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Swimmer Gkolomeev 'breaks' record at drug-fueled Enhanced Games

LAS VEGAS - Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev was the only athlete to "beat" a world record at the Enhanced Games in Las Vegas on Sunday, winning the men's 50m freestyle at the divisive event where competitors were allowed to take performance-enhancing substances that have sparked health concerns.

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Drug-fueled Enhanced Games falling short of world marks

LAS VEGAS - Juiced-up athletes narrowly failed to "beat" world records in early contests at the first-ever Enhanced Games on Sunday in Las Vegas, despite using performance-enhancing drugs that have sparked health concerns.

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The Enhanced Games, or ‘steroid Olympics’, are on. They pose risks for athletes and those watching

The inaugural Enhanced Games are underway in Las Vegas and are set to be a unique spectacle that promotes drug-induced “enhancement”.

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Everything you need to know about the Enhanced Games: Start time, TV and prize money

The controversial event is a one-night competition on Sunday evening at Resorts World in Las Vegas

The Independent UK

An SNL 'All Drug Olympics?' Not quite. But these Enhanced Games are no joke

The "Enhanced Games" in Las Vegas allows athletes to use performance enhancers, aiming to challenge mainstream sports' anti-doping efforts and athlete pay. Organizers promise athlete safety and better pay, while critics question its legitimacy and compare it to a "Doping Olympics." The event also explores the potential medical benefits of…

The Economic Times

Welcome to sport’s ultimate taboo where athletes risk it all for millions in Las Vegas

The Enhanced Games promise human advancement and world records but critics fear more worrying effects

The Guardian - UK

The Enhanced Games: ‘dangerous clown show’ or a wake-up call for traditional sport?

Las Vegas has always had a reputation for doing things bigger, louder and glitzier than everyone else. On Sunday, May 24 2026 it continues that tradition when the inaugural Enhanced Games take place at a purpose-built entertainment centre at Resorts World, a giant hotel complex on the city’s famous strip.

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Nuno Bettencourt and Rick Beato form unlikely partnership to rip through a Thin Lizzy Classic at the Six-String Sanctuary

The two guitarists were joined at the Las Vegas guitar camp by Steve Vai, Eric Gales and Mateus Asato

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Ex-reality TV star Spencer Pratt is 'running Trump's playbook' in LA mayoral race

PRESS REVIEW – Friday, May 22: Some 13 candidates are vying to defeat Karen Bass next month for the Los Angeles mayorship. Among them is former reality TV villain Spencer Pratt, whose social media savvy and debate skills have garnered support. Also, the controversial pro-doping Enhanced Games begin this weekend…

France 24

Boxing Legend Floyd Mayweather Ordered To Pay $1M After Vegas Club Woman Paternity Case

Floyd Mayweather faces significant financial and legal challenges, including IRS liens and a paternity ruling, which threaten his image of wealth and success despite his active exhibition schedule.

International Business Times UK

Enhanced Games: the 'Steroid Olympics' hit Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS - The first-ever Enhanced Games -- widely dubbed the "Steroid Olympics" -- take place Sunday in Las Vegas, where elite sprinters, swimmers and weightlifters will vie for world records while taking banned performance-enhancing drugs.

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NFL Rookies in Action: When, Where and How to Watch the 2026 Draft’s Top Picks Debut

Though Fernando Mendoza’s NFL debut may come with a clipboard in hand, countless other rookies are set to make an immediate impact in Week 1.

Sports Illustrated

Enhanced Games could tempt more young people into doping, Wada warns

The Enhanced Games, which first takes place on Sunday in Las Vegas, ‘goes against everything Wada stands for’

The Guardian - UK

Enhanced Games explained: sport’s most controversial event unpacked

Why are the Enhanced Games, taking place in Las Vegas this weekend, so contentious, and how have governing bodies have responded to the event?

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The Independent UK

What is the Enhanced Games and why is it controversial?

The inaugural Enhanced Games , a controversial multi-sport competition allowing performance-enhancing drugs, is scheduled to take place in Las Vegas, with the first event getting underway on Sunday 24 May. Founded by Dr Aron D’Souza, the event permits most performance-enhancing drugs, provided they are legal in the US and prescribed…

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RL:Dolphins coach fumes after NRL unveils Las Vegas teams

Kristian Woolf has taken aim at the NRL after it announced which teams will take part in the fourth annual trip to Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas in 2027.

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RL:NRL announces Las Vegas teams for 2027

The NRL has announced which teams will take part in the fourth annual trip to Las Vegas' Allegiant Stadium in 2027.

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Dolphins coach fumes after NRL unveils Las Vegas teams

Kristian Woolf has taken aim at the NRL after it announced which teams will take part in the fourth annual trip to Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas in 2027.

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The Independent UK

Boss Kurt Haggerty says Las Vegas date with Leigh is ‘significant’ for Bradford

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Las Vegas Veteran Slams Out-Of-Touch Influencers: ‘I’ve Never Had a Blue Check, but I’ve Had a Blue Collar’

Influencer James Charles got in hot water after he mocked a laid-off Spirit Airlines worker on TikTok. The insensitive rant earned James online backlash from social media users and other influencers. An ex-military firefighter from Las Vegas shared his two cents on the situation. “As a full-time influencer… I’d like…

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How to watch 'Academy of Country Music Awards' 2026 for FREE from anywhere — stream the ceremony online, nominees, host

See all the winners from the biggest night in country music, live from Las Vegas — here's how to watch 'Academy of Country Music Awards' 2026 from anywhere

The Economic Times

Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway fight confirmed by UFC: Check date, venue and return details

Conor McGregor is set to return to the octagon on July 11 in Las Vegas, facing Max Holloway in a lightweight/welterweight bout. This marks his first fight since a broken leg injury in July 2021. McGregor, a former two-weight champion, has had a notable career, including a historic title unification…

Sports Illustrated

Ranking All 32 NFL Teams By How Many Miles They’ll Travel in 2026

NFL teams will travel a staggering 630,824 air miles throughout the 2026 season. Here’s a complete look at where each club is going, and when.

Euronews

Sphere Abu Dhabi: The world’s most futuristic venue is heading to Yas Island

A large, shiny orb, prominent on Abu Dhabi’s desert skyline, is soon to become its next defining feature. Following the success of the original Sphere in Las Vegas, Abu Dhabi has revealed plans to build a similar entity, which will be the first of its kind in a venue outside…

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The Midwest Is A Unique Place, And These 68 Posts Should Clue You In About What The Deal Is

Many non-Americans planning to visit the United States for the first time will likely want to first check out the big cities they saw on TV. Their list would likely include New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Las Vegas. The Midwest may not be an immediate priority, but as…

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