See These Swimmers Share A Sweet Hug After South Africa Takes Gold And A World Record
In addition to smashing a longtime world record, Tatjana Schoenmaker took home South Africa's first gold medal of the Tokyo Games.
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Novak Djokovic's 'Golden Slam' Dreams Are Crushed With Olympic Semifinal Elimination
The Serbian star was beaten in the men's tennis semifinal by Germany's Alexander Zverev. It means Djokovic can't make history by winning all four major tournaments and Olympic gold in a single year.
Olympics Spoilers Are Frustrating. Here's How You Can Avoid Them
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of the U.S. East Coast, allowing spoilers to slip through and upsetting those who want to watch the games later in prime time. Here are some ways you can try to block the news.
Sunisa Lee Claims Olympic Gold And Shows U.S. Gymnastics Has More Than 1 Superstar
This competition was initially defined by who wasn't competing. U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time and the heavy favorite to win, pulled out to take care of her mental health.
His DACA Status Almost Dashed His Olympic Hopes. He Just Got The All-Clear
Luis Grijalva qualified to run track for his home country of Guatemala. But, being a DACA recipient, the Arizona college student needed a special permit to leave the United States in order to return.
Openly LGBTQ Olympians Would Rank 14th In Medal Wins If They Were A Country
Ten years ago there were only about two dozen openly LGBTQ Olympians competing in the games. Today, there are more than 160.
The U.S. Will Likely Medal In 3x3 Basketball. What To Know About The New Sport
Traditional basketball's scrappy cousin is making its Olympic debut in Tokyo, introducing the world to the dizzyingly fast, more compact play of the game of driveways and public parks.
After Just 3 Practices, U.S. Beach Volleyballers Notch A Big Win In Tokyo
When a U.S. beach volleyball player tested positive for coronavirus, his teammate needed to find another partner before their first Olympic match. So far, it's working.
The Flowers For Olympic Medalists Carry Deep Meaning In Japan
The elements of the bouquet carry a deeper story, and they are years in the making. They're meant to symbolize the country rising from the devastating earthquake and tsunami in 2011.
Can't-Miss Moments From The Olympics Opening Ceremony
From pictogram people to a moving rendition of "Imagine," the Tokyo Olympics' opening ceremony balanced fun with the seriousness of the moment.