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Paris inaugurates giant water storage basin to clean up the River Seine for Olympic swimming

French officials inaugurated on Thursday a huge storage basin meant to keep cleaner the River Seine, which is to be the venue for marathon swimming at the Paris Games and the swimming leg of the Olympic and Paralympic triathlons
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The Austerlitz wastewater and rainwater storage basin, which is intended to make the Seine river swimmable during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, is seen during its inauguration Thursday, May 2, 2024 in Paris. The works underground next to Paris' Austerlitz train station are part of a 1.5 billion euro effort to clean up the Seine so it can host marathon swimming and triathlon events at the July 26-Aug 11 Summer Games and be opened to the general public for swimming from 2025. (Stephane de Sakutin, Pool via AP)
April 25, 2024 at 12:28 PM

Olympic figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi honored with Barbie doll

Barbie's latest doll celebrates Kristi Yamaguchi's 1992 Olympics Gold Medal moment and AAPI Heritage Month.
April 25, 2024 at 12:28 PM
Mattel has launched a Barbie doll celebrating Kristi Yamaguchi.
April 23, 2024 at 3:58 PM

Police clear out migrant camp in Paris. Activists say it's a pre-Olympics sweep

French police have evicted migrants from a makeshift camp in Paris a few steps away from the Seine River
April 23, 2024 at 3:58 PM
Activists help migrants to pack their belongings in a makeshift camp, early Tuesday, April 23, 2024 in Paris. French police officers have evicted migrants from a makeshift camp in Paris a few steps away from the Seine River, as similar operations have been carried out by authorities ahead of the Olympics. (AP Photo/Nicolas Garriga)
April 20, 2024 at 11:57 PM

23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for banned substance before Olympics: WADA

The World Anti-Doping Agency confirmed that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for trimetazidine months before the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
April 20, 2024 at 11:57 PM
The World Anti-Doping Agency confirmed that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for trimetazidine months before the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
April 20, 2024 at 9:39 PM

23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for banned substance before 2021 Olympics: WADA

The World Anti-Doping Agency confirmed that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for trimetazidine months before the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
April 20, 2024 at 9:39 PM
In this Aug. 5, 2008, file photo, the Olympic flag and the Chinese national flag fly outside the National Stadium in Beijing.
April 19, 2024 at 8:30 PM

Olympic organizers unveil strategy for using artificial intelligence in sports

Olympic organizers have unveiled their plans to use artificial intelligence in sports, joining the global rush to capitalize on the rapidly advancing technology
April 19, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Thomas Bach, IOC President speaks at the International Olympic Committee launch of the Olympic AI Agenda at Lee Valley VeloPark, in London, Friday, April 19, 2024. The IOC will be presenting the envisioned impact that artificial intelligence can deliver for sport, and how the IOC intends to lead on the global implementation of AI within sport. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
April 18, 2024 at 5:02 PM

Break dancer set to make Olympic debut in Paris

Victor Montalvo, also known as “Bboy Victor,” is the highest-ranked American male break dancer in the world as the sport makes its debut at the Paris Olympics.
April 18, 2024 at 5:02 PM
VIDEO: Break dancer set to make Olympic debut in Paris
April 18, 2024 at 4:53 PM

Simone Biles opens up about mental health battle

Biles talked on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast about her decision to remove herself from the women’s gymnastics all-around final at the Tokyo Summer Olympics in 2021 after experiencing the “twisties.”
April 18, 2024 at 4:53 PM
VIDEO: Simone Biles opens up about mental health battle
April 18, 2024 at 3:26 PM

Paris Olympics opening ceremony on river Seine will last nearly 4 hours

With sunset and moonlight gleaming on the river, the grandiose opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics will last nearly four hours
April 18, 2024 at 3:26 PM
Constructions are under way at the Trocadero gardens, Sunday, April 14, 2024 in Paris. The Trocadero will host road cycling and some athletic competitions at the Paris 2024 Olympic but will also the place for athletes to celebrate the Games. (AP Photo/Aurelien Morissard, File)
April 16, 2024 at 6:53 PM

Nike's Olympic women's track uniforms criticized by athletes over sexism concerns

The Nike design included a unitard with a high-cut bikini line.
April 16, 2024 at 6:53 PM
Nike athletes gave a first look at the 2024 national and federation kits at Nike On Air, an immersive experience in Paris.
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Olympic skating 101

ABC News’ Will Ganss has everything you need to know about the coolest sport on ice.
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VIDEO:  Olympic skating 101
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Gymnast Fred Richard talks preparations for 2024 Olympics

The viral teen gymnast discusses his aspirations after his historic wins and rise in popularity on social media.
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VIDEO: Gymnast Fred Richard talks preparations for 2024 Olympics
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Russian figure skater disqualified 2 years after Winter 2022 Olympics

The 2022 U.S. Olympic figure skating team has officially become a gold medal winning team after the Russian teen skater was disqualified.
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VIDEO: Russian figure skater disqualified 2 years after Winter 2022 Olympics
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US figure skating team to receive 1st gold medal following Russia disqualification

Despite Russia's disqualification, they will still receive the bronze medal following the IOC ruling.
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VIDEO: US figure skating team to receive first gold medal following Russia's disqualification
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Kamila Valieva timeline: From failed drug test to stripped Olympic gold medal

The 15-year-old sensation was expected to win gold in women's singles.
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Kamila Valieva, of the Russian Olympic Committee, trains at the 2022 Winter Olympics, Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022, in Beijing.
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2022 US Olympic figure skating team awarded gold medal

The announcement came after Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva was officially disqualified for doping by the International Olympic Committee.
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VIDEO: 2022 US Olympic figure skating team awarded gold medal
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US to receive gold medals in wake of figure skater Valieva's Olympic DQ

The International Olympic Committee’s decision comes after a Russian athlete’s doping scandal rocked the 2022 Beijing Games. ABC News’ Lionel Moise reports.
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VIDEO:  US strikes gold in figure skating
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Mary Lou Retton suffers 'scary setback' in ICU, daughter says

The gold medal-winning gymnast and mom of four is 55 years old.
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In this Oct. 1, 2018 file photo Mary Lou Retton on the red carpet for "Dancing with the Stars."
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Anthony Nesty makes history as head coach for US men's swim team at Paris Olympics

The Suriname native, who also serves as head coach of the University of Florida's men's and women's swim teams, is the first Black head coach in U.S. Olympic swim history.
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VIDEO: Anthony Nesty makes history as head coach for US men's swim team at Paris Olympics
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Olympic idol Mary Lou Retton making ‘remarkable’ progress in health battle

The Olympian’s daughter reported that she is responding successfully to treatment of the rare form of pneumonia she is battling.
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VIDEO: Olympic idol Mary Lou Retton making ‘remarkable’ progress in health battle
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Olympian Mary Lou Retton battles rare form of pneumonia

The 1984 gold medalist’s daughter says she’s fighting for her life in the intensive care unit with a very rare form of pneumonia.
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VIDEO: Olympian Mary Lou Retton battles rare form of pneumonia
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Paris battles bedbugs ahead of 2024 Summer Olympics

Bedbugs are not new to Paris, but the issue has become widely publicized in recent weeks as the French capital prepares to host the 2024 Summer Olympics.
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The Olympic rings display outside Paris city hall in Paris, Sept. 7, 2023.
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Simone Biles returns to world stage with historic vault

Simone Biles, 26, made history landing a vault double pike, which will now be named the Biles two.
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Simone Biles performs her new vault, the 'Biles II,' during Women's Qualifications on Day Two of the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, Oct. 1, 2023 in Antwerp, Belgium.
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Simone Biles hints at Olympic return

The champion gymnast said Olympic competition would be a "a path I would love to go."
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VIDEO: Simone Biles hints at Olympic return
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Simone Biles makes gymnastics history as 8-time US national all-around champion

Gymnast Simone Biles made history with her eighth U.S. all-around title and became the oldest woman ever to win the all-around.
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Simone Biles celebrates after placing first in the floor exercise competition on day four of the 2023 U.S. Gymnastics Championships at SAP Center, Aug. 27, 2023 in San Jose, Calif.
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Simone Biles makes triumphant comeback in 1st competition since Tokyo Olympics

The seven-time Olympic medalist and 2016 Olympic individual all-around champion placed first at the U.S. Classic, held in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
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VIDEO: Simone Biles makes triumphant comeback in 1st competition since Tokyo Olympics
9 months ago

Katie Ledecky passes Michael Phelps for most individual world swimming titles

Katie Ledecky won the women's 800-meter freestyle to retain her title and surpass Michael Phelps with a record 16th individual gold at the world championships.
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Gold medallist USA's Katie Ledecky attends the medals ceremony for the women's 1500m freestyle swimming event during the World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka on July 25, 2023.
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Gymnast Gabby Douglas confirms she's returning to compete in 2024

Douglas was the first African American to take home Olympics individual all-around gymnastics gold.
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In this Aug. 2, 2012, file photo, Gabrielle Douglas of the United States celebrates after winning the gold medal in the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Individual All-Around final on Day 6 of the 2012 Olympic Games in London.
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Simone Biles set to return to competition for 1st time since Tokyo Olympics

Biles missed much of the Tokyo Games as she dealt with mental health issues.
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U.S. gymnast Simone Biles poses with her bronze medal for the artistic gymnastics women's balance beam apparatus at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, in Tokyo.
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French officials looking into possible misuse of public funds for Paris Olympics

The Olympic committee said it is cooperating fully with investigator. The search of the office is complete.
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VIDEO: French officials looking into possible misuse of public funds for Paris Olympics
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Corruption allegations amid police raid of 2024 Paris Olympics offices

French police raided the offices of the Paris Olympics organizing committee and the public company overseeing construction projects for the games.
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VIDEO: Corruption allegations amid police raid of 2024 Paris Olympics offices
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Paris Olympic HQ raided in corruption probe

France's National Financial Prosecutor's Office said it is looking into allegations of embezzlement of public funds and other serious crimes.
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VIDEO: Paris Olympic HQ raided in corruption probe
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Paris Olympics offices searched by police

Police raided the offices associated with organizers of the Paris 2024 Olympics on Tuesday as part of two financial investigations, French officials said.
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VIDEO: Paris Olympics offices searched by police
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Investigators search headquarters of the Paris Olympics

French officials tell ABC News the search is part of an investigation into alleged corruption and embezzlement of public funds.
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VIDEO: Investigators search headquarters of the Paris Olympics
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Paris Olympics offices searched by police amid financial probe, French officials say

Police in Paris searched the Paris 2024 Olympics headquarters on Tuesday.
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This photograph taken on June 7, 2023, shows the Olympic Games logo inside the Aquatic Olympic Centre in Saint-Denis, northern suburbs of Paris.
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Meet the inspiring US athletes in Berlin for the Special Olympics World Games

Tim Shriver and Loretta Claiborne join Robin Roberts in Berlin ahead of the opening ceremonies for the Special Olympics World Games.
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Mark Solomeyer, vice president and athlete spokesman for Special Olympics Germany, holds three medals at the kick-off press conference for the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 on June 16, 2023.
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Robin Roberts previews Special Olympics in Berlin

The “Good Morning America” co-host spotlights some of the athletes who are in Berlin for the games.
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VIDEO: Robin Roberts previews Special Olympics in Berlin
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Meet the American Special Olympics athletes in Berlin

“GMA” co-anchor Robin Roberts is in Berlin for the Special Olympics and speaks with organization officials Tim Shriver and Loretta Claiborne about this year's games.
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VIDEO: Meet the American Special Olympics athletes in Berlin
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After winning Olympic gold, 3 teammates die or nearly die in childbirth

Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie suffered eclampsia, according to an autopsy report.
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From left, Tori Bowie, Tianna Bartoletta, Allyson Felix and English Gardner of the United States celebrate winning gold in the Women's 4 x 100m Relay Final on Day 14 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Aug. 19, 2016, in Rio de Janeiro.
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US Olympic athlete who competed in 2022 Beijing Games dies in motorcycle accident

A 24-year-old United States Olympic athlete who competed in the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games has died after being involved in a motorcycle accident, police say.
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FILE - Patrick Gasienica, of the United States, soars through the air during the men's normal hill individual ski jumping trial round at the 2022 Winter Olympics, Sunday, Feb. 6, 2022, in Zhangjiakou, China. Gasienica died after being involved in a motorcycle accident on Monday night, June 12, 2023, in the village of Bull Valley, located in Chicago’s far northwestern suburbs, according to the Bull Valley Police Department. He was 24.
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Tori Bowie, Olympic sprinter, dies at 32

Tori Bowie, an Olympic sprinter from Mississippi, died at the age of 32, according to her management company.
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VIDEO: Tori Bowie, Olympic sprinter, dies at 32
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Olympian Allyson Felix advocates for mothers on and off the field

Allyson Felix, the most decorated Track and Field Olympian in U.S. history, is getting a collegiate field named after her. ABC News' Melissa Adan reports on Felix's impact on and off the field.
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VIDEO: Olympian Allyson Felix advocates for mothers on and off the field
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As 2024 Paris Olympics ticketing begins, some buyers raise concerns

As 2024 Paris Olympics ticketing begins, some buyers raise concerns.
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In this file photo, Olympic rings to celebrate the IOC official announcement that Paris won the 2024 Olympic bid are seen in front of the Eiffel Tower at the Trocadero square in Paris, France, Sep. 16, 2017.
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Olympian Tommie Smith discusses new book, 'Victory. Stand!'

Gold medalist Tommie Smith reflects on protesting at the 1968 Olympic Games and more in his new graphic novel memoir, "Victory. Stand! Raising My Fist for Justice."
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VIDEO: Olympian Tommie Smith discusses new book, 'Victory. Stand!'
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Suni Lee to end college gymnastics career, sets sights on 2024 Olympics

Olympian Sunisa Lee announced she is ending her college gymnastics career and returning to professional gymnastics.
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Sunisa Lee of Team United States during the Women's Balance Beam Final at the 2020 Olympic Games, Aug. 3, 2020, in Tokyo.
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Russia sent warning to resolve doping case for Olympic ice skater

The World Anti-Doping Agency has sent a warning to Russia to resolve the ongoing doping case for teenage ice skater Kamila Valieva.
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Russia's figure skater Kamila Valieva brandishes a blue heart pillow as she reacts after competing in the women's short program during the Russian Grand Prix of Figure Skating at the Megasport Arena in Moscow, Oct. 22, 2022.
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Olympian Tommie Smith on new memoir: ‘It was necessary to share the story’

ABC News Linsey Davis spoke with Olympian and civil rights activist Tommie Smith about his new graphic novel memoir, “Victory. Stand! Raising My Fist for Justice.”
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VIDEO: Olympian Tommie Smith on new memoir: ‘It was necessary to share the story’
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Meet the swim club and the Olympian trying to close the racial gap in swimming

Black Americans drown at a rate 50% higher than white Americans, according to the CDC. The Nile Swim Club is trying to undo that statistic, teaching hundreds of Black kids to swim and get in pools.
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VIDEO:  Meet the swim club and the Olympian trying to close the racial gap in swimming
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Allyson Felix runs last race of history-making career with daughter by her side

Felix, an Olympic gold medalist, is set to retire from running in August. She earned a bronze medal at the 2022 World Athletics Championships on Friday.
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Allyson Felix celebrates after the Mixed 4x400 Metres Relay on July 15, 2022.
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US Olympian regains Olympic winning-title

After winning two Gold medals in the 1912 Olympics, Jim Thorpe was stripped of them after being in violation of the Olympics’ strict amateur rules, but his medals have now been reinstated.
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VIDEO: US Olympian regains Olympic winning-title