Lucas Kozeniesky to build on Olympic experience in Tokyo
Lucas Kozeniesky to build on Olympic experience in Tokyo
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Lucas Kozeniesky hadn't even taken off his Olympic shooting jacket and gear in Rio de Janeiro before he'd made up his mind: He wanted to return and improve on his performance on the world’s largest stage. The Fairfax marksman was disappointed — no
Female surfers overcome sexism's toll to earn Olympic berth
Female surfers overcome sexism's toll to earn Olympic berth
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LEMOORE, CALIF. (AP) — Johanne Defay of France was devastated when the mega sponsor Roxy dropped her right before she became a pro surfer in 2014, shattering her confidence and threatening her career altogether. “They were just like ‘Oh, yo
U.S. gymnast alternate tests positive for COVID-19 at Olympics
U.S. gymnast alternate tests positive for COVID-19 at Olympics
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An alternate on the U.S. women’s gymnastics team has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 in training ahead of the Summer Games in Tokyo, raising fresh concerns about transmission just days before the Olympics begin. The positive test could have spil
Top Olympic sponsor Toyota pulls Games-related TV ads
Top Olympic sponsor Toyota pulls Games-related TV ads
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TOKYO (AP) — Toyota won’t be airing any Olympic-themed advertisements on Japanese television during the Tokyo Games despite being one of the IOC’s top corporate sponsors. The extraordinary decision by the country’s top automaker underl
Olympic athlete tests positive in Tokyo days before 1st game
Olympic athlete tests positive in Tokyo days before 1st game
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TOKYO (AP) — A third athlete at the Olympic Village in Tokyo has tested positive for COVID-19 with the Czech Republic team reporting the latest case Monday. Beach volleyball player Ondřej Perušič's opening game in seven days' time is now at ris
South Korea removes banners at Olympic village after IOC ruling
South Korea removes banners at Olympic village after IOC ruling
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s Olympic committee said Saturday it removed banners at the Olympic athletes’ village in Tokyo that referred to a 16th-century war between Korea and Japan after the International Olympic Committee ruled
First resident of Olympic Village tests positive for COVID
First resident of Olympic Village tests positive for COVID
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TOKYO (AP) — The first resident of the Olympic Village has tested positive for COVID-19, Tokyo Olympic organizers said on Saturday. Officials said it was not an athlete with the Games opening in just under a week on July 23. Tokyo officials including Se
The waiting Games: Olympians navigate strict rules in Tokyo
The waiting Games: Olympians navigate strict rules in Tokyo
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Sydney McLaughlin turns 22 three days after the final of the 400-meter hurdles, in which she might win Olympic gold and may even lower her current world record. Her big birthday plans? “Try and find a cupcake and then blow out the candles by myself,&rdq
IOC's Bach gets mixed reaction in one-day visit to Hiroshima
IOC's Bach gets mixed reaction in one-day visit to Hiroshima
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HIROSHIMA, Japan (AP) — IOC President Thomas Bach got a mixed reception in his visit on Friday to Hiroshima to mark the first day of the so-called Olympic Truce. Such a one-day visit by a dignitary would ordinarily be routine a week ahead, but the Olymp
Tokyo coronavirus cases reach six-month high with Olympics eight days out
Tokyo coronavirus cases reach six-month high with Olympics eight days out
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With the beginning of the Olympics eight days away, new coronavirus cases in Tokyo surged to a six-month high on Thursday, raising fears that hospitals could become overcrowded during the Games. Tokyo’s caseload reached 1,308 on Thursday, according to t
Olympic sport of schmoozing eludes corporate sponsors
Olympic sport of schmoozing eludes corporate sponsors
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NEW YORK (AP) — Screaming fans won't be the only thing missing from this year's Olympic Games in Tokyo. Behind the scenes, there won't be much schmoozing for corporate sponsors either, thanks to the pandemic. The corporate sponsorship program has been
Bradley Beal in protocols, Tokyo Olympics status in doubt, source says
Bradley Beal in protocols, Tokyo Olympics status in doubt, source says
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A person with knowledge of the situation says U.S. Olympic guard Bradley Beal of the Washington Wizards has entered the health and safety protocols related to the coronavirus, which raises the possibility that he might miss the Tokyo Games. Beal will be teste
With two exhibition losses, the world puts Team USA men's basketball on notice
With two exhibition losses, the world puts Team USA men's basketball on notice
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Over the last three Olympic cycles, the Team USA men’s basketball team was practically untouchable. But now there’s cause for the U.S. to look over its shoulder. The squad went 24-0 on its way to gold in 2008, 2012 and 2016. But the road to a four
Olympic athletes to place own medals around neck to combat coronavirus
Olympic athletes to place own medals around neck to combat coronavirus
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For years, when a medal-winning athlete reaches the podium, they bend down to have an Olympic official place the medal around their neck. But that practice is no more — at least for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics later this month. Athletes will instead pla
Roger Federer says he's out of Olympics after knee 'setback'
Roger Federer says he's out of Olympics after knee 'setback'
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Roger Federer will not participate in the Tokyo Olympics, writing on social media Tuesday that he “experienced a setback" with his knee during the grass-court season. Federer had said before Wimbledon that he would make a decision about going to the Sum
Team USA basketball suffers second straight loss in buildup to Olympics
Team USA basketball suffers second straight loss in buildup to Olympics
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These games don't matter in the grand scheme of things, and for Team USA basketball, that could be a good thing. But Team USA experienced something it hasn't in quite some time: Not just losing once, but losing back-to-back games. Before Saturday's exhibitio
Jill Biden to attend Tokyo opening ceremonies; 85% of Olympic Village will be vaccinated
Jill Biden to attend Tokyo opening ceremonies; 85% of Olympic Village will be vaccinated
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First lady Jill Biden will travel to Japan for the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Summer Games in Tokyo, the White House said Tuesday. President Biden in June said his wife was eyeing the trip, but officials hadn’t confirmed the July 23 visit as it e
IOC's Bach slips up and refers to Japanese as 'Chinese'
IOC's Bach slips up and refers to Japanese as 'Chinese'
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TOKYO (AP) — IOC President Thomas Bach appeared in public on Tuesday for the first time since arriving in Tokyo last week and with the pandemic-postponed Olympics opening in just 10 days. Bach spent his first three days in isolation at the Internationa
Olympic athletes confront mental health challenges
Olympic athletes confront mental health challenges
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Sam Mikulak felt frantic. The American gymnast had his training disrupted by COVID-19, and the Tokyo Olympics were postponed until 2021. That unease stayed with Mikulak for a while, and it led him to confront all the ways the perfectionism of gymnastics had a
Hands the key to keeping a grip in Olympic climbing
Hands the key to keeping a grip in Olympic climbing
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SALT LAKE CITY — The skin stretches taught, veins pouring in tributaries over the linear lines of the carpals and metacarpals. The phalanges fall into line like a picket fence with boards of varying lengths, the knuckles unknobby. They're long, yet not
No spectators allowed during Olympics because of virus uptick; Japan declares state of emergency
No spectators allowed during Olympics because of virus uptick; Japan declares state of emergency
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The Summer Games in Tokyo will be held without spectators, organizers said Thursday, delivering another major blow to the Olympics less than two weeks before festivities begin. Olympics Minister Tamayo Marukawa announced the decision after Japanese officials
Japan declares state of emergency during Olympics; order affecting Tokyo could mean no fans at all
Japan declares state of emergency during Olympics; order affecting Tokyo could mean no fans at all
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Japanese officials on Thursday declared a state of emergency in Tokyo through Aug. 22, meaning the slimmed-down Olympic Summer Games may not have spectators at all. Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said the emergency will go into effect Monday — less than
IOC President Thomas Bach arrives in Tokyo, greeted by state of emergency
IOC President Thomas Bach arrives in Tokyo, greeted by state of emergency
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TOKYO (AP) — IOC President Thomas Bach arrived in Tokyo on Thursday just as a ban on spectators at the Tokyo Olympics is likely after Japan Prime Minister Yoshihde Suga announced a state of emergency because of rising coronavirus infections in the capit
Banned sprinter Sha'Carri Richardso left off Olympic team
Banned sprinter Sha'Carri Richardso left off Olympic team
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Banned sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson was not on the Olympic roster released Tuesday by USA Track and Field, a decision that means the American champion's positive test for marijuana will cost her a chance at running on the relay team in Tokyo, in addition to
Sha'Carri Richardson left off Olympic team
Sha'Carri Richardson left off Olympic team
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Banned sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson was not on the Olympic roster released Tuesday by USA Track and Field, a decision that means the American champion's positive test for marijuana will cost her a chance at running on the relay team in Tokyo, in addition to
Bruce Springsteen's daughter Jessica makes Olympic equestrian team
Bruce Springsteen's daughter Jessica makes Olympic equestrian team
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — The daughter of rock icon Bruce Springsteen and singer-songwriter Patti Scialfa has been selected as one of four riders on the U.S. jumping team that will compete at the Tokyo Olympics. U.S. Equestrian announced Monday that Jessic
Going the extra half-mile: Retired Usain Bolt trains for 800 event
Going the extra half-mile: Retired Usain Bolt trains for 800 event
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Usain Bolt: 800-meter sprinter. That’s right, the now-retired world’s fastest man is not only changing diapers these days but also distances as he makes a brief comeback for a promotional race. The new father of twins selected the 800 meters, a tw
Tokyo Olympics shaping up as TV-only event with few fans
Tokyo Olympics shaping up as TV-only event with few fans
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TOKYO (AP) - The pandemic-delayed Tokyo Olympics are shaping up as a TV-only event with few spectators - if any - being allowed when they open in just over two weeks. Japan’s Asahi newspaper, citing multiple unidentified government sources, said Tuesda
Simone Biles bidding for history in Tokyo
Simone Biles bidding for history in Tokyo
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Simone Biles is aware of the pressure. She welcomes it. Practically invites it. Look no further than the sequined goat she's nicknamed “Goldie” that occasionally finds its way onto her competition leotard. The symbol - a play on the acronym for gr
Carol Callan, longtime U.S. women's national basketball team director, to step down after Olympics
Carol Callan, longtime U.S. women's national basketball team director, to step down after Olympics
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Carol Callan, the longtime director of the U.S. women’s national basketball team, will step down from her position once this month’s Tokyo Olympics conclude, USA Basketball announced Monday. Callan has held the role since 1995, playing a part in c
Tokyo Games still weigh limits on fans -- if any fans at all
Tokyo Games still weigh limits on fans -- if any fans at all
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TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympic organizing committee signaled on Monday that it will change its ticket policy this week for any local fans hoping to attend. This comes with the pandemic-delayed Olympics opening in just under three weeks. Organizers, the
College-bound Olympians look to cash in on golden opportunity
College-bound Olympians look to cash in on golden opportunity
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Maggie Nichols just laughs when asked if she plans on asking Under Armour where her check is. “I should, right!” the retired two-time world championship medalist and two-time NCAA all-around champion said. Nichols is kidding. Well, mostly. She did
Joe Biden on Richardson marijuana test 'rules are rules'
Joe Biden on Richardson marijuana test 'rules are rules'
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American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson broke onto the scene at the U.S. Olympic trails last month, winning the 100-meter dash. But she likely won’t be allowed to compete at the Tokyo Games this month because she tested positive for THC, a chemica
Sha'Carri Richardson, U.S. sprinter, faces suspension over marijuana
Sha'Carri Richardson, U.S. sprinter, faces suspension over marijuana
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U.S. sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson reportedly tested positive for a chemical in marijuana and will likely miss out on a marquee race in the Summer Games in Tokyo. Her lawyer told NBC News that THC was detected in a drug test following her June 19 win in a 100
Boxing aims for calm, cool Olympics after years of drama
Boxing aims for calm, cool Olympics after years of drama
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After a half-decade of turmoil and drama at the highest levels of Olympic boxing, the sport's trip to Tokyo looks as if it could be fairly smooth. At least as smooth as this notoriously chaotic sport ever gets. The much-criticized International Boxing Associa
Coco Gauff headlines U.S. Olympic tennis team
Coco Gauff headlines U.S. Olympic tennis team
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The U.S. Olympic tennis team will head to Tokyo this month without some of its usual star power, propelling 17-year-old Coco Gauff into a leading role. Serena Williams and Sofia Kenin, the top-two ranked women in the U.S., both opted against competing in thi
Caster Semenya fails to reach Olympic qualifying time for 5,000 meters
Caster Semenya fails to reach Olympic qualifying time for 5,000 meters
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LIEGE, Belgium — Caster Semenya failed in her bid to achieve the qualifying time for the 5,000 meters at the Tokyo Olympics during a meeting in Belgium on Wednesday. Semenya was taking part in a race at Liege which was held after an Olympic qualifying d
Meghan McCain blasts Gwen Berry for American flag snub: 'I will die on this hill'
Meghan McCain blasts Gwen Berry for American flag snub: 'I will die on this hill'
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«The View» co-host Meghan McCain gave an impassioned rant blasting Olympic athlete Gwen Berry for turning her back to the U.S. flag on the medal stand over the weekend, saying the hammer thrower and activist is providing propaganda for America's e
White House supports Olympian Gwen Berry's anthem protest
White House supports Olympian Gwen Berry's anthem protest
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After Gwen Berry protested during the playing of the national anthem at the Olympic Trials on Saturday, turning away from the flag before draping a T-shirt over her face, the U.S. hammer thrower has experienced a mixed bag of criticism and support. One of tho
Simona Halep, Stan Wawrinka withdrawals thin already depleted Olympic tennis field
Simona Halep, Stan Wawrinka withdrawals thin already depleted Olympic tennis field
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The Olympic tennis field will be without two more top players as women's world No. 3 Simona Halep of Romania and three-time Grand Slam title winner Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland announced their withdrawal from the Games on Tuesday, thinning the competition in
