Olympic Games

US Olympic wrestler Kyle Snyder has been arrested after police set up a prostitution sting in Ohio

Gold medal-winning Olympian arrested in prostitution sting

Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy has revealed that treatment for his prostate cancer diagnosis left him struggling to finish a bike ride in Greece.

Sir Chris Hoy reveals struggle to finish bike ride amid cancer battle

Kirsty Coventry, who is Africa’s most successful Olympic athlete, wants to be the first female President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). (Photo: Getty Images)

Olympian wants to be first female President of IOC - who is she?

Ryding has had to get accustomed to two changes in his life. new skis and a new role as a father

Ryding still aiming for fifth Olympic Winter Games at Milano Cortina

Skier Zoe Atkin gaining new perspective ahead of Milano Cortina 2026

LA will host the next edition of the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028, as well as matches during the 2026 Fifa World Cup. (Photo: NationalWorld/Kim Mogg)

Blazing wildfires threaten next Olympics and 2026 World Cup matches

Dame Laura Kenny and Sir Jason Kenny are expecting their third child together.

Dame Laura Kenny announces she is pregnant with third child

Earrings as seen on Emily in Paris - get the look from Ottoman Hands

Earrings as seen on Emily in Paris - get the look with styles from £24

Swimmers taking part in the 1964 Tokyo Olympics

US Olympic swimming trailblazer Susan Pitt Anderson has died aged 76

Former Nigerian goalkeeper Peter Fregene has died age 77.

Tributes paid to beloved international goalkeeper who has died age 77

Australian Dick Caine - who trained a number of Olympic and world champion swimmers - has died just weeks after child sex abuse conviction.

Olympic swimming coach dead weeks after abuse conviction

Otis Davis won a gold medal in dramatic fashion in 1960.

Gold medal winning Olympian dies aged 92

Tom Craig faces a 12 month ban.

Olympian handed ban after trying to purchase cocaine at Olympics

Holly Ramsay, daughter of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, has announced her engagement to Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty.

Gordon Ramsay's daughter Holly announces engagement to Adam Peaty

Bradly Sinden pleased to share Paris heartbreak with mum Sheryl

Bradly Sinden pinpoints impact of vital funding on stellar career

Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei (in the yellow vest) has died after a brutal attack saw her boyfriend douse her in petrol and set her on fire.

Olympic runner dies after boyfriend allegedly set her on fire
Olympic long-distance runner Rebecca Cheptegei has died after her ex-boyfriend allegedly set her on fire.
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Daniela Larreal Chirinos, who appeared at the 1992, 1996, 2000, 2004, and 2012 Olympic Games, was found dead at her home in Las Vegas.

Olympic cyclist found dead at home after 'choking on food'

PGA Tour golfer Hideki Matsuyama was robbed at an airport in London this week while traveling from the Olympics in Paris. (Photo: Getty Images)

Sports star robbed at UK airport

Netherlands' volleyball player Steven van de Velde gestures as he addresses media representatives during a press conference at the European Beach Volleyball Championships in The Hague on August 13, 2024, following his participation in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games

Child rapist Steven van de Velde considered quitting Paris Olympics

The five viral sensations of the Paris Olympics 2024: Anthony Ammirati, Yusuf Dikeç, Rachael Gunn, Stephen Nedoroscik, and Gabriel Medina

Who won the Olympics? These five competitors are my winners

Sunisa Lee has joined in on Olympic TikTok trend (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

What are your kids watching on TikTok? Olympic trend explained

The Olympics inspires millions to do more exercise - here's why this is so important

Motivated by the Olympics? Here's why exercise is so good for us

Andy Murray and Dan Evans embrace as Murray ended his career at Paris 2024

Andy Murray's glittering career comes to an end at Paris 2024

Aldi has launched new Olympic themed Team GB Specialbuys

Aldi's new Olympics Kevin the Carrot eclipsed by other Team GB items

Jack Laugher (left) and Anthony Harding collect their bronze medals in Paris

Laugher and Harding master world's toughest dive for Olympic bronze

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These rare 2012 Olympic coins from London games are worth up to £150

Thick black smoke seen at Paris' Charles de Gaulle Airport
Thick black smoke has been seen billowing from Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris on Wednesday afternoon, causing alarm just days after a series of train attacks that have heightened security concerns as the city hosts the 2024 Summer Olympics.
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Julia appeared on BBC's Antiques Roadshow with a collection of her grandmother's sporting accolades.

BBC guest stunned by value of grandmother's 100-year-old Olympic medal

You could win a three-night curated tour of Paris for two if you can predict Team GB gold medal haul

Paris getaway up for grabs if you predict Team GB gold medal haul

Wilson won bronze at Tokyo 2020

Wilson makes up for lost time as Paris 2024 windsurfing begins

Our review of Discovery+ coverage of the Olympics 2024. Photo: LUIS ROBAYO/AFP via Getty Images/ Matt Mohan-Hickson for insert image

Olympics on Discovery+: 5 things I love and 3 things I don't Matthew Mohan-Hickson

The Australian team had just won gold

Broadcaster removed after sexist remark about gold medal winners

Cyclist Henderson battles back from two broken collarbones for silver

Fraser puts rollercoaster behind him for steady Paris performance

Iconic BBC shows dropped for Paris Olympics coverage - full list

The 2024 Olympics are taking place in Paris, France.

The 13 highest-earning athletes at the 2024 Olympics

The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony will take place this week.

Paris Olympics 2024: Weirdest regulations in the Olympic rulebook

Reality TV star, chef and alleged spy Kirill Gryaznov, who has been arrested after supposedly planning to disrupt the Paris Olympics. Photo by Instagram/kirillgryaznoff.

TV star and alleged spy arrested over plan to sabotage Paris Olympics

Paula Radcliffe has apologised for her comments in a controversial LBC interview.

Radcliffe 'mortified' after wishing rapist at Olympic 'best of luck'

Olympic torch. (Photo by Kristy Sparow/Getty Images)

How to watch the Olympics on Discovery Plus - and cost

Olympic athletes have been using Nurosym ear pieces. Photo: Nurosym

Paris 2024: why are Olympic athletes wearing earpieces?

There is a “growing concern” that there will be a second outbreak of bedbugs in the UK due to the Olympic Games being hosted in Paris. (Photo: Alamy/PA)

'Growing concern' of Olympics causing second bed bug outbreak in UK

There is still time to book a last-minute trip to get in on the action of the Paris Olympic Games. (Photo: NationalWorld/Kim Mogg)

Last-minute flights and accommodation in Paris to watch Olympics

Flights into Paris for the Olympic Games could now be at risk as airport staff at Orly and Charles de Gaulle airports are threatening to strike. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

Flights to popular holiday destination at risk

Georgie Brayshaw, left, with her women's quad sculls crew-mates (Picture: Benedict Tufnell/British Rowing)

Team GB rower had harrowing horse accident that left her in coma

Reid is one of six boxing stars selected by Team GB

Team GB boxer Chantelle Reid reveals remarkable rise to Paris Olympics

Regarded as the most dominant sprint breaststroke swimmer of all time, Peaty believes he has 'nothing left to prove' in his career but he will still be pushing for a third consecutive gold this summer

ChatGPT predicts who will win first gold for Team GB

Torch bearer Matthias Dandois, French bicycle rider, poses for a photo with the Olympic Torch with the Eiffel Tower in view (Photo: Maja Hitij/Getty Images)

Businesses urged to be 'flexible' about time off to watch Olympics

Andy Murray has announced that he will retire from tennis after the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris.

Andy Murray to retirement from tennis after Olympics

Paris will become the second city to host the Olympics three different times when the 33rd Games officially open this week.

Everything you need to know about Paris 2024 Olympic Games venues

Argentina wonderkid Julian Alvarez will hope to add to his incredible list of honours after winning the Copa America earlier in the summer.

The nine Premier League stars to watch in the Olympic Games

Say goodbye to your Adidas Sambas and hello to the new ‘It’ trainer as seen on Bella Hadid and A$AP Nast. Picture: Getty/Adidas

Say goodbye to your Adidas Sambas and hello to the new ‘It’ trainer

The mayor of Paris has taken a dip in the river Seine to prove to Olympic athletes that it will be safe for them to swim in. (Photo: Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images)

Paris mayor swims in river Seine to prove its clean ahead of Olympics

First Dates star Fred Sirieix is set for a surprise switch to the BBC.

Fred Sirieix's gets shock commentating job for Olympics

Team GB is in good shape for the Paris Olympics

Everything you need to know as Team GB sends 327 athletes to Olympics

Paris 2024 offers sports fans the opportunity to experience the French capital - but the choice of attractions can feel overwhelming. Picture: Jamie Jones / NationalWorld

How to make the most from a trip to Paris 2024 from someone who’s been