The Latest Breaking News from Paris

Like her men’s counterpart Kevon Williams, co-captain of women’s Eagles says Americans can find Olympic glory

Baron Pierre de Coubertin, the controversial French founder of the modern Olympics, is proving to be a divisive figure for organisers of the Paris Games. Yet while some deplore his sexist and colonialist remarks, others have praised his dedication to using sport to promote peace, viewing him as a visionary…

French security forces began locking down large parts of central Paris on Thursday ahead of the hugely complex Olympics opening ceremony next week on the river Seine.

Tom Green and Jean van der Westhuyzen would make Australian Olympic history if they can adapt to the shortened distance and defend their K2 gold medal in Paris.

The cost of hosting Paris 2024, the 33rd Olympics, is predicted to be more than A$14 billion.

Swimmer Kaylee McKeown isn't taking heed of the hype as she targets three individual Olympic gold medals at the Paris Games.

Encouraging displays against Serbia and the US have given coach Brian Goorjian cause for optimism as the new-look Boomers chase Olympic medal glory in Paris.

Delta Air Lines is celebrating members of Team USA as the athletes head off to Paris for the Summer Olympic Games

Here are three big narratives to keep an eye on during the exciting event.