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Watching the Olympics is making me wonder: is sport good for us?

Medal-winning brilliance requires obsession as well as dedication and skill. I can’t help wondering what these athletes’ bodies and minds have gone through over the years, writes Guardian columnist Adrian Chiles

The Guardian - UK

Up beat: Miroslaw wins Olympic gold for Poland in speed sports climbing

"Will it be a surprise or will it be the favourite?" intoned the master of ceremonies early on Wednesday afternoon at the Le Bourget Climbing Venue as top seed Aleksandra Miroslaw was limbering up on Wall A adjacent to the anointed outsider Lijuan Deng on Wall B.

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Cuban gold medallist who swam the Rio Grande for new life is back at the Olympics

Fernando Dayan Jorge Enriquez was a national hero after Tokyo 2020 but defected and is now part of the Refugee Team

The Guardian - UK

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Paris Olympics food donations seek to help needy, contribute to sustainability and set an example

Food that goes uneaten at the Paris Olympics is helping those in need around the French capital

The Independent UK

SI:AM | One of the Greatest Olympians Ever Says Goodbye

Cuba’s Mijaín López did what no Olympic athlete in history has done.

Sports Illustrated

Matt Wearn Retains Men's Dinghy Sailing Olympic Title

Matt Wearn defends his Olympic title in dinghy sailing amidst weather disruptions. Historic wins for Australia, Cyprus, and Peru showcase global sailing ta...

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Why elite athletes are harnessing their own brain waves for sporting success

The Olympic and Paralympic Games represent the pinnacle of athletic achievement, where the world’s sporting elite showcase their prowess. Modern athletes benefit from top-notch coaching, optimised nutrition and recovery strategies. Yet, some are turning to more unique methods for the competitive edge – training the brain.

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It’s almost impossible to become an Olympic athlete without overtraining — here’s why

When people think of Olympic athletes, they’re often thinking about winners. But competing for an Olympic medal is an unpredictable pursuit that results in disappointment for most.

The Conversation

Raygun! Muffins! Pole vault fails! The viral moments from Paris 2024 so far

From the defining photo of the Games so far, to the anonymous lifeguard sending the internet into a frenzy, Alexandra Neagen rounds up the most unforgettable and unlikely happenings at this year’s Olympics

Evening Standard

The twisties, the yips and target panic – why sportspeople sometimes suddenly lose the ability to perform

In elite gymnastics, few names shine as brightly as Simone Biles, known for her high difficulty routines and seemingly unshakeable confidence. Biles stunned the world during the Tokyo Olympics when she experienced a bout of what she called “the twisties.”

The Conversation

Australia’s Matt Wearn goes back-to-back with Olympic dinghy gold after multiple delays

Sailor Matt Wearn was made to wait before winning Australia’s 15th gold medal of the Paris Olympics with victory in the men’s dinghy final

The Guardian - AU

Marit Bouwmeester Wins Fourth Olympic Sailing Medal, Secures Gold

Marit Bouwmeester secures fourth Olympic sailing medal, men's race halted due to weather.

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Team GB’s Josh Kerr on Olympic feud with bitter rival Jakob Ingebrightsen

Josh Kerr fears he will never race bitter rival Jakob Ingebrightsen again at the Olympics.

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Algerians rally behind gold medal hopeful Imane Khelif amid gender misconceptions

Olympic boxer Imane Khelif has become a hometown hero in Algeria, a conservative, Muslim-majority country where attacks on her gender have been interpreted as attacks on the nation

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India should soon see its first Olympics sponsor, a sign of the country's growing Games influence

India’s growing influence in the Olympics during a bid to host the 2036 Summer Games should soon see a first sponsor deal from the country for the IOC

The Independent UK

Covid making worrying comeback amid summer surge and Olympics infections, WHO official warns

A new Covid-19 variant, KP.3.1.1, is becoming dominant in the US

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Snoop Dogg's Incredible Olympic Run Might Just Be Getting Started

NBC Universal reportedly interested in inviting him back in 2026.

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“The Laundry Room, In The Basements”: Athlete Reveals Go-To Places For Intimacy At Olympics

“There’s sex happening in the laundry room, and even in the basements of the buildings,” says an Olympian as she reveals the secret spots where athletes are getting intimate inside the Olympic Village. The post “The Laundry Room, In The Basements”: Athlete Reveals Go-To Places For Intimacy At Olympics first…

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14-Year-Old Olympic Champion Asks For Pet Duck As Prize

14-year-old Arisa Trew, Australia's youngest Olympic champion, wins gold in skateboarding and requests a pet duck as a reward, showcasing her quirky side a...

The Independent UK

Sex eligibility rules for female athletes are complex and legally difficult. Here's how they work

Women’s boxing at the Paris Olympics has highlighted the complexity of drafting and enforcing sex eligibility rules for women's sports and how athletes like Imane Khelif of Algeria and Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan are left vulnerable in the fallout

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Paris Open Water Swimmers Brave Seine River Challenges

Endurance swimmers train in Seine River for Olympic races in Paris amidst water quality concerns and strong currents, showcasing the city's beauty.

The Independent UK

As the Paris Olympics wind down, Los Angeles swings into planning for 2028

From the City of Love to the City of Angels, planning for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics is well underway and organizers are paying close attention to what’s worked, and what hasn’t, so far in Paris

International Business Times

Health Experts Urge Olympics To Cut Ties With Coca-Cola

Two health experts on Wednesday urged Olympic organisers to cut ties with Coca-Cola, saying the current big money sponsorship deal allows the US company to "sportswash" unhealthy sugary drinks.

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Imane Khelif controversy at Paris Olympics shows how sex testing in women’s sports puts regulators in an impossible bind

In their preliminary 2024 Olympic women’s boxing match, Algeria’s Imane Khelif delivered a painful blow to the face of Italy’s Angela Carini, who abandoned the fight after 46 seconds.

The Guardian - UK

Magic end for Marta or stunning start for Hayes? Olympics delivers perfect final

Brazilian will get fitting farewell after red card heartbreak but whatever the outcome change is needed at the Games

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