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French Diver’s “Jewels” In Tight Swimming Trunks Become Talk Of The Town At Olympics

French diver Jules Bouyer has become a viral topic at the 2024 Paris Olympics. "Just tell me when French diver Jules Bouyer is on TV," one admirer said. The post French Diver’s “Jewels” In Tight Swimming Trunks Become Talk Of The Town At Olympics first appeared on Bored Panda.

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How did a convicted child rapist end up at the Olympics?

The Dutch volleyball player’s presence shows how violence against women and girls is normalised

Marie Claire

An Olympic Swimmer Was Sent Home From Paris 2024 For Sneaking Out Of The Athlete’s Village

She also allegedly contested the ruling in a 'disrespectful and aggressive' manner.

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No coaches, no worries? How action sport athletes are bucking traditional sports pathways

Action sports used to be a niche interest but they are continuing to gain in popularity, especially among younger generations.

The Conversation

Boxers who failed gender tests at world championships cleared to compete at Olympics

The IOC has confirmed that two boxers who were disqualified from last year’s world championships for failing gender eligibility tests will be allowed to fight in Paris

The Guardian - UK

How Long Has Golf Been In The Olympics For?

In Paris, golf will be making just its fifth appearance as an Olympic sport

Golf Monthly

Olympics Apologize For Mistakenly Introducing South Korean Athletes As North Korean

Olympics organizers apologize to South Korea for misidentifying athletes as North Korean at Paris 2024 Games, highlighting delicate diplomatic relations.

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Can the Olympics attract Gen Z eyeballs while preserving its traditions?

The Olympics has been the world’s premier sporting event for more than a century.

The Conversation

Dark day in history of Olympics as convicted child rapist Van de Velde competes

Second chances are all around here at the Olympics in a city getting its third opportunity to welcome the world.

The National (Scotland)

Dutch beach volleyball player who was convicted of rape is booed before losing first Olympic match

The Dutch beach volleyball player who served time in prison for rape received a mixture of boos and applause when he was introduced before his opening match at the Paris Olympics

The Independent UK

Steven van de Velde episode leaves no winners on dark day for Paris Olympics

The Dutch beach volleyball player was showered with boos after being introduced to the crowd on Sunday, almost a decade to the day after he pleaded guilty to raping a 12-year year-old British girl when he was 19

The Independent UK

Why aren’t baseball or softball at the 2024 Paris Olympics?

Don't worry, they'll be back in 2028.

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‘No one should be excluded’: Australia’s Tina Rahimi hits out at Olympic hijab ban

The Muslim boxer has hit out at France’s hijab ban, which prevents French athletes participating in certain sports from wearing religious head scarfs

The Guardian - AU

International Olympic Committee Apologise For Introducing South Korean Athletes As North Korean

"We apologise to the people from the Republic of Korea for that error."

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Olympic Organizers Apologize For Mistakenly Introducing South Korea As North Korea

Learn about the regrettable mistake at the Olympic Games opening ceremony when South Korea was introduced as North Korea, prompting a formal apology from t...

Inverse

Here’s Where AI Will Play a Role At the Paris Olympics — Could It Change the Future of Sport?

The 2024 Summer Olympics, kicking off in Paris on July 26, will be novel for more than just the first inclusion of breakdancing.

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Olympic Organizers Apologize For South Korea-North Korea Mix-Up

Mistaken identity of South Korean athletes as North Korea at Paris Olympics leads to apologies and calls for prevention of future errors.

International Business Times

LVMH's Publicity In Olympics Ceremony Raises Eyebrows

LVMH's high profile and highly visible product placement in the Paris Games opening ceremony surprised marketing experts and raises the possibility it could cause problems for the International Olympic Committee with their long-term sponsors.

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IOC apologizes for wrongly introducing South Korea as North Korea during Opening Ceremony

There are a few mistakes you cannot make when introducing countries. This is among the biggest.

Sports Illustrated

Why Was Russia Banned From the Olympics?

Russian athletes can compete independently.

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IOC Defends Selection Of Convicted Rapist For Olympics

The IOC defends the Netherlands' choice to include a rehabilitated athlete with a criminal past in the Olympic team, sparking concerns about athlete safety...

International Business Times

Upset Bishops And Mixed Reviews For Paris Olympics Ceremony

French bishops complained on Saturday about the "scenes of derision and mockery of Christianity" during the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games which has upset some conservatives and has drawn mixed reviews.

Dynamite News

Olympic Committee apologises to South Korea over opening ceremony gaffe

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Saturday apologised for a blunder in the Paris Olympics opening ceremony where South Korea was incorrectly introduced as North Korea during the parade of athletes, Seoul-based news agency. Read further on Dynamite News:

Al Jazeera

IOC apologises for introducing South Korean athletes as North Korean

IOC chief Bach speaks with President Yoon Suk-yeol after South Korea seeks assurances that mistake is not repeated.

The Independent UK

Olympics offers ‘deep apology’ as South Korea introduced as North Korea at opening ceremony

The delegation of South Korea have demanded a meeting with IOC president Thomas Bach

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