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Wednesday, May 29

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MLS has solid representation in U.S.’ Olympic roster pool. Is it good enough to medal?

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American Cade Cowell is the only player in the U.S.’ current Olympic player pool that does play professionally in either Europe or the United States. | Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

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Jalen Neal hopes to tattoo his Olympic goals in ink after overcoming brutal injuries

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Gravity itself couldn’t stop Jalen Neal from shooting for the stars this season. Following consecutive sports hernia and adductor injuries over the past year forcing him to miss 321 days of MLS action and undergo multiple surgeries, the 20…

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USMNT vet Miles Robinson is a strong contender for Olympic duty — sources

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USMNT defender Miles Robinson has emerged as a leading candidate to play on the 2024 U.S. Olympic team, multiple sources told FOX Sports.

“Got To Remind Myself”: Paris Olympics Hopeful Brody Malone Reveals Gymnastics Secrets Inspired by Japanese Rival

In the world of gymnastics, we often hear stories about wear and tear, which is unfortunately part of the territory. From mental woes and physical ailments, ranging from ones faced by Simone Biles to Gabby Douglas and many more, the sport…

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Here's how Utah's Olympic bid was pitched to the world's winter sports federations

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Utah's Olympic bidders pitched what they called "a compelling and sustainable plan" for a 2034 Winter Games to leaders of the world's winter sports federations in a virtual presentation Tuesday.

Paris Olympics 2024: Can Lexi Thompson Represent USA One Last Time Before Her Retirement?

“Ever since I found out that golf was going to be an Olympic sport, I was like, Let’s be there.” That was Lexi Thompson three years ago talking about 2016 when golf was added to the Olympics after more than a century. The 29-year-old has…

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Minister To Meet Sports Federations Over Olympics Preparation

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The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, will meet with presidents, secretaries, and technical directors of Olympic-bound sports federations as the Ministry fine-tunes preparations towards Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The…

Phil Wizard, Champion Breaker and Olympic Contender, Isn’t Convinced ‘Breakdancing’ Is a Sport

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Phil Wizard, the current favorite for Olympic Gold, says it’s an art and culture first. But if you’re gonna hate, he’d like you to at least learn the proper terminology.

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Sports News | Olympic Boxing Medalists in Paris Promised Cash Prizes by Rogue Governing Body

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Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. The boxing governing body declared rogue by the International Olympic Committee said Wednesday it will pay $50,000 in prize money to each gold medalist at the Paris Games.

Sports News | Arundhati Advances to Pre-quarters, Narender Bows out of Olympic Qualifiers

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Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Reigning national champion Arundhati Choudhary registered a convincing victory to move to the 66kg pre-quarterfinals while Asian Games bronze medallist Narender Berwal (+92kg) bowed…

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Aussie gold medal winner Sally Pearson blasts sport bosses for ruining her great friend's Olympics dream: 'I can't believe what is happening'

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Siean Diver, Genevieve Gregson and Jessica Stenson will be selected instead of Weightman. Stenson's selection raised eyebrows, as she has beaten Weightman once.

This travel company is offering a Paris Olympics trip worth £16,000 to ‘luxury sports critic’

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Exclusive: A high-end hotel, private champagne tasting, and tickets to the opening ceremony await one lucky traveller

Meet the Team USA athletes to root for at the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics

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Wondering who to root for at the Paris Olympics and Paralympics? My New Favorite Olympian and My New Favorite Paralympian will immerse you in the stories of seven Team USA athletes outside their sport. The first episode will be released…

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Sports News | Indian Rifle, Pistol Teams Announced for Munich ISSF World Cup

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Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. The team after competing at Munich World Cup will proceed to a camp in France before heading back for a two-week break at home. They will then assemble for a departure camp in Bhopal,…

Lucy Hope on longevity and why Paris 2024 may be her Olympic swan-song

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In a sport in which many of the women retire in their early to mid-twenties, 27-year-old freestyler Lucy Hope is still improving and as she looks towards her second Olympic appearance at Paris 2024, she's hoping she can produce her best…

‘I was scouted at my school sports day – now I’m going for Olympic gold’

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Team GB's golden girl Daryll Neita on becoming a role model, being noticed in primary school and setting up her own community

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Meet the Team USA athletes to root for at the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics

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Wondering who to root for at the Paris Olympics and Paralympics? My New Favorite Olympian and My New Favorite Paralympian will immerse you in the stories of seven Team USA athletes outside their sport. The first episode will be released…

Tuesday, May 28

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Stream It Or Skip It: ‘The Boys in the Boat’ on Prime Video, a Snoozer of a Sports Saga Directed by George Clooney

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This is the true story of the University of Washington's quest for Olympic glory, rendered in the most ordinary way possible.

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Paris Olympics 2024: 20-Year-Old Wrestler Overcomes Shame To Aim For the Gold for the US: ‘They Made Fun of Me’

Amit Elor has chinks in her armor, but her resolute determination trumps all else. Amit Elor is on the brink of creating history as the female athlete to represent Team USA in wrestling at the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. Since her early…

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Paris Olympics Committee Slammed by Sports Enthusiasts as River Seine Doesn’t Look Good for Swimming: ‘Athletes Would NEVER Swim’

With less than two months left for the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Seine River faces its toughest challenge yet. The world’s most romantic river is now at the center of an ambitious clean-up effort. The iconic waterway is gearing up to host…