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Marshall "Major" Taylor pedaled into history as cycling's first Black world champion—and possibly sport's first international celebrity, despite Jim Crow barriers that locked him out of local clubs.
Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo claimed gold in the grueling 50km cross-country ski race at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, cementing Norway's dominance on the slopes.
Ben Ogden just ended America's 50-year medal drought in Olympic men's cross-country skiing. The Vermonter's silver in Milan-Cortina reignited hope for U.S. distance skiing.
Alex Ferreira claimed gold in men's freeski halfpipe at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, delivering a dominant performance on day fourteen in Livigno, Italy.
The Americans survived a thrilling overtime thriller to reach Friday's semifinal against Slovakia—one win away from a gold medal showdown with Canada.
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Olympic cross-country skier Ben Ogden just made history—and he's doing it with knitting needles in hand.
Drones are taking to the skies to fight a £1bn-a-year problem: England's illegal waste dumping crisis. A new 33-strong unit launches today.
Nestled in the heart of Milan, a stunning 1930s villa-turned-museum has become the temporary home for South Korea during the Olympics, offering a unique cultural backdrop.
Akwasi Frimpong, Ghana's winter sports star, is a world-class wisecracker who defies the serious athlete stereotype, reflecting on his journey as a Black African in the white-dominated winter sports world.
Flawless performances are a myth. For decades, coaches strived to engineer Olympians' "flow state," that elusive zone where everything clicks. But the pursuit of perfection often falls short.
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A last-second overtime goal by defenseman Quinn Hughes propels Team USA to a semifinal showdown with Slovakia. Meanwhile, Canada narrowly advances to face Finland.
A furry intruder stole the show at the Olympic cross-country skiing team sprint, as a Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazgul crashed the race, delighting spectators in Lago Di Tesero, Italy.
Soaring through the snow, U.S. skiers Ben Ogden and Gus Schumacher clinched a silver medal in the thrilling Olympic cross-country team sprint, while Jessie Diggins and the women's team narrowly missed the podium.
Shiffrin's golden moment: After stumbling in her first two races, the skiing star clinched Olympic glory in a thrilling third contest.
Shohei Ohtani's meteoric rise from obscurity to MLB stardom holds the key to crushing your own ambitions, says a Harvard Business School professor.
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At 87, Conrad Andringa is the heart of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, cheering on his grandson's girlfriend, US mogul skier Tess Johnson, with unwavering passion.
Jordan Stolz and Jenning de Boo, the world's premier speedskating sprinters, engage in a fierce yet respectful competition, captivating audiences with their unparalleled skill and sportsmanship.
Two veteran U.S. bobsledders, Elana Meyers Taylor, 41, and Kaillie Humphreys, 40, defied age and expectations, clinching gold and bronze medals in a thrilling Olympic showdown.
Triumphant Brignone claims another Olympic gold as rivals bow in respect, cementing her status as a skiing legend.
The Olympic stage remains closed to women in Nordic combined, despite athletes' tireless efforts. Their hopes for 2030 hinge on the world watching this week's men's events.
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Hurtling around the ice at 30 mph, U.S. Olympic speed skaters push the limits of teamwork, drafting mere inches apart to dominate the team pursuit event.
Ishan Kishan's masterful 77 on a treacherous Colombo pitch propelled India to a commanding 61-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup group stage clash.
Soaring to victory, Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea clinched the U.S. team's first figure skating gold at the Games, a historic moment.
Judo's thunderous slams captivated Deaflympics crowds, showcasing the sport's raw power and athleticism. Deaf athletes defied gravity, leaving spectators in awe.
Speedskating prodigy Jordan Stolz etches his name in Olympic history, joining the elite ranks of Eric Heiden as the only athletes to claim gold in both the 500 and 1,000-meter events.
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Defying age and expectations, a 54-year-old personal injury attorney from Minnesota became the oldest American to compete in the Winter Olympics, captivating fans with his historic debut.
Rivals on the slopes, partners in life - these 2026 Winter Games power couples prove love can thrive even in the fiercest competition.
Kitty cats and cloud hands - the surprising pre-game rituals of U.S. Olympic snowboarders as they psych themselves up for the halfpipe with heavy metal, pop tunes, and ancient Chinese meditation.
Shattered dreams: Three-time Olympic medalist Lindsey Vonn's Milano Cortina hopes ended in a devastating crash, leaving her with a broken leg and an uncertain Olympic future.
Triumph and tragedy collide as Team USA navigates the Olympic Winter Games, where only the world's elite compete for the ultimate prize.
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Jessie Diggins, a 34-year-old U.S. cross-country skiing legend, defied injury to clinch a bronze medal at the Milan Cortina Games, cementing her status as a three-time Olympic medalist.
Nestled among towering peaks, Cortina d'Ampezzo hosts the 2026 Winter Olympics, where athletes will compete in thrilling skiing and sliding events.
Veteran U.S. ice dance duo Chock and Bates were poised for gold, but a French pair shrouded in scandal clinched the top spot in a nail-biting Olympic finish.
The world's best athletes dazzle at the Winter Games, but Jennifer Garner aims to expand the lineup. The star mom's Instagram video hints at a new Olympic event: snow-filled fun.
Nanoseconds decide gold or defeat. As sports teams chase every edge, Grist reveals a surprising performance booster: banning fluorinated chemicals.
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After a 50-year drought, American Ben Ogden clinched silver in the cross-country skiing sprint classic at the 2026 Winter Olympics, ending the U.S. men's medal famine in the sport.
Downhill skiers can now breathe easier with the revolutionary airbag vest that shields them from high-speed crashes on the slopes.
Mikaela Shiffrin, the slalom star, and Breezy Johnson, the downhill gold medalist, team up as a formidable duo in the Olympics' thrilling team combined event. All eyes are on this medal-favorite pairing.
Singing the National Anthem at the Super Bowl is an honor for artists. It’s also a moment when all eyes are on the singer, and the critics just love to give their opinions. There have been some very good performances over the years, and some that weren’t so great. Whitney Houston’s powerful 1991 ren...