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DP World Tour Pro Wins Court Battle Against Netherlands Olympic Committee To Compete At Paris 2024

Joost Luiten, Darius Van Driel, and Dewi Weber were all originally denied the chance to feature at the Paris Olympics, but the six-time DP World Tour winner announced on social media that the judgement had been overturned

Golf Monthly · Jul 2, 2024

Liam Pitchford to compete in record fourth Olympics for GB in table tennis

The 30-year-old has recovered from shoulder surgery in time to play at Paris 2024 and will be joined by Wales’ Anna Hursey.

The Independent UK · Jul 2, 2024

The Catholic Church is using the upcoming Paris Olympics to engage young people − but several popes have already promoted sports as a way to teach Christian values

As the sporting world and fans await the opening ceremonies of the 2024 Paris Olympics and the Paralympic Games, eight Catholic dioceses in Greater Paris have already ignited their own Olympic flame by organizing the “Holy Games.” The project is a collaboration between the Archdiocese of Paris and the French…

The Conversation · Jul 2, 2024

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Eight-time Olympian Hoy to miss Paris selection

Three-time equestrian gold medallist Andrew Hoy, the only Australian to have competed at eight Olympics, is understood to have missed selection for Paris.

AAP · Jul 2, 2024

As cycling boomed in 19th-century America, its Black stars shone bright

Cyclists such as sprint world champion Marshall ‘Major’ Taylor were early stars of the sport in the US. But many felt compelled to move abroad

The Guardian - US · Jul 2, 2024

In a class of their own: three Olympic sportswomen talk about overcoming war, hardship and the Taliban

In advance of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, we speak to women who have faced conflict, discrimination and a lack of funding to stand as their countries’ only female qualifiers in their chosen fields

The Guardian - UK · Jul 2, 2024

Golfer Green says Olympic gold is bigger than major win

Australian golfer Hannah Green rates an Olympic gold medal as a higher achievement than winning an LPGA Tour major tournament.

AAP · Jul 2, 2024

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Sleaford Mods, the 1975, Fred Again: the songs that sum up each year of Tory government

Dave’s lament for the Grenfell atrocity, Dua Lipa’s bedroom disco for a locked-down nation, Kneecap’s Badenoch-riling rap, Elbow’s hymn for asylum seekers … here are the tracks that defined 14 years of Conservative rule

The Guardian - UK · Jul 2, 2024

NRL approves Nawaqanitawase's early Roosters arrival

Rugby convert Mark Nawaqanitawase is free to join the Sydney Roosters before the end of the NRL season, after his deal was approved by head office.

AAP · Jul 2, 2024

16-Year-Old Quincy Wilson To Make Olympic Debut In Paris

16-year-old Quincy Wilson to make history as youngest U.S. track athlete at Olympics, showcasing exceptional talent in 400m event.

Lord Coe says Ukraine trip reaffirmed his Russian and Belarusian athletes stance

Coe praised the resilience of athletes he met at the country’s national championships, which also served as trials for this summer’s Paris Olympics.

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

Richardson, McLaughlin and Lyles set to lead the Americans to a big medal haul at Olympic track

The U.S. Olympic track trials ended on a high note

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

NBC to Air Record Amount of Live Paris Olympics Coverage

NBC and Peacock to Lead NBCU’s coverage of the XXXIII Olympiad from Paris, France

TV Tech · Jul 1, 2024

Olympic gymnast Suni Lee recites this 10-word rallying cry before competing to reduce stress and instill confidence

Suni Lee says hyping herself up is critical for her performance.

Fortune · Jul 1, 2024

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The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

Six athletes, including one woman, in Palestine team for Paris Olympics

Six athletes, including one woman, have been selected to represent Palestine at the Paris Olympics

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

16-year-old Quincy Wilson now the youngest-ever male US track Olympian

Despite missing out on qualifying spots at the US track and field trials, this 16-year-old has made it into the team as the youngest male track US Olympian

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

Grandma, 58, makes triumphant return to racewalking competition after retiring two decades ago

Michelle Rohl, 58, left the sport about 20 years ago to homeschool her children

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

Simone Biles will return to the Olympics. Here's who else made the USA Women's Gymnastics team

Simone Biles is heading back to the Olympics with a few of her friends

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The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

Skateboarder Andy Macdonald says qualifying for Olympics at 50 ‘pretty surreal’

Macdonald is part of a three-person GB team for the Paris Games alongside teenagers Sky Brown and Lola Tambling.

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

Simone Biles’ husband Jonathan Owens shows support after she makes US Olympic team

‘We going to Paris. Man I’m so proud,’ Owens wrote on Instagram

The Times of India · Jul 1, 2024

IOA EC members decide not to take any allowance for their Paris trip

NEW DELHI: The Executive Council members of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) have decided not to accept the dearness allowance, which is higher than what athletes receive for the Paris Olympics. They expressed concern that accepting such payments could damage their public image. Instead, they will make their own arrangements.

Sydney Mclaughlin-Levrone Breaks 400M Hurdles World Record Again

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone breaks 400m hurdles world record at US Olympic Trials, securing spot for Paris Olympics. Rai Benjamin sets trials record in men's...

World Athletics President Invites Ukrainian President To Olympics

World Athletics President invites Ukrainian President to Olympics amidst conflict with Russia, supporting Ukrainian athletes. Zelensky's attendance uncertain.

The Times of India · Jul 1, 2024

'Stay in the moment, keep...': Abhinav Bindra's million-dollar advice to Paris-bound Indian athletes

NEW DELHI: Abhinav Bindra, the first Indian to win an individual Olympic gold medal, is well-versed in managing the immense pressure that comes with competing on the grandest stage.

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024

Dina Asher-Smith bidding to ‘create history’ after previous Olympics heartbreak

The 28-year-old is looking to become the first British woman to claim Olympic sprint gold in either the 100m or 200m

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