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The Independent

Few athletes will be under as much scrutiny at the Paris Olympics as the swimmers from China.Revelations that nearly two dozen elite Chinese swimmers tested positive for a banned substance ahead of the Tokyo Games — and were allowed to compete with no ramifications — have raised major concerns from the rest of the world about the seriousness of anti-doping efforts in a sport that has endured its share of scandals over the decades.From the East German's systematic, state-sponsored program of the 1970s and ‘80s to a previous Chinese doping ring in the 1990s to questions over one-and-done Irish star...

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

New York Post

If there were an Olympic medal for sheer will to play, there would be a clear winner.

On Wednesday, Australian field hockey player Matthew Dawson revealed that he chose to have the top of his ring finger amputated so that he could suit up in the 2024 Olympics from Paris.

Dawson had broken the finger during pre-Olympic competition and wanted to ensure that the injury and its associated healing process didn’t hold him out of international play.



“I made an informed decision with the plastic surgeon at the time, not only for the opportunity to play in Paris but for life after as...

Field hockey player Matthew Dawson amputates finger to play in 2024 Olympics

Sports Illustrated

With 329 events across 39 sports, there will be plenty to take in over 19 days. Here's what to look out for.

Paris Olympics Day-by-Day Viewers Guide

No men were chosen among the 96 athletes nominated by 18 nations to compete in artistic (synchronized) swimming at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the first time where men were eligible to compete. American Bill May, 45, and Italian Giorgio Minisini, 28, were the two most likely candidates to be...

No Men Chosen for Artistic (Synchronized) Swimming at the Paris Olympics

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Emily Standley Allard

Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

From a 1920s American heartthrob swimmer to the famous Black Power podium salute, here are stunning images from new book The Last Heroes that capture the most tense and historic Olympic moments. When the Olympic torches are lit in Paris on 26 July, the 206 participating countries will continue an...

10 iconic images of the most historic moments at the Olympic Games

LCM (50 meters) Athletes from around the world are putting the final touches on their preparations just days away from the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. The 44-strong Australian swimming squad is wrapping up their staging camp in Chartres, about 98 km/60 miles outside the...

Australian 2024 Olympic Staging Camp Photo Vault

For the first time in Olympic history, track and field gold medalists will receive prize money at the Paris Olympics this summer. CNBC reported that World Athletics President Sebastian Coe has announced that each gold medalist will be awarded $50,000, a move he defended as consistent with the sport's financial dynamics.

Olympic Gold Medalists to Receive $50,000 Prize Money for the First Time

The Associated Press

ROME (AP) — With no men picked to compete in artistic swimming at the Paris Olympics, where they are eligible for the first time, a former world champion is ending his career this week. At the Italian national championships, four-time worlds gold medalist Giorgio Minisini said he is competing...

After no men picked for Olympics 2024 in artistic swimming, Italy’s Minisini says he’s ending career

LCM (50 meters) Swimming action at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games is just days away and the nation of South Korea is primed to make potential history in La Défense Arena. Key members of the Olympic squad spoke to the media before departing for Paris, including 400m free...

World Champions Kim Woomin, Hwang Sunwoo Eye Korean History In Paris

The US Sun

LEON Marchand is seen by many as the natural successor to GOAT Micheal Phelps after obliterating his world record in 2023. Here's everything you need to know about the hottest swimmer on the planet right now — who's competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Who is Leon Marchand?. Leon...

Meet Leon Marchand: Swimmer that took Michael Phelps’ world record and chasing superstardom at Paris 2024 Olympics

31-year-old Mitch Larkin, Australian Olympic silver medalist from the 2016 Games in Rio, reveals he has hung up his racing goggles. Archive photo via Jack Spitser/Spitser Photography. With the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games nearly upon us, a past Australian medalist has revealed his retirement from competitive swimming.

Olympic Medalist Mitch Larkin Of Australia Announces Retirement

Swim parachutes, also known as drag chutes, are a tool for resisted swim training. Here’s a look at how a chute can help improve your swim performance. Swim parachutes, also known as drag chutes, are a tool for resisted swim training. Here’s a look at how a chute can help improve your swim performance.

How Swim Parachutes Can Help You Swim Faster

Japan women's artistic gymnastics captain Shoko Miyata is set to be sent home from the Olympic Games after allegedly breaking a smoking ban, the country's Kyodo news agency has reported., external. An investigation by the Japan Gymnastics Association (JGA) will be carried out which leaves Miyata's participation at the Paris...

Japan gymnast 'set to miss Olympics for smoking'

Reuters

(Reuters) - Australia's Olympic swimming head coach Rohan Taylor has praised the United States team as the "standard of the sport" in a bid to ease tensions following a media campaign which hyped up the nations' rivalry in the leadup to the Paris Games.

Swimming-Australia launches Olympic charm offensive after poking U.S. bear

ESPN

Team USA defeated Serbia with Stephen Curry putting on a clinic in Abu Dhabi as both teams gear up for Paris 2024.

Team USA vs. Serbia: Live score, updates from Olympics tuneup

Olympic anticipation is building, with less than two weeks until action gets underway at Paris 2024. Tennis at Roland Garros promises to be a must-watch, with some of the biggest stars in tennis – and sport in general – battling it out for gold on Phillipe Chatrier. Several...

The 7 countries to win multiple tennis Olympic Gold medals in Open Era: USA out in front

CBS Sports

Jon Eimer has just released his best bets and picks for the the 2024 Summer Olympics men's soccer tournament

2024 Olympics men's soccer futures odds, best bets: Proven expert reveals picks to win, teams to avoid

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2024 Olympic Previews: The Sky’s the Limit in 400 IM for Marchand, but Battle Brews for 3rd

LCM (50 meters) World Record: 4:02.50 – Leon Marchand, France (2023) World Junior Record: 4:10.02 – Ilya Borodin, Russia (2021) Olympic Record: 4:03.84 – Michael Phelps,...

2024 Olympic Previews: The Sky’s the Limit in 400 IM for Marchand, but Battle Brews for 3rd

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