The Latest Breaking News from Olympics

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.

AAP · Aug 27, 2024

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

Sports Illustrated · Aug 27, 2024

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

The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2024

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 Independent UK · Aug 26, 2024

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…

The Times of India · Aug 26, 2024

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.‌ ‌

Zenger · Aug 26, 2024

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.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 26, 2024

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.

International Business Times · Aug 26, 2024

Lydia Ko wins third major with Open triumph at wild St Andrews as Nelly Korda fades

New Zealander adds the Open to her Olympic gold medal won in Paris earlier this month

The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2024

Lydia Ko, Two Weeks After Olympic Gold, Wins AIG Women’s British Open

The New Zealander added to her LPGA Hall of Fame resume with a win at St. Andrews.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 25, 2024