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Federation heads want govt to ensure sports bill doesn’t infringe upon autonomy

NEW DELHI: The establishment of the Sports Regulatory Board (SRB) under the proposed National Sports Governance Bill 2024 has been seen by several national federations as an “infringement” on their autonomy by the govt. The federation officials believe that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) might see it as a direct…

The Times of India

PT Usha says regulatory body proposed by sports bill will hurt autonomy, might get IOC reaction

NEW DELHI: Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha has raised concerns about some provisions of the Draft National Sports Governance Bill, saying a regulatory authority proposed by it will undermine the autonomy of the IOA and national federations, putting the country at risk of an international suspension.

The Times of India

Sebastian Coe tells AP his run to be IOC president might not be such a longshot after all

A common observation about Sebastian Coe’s lifetime of going against the grain is that it makes him more of a thorn in the side of the International Olympic Committee than an ideal candidate to become its next president

The Independent UK

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Could a doping probe strip Salt Lake City of the 2034 Olympics? The IOC president says it's unlikely

The International Olympic Committee president is hoping to ease worries that Salt Lake City could lose the 2034 Winter Olympics if organizers don’t fulfill an agreement to play peacemaker between anti-doping authorities

The Independent UK

Paris workers remove Olympic rings from Eiffel Tower

The Olympic rings that have adorned the Eiffel Tower since June were removed early Friday, although the Paris City Hall hopes to replace them with a more permanent structure until 2028.

Radio France Internationale

Olympic champ Grace Brown seals career with world title

Australian cycling great Grace Brown has put the seal on her glittering career by winning the world individual time trial championship in Zurich.

AAP

Jordan Chiles Files Appeal Over "Unfair" Bronze Medal Olympic Ruling

She's not giving up.

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The End Of Olympic Escapism For Gloomy France

The end of the widely hailed Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris this weekend will be greeted with pride and relief, as well as trepidation in a country in the throes of a deep political crisis.

International Business Times

Faye Rogers completes journey as Olympic hopeful to Paralympic swimming champion

The 21-year-old edged out ParalympicsGB team-mate Callie-Ann Warrington to scoop the S10 100m butterfly crown in a British one-two.

The Independent UK

British sprinter Louie Hinchliffe announces decision to turn professional

The 22-year-old will forego his final year at the University of Houston.

The Independent UK

Classifications, history and Australian hopes: what to expect at the Paris Paralympics

Paris is about to host its first Paralympics. Similar to the Olympics last month, Australia is bringing a strong team with many medal hopefuls.

The Conversation

Olympics in Africa: Egypt’s ambitious bid to host the games could succeed – but will it be worth it?

The modern Olympic Games is billed as the largest multi-sport event in the world, with a history dating back to 1896. Yet there’s a glaring absence on the Olympic map and on its logo of five rings representing the five inhabited continents: Africa has never hosted.

The Conversation

“They wanted to create a moment similar to the Eddie Van Halen solo in Michael Jackson’s Beat It”: Unmasking the Paris Olympics’ mystery guitar virtuoso, who shredded his way through the closing ceremony in front of millions

The internet furiously debated the identity of the hooded shredder, better known as Phoenix collaborator Noé Efira. He shares the hidden meaning behind his outfit, how he secured his ultra-rare aluminum guitar from another iconic French group – and why we wasn't nervous performing in front of the audience of…

Guitar World

Paris Olympics Boost TV Viewing In July, Nielsen Says

Led by Peacock, streaming’s share grows to 41.4%

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The Conversation

How Paris 2024 became the most memed Olympics ever

Paris 2024 might go down in history as the most memed sporting event ever. Traditionally, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has focused on broadcast media such as free-to-air television as its primary medium, with rights holders paying big bucks.

The Independent UK

Aly Raisman speaks out on Jordan Chiles Olympic medal controversy

‘This is just so heartbreaking and I’m just so gutted for Jordan,’ Raisman says

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Hijabis’ Choice To Accept Olympic Gold Medal Is “Slap In Face Of Xenophobic France,” Fans Claim

“And there stands Sifan proudly receiving her gold medal while wearing her hijab.” The post Hijabis’ Choice To Accept Olympic Gold Medal Is “Slap In Face Of Xenophobic France,” Fans Claim first appeared on Bored Panda.

Evening Standard

Which sports are in and out of LA 2028 Olympics?

Breakdancing set to say goodbye after Paris inclusion

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Al Jazeera

Paris Olympics 2024 close, Los Angeles takes torch: Five key takeaways

As the Paris Olympics ends with a spectacular closing ceremony, we take a look at some of the key moments.

The Independent UK

Paris Olympics come to glittering close after bringing Games back to the people

The expansion of the urban programme once again provided some of the Games’ most indelible memories.

The Independent UK

Team GB swap medals for moments as Paris leaves new Olympics blueprint

Paris 2024 delivered despite encountering problems, writes James Toney, with the handover to Los Angeles 2028 complete

TechRadar

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is the real winner of the Paris Olympics – here's why

Have you spotted a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip at the Olympics during medal ceremonies? Here's what you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 Olympic Edition.

The Guardian - UK

Life as a serial quizzer, the Olympics’ best boy, and more of this week’s uplifting news

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USA Today Sports Media Group

Team USA 4×400 victory makes Quincy Wilson youngest male track Olympic gold medalist

Quincy Wilson, who raced in the Team USA 4x400 preliminaries, became the youngest male track and field athlete to win an Olympic gold medal.

Sports Illustrated

United States Holds Off France to Win Fifth Straight Men's Basketball Olympic Gold

It wasn't easy, but the Americans put away a pesky France team.

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