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Mary Rand, first British woman to win Olympic athletics gold, dies aged 86

Mary Rand, the British track and field athlete who blazed a trail for women by winning three Olympic medals at the Tokyo Games in 1964, has died at the age of 86

The Guardian - UK

Lindsey Vonn refuses to rule out return to skiing after horror crash at Winter Olympics

Vonn crashed out of the downhill in Cortina d’Ampezzo after attempting to race with a ruptured ACL

The Independent UK

Transgender women athletes banned from competing in female Olympic events in new IOC policy

The IOC announced the ban on Thursday after its executives voted to adopt the new policy. The ruling now means transgender women, as well as women with select rare medical conditions, are no longer eligible to compete in female categories, effective from the 2028 LA games.

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Inside Kirsty Coventy’s transformation of the IOC – and the Trump problem looming over the LA Olympics

ONE YEAR ON: A year after she was sensationally elected as the first woman and first African to hold the most powerful office in sport, the IOC president retains plenty of internal support, writes Lawrence Ostlere. But far bigger challenges lie ahead

The Independent UK

Croc and elephant fears lurk over Olympic rowing venue

A government has been slammed for sticking to its guns to host 2032 rowing at a crocodile habitat, with critics claiming the course will be a white elephant.

AAP

Human rights experts raise concerns over Olympics transgender women athlete ban

Over 100 human rights, sports and scientific groups have criticised the new gender eligibility guidelines as ‘a blunt and discriminatory response’

The Guardian - AU

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, banned from Olympics, speaks at United Nations

Vladyslav Heraskevych was shunned by the Olympics, then invited to the United Nations

The Independent UK

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How Ilia Malinin and Amber Glenn Performed at World Championships After Olympic Setbacks

The two American stars are podium hopefuls after the short program events.

Sports Illustrated

Lindsey Vonn Opens Up About What She Doesn’t Want to be ‘Remembered for’ After Olympic Crash

Vonn gave her first sit-down interview since undergoing multiple surgeries after her Olympic crash.

Sports Illustrated

Transgender women athletes banned from female events at Olympics by IOC

Transgender women athletes are now excluded from competing in the female category at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday

The Guardian - UK

Michael Johnson to give back alleged $500,000 ‘secret’ payment from Grand Slam Track

Johnson is said to have advanced ‘millions’ while Grand Slam Track confirmed the former Olympic champion will return a disputed $500k ‘reimbursement’

The Independent UK

‘Why Not Us?’—Pochettino Ignites USMNT World Cup Dreams With ‘Miracle’-Like Speech

The USMNT manager has spoken about his fondness for the 2004 film “Miracle” based on the 1980 Olympic hockey team.

Sports Illustrated

Former Google executive Matt Brittin selected to be next BBC director general

Former Olympic rower to lead corporation as it hammers out future funding model with government

The Guardian - UK

Tories urge Sebastian Coe to run for London mayor as poll shows he could beat Sadiq Khan

Polling suggests the former Olympic champion could be the best chance the Conservatives have to defeat Labour and launch a London revival

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Flag Football Classic: NFL Stars Have Work Cut Out For Them Chasing Olympic Dreams

The U.S. flag football team outclassed the NFL’s stars on Saturday.

Times Life

Assam government names stadium after boxer Lovlina Borgohain; Olympic medalist says, 'It's the biggest gift'

Olympic medalist and Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain is on cloud nine after receiving one of the biggest gifts from the Assam government. The government has named a newly constructed sports arena after the boxer, and she is overwhelmed by the recognition. Sharing her excitement on social media, the boxer said…

The Independent UK

Who is Georgia Hunter Bell? Team GB captain for World Indoor Championships

Georgia Hunter Bell, 32, is leading the 26-member squad as captain for the Novuna Great Britain and Northern Ireland team at the 2026 World Indoor Championships in Torun, Poland. She’s an Olympic, World and European medallist who will take to the start line in the women’s 1500m Saturday, looking to…

AAP

How Hauser plans to upset Olympic triathlon supremacy

Australia's triathlon world champion Matt Hauser hosted Olympic ace and British rival Alex Yee in his own backyard before they resume hostilities.

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A feast of Olympic proportions at World's Longest Lunch

A leafy, inner-city park has played host to an Athenian feast, with hundreds of diners treated to a three-course meal stretched over half a kilometre of tables.

The Independent UK

Lindsey Vonn hits back at retirement talk after horror Olympic crash

Lindsey Vonn is currently recovering from a broken leg she suffered following a crash at the Winter Olympics last month

AAP

Aussie Baff continues snowboard cross medal blitz

Josie Baff's medal collection continues to grow with Australia's Olympic snowboard cross champion adding a silver medal from the World Cup in Austria.

International Business Times UK

Lindsey Vonn Breaks Silence on Future After Father Publicly Demands Her Retirement Following Olympic Injury

Lindsey Vonn has pushed back against calls to retire after her horrific crash at the 2026 Winter Olympics, insisting only she will decide her future in skiing. Even a public plea from her father has not shifted the 41-year-old from her determination to recover on her own terms.

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'It's Not Every Day You Wake Up To A Text From Snoop.' The 'Beautiful' (And Unexpected) Olympic Moment Evan Bates And Madison Chock Got To Experience

A winning text message for Olympic medal winners!

International Business Times UK

Lindsey Vonn Retirement Fears: Ski Racer Reveals Doctors Nearly Amputated Her Leg After Olympic Crash

Lindsey Vonn has revealed doctors nearly amputated her leg after her crash at the 2026 Winter Olympics, as the 41-year-old ski legend posts a tentative but hopeful rehab update from home.

International Business Times UK

What Is the Order of Ikkos? Trump Awarded Rare Olympic Honour During Women's History Month Event

US bobsled champion Kaillie Humphries has awarded President Donald Trump her sole Order of Ikkos medal at a White House Women's History Month event, citing his stance on women's sport and IVF.

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