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Steady Japan seek China inspiration to close gap in home Asiad

Japan is progressing steadily in medal count during the Asian Games and seeks to surpass its previous record. The country's officials are focused on maximizing athlete performance in light of upcoming events, particularly the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Japan's head of mission acknowledges the influence of China's success on their…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Mixed martial arts bids to make the Olympics sans the wire cage and blood

A modified mixed martial arts version is being showcased at the Asian Games. This sport aims for Olympic inclusion in Brisbane by 2032. Organizers are removing the cage to align with Olympic values and safety. The International Olympic Committee currently finds the sport too violent. Efforts are underway to change…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Raygun: Breaking Badly review – the ridiculed Olympic B-girl gets the last laugh … and it’s a total joy

She spent the biggest moment of her career at the Paris Olympics thrashing around like a toddler having a tantrum – then went viral globally. Now, a new Netflix film reveals how the much-mocked breakdancer got over it

The Guardian - UK · Sep 1

Your guide to the NPL relegation battle: Who needs what to survive

Four clubs face a tense final fortnight to avoid the drop

Newcastle Herald · Jul 31

Olympic champion Hannah Mills underlines Portsmouth advantage in pursuit of home SailGP win

Olympic champions Hannah Mills and Dylan Fletcher aim to bounce back in Portsmouth, with up to 20,000 fans expected to cheer on Team Emirates GBR

The Independent UK · Jul 24

Katarina Johnson-Thompson headlines high-profile Commonwealth Games absentees

Dina Asher-Smith, Matthew Hudson-Smith and Daryll Neita also withdraw from Glasgow competition.

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Aussie swim ace in ominous form ahead of Glasgow Games

An Australian swim star who will be among the major drawcards of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games has laid down an ominous marker in training.

AAP · Jul 18

Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty expecting first child together - reveal gender and due month

Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty are set to welcome their first child together in December.

BANG Premier · Jun 20

Dame Kelly Holmes awarded the Freedom of the City of London

The Olympic champion received the accolade ahead of attending a Pride event where she was the guest of honour

Evening Standard · Jun 19

An SNL 'All Drug Olympics?' Not quite. But these Enhanced Games are no joke

The "Enhanced Games" in Las Vegas allows athletes to use performance enhancers, aiming to challenge mainstream sports' anti-doping efforts and athlete pay. Organizers promise athlete safety and better pay, while critics question its legitimacy and compare it to a "Doping Olympics." The event also explores the potential medical benefits of…

The Economic Times · May 23