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

Shoko Miyata has been sent home before the Paris Olympics for smoking, in violation of Japan Gymnastics Association rules.

Japanese gymnast set to miss Olympics for smoking

NBC News

Shoko Miyata, the 19-year-old captain of the Japan women’s artistic gymnastics team, has withdrawn from the squad for the Paris Games after violating the team’s code of conduct by smoking, the Japanese Gymnastics Association said on Friday. JGA officials said Miyata arrived in Japan on Thursday after leaving...

Japan women’s gymnastics captain out of Paris Games for smoking

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

Cal Bears On SI

Odd situation prevents former Cal swimmer Osman from competing in her fourth Olympics for Egypt

Swimmer Farida Osman Thought She Was Going to Olympics, But She Won’t

ComingSoon

Disclaimer: This article contains a brief mention of sexual harassment. Reader discretion is advised. Simone Biles is one of the greatest gymnasts of this generation. She has won several medals in her career and continues to give stellar performances. Netflix’s latest documentary, Simone Biles Rising, chronicles her journey as an athlete and how she became […]
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Simone Biles Olympics: How Many Medals Does the Gymnast Have?

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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

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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

The Associated Press

SYDNEY (AP) — The Australian Olympic Committee says former high-ranking IOC member and Australian Olympian Kevan Gosper has died aged 90. The AOC said in a statement that Gosper died Friday after a short illness. Gosper won an Olympic silver medal on Australia’s 4-x-400-meter track relay team at the...

Former Australian IOC official and Olympian Kevan Gosper dies aged 90

In the build-up to the opening of the 30th summer Olympics on Friday, 26 July, BBC Sport takes a look at the rising stars and future champions set to shine in the French capital. Phoebe Gill (Great Britain) - athletics. At the age of 17, Phoebe Gill is set to...

The young stars to follow at the Paris Olympics

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

The France vs. Team US Olympic Soccer game is guaranteed to be an exciting affair given that both teams are packed with young and talented players. Judging by the betting odds, France is more likely to win. In fact, this team is the No. 1 favorite to win Gold. However,...

France vs. Team US Olympic Soccer Odds, Time, and Prediction

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

Stadium Rant

The 2024 Summer Olympics are just a week away, and it is a super exciting time. Whether this event takes place in the Summer or Winter,...

Who Qualified For USA In Archery (2024 Olympics)

The last Diamond League meet before the Paris Games features an Olympic appetizer in the men’s 100m, where all three 2023 World Championships medalists are entered. American Noah Lyles, Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo and Brit Zharnel Hughes headline the field in London on Saturday, live on Peacock from 9-11 a.m. ET.

Noah Lyles set for 100m showdown at London Diamond League as Olympics near

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

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CBS Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A Pittsburgher is going to the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. Calahan Young is one of six athletes chosen to represent Team USA on the men's goalball team. He was also part of the Tokyo 2020 team.Goalball is one of two Paralympic sports that don't have an Olympic counterpart. The sport is designed for people who are blind or visually impaired. Described by the Olympics as an "intense sport," it's played in complete silence so players can hear the ball, which has bells inside.Calahan is on the roster along with Tre'Shaun Faison, Christian King, Tyler Merren, Matt Simpson...

Pittsburgher competing in Paris Paralympic Games

Las Vegas, NV

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – Locals and tourists gathered on the Las Vegas Strip on Tuesday night to watch the iconic Mirage Volcano erupt for the last time before the resort closes. “It’s unbelievably different from anything you could possibly see anywhere on earth unless you are from Hawaii,” Las Vegas local John Davidson said.

Las Vegas locals, tourists gather to watch The Mirage Volcano erupt one last time

It’s easy to let the comedown from Olympic Trials around the world and the anticipation of those Paris entry lists lull you into a false sense of security that the Olympic table was fully set the second the last fan left Hayward Field. But with the Diamond League plowing ahead at full steam and athletes flexing their “I actually have started speedwork” fitness, there’s plenty of action to fuel speculation and keep the guys who set DraftKings odds busy.

Rethinking Paris Medal Contenders After The Monaco Diamond League

India had produced its best performance at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020, where they won a historic seven medals, their highest in the games' history. With this success, there has been a slow but gradual shift in India's mindset, a country where athletes apart from cricketers, have largely gone under-appreciated.

Nikhat Zareen to Lakshya Sen - Five Indian Olympic debutants to watch out for at 2024 Paris Games

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Japanese Gymnast Shoko Miyata Sent Home From Olympics for Smoking, per Report

The 19-year-old won Japan's all-around national title in April. A little over a week before the Olympics get underway in Paris, Japan's gymnastics squad has reportedly...

Japanese Gymnast Shoko Miyata Sent Home From Olympics for Smoking, per Report

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