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Paris Olympics: Sukhjeet Singh back where he belongs

Talented striker set for Olympics debut following a stirring comeback after being bedridden six years ago

The Times of India · Jul 17, 2024

Unified Hockeyroos can end generational drought: coach

Katrina Powell has addressed the fall-out of Rosie Malone's non-selection and failed appeal as they fly to Paris intent on ending a 24-year medal drought.

AAP · Jul 17, 2024

When Neeraj Chopra inspired Kishore Jena to 'Go for Paris': The heartwarming backstory

Kishore Jena, fondly addressed as 'Jena Babu' whenever he is throwing spears in and around his home state Odisha, built his javelin career under the shadow of Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra -- until his beaming image standing beside his idol, Neeraj, on the Hangzhou Asian Games podium introduced…

The Times of India · Jul 17, 2024

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Paris Mayor To Take Dip In Seine Ahead Of Olympics

The mayor of the French capital Anne Hidalgo is set to splash into the murky waters of the Seine on Wednesday to demonstrate that the river is clean enough to host the outdoor swimming events at the Paris Olympics later this month.

International Business Times · Jul 17, 2024

For a century, it’s been illegal to swim in the Seine. Will Paris’s clean-up make the river safe for Olympic swimmers?

Five eagerly anticipated events in the Paris Olympics will be the mens and womens 10 kilometre marathon swimming races, as well as the 1,500 metre swimming section of three triathlon events. Why? Because all will be held in the Seine River in the centre of Paris. The swimmers – including…

The Conversation · Jul 16, 2024

Olympic Cyclist Embarks On Climate Change Awareness Ride To Paris

Gold medalist cyclist embarks on Manchester to Paris bike ride to raise climate change awareness and promote eco-friendly practices in sports.

Top News · Jul 16, 2024

Livvy Dunne Had Fired-Up Message for Simone Biles Before Paris Olympics

The LSU gymnast can't wait for Biles' "revenge tour."

Sports Illustrated · Jul 16, 2024

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Rower Salman Khan happy to play supporting cast to Balraj Panwar ahead of Paris Games

PUNE: To wear the India jersey but not to play for the tri-colour might be a weird situation to be in. Nevertheless, Salman Khan is happy to play his part.

The Times of India · Jul 16, 2024

20,000 female condoms, 200,000 male condoms, 10,000 dental dams: will Paris 2024 be the sexiest Olympics ever?

It’s not the first time athletes and officials have been showered with contraceptives, writes Arwa Mahdawi. But is there any logic to the options on offer?

The Guardian - UK · Jul 16, 2024

Chinese swimmers will be under scrutiny at the Paris Olympics after positive doping tests revealed

Few athletes will be under as much scrutiny at the Paris Olympics as the swimmers from China

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2024

From LeBron to Ledecky: 10 biggest names to watch at Paris Olympics 2024

From sporting legends to Gen Z prodigies, Al Jazeera picks out 10 ‘must watch’ athletes at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

Al Jazeera · Jul 16, 2024

There's No Way Clippers Are Actually Upset Kawhi Leonard Isn't Playing in Olympics

The Los Angeles Clippers say they're "very disappointed" that USA Basketball decided to pull Kawhi Leonard from the Paris Olympics. There's no way that's true.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 16, 2024

Q&A: 'NFL RedZone' Star Scott Hanson Talks Paris Games, Hosting Olympics 'Gold Zone'

The anchor is taking the format of his NFL Network show to the Olympic stage.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 16, 2024

Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert nearing top shape at Tour de France for Paris Olympics

World Champion feels like shape is growing but 'that is certainly no guarantee of the same form'

Cycling News · Jul 16, 2024

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 16, 2024

Sunbonnet supernova: the ‘fun gal’ who put the glorious Glasgow Boys in the shade

Bessie MacNicol was a brilliantly talented artist but, as a woman, she had to go to Paris to paint nudes. Now, after a sensational acquisition, this leading light of the Glasgow Girls is finally getting her day in the sun

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2024

Chinese swimmers set for twice as many doping tests at Paris Olympics

World Aquatics says move is meant to restore trust after Chinese athletes who tested positive for a banned substance were allowed to take part in Tokyo Olympics

International Business Times · Jul 16, 2024

Paris Mayor To Swim In Seine Ahead Of Olympics

The mayor of the French capital Anne Hidalgo is set to take a long-awaited dip in the Seine on Wednesday to demonstrate the river is clean enough to host the outdoor swimming events at the Paris Olympics, her office said.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 16, 2024

Kenny Bednarek: 5 facts about the Team USA track and field star aiming for his first Olympic gold

Kenny Bednarek is looking for his first Olympic gold at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

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Top News · Jul 16, 2024

French Soldier Stabbed In Paris Ahead Of Olympics

French soldier stabbed in Paris days before 2024 Olympics, attacker in custody. High security alert in the city.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 16, 2024

Fashion designer Hawa Sangaré carries Olympic torch as Paris 2024 merges sports and arts

France's 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, commencing 26 July, embrace more than athletic prowess. The event is also a stage for designers, artists, and artisans to showcase their talents. Paris welcomed the Olympic flame on 14 July, with Hawa Sangaré, a socially conscious fashion designer and entrepreneur, among the honored…

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2024

Man who stabbed a French soldier patrolling Paris ahead of Olympics is taken to psychiatric hospital

French prosecutors say the man who stabbed a French soldier on foot patrol outside a big train station in Paris has been taken to a psychiatric hospital

France 24 · Jul 16, 2024

French PM Attal resigns but will remain in caretaker role amid political deadlock

French President Emmanuel Macron accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Gabriel Attal on Tuesday, the presidential office said, adding that Attal will lead a caretaker government with restricted powers until a new government is named. The leftist New Popular Front alliance has still not managed to name a consensus candidate…

Evening Standard · Jul 16, 2024

Nice: is this the coolest city in the south of France?

There’s a lot to keep an eye on in this part of Le Sud, so here’s our guide on what to do, where to eat and the coolest hotel to stay at in the hottest city of the summer

Al Jazeera · Jul 16, 2024

Boxer Nikhat Zareen fighting for first Indian Olympics gold at Paris 2024

Double world champion Nikhat Zareen might be India’s best chance for a first-ever Olympics boxing gold.

France 24 · Jul 16, 2024

Revisiting host Olympic cities: Los Angeles, a profitable legacy (2/5)

In the lead-up to the Olympics here in Paris, we continue our series on the long-term impacts of the Games on host cities. We head to California, where Los Angeles was the only city vying to host the 1984 Olympics after Tehran withdrew. The mood heading into the Games had…

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