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Paris Olympics: Swimmers from China set for twice as many doping tests as others amid doping controversy
Ahead of the Paris Olympics, Chinese swimmers face intensified scrutiny with at least eight drug tests each, double the norm, due to past doping controversies. World Aquatics aims to restore trust after clearing 23 swimmers of doping ahead of Tokyo 2021, a decision criticized by athletes and international bodies. Results will be closely watched amid global scrutiny of anti-doping protocols.
LeBron James at 39 still is the center of attention for USA Basketball. That won't change in Paris
LeBron James, 39, joins USA Basketball for the Paris Olympics with aims for a fifth gold, partnering with stars like Curry, Durant, Embiid, and Tatum. Under coaches Kerr, Spoelstra, and Lue, the team trains in Las Vegas and Abu Dhabi. Rising stars like Edwards and Haliburton join Celtics' Tatum, Holiday, White to rebuild from the last Olympics.
Celebrities at Wimbledon 2024: Sachin Tendulkar, David Beckham, and more
Sachin Tendulkar spotted in Wimbledon's royal box.
Mbappe unveiled as Real Madrid player in front of packed home crowd, calls signing "dream come true"
Mbappe will be wearing jersey number nine with the iconic club. Thousands of club supporters thronged to the stadium to witness the official unveiling of the new 'Galactico' Mbappe. Also present at the ceremony was the French and Real Madrid football icon Zinedine Zidane, who made a surprise appearance.
India's Shafali Verma and Harmanpreet Kaur rise in ICC T20 rankings after strong performance
Shafali Verma and Harmanpreet Kaur moved up in ICC T20 rankings after the South Africa series. Harmanpreet is 12th, Shafali 15th. Smriti Mandhana is fifth. Deepti Sharma is third among bowlers, Pooja Vastrakar 23rd, Shreyanka Patil 60th, Radha Yadav 15th. Sarah Glenn, a right-arm spinner, reached 768 points with eight wickets in England vs New Zealand series.
Gareth Southgate resigns as England manager after Euro 2024 finals drubbing
Gareth Southgate resigned as England manager on Tuesday after their Euro 2024 final loss to Spain. Southgate, who took over in 2016, led England to three semi-finals and two finals in four tournaments. "It's time for change, and for a new chapter," the 53-year-old said in a statement.
From being hapless victim of a TV sting to Olympic medallist: Lalit's journey to stardom
At the age of 17 in 2008, Indian men's hockey team striker Lalit Upadhyay's career faced a major setback due to his involvement in a scandal despite being innocent. However, through hard work and perseverance, Lalit has managed to rebuild his career, eventually becoming an Olympic medallist.
‘Video of the day for me’: Wasim Akram impressed after a young Pakistani boy imitates Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional bowling skills and distinctive action have garnered attention, with a young Pakistani fan impressively replicating his style in a viral video. Bumrah's recent success in the T20 World Cup, where he was named 'Player of the Tournament', highlights his prowess as a top bowler in the cricketing world.
Hardik Pandya to lead India in T20Is against Sri Lanka
All-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to lead India in the upcoming T20 International series against Sri Lanka from July 27. He will take a break from the following ODI series in August due to personal reasons, as confirmed by a senior BCCI source. The squad for the series will be announced soon, with a toss-up for the vice-captaincy between Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav.
Olivier Giroud retires: All-time French top scorer announces international retirement after Euro 2024 heartbreak
France's leading goal scorer, Olivier Giroud, announced his international retirement after Euro 2024. The 37-year-old striker leaves as France's top scorer with 57 goals in 137 appearances. Giroud's final match saw France lose 2-1 to Spain in the semi-finals, marking the end of an illustrious international career
FIFA asks for Club World Cup broadcast bids just 11 months before 32-team event launches in US
FIFA is seeking broadcast rights for the 32-team Club World Cup in the U.S., with key teams like Real Madrid and Manchester City participating. The tournament, to be held in June-July, aims to offer substantial prize money to teams. Talks with Apple for global rights reportedly faced challenges, with the European Club Association expressing concerns. The revamped tournament will serve as a rehearsal for the 2026 World Cup in the same U.S. venues.
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Who is carrying the Olympic torch through Paris? A BTS star, a garbage collector and more
Paris's torch relay featured Matthias Dandois and Clarisse Agbegnenou at Eiffel Tower, Thibaut Vallette on Bastille Day, Thierry Henry at Champs-Elysees. Jin of BTS carried the torch by the Louvre. Lassana Bathily honored 2015 attack victims at Pantheon. Francky Mbotto ran by Arc de Triomphe. Ludovic Franceschet brought it to City Hall, symbolizing peace.
Lionel Messi and the unmistakeable sense of an ending
During the Argentina vs. Colombia match at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, Lionel Messi sustained an ankle injury and was substituted for Nicolás González. Lautaro Martinez, the Golden Boot winner, scored the only goal, securing Argentina their 16th Copa América title. Messi, aged 37, was visibly distressed, confirming this was his final Copa América. Scaloni praised his will to keep playing despite injury, with Argentina's squad huddling around him post-match. Martino noted Messi's family is preparing for his career's end, though Messi will continue in MLS, as Argentina ended Colombia's 28-match unbeaten run.
Argentina fans revel in their Copa America triumph, a brief respite from their country's crises
Argentines celebrated their Copa America victory in stark contrast to their previous World Cup triumph, amidst economic turmoil and social unrest. Despite challenges like high inflation and political instability, the win offered a momentary respite. For many, soccer remains a vital escape from daily hardships, with Lionel Messi's presence symbolizing national pride and hope.
BCCI faces directive to stop showing tobacco ads during cricket matches
The Union Health Ministry is set to direct the BCCI to halt hoardings advertising smokeless tobacco at cricket venues, aiming to reduce youth exposure to tobacco products. Concerns have risen over surrogate advertisements featuring tobacco brands during matches, indirectly targeting young spectators. These ads, often endorsed by celebrities, skirt regulations by posing as ads for pan masala or mouth fresheners. The initiative aligns with existing laws prohibiting tobacco promotion in media and aims to curb tobacco-related health risks among India's youth, reflecting broader efforts to enforce stricter advertising regulations.
More support staff than players in India's Olympics TT squad but head coach says it's fine
What is unusual is that as many as four personal coaches have been cleared by the government to travel with the squad with all three members of the women's team wanting their own through their stay in the Summer Games beginning July 26.
