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March 20, 2025 at 5:11 PM

Kirsty Coventry elected president of the International Olympic Committee

Kirsty Coventry has been elected president of the International Olympic Committee
March 20, 2025 at 5:11 PM
FILE - Zimbabwe's Kirsty Coventry reacts after setting a new world record in the women's 100-meter backstroke semi-finals during the swimming competitions in the National Aquatics Center at the Beijing 2008 Olympics in Beijing, Monday, Aug. 11, 2008. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
March 20, 2025 at 12:19 PM

Get to know Washington Spirit's Trinity Rodman as NWSL season begins

Here’s what to know about soccer star Trinity Rodman, who is a forward for the Washington Spirit.
March 20, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Trinity Rodman #2 of Washington Spirit kicks the ball in the second half during the NWSL match between Houston Dash and Washington Spirit at Shell Energy Stadium, March 14, 2025, in Houston, Texas.
March 20, 2025 at 9:15 AM

LA Olympics head says 2028 games will be a catalyst for rebuild

After deadly fires that devastated much of Los Angeles organizers of the 2028 Olympics tell the IOC how the city will rebuild with help from the games
March 20, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Casey Wasserman, chairman of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics organizing committee, speaks during the 144th International Olympic Committee session, which will elect the new IOC President, in Costa Navarino, western Greece, Thursday, March 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)
March 17, 2025 at 1:18 PM

IOC board puts boxing back on the Olympic program for LA in 2028

Boxing is set to be on the program for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles after years of disputes over how the sport is run
March 17, 2025 at 1:18 PM
International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach speaks during a press conference, ahead of the 144th session which will elect the new IOC President, in Costa Navarino, southwestern Greece, Monday, March 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)
March 12, 2025 at 1:06 PM

Cheating scandal shocks ski jumping, topples Olympic champions

Sign stealing in baseball
March 12, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Marius Lindvik, of Norway, celebrates after winning the gold medal in the ski jumping men's normal hill HS102 event at the Nordic World Ski Championships in Trondheim, Norway, Sunday, March 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader)
March 4, 2025 at 9:21 PM

Jordan Chiles talks new memoir, latest on Paris Olympics bronze medal controversy

Gymnast Jordan Chiles discussed her new memoir "I'm That Girl: Living the Power of My Dreams," on "GMA" and addressed the Paris Olympics medal controversy.
March 4, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Jordan Chiles of Team United States competes in the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Floor Exercise Final on day ten of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena, Aug. 5, 2024, in Paris.
March 4, 2025 at 8:30 PM

Jordan Chiles answers fan questions backstage at 'GMA'

The Olympic gold medalist has us doing backflips over her new memoir.
March 4, 2025 at 8:30 PM
VIDEO: Jordan Chiles answers fan questions backstage at 'GMA'
March 4, 2025 at 6:15 PM

Jordan Chiles speaks out on new memoir, Olympics controversy

The gymnast speaks to Michael Strahan live on “Good Morning America” about her new book, “I’m That Girl.”
March 4, 2025 at 6:15 PM
VIDEO: Jordan Chiles speaks out on new memoir, Olympics controversy
2 months ago

Remembering Olympic figure skater Dick Button

Button, an accomplished men’s figure skater, died at 95. He was a two-time Olympic gold medalist, five-time world champion and Emmy-winning analyst.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Remembering Olympic figure skater Dick Button
2 months ago

Olympic gold medalist on devastating losses in the U.S. figure skating community

Olympic Gold Medalist Brian Boitano discusses how the skating community is lifting up grieving families who lost loved ones in the American Airlines plane crash in D.C.
2 months ago
Olympic gold medalist on devastating losses in the U.S. figure skating community
2 months ago

Michael Phelps is a dad of 4: What to know about his family

Olympian Michael Phelps and his wife Nicole Phelps welcomed their fourth child in January 2024.
2 months ago
Michael Phelps shares photos of wife Nicole Phelps and son Nico at 2024 Paris Olympics on his Instagram.
3 months ago

New video shows the arrest of Olympic sprinter Fred Kerley in Miami Beach

New bodycam footage shows U.S. sprinter Fred Kerley being arrested in Miami Beach, Florida.
3 months ago
VIDEO: New video shows the arrest of Olympic sprinter Fred Kerley in Miami Beach
3 months ago

What to know about Simone Biles' parents, siblings and husband Jonathan Owens

Get to know gymnast Simone Biles, who was adopted by her grandparents at the age of 6, and her family.
3 months ago
Simone Biles (2nd L), her father Ron Biles (L), mother Nellie Biles (2nd R) and sister Adria Biles arrive for Netflix's "Simone Biles Rising: Part 2" premiere at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood, Oct. 23, 2024, in Hollywood, Calif.
3 months ago

Simone Biles named SI’s Sportsperson of the Year

The American gymnast was announced as this year’s recipient of the prestigious honor after taking home multiple medals at the Paris Olympics.
3 months ago
Simone Biles named SI’s Sportsperson of the Year
3 months ago

Simone Biles named Sports Illustrated 2024 Sportsperson of the Year

Biles took home four new medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
3 months ago
Simone Biles of Team United States in action Artistic Gymnastics Women's Floor Exercise Final on day ten of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at the Bercy Arena on August 5, 2024 in Paris, France.
3 months ago

Adventures in Paris for the 2024 Olympics

"GMA" reflects on an unforgettable adventure in one of the world's most iconic cities, exploring legendary French landmarks.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Adventures in Paris for the 2024 Olympics
3 months ago

Olympic snowboarder Sophie Hediger dies in avalanche at 26

Sophie Hediger, 26, got caught in an avalanche at the mountain resort of Arosa in Switzerland on Monday, the Swiss-Ski federation said.
3 months ago
Sophie Hediger takes 2nd place during the FIS Snowboard Cross World Cup Men's and Women's Snowboard Cross on January 26, 2024 in St Moritz, Switzerland.
4 months ago

Ilona Maher makes big move after ‘Dancing with the Stars’ finale

Women's rugby star Ilona Maher, 28, will join England's Bristol Bears rugby club on a three-month contract.
4 months ago
Ilona Maher of the United States Women's National Team runs with the ball during a women's quarter final match against Great Britain at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, July 29, 2024.
4 months ago

2 Olympians, 1 Bachelor advance to 'Dancing With the Stars' finale

Five couples will compete on the final night of "DWTS" on Nov. 26.
4 months ago
In this season's penultimate episode, each of the five couples will take the stage to showcase two all-new performances as they fight for a spot in the finale of "Dancing With The Stars."
4 months ago

Jordan Chiles makes her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit debut

The gymnast is joined by other athletes in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit's upcoming issue.
4 months ago
Jordan Chiles joined other athletes in her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit debut for the magazine's upcoming issue.
4 months ago

Raygun gives surprise breakdance performance at Tones And I concert in Australia

The viral Olympic breakdancer who got shamed for her performance in the 2024 Paris games had just announced she will no longer compete professionally a week prior.
4 months ago
The viral Olympic breakdancer who got shamed for her performance in the 2024 Paris games had just announced she will no longer compete professionally a week prior.
4 months ago

Viral breakdancer Raygun returns to spotlight in surprise concert appearance

Australian Olympian Raygun, who went viral for her breaking at the 2024 Paris Games, made a surprise appearance at Tones and I's Melbourne Nov. 9 concert.
4 months ago
Rachael Gunn "Raygun" of Australia in action at the Paris 2024 Olympics on Aug. 9, 2024.
5 months ago

Viral breakdancer Raygun says she will no longer compete following Olympics backlash

The breakdancer Raygun told a radio show she doesn’t plan on competing as a b-girl anymore.
5 months ago
Rachael Gunn "Raygun" of Australia in action at the Paris 2024 Olympics on Aug. 9, 2024.
5 months ago

Ex-Olympic snowboarder accused of running large drug trafficking group

Canadian snowboarder Ryan Wedding is on the run after being wanted by federal authorities for allegedly being the mastermind of a years-long transnational drug operation that included murder.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Ex-Olympic snowboarder accused of running large drug trafficking group
5 months ago

Former Olympic snowboarder accused of running large drug trafficking group

Ryan Wedding, 43, a former Olympian from Canada who now resides in Mexico, is among 16 people charged in a federal indictment.
5 months ago
In this Feb. 14, 2002, file photo, Ryan Wedding of Canada competes in the qualifying round of the men's parallel giant slalom snowboarding event during the Salt Lake City Winter Olympic Games at the Park City Mountain Resort in Park City, Utah.
5 months ago

Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder charged with running cocaine smuggling ring

U.S. federal prosecutors announced an indictment Thursday charging former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding with running a criminal enterprise that smuggled cocaine into the U.S. and Canada. 
5 months ago
U.S. federal prosecutors announced an indictment Thursday charging former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding with running a criminal enterprise that smuggled cocaine into the U.S. and Canada. 
5 months ago

Olympic track stars Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield announce engagement

Olympic medalists and track and field stars Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield are officially engaged!
5 months ago
Junelle Bromfield and Noah Lyles attend the 2024 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City, Sept. 08, 2024.
6 months ago

The best of Jordan Chiles

Olympian Jordan Chiles is always "flooring" us with her talent.
6 months ago
Olympian Jordan Chiles is always "flooring" us with her talent.
6 months ago

Jordan Chiles files new appeal over bronze medal

The Olympic gymnast has filed a second appeal to overturn the decision that stripped her of the medal she was given for her performance during the floor exercise.
6 months ago
VIDEO: Jordan Chiles files new appeal over bronze medal
6 months ago

New footage may provide crucial evidence for Jordan Chiles Olympic medal appeal

Attorneys for U.S. gymnast Jordan Chiles have new video and audio evidence of her coach's inquiry during the women's floor exercise final at the Paris Olympics.
6 months ago
Jordan Chiles of Team USA looks on with her Bronze Medal from the Women's Apparatus floor final on day ten of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on Aug. 5, 2024 in Paris.
6 months ago

New audio challenges ruling over Jordan Chiles' bronze medal

The Washington Post analyzed audio and visual evidence of the gymnast’s coach inquiring about her score amid the floor exercise competition.
6 months ago
VIDEO: New audio challenges ruling over Jordan Chiles' bronze medal
6 months ago

Jordan Chiles speaks out after being stripped of bronze medal

The Team USA gymnast said in an interview with Forbes that her "skin color" played a role in the decision over her medal.
6 months ago
VIDEO: Jordan Chiles speaks out after being stripped of bronze medal
6 months ago

Jordan Chiles says she wasn't 'able to be heard' amid bronze medal controversy

Olympian Jordan Chiles opened up at the 2024 Forbes Power Women's Summit in New York City about being stripped of her bronze medal at the Paris Olympics.
6 months ago
Bronze medallist Jordan Chiles of United States looks at her medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics in Bercy Arena in Paris, France, Aug. 5, 2024.
6 months ago

Jordan Chiles makes Fashion Week debut amid Olympic medal controversy

Jordan Chiles made her New York Fashion Week debut at the Kim Shui Spring 2025 ready-to-wear show.
6 months ago
Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles and models walk the runway during the Kim Shui show during the September 2024 New York Fashion Week on September 07, 2024 in New York City.
7 months ago

America strong: Closing ceremony at Paralympic Games in Paris

A series of triumphs for Team USA at the Paralympic Games in Paris, taking home 105 medals.
7 months ago
VIDEO: America strong: Closing ceremony at Paralympic Games in Paris
7 months ago

Paralympian wins gold after wife won gold medal at Paris Olympics

Hunter Woodhall won gold in the Men's 400m T62 at the Paris Paralympics.
7 months ago
Hunter Woodhall hugs his wife Tara Davis-Woodhall  who won the gold medal during Paris 2024 Olympics in Women's Long Jump, after winning himself the men's 400 m. T62 final at the 2024 Paralympics, Sept. 6, 2024, in Paris.
7 months ago

American swimmer wins silver in Paralympics 1 year after losing leg in shark attack

Ali Truwit's leg was amputated on her 23rd birthday as a result of the attack.
7 months ago
Silver medalist Alexandra Truwit of Team United States poses for a photo during the Para Swimming Women's 400m Freestyle S10 Medal Ceremony on day eight of the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games at Paris La Defense Arena on Sept. 5, 2024 in Nanterre, France.
7 months ago

Ugandan Olympic runner dies after partner sets her on fire: Police

Rebecca Cheptegei, 33, who placed 44th in the women’s marathon at the Paris Olympics, had burns on 80% of her body, according to police.
7 months ago
Rebecca Cheptegei, 33, who placed 44th in the women’s marathon at the Paris Olympics, had burns on 80% of her body, according to police.
7 months ago

Olympic athlete dies after being set on fire by former partner

Ugandan long-distance runner Rebecca Cheptegei has died four days after being doused in petrol and set on fire by her former partner, authorities have announced.
7 months ago
Uganda's Rebecca Cheptegei during the women's marathon final  Budapest on Aug. 26, 2023.
7 months ago

Paralympian Ezra Frech talks winning two gold medals in 24 hours

Frech took gold in the men’s T63 100m final in a dramatic photo finish and gold again in the T63 high jump, setting a new world record.
7 months ago
VIDEO: Paralympian Ezra Frech talks winning two gold medals in 24 hours
7 months ago

Paralympic athlete speaks out after winning bronze medal while 7 months pregnant

"I'm really proud of myself," British archer Jodie Grinham said of her win.
7 months ago
Bronze medalist Jodie Grinham of Great Britain celebrates on the podium at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, Aug. 31, 2024.
7 months ago

Athlete went from losing her leg from shark attack to the Paralympics

Ali Truwit is making history by competing in the para swimming in the 2024 Paris games just one year after she lost her leg.
7 months ago
VIDEO: Athlete went from loosing her leg from shark attack to the paralympics
7 months ago

Inspiring Paralympics athlete mentors next generation

Derek Loccident, a Paralympian who competes in track and field events for Team USA, mentors fellow amputee athlete Elijah Schultz.
7 months ago
VIDEO: Inspiring Paralympics athlete mentors next generation
7 months ago

Caitlin Clark, Simone Biles and Gabby Thomas meet in iconic video

The Olympians then posed for photos with the rest of the members of the Indiana Fever.
7 months ago
The Olympians then posed for photos with the rest of the members of the Indiana Fever.
7 months ago

Opening ceremonies of the Paris Paralympics

The world’s leading athletes with disabilities get ready to represent their countries during the 2024 Summer Paralympics in Paris.
7 months ago
VIDEO: Opening ceremonies of the Paris Paralympics
7 months ago

Lady Gaga gives sneak peek at new music

Lady Gaga, who recently performed during the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, gave fans a peek at her new, unreleased music.
7 months ago
Lady Gaga, who recently performed during the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, gave fans a peek at her new, unreleased music.
7 months ago

Why Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles said they bowed to gold medalist Rebeca Andrade

U.S. gymnastics stars Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles spoke about why they bowed on the podium to Brazil's floor exercise gold medalist Rebeca Andrade.
7 months ago
Silver medalist Simone Biles and bronze medalist Jordan Chiles of the U.S. bow to gold medalist Rebeca Andrade of Brazil on the victory podium following the women's artistic gymnastics individual floor exercise final at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Aug. 5, 2024.
7 months ago

Simone Biles recreates hilarious meme of herself: See video

Simone Biles shared a hilarious video recreating a meme of herself.
7 months ago
Simone Biles appears in this screengrab from a video she shared on social media.
7 months ago

US gymnast speaks out on losing medal

U.S. gymnast Jordan Chiles spoke out on losing medal as Australian breaker defends her performance.
7 months ago
VIDEO: US gymnast speaks out on losing medal
7 months ago

Romanian gymnast receives bronze medal and Australian breakdancer speaks out

American gymnast Jordan Chiles is without the bronze medal that she was awarded for her floor exercise as breakdancer Raygun talks about the backlash she's been experiencing.
7 months ago
VIDEO: Romanian gymnast receives bronze medal and Australian breakdancer speaks out