2024 Olympic Games commence today at opening ceremony in Paris. The opening ceremony of this year's Olympic games will make history as the first to be held outside of a stadium. Over 10,000 athletes will make their grand entrance sailing down the Seine river, each national delegation in their own...
In this exclusive interview, Indian sprint legend and IOA President PT Usha opens up about the recent heated confrontation within the Indian Olympic Association regarding the controversial appointment of CEO Raghuram Iyer. Usha shares her perspective on the internal disputes, the implications for India's Olympic aspirations, and her commitment to leading the IOA towards a brighter future. Don't miss her insights on the challenges facing Indian sports governance and the critical decisions that could impact India's bid for the 2036 Olympics.
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France spent €2bn on the Olympics - has the country benefited economically? Banque de France deputy governor, Agnès Bénassy-Quéré considers France’s current economic outlook.
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Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher talks "trying new things" and tells THR that she is excited to see what she can do on the dance floor during the 'Dancing With the Stars' press line. Plus, she reveals what she hopes people will take away from her journey on the show.
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With the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games now concluded, France is left with a bill exceeding €8 billion for hosting the world’s biggest sporting event. The question remains: will the Games stimulate the French economy, or will the expenses outweigh the potential gains?
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In an exclusive interview, former Olympian Gagan Narang praised Indian Paralympians for their historic achievements in Paris. He expressed confidence in the future of Indian shooting, highlighting the success of both able-bodied and para shooters at the Paris 2024 Games. Narang's endorsement underscores the promising trajectory of Indian shooting on the global stage.
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Dr. Manit Arora, a top sports medicine specialist in India, played a key role in the recovery of Indian hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and Gurjant Singh from ACL injuries, leading to their bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics. In an exclusive interview, Dr. Arora also discussed Vinesh Phogat missing weight and Mirabai Chanu’s challenges during her menstrual cycle, which affected her Olympic performance.
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In a dramatic continuation of the gender debate that shook the Paris Olympics, the controversy now takes center stage at the Paralympics. This time, the focus is on an Italian athlete, Valentina Petrillo, who has become the first openly transgender competitor at the Paralympics. As Valentina prepares to compete, the uproar and discussions around transgender athletes in sports have reignited, sparking fierce debates across the globe. Is this the beginning of a new era in sports, or a flashpoint in an ongoing controversy? Dive into the full story as we explore the implications of this groundbreaking participation and what it means for the future of athletics.
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Organisers of the Paris Olympics say they are "really sorry" for any offence caused by their daring and quirky opening ceremony but denied "any intention to show disrespect to any religious group."..