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March 18, 2024 at 1:55 PM

Laura Kenny retires from cycling as Britain’s most successful female Olympic athlete with 5 golds

Multiple Olympic champion Laura Kenny has announced her retirement from cycling because she wants to spend more time at home with her family
March 18, 2024 at 1:55 PM
March 11, 2024 at 5:02 PM

Stricter drug testing before Paris Olympics ordered for track and field athletes from 4 countries

Track and field athletes from Brazil, Ecuador, Peru and Portugal will be tested more often ahead of the Paris Olympics because of sub-standard anti-doping programs at home
March 11, 2024 at 5:02 PM
March 5, 2024 at 3:42 AM

Paris Olympics unveils art deco-style posters inspired by the city's flamboyant past

Vibrant colors and striking landmarks illuminate posters for the Paris Olympic Games in an art deco style inspired by the city’s flamboyant past
March 5, 2024 at 3:42 AM
Vibrant posters for Paris Olympics inspired by city's flamboyant past
March 1, 2024 at 5:13 PM

Olympic skating 101

ABC News’ Will Ganss has everything you need to know about the coolest sport on ice.
March 1, 2024 at 5:13 PM
Olympic skating 101
February 27, 2024 at 4:06 PM

Gymnast Fred Richard talks preparations for 2024 Olympics

The viral teen gymnast discusses his aspirations after his historic wins and rise in popularity on social media.
February 27, 2024 at 4:06 PM
Gymnast Fred Richard talks preparations for 2024 Olympics
2 months ago

Russian figure skater disqualified 2 years after Winter 2022 Olympics

The 2022 U.S. Olympic figure skating team has officially become a gold medal winning team after the Russian teen skater was disqualified.
2 months ago
Russian figure skater disqualified 2 years after Winter 2022 Olympics
2 months ago

US figure skating team to receive 1st gold medal following Russia disqualification

Despite Russia's disqualification, they will still receive the bronze medal following the IOC ruling.
2 months ago
US figure skating team to receive 1st gold medal following Russia disqualification
2 months ago

Kamila Valieva timeline: From failed drug test to stripped Olympic gold medal

The 15-year-old sensation was expected to win gold in women's singles.
2 months ago
Kamila Valieva timeline: From failed drug test to stripped Olympic gold medal
2 months ago

2022 US Olympic figure skating team awarded gold medal

The announcement came after Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva was officially disqualified for doping by the International Olympic Committee.
2 months ago
2022 US Olympic figure skating team awarded gold medal
2 months ago

US to receive gold medals in wake of figure skater Valieva's Olympic DQ

The International Olympic Committee’s decision comes after a Russian athlete’s doping scandal rocked the 2022 Beijing Games. ABC News’ Lionel Moise reports.
2 months ago
US to receive gold medals in wake of figure skater Valieva's Olympic DQ
5 months ago

Mary Lou Retton suffers 'scary setback' as she battles pneumonia in ICU, daughter says

The gold medal-winning gymnast and mom of four is 55 years old.
5 months ago
Mary Lou Retton suffers 'scary setback' in ICU, daughter says
5 months ago

Anthony Nesty makes history as head coach for US men's swim team at Paris Olympics

The Suriname native, who also serves as head coach of the University of Florida's men's and women's swim teams, is the first Black head coach in U.S. Olympic swim history.
5 months ago
Anthony Nesty makes history as head coach for US men's swim team at Paris Olympics
5 months ago

Olympic idol Mary Lou Retton making ‘remarkable’ progress in health battle

The Olympian’s daughter reported that she is responding successfully to treatment of the rare form of pneumonia she is battling.
5 months ago
Olympic idol Mary Lou Retton making ‘remarkable’ progress in health battle
5 months ago

Olympian Mary Lou Retton battles rare form of pneumonia

The 1984 gold medalist’s daughter says she’s fighting for her life in the intensive care unit with a very rare form of pneumonia.
5 months ago
Olympian Mary Lou Retton battles rare form of pneumonia
6 months ago

Paris battles bedbugs ahead of 2024 Summer Olympics

Bedbugs are not new to Paris, but the issue has become widely publicized in recent weeks as the French capital prepares to host the 2024 Summer Olympics.
6 months ago
Paris battles bedbugs ahead of 2024 Summer Olympics
6 months ago

Simone Biles returns to world stage with historic vault now to be named for her

Simone Biles, 26, made history landing a vault double pike, which will now be named the Biles two.
6 months ago
Simone Biles returns to world stage with historic vault
6 months ago

Simone Biles hints at Olympic return

The champion gymnast said Olympic competition would be a "a path I would love to go."
6 months ago
Simone Biles hints at Olympic return
7 months ago

Simone Biles makes gymnastics history as 8-time US national all-around champion

Gymnast Simone Biles made history with her eighth U.S. all-around title and became the oldest woman ever to win the all-around.
7 months ago
Simone Biles makes gymnastics history as 8-time US national all-around champion
7 months ago

Simone Biles makes triumphant comeback in 1st competition since Tokyo Olympics

The seven-time Olympic medalist and 2016 Olympic individual all-around champion placed first at the U.S. Classic, held in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
7 months ago
Simone Biles makes triumphant comeback in 1st competition since Tokyo Olympics
8 months ago

Katie Ledecky surpasses Michael Phelps with new record for individual world swimming titles

Katie Ledecky won the women's 800-meter freestyle to retain her title and surpass Michael Phelps with a record 16th individual gold at the world championships.
8 months ago
Katie Ledecky passes Michael Phelps for most individual world swimming titles
8 months ago

Gymnast Gabby Douglas confirms she's returning to compete in 2024

Douglas was the first African American to take home Olympics individual all-around gymnastics gold.
8 months ago
Gymnast Gabby Douglas confirms she's returning to compete in 2024
9 months ago

Simone Biles set to return to competition for 1st time since Tokyo Olympics

Biles missed much of the Tokyo Games as she dealt with mental health issues.
9 months ago
Simone Biles set to return to competition for 1st time since Tokyo Olympics
9 months ago

French officials looking into possible misuse of public funds for Paris Olympics

The Olympic committee said it is cooperating fully with investigator. The search of the office is complete.
9 months ago
French officials looking into possible misuse of public funds for Paris Olympics
9 months ago

Corruption allegations amid police raid of 2024 Paris Olympics offices

French police raided the offices of the Paris Olympics organizing committee and the public company overseeing construction projects for the games.
9 months ago
Corruption allegations amid police raid of 2024 Paris Olympics offices
9 months ago

Paris Olympic HQ raided in corruption probe

France's National Financial Prosecutor's Office said it is looking into allegations of embezzlement of public funds and other serious crimes.
9 months ago
Paris Olympic HQ raided in corruption probe
9 months ago

Paris Olympics offices searched by police

Police raided the offices associated with organizers of the Paris 2024 Olympics on Tuesday as part of two financial investigations, French officials said.
9 months ago
Paris Olympics offices searched by police
9 months ago

Investigators search headquarters of the Paris Olympics

French officials tell ABC News the search is part of an investigation into alleged corruption and embezzlement of public funds.
9 months ago
Investigators search headquarters of the Paris Olympics
9 months ago

Paris Olympics offices searched by police amid financial probe, French officials say

Police in Paris searched the Paris 2024 Olympics headquarters on Tuesday.
9 months ago
Paris Olympics offices searched by police amid financial probe, French officials say
9 months ago

Meet the inspiring US athletes in Berlin for the Special Olympics World Games

Tim Shriver and Loretta Claiborne join Robin Roberts in Berlin ahead of the opening ceremonies for the Special Olympics World Games.
9 months ago
Meet the inspiring US athletes in Berlin for the Special Olympics World Games
9 months ago

Robin Roberts previews Special Olympics in Berlin

The “Good Morning America” co-host spotlights some of the athletes who are in Berlin for the games.
9 months ago
Robin Roberts previews Special Olympics in Berlin
9 months ago

Meet the American Special Olympics athletes in Berlin

“GMA” co-anchor Robin Roberts is in Berlin for the Special Olympics and speaks with organization officials Tim Shriver and Loretta Claiborne about this year's games.
9 months ago
Meet the American Special Olympics athletes in Berlin
9 months ago

US Olympians call for change after death of teammate due to childbirth complications

Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie suffered eclampsia, according to an autopsy report.
9 months ago
After winning Olympic gold, 3 teammates die or nearly die in childbirth
9 months ago

US Olympic athlete who competed in 2022 Beijing Games dies in motorcycle accident

A 24-year-old United States Olympic athlete who competed in the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games has died after being involved in a motorcycle accident, police say.
9 months ago
US Olympic athlete who competed in 2022 Beijing Games dies in motorcycle accident
10 months ago

Tori Bowie, Olympic sprinter, dies at 32

Tori Bowie, an Olympic sprinter from Mississippi, died at the age of 32, according to her management company.
10 months ago
Tori Bowie, Olympic sprinter, dies at 32
1 year ago

Olympian Allyson Felix advocates for mothers on and off the field

Allyson Felix, the most decorated Track and Field Olympian in U.S. history, is getting a collegiate field named after her. ABC News' Melissa Adan reports on Felix's impact on and off the field.
1 year ago
Olympian Allyson Felix advocates for mothers on and off the field
1 year ago

As 2024 Paris Olympics ticketing begins, some buyers raise concerns

As 2024 Paris Olympics ticketing begins, some buyers raise concerns.
1 year ago
As 2024 Paris Olympics ticketing begins, some buyers raise concerns
1 year ago

Olympian Tommie Smith discusses new book, 'Victory. Stand!'

Gold medalist Tommie Smith reflects on protesting at the 1968 Olympic Games and more in his new graphic novel memoir, "Victory. Stand! Raising My Fist for Justice."
1 year ago
Olympian Tommie Smith discusses new book, 'Victory. Stand!'
1 year ago

Suni Lee to end college gymnastics career, sets sights on 2024 Olympics

Olympian Sunisa Lee announced she is ending her college gymnastics career and returning to professional gymnastics.
1 year ago
Suni Lee to end college gymnastics career, sets sights on 2024 Olympics
1 year ago

World Anti-Doping Agency warns Russia to resolve case for ice skater Kamila Valieva

The World Anti-Doping Agency has sent a warning to Russia to resolve the ongoing doping case for teenage ice skater Kamila Valieva.
1 year ago
Russia sent warning to resolve doping case for Olympic ice skater
1 year ago

Olympian Tommie Smith on new memoir: ‘It was necessary to share the story’

ABC News Linsey Davis spoke with Olympian and civil rights activist Tommie Smith about his new graphic novel memoir, “Victory. Stand! Raising My Fist for Justice.”
1 year ago
Olympian Tommie Smith on new memoir: ‘It was necessary to share the story’
2 years ago

Meet the swim club and the Olympian trying to close the racial gap in swimming

Black Americans drown at a rate 50% higher than white Americans, according to the CDC. The Nile Swim Club is trying to undo that statistic, teaching hundreds of Black kids to swim and get in pools.
2 years ago
Meet the swim club and the Olympian trying to close the racial gap in swimming
2 years ago

Allyson Felix reflects on career after last championship run: 'It's been such a joy'

Felix, an Olympic gold medalist, is set to retire from running in August. She earned a bronze medal at the 2022 World Athletics Championships on Friday.
2 years ago
Allyson Felix runs last race of history-making career with daughter by her side
2 years ago

US Olympian regains Olympic winning-title

After winning two Gold medals in the 1912 Olympics, Jim Thorpe was stripped of them after being in violation of the Olympics’ strict amateur rules, but his medals have now been reinstated.
2 years ago
US Olympian regains Olympic winning-title
2 years ago

1996 Olympic women's basketball team talks new ESPN '30 for 30' docuseries

The U.S. women’s basketball team from the 1996 Olympics brought home the gold and also helped launch the WNBA.
2 years ago
1996 Olympic women's basketball team talks new ESPN '30 for 30' docuseries
2 years ago

California man charged in Olympic gold medal theft from US volleyball star

California man arrested and charged with the theft of Olympic volleyball player Jordyn Poulter.
2 years ago
Olympic gold medal theft from car leads to arrest
2 years ago

Florida threatens to fine Special Olympics $27 million over vaccination requirement

The letter, exclusively obtained by ABC News, was sent to the Special Olympics on Thursday night.
2 years ago
Florida threatens to fine Special Olympics $27 million over vaccination requirement
2 years ago

Olympian Tom Daley discusses new book

Olympic gold medalist and author Tom Daley shares life lessons in his new memoir, “Coming Up for Air.”
2 years ago
Olympian Tom Daley discusses new book
2 years ago

Suni Lee describes battle with impostor syndrome after winning Olympic gold

Lee, 19, is now competing as a gymnast at Auburn University.
2 years ago
Gymnast describes battle with impostor syndrome after winning Olympic gold
2 years ago

Champion French skier makes comeback in Beijing

Freestyle skier Kevin Rolland competed in his third Olympics.
2 years ago
Champion French skier makes comeback in Beijing
2 years ago

French skier Kevin Rolland faced fear at Olympics 3 years after crash

Rolland's now one of a few Olympic athletes who are talking openly about the need for mental health awareness.
2 years ago
French skier Kevin Rolland faced fear at Olympics 3 years after crash