The Irony And The Ecstasy Of India's First Medalist In Rio Olympics
Sakshi Malik — a 23-year-old woman from a patriarchal state — wrestled her way to a bronze medal.
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A Surprising Theory About Jamaica's Amazing Running Success
How did a modestly-sized, developing country become dominant in sprinting?
A Swimmer's 'Period' Comment Breaks Taboos In Sports — And In China
When Olympian Fu Yuanhui said "my period started last night," she shed light on shifting attitudes toward menstruation in her homeland.
Olympic Athletes Prove That Older Doesn't Have To Mean Slower
Cyclist Kristin Armstrong, who won Olympic gold at age 42, is one of many athletes saying that high-level sports aren't just for the young. And scientists say exercise reduces aging's toll for us all.
When Swimmers Get Out Of Sync, The Result Can Be A Kick In The Head
Synchronized swimming is known for its demanding precision. Less known are the injuries, like concussions, that can occur in athletes perfecting and performing the moves requiring that precision.
U.S. Women's Field Hockey Team Exits Olympics With Quarterfinal Loss To Germany
It was a bittersweet end to the Olympics for a U.S. squad that had aspired to a medal — and started play in Brazil with wins over world No. 2 Argentina and No. 3 Australia.
Black U.S. Olympians Won In Nazi Germany Only To Be Overlooked At Home
Jesse Owens is still the most famous name from the 1936 Olympics in Nazi-controlled Berlin. But a new documentary highlights 17 other African-American athletes who also made their mark.
U.S. Women Edge France, Passing A Tough Test In Olympic Soccer
A tense tone dominated with both offenses repeatedly getting the ball into the penalty area. All shots were turned away but one, by American Carli Lloyd.
Rio Throws A Party For The World, Kicking Off The 2016 Olympics
After months of negative news, Rio ushers in the Summer Olympics on Friday night. And the city finally gets to do what it's famous for: putting on a grand spectacle.
An American Muslim Fencer Lunges Into U.S. Olympic History In Rio
Fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad is set to become the first U.S. athlete to compete in the Olympic Games while wearing a hijab.