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Olympic 400 metres freestyle champion Ahmed Hafnaoui will miss the Paris Games, Africa Aquatics (AA) said on Tuesday.

Badminton leader's ban upheld in sex-abuse case

An arbitrator upheld the five-year suspension of USA Badminton's CEO, Linda French, for interfering in the reporting of misconduct in a long-running case about a coach accused of sexually abusing a teenager nearly a decade before the episode was reported.

Olympics News / ESPN / 10 hours ago

Oklahoma St. names Taylor new wrestling coach

Olympic gold medalist David Taylor has been named the new wrestling coach at Oklahoma State.

Kipchoge opens up on abuse after Kiptum death

Two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge has revealed the impact that online abuse following the death of fellow Kenyan marathon runner Kelvin Kiptum has had on his career and mental health.

Olympics News / ESPN / 19 hours ago

Daley headlines GB synchro diving for Paris '24

Team GB announced its synchronised diving squad for the Paris 2024 on Tuesday, confirming that Tom Daley will compete at his fifth Olympics Games.

Olympics News / ESPN / May 5

Hayle, Badane earn titles at Prague Marathon

- Lemi Berhanu Hayle of Ethiopia won the Prague international marathon on Sunday while his fellow countrywoman Bedatu Hirpa Badane won the women's race.

Olympics News / ESPN / May 4

How a 6-year-old marathoner ignited America's parenting debate

When 6-year-old Rainier Crawford crossed the finish line at the 2022 Flying Pig Marathon, the backlash immediately followed. But his dad makes no apologies as he pushes for children's rights.

Olympics News / ESPN / May 4

IOC imposes 15-year ban on Sheikh Ahmad

The IOC has suspended former Olympic power broker Sheikh Ahmad of Kuwait for 15 years after his conviction for forgery was upheld on appeal this year at a Swiss criminal appeals court.

Olympics News / ESPN / May 3

IOC hints at lack of solidarity in prize money call

International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach has suggested that instead of offering prize money for Olympic gold medallists in Paris, World Athletics should focus its funding on supporting athletes at the other end of the spectrum.

Olympics News / ESPN / May 3

Ledecky, Thorpe to receive Medal of Freedom

Katie Ledecky, the most decorated women's swimmer in history, and Jim Thorpe, the first Native American to win an Olympic gold medal for the United States, will be among 19 people to be honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

USA's Coburn fractures ankle, Paris dream 'over'

Three-time U.S. Olympian Emma Coburn says her "dream of Paris is over" after breaking her ankle at the Diamond League meet in Shanghai and undergoing surgery.

Olympics News / ESPN / May 3

Dutch gold medal figure skater Dijkstra dies at 82

Sjoukje Dijkstra, the figure skater who in 1964 became the first Dutch athlete to win a gold medal at the Winter Olympics, has died at the age of 82.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / April 30

Devin Haney Could Sack His Father Bill Following His Loss To Garcia – ‘This Is His Decision’

Bill Haney has accused Ryan Garcia of cheating following the boxer’s win over his son Devin Haney, who may sever ties with his father. Garcia sent Haney to the canvas three times before securing a majority decision win.

Jose Ramirez News / Big Fight Weekend / April 28

Jose Ramirez Helps His Cause To Return To World Title Picture

Former unified junior welterweight champ Jose Ramirez had been off for over a year, but he returned to the ring Saturday night and gutted out an easy decision win to keep himself relevant for a potential title shot down the road.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / April 27

David Benavidez Reveals ‘Only Thing’ That Munguia Has to Do Against Canelo

Pound-for-pound king Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez (60-2-2, 39 KOs) is gearing up to ring in the Cinco de Mayo weekend with a sensational showdown against the Mexican phenom Jaime Munguia (43-0, 34 KOs).

Gervonta Davis News / BoxingNews.com / April 27

Shakur Tells Tank Davis To Come See Him – ‘Tired Of Talking, Stop Ducking’

Shakur Stevenson called out Gervonta Davis, telling him to stop ducking. Davis, the WBA Lightweight Champion, defends his title against Frank Martin on June 15.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / April 26

Clash of Redemption: Peter McGrail and Marc Leach Target NXTGEN Victory in Liverpool

Peter McGrail (8-1, 5 KOs) and Marc Leach (18-3-1, 4 KOs) will look to return to winning ways when they clash on Saturday, April 27. The two super bantamweights fight in the main event of a Matchroom Boxing NXTGEN card at the Exhibition Centre in Liverpool, England.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / April 25

Peter McGrail vs Marc Leach Final Press Conference Quotes

Earlier today, Matchroom Boxing hosted their final press conference before Saturday’s main event, which features super bantamweight Peter McGrail (8-1, 5 KOs) facing Marc Leach (18-3-1, 4 KOs) at the Exhibition Centre in Liverpool, UK.

Teofimo Lopez News / Ringside Intel / April 25

Teofimo Lopez Next Fight: ‘The Takeover’ Is Back In June on ESPN

The Teofimo Lopez next fight news is official, as “The Takeover” returns in June. Lopez will defend his WBO junior welterweight championship live on ESPN.

David Benavidez News / Ringside Intel / April 24

David Benavidez Next Fight: ‘El Monstruo’ Seeks Another Title

The David Benavidez next fight news is here, as “El Monstruo” will return to the boxing ring in June. Benavidez will be competing for the interim WBC light heavyweight championship.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / April 24

Terence Crawford vs Israil Madrimov Set For Aug 3 In L.A.

April 24, 2024 (New York/Saudi Arabia): His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA),

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / April 22

Gervonta Davis Responds to Frank Martin Insult

On June 15 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Gervonta “Tank” Davis (29-0, 27 KOs) will face Frank Martin (18-0, 12 KOs) on a Premier Boxing Champions card streamed on Amazon Prime.

Joel Embiid News / Fadeaway World / April 18

Leaked Letter Shows Joel Embiid Wanting To Join French Team In 2021

In a surprising turn of events, a leaked letter from 2021 reveals that Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers' center, expressed his desire to play for the French national basketball team before ultimately choosing to represent the United States. "After discussion with the French Basketball Federation, my choice has now been made.