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Beer belly wrestling and ‘evading arrest’ obstacle course set for inaugural Florida Man Games

It ain’t the Olympics, but a group of Floridians plan to host competitions themed according to the collective antics of the beer-loving, gator-possessing, rap-sheet heavy, mullet-wearing social media phenomenon known as “Florida Man.”

The Independent UK

Olympic gold medalist Tara Lipinski and husband Todd Kapostasy welcome baby via surrogate

Olympic figure skating gold medalist Tara Lipinski and her husband, Todd Kapostasy, have welcomed a daughter through a surrogate after several years of infertility

The Independent UK

Beer belly wrestling, 'evading arrest' obstacle course on tap for inaugural Florida Man Games

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Matildas play it safe with Kerr for Olympic qualifiers

Hometown hero Sam Kerr will be among the stars in action when the Matildas take on Iran, the Philippines and Taiwan in three Olympic qualifiers in Perth.

AAP

Rugby World Cup final is mouthwatering but leave bronze medals for the Olympics

So after one close semi-final and one that was a skoosh, a doddle, as we say in Scots, we now have a Rugby World Cup Final that can only be…

The National (Scotland)

Mark Cavendish robbery suspect on trial after handing himself in

Jo Jobson has gone on trial accused of involvement in robbery at home of Olympic athlete Mark Cavendish and his wife Peta

Evening Standard

Cricket? Lacrosse? Netball? The new sports that might make it to the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games

At the International Olympic Committee’s recent session in Mumbai, India it officially ratified five sports being added to the existing 28 core sports for the 2028 Los Angeles summer games.

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How Olympic cities are selected | Explained

India joins five other countries in race for 2036 Olympics. New process focuses on flexibility, sustainability and cost-effectiveness. India yet to decide city/cities for hosting. Mexico only one to have hosted before. Other potential bidders include Egypt, Seoul, China, Qatar, Hungary, Italy, Denmark, Canada and Germany. India has hosted several…

The Hindu

Mary Lou Retton in ‘recovery mode’ after hospital stay for pneumonia

The family disclosed earlier this month that Retton — who became the first American female gymnast to win the Olympic all-around title at the 1984 Los Angeles Games — was “fighting for her life” and unable to breathe on her own.

Chicago Sun-Times

Sarabjot wins bronze and India's eighth Paris Olympics quota place

Sarabjot Singh won a bronze medal and sealed a Paris Olympics quota place for India in men’s 10m air pistol, while junior women’s shooter in the category, Sainyam, clinched gold at the ongoing Asian Shooting Championship in Changwon, Korea on Tuesday.

The Hindu

Emma Finucane happy to drop ‘underdog’ tag in pursuit of Olympic glory in Paris

The 20-year-old Welshwoman shocked herself when she took the women’s individual sprint title in Glasgow in August.

The Independent UK

India drives cricket’s Olympic inclusion, but minnows hope to hitch a ride

Smaller countries hope cricket’s inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics can be a game changer for the sport.

Al Jazeera

Matildas fever hits Perth ahead of Olympic qualifiers

The Matildas will be aiming to take the next step towards booking a spot for the Paris Olympics when they take on Iran, Taiwan and the Philippines in Perth.

AAP

Rebecca Adlington reveals late miscarriage of baby daughter, saying: ‘We will forever love her’

The double Olympic gold medallist put a heartbreak emoji alongside the text-based post on Instagram

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The Hindu

Kelvin Kiptum in the time of Eliud Kipchoge — how the marathon just got more interesting

Kelvin Kiptum, 23, has taken the long-distance world by storm, shattering Eliud Kipchoge's world record by 34 seconds in the Chicago Marathon. Kiptum has won three marathons in as many starts, owns three of the six fastest times in history & is aiming for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

The Times of India

PV Sindhu advances to semifinals at Denmark Open

NEW DELHI: Indian badminton star PV Sindhu displayed her exceptional skills to secure a place in the semifinals of the Denmark Open Super 750 tournament with a comfortable victory over Thailand's Supanida Katethong. Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medallist, has been facing a winless phase this season but showed glimpses of…

Sports Illustrated

Softball Gets Much-Needed Boost With 2028 Olympics Inclusion

The sport will return for the Los Angeles Games in 2028 after last appearing in the Olympics in ’21.

AAP

Fitz-Gerald says it's time for squash to start again

Squash great Sarah Fitz-Gerald says the sport in Australia has a golden opportunity to become fashionable again after being accepted into the Olympics.

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Mary Lou Retton still in ICU after ‘scary setback’ in pneumonia fight – daughter

Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton experienced a “pretty scary setback” in her fight against a rare form of pneumonia this week, her daughter said

The Independent UK

Financial investigators probing suspected contracts descend again on HQ of Paris Olympic organizers

Organizers of next year’s Paris Olympics say their headquarters have again been visited by French financial prosecutors who are investigating suspicions of favoritism, conflicts of interest and misuse of funds in the awarding of contracts

Sports Illustrated

Olympic Legend Mary Lou Retton Suffers ‘Scary Setback’ in Pneumonia Battle

The former Olympic champion remains in ICU with pneumonia.

The Times of India

I will take a call on my future before Paris Olympics: Sreejesh

Indian custodian keen to become a coach after he retires and dreams of being in charge of Indian team in Olympics

Sports Illustrated

With Paris on the Horizon, U.S. Track and Field Team Is Making Leaps

With another Olympic cycle dawning, the experienced Americans are preparing for domination.

Sports Illustrated

Cowboys’ Micah Parsons Teases Participation on Olympic Flag Football Superteam

The All-Pro edge rusher expressed his interest in joining the team for the 2028 Summer Games.

The Hindu

It takes more than just teams to make a match; fans are important too

India's cricket in World Cup has been excellent, but denying visas to Pakistan fans shows a churlishness. India-Pakistan match was one-sided, with few Pakistan supporters. India-Pakistan matches are a money-spinner and a distraction from political issues. Politicians appear/disappear depending on team's performance. India must work on 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' to bid…

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