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When do the 2024 Paris Olympics end? What to know about the closing ceremony

A guide to the Paris Olympics closing ceremony

The Independent UK

Australia's Palmer Retains Olympic Skateboard Title As Korda Stutters In Women's Golf

Keegan Palmer of Australia won his second consecutive Olympic men's park skateboard title with some spectacular moves on Wednesday, while women's golf star Nelly Korda made an error-ridden start to her title defence.

International Business Times

Everything Simone Biles did at the Paris Olympics was amplified. She thrived in the spotlight

Every single thing Simone Biles has done at the Paris Olympics has been spotlighted

The Independent UK

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Jade Jones: Drugs test controversy hangs over GB taekwondo star at Paris Olympics

The 31-year-old Jones begins her bid for gold against Miljana Reljikj of North Macedonia on Thursday – having been cleared of wrongdoing after committing a ‘no-fault doping violation’

The Independent UK

KJT not ruling out a California dream in LA in 2028 – but now ‘ready for’ Paris

The 31-year-old Briton could go for a fifth Olympic Games in four years’ time.

The Independent UK

OPINION - How has this summer of Olympic joy turned into a bonfire of British hate?

If there are two things we should be able to rely on as great equalisers, it’s music and sports. With the Paris Olympics we’ve been able to take a (very short) break from the shitshow that’s going on around the world. Still nice to see all this camaraderie and healthy…

Evening Standard

Romanians appeal gymnast's score after inquiry drama in floor exercise final at Olympics

The Romanian Olympic Committee says it has appealed Sabrina Maneca-Voinea’s score from the floor exercise final at the Paris Games after a last-minute inquiry on behalf of American rival Jordan Chiles prompted heartbreak and rage from the former gymnastics powerhouse

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Olympics 2024: Team GB win cycling men's silver and women's bronze in team pursuit thrillers

A thrilling finale was neck and neck before a late wobble from Ethan Hayter

Evening Standard

Tony Hawk Loved Seeing 51-Year-Old Andy Macdonald Skate in Olympics

Tony Hawk reacts to Andy Macdonald’s Olympics park run.

Sports Illustrated

One thousand up! A grand milestone for Great Britain at the Olympics

The velodrome in Paris witnessed GB’s 1,000th medal at summer and winter Olympics.

The Independent UK

Simone Biles Wanted to "Stand Up for" Younger Teammates During Olympic Criticism

"They're so young and they haven't fully stood in their power yet."

Marie Claire

Tennis Mailbag: Recapping the Paris Olympics and Previewing Los Angeles 2028

Jon Wertheim answers your lingering questions from the Games, unpacking doubles results, eye-catching player remarks and some interpersonal drama.

Sports Illustrated

China's Li Fabin Defends Weightlifting Title With New Olympic Record

Li Fabin defends his Olympic title in men's 61kg weightlifting, setting a new record.

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“You Deserve This”: Olympian Gets Wild List Of Rewards For Winning Two Gold Medals

Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo makes history after winning two Olympic gold medals. The Philippines awards him astonishing gifts. The post “You Deserve This”: Olympian Gets Wild List Of Rewards For Winning Two Gold Medals first appeared on Bored Panda.

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The Guardian - UK

Watching the Olympics is making me wonder: is sport good for us?

Medal-winning brilliance requires obsession as well as dedication and skill. I can’t help wondering what these athletes’ bodies and minds have gone through over the years, writes Guardian columnist Adrian Chiles

Radio France Internationale

Up beat: Miroslaw wins Olympic gold for Poland in speed sports climbing

"Will it be a surprise or will it be the favourite?" intoned the master of ceremonies early on Wednesday afternoon at the Le Bourget Climbing Venue as top seed Aleksandra Miroslaw was limbering up on Wall A adjacent to the anointed outsider Lijuan Deng on Wall B.

The Guardian - UK

Cuban gold medallist who swam the Rio Grande for new life is back at the Olympics

Fernando Dayan Jorge Enriquez was a national hero after Tokyo 2020 but defected and is now part of the Refugee Team

The Independent UK

Paris Olympics food donations seek to help needy, contribute to sustainability and set an example

Food that goes uneaten at the Paris Olympics is helping those in need around the French capital

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SI:AM | One of the Greatest Olympians Ever Says Goodbye

Cuba’s Mijaín López did what no Olympic athlete in history has done.

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Matt Wearn Retains Men's Dinghy Sailing Olympic Title

Matt Wearn defends his Olympic title in dinghy sailing amidst weather disruptions. Historic wins for Australia, Cyprus, and Peru showcase global sailing ta...

The Conversation

Why elite athletes are harnessing their own brain waves for sporting success

The Olympic and Paralympic Games represent the pinnacle of athletic achievement, where the world’s sporting elite showcase their prowess. Modern athletes benefit from top-notch coaching, optimised nutrition and recovery strategies. Yet, some are turning to more unique methods for the competitive edge – training the brain.

The Conversation

It’s almost impossible to become an Olympic athlete without overtraining — here’s why

When people think of Olympic athletes, they’re often thinking about winners. But competing for an Olympic medal is an unpredictable pursuit that results in disappointment for most.

Evening Standard

Raygun! Muffins! Pole vault fails! The viral moments from Paris 2024 so far

From the defining photo of the Games so far, to the anonymous lifeguard sending the internet into a frenzy, Alexandra Neagen rounds up the most unforgettable and unlikely happenings at this year’s Olympics

The Conversation

The twisties, the yips and target panic – why sportspeople sometimes suddenly lose the ability to perform

In elite gymnastics, few names shine as brightly as Simone Biles, known for her high difficulty routines and seemingly unshakeable confidence. Biles stunned the world during the Tokyo Olympics when she experienced a bout of what she called “the twisties.”

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s Matt Wearn goes back-to-back with Olympic dinghy gold after multiple delays

Sailor Matt Wearn was made to wait before winning Australia’s 15th gold medal of the Paris Olympics with victory in the men’s dinghy final

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