Olympics News
European federation rejects gymnasts from Russia, Belarus
The European Gymnastics Congress has ignored a decision by the International Gymnastics Federation and voted against the return of athletes from Russia and Belarus to international tournaments next year.
Gas leak detected at 2024 Olympic Village site, says police
A gas leak was detected on the construction site of the Paris 2024 Olympic Village while International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach was visiting the area on Friday, police said.
Ruling in Kamila Valieva doping case could take until February
There could be yet another delay in the doping case of Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva, with a ruling now potentially coming more than two years since her positive test rocked the Beijing Winter Olympics.
Opening 3 stages of 2025 Tour de France set for northern France
The first three stages of the 2025 Tour de France will take place in the north of the country, organizers said, with a sprinter likely to grab the first yellow jersey.
Cyclist Sante Gaiardoni, two-time gold medalist, dies at 84
Cyclist Sante Gaiardoni, a two-time Olympic champion, has died at the age of 84, according to the Italian Cycling Federation.
Paris aims to make River Seine suitable for swimming by Olympics
The River Seine is already suitable for bathing two days out of three on average in the summer, but Paris is hoping to further improve the water quality as next year's Olympics loom.