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Police probe death threats against Paris Games opening ceremony director

Paris prosecutors announced Friday that police have launched a hate speech investigation after Thomas Jolly, the artistic director of the Olympics opening ceremony, reported receiving death threats and public insults and being defamed. Jolly filed the complaint following backlash over a controversial scene in the ceremony some saw as a…

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Olympics 2024: Bryony Page completes medal set with trampoline gold on brilliant day for Team GB

Page won silver in Rio and bronze three years ago in Tokyo

Evening Standard

What is DSD? The condition at the heart of the row over Imane Khelif's boxing gender test

The inclusion of boxers with relatively high testosterone levels in the women’s Olympics has been controversial

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Olympics 2024: Relaxed Josh Kerr cruises into 1500m semi-finals as Daryll Neita makes early statement in heats

Kerr set for gold-medal showdown with Jakob Ingebrigtsen.

Evening Standard

Paris Olympics Continue; ESPN Laces Up for Crawford-Madrimov Fight: What’s On This Weekend in TV Sports (Aug. 3-4)

A look at the weekend’s top TV sports events on broadcast, cable and streaming services

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The French baron who revived the Olympics believed they were more than sport – they were a religion of perfection and peace

Pierre de Coubertin, founder of the modern Olympics, always envisioned the Games as much more than the sum of their parts. “Olympism,” as he coined it, was a new type of religion – one shorn of gods, yet transcendent all the same.

The Conversation

The discourse over Algerian boxer Imane Khelif is disappointing, gross and dangerous

Critics of Imane Khelif should be ashamed.

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Morocco 4-0 USA: Paris Olympics men’s soccer quarter-finals – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: The Americans went down to a heavy defeat at Parc des Princes as their campaign ended in the last eight

The Guardian - US

Police investigating hate speech targeting Olympics opening ceremony artistic director Thomas Jolly

Paris prosecutors say an investigation into hate speech online has been open following a complaint by Olympics opening ceremony artistic director Thomas Jolly for “death threats,” “public insults” and “defamation.”

The Independent UK

US Men's Soccer Team Advances To Quarterfinals At Olympics

Experience the excitement at Parc des Princes as the US faces Morocco in a thrilling Olympic men's soccer quarterfinal match.

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Italian Boxer Angela Carini Quits Bout Against Algerian Opponent

Italian boxer Angela Carini's early exit from Paris Olympics bout against Imane Khelif stirs controversy and discussions.

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Olympic Cheating Scandal Erupts After Chinese Swimmer Pan Zhanle’s Gold Medal Win

“If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.” The post Olympic Cheating Scandal Erupts After Chinese Swimmer Pan Zhanle’s Gold Medal Win first appeared on Bored Panda.

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How to Watch Noah Lyles at the 2024 Paris Olympics

As the track & field portion of the Olympics starts up, Paris's purple track will be on full display, a fitting stage for some of the most astonishing athletes

Sports Illustrated

Why do swimmers wear parkas at the Olympics?

Olympic swimmers have appreared in Paris dressed for winter conditions before entering the pool

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The Conversation

What the 2024 Olympics tells us about global geopolitics

Since the Olympic Games in Paris began, the French president, Emmanuel Macron, has posted the statement “This is France!” several times on his social media platforms.

The Guardian - AU

Australia win their first rowing medal of Paris Olympics with bronze in women’s pair

Round-up: Jessica Morrison and Annabelle McIntyre took bronze medal in the coxless pair as the first day of athletics got under way at the Stade de France

Radio France Internationale

Paris mayor honours Ukraine's Olympic team in solidarity over Russian invasion

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo awarded Ukrainian athletes the Grand Vermeil Medal – the French capital’s highest distinction – as a move of solidarity during the 2024 Olympics.

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Archery At Les Invalides: Stunning Venue At Olympics In Paris

Experience the vibrant atmosphere at Les Invalides archery venue in Paris with stunning views of iconic landmarks, enhancing the Olympic spirit.

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China Dominates Diving At Olympics With Fifth Gold Medal

China's Long Daoyi and Wang Zongyuan clinch gold in a thrilling diving final in Paris, showcasing their dominance. Mexico and Team GB also shine in histori...

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Ireland's Mccarthy And O'donovan Win Gold In Lightweight Doubles

Fintan McCarthy and Paul O’Donovan secure gold in men’s lightweight doubles sculls at Tokyo Olympics, showcasing their dominance in the sport.

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Netherlands Dominates Women's Pair Rowing, Wins Gold In Tokyo

Netherlands secures gold in women's pair rowing at Tokyo Olympics with exceptional performance, showcasing skill and determination.

Sports Illustrated

Shot-Put Scientist Ryan Crouser Chases Historic Three-Peat in Paris

Despite a nagging elbow injury and pectoral muscle tear in the spring, the 31-year-old from a family of throwers will compete for a third gold medal at the 2024 Olympics.

AAP

Spain slow Gangurrus charge in fiery 3x3 win

Lauren Mansfield was sidelined as Australia were pipped 21-17 by Spain to end a four-game winning streak in the Olympics 3x3 basketball pool stage.

Fortune

The experience economy, fueled by gig-chasers and sports fanatics, is booming—and it will soon be worth $1.5 trillion

Events like the Formula One Grand Prix and the Olympics have spurred the growth of sports tourism, which accounts for a large piece of the experience pie.

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Noah Lyles's 10 Fastest 100m Times After Personal Best in Final

Noah Lyles is back on the Olympic stage for the second time in his track & field career, having qualified for the 100m and 200m races in June at the U.S. Olympi

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