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soranews24.comJapan Bans Photos at Beach Volleyball Events After Reports of Malicious Images
Japan has prohibited photography at beach volleyball competitions following reports of unauthorized infrared images taken during the 2024 Paris Olympics. The women's team wore uniforms designed to block such images.
tass.comIOC President Kirsty Coventry Comments on Athlete Payments at Olympics
IOC President Kirsty Coventry stated that athletes should not receive payment for competing at the Olympic Games. The remarks drew criticism from current and former Olympians on social media.
usmagazine.comAaron Rodgers to Donate to USA Football for Women's Flag Team
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers will contribute funds to USA Football to back the U.S. Women's National Flag Football Team ahead of the sport's first Olympic appearance.
sportsnet.caMichael Phelps Discusses Mental Health Awareness Efforts
Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps spoke about his personal experience with mental health challenges. The interview covered his foundation's work promoting awareness and healthy living.
japantimes.co.jpJapanese Government Considers People's Honor Award for Speedskater Miho Takagi
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has directed officials to evaluate whether to give the award to Miho Takagi. Takagi retired in March after winning 10 Olympic medals.
jpost.comBerlin Parliament Approves Bid to Host 2036 Olympics
Berlin's state parliament voted to pursue an Olympic hosting bid timed near the 100th anniversary of the 1936 Games. The proposal relies on existing venues and projects a net profit of approximately 420 million euros.
nypost.comRyan Lochte Accepts Assistant Coaching Position at Missouri State
Ryan Lochte has taken an assistant coaching job with the Missouri State swim program. His estranged wife has expressed concerns about the arrangement affecting their children.
usatoday.comOlympic 100m Champion Noah Lyles to Race Australian Teen Gout Gout Over 150m
Noah Lyles said he was energised by Gout Gout's youthful spirit after the Australian teenager's recent performances. The Olympic 100m champion will face Gout Gout in a 150m race next month. Lyles made the comments on Saturday.
nbcnews.comAnna Leigh Waters Ranked No. 1 in Pickleball Singles Doubles and Mixed Doubles
At 19, Anna Leigh Waters holds the top ranking in women's singles, doubles and mixed doubles. She turned professional at age 12 after starting the sport at 10 with her family. Waters has won a record 194 career gold medals and 44 triple crowns on the Professional Pickleball Assoc…
japantimes.co.jpAustralian Teen Sprinter Breaks Usain Bolt Record in 200 Meters
An 18-year-old Australian athlete ran 19.67 seconds in the 200-meter dash last month, becoming the fastest teenager in history and surpassing a mark set by Usain Bolt in 2003. The performance follows an earlier national record of 20.04 seconds set at the Australian high school ch…
ForbesAmber Glenn Discusses Mental Health After 2026 Olympics
Figure skater Amber Glenn won Olympic gold in the team event at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Games. She described the mental challenges she faced during competition, including a short program error and online harassment. Glenn also detailed her partnership with CorePower Yoga for Menta…
nypost.comLindsey Vonn and Matthieu Bailet Spotted Together in New York City
Olympic alpine skiers Lindsey Vonn and Matthieu Bailet were seen having lunch and riding the subway in New York City's Soho neighborhood on Thursday. Vonn, 41, is recovering from a crash at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The pair follow each other on Instagram and have liked…
thesouthafrican.comSerbia Water Polo Coach Resigns and Players Boycott National Team
Serbia’s men’s water polo head coach has resigned and 11 members of the European gold medal-winning squad have withdrawn from the national team. The action follows comments by the newly appointed federation president that the players said discredited their achievements.
nypost.comOlympic Pole Vaulter Alysha Newman Receives Tryout for Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show After Suspension
Canadian pole vaulter Alysha Newman, who won bronze at the 2024 Olympics, was invited to a casting call for the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026 days after receiving a 20-month suspension for missing drug tests. Newman shared the invitation and images from a pink bikini photos…
nypost.comRomanian Gymnast Suspended for Doping Violation While Appealing Olympic Bronze Medal
Ana Maria Barbosu received a provisional suspension after missing three drug tests in a 12-month period. The 19-year-old is appealing the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport and remains in a separate legal dispute with Jordan Chiles over the 2024 Paris Olympics floor e…