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China’s internet explodes with pride at ending US swim relay reign – and a sense of vindication

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Palestinian Olympic swimmer is living a personal dream, fighting for her homeland through sport

Paris CNN  —  In the heart of Paris, the 2024 Summer Olympic Games are in full swing. The Games are…

A slip on the balance beam and penalties on the floor cost Simone Biles another gold medal

Paris CNN  —  Simone Biles slipped off the balance beam and incurred costly penalties on the floor as she failed…

Afghan Olympic sprinter sends powerful message to Taliban on women’s rights

CNN  —  For Kimia Yousofi, it was never about winning the gold. The Afghan sprinter may have finished last in her…

‘Mario Kart with boats’: Meet kayak cross, the sport taking over social media and making its Olympic debut

CNN  —  With its breakneck competition, exhilarating starts and whitewater waves, the kayak cross has proven to be one of…

Noah Lyles takes the Olympic gold in the 100-meter dash by the slimmest of margins

Saint-Denis, France CNN  —  An American is once again the world’s fastest man. Noah Lyles earned that title and the…