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Paralympics ‘have a special place in our hearts’, Australia’s governor-general tells FRANCE 24

Australian athletes enjoyed a hugely successful Olympics in Paris, winning a total of 52 medals and 17 golds – a feat the sports-loving nation is looking to replicate as the Paralympics get under way this week. FRANCE 24 speaks to Sam Mostyn, Australia’s governor-general, about the significance of the Games…

France 24

Sir Ben Ainslie has Rolex robbed at knifepoint in Barcelona

Sir Ben is the most successful Olympic sailor of all time

Evening Standard

US rugby star Ilona Maher hailed as ‘feminist trailblazer’ for swimsuit shoot

Olympic star turns Sports Illustrated swimsuit model after saying she’s targeting World Cup in England next year

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'You will achieve...': Manu Bhaker recalls PM Modi's encouragement when she met him for the first time as a 16 years old

NEW DELHI: Indian Olympic medallist and pistol shooter Manu Bhaker has detailed the inspirational guidance she has received from Prime Minister Narendra Modi throughout her sporting career.

The Times of India

Lakshya Sen wants to be the Virat Kohli of Indian badminton

Lakshya Sen came agonizingly close to winning a historic Olympic medal for an illustrious addition to his promising career but fell short, losing the bronze-medal match to Lee Zii Jia of Malaysia at the Paris Games earlier this month. However, it has infused more belief into the 23-year-old shuttler, who…

The Times of India

Olympic Champ & TikTok Star Ilona Maher’s New Cover Is A FU To Anyone Talking About Her Body

“I was always called masculine or whatever but I never felt that way."

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Olympic Rugby Hero Ilona Maher Cover Star of SI Swimsuit’s Digital September Issue

Maher helped lead the U.S. rugby team to its first-ever medal in Paris.

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A guide to the 2024 Paris Paralympics: sports, venues and stars to watch

With eye-catching venues, inspiring athletes, thrilling sports and a historic curtain-raiser on the Champs-Élysées, the 2024 Paralympic Games promise to be every bit as spectacular as the recent Paris Olympics. Here’s a guide to the 11-day sporting extravaganza that opens Wednesday and runs through September 8.

France 24

Olympic champions Remco Evenepoel and Tom Pidcock set to battle at Tour of Britain

Evenepoel secured time trial and road race gold medals at Paris 2024 and is part of a strong Soudal-QuickStep squad for the Tour of Britain that also includes Julian Alaphilippe

The Independent UK

Matt Porter interview: 'Darts doesn't need the Olympics... our ticket demand is like Glastonbury'

PDC chief executive sets out the future for the World Championship as Luke Littler-mania sweeps the oche

Evening Standard

Paris to inaugurate Paralympic Games with 'never seen before' opening ceremony in city's heart

Just weeks after hosting the Olympics, the summer of sports in Paris begins its final chapter with the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games

The Independent UK

'Closure' for victims as serial rapist swim coach named

Former champion swimming coach Richard "Dick" Caine raped and sexually assaulted young athletes over several years, leaving lasting scars on his many victims.

AAP

Trophies on wheels: a look at the uniquely painted bikes gifted to the 2024 Olympic champions

Remco Evenepoel, Kristen Faulkner and Grace Brown received bikes that shine as brightly as the golden medals themselves

Cycling Weekly

Bus expansion could solve Olympic-sized commuter issue

A bold plan to expand a bus service could help solve the looming public transport problems for the Brisbane Olympics.

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Joel Embiid Recording Bryce Harper's Phillies Walk-Off Was Peak Sports Fan Moment

Fresh off of winning his first Olympic gold medal in Paris with the men's basketball team, Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid decided to take in a baseb

The Independent UK

The Paralympic Games are starting. Here's what to expect as 4,400 athletes compete in Paris

The Paralympic Games are set to open Wednesday as some 4,400 athletes with disabilities, permanent injuries or impairments prepare to compete for 549 medals across 22 sports over 11 days

AAP

Olympic sevens coach seeks return to 15-a-side rugby

John Manenti says he's eyeing a future role in Super Rugby after leaving his position as Australia's men's sevens coach following his third Olympics.

The Times of India

Paris Olympics champion Zheng Qinwen shows mental progress with US Open comeback win

Paris Olympics champion Zheng Qinwen showed significant progress in her mental game with a come-from-behind win in the US Open first round against Amanda Anisimova. Despite being on the back foot early on, world number seven Zheng managed to secure a 4-6, 6-4, 6-2 victory over her American opponent.

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Paris Paralympics To Showcase Disability Sport In City Of Light

The Paris Paralympics begin on Wednesday with a spectacular opening ceremony in a city still on a high after the highly successful Olympics.

The Conversation

What challenges do Paralympic athletes face compared to their Olympic peers?

Over the past few weeks, billions of eyes have been glued to the Paris Olympic Games.

The Independent UK

US Open 2024: Olympic gold medalist Zheng rallies to win her first-round match

Zheng Qinwen, the Olympic gold medalist in women’s tennis, has rallied to stay in the U.S. Open with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-2 victory over Amanda Anisimova

The Times of India

Para shuttlers confident of multiple gold at Paris Games

KOLKATA: It proved to be a disappointing outing for Indian shuttlers at Paris Olympics with Lakshya Sen coming closest to a medal with his fourth-place finish. But the Indian Paralympic contingent in badminton, who brought home four medals, including two gold, from Tokyo, is raring to change that story for…

Zenger

The Breakdancing Break: How Israel Missed The Paris Olympic Spotlight ‌

Insights from Israeli breaking champion Yakov Krawec shed light on the challenges and prospects of the dancers in Israel.‌ ‌

Radio France Internationale

Who are the French athletes competing in the Paris Paralympic Games?

France has high hopes for its athletes competing in the Paris Paralympic Games following its strong showing during the Olympics. The goal is for the 236 para athletes to come in eighth in national rankings, with at least 20 gold medals.

International Business Times

Olympic Champion Ko Ends Eight-year Major Drought With Women's British Open Win

Lydia Ko said she had enjoyed a "Cinderella" story after ending an eight-year wait for a major title by winning the Women's British Open at St. Andrews on Sunday, just a fortnight after her Olympic gold medal triumph in Paris.

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