we didn't think this would be possible," they say.

Gal Cohen Gromi wins the silver medal in the 200-meter individual medley heat, also qualifying for the Tokyo Olympics. Aviv Barzilai takes home the silver in the 200-meter backstroke, sets a new Israeli record as well.

Five-day event, held in Israel for the first time, welcomes 60 windsurfers from all over the world, including current and former world champions.

"As a four-time winner of the Tour, the value of his experience cannot be underestimated. It will be extremely useful for the team during the race," Israel's Start-Up Nation team says.