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The IOC says 'discussions are still ongoing,' but it sounds like the first-ever Olympic Esports Games may be delayed, possibly until 2027

The IOC wants to ensure the Olympic Esports games are "a landmark event," but the 2025 timeline may have been too tight.

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'September 5' revisits the seminal Munich Olympics attack broadcast, with questions for today

Nearly all of the new film “September 5” takes place in the darkened, smokey control room from which ABC Sports broadcast the hostage crisis of the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich

The Independent UK

Olympic Champion Katinka Hosszu Announces Retirement From Swimming

Three-time Olympic champion Katinka Hosszu, the 'Iron Lady' of swimming, retires at 35 after a decorated career spanning five Olympic Games.

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Tourists Return To Post-Olympic Paris For Holiday Magic

Holidaymakers are returning to Paris for winter holiday magic as the tourism industry rebounds, inspired by the successful Olympic Games and the re-opening of Notre Dame cathedral.

International Business Times

USA Cycling Foundation awarded $2.5 million for women's cycling programmes

Hellman Foundation grant to target high-performance Olympic Games disciplines and a new long-term Women's Cycling Fund

Cycling News

Mandatory genetic testing in sport not justified, ethical or viable – academics

Safety and fairness in female sport was one of the most prominent topics at this year’s Olympic Games.

The Independent UK

'We can do better': Bid to avoid post-2032 homelessness

Brisbane will have a homelessness crisis after the 2032 Olympic Games if the next Queensland government doesn't address an existing social housing shortage.

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Gunman Shot Dead After Opening Fire Near Munich's Israel Consulate

German police shot dead a gunman who had opened fire on them near Munich's Israeli consulate on Thursday, the anniversary of the hostage-taking at the 1972 Olympic Games.

International Business Times

Nigeria wins Africa's first Paralympic medal in badminton

Nigerian teenager Mariam Eniola Bolaji on Monday became the first player from Africa to win a medal in badminton at the Paralympic or Olympic Games.

Radio France Internationale

'Target for me is...': Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker reveals her next goal - Watch

NEW DELHI: Ace Indian shooter Manu Bhaker, who became the first Indian post Independence to win two medals in a single Olympic Games, is currently on a break from shooting.

The Times of India

Why National Sports Day in India is celebrated on August 29

Established in 2012, the National Sports Day in India is celebrated on August 29 as a mark of respect and in tribute to hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, fondly called 'Dadda' by sports lovers in India. It is also the birth anniversary of Dhyan Chand, who was born in 1905…

The Times of India

Olympics in Africa: Egypt’s ambitious bid to host the games could succeed – but will it be worth it?

The modern Olympic Games is billed as the largest multi-sport event in the world, with a history dating back to 1896. Yet there’s a glaring absence on the Olympic map and on its logo of five rings representing the five inhabited continents: Africa has never hosted.

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Five-time Olympic cyclist choked to death on food at her Vegas apartment five days before her body was found

Larreal was only Venezuelan to have competed in five different Olympic games

The Independent UK

Balancing the narrative: Celebrating Olympic mothers without losing sight of the postpartum struggle

The postpartum period is a time of anatomical, physiological and psychological transition. The recent Olympic Games brought to light the exceptional capacity of women after the birth of a child and is a story of success for women athletes globally.

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Why aren’t the Olympics and Paralympics combined into one Games? The reasoning goes beyond logistics

As the lights go out on an outstanding Olympic Games in Paris, with record-breaking media attention and excellent medal results for Team Canada, it’s important to remember the Games aren’t over — it’s just the halfway mark.

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How Paris 2024 was a beautiful evolution of Olympic design

Monotype's creative type director analyses this year's visual identity.

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Jeff ‘J Attack’ Dunne Reacts To Rachael Gunn’s Olympic Games Performance With IG Story Reshare

“Bro just woke up and CHEWED UP all that pressure.”

The Times of India

Shocked IOA 'exploring further legal options' after CAS dismisses Vinesh Phogat's appeal

NEW DELHI: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha on Wednesday expressed shock and disappointment after wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification appeal from Olympic Games was quashed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

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Colin Kaepernick Wants to Play Flag Football for Team USA at 2028 Olympics

The former 49ers quarterback is already looking ahead to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

TV Tech

WBD Reports Record European Streaming and TV Viewing for Paris Olympics

7B minutes of coverage was viewed in Europe during the games as Max added a record number of new subscribers

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The 2028 Olympic Games Will Introduce Five New Sports & Scrap A Couple From This Year

BRB, learning how to play squash ASAP.

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It’s been one of the most progressive Olympic Games ever - so why is there still so much debate about women's "strong" bodies?

Another games, another set of archaic outlooks when it comes to the female form.

AAP

Merci, Paris! Thanks for hosting the greatest Olympics

Paris has hosted an unforgettable Olympic Games, the City of Light delivering a dazzling and uplifting follow-up to COVID-hit Tokyo 2020.

The Times of India

Paris Olympics conclude with spectacular closing ceremony, Los Angeles takes over as next host

NEW DELHI: The awe-inspiring Stade de France transformed into a grand concert hall, celebrating the conclusion of the Paris Olympics with a spectacular closing ceremony. The event showcased a mesmerizing display of artistry, passing the baton to Los Angeles for the next Olympic Games.

The Independent UK

IOC president hails ‘sensational’ Olympics at Paris 2024 closing ceremony

Speaking at the closing ceremony, Bach declared Paris 2024 a “new era” of Olympic Games.

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