Watch the True Story of Yusra and Sarah Mardini in Netflix’s ‘The Swimmers’
‘The Swimmers’ presents the true story of sisters Sarah and Yusra Mardini who fled Syria to have a chance at swimming at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Mexican Olympic Committee Meets with IOC About 2036 Olympic Bid
Mexico is seeking to host a second Summer Games after becoming the first Latin American country to host an Olympics back in 1968 in Mexico City.
Olympic Roundup: India’s Legal Issues Drag On as International Suspension Looms
Despite three rulings by India’s Supreme Court in the past week, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is no closer to avoiding another suspension.
How Do the French Feel About the Paris 2024 Olympics?
The IOC recently touted report showing overwhelming support for the next Summer Games, but another poll painted a different picture of approval ratings.
Dates For 2028 Olympic Games In Los Angeles Announced
The Organizing Committee announced Monday that the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles will run from July 14-30, 2028.
Former IOC Vice President Says Russia & Belarus May Be Banned From Paris 2024
Former VP and current IOC senior member Craig Reedie says Russia and Belarus could end up being banned from competing at the 2024 Olympic Games.
35 Paesi, Inclusa L’Italia, Firmano Richiesta Di Ulteriori Sanzioni Per Russia
I rappresentanti di 35 nazioni, tra cui l’Italia, hanno firmato una dichiarazione per chiedere maggiori sanzioni contro la Russia
Olympic Roundup: 35 Countries Call For More Russia Sanctions; Griner Pleads Guilty
Representatives of 35 nations, including the U.S., signed a statement last week seeking more sanctions on Russia and Belarus.
La FINA restringe a las mujeres transgénero competir en categoría femenina
La FINA decidió que las mujeres transgénero tendrán que haber suprimido la pubertad masculina a los 12 años para poder competir en categoría femenina.
FINA Votes to Restrict Transgender Women, Add ‘Open’ Category
FINA voted Sunday to ban transgender women from competing in women’s categories if they have gone through any part of the male puberty process.
Legendary Swimmer Alexander Popov Believes Russian Sanctions Will Soon Be Lifted
Popov, a four-time Olympic champion, says that sporting event organizers are suffering material loss with Russian and Belarusians absent.
WADA Founder, IOC Member Dick Pound Retiring At The Age of 80
After over 60 years of involvement with the Olympic movement, Pound will retire at the end of 2022.
IOC President Bach Explains Stance on Russia Sanctions
Both Russian members of the IOC did not participate in Friday’s session despite president Thomas Bach’s support, according to Reuters.
IOC President Thomas Bach: “Our Olympic Mission is a Humanitarian Mission”
Bach closed the 139th IOC session by addressing the membership on the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on the world of sport.
Mark Stockwell Falls Short In Bid For Australian Olympic Committee President
Stockwell, a three-time Olympic medalist, is married to recently-named Swimming Australia President Tracy Stockwell (née Caulkins).
