Olympics

Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts after he was defeated by Germany's Alexander Zverev during a semifinal match of the tennis competition on Friday at the Summer Olympics.

Novak Djokovic's 'Golden Slam' Dreams Are Crushed With Olympic Semifinal Elimination

10:10am July 30, 2021

by Merrit Kennedy

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.

Zhang Yufei of China swims toward an Olympic record and gold medal in the women's 200-meter butterfly final at the Tokyo Olympics.

Olympics Spoilers Are Frustrating. Here's How You Can Avoid Them

8:30pm July 29, 2021

by Jonathan Franklin

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.

U.S. gymnast Sunisa Lee finishes on the uneven bars during the gymnastics women's all-around final at the Summer Olympics on Thursday.

Sunisa Lee Claims Olympic Gold And Shows U.S. Gymnastics Has More Than 1 Superstar

5:07pm July 29, 2021

by Merrit Kennedy

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.

Luis Grijalva, a student at Northern Arizona University, has qualified to compete at the Tokyo Olympics and represent his home country of Guatemala. But as a DACA recipient he couldn't leave the United States without special permission.

His DACA Status Almost Dashed His Olympic Hopes. He Just Got The All-Clear

3:42pm July 28, 2021

by Deepa Shivaram

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.

British Olympic diver Tom Daley won his first gold medal on Monday after competing in three other Olympic games.

Openly LGBTQ Olympians Would Rank 14th In Medal Wins If They Were A Country

7:34pm July 27, 2021

by Vanessa Romo

Ten years ago there were only about two dozen openly LGBTQ Olympians competing in the games. Today, there are more than 160.

U.S. player Allisha Gray blocks a shot by Yulia Kozik from Russia on Sunday during a women's 3-on-3 basketball game at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.

The U.S. Will Likely Medal In 3x3 Basketball. What To Know About The New Sport

1:24pm July 27, 2021

by Merrit Kennedy

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.

U.S. beach volleyball player Jake Gibb, shown here in 2016, is continuing to compete in the Tokyo Olympics after his partner tested positive for the coronavirus.

After Just 3 Practices, U.S. Beach Volleyballers Notch A Big Win In Tokyo

10:25am July 26, 2021

by Merrit Kennedy

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.

Gold medalist Lee Kiefer of the United States shows her medal and victory bouquet during the medal ceremony for the women's individual foil final competition on Sunday at the Summer Olympics.

The Flowers For Olympic Medalists Carry Deep Meaning In Japan

9:50am July 26, 2021

by Merrit Kennedy

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.

Uruguay flag bearers Deborah Rodriguez and Bruno Cetraro Berriolo lead their team out during the opening ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium.

Can't-Miss Moments From The Olympics Opening Ceremony

4:20pm July 23, 2021

From pictogram people to a moving rendition of "Imagine," the Tokyo Olympics' opening ceremony balanced fun with the seriousness of the moment.

The Olympic Rings are included at the opening ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games on Friday.

Olympic Opening Ceremony Is A Delicate Mix Of Celebration and Solemnity

4:06pm July 23, 2021

The fanfare and celebration unfolded in a virtually empty stadium, as Japanese protesters gathered nearby to register their discontent over the world's largest sports event.